Heritage Homeschool
Heritage Homeschool is a series of hands-on programs for homeschoolers (kindergarten and up) and their parents once a month. Students will be divided into an older and a younger group with parents expected to assist their children. The program is held on Thursdays or Fridays from 9:00am-11:00am. Class fees are $8 per child and adults are free. Max cost is $16 per family.
Attracting Butterflies
March 25th
This program will cover the importance of our native butterflies and how to help create the perfect habitat for them in your very own yard.
Recycled Crafts
April 29th
Reduce, reuse, recycle! In celebration of Earth Month, we will use “trash” and make treasures. Join us for some upcycling fun.
Reptiles and Amphibians
May 13th
Discover the Herps of Alabama! Frogs, salamanders, turtles, lizards, and snakes abound in Alabama.
Solar Power
September 2nd*
Celebrate the new solar panels producing electricity at the Agriplex with hands-on activities powered by the sun.
*date change: it’s not 08-26-21
Harvest and Seed Saving
September 30th
Harvest the fall’s bounty at the Agriplex and save seeds for your own collection. We will pick, taste, and learn how to preserve the harvest.
Leatherwork
October 28th
Leather is one of human’s earliest and most useful discoveries. Learn the basics of leatherwork and make your own project.
Woodworking
November 18th
Students will use basic hand tools to make a woodworking project to take home. Due to hands-on nature of this program, no unregistered sibling allowed. Students will need assistance from their adult.
Growing Indoors
December 9th
Houseplants clean our air and are a joy to grow. Propagate your own houseplants to take home.
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