Events Calendar

Sunday. 02 October, 2022 - Saturday. 08 October, 2022
WEEK 40
Sunday. 02 October, 2022
3:00 pm

Red Deer and Area Fall Potluck 2022

When: Sunday October 2nd from 3pm to 6pm
Where: Bower Kin Community Centre, 85 Boyce St. in Red Deer

WISDOM will provide the main course and beverages, so please bring salads and desserts and board games and ball gloves

Join other WISDOM families plus WISDOM Facilitators Sue Peachment, Catherine van Kampen, and Paul van den Bosch.

For information, email Paul:  paul@wisdomhomeschooling.com or call/text him at 403-358-4497

3:00 pm

Fort McMurray Fall Gathering

When: Sunday, October 2, 3-5 pm
Where: Rene & Karen Godin’s home, 260 Beacon Hill Drive

Hotdog BBQ and Backyard Fire

There is also a park 5 min. walk away if children would like to go there.

Please bring: Side dish to share

Note: Due to the backyard size, please no pets

Questions? Contact Gordon or Kim.

Monday. 03 October, 2022
9:00 am

Fundamentals of Chess M - Ages 6-10

Online

What: Fundamentals of Chess
When: Mondays, October 3 - November 7, 2022
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am

Six participant maximum.

Does your child love to play chess? This six-week program is a unique opportunity to play the game while improving skills in Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning and Creative Thinking by solving chess puzzles and executing a systematic process to beat your opponent.

While this program is called "beginner" it will challenge your chess player and keep them engaged, even if they have been playing for years.

11:00 am

Fundamentals of Chess O - Ages 11-15

Online

What: Fundamentals of Chess
When: Mondays, October 3 - November 7, 2022
Time: 11:00 - 12:00 noon

Six participant maximum.

Does your child love to play chess? This six-week program is a unique opportunity to play the game while improving skills in Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning and Creative Thinking by solving chess puzzles and executing a systematic process to beat your opponent.

While this program is called "beginner" it will challenge your chess player and keep them engaged, even if they have been playing for years.

4:00 pm

Calgary and Area Fall Gathering

Please come out for a fun afternoon to meet with other homeschooling families and make some connections. This is a great place to build friendships, ask questions and learn from other homeschool families. There is a playground close by, some fun lawn games that will be set up as well as a campfire to enjoy.

Note: This event will run rain or shine since there is a shelter we can use.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Date: Monday, October 3, 2022
Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Place: Bowness Park - Picnic Shelter #4, 8900 48 Ave NW, Calgary, AB

Food: Hot dogs for roasting, s'mores, and beverages will be provided by WISDOM.
Please bring a salad/side and/or dessert to share with the group.

Bowness Park is a beautiful place to meet with a lot of space for outdoor fun. Please feel free to bring other lawn games, board games, roasting sticks or lawn chairs if you would like. 

Contact: For more information please contact: 
Carrie Friesen: 780-217-4006 or carrie@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Liz Gurnett: 780-349-1577 or liz@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Michelle St. Laurent: 780-862-2277 or michelle@wisdomhomeschooling.com 

Tuesday. 04 October, 2022
10:00 am

Fundamentals of Chess N - Ages 6-10

Online

What: Fundamentals of Chess
When: Tuesdays, October 4 - November 8, 2022
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am

Six participant maximum.

Does your child love to play chess? This six-week program is a unique opportunity to play the game while improving skills in Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning and Creative Thinking by solving chess puzzles and executing a systematic process to beat your opponent.

While this program is called "beginner" it will challenge your chess player and keep them engaged, even if they have been playing for years.

1:00 pm

Chess: Advanced Continuation Class F: All Ages

What: Chess: Advanced Continuation Class
Prerequisite: Chess: Intermediate Continuation Class 
When: Tuesdays, October 4 - November 8, 2022
Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm

Four participant maximum

This Workshop is for students who have completed the beginner and intermediate chess workshops and are ready for some fine tuning to their skills. 

Students have learned core chess concepts, while solving puzzles to improve problem solving skills . In Advanced Chess, it's time to put those skills into action. This class focuses on real-time game playing with personalized coaching, and adds in new concepts that take the game to the next level.

Wednesday. 05 October, 2022
1:00 pm

Chess: Intermediate Continuation Class H - All Ages

What: Chess: Intermediate Continuation Class
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Chess
When: Wednesdays, October 5 - November 9, 2022
Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Six participant maximum.

Intermediate chess course is for students who want to learn complex concepts that revolve around seeing at least 2 moves ahead or more. This challenging 6 week course helps students reach their full potential as they master all fundamentals and start visualizing multiple variations. Classes can only be taken by students who took the beginner chess class offered by WISDOM or for students who contacted Mr Bloom directly to verify skill level.

Friday. 07 October, 2022
10:00 am

Fundamentals of Chess P - Ages 11-15

Online

What: Fundamentals of Chess
When: Fridays, October 7 - November 11, 2022
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am

Six participant maximum.

Does your child love to play chess? This six-week program is a unique opportunity to play the game while improving skills in Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning and Creative Thinking by solving chess puzzles and executing a systematic process to beat your opponent.

While this program is called "beginner" it will challenge your chess player and keep them engaged, even if they have been playing for years.

1:30 pm

Nature Hike Rainbow Valley Ravine (Whitemud Ravine South)

When: October 7, 2022 1 pm

Whitemud Ravine is a nature reserve in the heart of the city, complete with old-growth forest, over 150 species of birds and several species of wildlife. Despite its proximity to busy roads like Whitemud Drive and 23 Ave, it’s a great place to distance yourself from the bustle of the city, bird watch, and of course, #trekthetrails. 

Trail conditions: Moderately flat with some inclines, gravel path and dirt path

Difficulty: Easy

Parking: Park at the lot just off Rainbow Valley Road, before you reach Snow Valley.

Good maps location: https://goo.gl/maps/NGWknUpUyoyCqjpJ8

All ages are welcome. 

RSVP to Sarah @ 780-966-5102 (text or call)

 
 

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