Events Calendar

High Level, Fort Vermilion, La Crete Fall Family Gathering

When: Sunday, September 17, 3:30-7pm
Where: Buffalo Head School Gym
What: Potluck Supper/Faspa

WISDOM will provide beverages, utensils and plates.

Please bring: sandwiches, a salad or side dish to share, board games (depending on the weather)

RSVP by Sep 15 to/questions?: 
Margaret Knelsen 780-926-6556
Paul van den Bosch 403-358-4497
Dan & Kim Schultz 780-404-3356

Introduction to Bird Watching A

When: Monday, September 18, 2023, 9:00 - 10:30am
Where: Whitemud Creek Ravine Savage Centre parking lot, Edmonton
Price: $17 per participant
Parental presence is required but one parent may attend free of charge.

Did you know bird watching can rewire the brain? Scientists have learned that watching and identification improves mental health by heightening observation and memory skills. In this course, students (and parents!) will learn the basics of bird identification, including learning to recognize and identify birds based on their color, size, shape, and behavior. Attendees will be led through Edmonton’s Whitemud Creek Ravine, an excellent location for viewing a variety of species, and will have the opportunity to gain real-time bird identification practice under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Survival: Plant and Mushroom ID and Wild Cooking E - Myrnam

When: Monday, September 18 from 1 - 4pm 
Where: NEW LOCATION: 53°39'24.9"N 111°00'53.6"W

Join Kaykima for a wander through the forest and discover what plant, berries, and fungi are edible, medicinal and useful. We will also learn how to identify potentially toxic plants, berries and fungi. The class will end with a wild cooking demonstration where participants will learn methods of preparing what you have foraged. 

Lethbridge and Area Fall Gathering

When: Monday, September 18, 2023, 4-8pm
Where: John Martin Recreation Centre - located in Pavan Park

WISDOM will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments and beverages. We will enjoy a meal together as wel as have an information time, door prizes, games and socializing. This event will run rain or shine.

Please bring: potluck sides, salads and/or desserts to share with the group. (Please note: if you have a highly restrictive diet, feel free to bring your own food if you wish.) There are many activities to enjoy at the facility, but you are welcome
to bring other lawn games, board games, or lawn chairs if you would like.

RSVP on the website by September 15, 2023. If you have any questions or for late registrations please contact Liz Gurnett by text at 780-349-1577 or email at liz@wisdomhomeschooling.com.
This event will be co-hosted by:
Joyce & Louis Sehn: louis@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Brian Taje: brian@wisdomhomeschooling.com

Introduction to Bird Watching B

When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 - 9:00 - 10:30am
Where: Whitemud Creek Ravine Savage Centre parking lot, Edmonton
Price: $17 per participant
Parental presence is required but one parent may attend free of charge.

Did you know bird watching can rewire the brain? Scientists have learned that watching and identification improves mental health by heightening observation and memory skills. In this course, students (and parents!) will learn the basics of bird identification, including learning to recognize and identify birds based on their color, size, shape, and behavior. Attendees will be led through Edmonton’s Whitemud Creek Ravine, an excellent location for viewing a variety of species, and will have the opportunity to gain real-time bird identification practice under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Calgary Fall Family Gathering

Date: Wednesday, September 20, 5-8pm
Location: Renfrew Community Hall - 811 Radford Road NE, Calgary, AB

Food details:
We will provide a taco/fajita bar with all the trimmings for everyone. There will be Gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian options available. We ask that you bring a side dish to share with everyone. We will provide dessert as well. 

Please join us for some outdoor games, playing on the playground, having supper and getting to know other home schoolers. We will also have a time of talent sharing. We are excited to provide a time of fun through family, individual or group talent sharing. This could be a story, a game, a song, a project you've done, art you created or a family skit.

Contact: Carrie Friesen carrie@wisdomhomeschooling.com 780-217-4006

Speech & Language Development C

Online

With special guest Sarah Crick, MSc, R.SLP, CCC-SLP, and WISDOM mom.

Discover how you can help your child with speech/language delays at home.

Join us for an online information session with answers to your specific questions, information and resources. As participants meet in a virtual classroom, a microphone headset, a strong internet connection and speakers are required.

September 20, 7 - 8pm

$30 per couple or individual parent

As you register, please let us know of a specific question you would like to ask, as well as the age of your child.

Survival: Plant and Mushroom ID and Wild Cooking F - Calgary

When: Thursday, September 21 from 1 - 4pm 
Where: Carburn Park

Join Kaykima for a wander through the forest and discover what plant, berries, and fungi are edible, medicinal and useful. We will also learn how to identify potentially toxic plants, berries and fungi. The class will end with a wild cooking demonstration where participants will learn methods of preparing what you have foraged. 

Introduction to Bird Watching C

When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 - 8:30 - 10:00am
Where: Whitemud Creek Ravine Savage Centre parking lot, Edmonton
Price: $17 per participant
Parental presence is required but one parent may attend free of charge.

Did you know bird watching can rewire the brain? Scientists have learned that watching and identification improves mental health by heightening observation and memory skills. In this course, students (and parents!) will learn the basics of bird identification, including learning to recognize and identify birds based on their color, size, shape, and behavior. Attendees will be led through Edmonton’s Whitemud Creek Ravine, an excellent location for viewing a variety of species, and will have the opportunity to gain real-time bird identification practice under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Introduction to Bird Watching D

When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 - 10:30 - 12:00pm
Where: Whitemud Creek Ravine Savage Centre parking lot, Edmonton
Price: $17 per participant
Parental presence is required but one parent may attend free of charge.

Did you know bird watching can rewire the brain? Scientists have learned that watching and identification improves mental health by heightening observation and memory skills. In this course, students (and parents!) will learn the basics of bird identification, including learning to recognize and identify birds based on their color, size, shape, and behavior. Attendees will be led through Edmonton’s Whitemud Creek Ravine, an excellent location for viewing a variety of species, and will have the opportunity to gain real-time bird identification practice under the guidance of experienced instructors.