Sign Up Ending Soon! - HOMESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
_{Genesis Health Club 6th session of swim classes!
Mondays (7/13 thru 8/17) or Tuesdays (7/14 thru 8/18)
$90 per child- 6 week session (no partial sessions)
Please sign up by 7/11 so we have time to finalize the schedule.}

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
_{July 10th - 12th · Missouri Theater - Saint Joseph, MO
Prices vary based on seat location.
Come enjoy the magic of live theatre and storytelling at its finest, featuring incredible local talent that you’ll not want to miss.}

TEA-REX PARTY
_{Sunday, July 12 · 1:30–2:15 PM · East Hills Library, 502 N Woodbine Rd, St. Joseph, MO
FREE- How do dinosaurs drink their tea? Find out at this dino-themed party with tea, cookies, and dino fun. Wear your favorite dino gear or tea party best — registration required.}

DRUM SAFARI
_{Monday, July 13 · 11:00–11:45 AM · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph, MO
Monday, July 13 · 3:00–3:45 PM · Savannah Branch Library, Savannah, MO
FREE - Kids play drums together in this interactive music program — a great drop-in for the 6–11 crowd but open to all ages.}

GALAXY IN A JAR
_{Monday, July 13 · 3:30–4:30 PM · Downtown Library, Owen Meeting Room, 927 Felix St, St. Joseph, MO · FREE - Kids create their own piece of the night sky to take home — involves paint and messy materials. Children 8 and under must have a parent or caregiver with them. Registration required.}

BOOK BUDDIES
_{Tuesday, July 14 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph, MO ·
FREE - Kids read aloud to friendly therapy dogs from Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs — a relaxed, low-pressure way to build reading confidence. Drop-in.}

DINOSAUR I SPY BOTTLES
_{Tuesday, July 14 · 10:00–10:45 AM · Downtown Library
Tuesday, July 14 · 3:00-3:45 PM · Carnegie Library
Wednesday, July 15 · 10:00–10:45 AM · East Hills Library
Wednesday, July 15 · 3:00-3:45 PM · Washington Park Library
FREE - Kids make their own dinosaur I spy bottles — paint is involved, so dress accordingly.}

TRICKY TUESDAY! PETS
_{Tuesday, July 14 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Washington Park Library, 821 N 3rd St, St. Joseph, MO FREE - Stories and a pet-themed craft for ages 6–12. No registration needed.}

CHESS & CHECKERS CLUB
_{Thursday, July 16 · 6:00–7:30 PM · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph, MO · FREE
Drop-in chess and checkers at the library — all skill levels welcome, teens and adults especially.}

LEGO CLUB
_{Thursday, July 16 · 6:00–7:00 PM · East Hills Library,502 N Woodbine Rd, St. Joseph, MO FREE - Monthly LEGO Club with challenges for grades K and up. Drop-in. (816) 236-2136}

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
_{Friday, July 17 · 7:30–10:30 AM · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph, MO
The Morning Fix food truck is serving breakfast outside the library this Friday.
Vogel's food truck is parked at Riverside all day for lunch and dinner. Drop-in.}

SUMMER SEEK AND FIND
_{Saturday, July 18 · All Day · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph, MO · FREE
Hunt for a hidden children's book character or dinosaur somewhere inside the library — fun for the whole family. Drop-in.}

FAMILY NERF WAR
_{Wednesday, July 22 · 6:00–6:30 PM · The St. Joseph REC Center, St. Joseph, MO
FREE - Safety glasses and darts are provided — bring your own blaster if you have one.
Part of National Parks and Recreation Month.}

FREE FOAM PARTY — NORTHSIDE COMPLEX
_{Saturday, July 25 · 10:00–11:00 AM · Northside Complex, St. Joseph, MO · FREE
Foam party hosted by St. Joseph Parks, Recreation, and Civic Facilities for National Parks and Recreation Month. Drop-in.}

CREATEARIUM ART CAMP
_{Tuesdays–Fridays, June 30–August 7 · 1:00–4:00 PM
Createarium, 110 N Bridge St, Smithville, MO · $175/week (10% off second child, 10% off third child) Weekly sessions covering painting, sculpture, and mixed media, with a mini art show at the end of each week. Kindergarten through 8th grade.}

CRAFTY CRITTERS SERIES
_{MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 - FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 · 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AR Workshop, 3855 FREDERICK AVE, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64506 PHONE: (816) 282-0266
Designed for ages 7+, this camp is perfect for animal lovers and outdoor explorers. Campers will create hands-on projects inspired by woodland animals and critters—developing practical skills while having fun!}

LITTLE CRAFTERS SERIES
_{MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 - FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026 · 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AR Workshop, 3855 FREDERICK AVE, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64506 PHONE: (816) 282-0266
Designed for ages 7+, this camp has our youngest ARtists in mind, this week includes process-based instruction that will spark imagination, build confidence, and develop crafting skills. Campers will leave with completed projects and a sense of accomplishment!}

KIDS CARTOON ACADEMY ART CAMP
_{Online · July 27-30th FREE · Ages 7–14. Live cartooning lessons with replay access — a step-by-step system that builds drawing skills and creative confidence over several sessions.}

CAR WASH FUNDRAISER
_{Saturday, July 18 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM · Advanced Auto Parts, 801 S Belt, St. Joseph
A local Cub Scout Pack is raising funds and looking to potentially add a daytime den for the homeschool community. Come support them and reach out to Julie if you're curious about getting involved. Contact: [email protected]}

NEWSIES THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
_{Friday, July 24th · 10am · Historic Missouri Theatre in St. Joseph.
Creative Arts Productions will be inviting the homeschool groups in the area again for this year’s dress rehearsal performance. The cost is $5 per person at the door - NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED}

HOMESCHOOL 2027 GRADS
_{Tentative Planning Meeting - Friday, August 7 · 2:00 PM · Kingdom Coffee
You can join the Facebook group, Homeschool Graduation Class of 2027, as well.}

CANNED FILM FESTIVAL
_{July 13th - 16th · Mon–Thu · 11:00 AM · Regal Hollywood 10, St. Joseph, MO
SCOOB or GOAT. $1 or one non-perishable food donation per entry gets you into a summer movie on the big screen. Summer Movie Express}

2026 SUMMER READING CHALLENGE — WHITE HOUSE
_{June 1 – September 4, 2026 · Online / Nationwide · FREE · Grades K–8
Kids who read 12 books by September 4 receive a personalized certificate, America 250 bookmark, a special prize, and a chance to win a trip to Washington D.C. Easy to add alongside whatever your family is already reading this summer.}

INTO THE WOODS AUDITIONS
_{Monday, July 13th & Tuesday, July 14th - 7:00 PM at The Ruby Theatre
🪾We encourage you to fill out your audition form and calendar before you arrive.
🪾You are welcome to bring your own copies of the slides. We will also have librettos available
🪾Reminder that rehearsals will not start until Monday, August 3rd.
🪾Show dates are Thursday, September 24th - Sunday, September 27th at the Ruby.
Questions: Email [email protected]}

ST. JOSEPH DEFENDERS — FALL EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
_{St. Joseph, MO · Early Bird saves $50
Fall sports registration is open for grades 7–12 — basketball, girls volleyball, and boys soccer. Boys soccer practices start July 11 at SJYSA
EMAIL (816) 813-8739}

PALMER'S ICE CREAM & DESSERTS — NEW DOWNTOWN LOCATION
_{813 Francis Street, Downtown St. Joseph, MO · Prices vary
Brand new ice cream and desserts shop in Downtown St. Joe serving scoops, shakes, and treats. A good excuse to end your next field day downtown on a sweet note.}

VACATION BIBILE SCHOOL - SAVANNAH

VOLUNTEER FOOD DRIVE @ CANNED FILM FESTIVAL
_{June 1 – August 13 · Mon–Thu · 10:00–11:00 AM · Regal Hollywood 10, St. Joseph, MO
Your kids can help collect food donations for Second Harvest Community Food Bank right before the movie — two volunteer slots per day (adult supervision required)
Contact: Jonna Gallegos ·[email protected]  · 816-273-6572}

Enrichment Classes: Teaching applications are OPEN

Parents,
The time has come!  With fall closing in upon us, it is time to begin planning our fall semester for the Enrichment Classes, and that begins with our teaching applications.  We are only as good as our volunteers, so if you have a skill or a passion that you are itching to share with others, we encourage you to volunteer to teach a class to our homeschoolers!  We always strive to provide a variety of options to a variety of ages, so whether you enjoy teaching littles about insects, helping high schoolers with college readiness, or anything in between, we encourage you to share your passions and gifts with our students.  

This year, our location is the Buchanan County Fairgrounds (301 N County Park Rd, Easton, MO 64443).  At this location we are equipped with three classrooms, a gymnasium, a stage, and a kitchen! 

Reminder of our fall timeline:

July 7 - Teaching Applications OPEN  (You are here!)

Aug. 4 - Teaching Applications CLOSE

Aug. 11 - Schedule Released

August 18th - Sign-ups

Sept. 1 - Nov. 17th Classes (Grand Finale on the evening of Nov. 17th)

If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!

The Enrichment Class Committee,
Jessica Griffin
Jaime Sprague

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WILD ROOTS CLUB — HOMESCHOOL E-PEN PALS
_{ONLINE· FREE · Ages 7 and up
A new e-pen pal program matching homeschoolers with another kid based on age and interests. Kids practice typing, writing, and real communication — parents are copied on all emails for safety. A genuinely nice way to build friendships outside your immediate circle. CONTACT FOR MORE INFO}

BUBBLES & GOO Kansas City, MO (~50 mi)
_{512 Delaware St, Kansas City River Market, MO · Prices Vary
Brand new hands-on slime and bubble experience in the River Market area — visit the website for current hours and ticket info.}

KIDS EMPIRE NORTH KANSAS CITY Kansas City, MO (~55 mi)
_{Ongoing · Zona Rosa Mall, North Kansas City, MO Prices vary — see website
Brand new indoor playground with giant climbing structures, slides, motorcycle rides, arcade games, and a dedicated toddler area. A solid heat-escape option}

KIDS BOWL FREE Kansas City, MO (~55 mi)
_{Mon–Fri · Open–5:00 PM · Through October · Main Event KC North, 8081 Roanridge Road, Kansas City, MO 64151 · Register to claim two free games per day for kids 15 and under (standard shoe rental rates apply). A Family Pass unlocks adult games for $5, and members can grab a $10 arcade card for $5. Call (816) 281-2020 with questions.}

If lesson planning is the part of homeschooling that keeps you up on Sunday nights, Homeschool Planet is worth a serious look. It's a full online planner built specifically for homeschool families — drag-and-drop scheduling, automatic makeups when life interrupts your school day, grade tracking, and lesson plans that sync across all your kids at once. You can pull in ready-made lesson plans from hundreds of curriculum providers or build your own, and everything is accessible from your phone, tablet, or computer. They offer a 30-day free trial so you can see how it fits your family before committing to anything.

And here's a bonus worth grabbing while you're there — Homeschool Planet also offers free printable ID cards for homeschool students and teachers. Fill in your school name, photo, and grade, print at home, and suddenly you have documentation that unlocks educator and student discounts at museums, bookstores, theme parks, and restaurants. Takes two minutes and costs nothing.

Field trips, deals, classes, adventures — send them to [email protected]. Include what it is, when and where, cost, ages, and a link or contact. The more complete, the faster it lands in a Friday issue (deadline for following week submissions is Thursdays at 12 noon).

Questions, requests, or just want to say hi? [email protected]

Enjoying Untethered? Forward it to a homeschool friend — word of mouth is how we grow.