We are working behind the scenes to build an event & field trip organizer for anyone who volunteers to organize and track attendees for various outings in the homeschool community. This will provide a central place for people to register (links can also be shared across social media), allows us to send auto event reminders to attendees, and link to an Untethered Events calendar where all future events can be seen.

Organizers will be emailed updates on the registration status of events according to submission deadlines they set up in advance.

If you are one of those volunteer organizers and have an event coming up soon, please email us if you’re interested in testing our new system!

TRICKY TUESDAY! BUTTERFLIES
_{Tuesday, July 21st · 4:00–5:00 PM · Washington Park Library, St. Joseph · FREE
Stories, crafts, and games with a butterfly theme this week. No registration needed.}

SUMMER READING: ROCKIN' AND READING WITH LEONARDO
_{Tue 7/21 10:00 AM (Downtown) & 3:00 PM (Carnegie)
Wed 7/22 10:00 AM (East Hills) & 3:00 PM (Washington Park) · FREE
Parents' Choice Award winner Leonardo brings a high-energy music show with dinosaur pal T-Rox — dancing, singing, and a genuine love of reading. Same program at four branches across two days.}

DINOSAUR SCAVENGER HUNT
_{Wednesday, July 22 · All Day · Savannah Branch Library, Savannah, MO · FREE
Dinosaurs are hiding around the library — help your kids track them all down at their own pace.}

DRIVE-IN MOVIE
_{Wednesday, July 22 · 3:30–4:15 PM · Riverside Branch Library (StoryHouse) · FREE
Kids build their own cardboard "car" and settle in for a short movie, drive-in style. Early learners welcome alongside the 6–11 crowd.}

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.}

DROP-IN KNITTING
_{Thursday, July 23 · 11:00 AM–12:00 PM · Riverside Branch Library (Hawthorn Room)
FREE - Bring whatever you're working on, swap patterns, and pick up a few new fiber-art techniques. No registration needed.}

CREATURES BY THERESA
_{Thursday, July 23 · 3:00–3:45 PM · Riverside Branch Library (Community Room AB)
FREE - Meet small animals up close and learn about their care from Creatures by Theresa. Great for curious kids of all ages.}

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY – CHICK-FIL-A
_{Friday, July 24 · 11:30 AM–2:00 PM · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph
A good excuse to turn your library run into a full outing — lunch from the Chick-Fil-A truck right on site.}

SUMMER READING ICE SKATING PARTY
_{Friday, July 24 · 6:00–8:00 PM · Bode Ice Arena, St. Joseph · FREE admission
Cool off with St. Joseph Public Library staff at a free summer skating party. Kids must be accompanied by an adult.}

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}

SUMMER SEEK AND FIND
_{Saturday, July 25 · All Day · Riverside Branch Library, St. Joseph · FREE
A self-paced weekly hunt — visit the library and find a hidden children's book character or dinosaur. Fun for the whole family.}

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.}

HOLI-DIY IN JULY
_{MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026 - FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026 · 1 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
AR Workshop, 3855 FREDERICK AVE, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64506 PHONE: (816) 282-0266
Designed for ages 7+, this camp brings the magic of the holidays to July, featuring a special collection of themed projects that capture the spirit of campers’ favorite holidays, including Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and more!}

NINJA ACADEMY

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.}

BEEKEEPING 101
_{Tuesday, August 11 · 6:00 PM · Remington Nature Center, 1502 McArthur Dr, St. Joseph $3/person: Beekeeper William Kutosky walks through bee biology, hive inspection, and honey harvesting. A solid intro, whether you're curious or seriously considering a hive.}

ST. JOSEPH YOUTH CHORALE AUDITIONS
_{Tuesday, August 11 · 5:00–7:00 PM · St. Joseph
The premier St. Joseph Youth Chorale is holding auditions for its performance choir. Email to schedule your child's audition slot. [email protected]}

CANNED FILM FESTIVAL
_{July 20 - 23RD · Mon–Thu · 11:00 AM · Regal Hollywood 10, St. Joseph, MO
SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS or ANIMAL FARM $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.}

FOR SALE: He was born 7/13 and needs a new home!
_{Contact Penny Orrick (816)261-4771 for more information.}

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. EMAIL (816) 813-8739}

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}

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

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]}

ENRICHMENT CLASSES: Teaching applications are OPEN
_{This year, our location is the Buchanan County Fairgrounds} (301 N County Park Rd, Easton, MO)_{.
At this location we are equipped with three classrooms, a gymnasium, a stage, and a kitchen! Contact the Class Committee with any questions. Teaching Applications CLOSE on August 4th.}

SLICK CITY ACTION PARK Overland Park (~70 mi)
_{OPENS THIS SATURDAY, July 18th at 10AM!}

_{⬇️ Important Info Below ⬇️
✔️ Waivers Required: ALL guests entering the park must have a signed waiver on file (participants + spectators). Complete yours before arrival to save time at check-in! https://slickcity.com/ks-overland-park/waiver/}

_{🎟️ Purchase Tickets in Advance: Reserve your spot online! Time slots may sell out opening weekend} 😄 _{https://slickcity.com/ks-overland-park/pricing/#tickets}
🌟 _{Ticket Information:
• Big slides are for ages 4+ only
• Anyone age 4 or older needs a regular-priced Action Ticket
• Adults are encouraged to join the fun too} 🤪
_{• Ages 3 & under can enjoy our junior play area}

KID HORSE SUMMER CAMP Kansas City, MO (~50 mi)
_{Tue–Wed, July 21–22 · 6:00–8:00 PM · James A. Reed Park, South Kansas City
$35/child - Two evenings of hands-on horse time with JLB Cowboy & Co. — safety basics, meeting the horses, and building real confidence in the saddle. Limited spots; payment holds your child's place. (816) 423-0131}

CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CHOIR (NORTHLAND) Kansas City, MO (~50 mi)
_{Weekly Tuesdays, 1:00–2:00 PM · Fall semester August 11–December 15
Mission View Baptist Church, Kansas City
$72/first child, $54/second, $36/third, $18/fourth, fifth child free (per semester)
A new Northland choir led by veteran music teacher and homeschool mom Carolyn Durso, weaving godly character and Bible-based music together.
Text Carolyn @ (231) 301-2616 to register.}

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.}

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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).

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