Dear Homeschooling Families,

Another school year has begun and we pray you’re all off to a great start. Hopefully your summer break was enjoyable and refreshing, leaving you energized for an exciting school year.

We contacted Pastor Ralph Gibson about using Shell Point Baptist Church again this year for our homeschool meetings and he has graciously agreed. Our first meeting will be Monday September 29 at 6:30 pm.

At this month’s meeting we will address the topic: Praying for your Homeschool. Prayer is a vital part of the Christian life and is extremely important for the Christian homeschooling family. Experiences and prayers from the book Prayers for Homeschool Moms, by Michele Howe will be shared. Reviews about the book:
"In my twenty-one years of homeschooling, I have talked with all the moms Michele has written about. Veterans and beginners will not only find themselves in Prayers for Homeschooling Moms but will also find encouragement to water their souls." — Jessica Hulcy, coauthor of KONOS Curriculum, national speaker, and homeschooling mom

"Michele Howe presents realistic struggles and scenarios home educators can relate to all too well, then takes them by the hand and leads them to the ideal response: intimate dialogue with Jesus. Prepare to be challenged, convicted, comforted,— even contemplative— as you pray the prayers of a homeschool mom." — Ann Kroeker, author, The Contemplative Mom: Restoring Rich Relationship with God in the Midst of Motherhood

We hope you will come out and be a part of this meeting and again support for your homeschool.

There are a few upcoming events we would like to point out to you:

Beaufort Branch of the Library

Breakfast with Ben FranklinSaturday, September 27th, 10:30 AM
Event is FREE! Call 843-470-6522 to reserve your spot today

Young Adult ProgramsThe Teen Board meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5:00 PM, and at other times as projects require. New members are welcome to apply with the Volunteer Coordinator. Please call Maria Benac, Youth Services Manager at 470-6510 for further information.

St. Helena Island Branch of the Library
What Foods These Morsels Be Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Come share your favorite recipes and learn new ones. Librarian Ginny Marshall will have cookbooks to peruse, recipes, resources, and dishes to sample. The focus will be on tasty, healthful, time- and money-saving recipes. A different topic will be offered each month. Click here for schedule. Contact Ginny Marshall at 843-838-8304 or gmarshall@bcgov.net for further information.

Chess for All Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. or every Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. A free class on the basics of chess is now offered from 4 to 5 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Helena Branch Library and chess play every Saturday 9:30-3:00. Children, teens and adults are welcome to learn chess or play chess. For more information, contact Ginny Marshall at 843-838-8304 or gmarshall@bcgov.net. Check out flyer.

Archaeology Day at Musgrove's Mill
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered how archaeologists find and identify artifacts from American Revolutionary War battlefields like Musgrove's Mill? Visit Musgrove Mill State Historic Site to learn about the methods used and what studies have been done at the site to shed light on this important battle. Project archaeologists will be on-site showing some of the artifacts that have been found and discussing how they found and identified the artifacts. Tours of the areas where some of the archaeological projects have been performed will be offered throughout the day. Bring the kids and let them participate in some hands-on activities as they "dig" for artifacts.
GENERAL
State Park Service 75th Anniversary
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center
What to Bring: Water, insect repellant, comfortable walking shoes
HOURS: Event Hours: 10 am - 4 pm
SCHEDULE: October 18, 2008, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Poinsett Palmetto Trail Hike
Poinsett State Park
Take a hike with a ranger on the beautiful High Hills of Santee section of the Palmetto Trail. Learn about the rich history that surrounds this park that dates back to the time of the Revolutionary War and the time of Francis Marion, the "Swamp Fox." See the landscape beauty that is found at Poinsett from mountainous terrain to the swampy bogs of the South Carolina lowlands. Historical buildings and structures, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, are also found at Poinsett State Park. The hike will consist of a 2.5 mile section of the Palmetto Trail followed by refreshments including tea, coffee and doughnuts in the historical Tea Room at the park office. The hike will begin at 10:00 from the park office. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle.

GENERAL
State Park Service 75th Anniversary:
Meeting Place: Park Office Parking Area
What to Bring: Water, good hiking shoes
HOURS: Event Hours: 10:00 am to noon
SCHEDULE: October 25, 2008, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM