Kindred Spirits Homeschool Enrichment

St. Patrick’s Day Party (All Ages)  Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a fun afternoon of games, crafts, and festive activities designed for homeschool students of all ages.📍 Location: Lumpkin County Library💲 Cost: $3 per student Details: Light refreshments will be provided.  Families are encouraged to bring a snack to share.  St. Patrick’s Day themed games and arts & crafts Casual, social environment for students and families 

Join us for a fun spring meetup filled with games, crafts, and a community egg hunt! 📅 Date: Thursday, April 2 ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM 📍 Location: City Hall Park — Pavilion 🌧️ Weather: Rain or shine  What to Expect: Games and spring-themed crafts, Group egg hunt, Open play and social time Important Note: Each family is asked to bring pre-stuffed eggs to share for the egg hunt. 💲 Cost: $3 per person 👉 Please select the total number of people attending when registering.

Celebrate moms, families, and time together with an easygoing evening at the park! 📅 Date: Thursday, May 7 ⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Location: City Hall Park — Pavilion 🌧️ Weather: Rain or shine  What to Expect: Family-friendly games, Simple crafts for kids, Hamburgers & hotdogs provided Pot Luck for side items, will create sign up form closer to event. Relaxed, community-style gathering 💲 Cost: $3 per person 👉 Please select the total number of people attending when registering.

Celebrate dads and father figures with a laid-back evening of food, fun, and family time! 📅 Date: Thursday, June 18 ⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Location: City Hall Park — Pavilion 🌧️ Weather: Rain or shine What to Expect: Outdoor games, Simple crafts for kids, Hamburgers & hotdogs provided Pot Luck for side items, will create sign up form closer to event.  Easygoing cookout-style atmosphere 💲 Cost: $3 per person 👉 Please select the total number of people attending when registering.

D.A.R.E. Program with the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office * We are excited to partner with the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office to offer the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program for homeschool students.  This structured program focuses on decision-making skills, personal responsibility, and building confidence to make healthy, safe choices. (4th grade through 12th grade)  Class Location: Sheriff’s Office Training Room 385 E Main St Dahlonega, GA  ⏰ Class Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📅 Class Dates (Wednesdays): 3/11, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 🎓 D.A.R.E. Graduation Ceremony Students who complete the program will be recognized at a formal graduation ceremony. 📅 Date: Thursday, May 28 * Time: 11:00 AM 📍 Location: Holly Theater

Kindred Spirits Graduation Ceremony (Kindergarten • 5th Grade • 12th Grade Seniors) Join us as we celebrate an important milestone in our students’ homeschool journey with a formal graduation ceremony in a beautiful local venue. 📍 Location: Holly Theater   Cost: $25 per student Includes:  Graduation ceremony by grade level.  Certificate of completion for Kindergarten, 5th grade, or 12th grade.  Professional graduation photos.  Light refreshments following the ceremony Additional Information: A form will be sent closer to the event to collect student accomplishments, awards, or special recognitions to be announced during the ceremony.  Special guests (such as college acceptance representatives or others) may be accommodated to speak if desired.

Join us for a guided group visit to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Museum, where students will learn about money, banking, and the role of the Federal Reserve in the U.S. economy through interactive exhibits and real-world connections. 📅 Date: Wednesday, June 3 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM 📍 Location: 1000 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Tour Details: Educational, interactive museum experience. Ideal for upper elementary, middle, and high school students. Hands-on exhibits focused on money, economics, and banking.  Group tour format. 🚗 Parking & Transportation Notes (Important) Museum parking is not available on Atlanta Fed property. Public transportation is strongly encouraged. The Midtown MARTA station is located directly across from the Bank on 10th Street. Nearby pay lots and parking garages are available, Parkopedia is a helpful tool to locate nearby parking options 👉 Registration is required.

Outdoor exploration and nature-based learning for elementary students. Activities include guided hikes, observation, journaling, and environmental discussion. Tuesdays 11:30 AM–1:30 PM:  4/7, 5/5 📍 Amicalola Falls State Park (parking fee applies) Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Introductory woodworking for upper elementary & middle school students. Focus on tool safety, basic construction skills, and guided hands-on projects. Tuesdays 11:30 AM–1:30 PM: 3/31, 4/21, 5/19 📍 Scoutland on Lanier Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Hands-on Earth science experiments for elementary students (approx. ages 6–11). Topics rotate monthly and focus on observation, testing, and discussion—no worksheets. Thursdays 1:30–3:30 PM: 4/9, 5/7, 6/4 📍 Lumpkin County Library. Supply fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Practical life skills for upper elementary & middle school students (approx. ages 7-14), including organization, basic home skills, communication, and real-world problem solving. Thursdays 1:30–3:30 PM: 3/26 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Practical life skills for upper elementary & middle school students (approx. ages 7-14), including organization, basic home skills, communication, and real-world problem solving. Thursdays 10:30–12:30 PM: 4/9, 5/7, 6/4 📍 Lumpkin County Library  Supply fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration. ***NOTE NEW TIME AND LOCATION***

Beginner cooking skills for elementary students (approx. ages 6–11). Students learn kitchen safety, measuring, simple prep, and easy recipes using basic equipment. Thursdays 1:30–3:30 PM: 4/16, 5/14, 6/11 📍 Lumpkin County Library Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Creative art class exploring different materials and techniques each month. Open to elementary students with projects adaptable for varying skill levels. Thursday's 10:30 AM–12:30 PM: 4/16, 5/14, 6/11 📍 Lumpkin County Library Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.  NOTE: NEW DAY AND TIME

Fun, movement-based PE for mixed-age students (approx. ages 6-17). Games focus on coordination, teamwork, and fitness rather than competition. Thursdays 1:30–3:00 PM: 3/19 📍 Rotating Parks in Dahlonega (location announced day prior) Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Fun, movement-based PE for mixed-age students (approx. ages 6-17). Games focus on coordination, teamwork, and fitness rather than competition. Thursdays 1:30–3:00 PM: 4/23, 6/18 📍 Rotating Parks in Dahlonega (location announced day prior) Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Interactive geography and world cultures experience. Students (approx. ages 7-14) explore countries through maps, activities, food culture discussions, and hands-on projects. Thursdays 4:00–6:00 PM: 3/26 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

Interactive geography and world cultures experience. Students (approx. ages 7-14) explore countries through maps, activities, food culture discussions, and hands-on projects. Thursdays 10:30-12:30 PM:  4/23, 6/18 📍 Lumpkin County Library Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration. NOTE: NEW TIME AND LOCATION

Skill-building cooking class for upper elementary & middle school students (approx. ages 9–14). Focus on multi-step recipes, kitchen confidence, and independent prep. Thursdays 11:00 AM–1:00 PM: 3/26 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.

MIddle & High School Enrichment * This intermediate-level cooking class is designed to help students build confidence and independence in the kitchen while learning skills they will use for the rest of their lives. Students will move beyond basic recipes and focus on: Kitchen safety and proper tool use, Reading and following multi-step recipes, Understanding basic nutrition and ingredient choices, Time management and working independently or as a team, This class is ideal for students who already have some kitchen experience and are ready to take the next step toward cooking real meals with confidence. Thursdays 12:30 PM–2:30 PM: 4/30, 5/21, 6/25 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration. NOTE: NEW TIME

Middle & High School Enrichment * This class focuses on strengthening critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through hands-on STEM challenges and logic-based games. Students will engage in: Engineering-style build challenges, Logic puzzles and strategy games, Team problem-solving and collaboration, Trial-and-error thinking and creative solutions,  The emphasis is not on memorization, but on how to think, adapt, and work through challenges — skills that are valuable across academics and real life. Thursdays 10:00 AM–12:00 PM: 4/30, 5/21, 6/25 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration. 

Middle & High School Enrichment * Introduces students to real-world money skills in a practical, age-appropriate way. Topics may include: Understanding income, expenses, and budgeting, Needs vs. wants, Saving, spending, and goal setting, Introduction to banking concepts and real-life scenarios.  This class is designed to give students a strong foundation in financial awareness and responsibility, helping them feel more prepared for adulthood. Thursdays 3:00 PM–5:00 PM: 4/30, 5/21, 6/25 📍 Auraria Community Clubhouse Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration. 

Problem-solving STEM challenges that encourage critical thinking, teamwork, and creativity. Projects rotate monthly. Tuesdays 11:30 AM–1:30 PM:  3/17 📍 Lumpkin County Library Fee covers all dates listed. Per-child registration.