Last year Frugal Lancaster tried something new with the hope of supporting and connecting all you homeschoolers out there! We collected and published a monthly list of all the programs and classes we thought homeschoolers would be interested in attending. This monthly list was warmly accepted and after a short break over the summer, we are excited to announce that we will be doing this again!
Each month we will collect and publish a list of all the local classes and events in the community geared towards educating homeschoolers, but we hope to add a twist as we roll this out again, and that twist is YOU! If you are a homeschooler or an organization that would like to support homeschoolers and there is a class or event you think would interest folks in the homeschool community, would you help us collect that information in our list by emailing these opportunities to our Homeschool Field Trip guru, Sara Lichtenwalner, who will be joining our team at Frugal Lancaster and heading up this new venture?
We know that homeschooling, though rewarding, is exhausting, and we are passionate about providing a system of support for parents who are in this endeavor. We always appreciate any feedback or ways that we can better support you. Many blessings in your homeschool journey!
I have always loved the fall, the changing leaves and weather, the apples, hiking and camping and all the fun outdoor things to do without bugs and heat!!!
This fall in our homeschool curriculum we have been studying Medieval Times, one of my most favorite parts of history. I mean, who doesn’t love to hear about castles and knights and the adventures of Robin Hood!
We recently attended a homeschool event at Glen Carin Museum, located right outside of Philadelphia were we saw stained glass and other art actually made during the Middle Ages. It was a great event, and I hope that the featured events listed this week bring a sense of wonder and excitement and learning for your homeschool family! 
Featured Homeschool Classes for October
Homeschool Day and Glassblowing Demonstration at Glencairn.
Master Craftsman Jason Klein and Leslie Pierce of Historical Glassworks return to Glencairn Museum to share their popular Medieval glass program and demonstration. Glencairn educators will also guide visitors on an exploration of Glencairn and Medieval stained-glass and teach participants how to unlock the stories of the images depicted in the panels.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29, 2019
WHERE: Bryn Athyn
Blackrock Retreat Fall Outdoor Education Days. Homeschool outdoor education days are an exciting way for students 6 to 17 to explore God’s creation through hands-on, experiential learning in the outdoors.
WHEN: October 28 & 29 from 9am – 3:30pm
WHERE: Quarryville, PA
Susquehanna Resource Management Complex Public Tour. Tours of the Susquehanna Resource Management Complex (SRMC) begin at the transfer building where visitors learn how the SRMC functions in LCSWMA’s Integrated System. The tour continues to the waste-to-energy building where guests experience how waste is transformed into renewable energy (electricity) that helps to power state capitol buildings.
WHEN: October 30 from 10am – 11am
WHERE: Harrisburg, PA
WHAT: Laser Dome exclusive homeschool workout! This runs every Tuesday & Thursday from 10am – 1pm and includes Lazer Tag, Laser Maze, Dance Revolution, Basketball, Skeeball and Air Hockey.
WHEN: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s
WHERE: Mount Joy, PA
WHAT: Hempfield Rec Homeschool Classes. Don’t forget to sign up for these great classes, new session’s start Nov. 1. Classes include sports variety, cake decorating and more!
Museum/Homeschool Days for October
WHAT: The Medieval Festival at Glencairn is a portal to the past: experience medieval life, art, and beliefs through a Pilgrim’s self-guided Quest, demonstrations, and activities. Travel on the Pilgrimage Quest to learn about religious sites in Medieval Europe and to earn a token for your successful journey. Explore the galleries on your own, and try your hand at medieval crafts.
WHEN: Sunday, October 27, 2019
WHERE: Bryn Athyn
WHAT: Franklin Institute Free Community Nights. The Franklin Institute is pleased to present Community Nights! Everyone is welcome to join in the fun at these FREE educational and fun-filled science extravaganzas that include The Franklin Institute’s famous permanent exhibits, special programs, and hands-on activities. Admission is free and there is no need to pre-register. Doors open at 5:00 pm
WHEN: October 28
WHERE: Philadelphia
WHAT: Landis Valley Hands on History Day. Hands-on History Days is a series of unique learning experiences specifically designed for adults to do with children. For instance, learn a historic craft, like Scherenschnitte. Or experience old-fashioned farm chores, like fence building or stuffing a mattress. You can learn how clothing was made with materials grown on the farm, like wool and linen. And you can even experience “going to school” in a one-room schoolhouse to see what schools 150 years ago were teaching.
WHEN: October 24th and 31st
WHERE: Lancaster, PA
Full Lancaster County Homeschool Calendar
This list is a compilation of homeschool field trips, events, classes and activities for children of all ages. Most classes and events are located in Lancaster County but we do include some things that are close to or within the surrounding Central PA region. Listings are organized in six different categories including history, science, literature, art, music and other.
To make accessing the events and information easier, we have made a Google Spreadsheet that you can access and view. We will be updating this list regularly, so please bookmark this page and check back for newly added events.
TIP >> You can use the DATA > SORT menu to sort everything by date, if you want to see whats happening on a particular day. It will make a temporary view for just you, so don’t worry about sorting it for whatever you need—age, day, category, location—you won’t mess it up for others.
