National College Fair

Finley Center at the Hoover Met 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL, United States

This is a large exhibit hall with lots of area and national colleges represented.  High school students are encouraged to attend for information and inspiration for the future.  "College" can be so much more than just academics - come explore all the opportunities. FREE ADMISSION   REGISTER TO ATTEND

Pumpkin Decorating Park Day

Melrose Park Playground 11101 Chelsea Road, Chelsea, United States

Join us for an informal time of gathering together for crafting and fellowship! Bring pumpkins, decorating resources, newspaper, any tables/chairs you have.

BHC Thanksgiving Feast

Homewood Central Park 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, United States

Homewood Central Park has a very large field to set up picnic blankets, camp chairs, and even portable tables.  If you are comfortable with sharing food and eating as a potluck, you can bring your own table to set up at your picnic spot.  This is a great way to connect with other families. We will have Thanksgiving crafts and activities available, and teens are encouraged to come as well! This event will be held rain or shine.  We won’t be able to reschedule this event, but we encourage everyone to be wise and safe if there is inclement weather.

BHC Geography Fair

Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Lane, Hoover, AL, United States

Visit the BHC website to register your student's participation by December 6th! More info at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/geography-fair/  

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

BJCC Concert Hall 2100 Richard Arrington Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, United States

Let's enjoy a wonderful holiday tradition together! Essential is offering this field trip opportunity in collaboration with BHC.  Visit the website at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/george-balanchines-the-nutcracker-2/ Don't forget to use the BHC Discount Code for Essential families - Visit your Member Page for that coupon code.

BHC Science Fair

Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Lane, Hoover, AL, United States

Share your knowledge and experiments! We are excited to offer the BHC Science Fair for the 2023-2024 school year for all ages and grade levels as well. We do require you to register your student’s project by January 23rd if possible. The $5 registration fee will help BHC cover the expenses of the venue, judges, and prizes – yes, this event includes some friendly competition! Visit the event website for details and for registration.

BHC Ice Skating Day

Pelham Civic Center 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, United States

We are arranging a special group skate day! So excited to get everyone together for icy fun! Price includes skate rental, and we will be in the Practice Arena. Pre-Pay Admissions for Group Rate – we can’t guarantee group rate will be honored that day at the box office. Invite friends and make it special outing together and meet for food before or after! Visit BHC Website to secure your skater's admissions - and don't forget the Essential discount code!

Navigating High School

Virtual

We are offering an online workshop focusing on the high school journey.  This is only open to Essential families, because we will be discussing procedures specific to Essential enrollment and Essential’s diploma requirements.  Best for families with students in grades 8-12. Use online form below to RSVP for this workshop.  You must be logged in to complete the form and receive the workshop access information. After you complete the RSVP, please check all your email folders for an email with subject line “Your Tickets from Essential Church School.”  It can take up to 30 minutes for the link to process and be emailed. The virtual link gives you access to the Microsoft Teams meeting.  Microsoft Teams is available as a free app, and you can also access it through Google Chrome as a weblink.  Plan to log onto the meeting about 5 minutes before the workshop begins.  We won't be able to help with log on issues during the workshop.

Free

BHC Valentine’s Day Party 2024

Veteran's Park 4800 Valleydale Road, Hoover, AL, United States

Join us for perhaps the largest valentine swap in the world!  (Come and see if we are exaggerating) It's not required, but visit the BHC website to RSVP to give leadership an idea of all who will be there. Get creative with your valentine boxes.  There will be prizes awarded for the most creative ones! Please know that a simple box is fine for collecting a ton of greetings – no reason to not come due to lack of time to create a special box. Valentine boxes should be dropped off by 1:45 so that they are ready for valentine delivery and judging. Valentines may be delivered any time between 2:00-2:45. Please prepare at least 50 valentines to deliver! If you want to create more, that’s fine; we’ve found that 50 is about right in order to have plenty to give out. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets are encouraged for visiting in the open area at this park.  Please be sensitive when bringing snacks for those who have severe allergies. If you win a prize for your valentine box, don’t forget to find a BHC representative to get a goody from our prize box. If your organization would like to sponsor a BHC community event, please CLICK HERE for more information.

Purposeful Homeschooling Small Group

Essential Church School Offices 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join Kristy Trent for a small group for homeschool moms which will focus on having purposeful homeschooling environments. Meeting most Wednesday evenings during the spring semester. Email Kristy to get connected to the group's information and schedule.