BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Springfield: education\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 23 \, America/Chicago). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subs cribe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (htt ps://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1. 0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/springfield-mo/next-7-days-education.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Springfield: education\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 2 3\, America/Chicago). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so sub scribe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (ht tps://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contain s information from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1 .0. X-WR-CALNAME:Springfield · education · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool EdVentures (7th-12th): River Monsters DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006913-1789635600-1789646400@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Dive beneath the surface and meet the giants hiding in our own backyard. In this homeschool session\, students will become aquatic ecolo gists as they uncover incredible fish\, strange adaptations\, and dramatic changes that have shaped Missouri’s waterways. Through hands-on activit ies\, engaging simulations\, and unforgettable experiences\, students will leave knowing more about the creatures roaming the deepest parts of our r ivers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/homeschool-edventures-7th-12th-riv er-monsters/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool EdVentures (4th-6th): First on the Scene DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006911-1789635600-1789646400@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Forest fires can bring disaster\, destruction – and also lif e! Although these forces can demolish entire habitats\, there are many spe cies that thrive after catastrophe strikes! Pioneer species are the first plants and animals ready to spring into action and bring new growth to eco systems that have suffered from these blazes. Get ready to brave the hea t as you discover how certain forest fires can help animals\, what species benefit the most\, and how they transform scorched earth into lush lands! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/homeschool-edventures-4th-6th-firs t-on-the-scene/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Learn English Through Literature DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T185531Z UID:10001640-1789668000-1793903400@www.1047thecave.com CATEGORIES:education,literary DESCRIPTION:Read classic American literature recently brought to new life on both stage and screen. We will be reading The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (B aum\, 1900). The book is free at https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55. This book is written at 7th grade reading level and a Penguin Reader level 2. The 24 chapters are only a few pages each. The class is intended for speak ers of other languages who want to broaden their foundational English skil ls. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T185531Z LOCATION:Table Rock Career Center\, 20287 State Highway 413\, Reeds Spring \, 65737\, United States URL:https://www.1047thecave.com/event/learn-english-through-literature/202 6-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-m o X-SOURCE-NAME:104.7 The Cave X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.1047thecave.com/events/category/community-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Abraham Hicks Study Group DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T185544Z UID:10001400-1789810200-1789815600@unityofspringfield.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:On Saturdays at Unity of Springfield this group meets at the c hurch to discuss the work of the Law of Attraction as described by the cha nneled entity Abraham.  These messages are channeled and scribed by Esthe r & Jerry Hicks.  \nEveryone is welcome to join in. \nUnity of Springfiel d2214 E. Seminole StreetSpringfield\, MO 65804\n\n\nMore about Esther Hick s:\nEsther Hicks is an inspirational speaker and author. She co-authored e ight books with her husband\, Jerry Hicks. Together\, they have presented Law of Attraction workshops for Abraham-Hicks Publications in up to 60 cit ies per year since 1987.\n \n\n\n\n\n\nHay House\, Inc. published the Hic ks’ best-selling book\, Ask and It is Given\, in 2004. Since then\, the y have also published four more New York Times Best-sellers: \n\nMoney\, a nd The Law of Attraction (made #1 on New York Times Best Sellers List)\nT he Law of Attraction\nThe Astonishing Power of Emotions\nThe Amazing Power of Deliberate Intent\nas well as the fictional children’s series of Sa ra books. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T185544Z LOCATION:Unity of Springfield\, 2214 E Seminole St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65 804\, United States URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/event/abraham-hicks-study-group/2026-09 -19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Unity of Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Thought Adult Education Class DTSTART:20260920T141500Z DTEND:20260920T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T185544Z UID:10003304-1789895700-1789900200@unityofspringfield.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Sunday Mornings\, except 1st Sundays | 9:15 AM CT | Unity of S pringfield\nDive deep into the diverse world of spirituality Sunday mornin gs with our New Thought class at Unity of Springfield. This unique class o ffers a sanctuary for spiritual seekers to explore various paths\, traditi ons\, and teachings that illuminate the heart and mind.\nAbout the Class:\ nJoin us at 9:15 AM CT for an enlightening journey through spiritual pract ices\, paths\, traditions\, and invaluable lessons from leading figures in New Thought\, Metaphysics\, the Unity movement\, and World Religions. Led by our own church members\, each session promises an eclectic mix of disc ussions\, often inspired by spiritual literature\, the rich tapestry of gl obal religions\, and the transformative principles of the New Thought trad ition.\nWhy Attend?\nExpand Your Understanding: Delve into topics that bri dge the gap between spirituality and everyday living.\nConnect with Like-M inded Seekers: Engage in meaningful discussions in a supportive and open-m inded environment.\nEmbrace Eclectic Wisdom: From ancient teachings to con temporary spiritual insights\, discover a wealth of knowledge to enrich yo ur journey.\nLocation & Details:\nWhere: Unity of Springfield Church\, 221 4 E Seminole St\, Springfield\, MO\nWhen: Sunday mornings at 9:15 AM CT\, except 1st Sundays\nCost: Free (Donations warmly accepted)\nChildcare Avai lable:\nWe provide childcare during the class\, ensuring a peaceful experi ence for parents and guardians looking to deepen their spiritual understan ding.\nCan’t Make It In Person?\nNo problem! Join the class online and b e part of our spiritual community from wherever you are. Watch live at: ww w.facebook.com/unityofspringfield\nJoin Us This Sunday\nWhether you’re a longtime spiritual explorer or just beginning your journey\, our New Thou ght & World Religion class offers a rich tapestry of learning and connecti on. Let’s explore the infinite possibilities of the spirit together. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T185544Z LOCATION:Unity of Springfield\, 2214 E Seminole St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65 804\, United States URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/event/new-thought-world-religion-adult- education-class/2026-09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Unity of Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:African Drumming Lessons DTSTART:20260921T233000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T185544Z UID:10003824-1790015400-1790020800@unityofspringfield.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:“Beginning-Intermediate West African Drumming” is an Afric an drum course that explores traditional djembe and dundun arrangements fr om the Malinke and Soussou people from Guinea\, West Africa. Special empha sis will be placed on making the music accessible to all skill levels. \nT here will be no charge for the first month of classes.\nStudying tradition al West African drumming is a great way to practice all Five Principles of Unity\, can help increase self-confidence\, memory skill\, improve creati vity\, build teamwork\, and may offer many other benefits (see below): \n • Increase self-confidence\n• Increase memory skill\n• Increase coor dination\n• Increase listening skills\n• Increase creativity\n• Impr ove communication skills\n• Build community\n• Teach teamwork\n• Imp rove musicality\n• Help to keep you in the present\n• Contribute to he aling\n• Be a great way to exercise\n• Naturally increase endorphin le vels\n• Improve relaxation\n• Help us to feel more human/connected by connecting us to universal humanity\n• Create new healthy neural pathway s\n• Can assist with recovery from trauma\, addiction\, depression and a nxiety\n• As you learn bilateral patterns\, you create new neural pathwa ys which are associated with a plethora of other healing attributes. In ev idence-based literature\, this has been identified as a key element for he lping overcome trauma\, addiction\, depression\, anxiety along with many o ther maladies. \nInstructor Bio:\nWith over 20 years of West African drum experience\, Neil brings a truly unique background to Unity of Springfield . He studied under Ibrahima Camera (National Ballet of Senegal)\, MBemba B angoura (Ballet Djoliba\, Guinea)\, Michael Markus (Magbana Drum and Dance \, New York) Bowrodo & Laurent Camera (Ballet Africains) & other principal members of Ballet Africains\, Ballet Djoliba & Ballet Tayeli. He also stu died in residence in Conakry\, Guinea for 6 months. Neil worked in NY for 12 years as a percussionist performing on Central Park Summer Stage\, Time s Square (Nokia Theater) and S.O.Bs (Sounds of Brazil) to sold out audienc es. \nHe began teaching theater and music appreciation to children as a te enager at Pinon Canyon Center in Tijeras Canyon\, NM and also teaches Engl ish and computers! \nKnown for being particularly nurturing and able to fa cilitate dynamic classes where advanced and beginner students play togethe r\, he is always seeking that right balance between challenge and encourag ement! \nHe knows he will be a lifelong student of the traditions of Guine a! Neil just moved to Springfield\, is eager to share & truly loves teachi ng! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T185544Z LOCATION:Unity of Springfield\, 2214 E Seminole St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65 804\, United States URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/event/872/2026-09-21/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Unity of Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles Study Group (ACIM) DTSTART:20260921T233000Z DTEND:20260922T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T185544Z UID:10003515-1790015400-1790020800@unityofspringfield.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually every Monday at 6:30 PM CT on Zoom\nDive dee p into the transformative teachings of A Course in Miracles (ACIM)\, a spi ritual self-study program that has touched millions of lives around the gl obe. Authored by a voice that claimed to be Jesus Christ\, ACIM aims to le ad us towards inner peace and forgiveness\, teaching that the path to univ ersal love and peace—or “miracles”—is found by undoing fear and gu ilt through the practice of forgiveness towards others and ourselves.\nEve nt Details:\nWhere: Online (Zoom)\nDay & Time: Mondays at 6:30 PM CT\nZoom Meeting ID: 6841035091\nPasscode: 123456\nWhy Join Us?\n? Explore the pro found and healing teachings of ACIM\n? Participate in guided discussions a nd share insights with a welcoming community\n? Work through the ACIM Text book\, Workbook for Students\, and Manual for Teachers together\n?️ Lear n practical applications for experiencing inner peace and extending forgiv eness in daily life\nWhether you’re new to ACIM or a longtime student\, our study group welcomes all who are drawn to the course’s promise of pe ace\, forgiveness\, and personal transformation.\nWhat to Expect:\n? Weekl y readings and discussions from the ACIM Textbook\, Workbook\, and Manual\ n? A supportive and inclusive atmosphere for sharing personal insights and experiences\n? A journey towards deeper understanding\, love\, and spirit ual growth\nEveryone Is Welcome:\nNo prior experience with ACIM is necessa ry. Whether you’ve been studying the Course for years or have just stumb led upon it\, our group is open to all who seek to explore its teachings.\ nHow to Prepare:\nSimply bring your copy of A Course in Miracles (or find one online)\, an open heart\, and a willingness to explore the course’s teachings in depth. If you don’t have a copy\, let us know\, and we’ll help you get started.\n? Join us on this journey of discovery and transfo rmation. Let’s unlock the miracles within and create a world of love and peace together. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T185544Z LOCATION:Unity of Springfield\, 2214 E Seminole St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65 804\, United States URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/event/a-course-in-miracles-study-group- acim/2026-09-21/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sprin gfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Unity of Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://unityofspringfield.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DIY Loofah Soap DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260924T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T000633Z UID:10001463-1790186400-1790193600@finleyfarmsmo.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,free DESCRIPTION:This is a beginner-friendly\, lye-free class led by Canyon’s Edge Farm\, where you’ll experience the fun and creativity of melt-and- pour soap making.\nGuests will use both an olive oil soap base and a white soap base to create their own handcrafted soaps. \nPersonalized design el ements include colors\, micas\, dried flowers\, botanicals\, and essential oils for fragrance\, allowing you to create something that is uniquely yo ur own.\nNo prior experience is needed\, making this the perfect opportuni ty to explore a new creative skill in a relaxed and welcoming environment. \nYou’ll leave with beautiful handmade soaps and the confidence to cont inue creating at home. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T000633Z LOCATION:The Workshop\, 840 Finley Farms Ln\, Ozark\, MO\, 65721\, United States URL:https://finleyfarmsmo.com/events/diy-loofah-soap/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-mo X-SOURCE-NAME:Finley Farms X-SOURCE-URL:https://finleyfarmsmo.com/happenings END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR