Nov 20, 2024 | Class, Education, Programs
Earth Ways Summer Camp 2024 was full of interesting learning, cultural experiences, nature exploration and fun. There were several moments that I call magical, which resonated with deep meaning for me, and I think, for the campers as well. Such as when our special guest Deitrich Peters, Grand Ronde, allowed the children to come up and touch his regalia…
Oct 4, 2024 | Education, Events
We have put up a display of PNW indigenous items, including photos of Grand Ronde Tribal members and children’s storybooks about indigenous culture for the community to enjoy. The display will be up for October and November, 2024. Click to read more….
Sep 16, 2024 | Events
Grandparent’s Pioneer Tea at the SMJ House was lovely! With thirty guests and lovely weather, the Grandparent’s tea on Sunday September 8th was a great success. We served two flights of teas (courtesy of Mountain Rose Herbs) and tiny treats, including fruit, cucumber sandwiches, cookies, chocolates and scones….
Sep 11, 2023 | Education, History, Programs
The Acorn Circle program brings Native American culture and children’s education to three libraries in Fall 2023. Singing Creek Educational Center (SCEC) is proud to partner with Cottage Grove, Creswell, and Springfield libraries to provide this educational program....
Jul 27, 2023 | Education, Programs
I homeschool my daughter who has developmental delays and is autistic. At the start of the school year, I decided that I wanted my daughter to learn how to participate in a group and learn some new social skills. Karen was more than welcoming to us and encouraged us...
Jul 13, 2023 | Education, Events
We held another successful Los Pueblos Summer Camp in 2023! Thank you to our instructors, Janet and Willow, for their hard work, creativity and dedication! SEE THE GALLERY BELOW- hover over pictures for left and right arrows. In June 2023 SCEC held two weeks of summer...
May 27, 2023 | Pioneer/ Historical
Benjamin Franklin Owen, recalls his journey on the Oregon Trail in 1853. Benjamin Franklin Owen was one of eight young men who left the group of emigrant companies later known as “The Lost Wagon Train of 1853”, to seek help. The train became confused in...
