Homeschooling non-profit to host weekend 5K at Awbury Arboretum

 Talking Stick boasts of 'a safe and supportive space, free from grading and testing, that respects the individual and nurtures children’s innate curiosity and desire to learn.' (Image courtesy of Talking Stick's website)

Talking Stick boasts of 'a safe and supportive space, free from grading and testing, that respects the individual and nurtures children’s innate curiosity and desire to learn.' (Image courtesy of Talking Stick's website)

On Saturday, the Talking Stick Learning Center will host an Inaugural 5k Walk event.

The family-friendly event, which is being co-hosted by the Awbury Arboretum, will feature face painting, food and drinks.

The Talking Stick Learning Center is a local non-profit that provides alternative education and group-learning experiences for home-schooled children between the ages of 4 and 16.

Proceeds from the walk ($5 in advance; $6 day-of) will go toward funding supplies and administrative costs for the Center.

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The walk will begin at Awbury Arboretum, One Awbury Road, at 9 a.m. Saturday. (Rain date: Sunday.)

For more information about, or to sign-up to participate in, the walk, contact Christopher Mrozinski at (215) 654-0126 or visit talkingsticklearningcenter.org.

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