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Hanson, MA

“Alive with Ideas” Spring Conference (by Charlotte Mason New England)

Join us for a day exploring living ideas and the Science of Relations!

The conference will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 11:00-2:30pm at Calvary Baptist Church in Hanson, Massachusetts.

Kyndra Steinmann and Laura Oliver, two experienced Charlotte Mason mothers from within the CMNE community, will join CMNE Advisory members Sarah Beals and Megan Massaro as speakers for the event.

Our day will include four 25-minute sessions, a boxed lunch from Keegan Kreations (Plymouth, MA), and a nature walk together (optional and weather-permitting).

Sessions:
- Session I - Alive with Ideas: Cultivating a Home Atmosphere where Ideas Flourish (Sarah Beals)
- Session II - Thought Begets Thought: How Living Books Awaken the Mind (Laura Oliver)
- Session III - Rhythms of Life: Finding Freedom Through Habit (& Workshop) (Megan Massaro, talk; Rebekah Anglea, workshop)
- Session IV - The Science of Relations: Or, On Being Alive (Kyndra Steinmann)

The price will be $50 per attendee. Limited childcare for young children will also be available, at a small additional fee.

Teens are also invited to our Teen Track. CMNE mothers Kimberly Somarriba and Megan Massaro will be leading teens in a Morning Time, a leatherworking handicraft, and a Shakespeare readaloud for any teens who are interested. Teens will also receive a boxed lunch and will be invited to join our nature walk. Price for teens is $20, but seats are limited.

This event is hosted by Charlotte Mason New England.

Lookout Mountain, GA

Faithfully Present: A Call to Attentive, Relational Education in the Midst of a Distracted Age

The 2026 CMI Conference is coming, and we can't wait to gather with you on scenic Lookout Mountain, GA! Mark your calendars for July 23-25, 2026 at Covenant College, where this year's theme, "Faithfully Present: A Call to Attentive, Relational Education in the Midst of a Distracted Age," will inspire, equip, and refresh your heart and mind. Embracing simplicity and humility, we’ll explore what it means to offer an education marked by attentiveness, consistency, and love.

Prepare to immerse yourself in community, hands-on learning, and thoughtful discussions. We hope participants--including teens ages 13 and older! -- will leave the conference excited to incorporate Charlotte Mason's insights into their rhythms of life. We can’t wait to see you on Lookout Mountain!

Sudbury, MA

“A Day At Ambleside” Fall Conference

Join us for a Back-to-School mother's workshop on August 15, 2025, at Longfellow's Wayside Inn in Sudbury MA, simulating an entire school day according to Charlotte Mason's principles. Mothers will read living books, take a Nature walk, have lunch at the Inn, do artist and composer study, narrate Plutarch, watercolor on the grounds, do a handicraft, and more. This event is hosted by Charlotte Mason New England. More information can be found at the link.

Longview, TX

2025 Northeast Texas CM Workshop

Simplicity: Tis a Gift To Be Simple
September 20, 2025
https://easttexasamblers.com/workshop/

Austin, TX

Rooted & Grounded: A Charlotte Mason Conference

We're excited to present Rooted & Grounded: A Charlotte Mason Conference featuring the inspiring Amber O'Neal Johnston, renowned author, speaker, blogger, and Charlotte Mason educator! 📚✨

📅 It’s on October 10–11, 2024 - Thursday evening and Friday morning

📍It’ll be on our campus. We’re located at 1844 Teri Road, Austin, TX 78744.

The conference focus is “Sparking Curiosity and Delight in Childhood.” We’ll explore a path that supports academic growth while sparking curiosity in childhood. Learn how to spread an inspiring feast of ideas and come alongside your kids and students as they dive deeply into the passions and interests that make them come alive!

📝 To learn more and register, visit our Eventbrite page - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1014862730747?aff=oddtdtcreator. We’d be so grateful if you could share about the conference with your community!

As an expression of our gratitude for sharing the event, we’d love to offer your school/group/community a $10 discount. The discount code is ThankYou.

About Our Keynote Speaker - Amber O'Neal Johnston

Amber O’Neal Johnston is an author, speaker, and Charlotte Mason home educator who blends life-giving books and a culturally rich environment for her four children and others seeking to do the same. She recommends we offer children opportunities to see themselves and others reflected in their lessons, especially throughout their books, and she’s known for sharing literary “mirrors and windows” on HeritageMom.com and @heritagemomblog (IG & FB). Amber is also the author of Soul School: Taking Kids on a Joy-Filled Journey Through the Heart of Black American Culture, and A Place to Belong, a guide for families of all backgrounds to raise kids to celebrate their heritage, community, and the world.

Redding, CA

CMRedding

Charlotte Mason Redding is a local community organized to equip, encourage and support those who are actively pursuing or desirous of learning to implement Charlotte Mason’s philosophy in their homes. We offer parental training, group gatherings & special events, group classes, a living library and mother culture opportunities.

Traverse City, MI

Awaken: a Living Books Educational Conference

An encouraging and equipping weekend of Immersions and workshops featuring speakers, A Delectable Education, Michelle Howard the Living Books Lady, Jessica Becker and Kelsi Rea.

Dresser, WI

As Unto the Lord: A Charlotte Mason Gathering

Join us for a day full of wisdom and encouragement with Nancy Kelly of Sage Parnassus. Together we will dive into what Charlotte Mason said about habits, schedule and atmosphere and how to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to create peace in our homes. Refresh your mind and body as we hike together in the beautiful St. Croix Valley. Be inspired to continue the great work of the education of your children "As Unto the Lord''.

South Bend, IN

Living Books Conference

A living books conference featuring A Delectable Education, Truth Quest History, Michelle Howard, Kelsi Rea of Heritage Christian Academy. Friday Immersion classes, and workshops Saturday. A Whole Foods menu.

Canby, OR

Charlotte Mason NW

Charlotte Mason NW facilitates community and encouragement though annual conferences in the Pacific Northwest. Please visit the website and join our mailing list to stay updated on future events.