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NovemberSilver Award Orientation Attending a Silver Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Silver Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Introduction to Visual and Artistic Art Even if you can’t draw a straight line, you can enjoy the visual arts. If you are interested in developing your skills in arts – drawing, painting, sculpting, pottery, crafts – this program will help you get on your way. To register, you must contact Anne Benoit at girlscoutprograms@yahoo.com. Details:
Girls' Night Out The YWCA will host teen Girl Scouts for an evening of fun, swimming, sports, movies, food and more! Activities in the heated indoor pool include free swim, synchronized swimming, water sports and games. The gymnasium and dance studio will be open all evening for both structured and free activities. Activity offerings may include volleyball, Zumba!, aerobics, self-defense, yoga, pilates and weightlifting. Please express your activity preferences when registering. Stay until midnight, or leave when you're ready. Register directly with the YWCA by calling Patty Flanagan at 508-767-2505 x3021 or email her at: pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org. Details:
Your Best Defense Give your body and brain a work-out at this exciting high energy event! Learn ways to keep you and your friends safe while learning basic self-defense techniques. You'll even get to test your new skills in a mock attack. Leave walking tall and proud! Girls will be split up so the Cadettes and Seniors will be working separately (please indicate your age level on your registration form). You will complete most of the requirements for the IP at the workshop, but will need to complete some of the activities on your own to fully earn the award. IP is included. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Holiday Gifts from the Heart Hey girls, instead of shopping for holiday gifts, why not make some instead? In this spirited workshop, girls will make a variety of gifts for friends and family. The holidays are a time of giving, so if you choose, one of your creations will be donated to a local needy child. Artzzone Craft Patch is included. Open to all ages - projects will vary by age groups. Register directly with Artzzone by calling 978-345-1600 or email info@artzzone.com. Details:
Gold 4B Challenge Step 4 of the Godl Award process is one of the most difficult, but often the most important step in a successful Gold Award project. Work as a group to complete this exciting step. Explore personal strengths and set goals for improvement. Look at your community's needs and learn to identify people in the community who share your concerns. Learn about vision statements and how to develop one that will clearly identify a successful Gold Award project. Prerequisite: Girls must have completed steps 1-3 of the Gold Award to attend this program. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Textile Arts In this workshop, you'll explore the craft of fabric-work and will try your creativity in areas such as tie-dye, weaving and crochet. You'll put together your own "craft station" to take home. This workshop allows you to complete all activities required to earn the entire Interest Project. Patches can be purchased separately at the council store. Register directly with Artzzone by calling 978-345-1600 or email info@artzzone.com. Details:
Silver 4B Challenge Here's an opportunity to complete most of the work for Step 4 of the Silver Award. Explore personal strengths and challenges as well as goal setting techniques. Learn how to research needs in your community, identify issues you care about and brainstorm Silver Award project ideas. Prerequisite: Girls must have completed steps 1-3 of the Silver Award to attend this program. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. JanuaryCookie Kick Off (Auburn) Girl Scout troops and families are invited to kick off the 2009 Girl Scout Cookie Sale Program. There will be activities for all ages and a special program at 1:00 pm. Details:
To register, complete the Cookie Kick Off Registration Form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Cookie Kick Off Girl Scout troops and families are invited to kick off the 2009 Girl Scout Cookie Sale Program. There will be activities for all ages and a special program at 1:00 pm. Details:
To register, complete the Cookie Kick Off Registration Form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Instructional and Recreational Bowling Series Have fun while excercising, learning new skills and meeting new friends. Experienced instructors will guide participants through learning the skills necessary to enjoy bowling. Discover a healthy way to make those long winter Sundays roll away! Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Belly Dancing No reason to be self-conscious in this class, people of all shapes and sizes have been belly dancing for centuries! The emphasis is on self-expression and fun! Phoenix Avathar of Dancing Ember Studio will lead you through styles of Traditional and Tribal Fusion bellydance while teaching a little about its history. Art expression through dance is a wonderful way to discover individuality and promote creativity. They will learn how to express themselves through movement thereby encouraging self esteem. This ancient art form is a wonderful way to promote individuality, creativity, and cultural diversity. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Cake Decorating for Teens Have your cake and eat it too! Learn basic cake decorating techniques like icing, piping and transferring a pattern. Bring an 8 or 9 inch round cake to decorate. You'll receive a supply kit to use during the workshop and take home along with all the yummy goodies you've decorated yourself! An "Icing Fun" participation patch is included. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Silver 4B Challenge Here's an opportunity to complete most of the work for Step 4 of the Silver Award. Explore personal strengths and challenges as well as goal setting techniques. Learn how to research needs in your community, identify issues you care about and brainstorm Silver Award project ideas. Prerequisite: Girls must have completed steps 1-3 of the Silver Award to attend this program. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Operation BRRR Operation BRRR is back! Think you have what it takes to be prepared for a winter emergency? Come to Camp Bonnie Brae to learn what it takes to survive the winter chill. At this beginner/intermediate level event, you'll build a shelter, learn the basics of wilderness emergencies, cook in the snow, and even sleep outside, if you choose. Participants should come ready to spend most of the day outdoors. Girls have the choice to sleep in a heated cabin or try winter camping. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. You are "Sew Glam" Are you interested in sewing? Know a little, but want to know more? Or do you know a lot and just want to have fun? Embellish and design your way through earning your "Sew Glam" Interest Project. You'll learn hand and machine sewing techniques while making fabulous projects. Patches can be purchased separately at the council store. Register directly with Artzzone by calling 978-345-1600 or email info@artzzone.com. Details:
Fit and Fabulous It's time for girls and the women special to them to take some time to talk about what's going on in their lives and have a great time together. The “fit" is about being healthy inside and the “fabulous" is all about the outside appearance. Spend the day together, sharing your ideas and being energized. Dynamic professionals will share strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle and help you discover your own fashion style. There will be fun activities, lively discussions, door prizes and fun! Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. FebruaryUltimate Tube Sliding All the thrills of tubing, without the uphill walk! We’ll have a private tent, enjoy 3 hours of tubing, dinner and, of course, hot chocolate! Bundle up and join our tubing party. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. National Girls and Women in Sports Day Clinic Try new activities; discover your interests; find your potential. The Springfield College Athletic Department is inviting Girl Scouts to fun-filled, energy-packed, sports clinics for softball, indoor rock climbing and volleyball. No previous experience necessary. Girls will have lunch with Spirit, the college mascot, and are welcome to stay and cheer on the Springfield athletes as they compete in basketball and/or swim competitions. Bring a brown bag lunch and wear sneaks. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. National Girls and Women in Sports Day Are you curious about trying new sports? Interested in health and wellness topics? Then this is the place for you! You will have the opportunity to try a variety of sports and talk about issues that are important to you. When you register, you'll complete a short questionnaire to help determine the workshops for the day. This is an event co-sponsored by local girl-serving organizations such as the YWCA, Girls, Inc., AAUW and the Girl Scouts. For more information and to register, call: 508-757-2505 x3022 or x3063. Details:
Winter Camp If you like Winterfest, give Winter Camp a try! With snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snow sculptures, and nature hikes, Winter Camp will prove to be the best cure for cabin fever. Participants will sleep in heated buildings, but should pack warm clothing and plan to do snowy, outdoor activities. This program is for girls only! Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Wistariahurst Museum - Textile Arts for Teens Wistariahurst Museum was home tos ilk manufacturer William Skinner. Come tour the home and explore textile arts and silk production. Girls will meet a local artisan and make their own crafts: creating a book of fabric samples, exploring hand embroidery, and completing a small quilting project such as a pillow or purse. Finally, there will be a discussion on how historians and preservationists approach textiles and the skills and education required to work in those fields. Please bring a bag lunch: refrigeration provided. To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 413-322-5660. Details:
Program Aide Training Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Girls in grades 7 and up are eligible to become Girl Scout Program Aides (PAs). As a PA, you can work with groups of younger girls at camp, in the troop setting, or in a variety of program specific areas. As part of "core" training, you'll learn how to work with younger girls as well as how to lead activities with groups. We'll also discuss the many ways in which you can volunteer as a PA. Once you have completed Core Training, you'll be able to participate in the many PA specialty trainings offered throughout the year. Bring a lunch and drink. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. To pay online using a credit card, first fill out the registration form, then use the button below to pay. Tennis for All Challenge yourself to learn a new skill. Girls will have a ball learning how to play tennis in an active, Girl Scout friendly environment. The staff at Ludlow Tennis Club will provide basic on-court instruction, designed to introduce this life-long sport to beginner players. Girls must wear sneakers (no black soled sneakers) and loose, comfortable clothing. Bring a tennis racquet if possible. Extra racquets will be available to borrow. Tennis balls will be provided. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. MOS Teen Night A night just for teens! The same cool stuff the younger girls get to do except geared just for teens! Your troop will have lots of fun discovering and learning and meeting new Girl Scout friends from throughout New England at this awesome overnight. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. To pay online using a credit card, first fill out the registration form, then use the button below to pay. MarchTotally Tubing It’s all about tubing! Enjoy two totally tremendous hours of tubing with your friends. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Medieval Maidens The Middle Ages was an era of knights, fair ladies, princesses and castles. Girls will learn about medieval times beyond the tales of adventure and make-believe and find out about the lives of girls and women during this time in history. They'll take a tour, do a craft and have fun earning Our Council's Own "Medieval Maidens" IP (included). Register directly with Higgins Armory Museum by contacting Rhonda Houle at 508-853-6015 x20 or email rhoule@higgins.org. Details:
Pats Peak Scout Weekend Two days of snow, slopes and thrills. Sleepover accommodations are available. Girl Scouts will sleep in one location, Boy Scouts in another during this Scout Weekend. This weekend fills up fast. Don’t miss out. Complete information about this package will be available after January 1 at www.patspeak.com/scout.htm or by calling Group Sales at 888-728-7732, extension 106. Details:
Wistariahurst Museum - Communication Arts Learn to communicate through different means: using Braille, images, words and sign. You will learn to convey messages using different ways of communication. Wistariahurst Museum, the restored home of a prominent Holyoke family, reflects the architecture and style of the mid-nineteenth century. Programs offered promote an appreciation of the culture of the times, as well as teach a variety of creative arts. To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 413-322-5660. Details:
Silver Award Orientation Attending a Silver Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Silver Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Gold Award Orientation Attending a Gold Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Gold Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Most important learn about how to connect with the Gold Award Committee. If you plan to complete your Gold Award by April 2009, you must meet with the Gold Award Committee no later than November, 2008. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Conflict Resolution IP Workshop You'll have lots of fun in this IP workshop learning effective ways to resolve conflict - personal, social or even global. We'll hear from professional mediator Katie Green and learn how we can handle conflicts before they get out of hand. You’ll do some fun role playing and interactive activities, and learn about body language and why active listening is such an important skill. We’ll even make some adorable sock puppets and you’ll learn how to use them with young children to teach them about conflict resolution and working things out. Interest Project patch is included. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Rockin' Hockey Join the big time fun planned for Girl Scouts, their troops and families when the Springfield Falcons meet the Worcester Sharks. Girls are encouraged to make and bring banners saluting their facorite team. Girl Scouts will sing the National Anthem. There will be lots of rockin' fun before the game; participants have a chance to skate from 2-3 pm and enjoy special activities from 3-4 pm. Girl Sfouts will receive giveaway gifts. Face off time is 4:00 pm. This is a great event for Sister-to-Sister troop to meet at! For tickets, contact Chris Thompson at MassMutual Center at 413-739-3344 x109. Details:
Gold Award Orientation Attending a Gold Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Gold Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Most important learn about how to connect with the Gold Award Committee. If you plan to complete your Gold Award by April 2009, you must meet with the Gold Award Committee no later than November, 2008. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Silver Award Orientation Attending a Silver Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Silver Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Wistariahurst Museum - Trash to Treasure Let your imagination run wild in this hands-on session with a local artist. Make bottle cap jewelry; cool necklaces fashioned from cast-off bottle toppers. Put together a brooch with loads of buttons, leftover paper clips and tin foil. Build the perfect treasure chest or jewelry box from reusable shoe boxes and go to the hilt with descoration using collage, wallpaper remnants, old ribbons, stamps, and beads, or stencil the box with skull n' crossbones. Use your creativity to turn castaways into fun and functional stuff. To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 413-322-5660. Details:
Girl Scout Day at Old Sturbridge Village This event is designed for all Girl Scouts that are interested in learning more about early 19th century American history. Inspired by Women’s History Month, Girl Scout Day will explore the everyday lives of early New England girls and women through demonstrations and performances! Meet two very inspirational and dynamic women, Lydia Maria Child and Mary Gove. In their own ways, both motivated positive changes in American women’s lives. Admission includes most Village activities and an Old Sturbridge Village patch. Also pre-register online for the Museum Education Girl Scout Hands-on Studios for an additional $3.00 per girl. These 50-minute activities have been designed to meet Brownies Try-Its and Junior Girl Scout Badge requirements. If time permits, consider making a quick craft in the Village Craft Center; some age and safety restrictions apply. Details:
Chef Boyar Brae Girls will learn cooking techniques from culinary professionals, create their own recipe in the 2nd annual “Camp Bonnie Brae Cookoff," learn about nutrition and meal planning, and enjoy other activities with girls their own age. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. AprilSilver Award Orientation Attending a Silver Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Silver Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Nautical Nights Bunk in crew's quarters just like the sailors did aboard the U.S.S. Massachusetts, a WWII battleship, or the U.S.S. Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., a destroyer. Learn to tie knots, take Morse Code classes, and participate in flag folding presentations. Feature films will be shown on board Big Mamie. You will have a full, nutritious dinner, breakfast, and box lunch served in the battleship's Officer's Wardroom. you will also receive free admission to the Marine Museum. Book this weekend directly by calling 508-678-1100 or visit www.battleshipcove.org to learn more about America's original maritime camping program. Details:
Spring Archery Looking for an archery lesson or just want some time to shoot? Sign up for a one-hour session . All equipment will be provided and basics will be covered. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Paper Works Have fun exploring the galleries of the Worcester Art Museum and making art in our studios while working towards your Paper Works Interest Project. Our custom-tailored workshops include a 30-minute guided tour followed by a 90-minute creative studio activity. Explore some of the many possibilities of working with paper, starting with simple papermaking to the construction of a book for journal entries or sketching. Your handmade paper can be used later for unique stationery or cards. Patches can be purchased separately at the council store. To register, call Education Department at 508-793-4333 at least one week prior to the scheduled workshop. Details:
Gold Award Orientation Attending a Gold Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do when working on the Gold Award. Although they are optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process and suggestions about projects. Most important learn about how to connect with the Gold Award Committee. If you plan to complete your Gold Award by April 2009, you must meet with the Gold Award Committee no later than November, 2008. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Great Urban Adventure Not only are we visiting Boston, we’re going even further back in time to ancient Egypt! Hop on a Duck Tour and see Boston’s great history. After your tour, you will receive a D’Angelo’s boxed lunch at Boston’s newest attraction, TOMB. The scene... an incredibly realistic pharaoh’s tomb set in an archaeological dig site in ancient Egypt. The task... you and your group will work together to overcome each of the pharaoh’s challenges as you make your way through the burial chamber. The adventure is aided by special effects such as lasers, fog, water, air, lightening effects and booming stereo sound. Bus stop locations and times will be determined after the registration deadline. We will try to make them as convenient as possible for the registered participants. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Spring Busy Bee Volunteer at camp! Projects include setting up/taking down tents, cots, waterfront and general camp clean up. Come for a few hours or the entire days. Call 800-462-9100 to volunteer. A great lunch is provided. PLEASE RSVP. Troops earn 1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunter--good towards camp rental. Details:
Spring Busy Bee Volunteer at camp! Projects include setting up/taking down tents, cots, waterfront and general camp clean up. Come for a few hours or the entire days. Call 800-462-9100 to volunteer. A great lunch is provided. PLEASE RSVP. Troops earn 1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunter--good towards camp rental. Details:
Spring Busy Bee Volunteer at camp! Projects include setting up/taking down tents, cots, waterfront and general camp clean up. Come for a few hours or the entire days. Call 800-462-9100 to volunteer. A great lunch is provided. PLEASE RSVP. Troops earn 1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunter--good towards camp rental. Details:
Spring Camp Join us for a three day camp, two night camp sampler. We'll do all fun camp activites that CLP has to offer, including archery, games, nature activities, campfire cooking, excitng all-camp challenges and more! A taste of camp in the spring! Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. Legally Bound Have you ever thought about becoming a lawyer? Spend the day with a woman attorney who will brief you on the experience and skills needed for a career in law. Discover how lawyers use communication skills to resolve conflicts,; and then use those same skills in your life. Participants will have the opportunity to see how our judicial system works as they shadow their mentors working in the courtroom, conference room and office. The program will start at Elms College in Chicopee for a breakfast/orientation and end at Elms with an afternoon reception. During the day you will be traveling in the area with your lawyer mentor. Details:
To register, complete the GSCWM registration form and drop it off at any of our service centers or mail it to the address listed on the form. Wistariahurst Museum - Victorian Era Day Discover what life was like in the last 1800's by exploring a Victorian mansion. Experience daily Victorian life in hands-on segments. A sampling of activities includes Victorian fashion and hairstyles, the language and decoration of fans, garden and outdoor games, letter writing and diary passages, Victorian etiquette and entertainment, calling cards, and Victorian crafts. Girl Scouts will be divided into small groups to travel through the museum. To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 413-322-5660. Details:
College 101 Each High School Girl Scout will have the opportunity to spend some time in a college residence hall, eat dinner in the dining hall, and have a chance to explore the college campus and try out some of the extracurricular activities all in one evening. To register please contact Annie Scott: scott22a@mtholyoke.edu. Details:
PAs, Day Camp Interns & CITs Wanted! Experienced PAs, Day Camp Interns and CITs Needed! Here's an opportunity to share your knowledge and skills with girls becoming PAs. Spend the weekend at camp and train along side the PA trainers. You will be contacted following receipt of your registration to discuss your role in this exciting weekend. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. PA Training Extravaganza Girls at least 12 years old and in 7th grade and older - this weekend is just for you! Come spend the weekend at camp and complete all the training you need to be a PA in the program area of your choice! Saturday will cover all the core PA training material. Sunday will offer several PA specializations depending on interest; sports and games, songs, nature, camp skills, archery, moving the journey, crafts, waterfront, Zink and much more. Indicate on your registration form which specialization you are interested in. Details:
To register, use the GSCWM registration form. |