The “Take Our Daughters to the Polls” campaign has been launched to call on all parents to take their daughters to the polls when they vote on Tuesday, November 4.
The Girl Scouts has joined the “Take Our Daughters to the Polls” coalition created by the White House Project, a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing women’s leadership in the United States, and supported by numerous national organizations.
The purpose is to encourage adults to speak with their daughters about the importance of voting and to show them how to participate in the electoral process.
For information about the campaign, visit www.thewhitehouseproject.org/daughters
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Central Massachusetts' Own Brownie Try-It -- Medieval Maidens
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts created its own Medieval Maidens Try-it for Brownies.
Several girls earned the Try-it last year and more girls can earn it on Sunday, Nov. 9 at the Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration deadline is this Friday, Oct 1o.
About the program: The Middle Ages was an era of knights, fair ladies, princesses and castles. Girl swill 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 the "Medieval Maidens" Try-It (included in the price).
Registration information: Register directly with Higgins Armory Museum by contacting Rhonda Houle at 508-853-6015 x20 or e-mail rhoule@higgins.org.
Cost is $17 per Brownie and $8 per adult/leader.
maximum girls: 30
Several girls earned the Try-it last year and more girls can earn it on Sunday, Nov. 9 at the Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration deadline is this Friday, Oct 1o.
About the program: The Middle Ages was an era of knights, fair ladies, princesses and castles. Girl swill 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 the "Medieval Maidens" Try-It (included in the price).
Registration information: Register directly with Higgins Armory Museum by contacting Rhonda Houle at 508-853-6015 x20 or e-mail rhoule@higgins.org.
Cost is $17 per Brownie and $8 per adult/leader.
maximum girls: 30
Monday, September 22, 2008
American Textile Museum in Lowell Offers Girl Scout Programs!
DIRECT LINK: www.athm.org/girl_scouts.htm
The American Textile Museum in Lowell offers several Girl Scout programs for Daisy, Brownie, Junior, & older Scout levels.
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With the exception of volunteer work required for some badges, Girl Scouts can earn the following achievements in just one Museum visit:
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Daisies: Neighborhood Visits (1.5 hours)Take a trip to the Museum for a scavenger hunt, story, craft, and Textile Learning Center visit! Cost: $5.
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Brownies - Try Its (All 2.5 hours)
Colors and shapes - $6 Ca
Listening to the Past - $6
Science in Action - $6
Stitch it Together - $6
Juniors - Badges
Art to Wear - 4 hrs - $10
Careers - 2 1/2 hrs - $6
Folk Arts - 4 hrs - $10
Local Lore - 2 1/2 hrs - $6
Yarn & Fabric Arts - 4 hrs - $10
OLDER GIRL SCOUTS - Interest Projects
Heritage Hunt - 3 hrs. + volunteer work - $8
Museum Discovery - 3 hrs. + volunteer work - $8
Textile Arts - 4 hrs. - $10
Women Through Time - 3 hrs. - $8
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Fees vary depending on program. From $5-$10. E-mail or call to inquire about a specific program.
There is a 10 participant minimum. Smaller groups will be required to pay for 10 participants.
Payment is made upon arrival at the Museum. Fee includes general Museum admission.
One adult leader or chaperone admitted free per 15 scouts. Additional adults may attend after paying the adult admission. Adults admission is $8.
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Questions or Reservations: Contact the Education Department of the Museum with questions or to make a reservation.
978- 441-0400 x250, or e-mail reservations@athm.org
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The American Textile Museum in Lowell offers several Girl Scout programs for Daisy, Brownie, Junior, & older Scout levels.
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With the exception of volunteer work required for some badges, Girl Scouts can earn the following achievements in just one Museum visit:
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Daisies: Neighborhood Visits (1.5 hours)Take a trip to the Museum for a scavenger hunt, story, craft, and Textile Learning Center visit! Cost: $5.
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Brownies - Try Its (All 2.5 hours)
Colors and shapes - $6 Ca
Listening to the Past - $6
Science in Action - $6
Stitch it Together - $6
Juniors - Badges
Art to Wear - 4 hrs - $10
Careers - 2 1/2 hrs - $6
Folk Arts - 4 hrs - $10
Local Lore - 2 1/2 hrs - $6
Yarn & Fabric Arts - 4 hrs - $10
OLDER GIRL SCOUTS - Interest Projects
Heritage Hunt - 3 hrs. + volunteer work - $8
Museum Discovery - 3 hrs. + volunteer work - $8
Textile Arts - 4 hrs. - $10
Women Through Time - 3 hrs. - $8
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Fees vary depending on program. From $5-$10. E-mail or call to inquire about a specific program.
There is a 10 participant minimum. Smaller groups will be required to pay for 10 participants.
Payment is made upon arrival at the Museum. Fee includes general Museum admission.
One adult leader or chaperone admitted free per 15 scouts. Additional adults may attend after paying the adult admission. Adults admission is $8.
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Questions or Reservations: Contact the Education Department of the Museum with questions or to make a reservation.
978- 441-0400 x250, or e-mail reservations@athm.org
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Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester Offers Special Girl Scout Programs
Medieval Maidens: Visit Higgins Armory Museum and work towards one of the new Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts Council’s Medieval Maidens Patches!
The Middle Ages was the era of knights and fair ladies, princesses and castles. Come to the Higgins Armory Museum and learn about medieval times beyond the tales of make-believe and discover true stories about the lives of girls and women during this time in history. Tour the Museum, take part in a craft, and have fun while earning a badge!
Medieval Maidens Try-It for Brownie Girl Scouts
Grades 1-3
November 9, 2008 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 10)
March 7, 2009 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
May 16, 2009 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm (sign-up Feb 1 - April 17)
Medieval Maidens Badge for Junior Girl Scouts
Grades 4-6
November 2, 2008 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 3)
March 7, 2009 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
May 16, 2009 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up Feb 1 - April 17)
Medieval Maidens Interest Project for Girls 11-17
Grades 7-12
November 8, 2008 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 3)
March 7, 2009 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
Pre-registration required. All Medieval Maidens programs are now booked through Higgins, not the Girl Scout Council.
Please contact the Rhonda Houle in the Museum’s Education Department sign-up for one of the dates listed or to set-up a date just for your troop: (508-853-6015 ext 20 or higgins@higgins.org.
The cost is $17 per scout and $8 per adult.
(Minimum of 15 scouts, maximum of 30)
Girls may sign up individually, as a Juliette, or with a troop.
The Middle Ages was the era of knights and fair ladies, princesses and castles. Come to the Higgins Armory Museum and learn about medieval times beyond the tales of make-believe and discover true stories about the lives of girls and women during this time in history. Tour the Museum, take part in a craft, and have fun while earning a badge!
Medieval Maidens Try-It for Brownie Girl Scouts
Grades 1-3
November 9, 2008 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 10)
March 7, 2009 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
May 16, 2009 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm (sign-up Feb 1 - April 17)
Medieval Maidens Badge for Junior Girl Scouts
Grades 4-6
November 2, 2008 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 3)
March 7, 2009 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
May 16, 2009 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up Feb 1 - April 17)
Medieval Maidens Interest Project for Girls 11-17
Grades 7-12
November 8, 2008 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (sign-up by Oct 3)
March 7, 2009 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm (sign-up Nov 1 - Feb 6)
Pre-registration required. All Medieval Maidens programs are now booked through Higgins, not the Girl Scout Council.
Please contact the Rhonda Houle in the Museum’s Education Department sign-up for one of the dates listed or to set-up a date just for your troop: (508-853-6015 ext 20 or higgins@higgins.org.
The cost is $17 per scout and $8 per adult.
(Minimum of 15 scouts, maximum of 30)
Girls may sign up individually, as a Juliette, or with a troop.
Monday, September 15, 2008
TOWN-WIDE FRAMINGHAM GIRL SCOUT ROLLER SKATING NIGHT
The Framingham Girl Scout Service Unit is hosting a town-wide roller skating event on Saturday night, Nov. 1 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roller Kingdom in Hudson.
The cost for each Girl Scout is $4 to cover the cost and the participation patch.
Girls may rent skates at additional fee of $3 at the rink.
The deadline to respond to Missy, who is coordinating the event, is October 20. All Money is due at that time too!
If you have e-mailed you will come and how many before the date great, but if I do not have the money in by October 20th you will not make it into the final count for patches and the event.
Missy must give Lee Theise at Roller Kingdom a head count then, so I will not be able to accept late registrations.
Please keep in mind that this is a Girl Scout only event.
Safety-wise ratio rules for parents apply.
No family skating allowed for this event.
There was some confusion last year as whether this event was a private party or open to the public. It is a private party!
Girl Scout Troop Leaders who have questions should contact Missy or post questions on the leader group at Yahoo.
The cost for each Girl Scout is $4 to cover the cost and the participation patch.
Girls may rent skates at additional fee of $3 at the rink.
The deadline to respond to Missy, who is coordinating the event, is October 20. All Money is due at that time too!
If you have e-mailed you will come and how many before the date great, but if I do not have the money in by October 20th you will not make it into the final count for patches and the event.
Missy must give Lee Theise at Roller Kingdom a head count then, so I will not be able to accept late registrations.
Please keep in mind that this is a Girl Scout only event.
Safety-wise ratio rules for parents apply.
No family skating allowed for this event.
There was some confusion last year as whether this event was a private party or open to the public. It is a private party!
Girl Scout Troop Leaders who have questions should contact Missy or post questions on the leader group at Yahoo.
SCIENCE & VOTING WORKSHOP
Place: St. Bridget School Hall, Worcester Road (Route 9) Eastbound, Framingham, MA
Date: Sunday, Octoter 5
Time: 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Who: All Girl Scout Levels
Cost: $6 per Brownie or Junior (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)
$3 per Daisy (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)
Cadettes and Seniors who volunteer are fee and will receive a Participation Patch
Adults are free
Contact Person for the event: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989
Deadline to register & pay: Sept. 26
Badge Workshops: (once earned, badges may be purchased separately at the Girl Scout store)
Brownie = Science in Action Try-It (all requirements can be met at the workshop)
Junior = Science Discovery Badge (all requirements can be met at the workshop)
All levels = I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote patch (some requirements will be met at the workshop)
Participation Patch: all girls attending will receive a Participation Patch design TBA
Schedule:
1:30-1:40 Announcements, Girl Scout Promise
1:40-4:15 Workshops set up at tables, possible breaks taken for speakers TBA
4:15-4:30 Election results, Clean up
Volunteer Opportunity: We are looking for about 20 volunteers: Adults, Seniors, Cadettes, and 6th grade Juniors (who have already earned the badge(s) offered) to come and help at the various workstations. All volunteers need to arrive promptly at 1pm.
NOTE: We ask that no food be brought into the hall. There will be a variety of chemicals and we do not want anyone to become sick. Girls are free to bring their own water bottles.
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One town-wide Troop/Service Unit Activity Application will be sent for this event.
Leaders: This page briefly summarizes the workshops planned. Information was taken from the Brownie Try-It book, the Junior Badge book, and on the council Web site for the “I promised a Girl Scout I would Vote” patch.
Brownie Try-It = Science in Action (pg. 126)
Science and Technology Hunt – give a list of things to find in the room that show how science and technology go together (i.e. things of plastic, from trees) – discuss how science and technology work together
Weird Glop – observe the difference between solid/liquid/gas, discuss how some things can be only one or all these (i.e. water)
Balloon Blowing – they will blow up a balloon without using their own breath - with baking soda and vinegar – discuss how that works
Butterfly of Many Colors – ink in black felt tip pen is made from chemicals of different colors, mixed together these colors look black, discuss how you can see the different colors
Junior Badge = Science Discovery (pg. 200)
Chemical Appearing Act – discover how you can use a chemical reaction to make an artistic design, sometimes when chemicals react with each other colors change
Light and Reflection – make a simple kaleidoscope – which relies on reflected light to create its special effects
Water Tricks – why does the needle float, how many drops of water can you get to stay on the penny, what happens when soap meets the skin of water molecules on the penny and why
See What? – how is your brain challenged by optical illusions
Here’s the Rub – discover how speed is affected by friction, how can you use what you learned when riding in a car or riding on your bike
Become a Scientist – more men enter fields of science and technology then women do, talk to a female scientist and find out: how she got interested in her field, who encouraged her to pursue science, where does she get information, which people are most supportive to her in her job
“I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote” Patch (council Web site)
Voter Registration – Who is eligible, how do you register, what are the requirements? Make posters to encourage voters to register. Encourage family members to register. Fill out a voter registration form.
Get Out the Vote – Where do you vote, what is an absentee ballot? Go with your parents to the polls and see the voting machine. Take “I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote” stickers and hand them out before the election. Make thank you cards to hand out on election day. Why is voting so important in your troop?
The Election Process – What are the political parties in our country, which party does each candidate belong to? What are the qualities of a good leader? Get a ballot and vote for your choice and see who wins.
Our Government at Work – Who are the elected officials in our town, how can you contact them, how does a bill become a law, what is our state bug?
Date: Sunday, Octoter 5
Time: 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Who: All Girl Scout Levels
Cost: $6 per Brownie or Junior (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)
$3 per Daisy (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)
Cadettes and Seniors who volunteer are fee and will receive a Participation Patch
Adults are free
Contact Person for the event: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989
Deadline to register & pay: Sept. 26
Badge Workshops: (once earned, badges may be purchased separately at the Girl Scout store)
Brownie = Science in Action Try-It (all requirements can be met at the workshop)
Junior = Science Discovery Badge (all requirements can be met at the workshop)
All levels = I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote patch (some requirements will be met at the workshop)
Participation Patch: all girls attending will receive a Participation Patch design TBA
Schedule:
1:30-1:40 Announcements, Girl Scout Promise
1:40-4:15 Workshops set up at tables, possible breaks taken for speakers TBA
4:15-4:30 Election results, Clean up
Volunteer Opportunity: We are looking for about 20 volunteers: Adults, Seniors, Cadettes, and 6th grade Juniors (who have already earned the badge(s) offered) to come and help at the various workstations. All volunteers need to arrive promptly at 1pm.
NOTE: We ask that no food be brought into the hall. There will be a variety of chemicals and we do not want anyone to become sick. Girls are free to bring their own water bottles.
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One town-wide Troop/Service Unit Activity Application will be sent for this event.
Leaders: This page briefly summarizes the workshops planned. Information was taken from the Brownie Try-It book, the Junior Badge book, and on the council Web site for the “I promised a Girl Scout I would Vote” patch.
Brownie Try-It = Science in Action (pg. 126)
Science and Technology Hunt – give a list of things to find in the room that show how science and technology go together (i.e. things of plastic, from trees) – discuss how science and technology work together
Weird Glop – observe the difference between solid/liquid/gas, discuss how some things can be only one or all these (i.e. water)
Balloon Blowing – they will blow up a balloon without using their own breath - with baking soda and vinegar – discuss how that works
Butterfly of Many Colors – ink in black felt tip pen is made from chemicals of different colors, mixed together these colors look black, discuss how you can see the different colors
Junior Badge = Science Discovery (pg. 200)
Chemical Appearing Act – discover how you can use a chemical reaction to make an artistic design, sometimes when chemicals react with each other colors change
Light and Reflection – make a simple kaleidoscope – which relies on reflected light to create its special effects
Water Tricks – why does the needle float, how many drops of water can you get to stay on the penny, what happens when soap meets the skin of water molecules on the penny and why
See What? – how is your brain challenged by optical illusions
Here’s the Rub – discover how speed is affected by friction, how can you use what you learned when riding in a car or riding on your bike
Become a Scientist – more men enter fields of science and technology then women do, talk to a female scientist and find out: how she got interested in her field, who encouraged her to pursue science, where does she get information, which people are most supportive to her in her job
“I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote” Patch (council Web site)
Voter Registration – Who is eligible, how do you register, what are the requirements? Make posters to encourage voters to register. Encourage family members to register. Fill out a voter registration form.
Get Out the Vote – Where do you vote, what is an absentee ballot? Go with your parents to the polls and see the voting machine. Take “I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote” stickers and hand them out before the election. Make thank you cards to hand out on election day. Why is voting so important in your troop?
The Election Process – What are the political parties in our country, which party does each candidate belong to? What are the qualities of a good leader? Get a ballot and vote for your choice and see who wins.
Our Government at Work – Who are the elected officials in our town, how can you contact them, how does a bill become a law, what is our state bug?
Friday, September 12, 2008
Oct. 26: JULIETTE GORDON LOW FALL FESTIVAL
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is hosting its annual Juliette Low Fall Fest on Sunday, Oct. 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 2 locations.
Juliette Low Fall Fest brings girls and their families together to celebrate Low’s birthday and sample some Girl Scout activities.
We hope to see you Sunday, October 26th from 1 – 4 p.m. at Camp Maude Eaton in Andover or Wind-in-the-Pines, Plymouth.
Cost is $7 per family.
Registration is required!
The Deadline to register is Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Juliette Low Fall Fest brings girls and their families together to celebrate Low’s birthday and sample some Girl Scout activities.
We hope to see you Sunday, October 26th from 1 – 4 p.m. at Camp Maude Eaton in Andover or Wind-in-the-Pines, Plymouth.
Cost is $7 per family.
Registration is required!
The Deadline to register is Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Hannaford Supermarkets Offer Tours for Scouts
DIRECT LINK: http://www.fieldtripfactory.com/trips/hannaford.php?sid=b9c91d7efd3dd4581dbd8c1692043fd5
The Guiding Stars® Store Tour is designed to help Girl Scouts comprehend nutrition in a real life environment.
At your local Hannaford (locations in Marlboro & Hudson) Daisy, Brownie, or Junior Scouts can gain a better understanding of the foods they eat, their nutritional value, and how they affect the body during this hands-on adventure through the store.
The FREE Guiding Stars Store Tour will help children in grades K - 5 develop and enhance skills in:
Healthy lifestyle
Nutrition
Critical thinking
Exercise
Trained tour leaders modify the field trips to be level appropriate.
The field trips are 60 minutes in length and are limited to 30 participants per tour – although this number may vary by location.
To book a field trip visit www.fieldtripfactory.com.
Do not contact the local store directly.
The Guiding Stars® Store Tour is designed to help Girl Scouts comprehend nutrition in a real life environment.
At your local Hannaford (locations in Marlboro & Hudson) Daisy, Brownie, or Junior Scouts can gain a better understanding of the foods they eat, their nutritional value, and how they affect the body during this hands-on adventure through the store.
The FREE Guiding Stars Store Tour will help children in grades K - 5 develop and enhance skills in:
Healthy lifestyle
Nutrition
Critical thinking
Exercise
Trained tour leaders modify the field trips to be level appropriate.
The field trips are 60 minutes in length and are limited to 30 participants per tour – although this number may vary by location.
To book a field trip visit www.fieldtripfactory.com.
Do not contact the local store directly.
PETCO (Natick) Offers Field Trips for Scouts
DIRECT LINK: www.fieldtripfactory.com/trips/animal.php?sid=b9c91d7efd3dd4581dbd8c1692043fd5
The Fur, Feathers & Fins™ program at PETCO allows Girl Scouts to learn about the characteristics and habitats of fish, reptiles, birds, and small animals.
At your local PETCO, lessons in science, math and geography come to life through this hands-on field trip. As students develop a respect for animals, they will also develop a greater sense of responsibility.
The FREE Fur, Feathers & Fins field trip will help Scouts in grades Pre-K – 8 develop and enhance skills in:
Basic needs for animal care
Animal habitats and characteristics
Environmental issues and animal survival
Animal respect
Reading and science
The program fits in to the requirements for completing both Try-Its & Badges.
Trained tour leaders modify the field trips to be grade appropriate.
The field trips are 60 (Daisy or Brownie level) or 90 minutes (Junior or Cadette level) in length and are limited to group sizes of 10-30 participants per tour – although this number varies by store location.
To book a field trip visit www.fieldtripfactory.com.
Do not contact the local store directly first.
The Fur, Feathers & Fins™ program at PETCO allows Girl Scouts to learn about the characteristics and habitats of fish, reptiles, birds, and small animals.
At your local PETCO, lessons in science, math and geography come to life through this hands-on field trip. As students develop a respect for animals, they will also develop a greater sense of responsibility.
The FREE Fur, Feathers & Fins field trip will help Scouts in grades Pre-K – 8 develop and enhance skills in:
Basic needs for animal care
Animal habitats and characteristics
Environmental issues and animal survival
Animal respect
Reading and science
The program fits in to the requirements for completing both Try-Its & Badges.
Trained tour leaders modify the field trips to be grade appropriate.
The field trips are 60 (Daisy or Brownie level) or 90 minutes (Junior or Cadette level) in length and are limited to group sizes of 10-30 participants per tour – although this number varies by store location.
To book a field trip visit www.fieldtripfactory.com.
Do not contact the local store directly first.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
NEW GIRL SCOUT LEVELS UNVEILED BY COUNCIL
Girl Scout Daisy Kindergarden-1st
Girl Scout Brownie 2nd-3rd
Girl Scout Junior 4th-5th
Girl Scout Cadette 6th-8th
Girl Scout Senior 9th-10th
Girl Scout Ambassador 11th-12th
For more information visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Web site at:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/aboutus/index.html
Girl Scout Brownie 2nd-3rd
Girl Scout Junior 4th-5th
Girl Scout Cadette 6th-8th
Girl Scout Senior 9th-10th
Girl Scout Ambassador 11th-12th
For more information visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Web site at:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/aboutus/index.html
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Girl Scout Night At Ringling Bros.' Circus!
The Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council is offering a special event (and price) along with a participation patch for Girl Scouts to go to the circus...
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It’s The Greatest Show on Earth! The Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus is offering an exclusive opportunity for Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts!
This event is open to Juliette Girl Scouts and their parents.
Before the show, there is an Animal Care seminar hosted by the animal experts of the circus.
Get up close and personal with some animals, learn about what they eat, how they are trained and how they are groomed.
The event is Friday night October 10 starting at 5 p.m. for the animal seminar, and 6 p.m. for the all-access pre-show, and 7 p.m. circus curtain.
The circus is at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston.
Tickets are $14 per person.
Registration is required through the Eastern Massachusetts Council Web site.
Check with your troop leaders to see if your girl is going as part of her troop.
Girls who don't belong in a troop, but are registered as a Girl Scout (known as Juliettes) can attend with a parent. The parent or guardian must also pay $14.
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It’s The Greatest Show on Earth! The Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus is offering an exclusive opportunity for Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts!
This event is open to Juliette Girl Scouts and their parents.
Before the show, there is an Animal Care seminar hosted by the animal experts of the circus.
Get up close and personal with some animals, learn about what they eat, how they are trained and how they are groomed.
The event is Friday night October 10 starting at 5 p.m. for the animal seminar, and 6 p.m. for the all-access pre-show, and 7 p.m. circus curtain.
The circus is at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston.
Tickets are $14 per person.
Registration is required through the Eastern Massachusetts Council Web site.
Check with your troop leaders to see if your girl is going as part of her troop.
Girls who don't belong in a troop, but are registered as a Girl Scout (known as Juliettes) can attend with a parent. The parent or guardian must also pay $14.
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
Maria Mitchell Aquarium on Nantucket Offers Girl Scout Programs
DIRECT LINK: http://www.mmo.org/subcat.php?cat_id=3&subcat_id=66&art_id=230
Beside Try-it programs for Brownies, the Nantucket Aquarium also offers many non-badge programs for all Girl Scout levels.
Brownie Try-Its: Eco-Explorers, Science Wonders, Senses, Watching Wildlife, Water Everywhere, & Space Explorer
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Non Badge Programs
Night Discovery: Spend the evening with one of our naturalists to discover the mystery of the night. We’ll do some experiments, learn about nocturnal animals and become more comfortable in the dark.
Marine Ecology Walk: Come and explore the shore. Scouts will be able to collect marine animals using several different methods, identify the creatures and learn about their natural history. (May-September only)
Our Cosmic Neighborhood: Join us for the exploration of our cosmic neighbors. We’ll investigate the planets of our solar system and comets. Scouts will get a tour of Loines Observatory and if the weather cooperates get to view the skies with our telescope.
Getting Ready for Winter: Learn how different animals get ready for the cold. Discover which mammals truly hibernate and conduct an experiment to test the effects of hibernation. (December-February only)
Fossil Fun: Brachiopods, horn corals, bryozoans and more. Find out what a fossil is, make one and then we’ll search for some.
Home Tweet Home: Discover different types of nesting habitats and how birds build detailed nests using their beaks and feet. Then, make your own nest!
Dirty Water: Can you save a pond from pollution? Learn about water pollution and the clean up procedure. Each student will have a pond that they will need to keep clean.
Track It!: Learn what signs animals leave behind. Make a track and play a game that will put your detective skills to work!
Amazing Amphibian: Learn to identify these amazing creatures, through physical characteristics, sounds and hands-on discovery!
Wildlife CSI: Become a wildlife detective by solving a wildlife crime while learning about the natural histories of local animals.
WWE Wildlife Adaptations: To win the WWE students will have to create their own super animal! Each group will have to “buy” adaptations for their animal in order to compete in the habitat battles.
Grossology: Investigate the human body through “gross” experiments.
Spider and Insect Ecology: Come and discover these amazing creatures! We'll grab our insect nest and learn how to collect and identify common spider and insects found through out the island!(May-Oct)
What's in a Tidal Pool?: We'll explore the shore while learning what creatures are found in Nantucket's tidal pools.
Wicked Big Puddles: Put on your wellies and come and explore vernal pools. We'll net critters and view them under microscopes, all while learning the importance of these environments. (April-Sept)
Group Pricing Nantucket Off Island
1 hour program $65 $95
2 hour program $100 $140
3 hour program $175 $225
All program prices are based on a 1 to 15 student MMA teacher ratio. All programs can be conducted in one hour.
To schedule a program please call Darcie Vallant, Director of Education at 508-228-9198 or email.
Looking for a place to stay while on island? We offer housing for groups up to 20. The rate is $25 per person per night. Call 508-228-9198 to book now!
Museum Passes: Have your group visit all the museums at your leisure. Purchase a four punch pass good for one visit to each site:
Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington Street
Natural Science Museum at Hinchman House, 7 Milk Street
Vestal Street Observatory, 1 Vestal Street
Historic Mitchell House, 1 Vestal Street
Available at all sites $10 adult/$8 children
Beside Try-it programs for Brownies, the Nantucket Aquarium also offers many non-badge programs for all Girl Scout levels.
Brownie Try-Its: Eco-Explorers, Science Wonders, Senses, Watching Wildlife, Water Everywhere, & Space Explorer
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Non Badge Programs
Night Discovery: Spend the evening with one of our naturalists to discover the mystery of the night. We’ll do some experiments, learn about nocturnal animals and become more comfortable in the dark.
Marine Ecology Walk: Come and explore the shore. Scouts will be able to collect marine animals using several different methods, identify the creatures and learn about their natural history. (May-September only)
Our Cosmic Neighborhood: Join us for the exploration of our cosmic neighbors. We’ll investigate the planets of our solar system and comets. Scouts will get a tour of Loines Observatory and if the weather cooperates get to view the skies with our telescope.
Getting Ready for Winter: Learn how different animals get ready for the cold. Discover which mammals truly hibernate and conduct an experiment to test the effects of hibernation. (December-February only)
Fossil Fun: Brachiopods, horn corals, bryozoans and more. Find out what a fossil is, make one and then we’ll search for some.
Home Tweet Home: Discover different types of nesting habitats and how birds build detailed nests using their beaks and feet. Then, make your own nest!
Dirty Water: Can you save a pond from pollution? Learn about water pollution and the clean up procedure. Each student will have a pond that they will need to keep clean.
Track It!: Learn what signs animals leave behind. Make a track and play a game that will put your detective skills to work!
Amazing Amphibian: Learn to identify these amazing creatures, through physical characteristics, sounds and hands-on discovery!
Wildlife CSI: Become a wildlife detective by solving a wildlife crime while learning about the natural histories of local animals.
WWE Wildlife Adaptations: To win the WWE students will have to create their own super animal! Each group will have to “buy” adaptations for their animal in order to compete in the habitat battles.
Grossology: Investigate the human body through “gross” experiments.
Spider and Insect Ecology: Come and discover these amazing creatures! We'll grab our insect nest and learn how to collect and identify common spider and insects found through out the island!(May-Oct)
What's in a Tidal Pool?: We'll explore the shore while learning what creatures are found in Nantucket's tidal pools.
Wicked Big Puddles: Put on your wellies and come and explore vernal pools. We'll net critters and view them under microscopes, all while learning the importance of these environments. (April-Sept)
Group Pricing Nantucket Off Island
1 hour program $65 $95
2 hour program $100 $140
3 hour program $175 $225
All program prices are based on a 1 to 15 student MMA teacher ratio. All programs can be conducted in one hour.
To schedule a program please call Darcie Vallant, Director of Education at 508-228-9198 or email.
Looking for a place to stay while on island? We offer housing for groups up to 20. The rate is $25 per person per night. Call 508-228-9198 to book now!
Museum Passes: Have your group visit all the museums at your leisure. Purchase a four punch pass good for one visit to each site:
Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington Street
Natural Science Museum at Hinchman House, 7 Milk Street
Vestal Street Observatory, 1 Vestal Street
Historic Mitchell House, 1 Vestal Street
Available at all sites $10 adult/$8 children
Monday, August 25, 2008
Governor Declares Sept. 27 as Massachusetts Girl Scout Day!
The NEW Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEM) is pleased to announce its first annual membership drive, and are looking for girls in grades k-12 to join and be part of all the fun Girl Scouting has to offer!
Communities throughout Eastern Massachusetts will celebrate their Girl Scout pride this September with new member registration events, green ribbons on the doors of Girl Scouts’ homes, and a proclamation from Governor Patrick declaring Sept. 27th as Girl Scout Day in Massachusetts.
The Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts will have many sign-up events throughout eastern Massachusetts on Saturday, Sept. 27th, and encourage new and current Girl Scouts to attend. Events will take place at the Brockton Rox Baseball Stadium, Weymouth Girl Scout House, Camp Kiwanis in Lynn & many more locations to be announced!
“Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts empowers girls to emerge as leaders, embark on innovative experiences, all the while making friendships to last a lifetime,” said Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts CEO Ruth N. Bramson. “As the premier leadership development organization for girls, we are excited to provide new opportunities for girls to discover a strong sense of self, connect with their community and take action to make a difference in their community.”
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts offers unique programs/events throughout the region that are affordable and enjoyable. There are many exciting opportunities for exploration that foster leadership growth for girls of all interests. GSEM is committed to serving a diverse group of girls from all communities. The Girl Scouts offers a wide array of innovative and fresh activities to appeal to the ever-changing needs and interests of girls as they grow and mature.
To find out more about Girl Scouts, please visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/.
Framingham will host its own registration in October. Details to come.
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About Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts: Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts serves more than 40,000 girl members and 17,000 volunteers living in towns and cities spanning the eastern part of the state from the border of New Hampshire south to the Cape and Islands along the South Coast to Fall River and west to Marlborough. Programs and services are delivered to girls through 28 programs centers in 178 communities in Eastern Massachusetts
Communities throughout Eastern Massachusetts will celebrate their Girl Scout pride this September with new member registration events, green ribbons on the doors of Girl Scouts’ homes, and a proclamation from Governor Patrick declaring Sept. 27th as Girl Scout Day in Massachusetts.
The Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts will have many sign-up events throughout eastern Massachusetts on Saturday, Sept. 27th, and encourage new and current Girl Scouts to attend. Events will take place at the Brockton Rox Baseball Stadium, Weymouth Girl Scout House, Camp Kiwanis in Lynn & many more locations to be announced!
“Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts empowers girls to emerge as leaders, embark on innovative experiences, all the while making friendships to last a lifetime,” said Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts CEO Ruth N. Bramson. “As the premier leadership development organization for girls, we are excited to provide new opportunities for girls to discover a strong sense of self, connect with their community and take action to make a difference in their community.”
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts offers unique programs/events throughout the region that are affordable and enjoyable. There are many exciting opportunities for exploration that foster leadership growth for girls of all interests. GSEM is committed to serving a diverse group of girls from all communities. The Girl Scouts offers a wide array of innovative and fresh activities to appeal to the ever-changing needs and interests of girls as they grow and mature.
To find out more about Girl Scouts, please visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/.
Framingham will host its own registration in October. Details to come.
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About Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts: Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts serves more than 40,000 girl members and 17,000 volunteers living in towns and cities spanning the eastern part of the state from the border of New Hampshire south to the Cape and Islands along the South Coast to Fall River and west to Marlborough. Programs and services are delivered to girls through 28 programs centers in 178 communities in Eastern Massachusetts
Sunday, August 3, 2008
JOINING GIRL SCOUTS: REGISTRATION 101
NOTE: Updated Sept. 2009
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Framingham Girl Scouts is open to girls ages 5-17 (Kindergarten through grade 12).
* The registration year is from October 1 through September 30, but anyone can register at any time throughout the year.
* A parent or guardian signature is required on each girl's registration form.
* The annual membership fee is $12 person (financial aid is available on request). Each individual troop may require an additional fee per meeting or per year.
* Checks should be made payable to Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council.
* Girls are divided into Daisy-Brownie-Junior-Cadet-Senior troops based on age/grade level.
NOTE: Age/grade levels will be changing for the 2009-2010 year, per the national Girl Scout headquarters.
*Girls may join an existing troop, if space is available.
* New troops may form throughout the year, and every effort will be made to place each girl in a troop.
* If no troop is available for a girl, she may register as a "Juliette" Girl Scout. This enables her to attend Framingham-wide events (like roller skating or bowling activities) as well as council events (including camps).
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* Adults/parents who wish to attend a meeting or an event must register as a volunteer with Girl Scouts, including paying the $12 membership fee.
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Framingham Girl Scouts is open to girls ages 5-17 (Kindergarten through grade 12).
* The registration year is from October 1 through September 30, but anyone can register at any time throughout the year.
* A parent or guardian signature is required on each girl's registration form.
* The annual membership fee is $12 person (financial aid is available on request). Each individual troop may require an additional fee per meeting or per year.
* Checks should be made payable to Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council.
* Girls are divided into Daisy-Brownie-Junior-Cadet-Senior troops based on age/grade level.
NOTE: Age/grade levels will be changing for the 2009-2010 year, per the national Girl Scout headquarters.
*Girls may join an existing troop, if space is available.
* New troops may form throughout the year, and every effort will be made to place each girl in a troop.
* If no troop is available for a girl, she may register as a "Juliette" Girl Scout. This enables her to attend Framingham-wide events (like roller skating or bowling activities) as well as council events (including camps).
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* Adults/parents who wish to attend a meeting or an event must register as a volunteer with Girl Scouts, including paying the $12 membership fee.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Limited Too Stores Offers Fashion program for Girl Scouts
NOTE: The parent company of Limited Too stores closed all its stores in early 2009. Many of the store locations became Justice store. Please call Justice to see if they are honoring these Scout programs. Limited Too & Justice stores are under the same corporation.
The Limited Too has joined together with Girl Scouts of the USA to provide enrichment experiences dealing with the fashion industry for Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts.
This is an opportunity for girls to learn more about how and where clothes are assembled, what the design process entails, and how retailing works.
Girl Scout leaders are encouraged to use visits to Limited Too stores to teach girls about careers, money, and business management, as well as about such issues as how fashion reveals cultural diversity and individuality.
After completing their visit, girls will receive a certificate provided by Limited Too.
In addition, an unofficial patch for girls purchased from one of the Girl Scout Shops can be worn on the back of the recognition sash or vest.
Call local Limited Too store for date availability - Natick Collection is closest location to Framingham Girl Scouts
No programs will be offered on Fridays or Saturdays
No programs will be offered in November or December
The Limited Too has joined together with Girl Scouts of the USA to provide enrichment experiences dealing with the fashion industry for Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts.
This is an opportunity for girls to learn more about how and where clothes are assembled, what the design process entails, and how retailing works.
Girl Scout leaders are encouraged to use visits to Limited Too stores to teach girls about careers, money, and business management, as well as about such issues as how fashion reveals cultural diversity and individuality.
After completing their visit, girls will receive a certificate provided by Limited Too.
In addition, an unofficial patch for girls purchased from one of the Girl Scout Shops can be worn on the back of the recognition sash or vest.
Call local Limited Too store for date availability - Natick Collection is closest location to Framingham Girl Scouts
No programs will be offered on Fridays or Saturdays
No programs will be offered in November or December
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
MEANING OF THE DAISY PETALS
Daisy Learning Petals --- girls are given petals when they demonstrate understanding through their words and deeds their true meaning.
Blue Center: Learn the Girl Scout Promise
Light Blue: Honest & Fair
Yellow: Friendly & Helpful
Spring Green: Considerate & Caring Red: Courageous & Strong
Orange: Responsible for what I say and do
Purple: Respect Myself & Others
Magenta: Respect Authority
Green: Use Resources Wisely
Rose: Make the world a better place
Violet: Be a sister to every Girl Scout
Blue Center: Learn the Girl Scout Promise
Light Blue: Honest & Fair
Yellow: Friendly & Helpful
Spring Green: Considerate & Caring Red: Courageous & Strong
Orange: Responsible for what I say and do
Purple: Respect Myself & Others
Magenta: Respect Authority
Green: Use Resources Wisely
Rose: Make the world a better place
Violet: Be a sister to every Girl Scout
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Field Trip & Outing Ideas List
This is a list of field trip & outing options for Framingham Girl Scouts. The list is divided up by geographic areas. (It will be updated regularly.)
For more information on what the location or organization offers Girl Scouts visit the link next to each. Some have information on this blog. Others will refer you to the organization or museum's Web site.
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LOCAL FIELD TRIP & OUTING IDEAS
(Framingham/Natick):
* Framingham Fire Headquarters - 508-620-4942 - call to arrange a troop tour.
* Framingham Library - 508-532-5570 - call to arrange a troop tour
* Framingham High School Drama Productions -- http://framinghamflyers.com/Drama/FHS%20Drama%20Club.htm
* Performing Arts Center of MetroWest -
* Center for the Arts in Natick -
* Framingham Public Access TV Studios - http://fpac.wordpress.com/classes/
* Framingham Police Station - 508-872-1212 - call to arrange a troop tour
* U.S. Post office in Framingham (main branch) - 508-275-8777 - call to see if a troop tour can be arranaged.
* Home Depot workshops - (Natick) - Offers FREE How-to Clinics for Children ages 5-12 the first Saturday of each month between 9 a.m. and noon. For a schedule of projects planned visit: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
* Loring Arena -- Ice Skating
* PETCO - (Natick) Offers 60 and 90 minute FREE field trips (Fur, Feathers & Fins Program) -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/petco-natick-offers-field-trips-for.html
* American Girl at Natick Collection - NEW - opening Nov. 1, 2008
* Limited Too at Natick Collection (fashion program) - http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/07/limited-too-stores-offers-fashion.html
* Whimsy - arts & crafts - (Framingham)
*AC MOORE - (Framingham) - Contact store to see if you can set up a specific workshop or class for your troop.
Michael's - Arts & Crafts programs (Natick) - Special The Knack projects on Saturday mornings for children ages 5-12. Contact store to see if you can set up a specific workshop or class for your troop.
* Danforth Museum of Art - Framingham - Museum offers Try-it, Badge, & Interest workshops to meet Girl Scout handbook requirement. See: http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/danforth-museum-of-art-in-framingham.html
* Plaster Fun Time - Natick - Paint your own pottery store. Group discounts and can work with troops on badge requirements. www.plasterfuntime.com/groups.html
* Build A Bear Workshop - (Natick Collection) - http://www.buildabear.com/
* Garden in the Woods - Framingham - Offers nature & science programming geared to children. May accommodate special programming encores of current offerings for Scout troops and may work with Scout troops to earn specific Try-Its or Badges. Current programming offered: www.newfs.org/learn/children
* Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary - (Natick) - Offers programs which meet requirements for Brownie, Junior, & Cadette badges, among other programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/mass-audubons-broadmoor-wildlife.html
* Natick Community Organic Farm (Natick) - Offers programs for Daisy, Brownie, Junior & Cadette Scouts. Overnight program too. Meets Try-It and Badge requirements. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/natick-community-organic-farm-offers.html
* Belkin Family Lookout Farm - (Natick) - Field trips, tours, hayride, bee observatory, petting zoo, burlap maze, apple & pumpkin picking, U-pick events, etc. www.lookoutfarm.com/group-events/field-trips.asp
* Whole Foods (Framingham) -- Scout tours can focus on geography, the environment, sustainability, and healthy choices. Contact: pirjo.silen@wholefoods.com.
*Comcast IMAX Theatre at Jordan's Furniture - (Natick) - Group discounts on shows. http://www.jordansimax.com/
* Fairway Bowling - (Natick) - 508-653-5820
* Golf on The Village Green - miniature golf - (Natick) - 508-653-4671
METROWEST:
* Girl Scout Museum - Waltham
* Hannaford's Supermarkets (Marlboro & Hudson locations) -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/hannaford-supermarkets-offer-tours-for.html
* Breakneck Hill (Southborough) hiking -
* Rainforest Cafe -- Burlington Mall -
* Tasty Treat & Minature Golf - (Ashland) 508-881-1224
* Great Brook Farm - Carisle - Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Cross-country skiing, etc. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/gbfm.htm
* Gore Place - Waltham. Offers Brownie & Junior badge requirement programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/gore-place-in-waltham-offers-brownie.html
* Orchard House - Concord. Offers Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, and older Scouting programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/orchard-house-in-concord-offers.html
* Fruitlands Museum - Harvard. Offers historical programs. Call for details. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/fruitlands-museum-offers-tours-other.html
* Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History in Weston. Offers prograsm for all Girl Scout Levels. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/spellman-museum-of-stamps-postal.html
GREATER WORCESTER:
* Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/higgins-armory-museum-in-worcester.html
* Davis' Farmland - Sterling. Offers group rates. http://www.davisfarmland.com/new-site/groups.html
* Davis' MegaMaze - Sterling. Open (depending on weather & crop) August through November. Offers group rates. http://www.davisfarmland.com/megamaze/groups.html
GREATER BOSTON:
* Boston Symphony Orchestra -- Spring Classical Musical Family Concerts. Offers tours and can customize a program for a Troop. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/boston-symphony-offers-tours-concerts.html
5W!ts - Boston. Offers Group programs for Scouts. This event presents a mind-bending adventure of sights, sounds, and action. Recommended for Junior level or older. http://www.5-wits.com/groups/yandc.php
* The Boston Rock Gym - Woburn - Offers Rock Climbing programs. Willing to work with Scouts/troops. http://www.bostonrockgym.com/youth_programs.htm
* Boston Duck Tours - Boston. Group rates. www.bostonducktours.com/tickets_main.aspx
* Boston Harbor Islands Tour - Boston. www.nps.gov/boha/forteachers/planafieldtrip.htm
* Boston Movie Tours - Boston. Appropriate for Cadette level or older Scout. Group rates available. http://www.bostonmovietours.net/pages/groupsstudent.html
NORTH SHORE:
* American Textile History Museum in Lowell -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/american-textile-museum-in-lowell.html
* Trapeze School - Reading (at Jordan's Furniture) - Willing to work with Scout Troops - http://boston.trapezeschool.com/
* Salem Witch Museum - Salem - Group rates. http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/about/groups.shtml
* Seven Seas Whale Watch - Gloucester - http://www.7seas-whalewatch.com/
* Wolf Hollow - Ipswich - http://www.wolfhollowipswich.org/
* Wenham Museum - Wenham - Offers Try-It & badge requirement programs. Willing to work with Troops to customize a program for Brownies and older troops. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/wenham-museum-offers-scout-programs.html
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SOUTH SHORE:
* FULLER CRAFT MUSEUM in Brockton -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/fuller-craft-museum-in-brockton-offers.html
* PLIMOUTH PLANTATION -- www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/plimouth-plantation-offer-scouting.html
*Buttonwood Zoo in New Bedford. Offers several group programs. Ask if they can create a program for a specific Try-It or Badge. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/buttonwood-zoo-in-new-bedford-offers.html
*New England Wildlife Center in South Weymouth. Offers Educational and group programs. Ask to have a program created to fit a Try-It or a badge. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/new-england-wildlife-center-in-south.html
* Battleship Cove -- Fall River. Offers Educational programs. http://www.battleshipcove.org/education-schools.htm
CAPE COD & ISLANDS:
* Maria Mitchell Aquarium on Nantucket -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/08/maria-mitchell-aquarium-on-nantucket.html
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NEW ENGLAND:
* Canobie Lake Park -- Offers Discounted Scout Day annually
NOTE: Last updated on 10/21/2008
For more information on what the location or organization offers Girl Scouts visit the link next to each. Some have information on this blog. Others will refer you to the organization or museum's Web site.
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LOCAL FIELD TRIP & OUTING IDEAS
(Framingham/Natick):
* Framingham Fire Headquarters - 508-620-4942 - call to arrange a troop tour.
* Framingham Library - 508-532-5570 - call to arrange a troop tour
* Framingham High School Drama Productions -- http://framinghamflyers.com/Drama/FHS%20Drama%20Club.htm
* Performing Arts Center of MetroWest -
* Center for the Arts in Natick -
* Framingham Public Access TV Studios - http://fpac.wordpress.com/classes/
* Framingham Police Station - 508-872-1212 - call to arrange a troop tour
* U.S. Post office in Framingham (main branch) - 508-275-8777 - call to see if a troop tour can be arranaged.
* Home Depot workshops - (Natick) - Offers FREE How-to Clinics for Children ages 5-12 the first Saturday of each month between 9 a.m. and noon. For a schedule of projects planned visit: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
* Loring Arena -- Ice Skating
* PETCO - (Natick) Offers 60 and 90 minute FREE field trips (Fur, Feathers & Fins Program) -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/petco-natick-offers-field-trips-for.html
* American Girl at Natick Collection - NEW - opening Nov. 1, 2008
* Limited Too at Natick Collection (fashion program) - http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/07/limited-too-stores-offers-fashion.html
* Whimsy - arts & crafts - (Framingham)
*AC MOORE - (Framingham) - Contact store to see if you can set up a specific workshop or class for your troop.
Michael's - Arts & Crafts programs (Natick) - Special The Knack projects on Saturday mornings for children ages 5-12. Contact store to see if you can set up a specific workshop or class for your troop.
* Danforth Museum of Art - Framingham - Museum offers Try-it, Badge, & Interest workshops to meet Girl Scout handbook requirement. See: http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/danforth-museum-of-art-in-framingham.html
* Plaster Fun Time - Natick - Paint your own pottery store. Group discounts and can work with troops on badge requirements. www.plasterfuntime.com/groups.html
* Build A Bear Workshop - (Natick Collection) - http://www.buildabear.com/
* Garden in the Woods - Framingham - Offers nature & science programming geared to children. May accommodate special programming encores of current offerings for Scout troops and may work with Scout troops to earn specific Try-Its or Badges. Current programming offered: www.newfs.org/learn/children
* Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary - (Natick) - Offers programs which meet requirements for Brownie, Junior, & Cadette badges, among other programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/mass-audubons-broadmoor-wildlife.html
* Natick Community Organic Farm (Natick) - Offers programs for Daisy, Brownie, Junior & Cadette Scouts. Overnight program too. Meets Try-It and Badge requirements. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/natick-community-organic-farm-offers.html
* Belkin Family Lookout Farm - (Natick) - Field trips, tours, hayride, bee observatory, petting zoo, burlap maze, apple & pumpkin picking, U-pick events, etc. www.lookoutfarm.com/group-events/field-trips.asp
* Whole Foods (Framingham) -- Scout tours can focus on geography, the environment, sustainability, and healthy choices. Contact: pirjo.silen@wholefoods.com.
*Comcast IMAX Theatre at Jordan's Furniture - (Natick) - Group discounts on shows. http://www.jordansimax.com/
* Fairway Bowling - (Natick) - 508-653-5820
* Golf on The Village Green - miniature golf - (Natick) - 508-653-4671
METROWEST:
* Girl Scout Museum - Waltham
* Hannaford's Supermarkets (Marlboro & Hudson locations) -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/hannaford-supermarkets-offer-tours-for.html
* Breakneck Hill (Southborough) hiking -
* Rainforest Cafe -- Burlington Mall -
* Tasty Treat & Minature Golf - (Ashland) 508-881-1224
* Great Brook Farm - Carisle - Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Cross-country skiing, etc. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/gbfm.htm
* Gore Place - Waltham. Offers Brownie & Junior badge requirement programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/gore-place-in-waltham-offers-brownie.html
* Orchard House - Concord. Offers Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, and older Scouting programs. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/orchard-house-in-concord-offers.html
* Fruitlands Museum - Harvard. Offers historical programs. Call for details. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/fruitlands-museum-offers-tours-other.html
* Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History in Weston. Offers prograsm for all Girl Scout Levels. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/spellman-museum-of-stamps-postal.html
GREATER WORCESTER:
* Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/higgins-armory-museum-in-worcester.html
* Davis' Farmland - Sterling. Offers group rates. http://www.davisfarmland.com/new-site/groups.html
* Davis' MegaMaze - Sterling. Open (depending on weather & crop) August through November. Offers group rates. http://www.davisfarmland.com/megamaze/groups.html
GREATER BOSTON:
* Boston Symphony Orchestra -- Spring Classical Musical Family Concerts. Offers tours and can customize a program for a Troop. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/boston-symphony-offers-tours-concerts.html
5W!ts - Boston. Offers Group programs for Scouts. This event presents a mind-bending adventure of sights, sounds, and action. Recommended for Junior level or older. http://www.5-wits.com/groups/yandc.php
* The Boston Rock Gym - Woburn - Offers Rock Climbing programs. Willing to work with Scouts/troops. http://www.bostonrockgym.com/youth_programs.htm
* Boston Duck Tours - Boston. Group rates. www.bostonducktours.com/tickets_main.aspx
* Boston Harbor Islands Tour - Boston. www.nps.gov/boha/forteachers/planafieldtrip.htm
* Boston Movie Tours - Boston. Appropriate for Cadette level or older Scout. Group rates available. http://www.bostonmovietours.net/pages/groupsstudent.html
NORTH SHORE:
* American Textile History Museum in Lowell -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/09/american-textile-museum-in-lowell.html
* Trapeze School - Reading (at Jordan's Furniture) - Willing to work with Scout Troops - http://boston.trapezeschool.com/
* Salem Witch Museum - Salem - Group rates. http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/about/groups.shtml
* Seven Seas Whale Watch - Gloucester - http://www.7seas-whalewatch.com/
* Wolf Hollow - Ipswich - http://www.wolfhollowipswich.org/
* Wenham Museum - Wenham - Offers Try-It & badge requirement programs. Willing to work with Troops to customize a program for Brownies and older troops. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/wenham-museum-offers-scout-programs.html
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SOUTH SHORE:
* FULLER CRAFT MUSEUM in Brockton -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/fuller-craft-museum-in-brockton-offers.html
* PLIMOUTH PLANTATION -- www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/plimouth-plantation-offer-scouting.html
*Buttonwood Zoo in New Bedford. Offers several group programs. Ask if they can create a program for a specific Try-It or Badge. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/buttonwood-zoo-in-new-bedford-offers.html
*New England Wildlife Center in South Weymouth. Offers Educational and group programs. Ask to have a program created to fit a Try-It or a badge. http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/10/new-england-wildlife-center-in-south.html
* Battleship Cove -- Fall River. Offers Educational programs. http://www.battleshipcove.org/education-schools.htm
CAPE COD & ISLANDS:
* Maria Mitchell Aquarium on Nantucket -- http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/08/maria-mitchell-aquarium-on-nantucket.html
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NEW ENGLAND:
* Canobie Lake Park -- Offers Discounted Scout Day annually
NOTE: Last updated on 10/21/2008
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Girl Scout Friendship Circle
friendship circle represents the unbroken chain of friendship between Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world. They are often formed at the end of a troop meeting, Girl Scout event, or at a campsite. Everyone forms a large circle and each girl crosses her right arm over her left, holding the hands of the girls standing on both sides of her. A designated person starts the squeeze, which is then gently passed from hand to hand around the whole circle.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
GIRL SCOUT MOTTO & SLOGAN
The Girl Scout Motto: "Be prepared."
The motto reminds girls to be prepared to help others in need in their community and around the world.
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The Girl Scout Slogan: "Do a good turn daily."
In the early days of Scouting, girls tied a knot in their neckerchiefs. They could not untie the knot until a good deed was accomplished.
Today, the slogan is a reminder of the many ways girls can contribute to the lives of others.
The motto reminds girls to be prepared to help others in need in their community and around the world.
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The Girl Scout Slogan: "Do a good turn daily."
In the early days of Scouting, girls tied a knot in their neckerchiefs. They could not untie the knot until a good deed was accomplished.
Today, the slogan is a reminder of the many ways girls can contribute to the lives of others.
GIRL SCOUT SIGN
The Girl Scout sign or salute is shown by raising the middle three fingers of your right hand while holding down the little finger with your thumb.
The sign is used when reciting the Girl Scout promise.
The sign is used when reciting the Girl Scout promise.
Monday, June 30, 2008
GIRL SCOUT LAW & PROMISE
The Girl Scout Promise and Law are shared by every member of Girl Scouting. The Girl Scout Promise is the way Girl Scouts agree to act every day toward one another and other people, and the Law outlines a way to act towards one another and the world.
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The Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
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The Girl Scout Law
I will do my best to be
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong, and
be responsible for what I say and do,
and to
respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place, and
be a sister to every Girl Scout.
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The Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
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The Girl Scout Law
I will do my best to be
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong, and
be responsible for what I say and do,
and to
respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place, and
be a sister to every Girl Scout.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
FIELD TRIP & OUTING REQUIREMENTS
There are many wonderful opportunities for Girl Scout Troop field trips/outings in Framingham, MetroWest, Boston, Worcester, Eastern Massachusetts Council area, and Cetral Massachusetts Council area. (As this Web site grows, lists of Field Trip/outings areas for each area will be created.)
The Eastern Massachusetts Council partners with several museums and organization to offer special outings. Check this site often for these postings.
When booking a field trip or an outing for your Troop, make sure to collect permission slips for each child. Keep safety wise ratios in mind (adult & child ratio).
Many Council events limit the number of adults who can attend a sponsored outing.
Also any adult who attends as a chaperone, must be a registered volunteer with Girl Scouts.
Troop leaders are also required to file a Troop Activity (TAR) application. Make sure to file the application at least a week before the event/outing. Not filling timely may result in a non-approval.
Most field trips/outings require each Troop to have a first aider; some may require a troop camper and a lifeguard.
The Eastern Massachusetts Council partners with several museums and organization to offer special outings. Check this site often for these postings.
When booking a field trip or an outing for your Troop, make sure to collect permission slips for each child. Keep safety wise ratios in mind (adult & child ratio).
Many Council events limit the number of adults who can attend a sponsored outing.
Also any adult who attends as a chaperone, must be a registered volunteer with Girl Scouts.
Troop leaders are also required to file a Troop Activity (TAR) application. Make sure to file the application at least a week before the event/outing. Not filling timely may result in a non-approval.
Most field trips/outings require each Troop to have a first aider; some may require a troop camper and a lifeguard.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Framingham Encampment INFO - payment & form Due June 1, 2008
FRAMINGHAM TOWNWIDE ENCAMPMENT
AT CAMP CEDAR HILL, WALTHAM, MA
Framingham Girl Scouts are having a Townwide Encampment. An Encampment is where the town has an entire GSEM Camp or a major share of it for the weekend. All Girls Scout Troops in the town are invited to attend. Here is the information about the encampment
Where: Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, MA
When: September 19 thru September 21, 2008
Check-in: 5:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Girl Scout Level: All
Cost: $80.00per troop for the weekend. This includes all campsite rentals and all activities for the weekend. Each troop is responsible for their own food.
If interested please return the form with full payment by June 1, 2008. Mail form and check made out to the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts to Helena Siciliano 3 Patricia Road, Framingham, MA. Any questions please call Helena at 508-877-7902. If your troop does not have a troop camper we maybe able to supply one. Campsites will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Camp Cedar Hill has heated cabins and flush toilets
NOTE: Daisies will be able to attend for the day on Saturday. Daisies will be responsible for supplying their own meals.
So that as many girls as possible can attend the number of adults that can attend will be limited to what is required by Safety Wise. If your troop would like additional adults please indicate this on the form and your troop will be contacted if there is space available for additional female adults.
Also, if there is a nurse in your troop that would like to volunteer for the encampment please let us know.
Leader’s Name:____________________ Leader’s Phone:__________
Troop Camper:___________________ Expected Arrival Time:_____
First Aider:__________________ Troop Number:___________
Number of Girls Attending__________ Number of Adults Attending:__
School:___________________ Grade:____
Please indicate either a cabin or platform tent:_______________________
AT CAMP CEDAR HILL, WALTHAM, MA
Framingham Girl Scouts are having a Townwide Encampment. An Encampment is where the town has an entire GSEM Camp or a major share of it for the weekend. All Girls Scout Troops in the town are invited to attend. Here is the information about the encampment
Where: Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, MA
When: September 19 thru September 21, 2008
Check-in: 5:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Girl Scout Level: All
Cost: $80.00per troop for the weekend. This includes all campsite rentals and all activities for the weekend. Each troop is responsible for their own food.
If interested please return the form with full payment by June 1, 2008. Mail form and check made out to the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts to Helena Siciliano 3 Patricia Road, Framingham, MA. Any questions please call Helena at 508-877-7902. If your troop does not have a troop camper we maybe able to supply one. Campsites will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Camp Cedar Hill has heated cabins and flush toilets
NOTE: Daisies will be able to attend for the day on Saturday. Daisies will be responsible for supplying their own meals.
So that as many girls as possible can attend the number of adults that can attend will be limited to what is required by Safety Wise. If your troop would like additional adults please indicate this on the form and your troop will be contacted if there is space available for additional female adults.
Also, if there is a nurse in your troop that would like to volunteer for the encampment please let us know.
Leader’s Name:____________________ Leader’s Phone:__________
Troop Camper:___________________ Expected Arrival Time:_____
First Aider:__________________ Troop Number:___________
Number of Girls Attending__________ Number of Adults Attending:__
School:___________________ Grade:____
Please indicate either a cabin or platform tent:_______________________
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