Framingham Scouts Science Brownie Try-it & Junior Badge Workshop

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The Legend of Sleep Hollow Program at OSV on Saturday, Nov. 6

OSV Scout Day: “The Legend of Sleepy HollowLives on … in 1830”
Saturday, November 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Old Sturbridge Village
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This fall event is for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and their families who want to learn about America’s past. It was in 1820 that Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was first published, thrilling audiences with its mystery, action, and horror! This ghoulish short story tells the tale of a Hessian soldier who comes back to haunt a small rural community while looking for the head that he lost during a Revolutionary War battle.
Learn about this tale and its time through storytelling, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
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Program Levels: Daisies through Ambassadors, and Juliette Scouts in grades K-12
Sign-up by: November 5
Cost: $7 per Scout ($10 includes patch) $7 per Leader and adult volunteer (NOTE: only 1 adult per Scout. Additional adults are $20.)
To Register: Visit www.osv.org or contact Kathy Kime at 508-347-0335.
There is no minimum or maximum required for this event.

Daisy Workshop on Nov. 13 in Worcester

Treasured Earth on Saturday, November 13, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Worcester Art Museum.
See how artists have treasured our natural world in centuries of paintings. In the studio, use recycled resources to create and decorate a box for your own treasures. Have fun exploring the galleries and making art in the museum’s studios.
This program can go towards the green Learning Petal (Use ResourcesWisely) and fits nicely into to the Earth and Sky Daisy Journey.
Program includes a custom tailored, 30-minute guided tour followed by a 90-minute creative studio activity.

Program Level: Daisies & Juliette Scouts in K & 1
Cost: $20 per Daisy
To Register: Contact Worcester Art Museum (Education Dept) at 508-793-4333.
Registration will remain open until full or 2 weeks prior to the event.
A minimum of 7 girls is required for each program, with a maximum of 40 girls per program. Registration is open to groups and individuals attending with an adult.

Craft & Game Jamboree for Scouts on Nov. 6 in Easton

A Craft & Game Jamboree for Girls
GET BALANCED. This program is open to the children of adult participants who attend the Adult Learning Conferences. Girls will make and take home crafts, play games, and more!
Be sure to sign yourself up for one of the conferences in November and sign your daughter up for this terrific fun-filled day. Adults and girls will eat together. Lunch included in cost.

When: Nov 06, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Program Level: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette
Where: Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High, 250 Foundry St., South Easton
Cost: $12 per Scout and $10 per leader or adult volunteer.

Bubbles Workshop for Daisy Scouts in Dorchester on Tuesday, Nov. 2

Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles (Super Patch)
GET SMART. Girls will have a bubbly-blast at this action packed, fun-filled program. Based on science, expressed through creative bubble activities, bubble-builds and even some pretty, bubblicious artwork. Your girls will surely be floating on air after this program!

When, Tuesday, Nov 2 from 10;30 a.m. to Noon.
NOTE: Framingham Public Schools are closed on Tuesday, Nov. 2
Program Level: Daisy & Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1
Where: Grove Hall Branch Library, 41 Geneva, Ave., Dorchester, MA 02121
Cost: $9 per Daisy.
Leaders and safety-wise adults are FREE.

To register visit the GSEM Web site, click on programs. Registration & payment can be completed online.

Framingham Roller Skating Night - Monday, Nov. 1

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULIETTE GORDON LOW
DATE: Monday, November 1st
(Note: FPS has no school on Nov. 2)
TIME: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Roller Kingdom, Hudson 978-562-3440
Come join your fellow Framingham Girl Scouts as we share cupcakes & sing "Happy Birthday" to Juliette!

Cost: $6 per Scout (Participation Patch included in the price)
Pay this to reserve your spot.

Leaders & Adults within safety-wise limits FREE. Over Safety-wise limits must pay $6.

($3 additional for skates – pay this at the door.)
Scouts & adult may bring their own inline skates.


REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TUESDAY, OCT. 19
Registration is confirmed with a check made payable to "Framingham Girl Scouts"

FOOD: Troops may bring a plate of cupcakes or a cake to share. Please do not bring any other food or drinks. It is not allowed! Roller Kingdom food counter will sell pizza, hot dogs, drinks, and snacks at any additional cost.

Please Note: This is a troop event. Chaperones MUST be limited to safetywise ratios. Additional adult will be charged $6. NO SIBLINGS!

Directions: Take Rt. 495 north to exit 26 (Rt 62 east). Just before the Dodge dealership watch for signs on the right. Or take Rt. 85 north to Rt. 62 west and it is just after the Dodge dealership.

EVENT COORDINATOR: Colleen Burnham: colleenunique@...

REGISTRATION NIGHT: Tuesday, Oct 19 at Plymouth Church from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Print out this form & BRING to Registration.

If you cannot make registration, please contact Colleen to make other arrangements. Deadline to register is TUESDAY, OCT. 19! NO EXCEPTIONS!

Troop #: _________________

Level: D B J C S A

Leader Name: ________________________ Phone: ___________________

First Aider: __________________________ Exp. Date: ________________

# Girls: _________________ Total Enclosed: _____________

# Adults: ___________

Make check payable: Framingham Girl Scouts

Annie Performance for Girl Scouts at Wheelock Family Theatre on Oct. 23

Wheelock Family Theatre: Annie. GET BALANCED.
The classic American musical illuminating the disparity between rich and poor. GSEM offers premium tickets at a discount, including a pre-show drama workshop, post-show Q&A with members of the cast and a study guide for troop volunteers.
Girls receive WFT Partner button for a free admission to a future performance.

When: Oct. 23, 1:45 to 6 p.m.
Program Level: All, including Juliettes from K-12
Category: Creative Arts
Location: Wheelock Family Theater, 20 The Riverway,
Boston, MA 02215
Cost: $25 per Scout and $25 per Leader or adult volunteer.

Several of the other dates have already sold out, so registered ASAP for this program.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, and click on programs. You can pre-pay for this online.

Scout & Family Fun Festival on Thursday, Oct. 21 in Mansfield

Family Fun Festival
It's S'More Fun with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts!
Girls and their families are invited to participate in this free Welcome Week event.
Create and eat your own edible fire Make and fly paper airplanes while learning about travel destinations Fashion a bracelet out of recyclable materials Learn about the Sundown Sing-Along, Museum of Science Overnights, Animal Tracks, Funky Fabrication, Kitty Tales and more! Bring a friend!

When: Thursday, Oct 21, 6 to 8 p.m.
(Note: This is an early release day for Framingham Elementary.)
Program Level: All levels or Juliettes in grades K-12
Category: Outdoor Adventures Camp, Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math, Creative Arts Location: Robinson Elementary School Cafeteria, 245 East St., Mansfield
Cost: Free for Scouts, Leaders & adults.

Princess Ettie Quette Royal Ice Cream Extravaganza on Oct. 27 in Norton for Daisy & Brownie Scouts

Princess Ettie Quette: The Royal Ice Cream Extravaganza!
GET BALANCED
Be a Princess of Mannersville and learn techniques one must have to run her own country. Practice elegant eating, greeting, and conversation. Learn the basic skills of how to have perfect table manners while eating ice-cream with your favorite toppings (Alternatives will be provided).
Manners Try-It or Daisy petal and tiara included.

When: Oct 27, 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Program Level: Daisy, Brownie and Juliettes in grades K-3
Category: Leadership
Location: TBD, Norton, Massachusetts
Cost: $12 per Scout. Adult volunteers and leader are free.
Please adhere to safety-wise rules. Adults are expected to help.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, and click on programs. Parents can register and pre-pay online.

Girl Scout Night at the Ringling Bros Circus - Oct 15

TROOPS,

I have made arrangements for Framingham Girl Scouts to receive DISCOUNTED tickets with Ringling Bros Circus on Friday night, Oct 15.
Show starts at 7 p.m. There likely will be a pre-show event as this has been declared Girl Scout Night. (As soon as I have more details, I will post.)

Cost is $15.75 per ticket per Scout.
Seats are in Loge 8 - rows 20-24.
(Loge tickets are selling for $25 & $30 plus fees at Ticketmaster.)

Tickets will be given out on a first come, first serve basis.
There are 30 tickets available.

NOTE: Parents & siblings may attend at the Scout price of $15.75 each.

Event is open to all Girl Scout levels - Daisy through Ambassador.

Juliette Scouts may also attend with a guardian/parent.

Please e-mail me with how many tickets your Troop would like.
Deadline to reserve tickets is Friday, Sept 24.
Payment is due by Monday, Oct 4.
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS!


E-mail me with any questions.
Susan Scully Petroni
Town Coordinator
Framingham Girl Scouts
www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com

Framingham Scouts to Hold Science Workshops on Sunday, Oct 3

Girl Scout Science Workshop
Sponsored by the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts


Place: St. Bridget School Hall, Worcester Road (Rte 9) Eastbound, Framingham,
Date: Sunday, Octoter 3, 2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
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)

Juliette Scouts may also register

Cadettes and Seniors who volunteer are free & will receive a Participation Patch
Leaders & Adult volunteers are free
Checks payable: Town of Framingham Girl Scouts

Contact Person for the event: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@...

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)

Participation Patch: all girls attending will receive a Participation Patch design TBA

Schedule:
1:30-1:40 Check-In, Announcements, Girl Scout Promise
1:40-3:15 Workshops set up at tables, possible break taken for speakers TBA

Volunteer Opportunity: We are looking for about 20 volunteers: Adults, Ambassadors, Seniors, and Cadettes. 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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Please return the bottom portion with your payment: c/o Mary Ann Sager, 6 Gryzboska Cir., Framingham, MA 01702 Deadline: Friday, September 24. No money at the door!

Troop #: ___________________ Level: D B J C S

Leader: ___________________ Phone: _____________ e-mail: __________________

# Girls Attending: ____________
*Please keep number of adults to GSEM SAFETY RULES.

Total Amount enclosed: $______________ (Make check payable to: Town of Framingham Girl Scouts)

_____ Yes, we can volunteer:

Name __________________
Phone: ________________
(please list additional names on the back)

One town-wide Troop/Service Unit Activity Application will be sent for this event.

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Leaders: This page briefly summarizes the workshops planned. Information was taken from the Brownie Try-It book and the Junior Badge book.

Brownie Try-It = Science in Action (pg. 126)
1. 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
2. Weird Glop – observe the difference between solid/liquid/gas, discuss how some things can be only one or all these (i.e. water)
3. Balloon Blowing – they will blow up a balloon without using their own breath - with baking soda and vinegar – discuss how that works
4. 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)
1. 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
2. Light and Reflection – make a simple kaleidoscope – which relies on reflected light to create its special effects
3. 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
4. See What? – how is your brain challenged by optical illusions
5. 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
6. 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

Friday, May 21 Deadline to Register Troop for Framingham Bridging Ceremony

Friday, May 21 is the deadline to register your Troop in the Town-Wide Bridging Ceremony.

RSVP to spetroni@rcn.com
Please include in e-mail:
leader's name
leader's contact
Troop #
Scout level
number of Scouts in Troop

Town-Wide Bridging
Sunday, June 6
Where: UCC Conference Center, off Salem End Road
5 p.m. Ceremony
Rehearsal: 4:30 p.m.
NOTE: This is an outdoor venue

Once a Troop has responded they will participate, all other information will be e-mailed or posted on the Yahoo leader site, not on this Web site.

A Bridging PLAN, along with roles for each Troops and volunteer opportunities for all Scout levels, will go out this weekend - no later than Sunday, May 23.

For additional information on bridging requirements and this town-wide ceremony, leaders should visit the Yahoo leader group!

Finally, I want to say a huge thank you to Natasha, who was able to secure the UCC Conference Center at a FABULOUS rate for the Framingham Girl Scouts!!

- Susan Scully Petroni
Program & Media Manager

Drumlin Farm Event for Daisies, Brownies and Junior Scouts on May 1

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Food For Thought event at Drumlin farm in Lincoln for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts on Saturday, May 1. There are 2 sessions 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
Explore fields, gardens, barns and trails as you discover life on this local farm. Work with Teacher Naturalists as they engage in daily chores and other related activities. Learn how and why we grow and raise what we do and the journey of farm animals and crops to your home. Enjoy a hayride and taste some farm fresh treats!
This program will satisfy requirements towards Try-Its and Badges, but they are not included in the registration fees.
This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Juliette Scouts may also register.
Event # 4766
Registration fee is $8 per Scout and $8 per Leader or adult volunteer.
Registration will end on April 23 or at 50 Scouts.
To register visit the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Web site. Fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Girl Scout Day At Roger Williams Zoo on Saturday, May 8

Calling all Scouts! Spend an adventurous day at the Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, Rhode island with fellow Girl Scouts on Saturday, May 8.
Participate in interactive stations that will help you to complete a variety of badge requirements while you’re surrounded by a zoo full of fascinating animals. Meet special guest presenters, zoo staff and some very cool critters.
Souvenir patch is included!
Registration fee is $14 per Scout. Leaders and adults are $10.
Pre-registration is required and payment is due upon registration.
Registration deadline is April 19. There will be a late fee of $5 per scout after that date.
Sorry, no refunds.
Registration forms www.rwpzoo.org and by mail.
For more information, call Jen at 401-785-3510 ext. 352 or e-mail at jkarow@rwpzoo.org

Daisy Scout Day at the Museum of Science on Saturday, May 1

It's Daisy Scout Day at the Museum of Science Boston on Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. This special program is sponsored by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council.
Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must register with an adult.
PROGRAM: Get Balanced. Do some fun science experiments, make a puppet, take a break for lunch (on your own) then explore the exhibit halls. This program introduces Daisies to science in a fun and interactive way.
Adults are free ONLY at Safety-Wise ratios.
Registration fee is $23 per Scout.
Registration deadline will occur when the maximum number of Scouts have registered or about 2 weeks prior to the event (about April 16)
To register visit the Council Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Ice Chips Show Deadline is March, 29

See National, World, & Olympic figure skaters at the Ice Chips show on Saturday, April 10 at 1 p.m. at Harvard University. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEM) has partnered with Ice Chips for discounted tickets at just $10. Family members may attend with Scouts.
GET BALANCED Local National competitors and World and Olympic guest skaters will perform with a cast of 100, including Girl Scouts from GSEM.
Girl Scouts can join the skaters for a meet-and-greet immediately after the show.
Parking available for a fee.
Registration deadline is March 29.
Tickets must be picked up at a GSEM office, e-mail Martha Bezzat, mbezzat@girlscoutseasternmass.org, with choice for pick-up location (Waltham, N.Andover, Boston, Middleboro).
The event is for all Scout levels from Daisy to Ambassador. Juliette Scouts in grades K-12 may also register.
The event will be at Harvard University, Bright Hockey Center, 79 North Harvard St.,
Cambridge.

Cinco de Mayo Daisy Program on May 2 in Waltham

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Cinco de Mayo event for Daisy Scouts at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham from 2 to 4 p.m. on May 2.
Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts can attend. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Get Real. Vamanos! Learn some Spanish words and play some Mexican games. Make a craft to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Adults are expected to help.
Registration fee is $10.50 per Scouts. Adults are free.
Registration deadline is about 2 weeks prior to the event, although space could fill up before that date.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, click on programs, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Cinco de Mayo Event on May for Daisies in Andover

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Cinco de Mayo event for Daisy Scouts at Camp Maude Eaton in Andover from 10 a.m. to noon on May 1. Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts can attend. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Get Real. Vamanos! Learn some Spanish words and play some Mexican games. Make a craft to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Adults are expected to help.
Registration fee is $10.50 per Scouts. Adults are free.
Registration deadline is about 2 weeks prior to the event, although space could fill up before that date.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, click on programs, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Wild Women Weekend Overnight on June 12-13

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Wild Women Weekend for all Scout levels at Camp Bonnie Brae in East Otis from 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 12 to Sunday, June 13 at 10 a.m. Juliette Scouts may also register.
PROGRAM: Girls and women only - join us at CBB for a WILD weekend. We'll have a mix of adventurous activities like boating and a visit to the challenge course, but you'll also get the chance to pamper yourself a bit at our "camp spa."
The evening will not be complete until we get our groove on to some wildly wonderful karaoke!! This weekend is for girls and their mother, aunts, grandmothers, troops, and all female Girl Scouts that want to have a WILD time at camp!
Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.For Groups & Girls w/ Adult
Event #4825
Registration cost is $35 per PERSON.
Registration will end when 120 people have registered or on May 24.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, pre-pay with a credit card.

Sundown Safari at Southwick's Zoo on May 22 for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts

Sundown Safari Program for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts at Southwick's zoo in Mendon on Saturday night, May 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades K-5 may also register for this special program by the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council.

PROGRAM: Zoo staff will guide you through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. Scouts will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats.
Bring your flashlights!
This event is for Troops and Individual Scouts. Troops must adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event #4808
Registration cost is $20 per Scout and $20 per leader & adult volunteer.
Registration will end when 80 Scouts have registered or on April 23.
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org.