"Ours is a circle of friendships united by ideals."
-- Juliette Gordon Low
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Booth Sale Opportunity: Sell Girl Scout Cookies at Natick Service plaza on MassPike
Exciting news!! Girl Scouts have been invited to have cookie booth sales at the Natick Service Plaza on the Eastbound MassPike for the next three weekends!
These dates will be assigned as part of the council-organized booth sale program, and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.
Details: Booth Sale shifts are available from 10am-3pm on the following days:
Saturday March 14, 21, and 28
Sunday March 15 and 22
Troops will be able to set up by one or both entrances to the Natick Service Plaza on the eastbound side of the Mass Turnpike.
You may set up right outside the doors if the weather is nice, or just inside if it is inclement. Please do not block entrance/exit doors and keep all personal belongings secured and out of the way of traffic (both pedestrian and vehicular).
If you would like to reserve a spot, please e-mail cookieboothsale@girlscoutseasternmass.org with your troop number, requested date(s), and troop contact name, e-mail, and phone number. Please provide alternate dates if possible.
Please contact me if you have questions.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Deb Shea
Administrative Assistant, Product Sales
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
95 Berkeley Street, Boston , MA 02116
Phone 617 482-1078 x 5323 Fax 617 482-9045
dshea@girlscoutseasternmass.org
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These dates will be assigned as part of the council-organized booth sale program, and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.
Details: Booth Sale shifts are available from 10am-3pm on the following days:
Saturday March 14, 21, and 28
Sunday March 15 and 22
Troops will be able to set up by one or both entrances to the Natick Service Plaza on the eastbound side of the Mass Turnpike.
You may set up right outside the doors if the weather is nice, or just inside if it is inclement. Please do not block entrance/exit doors and keep all personal belongings secured and out of the way of traffic (both pedestrian and vehicular).
If you would like to reserve a spot, please e-mail cookieboothsale@girlscoutseasternmass.org with your troop number, requested date(s), and troop contact name, e-mail, and phone number. Please provide alternate dates if possible.
Please contact me if you have questions.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Deb Shea
Administrative Assistant, Product Sales
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
95 Berkeley Street, Boston , MA 02116
Phone 617 482-1078 x 5323 Fax 617 482-9045
dshea@girlscoutseasternmass.org
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QUOTE: Enduring Lesson From Girl Scout Years
"I think the most enduring lesson I was taught through my experiences of being a Girl Scout was that I was a member of a larger community. I out-grew my uniforms and badges years ago, but the memories of visiting nursing homes or organizing Earth Day tree plantings or my summers camping with girls from all different backgrounds will stay with me always."
Natalie Merchant
Musician & Girl Scout Alumna
Thanks to the Virginia Girl Scouts Web Site for the quote.
Natalie Merchant
Musician & Girl Scout Alumna
Thanks to the Virginia Girl Scouts Web Site for the quote.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Celebrate National Girl Scout Week with a Quote from Its Founder
In honor of National Girl Scout Week, I'll post a few quotes about Girl Scouting and its founder Juliette Gordon Low.
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"The work of today is the history of tomorrow, and we are its makers."
-- Juliette Gordon Low
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"The work of today is the history of tomorrow, and we are its makers."
-- Juliette Gordon Low
Friday, March 6, 2009
NEW COUNCIL Requirements for Troop Camper and Troop First Aider
FROM GSEM COUNCIL:
Beginning September 1, 2009, troops will be required to have separate adults as First Aider and Troop Camper on while camping.
For safety reasons, GSEM is urging Troops to comply with this now.
At encampments, please consider sharing certified adults among troops if you do not have an adult for a position in your troop.
First Aiders will focus on attending to sick or injured children, while Troop Campers are continue the camp program safely with the rest of the girls.
See Basic Troop Camping and First Aid training dates.
Beginning September 1, 2009, troops will be required to have separate adults as First Aider and Troop Camper on while camping.
For safety reasons, GSEM is urging Troops to comply with this now.
At encampments, please consider sharing certified adults among troops if you do not have an adult for a position in your troop.
First Aiders will focus on attending to sick or injured children, while Troop Campers are continue the camp program safely with the rest of the girls.
See Basic Troop Camping and First Aid training dates.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
IT's YOUR WORLD - CHANGE IT! --- Facts on the New Girl Scout Leadership Journeys
Girl Scouts USA (GSUSA) has unveiled a series of Leadership Journeys for Girl Scouts. Each Journey is a coordinated series of activities grouped around a single theme and delivered over a period of time.
**Each journey is tied to some of Girl Scouts' 15 national outcomes for girls, as defined in the Girl Scout Leadership Model.
**These outcomes are integral to the three leadership keys - Discover, Connect & Take Action.
** GSUSA unveiled one leadership journey for each grade level.
** These initial journeys invite girls to explore a specific leadership theme for their level.
** Subsequent journeys will layer on more multidisciplinary content, like science and technology, healthy living, and the outdoors.
** This first series of journeys, It's Your World—Change It!, is summarized below.
Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden -- In this journey for kindergartners and first-graders, a favorite pastime—gardening— meets the Girl Scout Law. The result is a storybook world of flowers and little girls who, together, do great things. Girl Scout Daisies will especially enjoy meeting the colorful, global characters who teach them to live the Girl Scout Law. The adult "how-to" guide offers Garden Story Time tips, key ideas for garden projects, and all the Girl Scout history and traditions needed for an adventure starring Amazing Daisy, a new flower friend for Girl Scout Daisies.
Brownie Quest: Follow the Trails... of the ELF Adventure and the Three Keys -- What are the most important keys for a Girl Scout to own? This quest, which has second- and third-graders traveling along two colorful trails—one they can enjoy on their own and one they explore with their Girl Scout group—answers that question in a very special way. On this quest, Girl Scout Brownies will meet three new friends and a bright and shining elf—in a brand new Brownie story meant to inspire their own Take Action projects. The accompanying adult guide offers all the tips needed to create and maintain a sense of fun and mystery along the entire quest. Instructions for a Brownie Brainstorm, Brownie Team Trade, and other activities ensure a quality and fun time for the girls.
Agent of ChangePower: In this journey, there's a whole spiral of it waiting for Girl Scout Juniors. This powerful journey is filled with ceremonies and circles, real-life heroines, and special new characters, including the fashion-savvy spider named Dez. Along the way, girls learn how their own power combines into team power and then moves out to become community power (kind of like how Dez weaves her web from the inside out). The journey's centerpiece is a comic story of girl heroines who will inspire the real-life Girl Scout Juniors as they take action to improve their own community.
aMAZE: The Twists and Turns of Getting AlongLife is a maze of relationships, and this journey has Girl Scout Cadettes maneuvering through all its twists and turns to find true friendships, plenty of confidence, and even peace. The adult guide offers tips for talking about relationship issues with girls, and pointers for understanding Girl Scout Cadettes' development and creating a safe, welcoming space.
GIRLtopia: Toward an Ideal World for Girls -- Girl Scout Seniors know the world is not ideal. This journey is their chance to imagine a perfect world—for girls. They're invited to create their vision as an art project—in any medium of their choice. Then they'll take action to make their vision a reality. Leaders, after all, are visionaries!
Your Voice, Your World: The Power of Advocacy -- How often have you seen something that really needed to be changed and wondered, "Why isn't someone doing something about that?" This journey gives Girl Scout Ambassadors a way to be that someone—an advocate with the power to start the first flutter of real and lasting change. While creating their own "butterfly effect," they'll gain an array of skills—such as networking, planning, and learning to speak up for what they believe—that will benefit them as they prepare for life beyond high school.
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**Each journey is tied to some of Girl Scouts' 15 national outcomes for girls, as defined in the Girl Scout Leadership Model.
**These outcomes are integral to the three leadership keys - Discover, Connect & Take Action.
** GSUSA unveiled one leadership journey for each grade level.
** These initial journeys invite girls to explore a specific leadership theme for their level.
** Subsequent journeys will layer on more multidisciplinary content, like science and technology, healthy living, and the outdoors.
** This first series of journeys, It's Your World—Change It!, is summarized below.
Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden -- In this journey for kindergartners and first-graders, a favorite pastime—gardening— meets the Girl Scout Law. The result is a storybook world of flowers and little girls who, together, do great things. Girl Scout Daisies will especially enjoy meeting the colorful, global characters who teach them to live the Girl Scout Law. The adult "how-to" guide offers Garden Story Time tips, key ideas for garden projects, and all the Girl Scout history and traditions needed for an adventure starring Amazing Daisy, a new flower friend for Girl Scout Daisies.
Brownie Quest: Follow the Trails... of the ELF Adventure and the Three Keys -- What are the most important keys for a Girl Scout to own? This quest, which has second- and third-graders traveling along two colorful trails—one they can enjoy on their own and one they explore with their Girl Scout group—answers that question in a very special way. On this quest, Girl Scout Brownies will meet three new friends and a bright and shining elf—in a brand new Brownie story meant to inspire their own Take Action projects. The accompanying adult guide offers all the tips needed to create and maintain a sense of fun and mystery along the entire quest. Instructions for a Brownie Brainstorm, Brownie Team Trade, and other activities ensure a quality and fun time for the girls.
Agent of ChangePower: In this journey, there's a whole spiral of it waiting for Girl Scout Juniors. This powerful journey is filled with ceremonies and circles, real-life heroines, and special new characters, including the fashion-savvy spider named Dez. Along the way, girls learn how their own power combines into team power and then moves out to become community power (kind of like how Dez weaves her web from the inside out). The journey's centerpiece is a comic story of girl heroines who will inspire the real-life Girl Scout Juniors as they take action to improve their own community.
aMAZE: The Twists and Turns of Getting AlongLife is a maze of relationships, and this journey has Girl Scout Cadettes maneuvering through all its twists and turns to find true friendships, plenty of confidence, and even peace. The adult guide offers tips for talking about relationship issues with girls, and pointers for understanding Girl Scout Cadettes' development and creating a safe, welcoming space.
GIRLtopia: Toward an Ideal World for Girls -- Girl Scout Seniors know the world is not ideal. This journey is their chance to imagine a perfect world—for girls. They're invited to create their vision as an art project—in any medium of their choice. Then they'll take action to make their vision a reality. Leaders, after all, are visionaries!
Your Voice, Your World: The Power of Advocacy -- How often have you seen something that really needed to be changed and wondered, "Why isn't someone doing something about that?" This journey gives Girl Scout Ambassadors a way to be that someone—an advocate with the power to start the first flutter of real and lasting change. While creating their own "butterfly effect," they'll gain an array of skills—such as networking, planning, and learning to speak up for what they believe—that will benefit them as they prepare for life beyond high school.
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WAGGGS Pin Ceremony
I looked through My Girl Scout bin after the discussion at Tuesday's leader meeting and I found this handout on WAGGGS Pin Ceremonies that I received during training.
It is posted below so Troop leaders can do with their girls...
(If any other leaders have Ceremonies to share with Framingham Leaders, please e-mail me and I'll post here at http://www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/)
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This ceremony, which can be used on Thinking Day or during national Girl Scout Week, is a nice way to explain the meaning of the WAGGGS pin to new Girl Scouts.
To do this ceremony, you'll need:
felt cutout of the WAGGGS pin, which one can make from blue and yellow felt.
a large yellow circle
a slightly smaller blue circle (so that when you put the blue circle on top of the yellow circle, there's the yellow border outside of it)
yellow felt cutouts of the trefoil and the fire symbol at the base of the trefoil, the two stars and the compass needle.
.
To start: All participants stand in a horseshoe.
Somewhere, have a table or felt board available for the construction of the pin as the ceremony proceeds.
Leader: The horseshoe formation symbolizes the open friendship circle. In the open end of the horseshoe stand our sister Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world. If they were actually here, our horseshoe would become a completed circle, having no beginning or end.
Series of Q&As
As the questions are asked, have a Scout come forward and place the part of the pin they asked about on the felt board.
What is the world pin?
It is the pin of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. We are going to construct such a pin. As we do, let us consider very carefully the reason for its color and design. Then we will know how deep a feeling of international friendship it can inspire in it.
What does the gold circle around the edge stand for?
The gold band surrounding our pin symbolizes the sun that shines on children all over the world.
Why is the world pin blue?
The blue background symbolizes the sky above us, all over the world.
Why do we have a trefoil in the World pin?
The gold trefoil is the sign of Girl Scouting and Girl Guiding around the world. The 3 parts of the trefoil stand for the 3 parts of the Promise.
There are 2 stars on the World pin. What does the left star stand for?
The star on the left, the same side as our heart, stands for the pledge that all Girl Scouts and Girl Guides try, on their honor, to keep: the Promise.
What does the other star stand for?
The right star, on the side of a helping hand, stands for the Girl Guide and Girl Scout code of conduct--the GG/GS Law.
What does the pointer in the middle stand for?
We place a compass needle in the center, to serve as a guide pointing towards the right way in life.
What does the base of the trefoil mean?
At the base of the trefoil we place the flame. Its burning represents love for humanity and international friendship.
Next: Present World (WAGGGS) pins to the Scouts who have not received it yet.
Perhaps, have older Troop members place the pins on the younger Scouts.
Finally: As a Troop, read the Promise.
It is posted below so Troop leaders can do with their girls...
(If any other leaders have Ceremonies to share with Framingham Leaders, please e-mail me and I'll post here at http://www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/)
***
This ceremony, which can be used on Thinking Day or during national Girl Scout Week, is a nice way to explain the meaning of the WAGGGS pin to new Girl Scouts.
To do this ceremony, you'll need:
felt cutout of the WAGGGS pin, which one can make from blue and yellow felt.
a large yellow circle
a slightly smaller blue circle (so that when you put the blue circle on top of the yellow circle, there's the yellow border outside of it)
yellow felt cutouts of the trefoil and the fire symbol at the base of the trefoil, the two stars and the compass needle.
.
To start: All participants stand in a horseshoe.
Somewhere, have a table or felt board available for the construction of the pin as the ceremony proceeds.
Leader: The horseshoe formation symbolizes the open friendship circle. In the open end of the horseshoe stand our sister Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world. If they were actually here, our horseshoe would become a completed circle, having no beginning or end.
Series of Q&As
As the questions are asked, have a Scout come forward and place the part of the pin they asked about on the felt board.
What is the world pin?
It is the pin of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. We are going to construct such a pin. As we do, let us consider very carefully the reason for its color and design. Then we will know how deep a feeling of international friendship it can inspire in it.
What does the gold circle around the edge stand for?
The gold band surrounding our pin symbolizes the sun that shines on children all over the world.
Why is the world pin blue?
The blue background symbolizes the sky above us, all over the world.
Why do we have a trefoil in the World pin?
The gold trefoil is the sign of Girl Scouting and Girl Guiding around the world. The 3 parts of the trefoil stand for the 3 parts of the Promise.
There are 2 stars on the World pin. What does the left star stand for?
The star on the left, the same side as our heart, stands for the pledge that all Girl Scouts and Girl Guides try, on their honor, to keep: the Promise.
What does the other star stand for?
The right star, on the side of a helping hand, stands for the Girl Guide and Girl Scout code of conduct--the GG/GS Law.
What does the pointer in the middle stand for?
We place a compass needle in the center, to serve as a guide pointing towards the right way in life.
What does the base of the trefoil mean?
At the base of the trefoil we place the flame. Its burning represents love for humanity and international friendship.
Next: Present World (WAGGGS) pins to the Scouts who have not received it yet.
Perhaps, have older Troop members place the pins on the younger Scouts.
Finally: As a Troop, read the Promise.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
LEADER MEETING SUMMARY
Framingham Girl Scout Leader Meeting Summary for Tuesday, March 3
REMINDER: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, REMEMBER TO SET YOUR CLOCKS == ESPECIALLY THOSE ATTENDING AND HELPING AT THE GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY MASS
Note: All leader meetings held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church at 7 p.m.
Next meeting: April 7 -- Council representative to discuss summer camp options/programs, Bridging discussion, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
Attendance: 12
**Cookies: questions/concerns address to Helena = http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=PQ1CoUyCNLZEFkxYt6tic91UFOCt_w_-Pp80OXr61mT_dfcd5yybrrMVyVt4ouJhokVahgD1SufgA42jsFc Remember to be sure the money gets into your bank account on time and that you complete the girl information on Quickbase by March 26 deadline!
**Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next meeting, watch yahoo for a separate information sheet about Bridging this year and when to bridge with the new levels.
The following troops who were at the meeting are considering participating in a town wide Bridging event = 2147, 2078, 2125
**Girl Scout Sunday two options in town this year:
Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. Mass at St. Bridget Church contact Mary Ann at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=_nTsEC8omEd2_yj5SqD0DwWqiBnPicCRZE-bxNjFB4lwUmlfk0j1WHjhzBWzp8xd_Wo0z4kf-0Opcg
Sunday, March 15: 10:30 am Mass at St George's Church contact Missy at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=QV8jreXTHo9XTRxpNj0YNTgXkUyHlnSLCHe6L6FjrsDzkut-Fp5ngdW-M0VwGoBRcufvXssHP0AkEYdT-g or Patty at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=j9sCDqBO_BD2QGnNr0utTPdMiRhoMVHa_2KilQCsL0bupNbNlBCalnsf8PNyMA0O5q89JD7AkpE
**Girl Scout Bowling Event -- Deadline to register is today,March 4 for the Me and My Pal Bowling Event. Contact person Mary Ann at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=FkMn2AhAfFr20_dSAtOLoAoQWq6s2JvBQsVXW3VlfQZsmECFpRPePZb3GAfRbdDTHjM9zBHxPA0FX3ju
**Girl Scout Week: This year it will run March 8 to March 14. This is a good time to say thank you to those in the community who help make your troop a success (i.e. those who helped with your meeting location, volunteers who have come to your meetings to help, etc.). A suggestion is for your girls to write thank you cards/letters/posters or give gifts of Girl Scout cookies, etc.
**Council Information: 2 representatives from council attended the meeting,
*Flyers available: check out on line or contact Francesca Hudson for more information about programs = 17-482-1078 or fhudson@...
*Some of the programs closer to Framingham include:
*Brownie Programs - Art to Wear Try-It, May 11 at Camp Virginia, Bolton, Healthy Quest, March 7 at Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, Little Breeze, Big Wind, March 8 at Elks Lodge, Maynard and Apr 16 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Junior Programs -Puzzlers Badge Workshop, May 7 at Camp Virginia, Bolton, Twigs & Sprigs, March 16 at Cedar Hill, Waltham, Being My Best Badge Workshop, March 23 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Cadette -Creative Cooking IP, March 13 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Senior/Ambassador - Future Me Conference, March 15 in Middleboro
*Leadership Essentials (explains the new GS levels) on March 18 from 6-9 p.m. in Framingham. This is a free program for adults . All leaders are encouraged to obtain this training.
* Summer Camp Guide 2009 mailed out recently
Volunteer programs/Questions? Contact Lu-Ann Souza at 508 923 0800 x18 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=ReardhTlotdjELgLFeqvKts7R1PWeibdM41hYZWUBe08em5ObR1iU3tVGkEAR6Vy1-sEbwoZt9pyhFynbEatqG0n63O6mtQ
*VOLUNTEER THANK YOU DAYS - FREE - We would like to thank you with an inspirational day of guest speakers, networking, lunch and sessions that will enrich your volunteer and personal life. Sessions include GSEM Gems, Attitudes, Sensitive Issues, Self Defense, Cooperative Games, PR and Media, Yoga -- more than the basics!
Sat, March 28, 9:00a-4:00p, Plymouth OR
Sat, April 4, 9:00a-4:00p, Reading
*VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION DINNER - Outstanding volunteers will be recognized by our Board of Directors with GSUSA's highest awards. Years of Service Pins will also be presented. Thurs, May 21, 7:00p-9:00p, Andover, $20
*VOLUNTEER / DAUGHTER SLEEP-OVERS - FREE - Fun overnights at camp lodges, with activities, campfires and s'mores -- a special thanks to the girls who share their volunteer parents all year. BYO dinner.
Fri-Sat, May 8-9, 6:00p-10:00a, Beverly
Fri-Sat, May 8-9, 6:00p-10:00a, Waltham
Fri-Sat, May 15-16, 6:00p-10:00a, Plymouth
*2009 Advocacy Event on Thurs, Apr 16 at 7pm: 10 Things Girls Need to be Happy, Healthy, and Secure by Dr. Karol Maybury, girl-development expert. This event is for adults and girls in grades 9-12, pre-registration required $25 per person includes dinner, Four Points Sheraton, Norwood. Go to www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/volunteer - or call 508-923-0800 x 18
For additional details, visit previous posting: http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/special-leader-event-thursday-april-16.html
**Local Program options:
Susan brought in brochures from Old Sturbridge Village. Along with Girl Scout Day special admission pricing on Saturday, March 28, OSV offers a number of year-round programs, some of which meet the criteria for Brownie and Junior badges. Contact: 508-347-0285 or http://www.osv.org/
Carolyn mentioned a program in Boston called Diablo Glass Works, she will send us more info
**New Leader Investiture Ceremony: held tonight, 3 new leaders were in attendance, after a short ceremony that Nancy prepared they received their Girl Scout and WAGGGS pins Congratulations and Welcome! Special thank you to Nancy for preparing such a thoughtful ceremony.
**Troop folders at the Plymouth Church: reminder that each troop has a folder in the box located at the bottom of the stairs at the church. The following troops have items in their folders =
2076, 2077, 2081 = girl and adult member cards
2140 = roller skating patches
2148, 2172 = card for one free admission to town sponsored event
2161, 2164 = Early Bird patches and card for one free admission to town sponsored event
2122 = Early Bird patches
REMINDER: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, REMEMBER TO SET YOUR CLOCKS == ESPECIALLY THOSE ATTENDING AND HELPING AT THE GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY MASS
Note: All leader meetings held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church at 7 p.m.
Next meeting: April 7 -- Council representative to discuss summer camp options/programs, Bridging discussion, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
Attendance: 12
**Cookies: questions/concerns address to Helena = http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=PQ1CoUyCNLZEFkxYt6tic91UFOCt_w_-Pp80OXr61mT_dfcd5yybrrMVyVt4ouJhokVahgD1SufgA42jsFc Remember to be sure the money gets into your bank account on time and that you complete the girl information on Quickbase by March 26 deadline!
**Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next meeting, watch yahoo for a separate information sheet about Bridging this year and when to bridge with the new levels.
The following troops who were at the meeting are considering participating in a town wide Bridging event = 2147, 2078, 2125
**Girl Scout Sunday two options in town this year:
Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. Mass at St. Bridget Church contact Mary Ann at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=_nTsEC8omEd2_yj5SqD0DwWqiBnPicCRZE-bxNjFB4lwUmlfk0j1WHjhzBWzp8xd_Wo0z4kf-0Opcg
Sunday, March 15: 10:30 am Mass at St George's Church contact Missy at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=QV8jreXTHo9XTRxpNj0YNTgXkUyHlnSLCHe6L6FjrsDzkut-Fp5ngdW-M0VwGoBRcufvXssHP0AkEYdT-g or Patty at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=j9sCDqBO_BD2QGnNr0utTPdMiRhoMVHa_2KilQCsL0bupNbNlBCalnsf8PNyMA0O5q89JD7AkpE
**Girl Scout Bowling Event -- Deadline to register is today,March 4 for the Me and My Pal Bowling Event. Contact person Mary Ann at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=FkMn2AhAfFr20_dSAtOLoAoQWq6s2JvBQsVXW3VlfQZsmECFpRPePZb3GAfRbdDTHjM9zBHxPA0FX3ju
**Girl Scout Week: This year it will run March 8 to March 14. This is a good time to say thank you to those in the community who help make your troop a success (i.e. those who helped with your meeting location, volunteers who have come to your meetings to help, etc.). A suggestion is for your girls to write thank you cards/letters/posters or give gifts of Girl Scout cookies, etc.
**Council Information: 2 representatives from council attended the meeting,
*Flyers available: check out on line or contact Francesca Hudson for more information about programs = 17-482-1078 or fhudson@...
*Some of the programs closer to Framingham include:
*Brownie Programs - Art to Wear Try-It, May 11 at Camp Virginia, Bolton, Healthy Quest, March 7 at Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, Little Breeze, Big Wind, March 8 at Elks Lodge, Maynard and Apr 16 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Junior Programs -Puzzlers Badge Workshop, May 7 at Camp Virginia, Bolton, Twigs & Sprigs, March 16 at Cedar Hill, Waltham, Being My Best Badge Workshop, March 23 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Cadette -Creative Cooking IP, March 13 at Cedar Hill, Waltham
*Senior/Ambassador - Future Me Conference, March 15 in Middleboro
*Leadership Essentials (explains the new GS levels) on March 18 from 6-9 p.m. in Framingham. This is a free program for adults . All leaders are encouraged to obtain this training.
* Summer Camp Guide 2009 mailed out recently
Volunteer programs/Questions? Contact Lu-Ann Souza at 508 923 0800 x18 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FraminghamGirlScoutLeaders/post?postID=ReardhTlotdjELgLFeqvKts7R1PWeibdM41hYZWUBe08em5ObR1iU3tVGkEAR6Vy1-sEbwoZt9pyhFynbEatqG0n63O6mtQ
*VOLUNTEER THANK YOU DAYS - FREE - We would like to thank you with an inspirational day of guest speakers, networking, lunch and sessions that will enrich your volunteer and personal life. Sessions include GSEM Gems, Attitudes, Sensitive Issues, Self Defense, Cooperative Games, PR and Media, Yoga -- more than the basics!
Sat, March 28, 9:00a-4:00p, Plymouth OR
Sat, April 4, 9:00a-4:00p, Reading
*VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION DINNER - Outstanding volunteers will be recognized by our Board of Directors with GSUSA's highest awards. Years of Service Pins will also be presented. Thurs, May 21, 7:00p-9:00p, Andover, $20
*VOLUNTEER / DAUGHTER SLEEP-OVERS - FREE - Fun overnights at camp lodges, with activities, campfires and s'mores -- a special thanks to the girls who share their volunteer parents all year. BYO dinner.
Fri-Sat, May 8-9, 6:00p-10:00a, Beverly
Fri-Sat, May 8-9, 6:00p-10:00a, Waltham
Fri-Sat, May 15-16, 6:00p-10:00a, Plymouth
*2009 Advocacy Event on Thurs, Apr 16 at 7pm: 10 Things Girls Need to be Happy, Healthy, and Secure by Dr. Karol Maybury, girl-development expert. This event is for adults and girls in grades 9-12, pre-registration required $25 per person includes dinner, Four Points Sheraton, Norwood. Go to www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/volunteer - or call 508-923-0800 x 18
For additional details, visit previous posting: http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/special-leader-event-thursday-april-16.html
**Local Program options:
Susan brought in brochures from Old Sturbridge Village. Along with Girl Scout Day special admission pricing on Saturday, March 28, OSV offers a number of year-round programs, some of which meet the criteria for Brownie and Junior badges. Contact: 508-347-0285 or http://www.osv.org/
Carolyn mentioned a program in Boston called Diablo Glass Works, she will send us more info
**New Leader Investiture Ceremony: held tonight, 3 new leaders were in attendance, after a short ceremony that Nancy prepared they received their Girl Scout and WAGGGS pins Congratulations and Welcome! Special thank you to Nancy for preparing such a thoughtful ceremony.
**Troop folders at the Plymouth Church: reminder that each troop has a folder in the box located at the bottom of the stairs at the church. The following troops have items in their folders =
2076, 2077, 2081 = girl and adult member cards
2140 = roller skating patches
2148, 2172 = card for one free admission to town sponsored event
2161, 2164 = Early Bird patches and card for one free admission to town sponsored event
2122 = Early Bird patches
Scouting Reorganization
Girl Scouts USA has reorganized all the Scouting levels.
Membership groups for Girl Scouts will be:
Grades K-1: Girl Scout Daisy
Grades 2-3: Girl Scout Brownie
Grades 4-5: Girl Scout Junior
Grades 6-8: Girl Scout Cadette
Grades 9-10: Girl Scout Senior
Grades 11-12: Girl Scout Ambassador
Mixed Troops are permitted.
For example, a troop this year with 4th & 5th grade Juniors, next year could be a mixed Troop of 5th grade Juniors and 6th grade Cadettes.
If anyone has any questions in relationship to bridging and Troop levels, please post on the Yahoo leader group or contact Council.
Membership groups for Girl Scouts will be:
Grades K-1: Girl Scout Daisy
Grades 2-3: Girl Scout Brownie
Grades 4-5: Girl Scout Junior
Grades 6-8: Girl Scout Cadette
Grades 9-10: Girl Scout Senior
Grades 11-12: Girl Scout Ambassador
Mixed Troops are permitted.
For example, a troop this year with 4th & 5th grade Juniors, next year could be a mixed Troop of 5th grade Juniors and 6th grade Cadettes.
If anyone has any questions in relationship to bridging and Troop levels, please post on the Yahoo leader group or contact Council.
March 22 Coco Key Council Event Sold Out
Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council is offering two additional dates in May -- 2 & 30.
See previous posting about March 22 event for other details:
http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/council-event-splash-with-scouts-at.html
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To register for the May dates, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=coco&agelevel=Any+Age&category=Any+Category&zip=Enter+Zip+for+Locations&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&image.x=61&image.y=8
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See previous posting about March 22 event for other details:
http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/council-event-splash-with-scouts-at.html
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To register for the May dates, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=coco&agelevel=Any+Age&category=Any+Category&zip=Enter+Zip+for+Locations&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&image.x=61&image.y=8
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Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Slot B Bowling Time period Filling Up
The second time slot for the Framingham-wide Me and My Pal Bowling Event on Saturday, March 7 is filling up quickly.
I have received payment and registrations from the following troops:
2125 = Mary Ann Sager - Cadettes - slot A
2134 = Nancy Solomon - Cadettes - slot B
2086 = Natasha Ashe - Brownies - slot B
2102 = Allison Nelson - Brownies - slot B
2148 = Patty Hebert - Juniors - slot B
2147 = Pam O'Callaghan - Juniors - slot B
2082 = Pam O'Callaghan - Brownies - slot B
All above leaders were sent an e-mail confirming their time slots.
Remaining openings as follows:
Time slot A = 12:45-2:15 = 94 openings
Time slot B = 2:15-3:45 = 22 openings
Time slots are assigned at a first come first serve basis
I must have payment to confirm the time slot.
The deadline for registering for the event is this Wed, March 4th.
There is a leader meeting this Tuesday, March 3rd and I will be there if you would like to hand me your registration and payment.
Reminder if you have questions please email me directly.
Thank you!
Mary Ann Sager
masager5@yahoo.com
I have received payment and registrations from the following troops:
2125 = Mary Ann Sager - Cadettes - slot A
2134 = Nancy Solomon - Cadettes - slot B
2086 = Natasha Ashe - Brownies - slot B
2102 = Allison Nelson - Brownies - slot B
2148 = Patty Hebert - Juniors - slot B
2147 = Pam O'Callaghan - Juniors - slot B
2082 = Pam O'Callaghan - Brownies - slot B
All above leaders were sent an e-mail confirming their time slots.
Remaining openings as follows:
Time slot A = 12:45-2:15 = 94 openings
Time slot B = 2:15-3:45 = 22 openings
Time slots are assigned at a first come first serve basis
I must have payment to confirm the time slot.
The deadline for registering for the event is this Wed, March 4th.
There is a leader meeting this Tuesday, March 3rd and I will be there if you would like to hand me your registration and payment.
Reminder if you have questions please email me directly.
Thank you!
Mary Ann Sager
masager5@yahoo.com
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Bowling Registration Deadline Approaching
The absolute deadline to register your troop for the town-wide bowling event is Wednesday, March 4.
Please note, that the event could sell-out prior to this date.
For more information on this Me & My Pal Bowling Event on March 7th see previous posting at:
http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/register-for-me-my-pal-bowling-by-march.html
Please note, that the event could sell-out prior to this date.
For more information on this Me & My Pal Bowling Event on March 7th see previous posting at:
http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2009/02/register-for-me-my-pal-bowling-by-march.html
REMINDER: Leader meeting Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m.
*Tuesday, March 3: Leader meeting 7 p.m. at Plymouth Church
Troop Lodge Camping Skills Training Offered in Waltham
Girls Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council will offer Troop Lodge Camping Skills Training in Waltham on Tuesday, April 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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This training will prepare and qualify you to help girls lead their troop on a camping experience in a Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council cabin or lodge, Brownie or Monster Camping and incorporate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. You will gain camping skills that are girl-led through cooperative and learn-by-doing activities. Safety and risk management, what to bring on your trip, menus and meals, Girl Scout program in the out-of-doors and fire building will be covered. You will learn how girls can Discover and Connect to the world outside through activities during camping trips.
Please note that your official camping experience will require another volunteer who is a qualified First Aider.
Leaders are advised to take Troop Lodge Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before taking a troop lodge camping. All training sessions are free.
To register, contact Council or visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?textfield=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=647
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This training will prepare and qualify you to help girls lead their troop on a camping experience in a Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council cabin or lodge, Brownie or Monster Camping and incorporate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. You will gain camping skills that are girl-led through cooperative and learn-by-doing activities. Safety and risk management, what to bring on your trip, menus and meals, Girl Scout program in the out-of-doors and fire building will be covered. You will learn how girls can Discover and Connect to the world outside through activities during camping trips.
Please note that your official camping experience will require another volunteer who is a qualified First Aider.
Leaders are advised to take Troop Lodge Camping Skills 6-8 weeks before taking a troop lodge camping. All training sessions are free.
To register, contact Council or visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/Volunteer/search.html?textfield=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=647
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Special Leader Event: Thursday April 16 in Norwood
Spend an evening enjoying dinner and hear Dr. Karol Maybury discuss, “The Ten Things Girls Need to be Happy, Healthy and Secure.”
Dr. Maybury is a girl development expert, working with girls, their families and educators around the U.S. on topics related to girls, the media, mental health, and parenting. Dr. Maybury is also the author of her upcoming book, Raising a Natural Girl in a Material World.
After years of working with girls, Dr. Maybury has an excellent handle on the landscape that today’s girls are growing up in and how that differs from the environment that today’s parents, educators and leaders grew up in.
Dr. Maybury acknowledges that this is one of the most challenging times to be a girl and a parent, educator or leader of girls, but she will provide the audience with proven solutions and new ideas on how to be an agile and powerful advisor, parent, educator and leader of today’s girls.
Dr. Maybury is an inspiring speaker and as a girl development expert, parent and Girl Scout Volunteer she is well prepared to motivate us to build Our Girls, Our Future.
This special event offered by Council is open to leaders, adult volunteers and Scouts in grades 9-12.
Pre-registration is required. Cost is $25 per person.
The event is 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 in Norwood.
To register, visit https://www3.e-council.net/code/onlinereg/?council=117&JumpTo=Step3&Eventid=2175&type=AT
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Learn more about Dr. Karol Maybury, Ph.D. at http://www.raisinggirls.org/
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Dr. Maybury is a girl development expert, working with girls, their families and educators around the U.S. on topics related to girls, the media, mental health, and parenting. Dr. Maybury is also the author of her upcoming book, Raising a Natural Girl in a Material World.
After years of working with girls, Dr. Maybury has an excellent handle on the landscape that today’s girls are growing up in and how that differs from the environment that today’s parents, educators and leaders grew up in.
Dr. Maybury acknowledges that this is one of the most challenging times to be a girl and a parent, educator or leader of girls, but she will provide the audience with proven solutions and new ideas on how to be an agile and powerful advisor, parent, educator and leader of today’s girls.
Dr. Maybury is an inspiring speaker and as a girl development expert, parent and Girl Scout Volunteer she is well prepared to motivate us to build Our Girls, Our Future.
This special event offered by Council is open to leaders, adult volunteers and Scouts in grades 9-12.
Pre-registration is required. Cost is $25 per person.
The event is 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 in Norwood.
To register, visit https://www3.e-council.net/code/onlinereg/?council=117&JumpTo=Step3&Eventid=2175&type=AT
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Learn more about Dr. Karol Maybury, Ph.D. at http://www.raisinggirls.org/
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Special Event: Space Pirates Show for Scouts on Sunday, March 15
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special program Space Pirates in Danvers on Sunday, March 15.
Space Pirates is a musical adventure through cyberspace - a song-filled battle between technology and imagination. The story begins when the babysitters of a couple of ordinary kids are sucked into a video game. The adventure begins when the kids must figure out how to get into the game! Can they stop Chasm with the help of the Space Pirates, rescue their babysitters, and restore peace and harmony to the universe?
Girl Scouts have an exclusive behind the scenes and onstage tour. Tickets are open Seating.
Tour starts at 1 p.m. Show begins at 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are $5 Scouts and $8 leaders/adult volunteers.
Program Level: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Event is held at the Hogan Regional Center Auditorium in Danvers.
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Space Pirates is a musical adventure through cyberspace - a song-filled battle between technology and imagination. The story begins when the babysitters of a couple of ordinary kids are sucked into a video game. The adventure begins when the kids must figure out how to get into the game! Can they stop Chasm with the help of the Space Pirates, rescue their babysitters, and restore peace and harmony to the universe?
Girl Scouts have an exclusive behind the scenes and onstage tour. Tickets are open Seating.
Tour starts at 1 p.m. Show begins at 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are $5 Scouts and $8 leaders/adult volunteers.
Program Level: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Event is held at the Hogan Regional Center Auditorium in Danvers.
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Council Offers Take A Stance Program for Cadette Scouts
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Take a Stance workshop for cadette Scouts on Saturday, March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Cedar Hill in Waltham.
In this intro to self-defense and awareness skills, participants learn escape moves and reflexive actions. The program focuses on setting personal boundaries, and the power of saying “no.” It is presented by Girls’ Lifetime Empowerment and Awareness Program, whose mission is to promote the safety and well-being of girls, women, and their families through focused education programs.
The cost is $15 for Scout and $15 for leader/adult volunteer.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=253
In this intro to self-defense and awareness skills, participants learn escape moves and reflexive actions. The program focuses on setting personal boundaries, and the power of saying “no.” It is presented by Girls’ Lifetime Empowerment and Awareness Program, whose mission is to promote the safety and well-being of girls, women, and their families through focused education programs.
The cost is $15 for Scout and $15 for leader/adult volunteer.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=253
Friday, February 20, 2009
Council Offers Rock Climbing Program for Junior Scouts
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Rock Climb program for Juniors in Boston on Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Junior Scouts will do lots of different adventure activities in this program! Rotate from rock climbing on the high walls, to learning to boulder, to yoga and more!
The event takes place at Spot Rock Climbing Gym, 67 Sprague St., in Boston.
The cost is $15 per Scout. Leaders/adult volunteers are free.
To register visit the council site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=379
Junior Scouts will do lots of different adventure activities in this program! Rotate from rock climbing on the high walls, to learning to boulder, to yoga and more!
The event takes place at Spot Rock Climbing Gym, 67 Sprague St., in Boston.
The cost is $15 per Scout. Leaders/adult volunteers are free.
To register visit the council site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=379
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Leadership Essential Training in Framingham
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Leadership Essentials Training in Framingham on Wednesday, March 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.
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Leadership Essentials is required for both new and experienced volunteers who work with girls in Daisy through Ambassador level troops. By participating in this course participants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership Experience and explore program materials and badge books. Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing. Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteers colleagues.
To register, contact Council.
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Leadership Essentials is required for both new and experienced volunteers who work with girls in Daisy through Ambassador level troops. By participating in this course participants will learn how to effectively facilitate the new Girl Scout Leadership Experience and explore program materials and badge books. Participants will learn how to facilitate Girl Scout troop meetings and activities so they are girl-led, cooperative learning and learn-by-doing. Participants will also learn about their own leadership style, how it impacts girls and their volunteers colleagues.
To register, contact Council.
Cookie Creations Fundraiser - March 12
Girl Scout Cookie Creations Event
Thursday, March 12, 6-8 p.m.
The Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston
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Come out and support Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts at Council's annual "Cookie Creations" fundraiser on Thursday, March 12th at the Hotel Commonwealth as the area’s favorite pastry chefs create delicious desserts with your favorite Girl Scout cookies!
A great after-work party with a fabulous silent auction, and lots of fun! Satisfy your sweet tooth and your generous heart all in one night!
Chefs from
BOKX109 American Prime in Newton
Burtons Grill – Boston, Hingham & North Andover
DaVinci Ristorante in Boston
Old Town Bread Company - Rowley
Olivadi Restaurant & Bar - Norwood
Oleana/Sofra Bakery – Cambridge
Troquet - Boston
will use their culinary genius to whip up some amazing desserts with our Girl Scout cookies.
The desserts will be judged Jenny Johnson from TV Diner, Alicia Love from Mix 98.5 and Boston Breakers player Nancy Augustyniak Goffi.
Sugar and spice are nice... but courage, confidence, and character (built through the Girl Scout experience) are even better!
Tickets are $30 each or 2 for $50.
To purchase tickets, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.com/cocr.html
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Thursday, March 12, 6-8 p.m.
The Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston
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Come out and support Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts at Council's annual "Cookie Creations" fundraiser on Thursday, March 12th at the Hotel Commonwealth as the area’s favorite pastry chefs create delicious desserts with your favorite Girl Scout cookies!
A great after-work party with a fabulous silent auction, and lots of fun! Satisfy your sweet tooth and your generous heart all in one night!
Chefs from
BOKX109 American Prime in Newton
Burtons Grill – Boston, Hingham & North Andover
DaVinci Ristorante in Boston
Old Town Bread Company - Rowley
Olivadi Restaurant & Bar - Norwood
Oleana/Sofra Bakery – Cambridge
Troquet - Boston
will use their culinary genius to whip up some amazing desserts with our Girl Scout cookies.
The desserts will be judged Jenny Johnson from TV Diner, Alicia Love from Mix 98.5 and Boston Breakers player Nancy Augustyniak Goffi.
Sugar and spice are nice... but courage, confidence, and character (built through the Girl Scout experience) are even better!
Tickets are $30 each or 2 for $50.
To purchase tickets, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.com/cocr.html
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Cookie Booth Sale Sunday
Girl Scouts will be holding a cookie sale at St. Bridget's Church on Sunday, Feb. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 1;30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Council Event: Splash with Scouts at Coco Key in Danvers
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special afternoon of fun for Scouts of all ages at CoCo Key Water Resort on Sunday, March 22.
Girl Scouts will unite to make a big splash! It’s cold out there so join other Girl Scouts, where it will be always 80 degrees, and you can splash, slide and swim all day. For more info on the Danvers-based water park, visit http://www.cocokeyresort.com/
Troops may arrive after 1 p.m. and stay until 8 p.m. at the indoor water park in Danvers.
The cost to register is $18 per Brownie and $18 per adult/leader.
(Note: Typically a ticket to play at CoCo Key from 3 p.m. to closing is $40 per person.)
Girl Scouts will unite to make a big splash! It’s cold out there so join other Girl Scouts, where it will be always 80 degrees, and you can splash, slide and swim all day. For more info on the Danvers-based water park, visit http://www.cocokeyresort.com/
Troops may arrive after 1 p.m. and stay until 8 p.m. at the indoor water park in Danvers.
The cost to register is $18 per Brownie and $18 per adult/leader.
(Note: Typically a ticket to play at CoCo Key from 3 p.m. to closing is $40 per person.)
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
SPECIAL EVENT: Lowell Devils Family Sleepover on April 3/4
Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scouts Council has arranged for a very special outing -- Lowell Devils Family Sleep Over on Friday, April 3 into Saturday, April 4.
Come and cheer for the local hockey team and stay for some exclusive Girl Scout family time, including ice skating! Fun patch, ice skate rental, and Lowell Devils promotional item included. The event starts at 7 p.m. on Friday night, April 3 and ends at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 4.
The events is for Scouts of all levels: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador.
The Lowell Devils play at the Tsongas Arena, in Lowell.
The cost to attend is $20 per Scout and $20 leader/adult.
The deadline to register is March 2 or if/when the spaces sell out earlier.
To register your child visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=390
Come and cheer for the local hockey team and stay for some exclusive Girl Scout family time, including ice skating! Fun patch, ice skate rental, and Lowell Devils promotional item included. The event starts at 7 p.m. on Friday night, April 3 and ends at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 4.
The events is for Scouts of all levels: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador.
The Lowell Devils play at the Tsongas Arena, in Lowell.
The cost to attend is $20 per Scout and $20 leader/adult.
The deadline to register is March 2 or if/when the spaces sell out earlier.
To register your child visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=390
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Mass Audubon in Worcester will Work with Junior Troops on Badges
Mass Audubon Society's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and
Wildlife Sanctuary in Worcester will work with Junior level Girl Scouts to run a program to earn a Badge.
(Badges are not provided as part of the per Scout fee and will need to be purchased separately by the troop's leader.)
A minimum of 8 Scouts is needed for each program offering.
The cost is based on the length of the program. A 2-hour program is $7 per Scout. A 2.5 hour program is $8 per Scout. There may be an additional charge for adults/leaders. Please check with the sanctuary when registering for a program.
To Book a Junior level Scout Program: Call the Worcester Sanctuary at 508-753-6087, Ext. 15
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Programs available for Junior level Scouts are:
Wildlife 2 ½ hours
Learn our state’s wildlife symbols and two animals or plants that are endangered in Massachusetts, and learn how our sanctuary tries to protect them. Identify 3 kinds of birds and learn about beak adaptations! Learn what characteristics are shared with members of two wildlife groups.
Rocks Rock 2 ½ hours
Talk with a geologist about career opportunities. Search the sanctuary for signs of geologic events. Learn how to test and classify rocks. Learn about fossils while making one to take home. Take home a real 300 million year old fossil!!!
Plants and Animals 2 ½ hours
Learn how and why animals are grouped together and discuss the world of extinct animals. Discover whether there are really are Good or Bad plants and animals. Go on a "wildlife safari", identify plants and their uses, and talk to a naturalist who works with wildlife.
Earth Connections 2 ½ hours
Become an ecologist and study a n ecosystem to learn about the different levels of plant life. Learn about growth rings and identify ten trees. Play an eco-game and learn about problems that affect our environment and what you can do to protect earth’s ecosystems.
For the Birds 2 ½ hours
Become an ornithologist as we explore the fascinating world of birds. Learn about beak adaptations, bird calls, feathers, migrations and so much more.
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Thanks to Sheryl Farnam at the Broadmeadow Brook Sanctuary for forwarding this information to Framingham Girl Scouts..
Wildlife Sanctuary in Worcester will work with Junior level Girl Scouts to run a program to earn a Badge.
(Badges are not provided as part of the per Scout fee and will need to be purchased separately by the troop's leader.)
A minimum of 8 Scouts is needed for each program offering.
The cost is based on the length of the program. A 2-hour program is $7 per Scout. A 2.5 hour program is $8 per Scout. There may be an additional charge for adults/leaders. Please check with the sanctuary when registering for a program.
To Book a Junior level Scout Program: Call the Worcester Sanctuary at 508-753-6087, Ext. 15
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Programs available for Junior level Scouts are:
Wildlife 2 ½ hours
Learn our state’s wildlife symbols and two animals or plants that are endangered in Massachusetts, and learn how our sanctuary tries to protect them. Identify 3 kinds of birds and learn about beak adaptations! Learn what characteristics are shared with members of two wildlife groups.
Rocks Rock 2 ½ hours
Talk with a geologist about career opportunities. Search the sanctuary for signs of geologic events. Learn how to test and classify rocks. Learn about fossils while making one to take home. Take home a real 300 million year old fossil!!!
Plants and Animals 2 ½ hours
Learn how and why animals are grouped together and discuss the world of extinct animals. Discover whether there are really are Good or Bad plants and animals. Go on a "wildlife safari", identify plants and their uses, and talk to a naturalist who works with wildlife.
Earth Connections 2 ½ hours
Become an ecologist and study a n ecosystem to learn about the different levels of plant life. Learn about growth rings and identify ten trees. Play an eco-game and learn about problems that affect our environment and what you can do to protect earth’s ecosystems.
For the Birds 2 ½ hours
Become an ornithologist as we explore the fascinating world of birds. Learn about beak adaptations, bird calls, feathers, migrations and so much more.
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Thanks to Sheryl Farnam at the Broadmeadow Brook Sanctuary for forwarding this information to Framingham Girl Scouts..
Puzzlers: Junior Badge Workshop, in Norfolk on Thursday Night, March 19
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special Junior badge Workshop on Thursday night, March 19 in from 5:30 to 7:30 in Norfolk.
Puzzlers: Mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles.
The registration price includes the badge.
The workshop takes place at the Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main Street.
The registration cost is $9 per Junior Scout and $0 for adult/leader.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=369
Puzzlers: Mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles.
The registration price includes the badge.
The workshop takes place at the Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main Street.
The registration cost is $9 per Junior Scout and $0 for adult/leader.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=369
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Junior Tree Workshop in Waltham
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special Junior Scout workshop called "Twigs & Sprigs."
Junior Scouts will try their hands at identifying trees in early spring with the help of leaf scars and dormant leaf buds.
The event takes place on Monday, March 16 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
This event is for Junior Scouts in grades 4-5-6.
The cost to register is $7 per Scout and $0 for adult/leader.
To register, visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=366
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Junior Scouts will try their hands at identifying trees in early spring with the help of leaf scars and dormant leaf buds.
The event takes place on Monday, March 16 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
This event is for Junior Scouts in grades 4-5-6.
The cost to register is $7 per Scout and $0 for adult/leader.
To register, visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=366
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Optional Council Event: Green Scene in Belmont
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special Green Scene workshop for Brownies in grades 2 or 3 on Saturday, March 14 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
GREEN SCENE: How big is your footprint? Discover your impact on the earth and the animals around you. Work with other Brownies to decide how you can make the world a better place!
The event takes place at the Belmont United Methodist Church, 421 Common Street.
The cost is $8 per Brownie and $0 leader/adult.
For additional information and to register visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=362
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GREEN SCENE: How big is your footprint? Discover your impact on the earth and the animals around you. Work with other Brownies to decide how you can make the world a better place!
The event takes place at the Belmont United Methodist Church, 421 Common Street.
The cost is $8 per Brownie and $0 leader/adult.
For additional information and to register visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=362
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Register for Me & My Pal Bowling by March 4th
Framingham Girl Scouts is sponsoring a Me and My Pal Bowling Event on Saturday, March 7 at the Fairways Bowling, on Route 9 in Natick.
There are 2 time slot options:
A = 12:45 – 2:15
B = 2:15 to 3:45
All Girl Scout Levels, including Juliette Scouts, can participate.
A "pal” is defined as an adult 18 or older who is a significant person in the girl’s life.
Cost: $7.50 per girl and $6 per pal (covers cost of bowling, shoe rental, and patch) – make checks payable to “Town of Framingham Girl Scouts”
Contact for the event: Mary Ann Sager.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
15 minutes: Check in, patches given to troop leader or representative, girls and their pals assigned to lanes and pick up their bowling shoes
60 minutes = Bowl (lanes are automatically timed, don’t be late or you may miss bowling time)
15 minutes = Return shoes
New This Year: Door prizes for each level/time slot, must be present to win – fill out slip at check in and names will be drawn while the girls are bowling
The Framingham Service Unit is recommending that Troops return the registration form ASAP. Do not wait for the deadline as this popular event fills up early each year.
All girls and pals must be pre-registered, no walk-ins, no money at the door.
- Individual registrations are also accepted by completing the form and sending payment.
- Please attach a list of the girl(s) and pal(s) names to your registration - you may list unknown
- Requests to assign troops/individuals near each other in the lanes will be considered, but are not guaranteed. Please make these requests with your paid registration.
- One town-wide Troop/Service Unit Activity Application will be sent for this event.
For a registration form visit the Yahoo Leader group...
Deadline to register is Wednesday, March 4th or if the event sells out sooner.
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Framingham Girl Scouts host this event as part of national Girl Scout Week, which runs from March 8 to 14.
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There are 2 time slot options:
A = 12:45 – 2:15
B = 2:15 to 3:45
All Girl Scout Levels, including Juliette Scouts, can participate.
A "pal” is defined as an adult 18 or older who is a significant person in the girl’s life.
Cost: $7.50 per girl and $6 per pal (covers cost of bowling, shoe rental, and patch) – make checks payable to “Town of Framingham Girl Scouts”
Contact for the event: Mary Ann Sager.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
15 minutes: Check in, patches given to troop leader or representative, girls and their pals assigned to lanes and pick up their bowling shoes
60 minutes = Bowl (lanes are automatically timed, don’t be late or you may miss bowling time)
15 minutes = Return shoes
New This Year: Door prizes for each level/time slot, must be present to win – fill out slip at check in and names will be drawn while the girls are bowling
The Framingham Service Unit is recommending that Troops return the registration form ASAP. Do not wait for the deadline as this popular event fills up early each year.
All girls and pals must be pre-registered, no walk-ins, no money at the door.
- Individual registrations are also accepted by completing the form and sending payment.
- Please attach a list of the girl(s) and pal(s) names to your registration - you may list unknown
- Requests to assign troops/individuals near each other in the lanes will be considered, but are not guaranteed. Please make these requests with your paid registration.
- One town-wide Troop/Service Unit Activity Application will be sent for this event.
For a registration form visit the Yahoo Leader group...
Deadline to register is Wednesday, March 4th or if the event sells out sooner.
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Framingham Girl Scouts host this event as part of national Girl Scout Week, which runs from March 8 to 14.
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Council Offering Special Magic Show
Girls Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a special day of magic for Girl Scouts.
The Council is sponsoring a Sunday, March 29 event at Le Grand David Spectacular Magic Show.
Recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the world's longest running resident stage magic production at 33 years, this show sparkles with classic illusions of stage magic, elaborate backdrops, and curtains, hundreds of stunning costumes, and beautiful choreography to classical music, all blended into a splendid, colorful and enchanting production for all ages.
After this exclusive show for Council, stay tafterwards to learn tricks and meet the cast!
The show starts at 3 p.m. in Beverly at the Cabot Street Cinema Theatre.
The cost to register is $12 per Brownie and $20 per adult/guardian/leader.
The deadline to register is March 6 or if/when the spaces sell out earlier.
To register visit,
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=Any%20Age&category=299&zip=Enter%20Zip%20for%20Locations&date_st_month=3&date_st_year=&id=385
The Council is sponsoring a Sunday, March 29 event at Le Grand David Spectacular Magic Show.
Recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the world's longest running resident stage magic production at 33 years, this show sparkles with classic illusions of stage magic, elaborate backdrops, and curtains, hundreds of stunning costumes, and beautiful choreography to classical music, all blended into a splendid, colorful and enchanting production for all ages.
After this exclusive show for Council, stay tafterwards to learn tricks and meet the cast!
The show starts at 3 p.m. in Beverly at the Cabot Street Cinema Theatre.
The cost to register is $12 per Brownie and $20 per adult/guardian/leader.
The deadline to register is March 6 or if/when the spaces sell out earlier.
To register visit,
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=Any%20Age&category=299&zip=Enter%20Zip%20for%20Locations&date_st_month=3&date_st_year=&id=385
Reminder: Deadline Looming for Girl Scout Sunday events!
St. Bridget Church and St. George's Church will both host Girl Scout Sunday in March
Below is the details. Deadline to participate in the services is looming.
If your daughter is interested in attending, please have her Troop leader contact the organizers (contact info is below).
PS: It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
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Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. St. Bridget Church (downstairs)
Contact: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Details: All Girl Scouts, Leaders, and their families are invited to join St. Bridget Parish as we celebrate Girl Scout Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to wear their uniforms and sit together in the reserved pews near the front of the church. It is recommended that the girls arrive by 8:45 a.m. to be seated in the reserved area. It is encouraged to have Safety wise adults sit with the girls in the reserved section. As a reminder we are there representing the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts and are guests to the church, please help keep the girls quiet before, during and after the Mass.
Contact Mary Ann ASAP if a girl in your Troop is interested in the following:
* Like to participate in the Mass as readers, altar servers, gift bearers, or door greeters. Please call early for this first come first serve opportunity.
* With an approximate number of attendees to ensure adequate seating and for your troopʼs number to be displayed at the end of the pew.
* Final decision for helpers will be made on Feb. 28th
Note: Since this will be a family event an Activity Application Form for the town will NOT be completed. Feel free to complete the form for your troop if you wish.
Girl Scout Sunday at St. George's Church in Framingham for 10:30 a.m. upstairs.
Details: 10:30 a.m. upstairs church with refreshments to follow in the meeting hall downstairsThe girls will be invited after Communion to sing together This Little Light of Mine
We will also need troops to volunteer to set up the refreshments, we would like each troop to bring either a beverage or baked good for everyone to share.
We need a Reader (can be a mom/dad and daughter?) Greeters for before Mass and After to welcome to the Meeting Hall
We would like to have a head count from troops by February 22nd so we can plan accordingly. Contacts: Missy at maloofx4@hotmail.com or Patty Hebert at pchebert@rcn.com .
It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
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Below is the details. Deadline to participate in the services is looming.
If your daughter is interested in attending, please have her Troop leader contact the organizers (contact info is below).
PS: It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
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Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. St. Bridget Church (downstairs)
Contact: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Details: All Girl Scouts, Leaders, and their families are invited to join St. Bridget Parish as we celebrate Girl Scout Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to wear their uniforms and sit together in the reserved pews near the front of the church. It is recommended that the girls arrive by 8:45 a.m. to be seated in the reserved area. It is encouraged to have Safety wise adults sit with the girls in the reserved section. As a reminder we are there representing the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts and are guests to the church, please help keep the girls quiet before, during and after the Mass.
Contact Mary Ann ASAP if a girl in your Troop is interested in the following:
* Like to participate in the Mass as readers, altar servers, gift bearers, or door greeters. Please call early for this first come first serve opportunity.
* With an approximate number of attendees to ensure adequate seating and for your troopʼs number to be displayed at the end of the pew.
* Final decision for helpers will be made on Feb. 28th
Note: Since this will be a family event an Activity Application Form for the town will NOT be completed. Feel free to complete the form for your troop if you wish.
Girl Scout Sunday at St. George's Church in Framingham for 10:30 a.m. upstairs.
Details: 10:30 a.m. upstairs church with refreshments to follow in the meeting hall downstairsThe girls will be invited after Communion to sing together This Little Light of Mine
We will also need troops to volunteer to set up the refreshments, we would like each troop to bring either a beverage or baked good for everyone to share.
We need a Reader (can be a mom/dad and daughter?) Greeters for before Mass and After to welcome to the Meeting Hall
We would like to have a head count from troops by February 22nd so we can plan accordingly. Contacts: Missy at maloofx4@hotmail.com or Patty Hebert at pchebert@rcn.com .
It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
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Monday, February 9, 2009
March 3 Leader meeting agenda & Details on Upcoming Framingham Service Unit Events
All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church at 7 p.m.
Next meeting is March 3.
Agenda: National Girl Scout Week 8-14, discussion of activities, New Leader Investiture Ceremony
SERVICE UNIT NEWS:
Weather Cancellations: If the Town of Framingham activities/schools are canceled the day of a meeting then the meeting will also be canceled. If the weather looks poor or there is a weather advisory please look for an announcement from the Leader Yahoo group – we will post by 6pm the day of the meeting.
Cookies: Questions/concerns should be addressed to Helena,. Delivery date is scheduled for tomorrow, Feb 10 at St George Hall. Helena sent out an e-mail requesting your troop’s preferred scheduled pick up time – if you have not responded please do so ASAP, remember “many hands make for light work” any volunteers that sign up to help that morning will be able to take their cookies first
Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next leader meeting (March). We will ask a Council representative to attend and explain any new criteria/suggestions for Bridging in light of the newly instituted Girl Scout levels
Girl Scout Sunday (See previous post on these events): Two options in town this year. PLEASE contact the person listed below for the program you are interested in with your request to have girls participate as = Altar Servers, Readers, Gift Bearers, and Door Greeters, also with your troop number and an estimated girl count to have a reserved pew
Sunday, March 8, 9am Mass at St. Bridget Church – contact Mary Ann at masager5@...
Sunday, March 15, 10:30 am Mass at St George's Church – contact Missy at maloofx4@... or Patty at pchebert@...
Girl Scout Bowling Event: Back by popular demand is the “Me and My Pal Bowling Event." (Details will be posted on this Web site later this week. Registration information is available now on the Yahoo Leader group.)
Registration deadline is March 4.
The price had to be increased this year due to increase in bowling fees, still a deal at $7.50 per girl (includes patch) and $6 per pal.
Contact person is Mary Ann at masager5@... anyone interested in helping at the event please contact Mary Ann.
Girl Scout Week: Remember the week including March 12 is always Girl Scout Week. This year it will run March 8 to March 14. This is a good time to say thank you to those in the community who help make your troop a success (i.e. those who helped with your meeting location, volunteers who have come to your meetings to help, etc.).
A suggestion is for your girls to write thank you cards/letters/posters or give gifts of Girl Scout cookies, etc.
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Next meeting is March 3.
Agenda: National Girl Scout Week 8-14, discussion of activities, New Leader Investiture Ceremony
SERVICE UNIT NEWS:
Weather Cancellations: If the Town of Framingham activities/schools are canceled the day of a meeting then the meeting will also be canceled. If the weather looks poor or there is a weather advisory please look for an announcement from the Leader Yahoo group – we will post by 6pm the day of the meeting.
Cookies: Questions/concerns should be addressed to Helena,. Delivery date is scheduled for tomorrow, Feb 10 at St George Hall. Helena sent out an e-mail requesting your troop’s preferred scheduled pick up time – if you have not responded please do so ASAP, remember “many hands make for light work” any volunteers that sign up to help that morning will be able to take their cookies first
Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next leader meeting (March). We will ask a Council representative to attend and explain any new criteria/suggestions for Bridging in light of the newly instituted Girl Scout levels
Girl Scout Sunday (See previous post on these events): Two options in town this year. PLEASE contact the person listed below for the program you are interested in with your request to have girls participate as = Altar Servers, Readers, Gift Bearers, and Door Greeters, also with your troop number and an estimated girl count to have a reserved pew
Sunday, March 8, 9am Mass at St. Bridget Church – contact Mary Ann at masager5@...
Sunday, March 15, 10:30 am Mass at St George's Church – contact Missy at maloofx4@... or Patty at pchebert@...
Girl Scout Bowling Event: Back by popular demand is the “Me and My Pal Bowling Event." (Details will be posted on this Web site later this week. Registration information is available now on the Yahoo Leader group.)
Registration deadline is March 4.
The price had to be increased this year due to increase in bowling fees, still a deal at $7.50 per girl (includes patch) and $6 per pal.
Contact person is Mary Ann at masager5@... anyone interested in helping at the event please contact Mary Ann.
Girl Scout Week: Remember the week including March 12 is always Girl Scout Week. This year it will run March 8 to March 14. This is a good time to say thank you to those in the community who help make your troop a success (i.e. those who helped with your meeting location, volunteers who have come to your meetings to help, etc.).
A suggestion is for your girls to write thank you cards/letters/posters or give gifts of Girl Scout cookies, etc.
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Friday, February 6, 2009
Girl Scout Day at Old Sturbidge Village Selling Out Quickly
FYI....Wanted to pass this along to everyone...
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Old Sturbridge Village is hosting a Girl Scout Day on Saturday, March 28. Registration began online on Monday, but by yesterday half the badge programs, Try-It programs, and educational workshops were already sold out.
Try-it and badge workshops are for Brownie & Junior Levels only but all levels of Girl Scouts can attend the day-long event.
Every Girl Scout registered will receive an OSV participation patch for the back of their vest. This once-a-year Old Sturbridge Village event is designed for all Girl Scouts who are interested in learning more about early 19th-century American history. Inspired by Women's History Month, this event will explore the everyday lives of New England girls and women through demonstrations and performances.
The cost to attend is $7 per Scout and $7 per leader/parent.
Most fun workshops and badge workshops are an additional $3 per person. There is no fee for a parent or chaperone to watch a badge or fun workshop.
A list of all the workshops is provided below as well as registration link.
Troops can register as a group on individually. A credit card is required.
*** This is NOT a drop off and pick up event.
Registration Information & Workshop Descriptions: http://www.osv.org/orders/listprograms.html?ID=19
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-- Susan Petroni, Media Manager Framingham Girl Scouts
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Old Sturbridge Village is hosting a Girl Scout Day on Saturday, March 28. Registration began online on Monday, but by yesterday half the badge programs, Try-It programs, and educational workshops were already sold out.
Try-it and badge workshops are for Brownie & Junior Levels only but all levels of Girl Scouts can attend the day-long event.
Every Girl Scout registered will receive an OSV participation patch for the back of their vest. This once-a-year Old Sturbridge Village event is designed for all Girl Scouts who are interested in learning more about early 19th-century American history. Inspired by Women's History Month, this event will explore the everyday lives of New England girls and women through demonstrations and performances.
The cost to attend is $7 per Scout and $7 per leader/parent.
Most fun workshops and badge workshops are an additional $3 per person. There is no fee for a parent or chaperone to watch a badge or fun workshop.
A list of all the workshops is provided below as well as registration link.
Troops can register as a group on individually. A credit card is required.
*** This is NOT a drop off and pick up event.
Registration Information & Workshop Descriptions: http://www.osv.org/orders/listprograms.html?ID=19
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-- Susan Petroni, Media Manager Framingham Girl Scouts
Medieval Maidens Try-It Offering from Central & Western Massachusetts Council
The Girl Scout Council of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering its exclusive Maidens Try-it Workshop for Brownies at Artzzone in Fitchburg on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Brownies earn your Medieval Maidens Try-It in this crafty fun workshop!
Ever wonder what it was like living in medieval times? Well, let's find out! How about sampling some medieval food or making a toy that was used long ago? Lots of fun activities lay ahead. Come on all you maidens, let's "try-it"!
Try-it patches are not included in the registration cost.
Talk to your leader about the Try-It cost and how to obtain. (This Council Own Try-it is available for purchase at the Worcester store.)
Troops and Individual Girl Scouts (Juliette and individual brownies with an adult) mat register.
Register directly with Artzzone by calling 978-345-1600 or e-mail info@artzzone.com.
Cost is $12 per Brownie. The event needs 20 Brownies. Registration will end on Feb. 27 or when 50 Brownies have registered.
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Brownies earn your Medieval Maidens Try-It in this crafty fun workshop!
Ever wonder what it was like living in medieval times? Well, let's find out! How about sampling some medieval food or making a toy that was used long ago? Lots of fun activities lay ahead. Come on all you maidens, let's "try-it"!
Try-it patches are not included in the registration cost.
Talk to your leader about the Try-It cost and how to obtain. (This Council Own Try-it is available for purchase at the Worcester store.)
Troops and Individual Girl Scouts (Juliette and individual brownies with an adult) mat register.
Register directly with Artzzone by calling 978-345-1600 or e-mail info@artzzone.com.
Cost is $12 per Brownie. The event needs 20 Brownies. Registration will end on Feb. 27 or when 50 Brownies have registered.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Council Offering April School Vacation Week Camp Days in Waltham; But No Bus Service This year
Girl Scout Council of Eastern Massachusetts is again offering day camp 4 days during April School vacation.
Each camp has a specific theme and will be held at Cedar Hill in Waltham from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost for each day is $30.
Below is a summary on each day's activities:
April 21: POP STAR CAMP: Create your own pop star persona at camp! Learn how to be a true diva on stage. Create pop star jewelry. End your day with a pop star performance by other campers. The stage is yours!
April 22: Mission Earth Camp: Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Save Planet Earth from global pollution. Master the eco-friendly challenges! Can you recycle more materials than the average girl? Can you complete the trash triathlon? Yes, you can!
April 23: Camp Fabulous: Do you have what it takes to be a fabulous camper? We think so! Come experience why camp is so marvelous! Try outdoor cooking, games, songs and crafts while spending time with friends outdoors.
April 24: Adventure Camp: Do you crave a little adventure in your life? Could you hit the bull's eye in archery if your team depended on you? Boulder across a rock wall or walk the tight wire? Test your limits in this adventure-filled day.
Unfortunately this year, Council has eliminated bus service to the Waltham-based school vacation week camps from the Framingham/Natick area.
COUNCIL's reasoning: "As for April Vacation Camp, we ran buses through Framingham the last 2 years. We had 4-6 girls on the bus. It was not cost effective to continue at this rate."
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To register, for any of the days visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
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Each camp has a specific theme and will be held at Cedar Hill in Waltham from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost for each day is $30.
Below is a summary on each day's activities:
April 21: POP STAR CAMP: Create your own pop star persona at camp! Learn how to be a true diva on stage. Create pop star jewelry. End your day with a pop star performance by other campers. The stage is yours!
April 22: Mission Earth Camp: Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Save Planet Earth from global pollution. Master the eco-friendly challenges! Can you recycle more materials than the average girl? Can you complete the trash triathlon? Yes, you can!
April 23: Camp Fabulous: Do you have what it takes to be a fabulous camper? We think so! Come experience why camp is so marvelous! Try outdoor cooking, games, songs and crafts while spending time with friends outdoors.
April 24: Adventure Camp: Do you crave a little adventure in your life? Could you hit the bull's eye in archery if your team depended on you? Boulder across a rock wall or walk the tight wire? Test your limits in this adventure-filled day.
Unfortunately this year, Council has eliminated bus service to the Waltham-based school vacation week camps from the Framingham/Natick area.
COUNCIL's reasoning: "As for April Vacation Camp, we ran buses through Framingham the last 2 years. We had 4-6 girls on the bus. It was not cost effective to continue at this rate."
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To register, for any of the days visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
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Framingham Bus Service Available For Camp Winnetaska This Summer
Bus Service for Camp Winnetaska in Ashland is available for Framingham residents.
Unfortunately, the information for Bus #4 didn't make it into the Camp Brochure sent out to all registered Girl Scouts by the Eastern Massachusetts Council.
Here is the information that was missing:
Bus 4: am pick-up / pm drop-off
Natick: Lilja School 7:45 5:15
Natick: Johnson School 7:55 5:05
Natick: Brown School 8:05 4:55
Framingham: McCarthy School 8:15 4:45
Framingham: Keefe Vocational School 8:25 4:35
Southboro: Town House Tot Lot 8:40 4:20
For more information on summer camp at Camp Winnetaska visit:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/camp-day-winnetaska.html
Unfortunately, the information for Bus #4 didn't make it into the Camp Brochure sent out to all registered Girl Scouts by the Eastern Massachusetts Council.
Here is the information that was missing:
Bus 4: am pick-up / pm drop-off
Natick: Lilja School 7:45 5:15
Natick: Johnson School 7:55 5:05
Natick: Brown School 8:05 4:55
Framingham: McCarthy School 8:15 4:45
Framingham: Keefe Vocational School 8:25 4:35
Southboro: Town House Tot Lot 8:40 4:20
For more information on summer camp at Camp Winnetaska visit:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/camp-day-winnetaska.html
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
Buy Girl Scout Cookies at 4 Upcoming Booth Sales
The following booth sales are scheduled by local Framingham Girl Scout Troops.
Stop by and purchase a box of cookies or 2 or even donate money to the troop.
Thanks in advance.
1) Stop & Shop on Temple Street on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2) Stop & Shop on Old Connecticut Path on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
3) Stop & Shop on Temple Street on Sunday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4) Stop & Shop on Old Connecticut Path on Monday, Feb. 9 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Stop by and purchase a box of cookies or 2 or even donate money to the troop.
Thanks in advance.
1) Stop & Shop on Temple Street on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2) Stop & Shop on Old Connecticut Path on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
3) Stop & Shop on Temple Street on Sunday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4) Stop & Shop on Old Connecticut Path on Monday, Feb. 9 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Council News on Girl Scout Cookie Sales!
This from Council:
SALE EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 31!
Because of inclement weather in January, the first few weeks of the cookie sale were challenging. We have extended the sale to give everybody a chance to sell in better weather.
Book another booth sale, and the girls can go back out with order cards.
Make reservations in QuickBase, then go to any cupboard to pick up the cookies.
You can keep booth sale cookies for up to a week now, so you have time to create more opportunities to sell out.
The final payment date is now April 2.
SALE EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 31!
Because of inclement weather in January, the first few weeks of the cookie sale were challenging. We have extended the sale to give everybody a chance to sell in better weather.
Book another booth sale, and the girls can go back out with order cards.
Make reservations in QuickBase, then go to any cupboard to pick up the cookies.
You can keep booth sale cookies for up to a week now, so you have time to create more opportunities to sell out.
The final payment date is now April 2.
Friday, January 30, 2009
COUNCIL EVENT: Music Mania for Brownies on March 21 in Rockland
Girl Scout Council of Eastern Massachusetts if offering a special Music Mania program for Brownies on Saturday, March 21 in Rockland. The program includes folk dancing, make your own musical instrument, and create and master your rhythm.
The program will be held at the Jefferson Elementary School, at 34 James Street in Rockland. Registration is $9 per Brownie. Adults are free.
For additional information and to register visit the council's program Web page at:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/
The program will be held at the Jefferson Elementary School, at 34 James Street in Rockland. Registration is $9 per Brownie. Adults are free.
For additional information and to register visit the council's program Web page at:
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/
Thursday, January 29, 2009
COUNCIL EVENT: Junior Puzzlers badge Workshop in Norton
Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council is offering Puzzlers: A Junior Badge Workshop on March 11 from 5;30 to 7:30 p.m. in Norton.
The badge workshop features mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles. The price includes the badge.
The workshop will be held at Camp Edith Read, 79 North Worcester Street, in Norton. The cost is $9 per Scout. Chaperones are free.
For more information and to register, visit
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
The badge workshop features mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles. The price includes the badge.
The workshop will be held at Camp Edith Read, 79 North Worcester Street, in Norton. The cost is $9 per Scout. Chaperones are free.
For more information and to register, visit
http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
COUNCIL EVENT: Explore Space
Explore Space! Discover Life?: What lies beyond our solar system? How do we look for life on other planets? Discover new planets, observe new life forms and design useful gadgets for collecting space samples, through fun, hands-on experiments.
Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council is offering this special event for Daisy and Brownie Scouts on Saturday, Feb 28 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Taunton Elks Club at 119 High St., The cost is $8 per girl. Adult chaperones are free. Individual scouts and Juliette Scouts can register but an adult must register with them.
For additional information and to register visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council is offering this special event for Daisy and Brownie Scouts on Saturday, Feb 28 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Taunton Elks Club at 119 High St., The cost is $8 per girl. Adult chaperones are free. Individual scouts and Juliette Scouts can register but an adult must register with them.
For additional information and to register visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html
Monday, January 26, 2009
COUNCIL EVENT: Brownie Try It program in Maynard on Sunday, March 8
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering Little Breeze, Big Wind on Sunday, March 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. for Brownies in grades 2 & 3 only.
Brownie Movers Try-It badge.
Program info: The wind can create a gentle breeze or a powerful hurricane. An airplane couldn’t fly without the wind blowing on its wings. Can you make things that are powered by the wind and have fun doing it?
Location: Maynard Elks Lodge, 34 Powder Mill Rd, Maynard
Cost: $9 Brownie & $0 adult/leader
Please check with a troop leader if your daughter would like to attend.
This is not a drop-off and pick-up event, so if a troop leader is not attending a parent will need to stay.
Registration deadline: Friday, Feb. 6 or until registration fills up.
Brownie Movers Try-It badge.
Program info: The wind can create a gentle breeze or a powerful hurricane. An airplane couldn’t fly without the wind blowing on its wings. Can you make things that are powered by the wind and have fun doing it?
Location: Maynard Elks Lodge, 34 Powder Mill Rd, Maynard
Cost: $9 Brownie & $0 adult/leader
Please check with a troop leader if your daughter would like to attend.
This is not a drop-off and pick-up event, so if a troop leader is not attending a parent will need to stay.
Registration deadline: Friday, Feb. 6 or until registration fills up.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Girl Scout Cookies Safe from Peanut Recall
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts wants to assure the public that two bakers of peanut butter Girl Scout cookies are not affected by the peanut butter recall. The peanut butter used by ABC Bakers' Peanut Butter Sandwich and Peanut Butter Patty cookies is not linked to the recall. According to ABC Bakers', they do not source peanut butter from either PCA or King Nut. ABC Bakers' peanut butter supplier is Hampton Farms. Further, incoming peanut butter shipments are tested for salmonella to prevent contamination of our products. ABC Bakers is the company used by Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts for their cookie sales. Little Brownie Bakers also announced in a statement that their products are not made with peanut butter tied to the recall. The company said that they do not use peanut butter supplied by the Peanut Corporation of America which is the focus of the FDA Investigation.
The annual Girl Scout cookie sale began on January 5th and ends March 15th.
Stock up while you can! This year Girl Scout cookies include Thin Mints, Caramel deLites; Peanut Butter Patties, Shortbread, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Lemonades, Thanks-A-Lot and the brand new Daisy Go Rounds, in honor of Daisy Girl Scouts sell Girl Scout cookies for the first time! The Daisy Go Rounds contain five grab-and-go snack packs full of crispy cinnamon flowers blooming with flavor in every bite. All the eight varieties of cookies are lower in trans fat per serving than FDA regulations.
.For more information about the Girl Scout cookie sale, please visit www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/cookies
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The annual Girl Scout cookie sale began on January 5th and ends March 15th.
Stock up while you can! This year Girl Scout cookies include Thin Mints, Caramel deLites; Peanut Butter Patties, Shortbread, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Lemonades, Thanks-A-Lot and the brand new Daisy Go Rounds, in honor of Daisy Girl Scouts sell Girl Scout cookies for the first time! The Daisy Go Rounds contain five grab-and-go snack packs full of crispy cinnamon flowers blooming with flavor in every bite. All the eight varieties of cookies are lower in trans fat per serving than FDA regulations.
.For more information about the Girl Scout cookie sale, please visit www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/cookies
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Tuesday, January 13, 2009
2 OPTIONAL GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY EVENTS
St. Bridget Church and St. George's Church will both host Girl Scout Sunday in March
Below is the details.
If your daughter is interested in attending, please have her Troop leader contact the organizers (c0ntact info is below).
PS: It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. St. Bridget Church (downstairs)
Contact: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Details: All Girl Scouts, Leaders, and their families are invited to join St. Bridget Parish as we celebrate Girl Scout Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to wear their uniforms and sit together in the reserved pews near the front of the church. It is recommended that the girls arrive by 8:45 a.m. to be seated in the reserved area. It is encouraged to have Safety wise adults sit with the girls in the reserved section. As a reminder we are there representing the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts and are guests to the church, please help keep the girls quiet before, during and after the Mass. Contact Mary Ann ASAP if a girl in your Troop is interested in the following:
* Like to participate in the Mass as readers, altar servers, gift bearers, or door greeters. Please call early for this first come first serve opportunity.
* With an approximate number of attendees to ensure adequate seating and for your troopʼs number to be displayed at the end of the pew.
* Final decision for helpers will be made on Feb. 28th
Note: Since this will be a family event an Activity Application Form for the town will NOT be completed. Feel free to complete the form for your troop if you wish.
Girl Scout Sunday at St. George's Church in Framingham for 10:30 a.m. upstairs.
Details: 10:30 a.m. upstairs church with refreshments to follow in the meeting hall downstairs
The girls will be invited after Communion to sing together This Little Light of Mine
We will also need troops to volunteer to set up the refreshments, we would like each troop to bring either a beverage or baked good for everyone to share.
We need a Reader (can be a mom/dad and daughter?)
Greeter's for before Mass and After to welcome to the Meeting Hall
We would like to have a head count from troops by February 22nd so we can plan accordingly. Contacts: Missy at maloofx4@hotmail.com or Patty Hebert at pchebert@rcn.com .
It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
Below is the details.
If your daughter is interested in attending, please have her Troop leader contact the organizers (c0ntact info is below).
PS: It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
Sunday, March 8: 9 a.m. St. Bridget Church (downstairs)
Contact: Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Details: All Girl Scouts, Leaders, and their families are invited to join St. Bridget Parish as we celebrate Girl Scout Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to wear their uniforms and sit together in the reserved pews near the front of the church. It is recommended that the girls arrive by 8:45 a.m. to be seated in the reserved area. It is encouraged to have Safety wise adults sit with the girls in the reserved section. As a reminder we are there representing the Town of Framingham Girl Scouts and are guests to the church, please help keep the girls quiet before, during and after the Mass. Contact Mary Ann ASAP if a girl in your Troop is interested in the following:
* Like to participate in the Mass as readers, altar servers, gift bearers, or door greeters. Please call early for this first come first serve opportunity.
* With an approximate number of attendees to ensure adequate seating and for your troopʼs number to be displayed at the end of the pew.
* Final decision for helpers will be made on Feb. 28th
Note: Since this will be a family event an Activity Application Form for the town will NOT be completed. Feel free to complete the form for your troop if you wish.
Girl Scout Sunday at St. George's Church in Framingham for 10:30 a.m. upstairs.
Details: 10:30 a.m. upstairs church with refreshments to follow in the meeting hall downstairs
The girls will be invited after Communion to sing together This Little Light of Mine
We will also need troops to volunteer to set up the refreshments, we would like each troop to bring either a beverage or baked good for everyone to share.
We need a Reader (can be a mom/dad and daughter?)
Greeter's for before Mass and After to welcome to the Meeting Hall
We would like to have a head count from troops by February 22nd so we can plan accordingly. Contacts: Missy at maloofx4@hotmail.com or Patty Hebert at pchebert@rcn.com .
It is a family event but we would love it if the girls and the leaders would sit together in assigned seating! Please remember to wear your sash or vest to this event!
Friday, January 9, 2009
Girl Scout Leader january 2009 Meeting Summary
Introductions/Attendance: 6 leaders/volunteers present
Cookies: “Cookie University” was held at the Plymouth Church at the Dec 2 meeting, questions/concerns to Helena. Delivery date is scheduled for Tues, Feb 10 at St George Hall. Helena will send out an e-mail the week before with your troop’s scheduled pick up time, remember “many hands make for light work” any volunteers that sign up to help that morning will be able to take their cookies first
Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next meeting due to low attendance, we will ask a council representative to attend and explain any new criteria/suggestions for Bridging in light of the newly instituted Girl Scout levels
Troop #’s: You will notice that with the merge of councils and our new council name = Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass we also have an adjustment to our troop numbers. Previously the numbers were 4 digits, to be sure there are no duplicates since the merge any troops in the old “Patriot’s Trail Council” will now have a “7” to start their troop number.
So if your troop number was “2125” it will now be noted as “72125”
Each leader may decide whether to add the extra 7 to the uniform or not, but please when contacting the council, especially at registration time please do note your NEW troop number.
Library Display: Nancy is going to try and get March for the Girl Scout display, she expects it may not be until 2010
Girl Scout Sunday (Details to post on this Web site soon)
Please contact Mary Ann if your girls are interested in attending to reserve a pew with your troop number, helpers = Altar Servers, Readers, Gift Bearers, and Door Greeters are needed and are assigned on a first come first serve basis.
next Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Church
Cookies: “Cookie University” was held at the Plymouth Church at the Dec 2 meeting, questions/concerns to Helena. Delivery date is scheduled for Tues, Feb 10 at St George Hall. Helena will send out an e-mail the week before with your troop’s scheduled pick up time, remember “many hands make for light work” any volunteers that sign up to help that morning will be able to take their cookies first
Bridging: Discussion on Bridging to be held at the next meeting due to low attendance, we will ask a council representative to attend and explain any new criteria/suggestions for Bridging in light of the newly instituted Girl Scout levels
Troop #’s: You will notice that with the merge of councils and our new council name = Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass we also have an adjustment to our troop numbers. Previously the numbers were 4 digits, to be sure there are no duplicates since the merge any troops in the old “Patriot’s Trail Council” will now have a “7” to start their troop number.
So if your troop number was “2125” it will now be noted as “72125”
Each leader may decide whether to add the extra 7 to the uniform or not, but please when contacting the council, especially at registration time please do note your NEW troop number.
Library Display: Nancy is going to try and get March for the Girl Scout display, she expects it may not be until 2010
Girl Scout Sunday (Details to post on this Web site soon)
Please contact Mary Ann if your girls are interested in attending to reserve a pew with your troop number, helpers = Altar Servers, Readers, Gift Bearers, and Door Greeters are needed and are assigned on a first come first serve basis.
next Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Church
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Central & Western Massachusetts Council Offering Special medieval Maidens Brownie Try-It Workshop
Thursday, Feb. 5 is the deadline to register for the special Medieval Maidens Brownie Try-It badge program offered exclusively by the Central & Western Massachusetts Girl Scout Council on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 12;30 p.m.
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TRY-IT INFO: 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. Brownies will take a tour, do a craft, and have fun earning the exclusive "Medieval Maidens" Try-It, which will be distributed to Brownies that day.
Register directly with Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester by contacting Rhonda Houle at 508-853-6015 x20 or e-mail rhoule@higgins.org.
Cost: $17 per Brownie, $8 per adult. No siblings.
Registration will remain open through Thursday, Feb. 5 or until 30 girls have registered.
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TRY-IT INFO: 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. Brownies will take a tour, do a craft, and have fun earning the exclusive "Medieval Maidens" Try-It, which will be distributed to Brownies that day.
Register directly with Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester by contacting Rhonda Houle at 508-853-6015 x20 or e-mail rhoule@higgins.org.
Cost: $17 per Brownie, $8 per adult. No siblings.
Registration will remain open through Thursday, Feb. 5 or until 30 girls have registered.
Friday, January 2, 2009
COOK SALE TIME!
Cookie sale time is now through January 16th: During this time your daughter may sell to family, friends, neighbors, team mates, teachers, your coworkers etc...
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When your daughter sells in person remember:
* Always have adult supervision. Be safe!
* One box of cookies is $4
* Money is due upon DELIVERY of cookies, not at time of sale
* Wear your vest over your jacket to show that you are a Girl Scout - and proud of it!
* Troop earns $.60 per box sold.
* Self confidence is developed as girls practice selling cookies to familiar adults.
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Why sell Girl Scout Cookies?
Girls can earn the 2009 Cookie Activity Pin to wear on your vest.
Other cookie sale incentive prizes include: bracelet kit, plush pony, t-shirt, and more!
Troop Award: When every girl in a troop sells at least 12 boxes of cookies the troop will earn a special Troop Journal scrapbook.
Cookies are expected to arrive in early February
Money is due in mid-March
Prizes are expected to arrive in late May.
Leaders with any cookie questions, should contact the yahoo group & Helene
Parents with any questions should contact their troop leader.
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When your daughter sells in person remember:
* Always have adult supervision. Be safe!
* One box of cookies is $4
* Money is due upon DELIVERY of cookies, not at time of sale
* Wear your vest over your jacket to show that you are a Girl Scout - and proud of it!
* Troop earns $.60 per box sold.
* Self confidence is developed as girls practice selling cookies to familiar adults.
.
Why sell Girl Scout Cookies?
Girls can earn the 2009 Cookie Activity Pin to wear on your vest.
Other cookie sale incentive prizes include: bracelet kit, plush pony, t-shirt, and more!
Troop Award: When every girl in a troop sells at least 12 boxes of cookies the troop will earn a special Troop Journal scrapbook.
Cookies are expected to arrive in early February
Money is due in mid-March
Prizes are expected to arrive in late May.
Leaders with any cookie questions, should contact the yahoo group & Helene
Parents with any questions should contact their troop leader.
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