Framingham Girl Scouts will hold a registration/information night on Monday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, at the corner of Brook and Water streets, in Framingham.
The cost to register a girl for Scouts is $12.
Please note Each Scout Troop may charge an optional fee for annual or per meeting dues.
Daisy Scouts - K & first grade
Brownie - 2nd & 3rd grade
Junior - 4th & 5th grade
Cadette - 6-7-8 grade
Senior - 9th & 10th grade
Ambassador - 11th & 12th grade
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Girls who can not be placed in a troop, for whatever reason, will be registered as a Juliette Scout. .
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Leaders are needed at all levels!
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If you can not make registration night in October and wish to register your daughter as a Girl Scout, at any level, please e-mail Framingham Service Unit's Membership Coordinator Lauren Fawell at lauren.fawell@comcast.net
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Monday, September 14, 2009
Framingham Girl Scout Leader MINUTES (Sept. 2009)
Framingham Girl Scout Leader Meeting Tuesday, September 8, 2009
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Council programs and forms: www.girlscoutseasternmass.org
Town web site: www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com
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All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church. Next meeting= October 6
Agenda: Fall Registration discussion, upcoming events: roller skating, tree lighting, Menorah lighting
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Introductions/Attendance: 10 in attendance
1. Council Updates: Lou Ann Kelly is our new contact person at council, she is in the Waltham office and can be reached by e-mail at mailto:lakelly%40girlscoutseasternmass.org
A. Family Partnership – please check your troop folder in the box at the church for the Family Partnership Campaign pamphlets. This program is vital to supporting the many camps, trainings, and programs offered at the council level – did you know it costs the council approximately $286 per girl per year? Keep in mind the $12 dues collected each year goes directly to National Girl Scouts. The Family Partnership and Cookies support the council and they are in desperate need of support. It has been shown in the past that when troop leaders explain the importance of the Family Partnership directly to the parents the donations are more frequent and higher. Please ask your families to support this program, even if they can only donate $10-$25.
B. Florida Everglades Trip 2009-2010– flyer given out: info nights = Oct 4, 2-3pm in Norton and Oct 18, 4-5 in Reading – must pre-register – check the web site
C. GSEM Free family day at Harvard Women’s Soccer – Sat, Sept 26 at 11am, info: mailto:lsouza%40girlscoutseasternmass.org or call 774-766-69184.
D. Volunteer CORI forms – all volunteers now need to complete a CORI form every three years (previously it was 5 years), there is also a new procedure – the form’s signature must be witnessed by an “approved” volunteer, Lou Ann from council is approved and we are looking into getting someone in town approved.
E. Cradles to Crayons – flyer on this program to help supply clothes/shoes/presents/toys/books/etc to children in need for more information visit: www.cradlestocrayons.org or e-mail – mailto:Christine%40cradlestocrayons.org
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2. Fall Encampment: due to low interest last spring there is no encampment planned at this time.
Helena has also decided to step down as the Encampment Director for the Town of Framingham – it would be great to have a new volunteer sign up, council provides all necessary training
check out their web site
3. Spring Registration Early Bird Patches: if your troop registered last spring your early bird patches are now in your troop folder at the church
4. Fall Registration: is now under way and due to Deb by mid-October. Your fall packet is at the church with all the necessary forms, please contact Deb at 508-405-1211 or with any questions.
Reminder: your troop may not meet or sell cookies until their registration in completed and with the town registrar.
FYI – the registration fee for this year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised) – the deposit must be made and three copies obtained from the bank to complete the registration process
5. Service Unit Open Positions: we are in search of a Treasurer and Encampment Director – the treasurer position training can be done by Helena, but the Encampment Director must obtain training through the council – check the web site for requirements, further discussion of Service Unit Openings to be discussed at the October Leader Meeting.
6. TentativeTownwide Events:
A. Oct 25 – Math and Computer Workshop at St Bridget School Hall – flyer to come out with specific details soon. Estimated. cost is $6.50 per Brownie and Junior, and $5 per Daisy (Daisies will work on Math portion only). Due to limited space the cut off will be set at 80 girls
B. Roller skating party- TBA
C. Tree Lighting –TBA, we need to hear from the town regarding the completion of construction at town hall
D. Girl Scout Sunday – St Bridget Church will host a Mass on Sun, March 7 at 9 a.m., watch for flyer
E. Girl Scout Bowling –tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 6 late morning/early afternoon
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Council programs and forms: www.girlscoutseasternmass.org
Town web site: www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com
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All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church. Next meeting= October 6
Agenda: Fall Registration discussion, upcoming events: roller skating, tree lighting, Menorah lighting
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Introductions/Attendance: 10 in attendance
1. Council Updates: Lou Ann Kelly is our new contact person at council, she is in the Waltham office and can be reached by e-mail at mailto:lakelly%40girlscoutseasternmass.org
A. Family Partnership – please check your troop folder in the box at the church for the Family Partnership Campaign pamphlets. This program is vital to supporting the many camps, trainings, and programs offered at the council level – did you know it costs the council approximately $286 per girl per year? Keep in mind the $12 dues collected each year goes directly to National Girl Scouts. The Family Partnership and Cookies support the council and they are in desperate need of support. It has been shown in the past that when troop leaders explain the importance of the Family Partnership directly to the parents the donations are more frequent and higher. Please ask your families to support this program, even if they can only donate $10-$25.
B. Florida Everglades Trip 2009-2010– flyer given out: info nights = Oct 4, 2-3pm in Norton and Oct 18, 4-5 in Reading – must pre-register – check the web site
C. GSEM Free family day at Harvard Women’s Soccer – Sat, Sept 26 at 11am, info: mailto:lsouza%40girlscoutseasternmass.org or call 774-766-69184.
D. Volunteer CORI forms – all volunteers now need to complete a CORI form every three years (previously it was 5 years), there is also a new procedure – the form’s signature must be witnessed by an “approved” volunteer, Lou Ann from council is approved and we are looking into getting someone in town approved.
E. Cradles to Crayons – flyer on this program to help supply clothes/shoes/presents/toys/books/etc to children in need for more information visit: www.cradlestocrayons.org or e-mail – mailto:Christine%40cradlestocrayons.org
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2. Fall Encampment: due to low interest last spring there is no encampment planned at this time.
Helena has also decided to step down as the Encampment Director for the Town of Framingham – it would be great to have a new volunteer sign up, council provides all necessary training
check out their web site
3. Spring Registration Early Bird Patches: if your troop registered last spring your early bird patches are now in your troop folder at the church
4. Fall Registration: is now under way and due to Deb by mid-October. Your fall packet is at the church with all the necessary forms, please contact Deb at 508-405-1211 or with any questions.
Reminder: your troop may not meet or sell cookies until their registration in completed and with the town registrar.
FYI – the registration fee for this year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised) – the deposit must be made and three copies obtained from the bank to complete the registration process
5. Service Unit Open Positions: we are in search of a Treasurer and Encampment Director – the treasurer position training can be done by Helena, but the Encampment Director must obtain training through the council – check the web site for requirements, further discussion of Service Unit Openings to be discussed at the October Leader Meeting.
6. TentativeTownwide Events:
A. Oct 25 – Math and Computer Workshop at St Bridget School Hall – flyer to come out with specific details soon. Estimated. cost is $6.50 per Brownie and Junior, and $5 per Daisy (Daisies will work on Math portion only). Due to limited space the cut off will be set at 80 girls
B. Roller skating party- TBA
C. Tree Lighting –TBA, we need to hear from the town regarding the completion of construction at town hall
D. Girl Scout Sunday – St Bridget Church will host a Mass on Sun, March 7 at 9 a.m., watch for flyer
E. Girl Scout Bowling –tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 6 late morning/early afternoon
Saturday, September 12, 2009
2009-10 FRAMINGHAM SERVICE UNIT LEADERSHIP/CONTACTS
Town Web site: www.FraminghamGirlScouts.blogspot.com
Leaders can register for Yahoo Group by contacting Carolyn Limeri below.
Council Contacts: Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
1-866-268-8652 or www.girlscoutseasternmass.org
Lou Ann Kelly = lakelly@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Service Unit Contacts:
Town Coordinator = Nancy Solomon at 508-788-1070 or nasolomon@rcn.com
(Nancy is stepping down and the Service Unit is looking for a new coordinator for Sept. 2010)
Registrar = Deb Brisbois at 508-405-1211 or dbrisbois6@verizon.net
(Deb is stepping down and the Service Unit is looking for a new Registrar for Sept. 2010)
Troop Organizer = Lauren Fawell at Lauren.fawell@comcast.net
Secretary = Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Yahoo Group Coordinator = Carolyn Limeri at 508-877-4215 or limeri01701@yahoo.com
Treasurer = Mary Ayotte
Program Liaison = Grace Burke 508-877-3818
Adult Recognition = Pat Aulenbach at 508-533-6510 or paulenbach@girlscoutseasternmass.org and Paula Brackett at 508-877-2478 or pbrackett@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Cookie Chair = Helena Siciliano at 508-877-7902 or helenasic@yahoo.com
Town-wide Encampment = position is open
Family Partnership = position is open
Media Manager = Susan Scully Petroni at spetroni@rcn.com
Area Association Delegates = Connie Miles at 508-624-6382 or zetacem1@yahoo.com and 1 other opening
Event Coordinators = assigned to specific events throughout the year
Supplies Storage (flags, etc) = Lauren Fawell (see above)
Library Display = Nancy Solomon (see above)
If you are interested in volunteering for a position with the town, please feel free to
contact the Town Coordinator or Secretary
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UPDATED ON Nov 5, 2009
Leaders can register for Yahoo Group by contacting Carolyn Limeri below.
Council Contacts: Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
1-866-268-8652 or www.girlscoutseasternmass.org
Lou Ann Kelly = lakelly@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Service Unit Contacts:
Town Coordinator = Nancy Solomon at 508-788-1070 or nasolomon@rcn.com
(Nancy is stepping down and the Service Unit is looking for a new coordinator for Sept. 2010)
Registrar = Deb Brisbois at 508-405-1211 or dbrisbois6@verizon.net
(Deb is stepping down and the Service Unit is looking for a new Registrar for Sept. 2010)
Troop Organizer = Lauren Fawell at Lauren.fawell@comcast.net
Secretary = Mary Ann Sager at 508-872-4989 or masager5@yahoo.com
Yahoo Group Coordinator = Carolyn Limeri at 508-877-4215 or limeri01701@yahoo.com
Treasurer = Mary Ayotte
Program Liaison = Grace Burke 508-877-3818
Adult Recognition = Pat Aulenbach at 508-533-6510 or paulenbach@girlscoutseasternmass.org and Paula Brackett at 508-877-2478 or pbrackett@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Cookie Chair = Helena Siciliano at 508-877-7902 or helenasic@yahoo.com
Town-wide Encampment = position is open
Family Partnership = position is open
Media Manager = Susan Scully Petroni at spetroni@rcn.com
Area Association Delegates = Connie Miles at 508-624-6382 or zetacem1@yahoo.com and 1 other opening
Event Coordinators = assigned to specific events throughout the year
Supplies Storage (flags, etc) = Lauren Fawell (see above)
Library Display = Nancy Solomon (see above)
If you are interested in volunteering for a position with the town, please feel free to
contact the Town Coordinator or Secretary
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Registration: Girl Scouts Day - Saturday, Sept. 12 at several Massachusetts Malls
Saturday, September 12, is Girl Scout Day in Eastern Massachusetts and to commemorate the day, the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is hosting a series of registration and celebration events at eight area Simon Malls from noon – 3 p.m. (Solomon Pond Mall in Marlborough is the closest to Framingham).
The cost to register your daughter for Girl Scouts this year is just $12.
Framingham Girl Scouts will hold its own registration on Monday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, at the corner of Brook and Water streets, in Framingham.
Participating malls in Saturday's Girl Scout Day registrations include:
Arsenal Mall in Watertown
Burlington Mall in Burlington
Cape Cod Mall in Hyannis
Liberty Tree in Danvers
Northshore Mall in Peabody
Solomon Pond Mall in Marlborough
South Shore Plaza in Braintree
Square One Mall in Saugus
The cost to register your daughter for Girl Scouts this year is just $12.
Framingham Girl Scouts will hold its own registration on Monday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, at the corner of Brook and Water streets, in Framingham.
Participating malls in Saturday's Girl Scout Day registrations include:
Arsenal Mall in Watertown
Burlington Mall in Burlington
Cape Cod Mall in Hyannis
Liberty Tree in Danvers
Northshore Mall in Peabody
Solomon Pond Mall in Marlborough
South Shore Plaza in Braintree
Square One Mall in Saugus
Junior Science Discovery Badge Workshop in Walpole on Oct. 21
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is holding a Science Discovery Badge workshop in Walpole on Oct. 21 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for Junior level Scouts.
Get Smart. Experiment! Ask questions and find the answers - put your investigative powers to the test! Create a chemical reaction, perform water tricks and make a collage. Find your inner scientist! Girls will earn the Science Discovery Badge during this workshop.
Pre-registration with the Eastern Massachusetts Council is required. Badge is included in the registration fee.
Cost is $10 per Junior Scout and $0 for adults & leaders.
Workshop will be held at the Walpole Scout House, Scout Road.
Get Smart. Experiment! Ask questions and find the answers - put your investigative powers to the test! Create a chemical reaction, perform water tricks and make a collage. Find your inner scientist! Girls will earn the Science Discovery Badge during this workshop.
Pre-registration with the Eastern Massachusetts Council is required. Badge is included in the registration fee.
Cost is $10 per Junior Scout and $0 for adults & leaders.
Workshop will be held at the Walpole Scout House, Scout Road.
FREE Girl Scout Family Day at Harvard Women's Soccer Saturday, Sept. 26
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is holding a FREE Family Day at Harvard University's Women's Soccer on Saturday, Sept 26. game time is 11 a.m.
Highlights of the event include: Girl Scout registration, on field activities, autograph sessions with the athletes, and more.
For additional information contact Council at 774-766-6918 or e-mail lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Highlights of the event include: Girl Scout registration, on field activities, autograph sessions with the athletes, and more.
For additional information contact Council at 774-766-6918 or e-mail lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Coastal Sweep - Beach Cleanup in Gloucester on Oct. 18th
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is sponsoring a Coastal Clean up in Gloucester at Stage Fort Park beaches on Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for all levels of Scouting -- Daisy through Ambassador.
There is no fee to register, but pre-registration is suggested.
Come to water’s edge for this council-wide service project. Last year, we gathered 100 pounds of debris along the beach! Take action to fight pollution by cleaning up part of the coastline. Bring a bag lunch and have a picnic at the beach. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Families of Scouts Welcome, also.
There is no fee to register, but pre-registration is suggested.
Come to water’s edge for this council-wide service project. Last year, we gathered 100 pounds of debris along the beach! Take action to fight pollution by cleaning up part of the coastline. Bring a bag lunch and have a picnic at the beach. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Families of Scouts Welcome, also.
COUNCIL: Junior Scout Witch Trials Program in October
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a history-Herstory program on the Salem Witch Trials in Wenham on Oct 17 from 1 to 3 p.m.
What was it like for girls your age during the Salem Witch Trials?
Earn the Colonial History badge at the Wenham Museum, through hands-on activities and discussion of life during the late 1600’s.
The Program includes a visit to the Gerrish room in the museum’s historic home, embroidering and a cup of mulled cider.
For Junior Scouts only.
At the Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Wenham, MA 01984
Pre-registration is required. Cost is $11.50 per Scout. Adult & leaders are free.
Juliette Scout at Junior level may register.
What was it like for girls your age during the Salem Witch Trials?
Earn the Colonial History badge at the Wenham Museum, through hands-on activities and discussion of life during the late 1600’s.
The Program includes a visit to the Gerrish room in the museum’s historic home, embroidering and a cup of mulled cider.
For Junior Scouts only.
At the Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Wenham, MA 01984
Pre-registration is required. Cost is $11.50 per Scout. Adult & leaders are free.
Juliette Scout at Junior level may register.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Gold Award Orientation in Waltham on Oct. 6
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts will hold a Gold Award Orientation session Oct 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
Pre-registration is required but the fee is $0 for Scout, adult, or leader.
Girls and adults are encouraged to attend orientation before beginning to work on the Gold Award.
You will learn about the process and get tips to move forward.
GSUSA's new guidelines will be discussed and all questions will be answered.
Senior & Ambassador level Scouts are eligible.
Pre-registration is required but the fee is $0 for Scout, adult, or leader.
Girls and adults are encouraged to attend orientation before beginning to work on the Gold Award.
You will learn about the process and get tips to move forward.
GSUSA's new guidelines will be discussed and all questions will be answered.
Senior & Ambassador level Scouts are eligible.
Go For It! Silver award Orientations on October 6 in Waltham
This info session is for Cadettes interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Silver Award, and for the adults who will support them. Learn about the prerequisites, appropriate projects and documentation. Please check our website for the newest requirements.
GSUSA was updating Silver Award requirements in August 2009.
Date: Oct 06 from 6 to 8 p.m.
at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham
Pre-registration is required but there is no fee for Scout, adult or leader.
GSUSA was updating Silver Award requirements in August 2009.
Date: Oct 06 from 6 to 8 p.m.
at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham
Pre-registration is required but there is no fee for Scout, adult or leader.
Girl Scout Night at the Circus: Oct 16
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council has put together a "Bring the whole family to 'The Greatest Show on Earth!' event for Girl Scouts on Friday night, Oct. 16.
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Over the Top is an all-new wacky and whimsical circus spectacular where dogs fly, Asian elephants stomp, hop and groove, and one courageous man stands eye-to-eye with a pack of powerful Bengal tigers. Extraordinary aerial acts fill the arena sky with a rare double-decker trapeze and Chinese acrobats propelling through the air.
*Come one hour before show time to explore the arena floor, meet the performers and animals up close, collect autographs from the stars and try on glittering costumes.
* Families Welcome to attend this special event at Girl Scout group rate prices - $18 per person.
* 6 p.m. pre-show and 7 p.m. circus.
* Tickets must be picked-up at a GSEM Service Center in Waltham, unless a leader is attending this event.
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Over the Top is an all-new wacky and whimsical circus spectacular where dogs fly, Asian elephants stomp, hop and groove, and one courageous man stands eye-to-eye with a pack of powerful Bengal tigers. Extraordinary aerial acts fill the arena sky with a rare double-decker trapeze and Chinese acrobats propelling through the air.
*Come one hour before show time to explore the arena floor, meet the performers and animals up close, collect autographs from the stars and try on glittering costumes.
* Families Welcome to attend this special event at Girl Scout group rate prices - $18 per person.
* 6 p.m. pre-show and 7 p.m. circus.
* Tickets must be picked-up at a GSEM Service Center in Waltham, unless a leader is attending this event.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Girl Scout Night at the New England Revolution - Saturday, Sept 26
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is hosting "Scout Night with the New England Revolution Scout Night" on Saturday, Sept. 26. game time 7:30 p.m. Registration is $25 per Scout, Leader/adult.
Registration price includes:
• Lower Level Ticket
• Troop Photo on the Gillette Stadium field (pre-game) %%%
• Food Voucher (pizza or hotdog, popcorn & soda)
• New England Revolution Scout Night Patch
• Free Parking
• Come Enjoy Patriot Place & Soccer Celebration before the game @ 5:30 P.M
• Pick up tickets at will call. The person who orders the tickets must pick them up and have a photo ID.
• Deadline to order tickets is 9/18.
%%%Troop Photo on the Gillette Stadium Field: Your group must order at least 20 tickets to be eligible to have a troop photo on Gillette Stadium Field.
Space for on-field photos are VERY LIMITED, please sign up early.
The photo will be mailed and e-mailed to the group leader following the game.
For more information about this special Girl Scout event please contact:
Joan Reilly at 781-373-4232 or jreilly@girlscoutseasternmass.org
Registration price includes:
• Lower Level Ticket
• Troop Photo on the Gillette Stadium field (pre-game) %%%
• Food Voucher (pizza or hotdog, popcorn & soda)
• New England Revolution Scout Night Patch
• Free Parking
• Come Enjoy Patriot Place & Soccer Celebration before the game @ 5:30 P.M
• Pick up tickets at will call. The person who orders the tickets must pick them up and have a photo ID.
• Deadline to order tickets is 9/18.
%%%Troop Photo on the Gillette Stadium Field: Your group must order at least 20 tickets to be eligible to have a troop photo on Gillette Stadium Field.
Space for on-field photos are VERY LIMITED, please sign up early.
The photo will be mailed and e-mailed to the group leader following the game.
For more information about this special Girl Scout event please contact:
Joan Reilly at 781-373-4232 or jreilly@girlscoutseasternmass.org
LEADER MEETING - Tuesday, Sept 8th
The first leader/Framingham Service Unit meeting of the year will be held on Tuesday, Sept 8 at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Church, on Edgell Road.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Support the Girl Scouts Commemorative Coin Act!
Help Support the Girl Scouts Commemorative Coin Act! Please contact your Member of Congress today.
To help GIRL SCOUTS go to the organization's national home page at: www.girlscouts4girls.org
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MORE INFO: The Girl Scouts Centennial Commemorative Coin Act will direct the U.S. Mint to issue 350,000 Commemorative Coins in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts.
This legislation recognizes the achievements of the Girl Scouts and the 50 million alumnae across the nation whose lives have been influenced through Girl Scouting. Enactment of this legislation will support Girl Scout programs across the country.
Congress approves only two coins each year, we have aggressive competition, and for this to pass we will need 290 House co-sponsors and 67 Senate cosponsors.
Our goal is to reach these numbers by September 2009
To help GIRL SCOUTS go to the organization's national home page at: www.girlscouts4girls.org
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MORE INFO: The Girl Scouts Centennial Commemorative Coin Act will direct the U.S. Mint to issue 350,000 Commemorative Coins in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts.
This legislation recognizes the achievements of the Girl Scouts and the 50 million alumnae across the nation whose lives have been influenced through Girl Scouting. Enactment of this legislation will support Girl Scout programs across the country.
Congress approves only two coins each year, we have aggressive competition, and for this to pass we will need 290 House co-sponsors and 67 Senate cosponsors.
Our goal is to reach these numbers by September 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009
Troop Field Trip Ideas
Looking for fun things to do with your Girl Scout Troop this summer, check out these ideas...
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http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/07/field-trip-outing-ideas-list.html
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They are also great Troop outings for next year.
--Enjoy the summer!
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http://framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com/2008/07/field-trip-outing-ideas-list.html
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They are also great Troop outings for next year.
--Enjoy the summer!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Early Bird Spring Registration Deadline is June 15
The spring registrations are starting to come in!
Thanks to all the leaders who have already registered.
To those of you who have yet to get the registrations in to me---What are you waiting for? :) Remember the fall will be SO much easier getting up and started if your troop is already registered.
My Girl Scout bin is out front by the basketball hoop. I'm usually home so feel free to ring the doorbell and drop it off.
If you have any questions AT ALL please email or call me! (E-mail works better but I will call you back, if you call.) No question is dumb. I'm here to help.
The Award of First Troop to Register goes to troop 72172 who not only got the registrations in first but turned them before June! Thanks to Kim McCarthy and Colleen Hildreth!
Let's see if Framingham can be 100% registered by June 15!
Deb Brisbois
Framingham Girl Scout Registrar
Thanks to all the leaders who have already registered.
To those of you who have yet to get the registrations in to me---What are you waiting for? :) Remember the fall will be SO much easier getting up and started if your troop is already registered.
My Girl Scout bin is out front by the basketball hoop. I'm usually home so feel free to ring the doorbell and drop it off.
If you have any questions AT ALL please email or call me! (E-mail works better but I will call you back, if you call.) No question is dumb. I'm here to help.
The Award of First Troop to Register goes to troop 72172 who not only got the registrations in first but turned them before June! Thanks to Kim McCarthy and Colleen Hildreth!
Let's see if Framingham can be 100% registered by June 15!
Deb Brisbois
Framingham Girl Scout Registrar
Top Girl Scout Cookie Seller in Massachusetts
Shannon Leary, 15, of Quincy, sold 2,254 boxes of Girl Scout cookies, which, according to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, makes her the highest seller in the state.
READ MORE AT:
http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/state_news/x1176003750/Top-Girl-Scout-sells-2-254-boxes-in-Massachusetts
READ MORE AT:
http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/state_news/x1176003750/Top-Girl-Scout-sells-2-254-boxes-in-Massachusetts
Friday, June 5, 2009
Leader/Volunteer Event on Tuesday, June 16
For more information log onto the Yahoo Framingham Girl Scouts Leader Group for this end-of-the-year event.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Town-wide Encampment Cancelled
I am sorry to say that there will not be a town-wide encampment in September.
There wasn't enough interest.
If any troop would be interested in camping with another troop that showed an interest in the encampment please let me know and I will e-mail the troops that wanted to attend the encampment. Please e-mail me at helenasic@... if you have any questions about teaming up with another troop and the process for reserving a campsite.
Thanks!
Helena
There wasn't enough interest.
If any troop would be interested in camping with another troop that showed an interest in the encampment please let me know and I will e-mail the troops that wanted to attend the encampment. Please e-mail me at helenasic@... if you have any questions about teaming up with another troop and the process for reserving a campsite.
Thanks!
Helena
Monday, May 11, 2009
MAY Leader Meeting Minutes
Council programs and forms: www.girlscoutseasternmass.org
Town Web site: www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com
All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church.
Next meeting = June ? --- End of year social at a leader's house, pot luck and BYOB & more info coming
MAY LEADER MEETING
Introductions/Attendance: 16 in attendance
Cookies: questions/concerns to Helena = incentives are in, please watch for an e-mail from Helena telling you how to pick up your troop' incentives
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Bridging: Town wide event to be held on Sunday, June 15 from 3-6 p.m. at St Bridget School Hall, troops planning to attend include = 2107 Daisy, 2172 Brownie, 2078 Brownie, 2147 Junior, 2125 Cadette, and possibly 2102 Brownie, a separate e-mail was sent to those troops interested with more specifics.
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Fall Encampment: Helena is determining interest in an encampment September 25-27, she will need to know which troops wish to attend no later than May 7 --please e-mail her directly at helenasic@... d with the following: troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper and a troop first aider
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End of Year Adult Recognitions --please e-mail Paula at pbracket@... with requests for: numeral guards (these are the number pins for years as a Girl Scout i.e. 5 year pin), Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Volunteer, etc. I'm sure all troops in town have at least one adult helping their troop that would appreciate earning these recognitions
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Spring Registration Packets: were handed out to those who attended, Deb gave an overview of instructions and has offered to "walk you through" the process e-mail her at dbrisbois6@..., Spring Registration is simple and makes starting up your troop in the fall much easier, they are due back to Deb by June 15, if you were not at the meeting tonight your packet was placed in your troop folder stored in the box at the bottom of the steps as you enter to go to the Plymouth church meeting rooms. FYI --the registration fee for next year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised) --the deposit must be made and 3 copies obtained from the bank to complete the registration process
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Lifetime Membership --there were some questions about the discrepancy in the registration instructions and on the membership forms about the cost for Lifetime Membership --to clarify: graduating seniors may sign up on an adult form for Lifetime Membership for $130 as long as they sign up by 9-30-09 (after 10-1-09 the cost is $156), adults may sign up for Lifetime Membership for $250 as long as they sign up by 9-30-09 (after 10-1-09 the cost is $300).
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Service Unit Open Positions: we are in search of a Town Treasurer and Encampment Director. The treasurer position training can be done by Helena, but the Encampment Director must obtain training through the council check the Web site for requirements
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End of Year Social: we hope to re-institute a popular tradition of getting together the last meeting of the year at a leader''s home for a "potluck" sampling of food and drink. "Bonnie-Jean, Lauren, and Mary Ann have voiced interest in sponsoring" More info to come
Town Web site: www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com
All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church.
Next meeting = June ? --- End of year social at a leader's house, pot luck and BYOB & more info coming
MAY LEADER MEETING
Introductions/Attendance: 16 in attendance
Cookies: questions/concerns to Helena = incentives are in, please watch for an e-mail from Helena telling you how to pick up your troop' incentives
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Bridging: Town wide event to be held on Sunday, June 15 from 3-6 p.m. at St Bridget School Hall, troops planning to attend include = 2107 Daisy, 2172 Brownie, 2078 Brownie, 2147 Junior, 2125 Cadette, and possibly 2102 Brownie, a separate e-mail was sent to those troops interested with more specifics.
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Fall Encampment: Helena is determining interest in an encampment September 25-27, she will need to know which troops wish to attend no later than May 7 --please e-mail her directly at helenasic@... d with the following: troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper and a troop first aider
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End of Year Adult Recognitions --please e-mail Paula at pbracket@... with requests for: numeral guards (these are the number pins for years as a Girl Scout i.e. 5 year pin), Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Volunteer, etc. I'm sure all troops in town have at least one adult helping their troop that would appreciate earning these recognitions
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Spring Registration Packets: were handed out to those who attended, Deb gave an overview of instructions and has offered to "walk you through" the process e-mail her at dbrisbois6@..., Spring Registration is simple and makes starting up your troop in the fall much easier, they are due back to Deb by June 15, if you were not at the meeting tonight your packet was placed in your troop folder stored in the box at the bottom of the steps as you enter to go to the Plymouth church meeting rooms. FYI --the registration fee for next year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised) --the deposit must be made and 3 copies obtained from the bank to complete the registration process
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Lifetime Membership --there were some questions about the discrepancy in the registration instructions and on the membership forms about the cost for Lifetime Membership --to clarify: graduating seniors may sign up on an adult form for Lifetime Membership for $130 as long as they sign up by 9-30-09 (after 10-1-09 the cost is $156), adults may sign up for Lifetime Membership for $250 as long as they sign up by 9-30-09 (after 10-1-09 the cost is $300).
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Service Unit Open Positions: we are in search of a Town Treasurer and Encampment Director. The treasurer position training can be done by Helena, but the Encampment Director must obtain training through the council check the Web site for requirements
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End of Year Social: we hope to re-institute a popular tradition of getting together the last meeting of the year at a leader''s home for a "potluck" sampling of food and drink. "Bonnie-Jean, Lauren, and Mary Ann have voiced interest in sponsoring" More info to come
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Fall Encampment Notification Deadline is May 7th
Framingham Girl Scouts and Encampment Director Helena is considering coordinating an encampment in September on the 25-26-27, but she will need to know interest first.
Leaders, please e-mail her directly no later than Thursday, May 7
if your troop is interested with the following information:
**troop #
**leader name(s)
**level of girls
**number of girls
**troop camper and troop first aider, if you have one
Note: The Jewish holiday does not begin until sundown on the 27th
Leaders, please e-mail her directly no later than Thursday, May 7
if your troop is interested with the following information:
**troop #
**leader name(s)
**level of girls
**number of girls
**troop camper and troop first aider, if you have one
Note: The Jewish holiday does not begin until sundown on the 27th
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Interested in Fall Camping?
Framingham Girl Scouts and Encampment Director Helena is considering coordinating an encampment in September, but she will need to know interest first.
Leaders, please e-mail her directly at later than May 1 if your troop is interested with the following:
troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper.
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Dates Framingham Scouts are looking at are: Sept. 11-12-13 or Sept. 25-26-27
Note: The Jewish holiday does not begin until sundown on the 27th
Leaders, please e-mail her directly at later than May 1 if your troop is interested with the following:
troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper.
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Dates Framingham Scouts are looking at are: Sept. 11-12-13 or Sept. 25-26-27
Note: The Jewish holiday does not begin until sundown on the 27th
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
April Leader Meeting Minutes
All leader meetings this year to be held the first Tuesday of the month at the Plymouth Church.
Next meeting, May 5. Agenda: Spring Registration, End of Year Forms, Bridging June 14, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
Introductions/Attendance: 10 in attendance
Cookies: questions/concerns to Helena. Incentives expected late April. All troops should have paid by now
Bridging: Town wide event to be held on Sunday, June 15 from 3-6 pm at St Bridget School Hall.
Troops planning to attend include = 2107 Daisy, 2172 Brownie, 2078 Brownie, 2125 Cadette, and possibly 2168 Junior, a separate e-mail will be sent to those troops interested with more specifics including cost. If your troop would like to participate you must e-mail Mary Ann at masager5@... no later than May 1st
PROGRAM UPDATES:
**Girl Scout Sunday:
* March 8 at St. Bridget Church (approx 50 attended)
* March 15 at St George's Church
* March 22 at 1st United Methodist Church (approx 10 attended)
**Girl Scout Shabbat: March 7
**Girl Scout Bowling Event -119 bowlers, went very well
Framingham Girl Scouts Web site -- You can receive updates from the Web site now by going to the site and in the top right corner Register e-mail address. Susan keeps this site updated and it has lots of useful information about meetings, events, and much more (www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com)
Fall Encampment: Helena is considering coordinating an encampment in September, but she will need to know interest first. Please e-mail her directly at helenasic@... no later than May 1 if your troop is interested with the following: troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper
End of Year Adult Recognitions: Please e-mail Paula at pbracket@... with requests for: numeral guards (these are the number pins for years as a Girl Scout i.e. 5 year pin), Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Volunteer, etc.
Spring Registration Packets: We expect these will be available at the next leader meeting, watch for update from Deb. FYI: the registration fee for next year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised)
Service Unit (SU) Positions: Please see the attachment of position descriptions. The following members have decided to continue volunteering again next year:
Coordinator = Nancy Solomon
Registrar = Deb Brisbois
Cookie Chair = Helena Siciliano
Troop/School Organizer = Lauren Fawell
Media Manager = Susan Scully Petroni
Secretary = Mary Ann Sager
Adult Recognition Specialist = Paula Bracket
Other positions are open and we are looking for volunteers to step forward and fill them, most importantly the following positions must be filled ASAP:
Treasurer (previously held by Helena -- she will help train)
Encampment Director (previously held by Helena. She will help, but council training required)
Area Association Delegates
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Next meeting, May 5. Agenda: Spring Registration, End of Year Forms, Bridging June 14, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
Introductions/Attendance: 10 in attendance
Cookies: questions/concerns to Helena. Incentives expected late April. All troops should have paid by now
Bridging: Town wide event to be held on Sunday, June 15 from 3-6 pm at St Bridget School Hall.
Troops planning to attend include = 2107 Daisy, 2172 Brownie, 2078 Brownie, 2125 Cadette, and possibly 2168 Junior, a separate e-mail will be sent to those troops interested with more specifics including cost. If your troop would like to participate you must e-mail Mary Ann at masager5@... no later than May 1st
PROGRAM UPDATES:
**Girl Scout Sunday:
* March 8 at St. Bridget Church (approx 50 attended)
* March 15 at St George's Church
* March 22 at 1st United Methodist Church (approx 10 attended)
**Girl Scout Shabbat: March 7
**Girl Scout Bowling Event -119 bowlers, went very well
Framingham Girl Scouts Web site -- You can receive updates from the Web site now by going to the site and in the top right corner Register e-mail address. Susan keeps this site updated and it has lots of useful information about meetings, events, and much more (www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com)
Fall Encampment: Helena is considering coordinating an encampment in September, but she will need to know interest first. Please e-mail her directly at helenasic@... no later than May 1 if your troop is interested with the following: troop #, leader name, level of girls, number of girls, and does your troop have a troop camper
End of Year Adult Recognitions: Please e-mail Paula at pbracket@... with requests for: numeral guards (these are the number pins for years as a Girl Scout i.e. 5 year pin), Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Volunteer, etc.
Spring Registration Packets: We expect these will be available at the next leader meeting, watch for update from Deb. FYI: the registration fee for next year has been increased to $12 per person (it has been many years since fees were last raised)
Service Unit (SU) Positions: Please see the attachment of position descriptions. The following members have decided to continue volunteering again next year:
Coordinator = Nancy Solomon
Registrar = Deb Brisbois
Cookie Chair = Helena Siciliano
Troop/School Organizer = Lauren Fawell
Media Manager = Susan Scully Petroni
Secretary = Mary Ann Sager
Adult Recognition Specialist = Paula Bracket
Other positions are open and we are looking for volunteers to step forward and fill them, most importantly the following positions must be filled ASAP:
Treasurer (previously held by Helena -- she will help train)
Encampment Director (previously held by Helena. She will help, but council training required)
Area Association Delegates
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Friday, April 17, 2009
Saturday, June 6 is Scout Day at Canobie Lake park
Any Boy or Girl Scout wearing a uniform will be able to purchase one admission and receive a second admission of equal or lessor value FREE.
At least one element of the scout uniform must be worn.
This special is not to be combined with any other discount, offer, priced pass or promotion.
For additional information, visit www.canobie.com
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At least one element of the scout uniform must be worn.
This special is not to be combined with any other discount, offer, priced pass or promotion.
For additional information, visit www.canobie.com
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Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Girl Scout Cruise on the Spirit of Boston On Sunday, June 7th
Treat your Troop to a festive afternoon cruising in Boston Harbor aboard the Spirit of Boston's Girl Scout Cruise on Sunday, June 7.
Boarding starts at 11:30 a.m. The two-hour cruise starts at noon.
With a tasty Girl Scout menu, unlimited juice and soda, a DJ for dancing and amazing views of the harbor, a Troop outing has never been so much fun, according to the Spirit of Boston Web site.
The cost is $25.90 per Scout, leader, and or chaperone.
Safety wise rules do not apply.
The Special Girl Scout Lunch Menu includes: Garden Salad, Chicken Fingers, Mac & Cheese, Double Cheese Pizza, Celery & Carrots with Dip, Apples & Oranges, & Ice Cream Sandwiches
Groups of 1-19 people can call 617-654-9748 to make reservations.
If you have a group bigger than 20, contact Colleen Guilfoil at 617-654-9706 to make a reservation.
For additional information visit, http://www.spiritofboston.com/bo/special_cruises.jsp
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Boarding starts at 11:30 a.m. The two-hour cruise starts at noon.
With a tasty Girl Scout menu, unlimited juice and soda, a DJ for dancing and amazing views of the harbor, a Troop outing has never been so much fun, according to the Spirit of Boston Web site.
The cost is $25.90 per Scout, leader, and or chaperone.
Safety wise rules do not apply.
The Special Girl Scout Lunch Menu includes: Garden Salad, Chicken Fingers, Mac & Cheese, Double Cheese Pizza, Celery & Carrots with Dip, Apples & Oranges, & Ice Cream Sandwiches
Groups of 1-19 people can call 617-654-9748 to make reservations.
If you have a group bigger than 20, contact Colleen Guilfoil at 617-654-9706 to make a reservation.
For additional information visit, http://www.spiritofboston.com/bo/special_cruises.jsp
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Monday, April 6, 2009
Leader Meeting Tomorrow - Tuesday, April 7
Leader meeting 7 p.m. tomorrow, April 7th at Plymouth Church.
Agenda: Council representative to discuss summer camp options/programs, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
(**8 p.m. Bridging Discussion)
Agenda: Council representative to discuss summer camp options/programs, Service Unit positions discussed, new Girl Scout books reviewed
(**8 p.m. Bridging Discussion)
Friday, April 3, 2009
Girl Scout Registration Increasing to $12
At the National Council Session last fall, the Girl Scout delegation approved a change in GSUSA's annual membership fee, to $12, starting in the 2009-2010 membership year.
Membership renewals this spring and in the fall will be at the new rate not at $10.
GSUSA says the last increase was in Oct 2003, and over the last 40 years, there have been increases approximately every 6 years.
The entire membership fee goes to GSUSA in New York, to help them pay for program and resource development, research and outreach initiatives, technology and insurance for members.
Membership renewals this spring and in the fall will be at the new rate not at $10.
GSUSA says the last increase was in Oct 2003, and over the last 40 years, there have been increases approximately every 6 years.
The entire membership fee goes to GSUSA in New York, to help them pay for program and resource development, research and outreach initiatives, technology and insurance for members.
Puzzlers Junior Badge Workshop Offered at Camp Virginia in Bolton
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering Puzzlers: a Junior Badge Workshop on Thursday, May 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Camp Virginia in Bolton.
Event description: Mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles. Registration price includes badge.
The event is for Junior and Juliette level Scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
The badge program takes place at Camp Virginia, in Bolton.
The cost is $9 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=446
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Event description: Mazes, crosswords, math tricks and magic -- all of these involve working with puzzles. Test your brain power by solving or creating these unique puzzles. Registration price includes badge.
The event is for Junior and Juliette level Scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
The badge program takes place at Camp Virginia, in Bolton.
The cost is $9 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=446
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Brownie Butterfly Workshop Offered by GSEM on Sunday, May 3
WORKSHOP IS FULL AS OF APRIL 15***
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Brownie Try-It Workshop called Bountiful Butterflies on Sunday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to noon in Westford.
Program information: Come and learn about butterflies! See them flying all around you, learn about their life cycle and what they eat, how they are cared for and what you should do if you find one. You will work towards the Animals Try-It. Brownies who attend this workshop can complete the Try-It by playing Sound Charades with your troop or with their family.
The workshop is for Brownies in grades 2 & 3 and Juliette Scouts at this age level.
The workshop will be held at the The Butterfly Place, 120 Tyngsboro Rd, in Westford from 10 a.m. to noon.
The cost is $9 per Brownie. There is a fee for leaders & adult chaperones - $6.
To register a Brownie, visit the GSEM Council Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=439
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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Brownie Try-It Workshop called Bountiful Butterflies on Sunday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to noon in Westford.
Program information: Come and learn about butterflies! See them flying all around you, learn about their life cycle and what they eat, how they are cared for and what you should do if you find one. You will work towards the Animals Try-It. Brownies who attend this workshop can complete the Try-It by playing Sound Charades with your troop or with their family.
The workshop is for Brownies in grades 2 & 3 and Juliette Scouts at this age level.
The workshop will be held at the The Butterfly Place, 120 Tyngsboro Rd, in Westford from 10 a.m. to noon.
The cost is $9 per Brownie. There is a fee for leaders & adult chaperones - $6.
To register a Brownie, visit the GSEM Council Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=439
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Get Up, Stand Up GSEM Cadette Program on May 5 in Westford
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Get Up, Stand Up opportunity for Cadette Scouts on May 5 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Westford.
This is a terrific opportunity for girls to form a community service group that is dedicated to people, animals, and the environment.
The group will work on the Roots & Shoots IP and organize their own service project!
Girls are encouraged to attend any or all sessions.
The program is for Cadette and Juliette Scouts in grades 6, 7, & 8.
The program will be held at the Westford Public Library, 50 Main St., in Westford.
The cost is $5 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=445
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This is a terrific opportunity for girls to form a community service group that is dedicated to people, animals, and the environment.
The group will work on the Roots & Shoots IP and organize their own service project!
Girls are encouraged to attend any or all sessions.
The program is for Cadette and Juliette Scouts in grades 6, 7, & 8.
The program will be held at the Westford Public Library, 50 Main St., in Westford.
The cost is $5 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=445
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Thursday, April 2, 2009
Council Offers Wide World of Girl Scouts on May 2 for Junior Level
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Wide World of Girl Scouting program for Junior Scouts on Saturday, May 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
Program description: Learn about your sister Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the globe. Try games and activities enjoyed by girls around the world.
The program is for Juliette & Junior level scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
Camp Cedar Hill is located at 265 Beaver St., in Waltham.
The cost is $7 per Junior Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Council Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=429
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Program description: Learn about your sister Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the globe. Try games and activities enjoyed by girls around the world.
The program is for Juliette & Junior level scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
Camp Cedar Hill is located at 265 Beaver St., in Waltham.
The cost is $7 per Junior Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Council Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=429
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Council Offers Junior Level Weird & Wacky Science Event on May 13
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Junior Scout level program called -- Weird and Wacky Science on Wednesday, May 13.
Program info: We’ll write with invisible ink, create a balloon rocket, and more as we work together to explore some unusual science experiments.
The event takes place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Camp Virginia in Bolton.
The event is for Junior and Juliette Scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
Cost is $7 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are Free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=457
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Program info: We’ll write with invisible ink, create a balloon rocket, and more as we work together to explore some unusual science experiments.
The event takes place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Camp Virginia in Bolton.
The event is for Junior and Juliette Scouts in grades 4, 5, & 6.
Cost is $7 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are Free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=457
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Junior Patch Workshop on Friday night, May 1 in Boston
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Win Win Patch Program for Junior Scouts on Friday, May 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Boston.
The program is open to Junior Scouts in grades 4 & 5.
Patch program description: The ability to negotiate is a valuable and rewarding skill. Diplomats negotiate. Friends negotiate. Family members negotiate. The most successful negotiations result in favorable outcomes for all involved. Develop negotiation tools so you can work with others to make the world a better place.
The workshop will be held at Boston Teacher's Union Hall, 180 Mt Vernon St., in Boston from 5 to 7 p.m.
The cost is $7 per Junior scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=428
NOTE: Juliette Junior Scouts are eligible for any Council program.
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The program is open to Junior Scouts in grades 4 & 5.
Patch program description: The ability to negotiate is a valuable and rewarding skill. Diplomats negotiate. Friends negotiate. Family members negotiate. The most successful negotiations result in favorable outcomes for all involved. Develop negotiation tools so you can work with others to make the world a better place.
The workshop will be held at Boston Teacher's Union Hall, 180 Mt Vernon St., in Boston from 5 to 7 p.m.
The cost is $7 per Junior scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register, visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=428
NOTE: Juliette Junior Scouts are eligible for any Council program.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Lowell Spinners Offer Two Scout Night Options
The Lowell Spinners are hosting two Scout Sleepover events this season.
They are:
(#1) Saturday, July 18
(#2) Saturday, August 22
Rain Date: Saturday, August 29
Come down to LeLacheur Park for the opportunity to spend the night with the Lowell Spinners and sleepover night on the field! Back by popular demand The Lowell Spinners have dedicated two nights in honor of the Boys and Girl Scouts of New England.
The gates open at 3:30 p.m. and the game starts at 5 p.m.
Each participating camper receives:
* Ticket to the game
* Official Lowell Spinners Scout Night Patch
* Pre-game recognition on the field
* Food voucher for a hot dog, soda and chips to be used during the game
* Complimentary breakfast the following morning
Other activities include:
Playing catch on the field under the lights
Feature presentation TBD on our state-of-the art video board
This event sells out every year. Only 750 tickets will be sold. Campers are required to bring their own tents and other camping gear. No minimum quantity required and everybody is welcome to participate.
Price: $33.00 per camper (premium box seat)
$32.00 per camper (box seat)
$30.00 per camper (reserved bleacher seat)
*based on availability
(The Lowell Spinners will be offering a pre-paid parking pass for the night located in the parking garage for an additional $5)
Please contact Jon Healy at 978-459-1702 for further information or to book a Scout night.
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They are:
(#1) Saturday, July 18
(#2) Saturday, August 22
Rain Date: Saturday, August 29
Come down to LeLacheur Park for the opportunity to spend the night with the Lowell Spinners and sleepover night on the field! Back by popular demand The Lowell Spinners have dedicated two nights in honor of the Boys and Girl Scouts of New England.
The gates open at 3:30 p.m. and the game starts at 5 p.m.
Each participating camper receives:
* Ticket to the game
* Official Lowell Spinners Scout Night Patch
* Pre-game recognition on the field
* Food voucher for a hot dog, soda and chips to be used during the game
* Complimentary breakfast the following morning
Other activities include:
Playing catch on the field under the lights
Feature presentation TBD on our state-of-the art video board
This event sells out every year. Only 750 tickets will be sold. Campers are required to bring their own tents and other camping gear. No minimum quantity required and everybody is welcome to participate.
Price: $33.00 per camper (premium box seat)
$32.00 per camper (box seat)
$30.00 per camper (reserved bleacher seat)
*based on availability
(The Lowell Spinners will be offering a pre-paid parking pass for the night located in the parking garage for an additional $5)
Please contact Jon Healy at 978-459-1702 for further information or to book a Scout night.
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Council Offers Spring Peepers Event on April 29th
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Spring Peepers event on Wednesday, April 29 for Brownies at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
No participation patch or Try-it Badge will be awarded at this workshop; although this event does meet a requirement for a couple of different Try-Its.
Workshop description: Spend an early evening listening to the sounds of Spring and identifying whose voices are calling.
Cost is $7 per Brownie (grades 1-2-3). Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register your Brownie, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=424
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No participation patch or Try-it Badge will be awarded at this workshop; although this event does meet a requirement for a couple of different Try-Its.
Workshop description: Spend an early evening listening to the sounds of Spring and identifying whose voices are calling.
Cost is $7 per Brownie (grades 1-2-3). Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register your Brownie, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=424
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Monday, March 30, 2009
EcoArt Workshop for Daisies & Brownies
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a special workshop called EcoArt at Camp Winnetaska in Ashland on Tuesday, April 28 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
This is not a Try-It or a participation patch workshop.
Workshop is open to Daisy and Brownie level.
Workshop description: You can reuse materials in their original form instead of throwing them away. EcoArt will reuse supplies found in homes and in nature to create pieces of art.
The cost is $8 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register your daughter, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=422
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This is not a Try-It or a participation patch workshop.
Workshop is open to Daisy and Brownie level.
Workshop description: You can reuse materials in their original form instead of throwing them away. EcoArt will reuse supplies found in homes and in nature to create pieces of art.
The cost is $8 per Scout. Leaders and adult chaperones are free.
To register your daughter, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=422
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Pawtucket Red Sox Game & Sleepover Event for Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Rhode Island and the Pawtucket Red Sox in Providence, R.I. are hosting a Girl Scout sleepover for July 18.
The PawSox are playing Indianapolis at 6 p.m.
The Girl Scout Sleepover is a great event for scouts of all ages.
At a price of $25 per camper (scout & chaperone), this event includes an on-field clinic with members of the PawSox team, ticket to the game, and a food voucher for a hotdog, bag of chips and a sports drink.
The highlight of the evening is the opportunity to pitch your tent in the outfield of McCoy Stadium and the showing of a movie on the right field video board.
For additional information or to order tickets visit, http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/promotions/index.jsp?sid=t533
This is a very popular event and typically sells out quickly.
The PawSox are playing Indianapolis at 6 p.m.
The Girl Scout Sleepover is a great event for scouts of all ages.
At a price of $25 per camper (scout & chaperone), this event includes an on-field clinic with members of the PawSox team, ticket to the game, and a food voucher for a hotdog, bag of chips and a sports drink.
The highlight of the evening is the opportunity to pitch your tent in the outfield of McCoy Stadium and the showing of a movie on the right field video board.
For additional information or to order tickets visit, http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/promotions/index.jsp?sid=t533
This is a very popular event and typically sells out quickly.
Princess Pink Pudding party on May 9 in Tewksbury for Daisy & Brownie Levels
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a special Princess Pink Pudding Party on May 9 for daisy & Brownie Scouts.
What little Scout isn’t a potential Princess? And what’s this Pink Pudding all about?
Learn good manners and how to treat others with respect while working on fancy crafts fit for a princess.
NOTE: Brownies can earn the Manners Try-It.
The event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Wynn Middle School, 1 Griffin Way in Tewksbury.
The cost is $9 per Daisy, Brownie or Juliette Scout. Leaders and and chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=453
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What little Scout isn’t a potential Princess? And what’s this Pink Pudding all about?
Learn good manners and how to treat others with respect while working on fancy crafts fit for a princess.
NOTE: Brownies can earn the Manners Try-It.
The event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Wynn Middle School, 1 Griffin Way in Tewksbury.
The cost is $9 per Daisy, Brownie or Juliette Scout. Leaders and and chaperones are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site at http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=453
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Girl Scout Night at the Big Apple Circus - April 17th
I got an e-mail from the Big Apple Circus in NYC, which is putting up their big tent in Boston starting on April 4th.
They are offering a special Girl Scout Discount!!!
On Friday, April 17 at the 6:30 p.m. show (this is the start of school vacation week), Scouts and their family members can get a discount ticket to the Circus at just $14 ($28 off the Mezzanine ticket price.)
A minimum of 15 tickets must be ordered to qualify for the $14 rate.
I'm willing to coordinate for my Brownie Troop and other Framingham Scout Troops, so we can all benefit from the group discount rate.
The Big Apple Circus is also offering a special Scout Meal/Patch(a minimum of 10 meals must be ordered at least by April 6 to qualify.) The cost is $7.50 per Scout (sibling).
Price includes a participation patch for the back of the vest, a hot dog, popcorn, and a juice pack.
Any Troop levels or Juliette Scouts interested in attending, please e-mail me offline at spetroni@rcn.com
For the best seats, tickets should be ordered ASAP.
I'd like to close registration by April 1st, if not sooner.
E-mail me with any questions.
I have an e-mail into the circus about how payment should be coordinated.
---Susan Petroni
They are offering a special Girl Scout Discount!!!
On Friday, April 17 at the 6:30 p.m. show (this is the start of school vacation week), Scouts and their family members can get a discount ticket to the Circus at just $14 ($28 off the Mezzanine ticket price.)
A minimum of 15 tickets must be ordered to qualify for the $14 rate.
I'm willing to coordinate for my Brownie Troop and other Framingham Scout Troops, so we can all benefit from the group discount rate.
The Big Apple Circus is also offering a special Scout Meal/Patch(a minimum of 10 meals must be ordered at least by April 6 to qualify.) The cost is $7.50 per Scout (sibling).
Price includes a participation patch for the back of the vest, a hot dog, popcorn, and a juice pack.
Any Troop levels or Juliette Scouts interested in attending, please e-mail me offline at spetroni@rcn.com
For the best seats, tickets should be ordered ASAP.
I'd like to close registration by April 1st, if not sooner.
E-mail me with any questions.
I have an e-mail into the circus about how payment should be coordinated.
---Susan Petroni
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Junior Car Care Badge Workshop Available in Framingham
Thanks to Troop leader Colleen Burnham for forwarding this FREE Junior Scout badge workshop information:
Dimidis & Sons Auto Service (12 Watson Place in Framingham) would like to offer an educational activity to the Framingham Girl Scouts Troops.
Our Basic Auto Repair workshop would be perfect for Scouts ages 8 and up who want to learn the basics of auto care and fulfill the requirements for the Car Care Badge (Junior Scouts).
In this one hour activity at our garage, we will:
* Identify major parts under the hood/importance of changing fluids regularly
* Tire safety/tire pressure check
* Identify gauges and dials on dashboard and importance of each
* Safety/Emergency items to have on hand– getting car ready for summer or winter
* Job training/typical work day for an auto technician
* Technological advances/environmental concerns/recycling
We are happy to offer this as a FREE activity for Framingham troops.
Because of space limitation and the nature of the event we would request a limit of 20 people including chaperones.
Please contact me directly at 508-788-9149 or cell 617-257-0204. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Paula Dimidis
Co-Owner Dimidis & Sons Auto Service and Girl Scout Parent Volunteer
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Dimidis & Sons Auto Service (12 Watson Place in Framingham) would like to offer an educational activity to the Framingham Girl Scouts Troops.
Our Basic Auto Repair workshop would be perfect for Scouts ages 8 and up who want to learn the basics of auto care and fulfill the requirements for the Car Care Badge (Junior Scouts).
In this one hour activity at our garage, we will:
* Identify major parts under the hood/importance of changing fluids regularly
* Tire safety/tire pressure check
* Identify gauges and dials on dashboard and importance of each
* Safety/Emergency items to have on hand– getting car ready for summer or winter
* Job training/typical work day for an auto technician
* Technological advances/environmental concerns/recycling
We are happy to offer this as a FREE activity for Framingham troops.
Because of space limitation and the nature of the event we would request a limit of 20 people including chaperones.
Please contact me directly at 508-788-9149 or cell 617-257-0204. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Paula Dimidis
Co-Owner Dimidis & Sons Auto Service and Girl Scout Parent Volunteer
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Friday, March 20, 2009
Scout Safari Day at Roger Williams Zoo on April 25
Girl Scouts of Rhode Island and Roger Williams Zoo in Providence are hosting a Scout Safari Day
on Saturday, April 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Spend an adventurous day at this Providence, R.I., Zoo with fellow Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of all ages.
Scouts can participate in interactive stations that will help you to complete a variety of badge requirements, while surrounded by a zoo full of fascinating animals. Meet special guest presenters, Zoo staff, and some very cool critters.
Cost: $12/Scout (includes admission and program fee; does not include lunch).
Non-participants: $5/children, $10/adults (admission only).
The $5 non-Scout admission means that siblings will not be allowed to participate in any of the special programs and interactive stations.
Pre-registration is required and payment is due upon registration.
Registration deadline is April 9.
There will be a late fee of $5 per scout after that date. Sorry, no refunds.
Registration forms will be available online at http://www.rwpzoo.org/
For additional information, contact Jen at 401-785-3510 ext. 352
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on Saturday, April 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Spend an adventurous day at this Providence, R.I., Zoo with fellow Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of all ages.
Scouts can participate in interactive stations that will help you to complete a variety of badge requirements, while surrounded by a zoo full of fascinating animals. Meet special guest presenters, Zoo staff, and some very cool critters.
Cost: $12/Scout (includes admission and program fee; does not include lunch).
Non-participants: $5/children, $10/adults (admission only).
The $5 non-Scout admission means that siblings will not be allowed to participate in any of the special programs and interactive stations.
Pre-registration is required and payment is due upon registration.
Registration deadline is April 9.
There will be a late fee of $5 per scout after that date. Sorry, no refunds.
Registration forms will be available online at http://www.rwpzoo.org/
For additional information, contact Jen at 401-785-3510 ext. 352
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Special Council Event: Theatre Workshop & Performance of Charlotte's Web by Wheelock Family Theatre on April 11
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts has partnered with Wheelock Family Theatre in Boston for a special performance of Charlotte's Web. E. B. White's inspired tale celebrates a friendship that transcends differences. First published in 1957, Charlotte’s Web is for all generations.
On Saturday, April 11, Brownie & Junior Girl Scouts are invited between 1:45-2:30, before the 3 p.m. performance, to participate in a drama workshop.
Think about character, place, and story. How does an actor choose a movement, a look, or a sound? How does a designer build a world onstage? Scouts will be introduced to the theatrical choices artists make when creating a performance, and this in turn will illuminate the performance they are about to see.
After the show, stay for a question and answer period with the cast and crew! (an additional 30 minutes)
NOTE: Leaders are required to attend with their troop; you can only bring the required Safety-Wise ratios of: 2 adults for the first 5 scouts, & 1 for each additional 5 scouts. First Aider is required.
Cost is $22 per Scout and $22 per leader/adult.
Cost of the ticket includes the pre-show, post Q&A, and the actual performance.
To register, visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=272
C$22 (girl), $22 (adult)
On Saturday, April 11, Brownie & Junior Girl Scouts are invited between 1:45-2:30, before the 3 p.m. performance, to participate in a drama workshop.
Think about character, place, and story. How does an actor choose a movement, a look, or a sound? How does a designer build a world onstage? Scouts will be introduced to the theatrical choices artists make when creating a performance, and this in turn will illuminate the performance they are about to see.
After the show, stay for a question and answer period with the cast and crew! (an additional 30 minutes)
NOTE: Leaders are required to attend with their troop; you can only bring the required Safety-Wise ratios of: 2 adults for the first 5 scouts, & 1 for each additional 5 scouts. First Aider is required.
Cost is $22 per Scout and $22 per leader/adult.
Cost of the ticket includes the pre-show, post Q&A, and the actual performance.
To register, visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=272
C$22 (girl), $22 (adult)
Council Movers Try-It Workshop: Thursday, April 16 in Waltham
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Brownie Movers Try-it Workshop on Thursday, April 16 in Waltham called "Little Breeze, Big Wind."
Workshop description: 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? Girls will earn the Movers Try-it.
Worskhop is 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
The workshop is for 2nd and third grade Brownies only.
Th cost of the workshop is $9 per Brownie. $0 per adult/leader.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=409
Workshop description: 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? Girls will earn the Movers Try-it.
Worskhop is 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
The workshop is for 2nd and third grade Brownies only.
Th cost of the workshop is $9 per Brownie. $0 per adult/leader.
To register, visit http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=409
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
School Vacation Week Event: Letterboxing in Andover on Saturday, April 18
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is hosting a school vacation week event on Letterboxing on Saturday, April 18 from noon to 2 p.m. at Camp Maude Eaton in Andover.
Workshop info: This is an intro to a great outdoor sport! With maps and clues in hand, girls head off on an outdoor nature adventure, discovering boxes and collecting stamped images for their logbook.
The event is for Brownies Scouts. The cost is $7 per Brownie and $0 per leader/adult.
To register visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=411
Workshop info: This is an intro to a great outdoor sport! With maps and clues in hand, girls head off on an outdoor nature adventure, discovering boxes and collecting stamped images for their logbook.
The event is for Brownies Scouts. The cost is $7 per Brownie and $0 per leader/adult.
To register visit, http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=411
Monday, March 16, 2009
Be Your Best Badge Workshop for Juniors in Groton on Early Realease Day - April 9
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Junior Badge Workshop "Being My best" on an early release Thursday, April 9 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Groton-Dunstable Middle School Cafeteria, 344 main Street, Groton.
Workshop description: When you have a good opinion of yourself, you take positive risks and avoid negative ones. Make and keep friends, and you’re successful in life! Create a Brag Bag, role play and write in a new journal. Cost of the workshop includes the Junior badge.
Fee: $9 per Junior. $0 per adult/leader.
To register visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=403
Workshop description: When you have a good opinion of yourself, you take positive risks and avoid negative ones. Make and keep friends, and you’re successful in life! Create a Brag Bag, role play and write in a new journal. Cost of the workshop includes the Junior badge.
Fee: $9 per Junior. $0 per adult/leader.
To register visit: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?textfield=&agelevel=&category=&zip=&date_st_month=&date_st_year=&id=403
School Vacation Week Event: Victorian Day in Holyoke
Girls Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council and the Wistariahurst Museum in Holyoke is offering a special Victorian Era Day event for Girl Scouts during School vacation week on Thursday, April 23 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
The event is open to Girl Scouts in grades first through 12th.
(It is about a 75 to 90 minute drive from Framingham to Holyoke.)
Event info: Discover what life was like in the last 1800's by exploring a Victorian mansion. Experience daily Victorian life in hands-on segments. A sampling of activities includes Victorian fashion and hairstyles, the language and decoration of fans, garden and outdoor games, letter writing and diary passages, Victorian etiquette and entertainment, calling cards, and Victorian crafts.
Girl Scouts will be divided into small groups to travel through the museum.
To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 1-413-322-5660.
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Cost is $7 per Scout.
Registration will remain open through April 1 or until 60 girls have registered.
The event is open to Girl Scouts in grades first through 12th.
(It is about a 75 to 90 minute drive from Framingham to Holyoke.)
Event info: Discover what life was like in the last 1800's by exploring a Victorian mansion. Experience daily Victorian life in hands-on segments. A sampling of activities includes Victorian fashion and hairstyles, the language and decoration of fans, garden and outdoor games, letter writing and diary passages, Victorian etiquette and entertainment, calling cards, and Victorian crafts.
Girl Scouts will be divided into small groups to travel through the museum.
To register, send Event Registration Form with payment to Wistariahurst Museum, 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or call 1-413-322-5660.
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Cost is $7 per Scout.
Registration will remain open through April 1 or until 60 girls have registered.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Juliette Gordon Low Quote In Honor of Girl Scout Week
"Right is right, even if no one else does it. "
--Juliette Gordon Low
--Juliette Gordon Low
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