Framingham Girl Scouts

Celebrating Scout Sunday with Cardinal Sean O'Malley

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Framingham Girl Scouts Me & My Pal Bowling Slideshow

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Framingham Scouts Science Brownie Try-it & Junior Badge Workshop

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

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

Daisy Workshop on Nov. 13 in Worcester

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

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

Amazing Relationship Workshop in Worcester on Oct. 28 for Cadette Scouts

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aMAZING Relationships: Thursday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Worcester Service Center

The goal of this program is to help teens be safe as they develop healthy relationships with friends. A professional teen counselor will guide girls through games, activities and role plays to help them understand the attitudes and behaviors associated with dating abuse and violence and to correct them. While they’ll learn to identify healthy and unhealthy relationships and how to help friends who are in unhealthy relationships, they’ll also get a chance to talk about the myths surrounding teen dating violence and sexual assault and how to challenge others, by being an active bystander.
Some requirements from the aMAZE Journey will be met during this interactive session.
Please note that this program contains sensitive topics and will require a “Sensitive Issues” permission slip from each girl’s parent/guardian.

Program Levels: Cadettes Only (Juliette Scouts may also register)
Attend As: Individual w/no Adult

Deadline to register is Oct. 22 or when 40 Scouts have registered.
Cost: $3 per Cadette Scout
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Web site.
Registration and payment can be completed online.

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

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

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

Gold Award Orientation on Saturday, Nov. 6 in Easton

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Gold Award Orientation
Girls, Troop adults, and parents are encouraged to join us for an orientation to the Gold Award Process, the highest achievement a girl can earn in Girl Scouting! We’ll explore the pre-requisites and give tips on tackling the Journey books. We’ll discuss and show examples of root issues and unique perspectives for creating sustainable solutions to them. We’ll go over a timeline of the process and what it takes to earn the Gold Award! When we give girls the tools they need, they spread their wings and fly! This orientation will be held at the Adult Learning Conferences in Easton.

When: Saturday, Nov. 6 from 12:40 to 2:40 pm
Where: Southeast Regional VoTech High School, South Easton
Cost: FREE, but pre-registration is required.

Silver Award Orientation on Saturday, Nov. 6 in Easton for Cadette Scouts

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Silver Award Orientation
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 the GSEM Web site for the newest requirements. This orientation will be held at the Adult Learning Conferences in Easton.

When: Saturday, Nov 06, from 9:25 to 11:25 a.m.
Program Level: Cadette or Juliette Scouts in grades 6-7-8
Where: Southeast Regional VoTech High School, Easton
Cost: Free, but pre-registration is required

Bronze Award Orientations in Andover & Easton on Nov. 6

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Bronze Award Orientation
Learn about appropriate projects and documentation. Please check the GSEM Web site for the newest requirements.

When: Saturday, Nov. 6 from 9:25 to 11;25 a.m.
For: Junior Scouts or Juliette Scouts in grades 4 or 5
Where: Southeast Regional VoTech High School in Easton or Greater Lawrence Technical Scool in Andover
Cost: $0
Pre-registration is required
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, and click on programs.

Brownie Animal Try-It Workshop on Nov. 6 in Walpole

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Brownie Animal Try-It.
GET SMART.
What better place to explore the world of animals than at Norfolk Aggie? Enjoy a tour of the animal science department. Learn how people care for the animals. You can see the animals up close, too! Learn all about Pocket Pets such as mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, rabbits, hedgehogs and chinchillas. You will go on a scavenger hunt through the Animal Science building and may even come across birds, reptiles, fish and amphibians!
Registration cost includes the Try-It.

When: Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon
Program Level: Brownie and Juliettes in grades 2& 3
Where: Norfolk County Agricultural High School, 400 Main St., Walpole
Cost: $14 per Brownie
Leaders and adult volunteers are free. Please adhere to safety-wise rules for adults. An adult must attend with any Juliette Scout. Leaders & adults may be expected to help.

To register visit the GSEM Web site and click on programs. Registration and payment can be made online.

Junior Geocaching Workshop in Waltham on Saturday, Oct. 30

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Nature Geocaching: GET GOING.
Try a different twist on geocaching, the popular GPS adventure activity. Using global positioning system devices and a few clues, girls will search for specific trees, rocks and natural objects to learn their stories.

When: Saturday, Oct 30, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Program Level: Junior and Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5
Where: Camp Cedar Hill, 265 Beaver Street, Waltham
Cost: $8 per Junior Scout.
Leaders & adult volunteers, per safety-wise rules, are FREE

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

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

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

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

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

Brownie Letterboxing Event in Waltham on Saturday, Oct. 30

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Letterboxing.
GET GOING. 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.
Leaders & Adults are expected to help.

When: Saturday, Oct. 30 from noon to 2 p.m.
Program Level: Brownie and Juliettes in grades 2-3
Location: Camp Cedar Hill, 265 Beaver Street, Waltham
Cost; $8 per Scout. Leaders and safety-wise adult volunteers are free.

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

Virtual Book Club on November 1 for Older Scouts

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Read the Movie - Virtual Book Club
GET BALANCED
Do you love to read?
Join GSEM’s Virtual Book Club and blog with other Girl Scouts about your thoughts and feelings about books.
You will have to check the blog twice a month to participate in this group.
Together, the group will chose books to read that are also movies. It is possible that if a book is chosen to read and the movie is coming out we will try to meet at the theater to see it together. Most of the time, we will watch the movies on our own before we gather online to discuss the things we liked and didn't like about the two. Each book will be a 6-week session.
Once registered you can participate in just one book or in all for the year.

Questions? Contact Jennifer van Buren, N. Andover, 978-701-6358, jvanburen@girlscoutseasternmass.org

Program level: Cadette, Senior, Ambassador or Juliettes in grades 7-12
Location: Online
Cost: $5 per Scout

Framingham Roller Skating Night - Monday, Nov. 1

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

EVENT COORDINATOR: Colleen Burnham: colleenunique@...

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

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

Troop #: _________________

Level: D B J C S A

Leader Name: ________________________ Phone: ___________________

First Aider: __________________________ Exp. Date: ________________

# Girls: _________________ Total Enclosed: _____________

# Adults: ___________

Make check payable: Framingham Girl Scouts

CORI APPROVALS & RENEWALS - Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.

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All Girl Scout Leaders & and all adult volunteers must be CORI approved.
ALL CORI approvals are good for 3 years.

Even if you have a CORI approval at an elementary school in town, YOU MUST be CORI approved for Girl Scouts.

Framingham Girl Scouts will be doing CORI approvals & RENEWALS on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 7 to 7:30 p.m. at Plymouth Church.

Following, CORI approvals Framingham Girl Scouts will hold its first leader & adult volunteer meeting. Meeting is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to stay!

LEADERS & ADULTS MUST BRING A DRIVER'S LICENSE or A PHOTO ID for CORI APPROVAL/RENEWAL.

Girl Scout Council of Eastern Massachusetts recently gave the Framingham Girl Scouts a list of those leaders & adult volunteers who are approved and not approved via CORI.

If you have any questions, please contacty either Framingham Service Unit Town Coordinator Susan Scully Petroni at spetroni@... or Framingham Girl Scouts Registrar Mary Ann Sager at masager5@...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

FRAMINGHAM GIRL SCOUTS SERVICE UNIT TEAM 2010-11

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Town Web site: www.FraminghamGirlScouts.blogspot.com

Town Coordinator = Susan Scully Petroni, 508-620-5922, spetroni@rcn.com

Registrar = Mary Ann Sager, 508-872-4989, masager5@yahoo.com

Troop Organizer = Lauren Fawell at Lauren.fawell@comcast.net

Secretary = POSITION OPEN (Contact Susan at spetroni@rcn.com if interested)

Yahoo Leader Group Coordinator = Carolyn Limeri at 508-877-4215, limeri01701@yahoo.com

Treasurer = Mary Ayotte, mary_ayotte@yahoo.com

Adult Recognition = Pat Aulenbach at 508-533-6510, paulenbach@girlscoutseasternmass.org and Paula Brackett at 508-877-2478, pbrackett@girlscoutseasternmass.org

Cookie Chair = Helena Siciliano, 508-877-7902, helenasic@yahoo.com AND Mary Ayotte, mary_ayotte@yahoo.com

Town-wide Encampment = POSITION OPEN

Family Partnership = POSITION OPEN

Media Manager = Susan Scully Petroni at spetroni@rcn.com

Area Association Delegates = Connie Miles, 508-624-6382, zetacem1@yahoo.com
(Note: second delegate is open.)

Supplies Storage (flags, etc) = Lauren Fawell (see above)

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

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

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

Sewing Sensations program for Cadettes on Oct. 24 in Sharon

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Sewing Sensations (Super Patch). GET BALANCED.
Girls love to be unique and to use their resources wisely. Girls will make cross-stitch creations, her very own, one-of-a-kind purse, work together to make gifts for donation to a local cause and more! This program is sure to be sew-sational!

When: Oct 24, 2 to 5 p.m.
Program Level: Cadette or Juliettes in grades 6-7-8
Category: Creative Arts
Location: TBA, Sharon, Massachusetts
Cost: $11 per Cadette. Leaders and adults are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, and click on programs. parents can register online and pre-pay online, too.

Babysitter Course for Cadettes, Seniors, & Ambassadors in Waltham on Oct. 23

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Babysitting.
GET REAL.
Babysitting is an awesome way to learn the responsibilities of caring for others and earn extra cash. This excellent training includes instruction on First Aid, safety precautions, child development, emergency procedures, age-appropriate activities, etc.
You’ll receive a certificate and a patch upon completion.
Bring a doll or teddy bear for hands on practice and a bag lunch.

When: Oct 23, from 1 to 6 p.m.
Program Level: Cadette, Senior, Ambassador or Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12
Category: Leadership
Location: Christ Church Episcopal, 750 Main St., Waltham, MA 02451
Cost: $21 for Scouts; Adults and leaders are free.

To register GSEM Web site and click on programs. Registration and payment can be completed online.

Oil Up Junior Badge Workshop on Nov. 5th in Westwood

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Oil Up Badge Workshop.
GET SMART.
An oil tanker leaks thousands of gallons of oil on a beach, and rescue workers rush to save the wildlife, but how? As you earn the Oil Up! badge, you simulate your own rescue effort, and learn about the petroleum products you use every day.

When: Nov 05, 6 to 8 p.m.
Program Level: Juniors or Juliette Scouts in grades 4-5
Category: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math, Environmental Awareness
Location: TBD, Westwood, MA 02090
Cost: $9 per Scout. Leaders and adult volunteers are free.
Please adhere to safety-wise rules for adults. Adults may be expected to help.

To register visit the GSEM Web site. Registration & payment can be completed online.

Program Aide Training on Oct. 23 in Waltham

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Program Aide Core Training. GET SMART
A good Program Aide is a team player who knows Girl Scouting inside and out! Role play to anticipate what happens when you don’t get along with the adults or girls with whom you have to work. What happens when a girl gets homesick, or hurt, or doesn’t want to join in? What do the Girl Scout Promise and Law mean to you? What you learn as a PA will be helpful if you want to work at large council events.
Fee includes PA pin.
Girls should bring a bag lunch and clothes for indoor and outdoor activity.

When: Oct 23, from 9 a.m. to 5p.m.
Level: Cadette, Senior, Ambassador or Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12
Location: Camp Cedar Hill Great Hall, 265 Beaver St. Waltham, MA 02452
Cost: $14.00 per Scout; leaders and adult volunteers are free

To register visit the GSEM Web site, and click on programs. You can pre-pay online.

Cool Cosmetics Program for Cadettes on Oct 20 in Belmont

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Cool Cosmetics: GET SMART.
This program was such a huge hit with Cadette Scouts that Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council (GSEM) decided to bring it back again!
Create your own make up and toiletries at this hands-on program and hear from women in the engineering field to see if you might have a future in an engineering related career!
When: Oct. 20 from 12:30 pm to 2:30 p.m.
Program Level: Cadette or Juliettes in grades 6-7-8
Location: Belmont United Methodist Church, 421 Common St., Belmont,
Cost: $12 per Scout; adults and leaders are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site and click on programs. You can register online and pre-pay online, also.

RIVERDANCE ON ICE - Saturday, Oct 16

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FRAMINGHAM GIRL SCOUTS - OPTIONAL TROOP & JULIETTE SCOUT EVENT

Riverdance on Ice - Saturday, Oct 16 at 7 p.m. -- ONE NIGHT ONLY

Riverdance on Ice combines the music and artistry of a complete Riverdance™ stage show in unison with on-ice routines from Olympic, World, and National champion figure skaters. A stellar cast will perform live including 2010 Olympic Bronze Medalist Joannie Rochette, World Silver Medalists Tanith Belbin & Ben Agosto, World Champion Todd Eldridge and many others.

There are 2 price ranges
> 1) GS Discount Tickets at $37 for rows 13-16 (regular cost -$42)
> 2) GROUP tickets for rows 17-18-19 at $22
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I am taking reservation through Thursday night, Sept. 23 at 11 p.m.

(Sorry, this is a quick turnaround due to the one night only.)

Please e-mail to reserve tickets for your Troop. Please include Troop #, leader responsible, and number of tickets, and which price range. (Event is for Scouts & Families.)

I will be booking with the Tsongas arena on Friday morning, if we have a minimum of 12 tickets, which is likely as I already have 8 who have expressed interest.

Payment to be made by Sunday, Oct 3. (I will be at the science workshop at St. Bridget's)

Payment will be made to me -- Susan Scully Petroni -- as I will use my own credit card to pay for tickets on Friday.

E-mail me if you have any questions

-- Susan Scully Petroni

spetroni@...

Girl Scout Night at the Ringling Bros Circus - Oct 15

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TROOPS,

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

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

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

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

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

Juliette Scouts may also attend with a guardian/parent.

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

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

Framingham Scouts to Hold Science Workshops on Sunday, Oct 3

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

Place: St. Bridget School Hall, Worcester Road (Rte 9) Eastbound, Framingham,
Date: Sunday, Octoter 3, 2010
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Who: All Girl Scout Levels
Cost: $6 per Brownie or Junior (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)
$3 per Daisy (covers cost of Participation Patch and supplies)

Juliette Scouts may also register

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

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

Badge Workshops: (once earned, badges may be purchased separately at the Girl Scout store)
Brownie = Science in Action Try-It (all requirements can be met at the workshop)
Junior = Science Discovery Badge (all requirements can be met at the workshop)

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

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

Volunteer Opportunity: We are looking for about 20 volunteers: Adults, Ambassadors, Seniors, and Cadettes. All volunteers need to arrive promptly at 1pm.

NOTE: We ask that NO food be brought into the hall. There will be a variety of chemicals and we do not want anyone to become sick. Girls are free to bring their own water bottles.
____________________________________________________________________________
Please return the bottom portion with your payment: c/o Mary Ann Sager, 6 Gryzboska Cir., Framingham, MA 01702 Deadline: Friday, September 24. No money at the door!

Troop #: ___________________ Level: D B J C S

Leader: ___________________ Phone: _____________ e-mail: __________________

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

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

_____ Yes, we can volunteer:

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

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

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

Brownie Try-It = Science in Action (pg. 126)
1. Science and Technology Hunt – give a list of things to find in the room that show how science and technology go together (i.e. things of plastic, from trees) – discuss how science and technology work together
2. Weird Glop – observe the difference between solid/liquid/gas, discuss how some things can be only one or all these (i.e. water)
3. Balloon Blowing – they will blow up a balloon without using their own breath - with baking soda and vinegar – discuss how that works
4. Butterfly of Many Colors – ink in black felt tip pen is made from chemicals of different colors, mixed together these colors look black, discuss how you can see the different colors

Junior Badge = Science Discovery (pg. 200)
1. Chemical Appearing Act – discover how you can use a chemical reaction to make an artistic design, sometimes when chemicals react with each other colors change
2. Light and Reflection – make a simple kaleidoscope – which relies on reflected light to create its special effects
3. Water Tricks – why does the needle float, how many drops of water can you get to stay on the penny, what happens when soap meets the skin of water molecules on the penny and why
4. See What? – how is your brain challenged by optical illusions
5. Here's the Rub – discover how speed is affected by friction, how can you use what you learned when riding in a car or riding on your bike
6. Become a Scientist – more men enter fields of science and technology then women do, talk to a female scientist and find out: how she got interested in her field, who encouraged her to pursue science, where does she get information, which people are most supportive to her in her job

Council to Offer Outdoor Skills Day on Saturday, Oct. 16

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Troop leaders and adult volunteers can register NOW for the 2nd Annual Outdoor Skills Day at Camp Wind in the Pines in Plymouth on Saturday, Oct 16.
Spend the day learning basic camping skills or attend enrichments focused on advanced cooking skills, outdoor games, campfire songs, nighttime activities and more!
Registration fee is $15 per person.
To register visit www.girlscoutseasternmass.org

Welcome to the start of another Girl Scout year!

2010-08-29T22:55:00.001-04:00

Welcome back Girl Scout leaders!!

First, I want to acknowledge outgoing Framingham Girl Scouts Town Coordinator Nancy Solomon. I want to thank Nancy for the endless volunteers hours she gave to the service unit and the cooperative attitude she always offered all the leaders. Nancy will still be involved with Framingham Girl Scouts but wanted to focus her efforts on her daughter's Troop at this time. I have agreed to be Town Coordinator, with help from Council. (If you have any ideas or thoughts, please contact me at spetroni@rcn.com.)

1) Many of the Framingham Troops took advantage of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEM) Spring registration. Troops that have not registered, may pick up their registration packet at Plymouth Church. If you have any questions or issues, please contact our NEW Service Unit (SU) Registrar Mary Ann Sagar at masager5@.... (I want to thank out-going registrar Deb Brisbois for her many years of service.)

2) Troop Coordinator Lauren Fawell will be holding registration for NEW Scouts, leaders, & adult volunteers on:

* Sunday, Oct 3 at 2 p.m. at St. Bridget School

* Monday, Oct 4 at First United Methodist Church at 7 p.m.

Council will be delivering the flyers for the FPS & other schools in town this week. I know a couple of our leaders are involved with the PTOs and it would be much appreciated if you could take the flyers for your school. Please e-mail me if you can pick up and deliver flyers for your school. Distribution will take place on Friday, Sept 17. (Supt office has APPROVED the flyers.)

3) The first Service Unit event will be a Science Try-It & Badge Workshop on Sunday, Oct 3. I will be posting a flyer with details and registration information this week. Mary Ann is chairing the event.

4) There will be a meeting of the SERVICE UNIT TEAM MEMBERS ONLY on Tuesday, Sept 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Plymouth Church.

5) The first Framingham Scout leader (and adult volunteer) meeting will be on Tuesday, Oct 19 at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Church.

Other Leader Meeting dates at Plymouth Church at 7 p.m. include:

* Nov. 23

* Dec. 7 (CORI registration & renewal 7 to 7:30 p.m.) Cookie University 7:30 p.m.

* Jan. 25

* Feb. 15

* March 22

* April 26

* May 24

E-mail any time with ideas, concerns, thoughts, or issues.

Please check the Framingham Girl Scout Web site for SU updates, including GSEM Council and out-of-council programs.

I will be posting Girl Scout Night at the Ringling Bros. Circus this week, too.

The Web site is www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com

- Framingham Town Coordinator Susan Scully Petroni

Framingham Girl Scouts Bridging Ceremony Slideshow

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Troop Together for 13 Years

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I know this is an out-of-Framingham Troop, but thought it was worth sharing ...
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http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/lifestyle/x682904247/Marlborough-Scouts-go-for-the-Gold
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By Paul Crocetti/Daily News staff
MARLBOROUGH — This year marks the end of an era in Marlborough Girl Scouts.
The 10 members of Marlborough Senior Girl Scout Troop #72834, many of whom joined early in elementary school, are graduating. A program at Marlborough High School on May 27 honored the troop and three Gold Award recipients.
The Senior Troop members shared their experiences over the last 13 years. Highlights included community service, camping and a trip in ninth grade to England in which they stayed with the British equivalent of Girl Scouts, said Laura Wilner, one of the troop's leaders.
"So many said this has been such a big part of their life," Wilner said. "This troop has just been so special. They're a very high-achieving group."
Ruth Bramson, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council, spoke at the ceremony. The Marlborough Gold Award recipients were Katherine Karwoski and Julianne Wilner, of Troop #72834, and Chelsea Wagner, of Troop #72849. The award, akin to an Eagle Scout accomplishment in Boy Scouts, is the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive - only 5.4 percent of Girl Scouts achieve it.

leader & Adult Volunteer Social Tuesday, June 8 at 7 p.m.

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at O'Connell's sports pub, Route 9 East, in the Whimsy parking lot!
All leaders and adult volunteers are invited.

Town-Wide Bridging Slide Show Coming Soon!

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Thank You! Congrats to the Scouts who Bridged!

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I want to thank everyone for their patience today!
I hope the Brownies & Juniors, who attended, enjoyed their special day!

While the weatherman was correct & the storm did pass in time and we had sunshine; we unfortunately had giant puddles and lots of mud.

At 4:30 p.m., when we began setting up, one of the dads in the parking lot offered to call the Masonic Hall to see if we could have the ceremony there.
The Troop leaders present, then made a group decision to move inside.

Unfortunately, the Masonic Hall could never have been an option as the Framingham bridging location, because 2 of the Troops requested handicapped accessible halls (one Daisy Troop with a Scout in an 80-pound wheelchair and another Junior Troop with a child in a walker).

After the bridging location was planned outside, due to the fact that no handicapped accessible locations were available on the agreed upon date, that Daisy Troop, with the 80-pound wheelchair Scout, dropped out of the town-wide bridging.

I want to personally thank Mr. Canhoto from Troop 2086 for coming through at the last minute and not disappointing all the Scouts. (Parents, probably will appreciate the non-muddy shoes.)

If anyone would like to share photos, either send them to brownie2082@gmail.com or spetroni@rcn.com. I will try to post some photos soon.

Congrats to all the Scout who bridged today!

BRIDGING AT MASON HALL

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We have moved the bridging inside to the Masonic Hall, 404 Concord Road (Route 126)
Ceremony will start at 5:15 p.m.
Thanks for your patience!

Bridging ceremony is a YES!

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I know there is a storm now, but according to weather.com it should be passing by 4:15 p.m.
This storm is moving at 55-60 MPH and is suppose to be SEVERE but pass by within 30 minutes.
Worse case scenario we will have to hold off by sitting in cars for a few minutes.
Don't want to diappoint the Scouts, by cancelling.
Radar on weather.com looks like we will have a brief clearing between this storm and then a second storm is expected to hit.
I was afraid by delaying until a 530 or 6 p.m. start that we will be right in the middle of that 2nd storm.
Don't forget to bring umbrellas and bug spray!
Susan

UPDATED Bridging Plan:
Volunteer girls and Troop leaders arrive at 4:30 p.m.
All Scouts there by 4:45 p.m.
Start Ceremony about 5:05 p.m.

Bridging is a go ...

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The Weather Channel is predicting a severe storm between 3:15 and 3:45 for Framingham, but then the radar looks like it is clear for a while...

Most of the storms are heading towards the Merrimack Valley as opposed to along the mass pike today.

I will do one more check and then I am off to pick up the flowers.
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I will post again about 3:30 p.m., just in case any of these reports change.

Bridging ceremony ON - last update will be at 3:30 p.m.

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At this time, the bridging ceremony is still on.
4:15 p.m. Volunteer Scouts
4;30 p.m. All Scouts
5 p.m. Ceremony
UCC Conference Center, one Badger Road

SCOUTS SHOULD WEAR VEST!

I am hoping for the weather to stay like this, cloudy and a splatter of raindrops.

I DO see that we are under a tornado watch through 8 p.m. and that there is the possibility of a downpour/lightning storm like yesterday.

I will post on THIS Web site by 3:30 p.m. if we are CANCELLED or POSTPONED until a 5:30 or 6 p.m. ceremony!!!

If we get a storm as severe and SHORT as yesterday, I will make a decision by 3:30 p.m. to back the ceremony by 30 minutes or an hour. Thus, a 5:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. ceremony.

If that is the case -- I will post on the Framingham GIRL SCOUT WEB SITE by 3:30 p.m. that time change!!

Thanks for your patience
Susan Scully Petroni
P.S. I'd recommend bug spray in this weather and location!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

- Susan Scully Petroni
Program & Media Manager

Leader Meeting Tonight

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Girl Scout Leader/Volunteer Meeting at Plymouth Church at 7 p.m.
Agenda:
7:00-7:15 Spring Registrations and Cookie Incentives Distributed
7:15-7:30 Spring Registration overview
7:30 Bridging Ceremony Meeting

Springfield Overnight Deadline Approaching

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Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts in connection with the Springfield Science Museum is hosting an overnight for Brownies & Junior Scouts on Friday, May 21 from 6 p.m. through Saturday, May 22 at 9 a.m.
Girls will discover a variety of nature and science related information while connecting with sister Girl Scouts and participating in fun, hands on activities.
Girls will sleep beside a coral reef or next to live animals or the Tyrannosaurus.
An evening pizza party and light breakfast is included.
Everyone views the planetarium show and screen prints their own t-shirt.
Girls will complete requirements for a Try It or badge.
The cost of the badge is not included.
Free and secure parking is available.
This event is for groups and individual Scouts, including Juliette Scouts.
Registration fee is $35 per Scout and $30 per leader and adult.
Troops please adhere to safety-wise ratios.
Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Registration deadline is May 7 or when 120 people have registered.
To register: Contact Amanda at 413-263-6800 x385 or camp-in@springfieldmuseums.org.

Today is National Girl Scout Leader Day

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Today is National Girl Scout Leader's Day. The day honors all the volunteers who work as leaders and mentors in partnership with girls. Girls, their families, and communities should find a special way to thank their adult Girl Scout volunteers.

Celebrate National Trails Day at Camp Virginia in Bolton on Sunday June 6

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Community Service National Trails Day is a community service day when people come together to clear the trails they love.
Join other Girl Scouts and their families out on the trail. We'll be moving brush and debris, putting up trail blazes, and taking care of the land.
Patches may be available for purchase.
Date: Jun 06, from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
Program Level: Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Grades: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Category: Outdoor Adventures Camp
Location: Camp Virginia, Route 85, Bolton, MA 01740
Fee: FREE

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

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

Freedom Trail Event on Saturday, May 1

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is holding a Walk into History - Boston Freedom Trail event for Brownie through Ambassador Scout levels on Saturday, May 1.
The event begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Boston Common Visitor Center, at 128 Tremont Street. Juliette Scouts and individual scouts may also register, if an adult attends with them.
Get Real. Listen to exciting tales while walking the Freedom Trail! Explore 13 of 16 stops, guided by an interpreter. Walk away with a patch and a great experience.
Walk ends at Old North Church at about 1 p.m.
Please limit number of adults to minimum required with safety-wise rules.
Registration fee is $16 per Scout and $15 per leader/adult.
Registration deadline is about one week prior to the event.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

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

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

Brownie Registration for Lorax Program in Ashland Closes Tuesday, April 13

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Love Dr. Seuss? Read The Lorax in an exciting new way! Create your own story about weird and wacky plants and animals and make your own portable "greenhouse" to take home. (This is a non-patch event.)
This Council-sponsored Brownie program is scheduled for Thursday, April 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. at camp Winnetaska, off Olive Street, in Ashland.
It is for Brownies and Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Troop leaders and adults are expected to help with the program.
Registration fee is $7 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web Site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Leader/Adult Volunteer Meeting Tuesday, April 6 at 7 p.m.

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

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

Learn about Broadcasting at Scouting Event on Saturday, May 1 in Natick

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering an Intro to Broadcasting program for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday, May 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Young Broadcasters of America, 81 Speen Street, in Natick. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may attend.
PROGRAM: Have you ever wanted to be on TV? How about host your own show?
Scouts can take the first step at a 2-hour workshop at Young Broadcasters of America where you will get a general overview of broadcasting by:
* Reading scripts off the teleprompter
* Do a studio announcer workshop with the PA system
* Learn basics of the interview technique
Registration fee is $30 per Scout. Adults are free.
Registration deadline will occur when the maximum number of Scouts have registered or about 2 weeks prior to the event (about April 16)
To register visit the Council Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Framingham Scouts Attend Girl Scout Day at Old Sturbridge Village today

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Create-A-Cook Program for Junior Scouts on Sunday, May 2 at Camp Virgina in Bolton

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council will hold a Create-a-Cook program for Junior Scouts at Camp Virginia in Bolton on Sunday, May 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may also register. This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Get Smart: Who said you can’t play with your food? Experiment with kitchen tools and see what a serving size should look like. Then turn the heat up in the kitchen and Create-a-Cook.
camp Virgina is located on Hudson Road in Bolton.
Registration fee is $13 per Scout.
Registration deadline will occur when the maximum number of Scout register or about 2 weeks prior to the event date (about April 16).

Dinosaur Dig for Brownies on May 13 at Camp Rice Moody in Reading

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering a Dinosaur Dig program at Camp Rice Moody in Reading on Thursday, May 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for Brownie Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3 may also register. This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Get Smart: Learn about what lies beneath the surface of the world. Make your own "fossil," go on a scavenger hunt to put together the mysterious dinosaur, and dig in!
Registration is $9 per Scout.
Registration is expected to end when all the slots fill up or about 2 weeks before the event (About April 27).

Fish ar Cool Brownie Program Deadline is Tomorrow

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Fish Are Cool - Water Wonders Try-It Program.
Get Smart. Work towards earning the Water Wonders badge from Norfolk Aggie students and their teacher. Marine Biology students will work with the girls to better understand the properties of water through hands-on experiments. Scouts will be able to observe and care for the schools various aquariums which are home to several varieties of fish, snails, frogs, eels and more. Enjoy learning how to properly care for fresh and salt water tanks and have a blast learning about the world of fish.
Saturday, April 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Norfolk County Agricultural High School, 400 Main Street
Walpole.
Registration fee is $13 per Scout.
Troops and individual Scout may register.
Registration closes on Friday, March 26.
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council's Web site, fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Ice Chips Show Deadline is March, 29

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

Cinco de Mayo Daisy Program on May 2 in Waltham

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

Cinco de Mayo Event on May for Daisies in Andover

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

Indoor Skydiving Event for Senior & Ambassador Scouts on May 15

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is hosting an indoor SKYDIVING program on May 15 from 10 a.m. to Noon at SkyVenture, 3 Poisson Ave, in Nashua, N.H.! This event is for Senior & Ambassador Scouts only!
Get Balanced. Fly at SkyVenture New Hampshire! Tour the facility and then experience the freedom of ﬂight in their state- of-the-art vertical wind tunnel.
Video and photos of your experience will be taken.
Registration fee is $45 per Scout.
Registration will end about 2 weeks before the event. Although, sometimes events fill up to capacity earlier.

Solar Car Race for Junior Scouts on May 16

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Solar Car Race on May 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
Program: Get Smart. Build and test your own solar powered vehicle with your Troop, organize a race within your Service Unit even, and then come to the GSEM Solar Car Race Day to race against girls from all over the Council.
Troops will register per girl.
Each team will receive their vehicle from GSEM for an additional fee of $25.
Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may also register.
Registration fee is $9 per Junior Scout.
Registration will end about 2 weeks before the event.

Sports Savvy Program for Older Scouts on April 25

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is offering a Sports Savvy program at the Hingham Scout House from 1 to 4 p.m. on April 25 for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register.
PROGRAM: Involved or interested in sports? Want to know where sports can take you now and in the future? Try out new fitness methods, learn from successful women how they turned their love of sports into exciting careers, and have fun with your friends as you spend an afternoon of sports, fitness, and fun!
The registration fee is $9 per Scout.
Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Registration deadline, according to GSEM, is typically 2 wqeeks prior to the event. Although some event due fill to capacity early.

Wild Women Weekend Overnight on June 12-13

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

White Water Rafting for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Sunday, June 6

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Paddle, Pole and Role program for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts at Crab Apple White Water Rafting in Charlemont on Sunday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register.
PADDLE, POLE, & ROLE INTEREST PROJECT: This full-day program allows Girl Scouts to earn the Paddle Pole & Roll Interest Project using inflatable kayaks and professional instructors. The morning session includes instruction, on-water practice and relay races in the reservoir behind the base camp. The afternoon is spent paddling inflatable kayaks, "Funyaks" 8 miles down an easy stretch of the Deerfield River.
Follow-up work at home completes the IP requirements.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event #4821
Registration cost is $55 per Scout and $55 per leader/adult.
Registration will end when 50 people have registered or on May 14.
To register: Contact Crab Apple at 800-553-RAFT and ask about the Paddle, Pole & Role program; for additional dates, current prices, information and reservations.

High Adventure Interest Project on June 12 for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts

2010-03-23T15:07:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a High Adventure Interest Project event at Camp Harrington in Bolyston on Saturday, June 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register.
PROGRAM: You're sure to climb out of your "comfort zone" at this full-day program earning your High Adventure Interest Project. You'll have a great time challenging yourself on low ropes, climbing wall, and high ropes elements. We're talking high-adrenaline OMG swinging-from-the-trees FUN!!!
Practice team building and learn the basics of adventure education as well as technical skills such as spotting, belaying, climbing, and more.
Bring a brown bag lunch.
Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event: 4822
Registration is $15 per Scout.
Registration will end when 100 Scouts or on May 28.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Swim & Fun Overnight Program for Brownies on June 12-13

2010-03-22T23:16:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering a Swim & Fun Overnight program at the Worcester YWCA on Saturday, June 12 from 7 p.m. until Sunday, June 13 to 9 a.m. for Brownie Scouts.
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! Scouts will also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack and breakfast.
This event is really for Troops. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules.
Individual Scouts may register, but it is recommended they registered with a buddy.
Event # 4824
Registration is $25 per scout.
Registration will close when 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org.

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

2010-03-22T23:04:00.001-04:00

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

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

Horsemanship Program on May 22

2010-03-21T20:17:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering a Horsemanship Basics program on Saturday, may 22 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne, Massachusetts. The program is for Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Scouts. (Sorry, no Daisies). Juliette Scouts in grades 2-12 may also registered.
PROGRAM: Learn about grooming, leading, safety, equine behavior, tacking up and more in this half-day workshop at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne. This will be a chance to work towards horse related badges or to just have fun and learn about horses and then get a chance to ride one.
Be sure to wear hard sole shoes.
Helmets will be provided for any participants that do not own one.
For Troops and Individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4805
Registration cost is $22 per Scout.
Registration is for the first 22 Scouts or until April 30.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Horse Riding Program for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts on May 8

2010-03-15T15:21:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering Horse Sense Riding Lessons for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday, May 8 at half-hour intervals between noon and 2 p.m.
PROGRAM: Learn how to mount, dismount, walk, turn and stop. Another step towards earning your Horse Sense IP. This program includes an introductory 1/2 hour lesson and is immediately following the Horse Sense program (see Horse Sense program description). Your lesson time will vary depending on the number of girls who sign up.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register
Event # 4783
Registration fee is $15 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org

Horse Sense IP Program on May 8 in Spencer

2010-03-15T15:14:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Horse Sense Program on Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at Camp Marshall in Spencer for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops must adhere to safety wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Work towards your Horse Sense IP in this super-fun horse program! Scouts will learn horse safety, standard horse etiquette, grooming and leading a horse. Scout also will explore the tack room and learn about the equipment and its care.
IPs can be purchased separately from the council store.
An optional introductory 1/2 hour lesson is also available directly after this program (see Horse Sense Riding Lesson program description).
Event #4782
Registration cost is $20 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts register.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org

Plant Life IP Program on Saturday, June 5

2010-03-15T14:58:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Plant Life IP Program on Saturday, June 5 at Tower Hill Botanical Gardens in Boylston for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts room 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with adult.
PROGRAM: Explore the world of plants and gardening at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Find out what you need to start your own garden while you try out different kinds of gardening tools, learn about different soils, garden pests and more. Discover the beauty of nature at Tower Hill through a guided tour and go home with a new plant ... one that wasn’t grown from a seed!
Scouts will complete five of the requirements for the Plant Life Interest Project. The patch will be provided, however you will need to complete additional activities on your own to fully earn the award.
Event # 4816
Registration cost is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader/adult.
Registration deadline is May 7 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out on the online registration form & pre-pay with a credit card.

Worcester Swim Overnight on May 29-30

2010-03-15T14:45:00.001-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts & the Worcester YWCA have teamed up for a special Swim & Fun Overnight Program for Brownie & Junior Scouts on Saturday May 29 starting at 7 p.m. until Sunday, May 30 at 9 a.m.
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! You'll also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Registration price includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack, and breakfast.
This event is more for Troops, but call and ask about Individual Scout spots.
Event # 4809
Registration is $25 per Scout.
Registration is ongoing until 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org

Buttonwood Zoo Overnight program for Brownies on May 15-16

2010-03-15T14:09:00.000-04:00

Things that Go Bump in the Night program at the Buttonwood Park zoo in New Bedford for Brownies on Saturday, May 15 at 6 p.m. until Sunday, May 16 at 9 a.m. Sponsored by Girl scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council, Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Each Troop must provide a trained over night leader and a first aider. Each Troop must also provide 1 adult for every 5 Scouts. Individual Scout may registers but must attend with a legal guardian.
PROGRAM: Have you ever wondered just what exactly those things that go bump in the night are? Learn about unique creatures of the night and the spectacular ways they are adapted for life under the cover of darkness. While learning about nocturnal animal adaptations, participants will explore their own sensory abilities and even dissect an owl pellet! Girls will meet the requirements for their Animals and Senses Try-Its (not included) at this awesome Flashlight Adventure! Participation patch provided which allows free zoo admission through 2011.
Event # 4796
Registration cost is $55 per person, including Scouts & adults.
Registration deadline is April 16 or when 60 people have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Girl Scouts Walk Together Event on April 25

2010-03-14T19:55:00.000-04:00

Walk-Together for Fun, Fitness and Friendship on April 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Brownie, Junior, Cadette, & Senior level Scouts.
The Walk 'n Mass Vokssport Club will be running a Walk Together with Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham. Girl Scouts and their families are invited to walk the 10 km route that will go through our camp. Girls can purchase the AVA Participation Patch for Girl Scout Walks after they have completed a Volksmarch.
If Junior troops, Cadettes, Seniors or Ambassadors are interested in volunteering to help with the Volksmarch please email jvanburen@girlscoutseasternmass.org.
First aider is required for Troops.
The event is free but pre-registration is required.

Girl Scout Golf Event on Saturday, April 24

2010-03-14T19:42:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts will host a Girls Golf Club Kick Off Event on Saturday, April 24 at a location TBD for Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts from 10 a.m. to noon.
Juliette Scouts in grades 2-12 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Kick off the spring/summer season learning the basics of golf. Local golf pros will instruct clinics in putting, chipping and full swing. It's a fun-filled introduction to the 2010 Summer Girls Golf Club. Golf clubs will be available to borrow.
Event # 4754
This is a free event but pre-registration is required.
Registration ends on April 19 or when 150 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Susan Teitel at pvgirlsgolf@yahoo.com or 413-896-0596.

Gardens Galore Program on May 29th for Daisy Scouts

2010-03-14T19:22:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Gardens Galore program for Daisy Scouts at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Bolyston on Saturday, May 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules.
PROGRAM: Search for colors and shapes on the beautiful grounds of Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Garden games and songs add to the fun. Plant some flower or vegetable seeds to take home and start your own garden! A nice tie-in with the Daisy Flower Garden Journey and a fun, informative program for the girls! A participation patch is included.
Event # 4804
Registration is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader and or adult.
Registration ends on April 30 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site and fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Amazing Race in Worcester on Saturday, May 22

2010-03-14T19:13:00.000-04:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting an Amazing Race program for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday, May 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Program: The race starts in a US city - Worcester, Massachusetts! Teams must follow clues and instructions and make their way to checkpoints in places around the city, eventually racing to the finish line! Along the way teams perform tasks that represent the culture and adventures of the city - past and present. Teams will come across obstacles and challenges in the form of road blocks, detours and pit stops. Do you think you have the brains, brawn and street-smarts to win the race? Form your team and become a contestant in the AMAZING RACE!
Teams are made up of girls (with their adult chaperones/drivers), with one vehicle per team. Many teams will enter; only one team will win.
Event #: 4802
Registration cost is $20 per Scout.
Minimum 8 teams (1 vehicle per team) and no maximums.
Registration deadline is May 1
To register, contact the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council.

Girl Scout Night at CATS

2010-03-13T10:54:00.001-05:00

My Brownie Troop is interested in doing Girl Scout Night at CATS.
I'm posting this to see if another Troop might be interested in joining us.

Broadway in Boston is holding a Girl Scout Night for CATS on Thursday, April 15 at the Colonial Theatre. Curtains rise at 7:30 p.m.
**Tickets are $27. (They are in the balcony).

The Scouts (Brownie level and higher) will be eligible for a Broadway Across America Patch for the back of their vest by attending the CATS show, participating in a pre-show event, a Colonial Theatre tour, and a group Girl Scout photo that night.

The pre-show event is a special meeting with the Animal Rescue League of Boston. scouts will talk about ways you can help care for your pet and get involved with the animal community in your own neighborhood.

PLEASE e-mail me at spetroni@rcn.com by Monday, March 22 - NO LATER than Noon, if you would like to join our Troop.
When you e-mail me, let me know number of tickets needed, number of Scouts for the patches, and Troop level and #.

Thanks
Susan Scully Petroni
Brownie Troop 72082

Happy 98th Birthday Girl Scouts!

2010-03-12T15:29:00.000-05:00

Today, join in celebrating the 98th anniversary of Girl Scouts! More than 3 million girls in the United States and more than are discovering their path to leadership through Girl Scouts.
Self-discovery and community service were core values that Girls Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Low sought to instill in girls from the earliest days. When the organization was founded in 1912, many girls’ paths in life were limited and Low’s vision was to establish an organization where any American girl could expand her personal horizon by having fun while exploring new interests and contributing to society. Low was determined to help expand opportunities and learning for the average American girl, and founded Girl Scouts on March 12, 1912.

Register for April Vacation Week One-day Camps

2010-03-10T22:34:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is offering School vacation week DAY camps for Brownie, Junior & Cadette Scouts on April 20, April 21, April 22, and April 23. Juliette Scouts in grades 2-6 may also register.
You can register your daughter for one day ($40 per day) including bus transportation, from either Brophy or Potter Road elementary or register her for 2, 3, or all 4 days.

Below is a link for registration (you can either pre-pay with a credit card or mail a check.)
http://registration.girlscoutseasternmass.org/cgi-bin/browse.cgi?campID=32

Bus picks up at 8 a.m.
Drops off at 5 p.m.

This is a good way to test out the camp experience for Scouts who have never tried it. It is also a great option for working parents, whose daughter enjoys Scouting.

The buses for Framingham were recently added!
Spaces are still available for all 4 days as of today!

Old Sturbridge Village Host Girl Scout Day on March 27

2010-03-10T21:59:00.001-05:00

Old Sturbridge Village Hosts Girl Scout Day on March 27
Many of the Try-It workshops, Badge Workshops, and other workshops have sold out, but Girl Scouts can still register up until Friday, March 26 for the special reduced admission price of just $7.
Girl Scout Day is for Girl Scouts of all ages who are interested in learning more about multi-culturalism in New England in the early 19th century. Learn about how minority women paved a way for themselves and those after them. Meet Molly Geet, a Native American Doctress; Mumbet, a slave who fought for her freedom in the Massachusetts court system and won; and Mary Culligan, an Irish Immigrant and hired-hand.
Also, inspired by Women's History Month, girls can explore the everyday lives of girls and women through demonstrations and performances! Visit the animals and the costumed Villagers throughout the Countryside and the Center Village.
If time permits, consider making a quick craft in the Hands-on Crafts Center at $5-10 per activity - first come, first served; some age and safety restrictions apply.
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•This event is for Groups and Individual Scouts w/an Adult - Family Members too!
•Admission is $7 per Scout (ages 5-17); one adult per Scout also pays the special $7 Scout Day rate. Additional Adults pay the Adult Admission rate of $20.
(Admission rate includes most Village activities and an Old Sturbridge Village patch for the Scout.) Members, Sturbridge residents, and children under three are free
•We request that Scouts wear their uniforms.
•Scouts will receive an activity sheet to complete during their visit. Once completed, Scouts go to the Gift Shop to receive an OSV patch.

Sundown Safari Program at Southwick's Zoo on Saturday night, May 15

2010-03-10T20:56:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts and Southwick's Zoo in Mendon is hosting a Sundown Safari for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday night from 6 to 8. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register. This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Troops must adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Zoo staff will guide Scouts through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. Scouts will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats. Bring your flashlights!
Event # 4795
Registration fee is $20 per Scout and $20 per leader or adult.
Registration will end on April 16 or when 80 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org

Thank You Day April 10 in Quincy

2010-03-09T21:51:00.001-05:00

As a special thank you to our valued registered volunteers, Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council will hold a 2nd Annual Thank You Day on saturday, April 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Quincy.
The event is all about honoring and thanking volunteers for their service to GSEM and our girls. Come be enriched with activities and sessions just for you or learn something new to take back to the troop.
Sessions include: Bridging, Ceremonies, Level Workshops, etc.
Guest speakers, lunch & special surprises throughout the day are included! Pre-registration is required.
The cost to attend is $5 per volunteer, including lunch.
The registration deadline is roughly March 25.

For the Birds Workshop for Junior Scouts on Saturday, May 15 in Worcester

2010-03-09T19:18:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council is offering a For the Birds badge Workshop for Junior Scouts at Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester on Saturday, May 15, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 also may register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Adults may be expected to help at the workshop.
Badge workshop: Become an ornithologist (a person who studies birds) while earning Our Council's Own For the Birds Badge as we explore the fascinating world of birds. Learn about beak adaptations, bird calls, feathers, migrations and so much more. Learn from naturalists and go for a hike on the sanctuary grounds for a bit of bird watching!
The badge is not included in the registration price and must be purchased at GSCWM Store, like Worcester.
Event #4792
Registration fee is $8 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
Registration deadline is May 14 or when 30 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Mass Audubon Society at 508-753-6087 or sfarnam@massaudubon.org

Aerospace Program for Junior Scouts at Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum on Saturday, May 1

2010-03-09T19:09:00.002-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding Aerospace Program for Junior Scouts at the Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum in Fitchburg on Saturday, May 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should follow safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts should attend with an adult.
Workshop: During this day-long workshop you'll complete 5 activities for the Aerospace Badge while learning and connecting with this fantastic museum staff!
Make different kinds of paper airplanes and test fly them to discover their flight characteristics. Take a tour of the museum exhibits and after lunch (bring bagged lunches), the group will reconvene to decorate and assemble kites.
Scouts will also explore careers in aviation and what it would be like to live and work in space. After an adult-free planning period, Scouts will then present a skit on living and working in space. If there's time, Scouts will finish off with a treasure hunt. Then, weather permitting, Scouts will take our kites down to Riverside Park for a test flight.
All your creations will go home with you for more flying fun!
Event # 4761
Registration will end on April 1 or when 30 scouts and 20 adults have registered.
Registration fee is $7 per Scout.
To register: Contact Top Fun Aviation Museum at 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation@verizon.net

Crazy About Animals Zoo Overnight For Cadette Scouts on April 17 & 18

2010-03-09T15:38:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering a CRAZY About Animals! Zoo Overnight for Cadette Scouts at the Buttonwood Zoo in New Bedford on Saturday, April 17 & Sunday, April 18. Event starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday and ends at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-7-8 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register.
PROGRAM: Discover the many careers that exist working with animals. Connect with zoo staff to find out just what it takes to become a zookeeper, veterinarian, field researcher, etc.
Participants will design an animal exhibit, discover (and create) one of the very special things zookeepers do to keep animals healthy and active, and even get a behind-the-scenes look at where the animal's food is prepared - the commissary.
Participation patch is provided which allows free zoo admission through 2011.
Troops and individual Scouts may register. Each Troop must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider, and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered).
•Event #4730
Registration cost is $55 per person - Scout, leader, or adult.
Registration will end on March 19 or when 60 people have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM web site, fill out the online registration form, and prepay with a credit card.

March Service Unit Meeting Minutes

2010-03-09T11:06:00.000-05:00

Framingham Girl Scout Leader Meeting Tuesday, March 2, 2010
7-8pm Plymouth Church, Edgell Road

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 = April 6
Agenda: Discuss open Service Unit positions, Bridging

Introductions/Attendance: 9 in attendance

Cookie Chair = Helena
REMINDER: direct debit for payments should have been in by March 4 and all girl information must be in by March 19
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Council Updates:
1) Certified Troop Campers --no longer need certification. It is expected that they camp regularly with the girls
2) Check council website listed above for other activities

Town-wide Events:
A. Girl Scout Sunday --St Bridget Church hosted a Mass on Sun, Mar 7 at 9 a.m. about 30 Girl Scouts from town attended & participated. It was a very nice ceremony
B.Girl Scout Bowling at Fairways, Natick Sat, March 6 -- about 175 girls and pals bowled, fun time
C.Town Bridging -- Susan Petroni is working of organizing possible locations are St Stevens and St Andrews and possible dates are late May early June, watch Yahoo leader Group for further updates

Thanks to Susan Petroni, lots of activity information is shared through the Framingham Girl Scouts Web site -- www.framinghamgirlscouts.blogspot.com
If you do not already receive the "feedbitz" e-newsletter when new events are posted, please register your e-mail address. The place to do that is on the top right-hand corner of this web site.

Framingham Girl Scouts Bowl

2010-03-07T22:39:00.004-05:00

Almost 175 Scouts participated in the Framingham Girl Scouts Me & My Pal Bowling Event on Saturday, March 6. Scouts who participated each received a round bowling participation patch for the back of their vest or sash. The event was planned to coincide with national Girl Scout Week.
Below is a slideshow of photos from the event:
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Making Hobbies Badge Workshop for Junior Scouts at Camp Green Eyrie during School Vacation Week on Thursday, April 22

2010-03-05T21:06:00.001-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Making Hobbies Badge Workshop during School Vacation Week for Junior Scouts. It's Not Easy Being Green: Making Hobbies Badge Workshop will be held at Camp Green Eyrie in Harvard on Thursday, April 22 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts should attend with an adult.
BADGE WORKSHOP: Using our "inner green" we will explore the Making Hobbies Badge (included in registration fee). Solving the riddle "What do we do now?" the group will cooperatively create items in our recycle station. We'll get inspired as we work together as a team to craft and re-craft. Scouts will complete pieces and then be judged by peers for the honor of display in the Chair City Artisan's Gallery. This workshop will also explore owning a craft business as well as crafting safety.
Event #4747
Registration cost is $8 per Scout.
Registration will end on April 2 or when 75 Scouts have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form and prepay with a credit card.

Visual Arts Badge Workshop on Sunday, April 11 at Worcester Art Museum

2010-03-05T20:56:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Badge Workshop on Visual Arts at the Worcester Art Museum on Junior Scouts on Sunday, April 11 from 3 to 5 p.m. Individual Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may register.
Program: Tour the museum galleries for inspiration and sketch ideas to bring back to the studio. Then pick up your paint brush and work with a museum instructor to learn about color, design, perspective and composition in your own creative work of art. You will also have the opportunity to learn about the career of an artist/art teacher during the workshop. Have fun exploring the galleries and making art in the museum's studios while working towards your Visual Arts Badge! Includes a custom tailored, 30-minute guided tour followed by a 90-minute creative studio activity.
Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts should attend with an adult.
Event # 4723
Registration fee is $20 per Scout.
Registration will end when 40 Scouts have registered or on March 26.
To register contact the Education Department at 508-793-4333.

Cinco de Mayo Daisy Event on May 2 in Waltham

2010-03-05T19:38:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is holding a Cinco de Mayo Event for Daisy Scouts on May 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. for Daisy Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts should attend with an adult.
Program: Vamanos! Learn some Spanish words and play some Mexican games. Make a craft to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Adults are expected to help.
The event will be held at Camp Cedar Hill in Waltham.
Registration fee is $10.50 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
Registration ends roughly 2 weeks before the event, or when the maximum number of Scouts has been reached.
To register, visit the Council Web site, click on programs, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Humans & Habitats Badge Program For Junior Scouts on April10 at the Heifer Learning Center at Overlook Farm in Rutland

2010-03-05T18:05:00.001-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Humans & Habitats Badge Workshop for Junior Scouts in Rutland at the Heifer Learning Center at Overlook Farm on
Saturday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 7 5 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops must follow safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: While preparing and eating a Global Village meal, discover how culture is reflected in the food we eat and how we prepare it. Investigate the impact of food choices and examine issues surrounding population and resource distribution. This program qualifies for the Humans & Habitats Badge (included in the registration price).
You may wish to provide a snack for the ride home as the “meal” consists of a typical simple lunch that would be prepared in a culture other than the U.S. (i.e. quinoa and vegetable stew-Peru).
Call for other dates and large-group requests.
Visit www.heifer.org to learn more about Heifer's mission.
Event # 4714
Registration is 422.50 per Scout or $225 maximum per Troop of 15.
Registration will end on March 12 or when 15 Scouts have registered.
To register, Contact Heifer Learning Center at 508-886-2221 or Overlook.Farm@Heifer.org.

Special Trash to Treasure Program for All Scouts at Wistariahurst Museum on Saturday, March 27

2010-03-04T23:34:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council is hosting a Trash to Treasure event at the Wistariahurst Museum in Holyoke on Saturday, March 27 from 10 a.m. to noon. for all Scout levels.
Imagine! During this hands-on session with a local artist, girls can make bottle cap jewelry, brooch pins with buttons and paper clips, and then pile their treasures into a custom-designed jewelry box fashioned from a reusable shoe box. Turn castaways into fun and functional stuff. It's fun being green!
Troops and individual Scouts may register. As space is small, please limit the number of adults to safety-wise rules.
If the morning program fills, an afternoon session may be added.
Event #4690
Registration is $8 per Scout.
Registration closes on March 6 or when 40 Scouts have registered.
To register, Contact Marjorie at 413-322-5660

Medieval IP Event on May 16 for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts

2010-03-01T20:03:00.001-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts will host an Museum Discovery IP - Medieval Style Program at Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester on Sunday, May 16, from noon to 3 p.m. for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register.
IP PROGRAM: Discover Higgins Armory Museum in a whole new way! Earn your Museum Discovery IP while you learn about the history of the museum, where all the wonderful items came from, how they’re stored and so much more! While connecting with the museum’s staff you’ll learn about museum careers as well as other related careers and you’ll find out about volunteer opportunities - ever thought about working in a museum or helping out at a medieval workshop, presentation or faire? Higgins is a great place to do that just! In this workshop you'll find out how! Discover, Connect and Take Action…all in one workshop!
This program is for Troops & individual Scouts. Troops must follow safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4798
Registration is $15 per Scout. Registration fee for leaders & adults is $8.
Registration will end on April 23 or when 30 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Higgins Armory Museum, Rhonda, at 508-853-6015 x20 or rhoule@higgins.org.

Girl Sports Try-It Program for Brownies at Camp Harrington on June 6

2010-03-01T19:53:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of central & Western Massachusetts is offering a Girl Sports Adventure for Brownie Scouts at Camp Harrington in Boylston on Sunday, June 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3, and recently bridged Daisy Scouts may register.
Try-It Program: Being active and challenging yourself is a great way to discover just what you can do when you try. Cross an imaginary alligator-infested swamp with the help of your team and a swinging vine, balance together on a giant teeter-totter, protect your “Jedi Warrior” while trying to tag theirs by throwing yarn balls through space to earn your GirlSports Try-It by playing energy-packed field games, working together to figure out brain–teasing challenges and supporting each other while climbing out of your “comfort zone” on the low rope challenge course ~ all in the spirit of adventure!
Troops and individual scouts may register. Safety-wise rules apply to Troops. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
NOTE: Not sure if the Try-It badge is included in the cost of the registration fee. call Council to confirm.
Event # 4819
Registration fee is $12 per Brownie.
Registration will end on May 21 or when 100 Scouts have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Swimming Badge Program for Junior Scouts on April 24 in Worcester

2010-03-01T19:19:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council will host a Swimming Badge Program for Junior Scouts on Swimming Badge at the YWCA in Worcester on Saturday, April 24 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. for Junior Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may also register.
BADGE PROGRAM: Looking for a fun way to earn the Junior Swimming Badge? Girls will work in small groups, choosing from 8 stations. After completing 6 stations, Scouts will have earned the badge! There will also be time for free swim and a chance to watch a performance of the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team!
NOTE: Badges can be purchased separately at the Council store.
Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops must follow safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4760
Registration is ongoing until 60 Scouts are registered.
Registration is $12 per Scout.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org.

Zoobilee Event at the Zoo in Forest Park in Springfield on May 21 for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts

2010-03-01T19:10:00.001-05:00

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting Zoobilee at The Zoo in Forest Park
in Springfield on Friday, May 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades K-5 may also register.
Program: Meet animals up close and personal after hours at the zoo when it becomes a fantastically fun, wildlife learning place for Girl Scouts.
At discovery stations, Scouts will find out what animals eat and why, and how similar their nutritional needs are. Scouts can hop on the Zoo Train to check out hard-to-reach zoo destinations. Dress to be outside.
Registration fee does not include $2 park entrance charged per in-state vehicle. Participation patch included in the Scouts' registration fee.
This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Safety-wise rules apply to Troops. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4801
Registration fee is $10 per Scout and $9 per leader and adult.
Registration will end on May 7 or when 200 people are registered.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site and fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Bowling Registration Deadline is Tomorrow

2010-03-01T12:11:00.000-05:00

All Girl Scout leaders and adult volunteers are invited to the next Framingham Service Unit meeting on Tuesday, March 2 at 7 p.m.
Scheduled agenda: Girl Scout Week activities (March 6-13), including Bowling on Saturday, March 6; and a update on town-wide bridging.
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Tuesday, March 2 is also the deadline to register and pay for any Scout participating in the Me & My Pal Bowling Event.

6-Week Archery Program Offered for Junior Scouts in Waltham

2010-02-28T21:13:00.000-05:00

Take Aim: The 6 Mondays we will meet are: April 5, April 12, April 26, May 3, May 10, May 17.
There is no program Monday April 19 because of April Vacation.
Once you’ve learned the basics of archery, take the challenge to complete the Ultimate Archer’s Quest!
Spend six Monday sessions improving your individual archery skills as you get to know other girls your age.
Girls will have the chance to earn the Archery Badge by participating in this program.
Aim for bulls eye and see just what you can accomplish during these session!
Date: Start date is Monday, April 5
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Scout Level: Junior
Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 may also register.
Location: Camp Cedar Hill, 265 Beaver Street, in Waltham.
Registration fee: $50 per Scout.
Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council web site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form & pre-pay with a credit card.

Lorax Love Brownie Program in Avon on Thursday, April 1

2010-02-28T20:53:00.000-05:00

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council is holding a Lorax Love Brownie program on Thursday, April 1 from 4;30 to 6:30 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3 may register. (April 1 is an early release day for Framingham Public Schools)
Program: Love Dr. Seuss? Read The Lorax in an exciting new way! Create your own story about weird and wacky plants and animals and make your own portable "greenhouse" to take home. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Safety-wise rules apply to Troops. Adults are expected to help. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
This is a non-Try-It/Patch event.
Registration fee is $7 per Scout.
Leaders and adults are free.
Event will be held at the Avon First Baptist Church, 119 North Main Street, in Avon.
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Council web site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form & pre-pay with a credit card.