Throughout our history, we've never
stopped evolving. That's how we continue to
meet the needs of girls today.
Explore our past
Since 1912, Girl Scouts has helped Connecticut's girls build courage, confidence and character. While we have always remained true to Juliette Gordon Low's vision, we are constantly evolving. That's why we say we're 100 years young! Join us, and see how Girl Scouts discover themselves as they explore their world, connect with others and take action through activities and programs that are relevant and exciting to girls today.
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 Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the Sandy Hook Elementary School community. We have created a list of resources for parents and volunteers and information on how you can help.
ANNUAL MEETING AND RECOGNITIONS
Join us for our Annual Meeting and Adult Recognitions Presentation, Wednesday, May 29, from 7:00-9:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 201 Washington Ave, North Haven. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Jacquilyn Davis at jdavis@gsofct.org by May 22. Business or Girl Scout attire is appropriate.
You can also stop by the Historical Museum from 4:30 to 6:30 prior to the Annual Meeting. The museum is located on the first floor of the North Haven Service Center, just down the street at 20 Washington Ave.
WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT 2013
Exceptional Girl Scouts, volunteers, and successful women were celebrated for their leadership and civic engagement on Wednesday, April 3 during Girl Scouts of Connecticut’s Women of Achievement Breakfast. Read the press release or see more photos from the event on our Facebook page!
GSOFCT MUSEUM IS NOW OPEN!
The Girl Scouts of Connecticut Museum is now open in Room 107 on the first floor of the North Haven Service Center. The ribbon cutting was held March 10 with many notable alumnae in attendance. To see photos from the event, see our Facebook page.
The museum will be open the first Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the third Thursday of each month from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Self-guided visits may also be scheduled during normal business hours by contacting Hannah Granfield at hgranfield@gsofct.org.
 GSOFCT ON THE AIR
Our Girl Scouts and our CEO, Mary Barneby, have been busy visiting TV and radio stations to talk about our Cookie Program and all the great things girls are doing! Click on a link below to see or hear the interviews!
SANDY HOOK CAMPERSHIP FUND
Throughout the entire state, we have all been deeply impacted by the tragedy in Newtown, especially upon learning about the eight Girl Scout Daisies who passed away. Many people have asked how they can give. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has set up the Sandy Hook Girl Scout Campership Fund in memory of our Daisies. This fund will help girls who may not otherwise be able to afford summer camp, to attend and will be designated for programs based on activities each girl loved, such as horseback riding, theater, and animal care. Please visit the individual giving page to donate. Please be sure to note your gift is for the Sandy Hook Girl Scout Campership Fund.
GIRL SCOUT VOICES
We want to hear from you! Sign up now to be part of a panel and have a voice in the future of Girl Scouts. You will take an introductory survey and then be invited to take 1-3 surveys over the course of the year. Just check out the Girl Scout Voices site!
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BE A HAPPY CAMPER!
Join us in the amazing world of summer camp for girls – ALL girls! Girl Scouts of Connecticut provides a wide variety of outdoor opportunities that last from a few days to up to seven weeks! Girls can choose day camp, resident camp, or both! Take a look through all of our offerings. We are sure you and your girl will find irresistible selections!
SPECIAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
Attention Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts: Girls age 12 and up are invited to volunteer at The International Festival of Arts & Ideas, June 15-29, 2013. (Girls under 14 require parental or Troop Leader supervision.) The Festival is a 15 day celebration of art, culture, and lectures across New Haven. Volunteer opportunities include ushering at concerts and assisting with donations during the event. Contact Lizzie Donius at ldonius@artidea.org for additional information and to sign up as a volunteer. Be sure to mention you are a Girl Scout.
PRODUCT SALES ONLINE BANKING
Troop QSP and Cookie Managers/Leaders can use the Webster online banking option to pay for your troop/groups products.You do not need to be a Webster customer to use this option.
For instructions on how to make a payment, click here.
CENTENNIAL COINS AVAILABLE
FROM THE U.S. MINT!
Purchase your Girl Scouts of the USA Centennial Silver Dollar from the U.S. Mint! Just call 1-800-USA-MINT (1-800-872-6468) or order online. Prices are $55.95 for uncirculated and $59.95 for proof quality. There is a charge of $4.95 shipping and handling on all orders.
UPCOMING GIRL PROGRAMS
Girl Scout Day at Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Girl Scout Families and Troops are invited to join us Saturday, June 1, for a morning of Girl Scout activities. Later, explore the Museum and Nature Center at your leisure. Register by May 20. For more information see this flyer or contact Nancy Bajek at nbajek@gsofct.org or call 1-800-922-2770, ext. 3369.
Girl Scout Day at Lake Compounce
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun! Enter
the park early for a variety of hands-on thrill builder activities and
design challenges. See the science behind some of the rides. Buffet
lunch included. $45 per person. See the flyer or contact Erica Mitchell at emitchell@gsofct.org for more
information. You MUST register by June 14. Tickets will be sent in the mail along with conformation packet two weeks before event.
 Exploring Hammonasset
Juniors and Cadettes, This summer come to Hammonasset state park and explore several different habitats with a Marine Biologist! Check out this flyer for more information, or click on one of the dates below to register online!
Save the Date!
October 4-6 - Camp Sikorsky
UPCOMING TRAINING EVENTS
Regional Training Days - ONLY ONE LEFT!
Need to get trainings done but not sure how to fit it all in? Come to one of our Regional Training Days! Make a S’more at Fire, Food and Fun. Renew your Camping Adventures training. Get the First Aid and CPR training you need. Only one chance left this spring - Camp Aspetuck, Weston - June 8.
Become a Girlz R.U.L.E.® Facilitator!
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R.U.L.E.® (Respect, Understand, Lead, Empower) is an anti-bullying program designed for girls. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has developed this signature initiative and there are programs throughout the state.
Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program to girls in grades
three through eight, which may be offered during school hours,
immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
Upcoming Trainings:
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Tuesday, July 16- 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – North Haven Service Center
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Tuesday, July 23 - 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – Hartford Service Center
There is no cost for this training. Light refreshments will be served
throughout the day, bring a lunch and covered mug.
To register for one of these trainings or if you have any questions about Girlz R.U.L.E.®, please contact Hannah Granfield at HGranfield@gsofct.org or (203) 239-2922 ext. 3309.
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May 27, 2013
May 28, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Green Acres Daisy Kindergarten Tea
Inviting all incoming Kindergarten girls!
To see what a Girl Scout meeting is like!
Tuesday, May 28 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Located at Green Acres Cafe
146 Upper State St, North Haven, CT
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts
Stories, crafts, games and songs.
Learn more about our special 4 week Summer Daisy Program!
RSVP or any questions please contact Felisa Natale
North Haven Girl Scout Service Unit Treasurer
fgscookie@comcast.net
| Location | Green Acres Cafe 146 Upper State St, North Haven | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Felisa Natale
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May 29, 2013
Join us for our annual meeting of the corporation
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Join us for our annual meeting of the corporation and presentation of Volunteer Recognitions.
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May 31, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Ridge Road Daisy Kindergarten Tea
Inviting all incoming Kindergarten girls!
To see what a Girl Scout meeting is like!
Friday May 31st 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Located at Girl Scout Council Lower Level
20 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts
Stories, crafts, games and songs.
Learn more about our special 4 week Summer Daisy Program!
RSVP or any questions please contact Felisa Natale
North Haven Girl Scout Service Unit Treasurer
fgscookie@comcast.net
| Location | Girl Scout Council Lower Level 20 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT | | Time | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | | Contact | Felisa Natale
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May 31, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Clintonville Daisy Kindergarten Tea
Inviting all incoming Kindergarten girls!
To see what a Girl Scout meeting is like!
Friday May 31 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Located at Girl Scout Council Lower Level
20 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts
Stories, crafts, games and songs.
Learn more about our special 4 week Summer Daisy Program!
RSVP or any questions please contact Felisa Natale
North Haven Girl Scout Service Unit Treasurer
fgscookie@comcast.net
| Location | Girl Scout Council Lower Level 20 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Felisa Natale
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June 1, 2013
Girl Scout activities and nature education
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June 5, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Montowese Daisy Kindergarten Tea
Inviting all incoming Kindergarten girls!
To see what a Girl Scout meeting is like!
Wednesday, June 5, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Located at Montowese School Library
145 Fitch St, North Haven, CT
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts
Stories, crafts, games and songs.
Learn more about our special 4 week Summer Daisy Program!
RSVP or any questions please contact Felisa Natale
North Haven Girl Scout Service Unit Treasurer
fgscookie@comcast.net
| Location | Montowese School Library 145 Fitch St, North Haven, CT | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Felisa Natale
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June 8, 2013
June 13, 2013
Would you like your daughter to…Experience new places and activities? Learn Life Skills? Make new friends? Gain more self confidence? Improve the world?
Registration for New Girl Scouts!
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Information session for parents of new Girl Scouts, especially incoming Daisy scouts!
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Registration for new and existing scouts and their families
For more information please contact Beth Natt at Bnjb@optonline.net Easton Girl Scouts, or Nicole Mangione, Girl Scouts of Connecticut, at the Bridgeport Service Center, (203)334-3145 Ext.3022 or Nmangione@gsofct.org
| Location | Easton Public Library, Community Room, 691 Morehouse Rd. | | Time | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Nicole Mangione
(203)334-3145ext3022
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June 15, 2013
Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can jump on the bus and head to the city
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Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can jump on the bus and head to the city. Begin at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, explore Times Square, check out the Museum of Natural History, and more! Bus stops in Hartford, New Haven, and Fairfield County.
| Location | New York City | | Time | 7:00 am - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Nancy Bajek
203-239-2933ext3369
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June 27, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist
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June 29, 2013
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun
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July 4-5, 2013
July 10, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and up!
This is a wonderful opportunity for girls to make new friends and learn about Girl Scouting!
Girl Scout Summer 4 Week Program,
Wednesdays, from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Dates: July 10, 17, 24, and 31
*July 31 will include a Pinning Ceremony
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts, stories, crafts, games and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, supplies and pin.
Please make checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Uniforms will be discussed at the first meeting.
| Location | West Haven Community House 227 Elm Street, West Haven, CT | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Anita Silvestro
(203)239-2922ext3334
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July 11, 2013
Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade not currently in a troop to join the Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program,
Thursdays, July 11,18, 25 and Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
*August 1 will include a Pinning Ceremony
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts, stories, crafts, games and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, supplies and pin. Please make checks payable to GSOFCT.
Financial aid available upon request.
Uniforms will be discussed at the first meeting.
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203)239-2922 Ext. 3334 or asilvestro@gsofct.org
| Location | North Haven Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, North Haven, CT | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Anita Silvestro
(203)239-2922ext3334
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July 11, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist
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July 16, 2013
Learn how to facilitate one of our signature programs
More Info
Girlz R.U.L.E. (Respect, Understand, Lead, Empower) is an anti-bullying program designed for girls. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has developed this signature initiative and there are programs throughout the state. Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program to girls in grades three through eight, which may be offered during school hours, immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
There is no cost for this training. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day, bring a lunch and covered mug. More trainings will be offered throughout the membership year. To register, contact Hannah Granfield.
| Location | North Haven Service Center | | Time | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | | Contact | Hannah Granfield
(203)239-2922ext3309
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July 18, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist
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July 23, 2013
Learn how to facilitate one of our signature programs
More Info
Girlz R.U.L.E. (Respect, Understand, Lead, Empower) is an anti-bullying program designed for girls. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has developed this signature initiative and there are programs throughout the state. Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program to girls in grades three through eight, which may be offered during school hours, immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
There is no cost for this training. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day, bring a lunch and covered mug. More trainings will be offered throughout the membership year. To register, contact Hannah Granfield.
| Location | Hartford Service Center | | Time | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | | Contact | Hannah Granfield
(203)239-2922ext3309
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September 2, 2013
November 28-29, 2013
Dec 25, 2013 - Jan 1, 2014
February 1, 2012
Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
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Need tips on writing an effective Endorsement Letter?
Need help identifying the appropriate award for a Volunteer?
Whether or not each volunteer you nominate would be approved for the award requested depends on the Letter of endorsement you write. Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers directly from a member of the GSOFCT Recognitions Committee! Feel free to share what you learn with the rest of your Service Unit. Registration in advance is required.
Three locations are available for February 1:
Wilton Service Center, 529 Danbury Road,
North Windham Service Center, 4 Industrial Park,
Waterbury Service Center, 171 Grandview Avenue.
| Location | Wilton, North Windham, Waterbury Service Centers | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/EventsCalendar.aspx
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February 2, 2012
Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
More Info
Need tips on writing an effective Endorsement Letter?
Need help identifying the appropriate award for a Volunteer?
Whether or not each volunteer you nominate would be approved for the award requested depends on the Letter of endorsement you write. Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers directly from a member of the GSOFCT Recognitions Committee! Feel free to share what you learn with the rest of your Service Unit. Registration in advance is required.
| Location | North Haven Service Center, 20 Washington Avenue | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/eventdetails.aspx?iKey=TR12313
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February 6, 2012
Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
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Need tips on writing an effective Endorsement Letter?
Need help identifying the appropriate award for a Volunteer?
Whether or not each volunteer you nominate would be approved for the award requested depends on the Letter of endorsement you write. Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers directly from a member of the GSOFCT Recognitions Committee! Feel free to share what you learn with the rest of your Service Unit. Registration in advance is required. The Adult Recognitions Training Workshops will be held at various locations across the state, beginning at 7:00 p.m. and ending at 9:00 p.m.
Two locations are available for February 6:
Hartford Service Center, 340 Washington Street, or
Torrington Service Center, 663 East Main Street
| Location | Hartford and Torrington Service Centers | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/EventsCalendar.aspx
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February 7, 2012
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
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Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
| Location | Connecticut College | | Time | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
More Info
Need tips on writing an effective Endorsement Letter?
Need help identifying the appropriate award for a Volunteer?
Whether or not each volunteer you nominate would be approved for the award requested depends on the Letter of endorsement you write. Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers directly from a member of the GSOFCT Recognitions Committee! Feel free to share what you learn with the rest of your Service Unit. Registration in advance is required.
| Location | Bridgeport Service Center, 87 Washington Avenue | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/eventdetails.aspx?iKey=TR12316
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February 10, 2012
Girls in 6th, 7th and 8th grades are invited to explore the ME in media
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Girls in 6th, 7th and 8th grades are invited to join!
Look for the ME in media and learn how you can shape media—for yourself, your community and the world.
Stories are told everywhere and in all kinds of formats – in movies by big Hollywood studios, online by bloggers and through social networks, through the clothes chosen by stylists for a fashion spread in a magazine, through the photos chosen by a newspaper editor. MEdia helps girls think about who is responsible for telling all the stories they see around them and how to use their story to help "re-make" the forms of media they see around them.
Have fun while learning about the media. Meet professionals who will share their career experience with you!
Friday, February 10, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Friday, March 2, 2012
Friday, March 9, 2012
Friday, March 16, 2012
All meetings will be from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. in the Manchester Police Department Community room.
Please contact Loretta Lincoln, Membership and Marketing Manager,(860) 522-0163 ext. 3204 or email LLincoln@gsofct.org for more information.
| Location | Manchester Police Department Community room | | Time | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | | Contact | Loretta Lincoln
860-522-0163ext3204
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February 11, 2012
Yale Women’s Basketball Team BIG EVENT!
Free to all Girl Scouts and their families
Yale Lanman Center in the Payne Whitney Gym
4:30pm-6:30pm - activities to celebrate girls health will include dancing, music, cheerleading and healthy snacks
All girls who attend will receive a “Y Dog” Patch.
Stay for the Women’s basketball Game versus Columbia at 7:00pm
This event is free – to register please contact yalegirlscouts@gmail.com
| Location | | | Time | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | | Contact | Yale Girl Scouts
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February 15, 2012
Learn about Girl Scouts in Columbia
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Would you like to make new friends? Try new things? Have lots of fun? Join Girl Scouts! Come to the H.W. Porter School in Columbia from 5:00-6:00 p.m. on February 15 to learn all about Girl Scouting. For more information, call 860-423-5502 or email njohnson@gsofct.org
| Location | H.W. Porter School, Columbia | | Time | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | | Contact | Natalie Johnson
860-423-5502
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February 16, 2012
Vernon girls in grades K through 3 are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts
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Girls in grades K through 3 are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts at the Northeast School in Vernon at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. This is open to any girl of this age from the town of Vernon/Rockville. For more information, contact Becky Tanner at btanner@gsofct.org or (860) 423-5502 ext. 3721.
| Location | Northeast School, Vernon | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Becky Tanner
860-423-5502ext3721
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February 18, 2012
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
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Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
| Location | Vogel Wetmore School | | Time | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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February 20, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, February 20, in observance of Presidents Day.
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Learn about Girl Scouting in Lebanon
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Would you like to make new friends? Try new things? Have lots of fun? Join Girl Scouts! Come to the Lebanon Community Center, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on February 20 to learn all about Girl Scouting. For more information, call 860-423-5502 or email njohnson@gsofct.org
| Location | Lebanon Community Center | | Time | 10:30 am - 11:30 am | | Contact | Natalie Johnson
860-423-5502
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February 29, 2012
Come learn about Girl Scouting in Bethlehem and Woodbury
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We would like to form new Girl Scout troops for Bethlehem & Woodbury girls in grades Kindergarten through 5.
If you would like your child to be part of Girl Scouts, please join us on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at North Congregational Church (Fellowship Hall), 11 Main Street North, Woodbury CT 06798
Girls will enjoy Girl Scout activities while the adults learn about Girl Scout opportunities for their child.
If school is cancelled, has early dismissal or no evening activities due to weather conditions, the meeting will be rescheduled to Wednesday, March 7, 2012 (same time & same location)
Please consider volunteering! Girls are placed in troops when volunteer leaders are recruited and trained. A minimum of two committed adult volunteers are needed to begin a troop. Girl Scouts will provide the leadership team with the training and ongoing support and assistance to secure a meeting place and start the troop.
Please call Lydia at the Girl Scout office at 203-757-1340
or e-mail lgranitto@gsofct.org by Tuesday, February 21, 2012 if you will be attending this event or with questions
| Location | North Congregational Church (Fellowship Hall) | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Lydia
203-757-1340
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