We offer programs on everything from changing a tire to pulling an oar. We also offer trips to fun places (like spas and zoos) and plenty of training for leaders who want to polish up their skills or learn new ones. Take a peek at our list of some upcoming events by clicking below or visit the Program and Training Registration Area to see ALL the exciting programs we offer across the state.
Adult Program
Journey to Gold – Building the Foundation
This workshop is for adults who are supporting girls in their road to Gold using the “new Jou ey way”. Topics covered include: important dates & definitions, working with Jou eys, take action projects vs. community service, community & mind mapping. What the terms "sustainable", "global" "measurable" and "share" mean in terms of the new Gold, and the new standards of excellence that are expected in "new jou ey way" Gold Award Take Action Projects. We will also discuss your role as a Troop Advisor during this process and ways of recognizing girls when they complete the Gold Award. This workshop is not intended for girls. Fee: $5. Click on the link below and search for "Jou ey to Gold" to see upcoming dates. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
Become a Fitness Champion
A Fitness Champion’s role is to help girls and their families make smart and healthy choices. Does this sound like something you could do?
Fitness Champions give girls tips and tools to live healthy lives. Champions choose to volunteer in the way that is best for them. As a fitness champion you can…
• Bring your skills to a local troop meeting
• Teach adult Girl Scout volunteers so they can go back and teach the girls
• Help local Girl Scout groups organize an event or set up a 6 week series
For more information, contact Hannah Granfield at Hgranfield@gsofct.org
Training
Out and About
Course length: 3 hours Fee: none
Out and About prepares volunteers to take girls on field trips beyond their meeting places and that are four hours or more in length. These trips may include, but are not limited to, trips to the zoo, museums, and/or simple hikes. It also prepares volunteers to take the girls on ove ights inside a building that has an automated heat source, electricity and running water. Topics will include health and safety, progression in the outdoors, simple hiking guidelines, and indoor food preparation.
Cost: None
Out and About training needs to be completed at least two (2) months prior to a trips longer than four hours. This allows volunteers to teach the girls how to prepare for their trip.
Please note: This course does not include any outdoor cooking or fireplace cooking techniques. Consider taking Fire, Food and Fun for fire building and simple outdoor cooking.
* This course is also available as a:
• Computer driven course (TR12400) - The computer-driven course is a PowerPoint presentation and worksheet that once completed needs to be retu ed to Girl Scouts of Connecticut, via email, for review. See course directions for specifics.
• Self-study (TR12401) - The self-study course utilizes the Out and About materials including a worksheet that once completed, needs to be retu ed to Girl Scouts of Connecticut for review. See course directions for specifics.
• Please note that both of these methods may take up to 8 hours to complete.
Click on the link below and search for "Out and About" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
First Aid
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes how to care for someone afflicted with a sudden illness, heat and cold emergencies, splinting and basic bandaging. First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
First Aid Review
$10. This course includes review practice sessions, opportunities for questions, a skills test, and a written exam.
Coaching is given to perfect skills where needed.
• You must show the instructor your unexpired First Aid card.
• This course only reviews First Aid, not CPR.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
Basic Leader Training
Course length: 3 hours Fee: none
Basic Leader Training provides leaders with the information they need to run their troop/group successfully. Volunteers will lea how to:
• teach their girls to do a flag ceremony
• work with the girls to plan their year’s program and activities
• evaluate and plan future programs and activities
• integrate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience into the troop/group’s activities
Click on the link below and search for "Basic Leader Training" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Fire, Food and Fun
Course length: 3 hours Fee: $10
Volunteers will lea fire safety, fire building, simple one-pot meal and simple stick cooking including s’mores. This course will teach volunteers how to teach these skills to their girls. Be prepared to have fun and EAT!
Fire, Food and Fun training needs to be completed at least two (2) months prior to a trip involving outdoor cooking and fires. This allows volunteers to teach the girls how to prepare for their trip.
*Pre-requisite: Out and About
Click on the link below and search for "Fire, Food and Fun" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
First Aid/Adult & Child CPR/AED
Course length: 6 hours Fee $45.00 (not including the cost of manual)
This course includes First Aid, Adult and Child CPR and AED. The purpose of the course is to provide lay responders with the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury and sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
First Aid Certification: First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
CPR/AED Certification: CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid/CPR/AED" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes Adult and Child CPR/AED. CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "Adult and Child CPR/AED" to see upcoming trainings. http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED Review
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes review practice sessions, opportunities for questions, a skills test, and a written exam. Coaching is given to perfect skills where needed. You must show the instructor your unexpired CPR card/certificate. This course only reviews CPR/AED, not First Aid. CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "CPR/AED Review" to see upcoming trainings. http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED Challenge Course or First Aid Challenge Course
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course is ideal for people who have been through the process of recertification before. There is only a written and skills test involved; no coaching, video, or review is provided. Participants will take the written exam first. If a passing grade is achieved, skills will then be tested in response to situations described by the instructor. If you fail your written or skills test, you must take the full First Aid/Adult & Child CPR/AED, Adult & Child CPR/AED, or First Aid course. You do not need current certification to take this course. If you are experienced with CPR, but have let your certification expire, you may take this course. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
First Aid Certification: First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
CPR/AED Certification: CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
Click on the link below and search for "Challenge" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Camping Adventures
Course length 27 hours. Fee $10.00. Allows girls and volunteers to expand their horizons and move out of buildings and into the outdoors. It is the third step in outdoor training. This course includes a three hour planning session followed by a 24 hour ove ight experience.
Attendance at both the planning session and weekend is required. Participants need to attend the planning session that is associated with their weekend.
Please note: Shared cost of food and supplies will be determined during the planning session. The cost of food and supplies will be in addition to the $10.00 registration fee.
*Prerequisite: Fire, Food and Fun
Click on the link below and search for "Camping Adventures" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
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
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
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
Girl Scout Booth at the 17th Annual Teddy Bear Family/Craft Festival on the Green
New Milford, CT
Saturday, June 1, 2013
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
For more info, contact Teresa Allen at tallen@gsofct.org or 1-860-482-4495 ext 3615
Girl Scout Day at Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Girl Scout activities and nature education More Info
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 28.
Location
Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford
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
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
Come to a Training Day! Make a S’more at Fire, Food and Fun. Renew your Camping Adventures training. Get the First Aid and CPR training you need.
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.
Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can jump on the bus and head to the city More Info
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.
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun More Info
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 below for more information.
Discover, connect and make new friends while having fun at the Daisy Girl Scout Summer fun!
All girls entering Kindergarten and first grades are invited to join !
Meetings will be on the following Mondays: July 1, 8, and 15.
Registration fee is $12.00 for new Girl Scouts members. Please make the check payable to Girl Scouts of CT.
Location
Cora Belden Library, 33 Church St., Rocky Hill in the Stepney Room
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
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
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
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.
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
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.
Girl Scout Booth at the Main Street Market Place
Main Street, Torrington, CT
August 22, 2013
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
For more info, contact Teresa Allen at tallen@gsofct.org or 1-860-482-4495 ext 3615
What do Energy and Trash have in common? Find out! More Info
What do Energy and Trash have in common? Girl Scouts of CT is holding its final Energy Adventure for the year at the Trash Museum in Hartford; Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 10:00 – noon. Girls from Brownies through Ambassadors earn an energy patch after completing 6 interactive stations where they learn about electricity, and how it does (and sometimes doesn’t!) get to our homes. Register online using the link below.
Imagine every Girl Scouts in Connecticut reciting the Girl Scout Promise and Law at the same time! More Info
Imagine every Girl Scout in Connecticut reciting the Girl Scout Promise and Law at the same time! Each Service Unit is encouraged to set up a Promise Circle on Monday evening, March 12th. The 100th Anniversary team has put together a helpful packet of ideas and tips for such an event. This is also the perfect time to recognize all the Girl Scouts who have earned the 100,000 Hours of Service Patch.
FInd out about Girl Scouting in Torrington More Info
Torrington Service Center, 663 East Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790
Please enter on the lower level.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 6:30 pm
Girls must be accompanied by an adult
Contact: Teresa Allen, 860-482-4495 ext 3615, tallen@gsofct.org
Please join us at the Torrington Service Center for an open house to celebrate 100 years of Girl Scouting. More Info
Where: Girl Scouts of Connecticut Torrington Service Center, 663 East Main Street, Torrington
Enter around back in the lower level Conference Room
Please join us at the Girl Scouts of Connecticut Torrington Service Center, 663 East Main Street, Torrington on Monday, March 16, 2012 from 6:30pm -8:30pm for an open house to celebrate 100 years of Girl Scouting. Refreshments will be served.
Contact Teresa Allen or Rosemary Drescher for more information about this event at 860-482-4495, or email tallen@gsofct.org.
Location
Girl Scouts of Connecticut Torrington Service Center, 663 East Main Street, Torrington
Ridgefield Service Unit Celebrates Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary
Everyone in the Ridegfield area is welcome to come! More Info
Ridgefield Service Unit Celebrates Girl Scouts’ 100th Anniversary
Sunday, March 18
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Birthday Cake Cutting at 11:30
The Ridgefield Community Center
316 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT
View Displays on:
Girl Scouts of the USA history
Ridgefield Girl Scouts through the Years
The Girl Scout Leadership Experience – The next 100 Years
Summer Camp Info/New Registrations
Catch Up with Old Friends - Make New Friends
Craft-making for children
Public Welcome. Refreshments will be Served
Questions? Contact rrende@gsofct.org
Location
The Ridgefield Community Center, 316 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes! More Info
Letterboxing Hike
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes! Each session includes all levels of Letterboxing instruction. Great hobby for the whole family!
Aspetuck Sunday, 3/18/2012 (Register by 3/10/2012) PO12012
Katoya Sunday, 4/1/2012 (Register by 3/26/2012) PO12014
Murray Sunday, 6/17/2012 (Register by 6/7/2012) PO12022
Rocky Craig Sunday, 7/22/2012 (Register by 7/12/2012) PO12024
Laurel Sunday, 8/26/2012 (Register by 8/20/2012) PO12027
Candlewood Sunday, 9/23/2012 (Register by 9/15/2012) PO12029
Time: 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $5.00 girls $5.00 adults
Program Contact: Kim McLean/kim@mcleanresearch.com
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in? More Info
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
Come to Center Congregational Church for Training Day!
Take Basic Leader Training! Take Out and About!
Get the First Aid and CPR training you need!
Register by March 17
Location
Center Congregational Church 155 Main St, Torrington
Getting the ground ready for your gardens, planting seeds More Info
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Getting the ground ready for your gardens, planting seeds outdoors, and more!
Candlewood Outdoor Program Center, Sunday, 3/25/2012 (register by 3/15/2012)
Time: 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $8.00 girls $8.00 adults
Program Contact: Alexandra Thomas/athomas@gsofct.org
Join Girl Scouts in Ledyard, Preston, and Gales Ferry More Info
Make your first Girl Scout memories by being part of our 100th Anniversary Celebration.
Please join us for Girl Scout Registration!
Tuesday, March 27
6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
St. David’s Church
284 Stoddards Wharf Road
Gales Ferry, CT 06335
Stop by to register, meet Girl Scouts in your town, and get information about troops.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jennie Woods
Membership and Marketing Manager
Girl Scouts of Connecticut
(860)423-5502 ext. 3422
jwoods@gsofct.org
Decide what goes in the time capsule that will be opened on the 150th anniversary! More Info
Girl Scouts is turning 100 and we are putting together a time capsule that will be put away for 50 years.
Then at the 150th celebration, it will be opened for everyone to see it. The Time Capsule will also be
shown at the Jubilee and the International Camporee. Girls of all ages are welcome to bring items* they
feel represent Girl Scouts in the year 2012. Get ready to make your case for your item, because as a
group we will vote on what goes in the capsule. Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors can sleep over at
Camp Pattagansett, and Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors can join us the next morning.
When:(C,S,A) Saturday, March 31 – Sunday, April 1 (event number: PG12223)
(D,B,J) Sunday, April 1 (event number: PG12224)
Time: (C,S,A) Saturday, 7:00 p.m. – Sunday, 11:00 a.m.
(D,B,J) Sunday, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: (C,S,A) $18 (no adults please)
(D,B,J) $7
Deadline: March 15, 2012
*not all items will be able to go in the time capsule due to size
Turn off your lights to make a statement! More Info
Turn off your lights from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. to make a statement about saving energy! For more information and to register your participation, visit the Girl Scouts Forever Green website.
