May 2011

D(Daisy) - K&1; B(Brownie) - 2&3; J(Junior) - 4&5; C(Cadette) - 6-8; S(Senior) 9&10; A(Ambassador) 11&12; PA (Program Aide); F (Family Event); H (Helping Hands)

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Wings & Things

B PA

Ready to become a Girl Scout Junior? Join Girl Scout Juniors as they host this event, just for you! Find out about the fun activities you get to do as a Girl Scout Junior. You will complete bridging activities 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and earn your very first Girl Scout Junior badge. Each troop is limited to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) for Girl Scout Brownies: 2 adults to 12 girls. Please bring a sack lunch. Fees includes program materials and badge. Girl Scout Junior troops interested in helping for this event should sign up for Wings & Things Super Juniors.

OPEN TO: Grades 2-3
DATE AND TIME: Sunday, May 1, 2011, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Elk Grove/Laguna
FEE: $10 per girl
CAPACITY: 150 girls
PROGRAM AIDES: 10
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 4, 2011

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Wings & Things Super Juniors

J PA

Calling all Super Juniors! We need you to host an event for Girl Scout Brownies. You will assist the Brownies in bridging over to Juniors and you can earn part of your Junior Aide patch. Lunch will be provided. Girl Scout Junior troops interested in helping for this event should sign up by the billing date in March and will be contacted by the Program Specialist in charge of the event by Wednesday, March 30, 2011 with details.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-5
DATE AND TIME: Sunday, May 1, 2011, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
LOCATION: Elk Grove/Laguna
FEE: none
CAPACITY: 20 girls
PROGRAM AIDES: 10
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 4, 2011

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Daisy Road Trip

D PA

Pack your adventurous spirit as we hit the road with a few of our flower friends. Enjoy extra stops on the It's Your Planet-Love it-Between Earth and Sky Journey or use this event as a kick-off for starting your trip. Groups are limited to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) of 1 adult for each individual girl, 2 adults for groups of 2-6 girls, 3 adults for groups of 7-10 girls and 4 adults for groups of 11-14 girls, 5 adults for 15-18 girls. Fee includes program materials and participation patch.

OPEN TO: Grades K-1
DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, May 3, 2011, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
LOCATION: Yuba City
FEE: $9 per girl
CAPACITY: 50 girls
PROGRAM AIDES: 9
BILLING DATE: Tuesday, March 8, 2011

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Fairytale Town Overnight

D B

A night of fairytale fun awaits you. This event includes a scavenger hunt, crafts and a special theater performance. Make sure you're ready with a sleeping bag and pillow for an overnight stay in this land of imagination. Groups are limited to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) of 1 adult for each individual girl, OR for Girl Scout Daisies: 2 adults for groups of 2-6 girls, 3 adults for groups of 7-10 girls, 4 adults for groups of 11-14 girls, 5 adults for groups of 15-18 girls OR for Girl Scout Brownies: 2 adults for groups of 2-12 girls, 3 adults for groups of 13-18 girls and 4 adults for groups of 19-24 girls. Fee includes overnight program, morning snack, participation patch and entry into Fairytale Town Saturday.

OPEN TO: Grades K-3
DATE AND TIME: Friday, May 6, 2011, 5:30 PM to 7:30 AM, Saturday, May 7, 2011
LOCATION: Fairytale Town, Sacramento
FEE: $42 per girl, $42 per adult
CAPACITY: 150 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 11, 2011

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Leadership in Action (LiA)

C

Here’s your chance to show your leadership skills as you assist your Girl Scout Brownie sisters in the Brownie Quest Journey. During the pre-session you will prepare materials to help with the Quest activities. By signing up you will also need to attend the weekend program on May 14 & 15, where you will have the opportunity to lead Girl Scout Brownies in your planned activities, as well as sharing a special skill or talent with the girls. Participants will earn the LiA award.

OPEN TO: Grades 6-8
DATE AND TIME: Friday, May 6, 2011, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
LOCATION: Modesto
FEE: $8 per girl
CAPACITY: 12 girls
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 11, 2011

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Bette Belle Smith Day of Service

D B J C S A

Whether you mow a neighbor’s lawn, clean-up your neighborhood, join another group in a service activity, or join us to learn about planting a tree, Saturday, May 7, 2011 is the Bette Belle Smith Day of Service in Stanislaus County. Help live out our “Forever Green” code for the celebration of the 100th year of Girl Scouts. Together our community service efforts can improve the environment and make a difference. Fee includes fun patch.

OPEN TO: All Girl Scouts, their family and friends
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 7, 2011, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
LOCATION: Various locations throughout Stanislaus County
FEE: $2 per person
CAPACITY: 100 girls and adults (for tree planting information session)
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 11, 2011

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Victorian Tea

J PA

It's time to party! Tea party that is! Put on your most fashionable hat and party dress and go back in time to the early years of Girl Scout history. Play games from the 1920’s, and learn the art of the fan. Have a delightful cup of tea or hot cider and try some dainty sandwiches and lovely pastries. Could our special guest be Juliette Gordon Low? Experience a wonderful relaxing afternoon from the past. Fee includes program supplies and amazing tasty treats.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-5
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 7, 2011, 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
LOCATION: Sacramento
FEE: $16 per girl, $16 per adult
CAPACITY: 150 girls and adults
PROGRAM AIDES: 15
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 11, 2011

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Photography

C S A

Learn photography techniques from a college professor. Bring your camera to capture the perfect photo on your scavenger hunt and take a portrait in a studio setting. Create frames for your pictures to show off your masterpieces. This event is for girls only, no adults needed to stay. Fee includes professional instruction, fun patch, and program supplies.

OPEN TO: Grades 6-12
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 7, 2011, 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
LOCATION: Cosumnes River College
FEE: $10 per girl
CAPACITY: 30 girls
BILLING DATE: March 11, 2011

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Bunches of Daisies

D PA

It’s a Girl Scout Daisy round up! Make puppets, flowers and friendship bracelets; sing songs, play games, and have an awesome time! Complete bridging steps 1 and 2 for bridging to Girl Scout Brownies. Please adhere to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) for the grade level: 2 adults for every 6 Daisy Girl Scouts. A minimum of two adults must be available for troop supervision during the event. Fee includes program materials, participation patch, and snack.

OPEN TO: Grades K-1
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 7, 2011, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
LOCATION: Laguna
FEE: $10 per girl
CAPACITY: 100 girls
PROGRAM AIDES: 10
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 11, 2011

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Rockin' All Night

C S A

Rock climb through the night at Granite Arch! Learn to belay, join in team building activities and boulder in the caves. This is a girl only event, however if girls are under 14 adults from the troop must attend to belay. Fee includes belay class, equipment and climbing supervision. Girls may bring a non-Girl Scout friend to join in the fun. Just contact the program specialist in charge at program@girlscoutshcc.org to notify us about any friends who will be attending.

OPEN TO: Grades 6-12
DATE AND TIME: Friday, May 13, 2011, 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM Saturday, May 14, 2011
LOCATION: Granite Arch Climbing Center, Rancho Cordova
FEE: $45 per girl
CAPACITY: 85 girls and their friends
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 4, 2011

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Digging Through the Past Interest Project

C

Explore the exciting ways scientists uncover information about the past with the Discovery Museum Science & Space Center. During this action packed day, Cadettes will participate in seven activities needed to complete their Digging Through the Past Interest Project. Girls should come ready to get dirty as they excavate a simulated archaeology site to learn about the people who once inhabited the area. Take a hands-on role to prevent erosion of the creek channel running through the museum grounds. Meet a professional geologist to learn about earthquakes. Study fossils to investigate the history of the earth and the animals that lived in the past. Fee includes admission to the museum.

OPEN TO: Grades 6-8
DATE AND TI ME: Saturday, May 14, 2011, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Discovery Science and Space Center, Sacramento
FEE: $33 per girl
CAPACITY: 32 girls
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 18, 2011

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Brownie Quest

B

Pack a bag and join the Brownie Quest. Travel the “Trail of the Elf” and begin to solve the mystery of the “three keys.” Play games, sing songs, and create crafts during this overnight adventure. Girls will receive a Brownie Quest book and complete the first two awards on the Brownie Quest Journey. Each troop will receive a leader packet so they can complete the Brownie Quest. Two adults are required to attend with each troop; 1 additional adult may attend for groups that have 13 or more girls. Fee includes meals, lodging, program materials, one Journey book per girl, one adult Journey guide per troop, and the Brownie Quest awards for each girl.

OPEN TO: Grades 2-3
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 14, 2011, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Sunday, May 15, 2011
LOCATION: Modesto
FEE: $40 per girl, $35 per adult
CAPACITY: 100 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 18, 2011

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Weather Watch

J

Wouldn't it be great to predict weather? You’d never get caught in a rainstorm without an umbrella! Learn to plan ahead and to recognize weather patterns as you earn your Weather Watch Badge at this event hosted by the National Weather Service. Meet people who watch the weather everyday, learn how geography affects the weather and see instruments that help these professionals predict the weather. Fee includes activities, snack, and badge.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-5
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 14, 2011,
Session 1: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM

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Session 2: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM

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LOCATION: National Weather Service Office, Sacramento
FEE: $7 per girl
CAPACITY: 50 girls
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 18, 2011

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Movin' On Up!

J PA

Bridging Girl Scout Juniors are invited to an overnight to begin your path into older Girl Scout adventures and the Girl Scout Cadette program. Program aides plan and lead activities to help you complete bridging requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Fee includes program materials, overnight accommodations, Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, snacks and participation patch. Groups are limited to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) of 1 adult for each individual girl, 2 adults for groups of 2-20 girls, 3 adults for groups of 21-30 girls.

Accompanying Girl Scout Junior leaders and adults will have the opportunity to take the next age level training. Adults must register for training separately through the Adult Education calendar.

Program Aides for this event must be in 8th grade or above and be available to help with program setup on Friday evening on site.

OPEN TO: Grade 5
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 14, 2011, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Sunday, May 15, 2011
LOCATION: Fleming Lodge
FEE: $30 per girl, $25 per adult
CAPACITY: 88 girls and adults
PROGRAM AIDES: 10
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 4, 2011

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Agriculture Adventure Day

D B J C S A F

Girl Scouts and the California Women for Agriculture invite you and your family to attend this special agricultural fair. Participate in hands-on booths, work on Try-Its, badges and Interest Project patches and get a taste of the It’s Your Planet-Love it! journey. Meet women from local farms, ranches, restaurants, and universities, learn about a variety of farm animals, and make your own ice cream in a bag. Fee includes admittance to the event, program supplies and participation patch. Please note there is a $10 per car parking fee.

OPEN TO: Grades K-12
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 14, 2011, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Cal Expo
FEE: $8 per girl
CAPACITY: 500 children and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 18, 2011

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Daisies Save the Earth on the Road

D PA

Girl Scout Daisies make the world a better place by using resources wisely and by being considerate and caring. We will lead you in various fun and exciting recycling activities that will help you learn to be a true Girl Scout! Groups are limited to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) of 1 adult for each individual girl, 2 adults for groups of 2-6 girls, 3 adults for groups of 7-10 girls and 4 adults for groups of 11-14 girls, 5 adults for 15-18 girls. Fee includes program materials and participation patch.

OPEN TO: Grades K-1
DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, May 17, 2011, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LOCATION: El Dorado Hills
FEE: $12 per girl
CAPACITY: 30 girls
PROGRAM AIDES: 12
BILLING DATE: Tuesday, March 22, 2011

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Zumba

J

Get your heart pumping with Zumba! Come take part in this aerobic class that will really get you moving around as you enjoy a high energy fusion of Latin/Brazilian music with creative, exciting dance moves. Zumba is a feel-good workout. Don't miss out! Fee includes instruction, snack and participation patch.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-5
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Elk Grove
FEE: $10 per girl
CAPACITY: 100 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Wednesday, March 23, 2011

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History of Girl Scouts Tour for Brownies

B

Experience Girl Scout history first hand! See artifacts from different points of Girl Scout history including uniforms, books, badges and activities--even dress in a replica of an early Girl Scout uniform. Activities will be lead by volunteers from the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California History Committee. Fee includes a fun patch.

OPEN TO: Grades 2-3
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 21, 2011, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
LOCATION: Sacramento Program Center
FEE: $3 per girl
CAPACITY: 30 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 25, 2011

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History of Girl Scouts Tour for Juniors

J

Experience Girl Scout history first hand! See artifacts from different points of Girl Scout history including uniforms, books, badges and activities--even dress in a replica of an early Girl Scout uniform. Activities will be lead by volunteers from the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California History Committee. Fee includes a fun patch.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-5
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 21, 2011, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
LOCATION: Sacramento Program Center
FEE: $3 per girl
CAPACITY: 30 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 25, 2011

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Fleming Follies

B PA

Enjoy earning the Plants Try-It at this special weekender. Stay in the Fleming Lodge, eat meals family style, sing camp songs and make friends with other Girl Scout Brownies, all while working on this fun Try-It. We will learn the many uses of plants in our everyday life. Each troop must have a Level 1 First Aider. Two adults are required to attend with each troop; one additional adult may attend for groups that have 13 or more girls. Fee includes meals, lodging, program materials and Try-it.

OPEN TO: Grades 2-3
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 21, 2011, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Sunday, May 22, 2010
LOCATION: Fleming Lodge, Somerset
FEE: $35 per girl, $25 per adult
CAPACITY: 98 girls and adults
PROGRAM AIDES: 8
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 25, 2011

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Recognition of Excellence

C S A F

This ceremony celebrates the leadership, service and positive impact of our council’s most accomplished young women. The Recognition of Excellence Ceremony is a longstanding Council tradition honoring all who have earned their Girl Scout Gold Award, Girl Scouts Heart of Central California Rose Award, Girl Scout Silver Award or Bridge to Adult Pin. We will also recognize Girl Scouts graduating from high school.
Girl Scout Gold Award, Heart of Central California Rose Award, Girl Scout Silver Award and Bridge to Adult recipients have met mandatory prerequisites, completed application processes and submitted all final reports by March 20, 2011. High school graduates have submitted the Celebrating Your Years as a Girl Scout form by March 20, 2011. Troops and volunteers are needed to help create a successful event; if you are interested in volunteering please email goldaward@girlscoutshcc.org.

DATE AND TIME: Sunday, May 22, 2011, 2:15 PM to 4:30 PM
LOCATION: Sacramento

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Daisies Save the Earth

D

Girl Scout Daisies make the world a better place by using resources wisely and by being considerate and caring. Explorit will lead you in various fun and exciting recycling activities that will help you learn to be a true Girl Scout! Please limit adults to the ratios found on p.56 of Volunteer Essentials (updated Safety-Wise) for the grade level: 1 adult for each individually registered girl, 2 adults for 2-6 girls, 3 adults for 7-10 girls, 4 adults for 11-14 girls, 5 adults for 15-19 girls. Fee includes program materials and a participation patch.

OPEN TO: Grades K-1
DATE AND TIME: Thursday, May 26, 2011, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Davis
FEE: $12 per girl
CAPACITY: 30 girls
BILLING DATE: Thursday, March 31, 2011

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Camp Menzies Clean-up Crew

J C S A

Join in the fun of hard work. Help to get Camp Menzies ready for the summer. Earn the Camp Menzies Clean-up Crew patch as you sort supplies, rake pine needles, prepare the kitchen and health center, wash dishes and dust off all of the props that help create the “Menzies Magic!” Meals are provided.

OPEN TO: Grades 4-12
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, May 28, 2011, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM, Monday, May 30, 2011
LOCATION: Camp Menzies
FEE: $15 per girl, $15 per adult
CAPACITY: 150 girls and adults
BILLING DATE: Friday, March 18, 2011

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