Since 1912, Girl Scouts has been helping girls in Connecticut build courage, confidence, and character while developing uncommon leadership skills that serve the common good. Through Girl Scouting, girls discover themselves as they explore their world, connect with others to understand the needs of their community, and take action to make the world a better place. Join us.
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WEATHER UPDATES
Please check our Weather Updates page for information about programs and properties affected by inclement weather.
GSUSA RELEASES JOURNEY BOOK UPDATES
Girl Scouts of the USA has released several updates to Journey books. Click here for more information.
 GSOFCT ON THE AIR
GSOFCT CEO Jennifer Smith Turner has been busy visiting TV and radio stations to talk about Girl Scout Cookies and our 100th Anniversary. Click here to hear her interview with Jerry Kristafer from WDRC. Click here to see Jennifer on FOX CT's Morning Extra with Rachel Frank and Erika Arias.
BRING GIRLZ R.U.L.E™ TO YOUR AREA
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 preparations are underway to expand its reach throughout the state.
Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program in your community to girls in grades three through eight, which may be offered during school hours, immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
A free training for facilitators is scheduled two times during the upcoming months — Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. in Enfield or Sunday, February 5, 2012 from noon-5:00 p.m. at Camp AnSeOx in Oxford. Registration is required by January 16, 2012 to participate.
You only need to attend one to become a facilitator.
If you are interested in becoming a facilitator or have questions about Girlz R.U.L.E.™, please contact Hannah Granfield at HGranfield@gsofct.org or (203) 239-2922 ext. 3309.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVES COUNCIL STRATEGIES
Articulates Winning Proposition:
To be Connecticut's recognized girl-empowerment organization dedicated to lifelong success through values-based leadership development and personal growth.
To learn more click here.
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COOKIES FOR HEROES
Cookies for Heroes is a service project that allows customers to send Girl Scout cookies to military personnel serving overseas and here at home. Visit CookiesForHeroes.com and help us fill the virtual truck by purchasing cookies or send a CookiEmail. Girl Scouts will ensure the cookies are delivered to our military personnel. It’s a great way for everyone to support Girl Scouting and the women and men serving our country.
CAMP QUESTIONS?
Thinking about summer camp and need more information? Know which Girl Scout camp you are choosing but need a camp for a boy in the family? Attend one of the GSOFCT Sponsored Camp Fairs and meet camp directors and staff from a variety of CT camps, both Girl Scout and non-Girl Scout; see lots of photos, and ask all of your questions!
- Eastern Connecticut State University – The Student Center, Willimantic, Monday, January 30, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
- Connecticut College *New date* – Ernst Common Room of the Blaustein Building, New London, Tuesday, February 7, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
- Vogel Wetmore School – Cafeteria, Torrington,Saturday, February 18, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
- Sacred Heart University – University Commons Auditorium, Fairfield, Tuesday, March 6, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
For more information, contact Liz Lee at llee@gsofct.org or Alexandra Thomas at athomas@gsoftc.org, or call (203) 239-2922.
NEW PERFORMERS ADDED FOR JUBILEE!
Laugh, sing, and be wowed by the musicians, comedians, and other performers at the Girl Scout 100th Jubilee. See who is coming and learn about all the other fun activities that will be at the Durham Fairgrounds May 19!
BE A HAPPY CAMPER!
Sign up now for your favorite programs and spend the summer with your friends at our beautiful camps! Check out the Summer Camp Brochure by clicking the link on the sidebar, or find out more by visiting our camp webpages.
MAKE FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime event! The International
Camporee will gather Girl Scouts and Girl Guides from all around the
world to share ideas, cultures, and friendship. Make new friends while
enjoying your favorite camp activities and work together to change the
world! Registration is open now!
PRODUCT SALES ONLINE BANKING
Troop QSP or 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.
UPCOMING GIRL PROGRAMS
Around the World for Brownies
Come learn about sisters around the world through games, crafts, and activities! During February, this event will be held in five locations. Click here for more information.
Yale Women’s Basketball Team BIG EVENT!
Free to all Girl Scouts and their families Yale Lanman Center in the Payne Whitney Gym 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. on February 11. 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 7:00 p.m. This event is free! To register please contact yalegirlscouts@gmail.com.
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January 28, 2012
Be part of our 100th Anniversary Celebration and join Girl Scouts in the Montville area
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Be part of our 100th Anniversary Celebration!
Join us for Girl Scout Registration Saturday, January 28, at Fair Oaks School, 836 Old Colchester Road, Oakdale.
Sign ups for grades K-1 (Daisies) will take place from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., grades 2-3 (Brownies) from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., and grades 4-5 (Juniors) from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
We are also looking for adult volunteers and alumni!
| Location | Fair Oaks School, 836 Old Colchester Road, Oakdale | | Time | 9:30 am - 3:00 pm | | Contact | Audrey
(860) 373-8696
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January 30, 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 | Eastern Connecticut State University | | Time | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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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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February 2, 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.
| Location | North Haven Service Center, 20 Washington Avenue | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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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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February 7, 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.
| Location | Bridgeport Service Center, 87 Washington Avenue | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | JoAnn Farrell
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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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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!
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Friday, March 2, 2012
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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 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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February 22, 2012
Take this day to think about Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world!
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February 26, 2012
Come celebrate Thinking Day in Norwalk!
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Come celebrate Thinking Day in Norwalk!
| Location | Norwalk High School | | Time | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Laura McNamara
203-762-5557ext3815
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February 26, 2012
Starting your seeds, indoor gardening.
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March 6, 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 | Sacred Heart University | | Time | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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March 7, 2012
Join us at the LOB to show your support for Girl Scouts.
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Join us at the Legislative Office Building to show your support for Girl Scouts and advocate for issues affecting girls across our state.
| Location | Legislative Office Building, Hartford | | Time | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Hollen Monroe
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March 10, 2012
Join us for a day of fun at Enfield Square Mall!
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March 10, 2012
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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March 12, 2012
Imagine every Girl Scouts in Connecticut reciting the Girl Scout Promise and Law at the same time!
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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.
| Location | | | Time | 1:00 am - 1:00 pm | | Contact | celebrate100years@gsofct.org
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March 12, 2012
Girl Scouts is 100 years old today!
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March 13, 2012
March 18, 2012
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes!
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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
| Location | Aspetuck | | Time | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Kim McLean
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March 24, 2012
Get your basic training! Courses in First Aid/CPR/AED training, Basic Leader Training, and Out and About
| Location | Center Congregational Church, Torrington | | Time | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | | Contact |
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March 24, 2012
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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March 25, 2012
Getting the ground ready for your gardens, planting seeds
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April 1, 2012
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes!
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Letterboxing Hike
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes! Each session includes all levels of Letterboxing instruction. Great hobby for the whole family!
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
| Location | Katoya | | Time | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Kim McLean
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April 14, 2012
Get your basic training! Courses on First Aid/CPR/AED training, Basic Leader Training, Out and About, Camping Adventures Challenge, Fire, Food and Fun.
| Location | Candlewood Program Center | | Time | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | | Contact |
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April 28, 2012
Get your basic training done! Courses in First Aid/CPR/AED training, Camping Adventures Challenge, Fire, Food and Fun
| Location | Merrie-Wood Program Center | | Time | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | | Contact |
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April 29, 2012
Getting all of those plants into the ground!
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It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Getting all of those plants into the ground! Be part of the team putting our display together for the 100th Anniversary event!
An-Se-Ox Outdoor Program Center, Sunday, 4/29/2012 (register by 4/24/2012)
Time: 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $8.00 girls $8.00 adults
Program Contact: Alexandra Thomas/athomas@gsofct.org
| Location | An-Se-Ox Outdoor Program Center | | Time | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Alexandra Thomas
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May 5, 2012
Get your basic training! Courses in First Aid/CPR/AED training, Camping Adventures Challenge, Out and About, Fire, Food and Fun, Basic Leader Training
| Location | Murray Program Center, East Haven | | Time | 1:00 am | | Contact |
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May 19, 2012
Celebrate 100 Years of Girl Scouting
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A Girl Scout Celebration for the Whole Family!
Bring the entire family to the Jubilee from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Durham Fairgrounds. A day long experience with entertainment, service unit exhibits, interactive healthy living and STEM areas, amusements, indoor and outdoor historical exhibits and more! Attractions include Touch-a-Truck, Zumba, Governor’s Guard, archery and more! The Jubilee is a great opportunity for the family to celebrate this once in a life time event together.
| Location | Durham Fairgrounds | | Time | 1:00 am - 7:00 pm | | Contact | celebrate100years@gsofct.org
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May 28, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.
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June 2, 2012
Get your basic training! Courses in First Aid/CPR/AED training, Out and About, Fire, Food and Fun, Camping Adventures Challenge, Basic Leader Training
| Location | Yankee Trails Program Center | | Time | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | | Contact |
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June 2, 2012
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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June 3, 2012
Planting instant splashes of summer color
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June 8-9, 2012
Hop on the GSOFCT bus and head to Washington D.C. for Nation’s Capitol’s Rock the Mall sing-a-long.
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Hop on the GSOFCT bus and head to Washington D.C. for Nation’s Capitol’s Rock the Mall sing-a-long. Our bus leaves Friday, and returns on Sunday. Rock the Mall happens on Saturday afternoon, so there will be plenty of time to explore this great city. We’ll be staying at a hotel within walking distance or you can choose to use the metro. Fee for this trip includes, bus, hotel, most meals, T-shirt, and participation in Rock the Mall.
| Location | Washington, D. C. | | Time | 8:00 am - 9:00 pm | | Contact |
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July 4, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
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July 8, 2012
August 5-11, 2012
Girls from Connecticut, other countries and states come together for fun and friendship.
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Girls from Connecticut, other countries and states come together for fun and friendship. Connecticut girls sign up as individuals for this special week at camp. This opportunity is for girls entering 5th grade and older at the time of the event. A girl forum where girls can address the ways in which they want to change the world, will be included along with general camp program, international performances, and special shows.
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August 7-9, 2012
Get a taste of the International Camporee
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On August 7-9, there will be a camporee taster at Camp Pattagansett. Troops will have their own mini-adventure sharing campfires with other troops, traveling by bus to the International visiting Day and returning for more adventures at Pattagansett. All troops are welcome and there will be a special event troop for individual girls.
| Location | Camp Pattagansett | | Time | 8:00 am - 9:00 pm | | Contact |
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August 8, 2012
Visit the International Camporee for a fun-filled day!
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There will be a chance to visit the International Camporee for a day August 8, 2012. All are invited to join in the fun and festivities! Daisies through Ambassadors, Families, Alumnae, and Girl Scout friends can all enjoy a day full of sampling international foods, singing, playing games, and SWAPing.
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August 11, 2012
Connecting in the Outdoor World-More details to come!
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August 12, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Maintaining your gardens and understanding the sun/shade areas during the heat of the summer. Making your summer harvest last!
Murray Outdoor Program Center, Sunday, 8/12/2012 (register by 8/1/2012)
Time: 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $8.00 girls $8.00 adults
Program Contact: Alexandra Thomas/athomas@gsofct.org
| Location | Murray Outdoor Program Center | | Time | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Alexandra Thomas
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September 3, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day.
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September 9, 2012
Fall garden tips and harvest crafts.
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November 22-23, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Dec 24, 2012 - Jan 1, 2013
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, December 34 through Tuesday, January 1, in observance of the winter holidays.
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Dec 26, 2011 - Jan 2, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, December 26, through Friday, December 30, in observance of Winter Holidays.
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Dec 26, 2011 - Jan 2, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, December 26, through Friday, December 30, in observance of Winter Holidays.
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January 14, 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 | University of Hartford | | Time | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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January 16, 2012
All GSOFCT shops and service centers will be closed Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King Day.
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January 28, 2012
Be part of our 100th Anniversary Celebration and join Girl Scouts in the Montville area
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Be part of our 100th Anniversary Celebration!
Join us for Girl Scout Registration Saturday, January 28, at Fair Oaks School, 836 Old Colchester Road, Oakdale.
Sign ups for grades K-1 (Daisies) will take place from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., grades 2-3 (Brownies) from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., and grades 4-5 (Juniors) from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
We are also looking for adult volunteers and alumni!
| Location | Fair Oaks School, 836 Old Colchester Road, Oakdale | | Time | 9:30 am - 3:00 pm | | Contact | Audrey
(860) 373-8696
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January 30, 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 | Eastern Connecticut State University | | Time | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Liz Lee
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