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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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Special Updates  

What's New

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. Two of our Girl Scouts also joined Jennifer to talk about cookies on Better Connecticut.

GIRL SCOUTS ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA



Katie Couric presented a special report on Girl Scouts on Good Morning America including interviews with Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. CEO Anna Maria Chavez and Girl Scouts from Eastern Pennsylvania. Watch it online now!

GET TRAINED!


Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in? Come to one of our Training Days! Take Out and About, complete your Basic Leader Training, Get the First Aid training you need, and more! Click on the training to get more information about the specific courses offered.

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 Sunday, February 5, 2012 from noon-5:00 p.m. at Camp AnSeOx in Oxford. Registration is required.

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.

 

WEATHER UPDATES


Please check our Weather Updates page for information about programs and properties affected by inclement weather.

 

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.   

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!
  • 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

Multiply Your Options!
Calling all Cadettes! Join us for a day of science challenges at Multiply Your Options on the beautiful campus of the Ethel Walker School, Simsbury. Launch rockets, perform experiments, and play "Tool Clues." Saturday, February 25 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Lunch buffet included. Register by Feb 15.

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 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 by February 17.



   
   
   

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Upcoming Events
February 6, 2012
Adult Recognitions Training Workshops
Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
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February 7, 2012
Adult Recognitions Training Workshops
Get letter writing tips and help in choosing the appropriate recognition for your local Volunteers
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February 7, 2012
Camp Fair - New London *NEW DATE*
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
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February 10, 2012
Manchester MEdia series
Girls in 6th, 7th and 8th grades are invited to explore the ME in media
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February 11, 2012
Yale Women’s Basketball Team BIG EVENT!
Free event for all Girl Scouts!
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February 18, 2012
Camp Fair - Torrington
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
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February 20, 2012
Offices Closed
Presidents Day
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February 22, 2012
World Thinking Day
Take this day to think about Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world!
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February 25, 2012
Multiply Your Options
Calling all Cadettes! Join us for a day of science challenges.
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February 26, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Starting your seeds, indoor gardening.
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March 3, 2012
Energy Adventure
What do Energy and Trash have in common? Find out!
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March 6, 2012
Camp Fair - Fairfield
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and other camps at five locations throughout Connecticut.
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March 7, 2012
Girl Scout Advocacy Day
Join us at the LOB to show your support for Girl Scouts.
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March 10, 2012
Mall Madness
Join us for a day of fun at Enfield Square Mall!
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March 10, 2012
Mad Hatter - AnSeOx
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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March 12, 2012
Promise Circle Celebrations
Imagine every Girl Scouts in Connecticut reciting the Girl Scout Promise and Law at the same time!
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March 12, 2012
Happy 100th Birthday Girl Scouts!
Girl Scouts is 100 years old today!
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March 13, 2012
Leaders Spring Faire
More details TBD
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March 18, 2012
Letterboxing Hike
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes!
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March 24, 2012
Litchfield Hills Training Day
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
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March 24, 2012
Mad Hatter - Tolland
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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March 25, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Getting the ground ready for your gardens, planting seeds
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April 1, 2012
Letterboxing Hike
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes!
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April 14, 2012
Candlewood Training Day
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
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April 19, 2012
It All Adds Up!
Meet professional women who make sure “It All Adds Up” at the Travelers Insurance Company in downtown Hartford.
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April 28, 2012
Merrie-Wood Training Day
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
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April 29, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Getting all of those plants into the ground!
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May 5, 2012
Murray Training Day
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
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May 19, 2012
100th Anniversary Jubilee
Celebrate 100 Years of Girl Scouting
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May 28, 2012
Offices Closed
Memorial Day
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June 2, 2012
Mad Hatter - New Milford
Juniors can explore daily roles through crafts and improvisational activities.
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June 2, 2012
Yankee Trails Training Day
Need to get training completed but not sure how to fit it all in?
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June 3, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Planting instant splashes of summer color
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June 8-9, 2012
Rock the Mall Sing-a-Long
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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July 4, 2012
Offices Closed
Independence Day
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July 8, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Planting annuals for instant color
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August 5-11, 2012
Change the World International Camporee
Girls from Connecticut, other countries and states come together for fun and friendship.
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August 7-9, 2012
Camporee Taster
Get a taste of the International Camporee
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August 8, 2012
International Camporee Visiting Day
Visit the International Camporee for a fun-filled day!
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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
Making your summer harvest last
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September 3, 2012
Offices Closed
Labor Day
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September 9, 2012
It’s Your Planet - Love It! Series
Fall garden tips and harvest crafts.
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November 22-23, 2012
Offices Closed
Thanksgiving
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Dec 24, 2012 - Jan 1, 2013
Offices Closed
Winter holidays
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