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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All GSOFCT Shops will be closed Friday, June 21.
From June 3 through August 30, all GSOFCT Service Centers will be open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m.-Noon Fridays. Please see the shop website for each location's summer hours.
GOLD AWARDS 2013
On June 2, Girl Scouts of Connecticut honored our 70 girls who earned the Gold Award in the past year. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest and most prestigious award that Girl Scouts can earn. Each Gold Award Project addresses a community issue and improves lives. Learn more about this year's recipients and their projects!
WOMAN OF MERIT 2013
Join Girl Scouts of Connecticut as we honor Jeanette Horan, Chief Information Officer of IBM, as our 2013 Woman of Merit, at the Stamford Hilton, on September 12!
ANNUAL MEETING AND RECOGNITIONS
Our Annual Meeting and Adult Recognitions Presentation was held Wednesday, May 29, at the Holiday Inn, 201 Washington Ave, North Haven. Thank you to all who attended and participated in the Strategy Cafe. You can see photos from the event on our Facebook Page!
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!
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!
CAMP CEO
Girls 14-17 an join us on this amazing leadership journey with prominent businesswomen, including our own new CEO, Mary Barneby. Discover how your interests, skills, and dreams can translate into you being a leader.
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
 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!
Girls Golf Series
This 7-week series for Brownies and Juniors at the Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course in Fairfield offers a positive, girl-friendly environment equipped to take girls from beginner to advanced player with golf instruction led by LPGA and PGA teaching professionals. The focus is on inspiring girls to feel confident, build positive self-esteem and live active and healthy lifestyles. Register now! Series starts August 30. On $40 for 7 weeks! For program-specific questions, contact fairchild@thefirstteemetny.org.
Camp Sikorsky
If you are 12 or older, don’t miss this opportunity to camp out on the front lawn of Sikorsky Aircraft on October 4-6, and spend the weekend learning about engineering and other STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers. Meals and patch included. For more info, check out this flyer and registration form or contact Ellyn Savard at esavard@gsofct.org. This event filled to capacity last year, so register now!
UPCOMING TRAINING EVENTS
Become a Girlz R.U.L.E.® Facilitator!
 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.
Upcoming Trainings:
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Tuesday, July 16- 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – North Haven Service Center
- Saturday, July 20 - 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – Newent Congregational Church, Lisbon
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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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June 23, 2013
Fun activities and a CT Sun basketball game
More Info
Sun Fest activities will begin at 11:00 AM. The Connecticut Sun game will begin at 3:00 PM. Concessions stands will be open early for Girl Scout Sun Fest attendees and will offer $2 hot dogs. Don’t miss any of the action! Follow the instructions linked below to order online, or use the attached order form to purchase tickets from the CT Sun.
| Location | CT Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT | | Time | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm | | Contact | Kate Berube
(860) 862-4068
Email Contact
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Attachments
GS_Sun_Fest_-_Online_Ordering.pdf
Girl_Scout_Sun_Fest_Order_Form_New_Deadline_-_KB.pdf
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June 27, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist
More Info
June 29, 2013
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun
More Info
July 1, 2013
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 | | Time | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | | Contact | Loretta Lincoln
(860)522-0163ext3204
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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
COME JOIN THE FUN! Grades K-3
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM-Dig into Reading and Nature. Come to all three weeks and earn a Girl Scout patch!
Smith Library- Thursdays from 10 a.m. -11 a.m.
July 11, Dig Dirt – make your own worm farm
July 18 Digging for Dinos and Fossils
July 25 Burrowing Owls- *Movie to follow
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203) 239-2922 Ext. 3334 Or asilvestro@gsofct.org
| Location | Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd, North Branford | | Time | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | | Contact | Anita Silvestro
(203)239-2922ext3334
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July 11, 2013
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
| Location | Wolcott Public Library, 469 Boundline Road | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Wolcott GS
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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
Email Contact
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July 11, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist
More Info
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
Email Contact
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July 18, 2013
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist
More Info
July 18, 2013
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
| Location | Wolcott Public Library, 469 Boundline Road | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Wolcott GS
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July 20, 2013
Come visit us at the Girl Scout Booth!
More Info
Girl Scouts will be at Canaan Railroad Days
Find out about Girl Scouts and how to join!
| Location | Downtown Canaan near Rt. 7 and 44 | | Time | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm | | Contact | Rosemary Drescher
(860)482-4495ext3613
Email Contact
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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
Email Contact
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July 25, 2013
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
| Location | Wolcott Public Library, 469 Boundline Road | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Wolcott GS
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July 25, 2013
COME JOIN THE FUN! Grades K-3
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM-Dig into Reading and Nature. Come to all three weeks and earn a Girl Scout patch!
Atwater Library-Thursdays
July 25 11:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. Burrowing Owls
August 1 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Dig Dirt-make your own worm farm
August 8 10- a.m.-11 a.m. Digging for Dinos & Fossils
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203) 239-2922 Ext. 3334 Or asilvestro@gsofct.org
| Location | Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford | | Time | 11:30 am - 12:30 am | | Contact | Anita Silvestro
(203)239-2922ext3334
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July 27-28, 2013
Watch a game then sleep over on the field!
More Info
Watch the Connecticut Tigers take on the Lowell Spinners, then sleep over on the field. Receive a special patch, and watch a movie on the big screen. $15 includes food voucher. ($8 for game tickets only). Contact the Tigers for tickets.
| Location | Dodd Stadium, Norwich | | Time | 6:00 pm - 9:00 am | | Contact | CT Tigers
(860) 887-7962
Email Contact
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2013_Girl_Scout_Sleepover_Tigers.pdf
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August 1, 2013
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
| Location | Wolcott Public Library, 469 Boundline Road | | Time | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Wolcott GS
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August 3-4, 2013
Watch a game then sleep over on the field!
More Info
The Bridgeport Bluefish invite you and your Girl Scout troop to enjoy a game at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard as the Bluefish take on the Sugar Land Skeeters. Following the game, every troop is invited for a sleepover on the field with a movie on the video board! Contact the Bluefish for tickets.
| Location | Bluefish Stadium, Bridgeport | | Time | 6:05 pm - 9:05 am | | Contact | Monika Goldschmidt
203-345-4500 ext 164
Email Contact
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Attachments
Girl_Scout_Sleepover_Bluefish.pdf
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August 15, 2013
Come visit us at the Girl Scout Booth!
More Info
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
| Location | Main Street, Torrington, CT | | Time | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Teresa Allen
(860)482-4495ext3615
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September 2, 2013
October 4-6, 2013
Camp out at Sikorsky and learn about STEM
More Info
If you are 12 or older, do not miss this opportunity to camp out on the front lawn of Sikorsky Aircraft on October 4-6, and spend the weekend learning about engineering and other STEM - science, technology, engineering and math. careers. Meals and patch included.
| Location | Sikorsky Aircraft, Stratford | | Time | 5:00 pm - 12:00 pm | | Contact | Ellyn Savard
Email Contact
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Attachments
Camp_Sikorsky_Info-Flyer_and_Reg_Form2013.pdf
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November 28-29, 2013
Dec 25, 2013 - Jan 1, 2014
Family Partnership Fundraising Events
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Summer Camp
2013 Brochure
2012-2013 Program
Resource Guide
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