2018-2019 GSLE Program Power by Gina McBride Sledge

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• 45-minute hands-on workshops for kids 6-12 and accompanying adults

• FREE with general admission; group rates with advance registration

• Second & fourth weekends of every month (Saturdays: 11AM, 1 & 3PM; Sundays: 1:30 & 3PM)

• Activities change monthly learn more at lasm.org or email kidslab@lasm.org

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Scouts Earn Your Badges/Belt Loops Birthday Parties Family Outings • Petting Zoo School Field Trips • Pony Rides • Vegetable Garden • Stocked ponds, poles & bait!

Horseback Riding Lessons

Summer Horse & Farm Camp

27329 Mill Creek Road, Bush, LA Just 15 minutes north of Covington

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Available throughout 2018

Bowling, Bumper Cars, Laser Maze, AMAZING! TROOP & UNIT MONEY EARNING PROJECTS AVAILABLE 1414 N. Airline Hwy. Gonzales • www.premierlanes.net • (225) 621-BOWL

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THERE IS POWER IN EVERY G.I.R.L.

RENEW your Girl Scout membership by September 19!

Unleash it at GSLE’s

Believe in G.I.R.L. (B.I.G.) event!

Saturday, September 29 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

University of New Orleans 2000 Lakeshore Drive New Orleans, LA Our BIG Event is going to be amazing! Enjoy a day of hands-on activities and demonstrations on Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), the Arts, and the Outdoors! Enjoy a fireside chat with the creator of NOLA Fashion Week Tracee Dundas, Veterinarian Priscilla Joyner from the Audubon Species Survival Center, award winning Pastry Chef Erin Swanson and more! We’ll have awesome collaborators at B.I.G. Girls will meet role models, explore career options, and have fun!

Open to all girls, grades K – 12, registered by September 19 for the 2019 membership year.

$5 per girl, and adults are free.

Free patch to first 1,500 girls who register for the B.I.G. Event. Girls who renewed their membership as part of Spring renewal have received discounted pricing ($3). Event Registration is easy at www.gsle.org/ebiz! BIG Event Service Project will be a Donation Drive for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

Contact Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243, for more info.

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Founded in 1960, The Blood Center serves as the lifesaving link between the donor and the patient. Blood is a vital medical component that cannot be manufactured. It is only through generous donors that blood is made available to patients in need.

Open to all Girl Scouts and their families

Troop members learn the importance of giving blood

Girl Scouts earn patch by:

• Attending a presentation on blood facts, why people need blood and what are the requirements to donating blood • Supporting the community blood supply by successfully recruiting two blood donors

Last authentic Steamboat on the Mississippi River

Contact Paul Adams at BloodDrive@TheBloodCenter.org to learn more about the Blood Buddy program

Departs from the French Quarter 2 Hr Cruise, Troop Rates, Guided tour Earn a River Heritage Patch

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Girl Scouts Louisiana East

Table of Contents

Corporate Headquarters 841 S. Clearview Parkway New Orleans, LA 70121 Phone 504-733-8220 Âˇ 800-644-7571 Fax 504-733-8219

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Regional Service Center

Getting Started

545 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone 225-927-8946 Fax 225-927-8402

Council Website www.gsle.org Program Power is published annually by the Program Department of Girl Scouts Louisiana East. Additional program activities and events are developed throughout the year, and updated on the council website. Please visit www.gsle.org regularly.

The Girl Scout Mission

Program Frequently Asked Questions

Programs for 2018-2019 September 2018

October 2018

November 2018

December 2018

January 2019

February 2019

March 2019

April 2019

May 2019

Robotics Series

On Your Own

Girl Scoutsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Highest Awards

Product Program Information

2018 Fall Product Program

2019 Cookie Program

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

The Girl Scout Promise On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

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The Girl Scout Law I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

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At Girl Scouts Louisiana East, we believe in the Power of G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ and have changed the name of our annual council guide and resource book for girl members, parents, leaders or advisors, to Program Power, to reflect how our activities and experiences power Girl Leadership. There is no organization that more thoroughly understands the value of programming designed specifically for girls and delivered in an all-girl learning space than Girl Scouts. So whether it’s Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) that interests you, or Life Skills, the Outdoors, or Entrepreneurship, we hope you’ll unleash your inner G.I.R.L. and join us for a year of adventure, learning, and challenging activities. A big thank you goes to our Program Power sponsors, community collaborators, and council program volunteers, who are instrumental in providing this year’s program opportunities! Have an expertise or an idea you want to share? Let us know!

Support our Sponsors! In this year’s Program Power you will notice a variety of local businesses and organizations that are sponsoring the publication, and by doing so, are helping to offset the cost to print and mail this publication to Girl Scouts. We encourage you to mention ‘Girl Scouts’ when contacting our sponsors, and letting them know you saw their advertisement in Program Power! Our council website at www.gsle.org will also provide a link to each sponsor’s website, as a service to our membership.

Since we continue to add new activities for girls throughout the year, we encourage you to stay up-to-date by reading the monthly council email newsletter and frequently visiting our website calendar at www.gsle.org and our council’s social media pages. Take a moment to explore Program Power to discover how much fun and how fulfilling it is to be a G.I.R.L.! Yours in Girl Scouting, Program Department, Girl Scouts Louisiana East

¡Bienvenidos! En la organización Girl Scouts Louisiana East, creemos en el Poder de la G.I.R.L.™ (Gogetter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader) y hemos cambiado el nombre de nuestro guía anual y libro de recursos para miembros jóvenes, padres, líderes, y asesores a Program Power para reflejar cómo nuestras actividades y experiencias propulsan el liderazgo de las chicas.

The Blood Center, page 6 Culinary Kids, page 6 Gem and Mineral Society of Louisiana, page 3 Louisiana Arts & Science Museum, inside front cover Metairie Center Jazzercise, inside back cover Premier Lanes, page 4 Small Fry’s Cooking, LLC., page 53 Splendor Farms, page 4 Steamboat Natchez, page 6

No hay otra organización que entiende más completamente el valor de programas diseñado específicamente para chicas y cumplido en un espacio de aprendizaje exclusivamente para chicas. Así que si es Ciencia (Science), Tecnología, Ingeniería (Engineering), o Matemáticas (STEM) que le interesa a usted, o habilidades para la vida o al aire libre, o el espíritu emprendedor, esperamos que suelta su G.I.R.L. interior y nos junta para un año de aventuras, aprendizaje, y actividades retadoras. ¡Estamos emitiendo un gran gracias a nuestros patrocinadores de Program Power, los colaboradores del comunidad, y voluntarios del programa del consejo, quienes son fundamental en proveer las oportunidades del programa de este año! ¿Tiene usted una pericia o una idea que quiere compartir? ¡Avísenos! Porque continuamos agregando actividades nuevas para chicas por todo el año, recomendamos que usted se mantenga al día por leer el boletín informativo mensual de correo electrónico y por visitar nuestro calendario del sitio web en www.gsle.org y las páginas del consejo en las redes sociales. ¡Tome un momento para explorar Program Power para descrubrir qué divertido y qué satisfactorio es para ser una G.I.R.L.!

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Three Easy Steps 1. Mark the programs you want to attend and ask your leader or your parent/guardian to sign you up.

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2. Register for your programs! NEW this year, for many of our events and activities, is online registration through our eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz. Click on the Activities tab in eBiz to locate your program. For those who prefer to register for an event or activity, off-line, a Program Event Registration Form with instructions is located on page 53. 3. Review your confirmation for additional instructions or supplies prior to the day of the event.

G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ is GSUSA’s new brand platform which emphasizes the types of experiences girls have through Girl Scouting. This key will help you understand how G.I.R.L. defines leadership the Girl Scout way.

GO-GETTER

INNOVATOR

RISK-TAKER

LEADER

Determined to succeed. Bold. Honest. Fair. Goal-oriented. Can-do mentality. Ambitious. Lifelong learner.

Thinks outside the box. Always looking for a new approach. Visionary. Uses resources wisely. Original Do-it-yourselfer. Experimenter.

Not afraid to try new things. Courageous. Strong. Breaks the mold. Steps up. Discoverer. Pioneer. Embraces the unfamiliar.

Confident. Knows how to get the job done. Responsible. Committed to making the world a better place. Empathetic. Advocate. Empowers others.

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Program Frequently Asked Questions Who can participate in Girl Scout events?

Will I receive confirmation of our participation in a council-sponsored event?

A registered Girl Scout is welcome to participate in programs either independently or as a troop.

Yes. A confirmation goes to the troop leader, adult in charge, or individual registering prior to the event with directions and instructions for the event (usually by email). Make sure that information is distributed to troop members who are attending the event.

Who do I contact if I have questions about the program activity? Under each program there is a contact person listed who will be able to answer questions about the event.

What is the refund policy?

Who do I contact if I want to see if I’m registered for the event?

A full refund is made only when the council cancels the event. If your schedule changes, it may be possible to transfer your event fees to a future event. No fee transfers will be made for no-show troops or girls. All transfer of fees will be made at the discretion of the Chief Development Officer, Program and Properties.

If you need to check to see if your registration or payment was received you can contact Customer Care at 1800-6447571, or by email to customercare@gsle.org.

When does registration open and close?  How are council program events filled?

How does the council ensure that girls have a safe and enjoyable time at events?

Listed under each program offering is a registration open and deadline date. Registration is open until the maximum number of participants is reached or the deadline date arrives, whichever occurs first. If by 4 p.m. on the opening date the council has received more registrations than the maximum number of participants for that event, a random drawing will be held to select the participants. In order for your registration to be processed the full amount of the fee must be included with the registration.

All events are planned according to Girl Scout Volunteer Essentials and Safety Activity Checkpoints. Please adhere to Volunteer Essentials and Safety Activity Checkpoints at all Girl Scout programs (i.e. using the buddy system, etc.).

How will I know that an event has been cancelled? If you are attending an event hosted by the council and it is cancelled, the adult listed on the event information will be notified by email or by phone.

What is the leader’s responsibility for the event if the whole troop attends?

Are Badges included?

The leaders must provide a sufficient number of adults to meet Safety Activity Checkpoints. They must also ensure that there is a currently certified first aider, a First Aid kit, the original permission slip for each girl, completed Health History Record for each girl, completed Health History for each adult, and items listed in event or confirmation description. The leader is responsible for monitoring her troop/group’s behavior and actions.

Only if specified in the event description.

Do I have to be in a troop to earn a Badge or Award?

If my daughter participates in a program independently, how will she be supervised? Girls participating independently should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Volunteers may be available to supervise groups of girls participating independently at certain events, but please check with the program staff member listed under each event to see if your daughter needs to be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Do adult chaperones pay for program events?

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Can I sell cookies or fall products if I am not a member of a troop? Yes, any registered Girl Scout can sell cookies or fall products to earn program credit.

When fees are listed per girl, adults do not have to pay for the event. When fees are listed per person, any individual attending the event must pay the fee.

Absolutely not! Girl Scouts earn badges or awards by completing the requirements set by the council or the national curriculum, either independently OR with a group.

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PROGRAMS 2018-2019 Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 60 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum is reached or at listed deadline date. Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403. Volunteer Opportunities: Wrangler/Spur adult volunteers are necessary for this program to succeed – please join! Adults must also complete an orientation session, volunteer application and background screening prior to volunteering.

September 2018 WRANGLER/SPUR Program

Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wrangler), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spur). Are horses your thing? Would you like to share your riding skills and knowledge of horses with younger girls? Then consider joining the Wrangler/Spur Program. You will be paired with adult and girl mentors to teach Western horseback riding workshops at Camp Marydale to troops and service units. Wranglers also help with special weekend events such as Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshops and other horse workshops.

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12

Wrangler/Spur Program

Be an Animal Guardian and earn your LA/SPCA Animal Guardian Badge! Come to the LA/SPCA and learn about an animal shelter’s function in the community and how you can help save more lives. Your troop will get the chance to learn about animal welfare, tour the LA/SPCA, and complete an activity to earn their Animal Guardian badge, only offered at the LA/SPCA! Price of the patch is included in the fee.

Orientation & Training Weekend Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wrangler), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spur). This training at Camp Marydale is open to girls 12+ years old who are interested in joining the Wrangler/Spur Program regardless of experience. You will learn policies and procedures necessary in the program and then head to the barn for hands-on training with our horses that will help you succeed the first time you volunteer. Adults who are interested in volunteering in the program must also attend an orientation session prior to volunteering. The training weekend is for all members to come and learn about new procedures and gain new experience!

When: Saturdays, September 8, 2018; October 13, 2018; November 10, 2018; December 8, 2018; January 26, 2019; February 23, 2019; March 16, 2019; April 13, 2019; and May 11, 2019. Time: One-hour workshops are available at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Where: The Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70114 Fee: $8 per Girl Scout ($30 nonrefundable deposit required to reserve your date and time. Any workshop can be rescheduled up to 3 weeks before the scheduled workshop time. There will be a 25% processing fee assessed if rescheduling with less than 3 weeks’ notice.) Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: A minimum of 7 day advanced registration is required. Deposits are due at the time of registration. If paying by check, the LA/SPCA must receive registration and payment three weeks prior to the workshop. Sessions fill up fast so please register as soon as possible. Registration Opens: Now Contact: Mimi Spahn Sattler at 504-762-3321 or mimi@la-spca.org to check availability, register over the phone, or for more information. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

After the completion of an orientation, girls are registered in the Wrangler/Spur Program and will be volunteering at camp throughout the year. If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a Wrangler or a Spur, email wranglers@gsle.org.

Event Code: WT9101 When: Friday, September 7 - Sunday, September 9, 2018 (Deadline to register 8/29/18) Event Code: WT9102 When: Friday, November 16 - Sunday, November 18, 2018 (Deadline to register 11/7/18) Event Code: WT9103 When: Friday, February 15 - Sunday, February 17, 2019 (Deadline to register 2/6/19) Time: Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $20 per person (girl and adult), which includes five meals.

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Open to girls, grades 3 - 5

LH9105–Sunday, March 17, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 3/6/19) LH9106–Sunday, April 14, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 4/3/19)

Join the LOOP NOLA team for a day of exploration and education in the wetlands of Bayou St. John! Come canoe in Bayou St. John and learn about the plants and animals that play a vital role in southeast Louisiana’s habitat. Participate in team-building games and activities directly relating to the ecology surrounding you. Through hands-on activities, girls will experience methods commonly used in water quality testing and wetland conservation. Take this opportunity to explore a little used area of New Orleans and learn more about your role in protecting our wetlands! If this special date does not work for you, or it fills up quickly, please contact Heather West at hwest@loopnola.org to establish your own troop outing.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 40 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When capacity is reached or dates listed. Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

LOOP NOLA

Wetlands Ecology & Exploration

Event Code: EE9401 When: Sunday, September 9, 2018

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Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: LOOP NOLA office in City Park. 1009 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: August 27, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls and adults should wear closed toe shoes and dress in comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting a little dirty. LOOP NOLA will have ice water, sun block, bug spray, and a med kit on site. If possible, girls and adults should bring a reusable water bottle along with lunches and any snacks that they may want.

Game and Clinic

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join the Loyola Wolf Pack Women’s Volleyball team for a special skills clinic after their 2 p.m. match. Be sure to bring your outside voice inside for cheering on the Loyola Wolf Pack Volleyball team! The clinic will concentrate on NAIA’s Champions of Character program and the five core values: Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Sportsmanship, and Servant Leadership.

When: Saturday September 15, 2018 Time: Clinic follows 2 p.m. match. Where: The Den at Loyola University, 6330 Freret St., New Orleans, LA 70118 Fee: Donations for the Tulane Cancer Center Patient Relief Fund includes admission to the match and clinic Capacity: No Maximum Registration Instructions: Call 504-864-7397 in advance to indicate how many girls will be attending the clinic. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 7, 2018 Contact: Jesse Zabal at 504-864-7397 or jrzabal@loyno.edu to register and for more information. Note: Comfortable attire and tennis shoes are recommended. Girl Scout uniform or T-shirts are encouraged.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Would you like to learn more about our horses at Camp Marydale? Here’s your chance to work with our members of the Wrangler/Spur Program as they introduce you to the basics of horse care with hands-on grooming. You’ll also tour the barn, receive a fun patch, and end your session with a pony ride!

Girl Scout Day at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join us at the Baton Rouge Zoo for a day of Girl Scout only activities designed to complete requirements from the Animal Habitats Junior Badge! The event and activities are open for girls of all ages, but only Girl Scout Juniors attending will receive a badge, although some activities might relate to other age level badge requirements as well.

LH9101–Sunday, September 9, 2018, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 8/29/18) LH9102–Sunday, October 14, 2018, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 10/3/18) LH9103–Sunday, December 9, 2018, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 11/21/18) LH9104–Sunday, February 17, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 2/6/19)

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Event Code: BZ9101 When: Saturday, September 15, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807

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Fee: $5.25 per registered Girl Scout. Price includes zoo admission and badge programing as well as an Animal Habitats badge for all attending Girl Scout Juniors. Fee is $7.75 for all adults/ teens and any non-Girl Scouts. Friends and family members are encouraged to attend, but activities will only be available for Girl Scouts. Capacity: Minimum 50 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed and will provide details on what to bring. Event will be canceled if minimum capacity is not met. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 10, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Jillian Carlos at jcarlos@brzoo.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

(Year 1 Pin) Open to girls, grades 2 – 12. Workshops for grades 2 – 3, grades 4 – 5, grades 6 – 12 This workshop invites girls to experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from their faith while completing the requirements of the My Promise, My Faith pin. This award helps girls explore how Girl Scouting and their faith offer similar ideas about how to interact with the world around them—and how Girl Scouting can tie into their faith. Girls can earn this national pin each year. Girl Scouts has always provided many opportunities for girls to grow in their respective religious faith, including religious recognitions that are facilitated at an individual or troop level through a faith community. Each girl is encouraged to develop her own strong values within the context of family, faith, and the Girl Scout Promise and Law.

Crime Stoppers

Safety for Girls 101

Open to girls, grades 7 – 9 and grades 10 – 12 Four safety sessions led by law enforcement and youth safety professionals will focus on the following subjects: being streetwise (safe at home, in your neighborhood, school, and community); crime and violence prevention (bullying, cyberbullying, and dating violence); choices that shape your future (prescription drug abuse and misuse, illicit drugs, and alcohol prevention); teen driver safety (distracted driving, seatbelt safety, and driving under the influence); leadership skills – being a peer advocate!

Girl Scout Brownies, grades 2 – 3 Event Code: MP9301 When: Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Deadline to register 9/5/18) Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA Fee: $5 per person, including adults (please bring a sack lunch and drink, no glass please) Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 60 girls

Sessions will be split into two groups, grades 7 – 9 and grades 10 – 12 and topics will be age appropriate for each group. Groups will rotate through morning and afternoon sessions. Leadership skills will be a joint session with fun activities at lunch time. Each session will last 30 minutes depending on level of group participation.

Girl Scout Juniors, grades 4 – 5 Event Code: MP9101 When: Saturday, December 1 - Sunday, December 2, 2018 (Deadline to register 11/16/18) Time: 10 a.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. Sunday Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $15 per person, including adults. Please bring a sack lunch and drink for Saturday, no glass please. Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast included. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 100 girls. Troops must register a minimum of two adults per troop with Basic Camp certification. Adults will be lodged in cabins separate from girls’ cabins in the same unit.

When: Saturday, September 22, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. onsite registration, classes 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Michael J. Kenney Center, 411 W. Coleman Ave., Hammond, LA 70403 Fee: Free, and lunch, beverages, and snacks will be provided for free as well. Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 100 girls Registration Instructions: Register by emailing tangicrimestoppers@gmail.com with your name and troop number including a list of each Girl Scout’s full name and age/ grade. For more information call Jodie at 985-634-0590. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 15, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors, grades 6 – 12 Event Code: MP9302 When: Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, April 14, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/27/19) Time: 10 a.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. Sunday Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Fee: $15 per person, including adults. Please bring a sack lunch and drink for Saturday, no glass please. Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast included. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 100 girls. Troops must register a minimum of two adults per troop with Basic Camp certification. Adults will be lodged in cabins separate from girls’ cabins in the same unit.

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Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date. Volunteer Coordinator: Jennifer Enloe, GSLE Facilitator Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or (985)5025765.

Presentations and displays from the US Coast Guard, Electric Girls, Fit NOLA, UNO Biology Department, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve, the Louisiana SPCA, Small Fry’s Cooking, the LSU Museum of Natural Science, the Delgado Community College Automotive Department, Empower Your Cents, Association for Women in Science and many more!

Event Code: BIG901 When: Saturday, September 29, 2018 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: University of New Orleans, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70148 Fee: $5 per girl, and adults are free. Free patch to first 1,500 girls who register for the BIG event. Girls who renewed their membership as part of Spring renewal have received discounted pricing ($3). Capacity: No Minimum/Maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 19, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Baton Rouge Recreation

Painting Workshop Open to girls, grades 2 – 4 Girl Scout Brownies will paint and create a moody wetland landscape mural using unexpected techniques (no brushes allowed!) and finish with the creation of a 3-dimensional alligator to accompany the mural.

Event Code: PW8101 When: Saturday, September 22, 2018 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: BREC’s Womack Park, 6201 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $12 per girl, includes supplies and Brownie Painting badge Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: September 1, 2018 Deadline: September 12, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Jennifer Poulterat at JPoulter@brec.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged, but painting is messy, please bring a smock or extra shirt.

October 2018 “Outdoor” Brownie Badge Sampler Open to girls, grades 1 – 3 Girl Scout Brownies, are you ready to explore the great outdoors and the Outdoor badges that are now available for your skill development? What do you see? What do you hear? There are so many amazing adventures waiting for you. Bring your friends, your lunch, and spend the day playing outdoors, exploring nature, learning new camp skills, and ways to care for the outdoors. By the end of the day Girl Scout Brownies will sample the NEW Eco Friend as well as Outdoor Adventurer, Hiker, Outdoor Art Explorer, Cabin Camper, Letterboxer, and Bugs badges!

Believe in G.I.R.L. (B.I.G.) Event Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join over 1,000 Girl Scouts as we take to the campus of University of New Orleans to participate in the Girl Scout’s B.I.G. (“Believe In G.I.R.L.”) event. Girl Scouts from across Louisiana, will come together to kick off another year of Girl Scouting by visiting over 40 different displays and demonstrations on the multitude of opportunities that exist for girls to explore. The hands on demonstrations and display will focus on Girl Scout Initiatives such as STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, the Outdoors, the Arts, and more.

Event Code: OA9301 When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 (Deadline to register 9/26/18) Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA

Enjoy a fireside chat with the creator of NOLA Fashion Week Tracee Dundas, Veterinarian Priscilla Joyner from the Audubon Species Survival Center, award winning Pastry Chef Erin Swanson and more!

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Event Code: SA9201

Event Code: OA9101 When: Saturday, February 2, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/16/19)

Where: First United Methodist Church, 1255 Canal Blvd. Thibodaux, LA 70301

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Volunteer Coordinator: Mary Stringfellow, Service Unit 122.

Time: 1 - 3 p.m. Fee: $10 per girl; includes Special Agent badge and supplies Capacity: Minimum 10/ Maximum 40 at either Girl Scout location; Minimum 6/Maximum 25 at U.S. Coast Guard location. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date listed. Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

When: Saturday, March 23, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/8/19)

Event Code: OA9302 When: Saturday, March 30, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/14/19) Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA Volunteer Coordinator: Cadette Troop 10324 Leader, Nathalie Roy Mitchell at nathalieroymitchell@gmail.com.

Event Code: OA9401 When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/27/19) Where: Bayou Segnette State Park, Westwego, LA Volunteer Coordinator: Senior/Ambassador Troop 40781 Leader, Nell Toomer at nellftoomer@gmail.com. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fee: $7 per girl; includes badge and supplies. Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 100 girls per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum is reached or two weeks prior to event date. Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

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Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 (see page 11)

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, October 14, 2018 (see page 12)

Special Agent Cadette Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 Grab your magnifying glass and peer into the world of forensic science in this badge workshop. Learn how law enforcers, scientists, detectives, and psychologists uncover clues to solve crime scenes. Badge Focus: Cadette Special Agent

Event Code: SA9401 When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 (Deadline to register 9/26/18) Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Event Code: SA9101 When: Saturday, November 17, 2018 (Deadline to register 10/31/18) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Event Code: SA9301 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/3/19) Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA

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Cadette Trees Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9405 When: Saturday, May 18, 2019

National Park Patch Program Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 The National Park Service and Girl Scouts of the USA have partnered to create the Girl Scout Ranger Program. You can participate in the Girl Scout Ranger program through any Girl Scout activity at any national park—with your troop, at an event, or during a camping or travel experience. Girl Scouts can also work collaboratively with NPS employees and take part in educational programs, volunteer and service projects at any NPS site, such as participating in existing educational programs and service projects (Ranger-guided interpretive tours, Junior Ranger programs, Environmental education programs, Web Rangers).

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Cadette Trees Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9406 When: Saturday, May 18, 2019 Time: 1 – 3 p.m. Where: Barataria Preserve, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: $3 per girl; fee covers registration and badges Capacity: Maximum 45 girls each workshop. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is met or two weeks prior to each event. Volunteer Coordinator: Kali Bunn at kali_bunn@nps.gov Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Badges will be provided at the completion of each workshop. Girls should dress in comfortable clothes. Girl Scout shirts are encouraged.

Many national park sites have volunteer programs that can offer Girl Scouts an opportunity to assist in a variety of long-term or short-term service projects to improve and ensure protection of park resources and facilities. Girl Scouts are encouraged to take part in any sustainable organized project, agreed upon by the NPS, as an appropriate service opportunity that protects and preserves park resources. Girl Scouts and their leaders should contact the park Volunteer Coordinator to select and develop these projects and activities. After spending five hours at a park participating in activities, you will get a certificate from the National Park Service. Spending 10 hours, you will be awarded a Girl Scout Ranger patch! The Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Barataria Preserve have designed some great workshops and other opportunities to help our girls get started! More information about the Girl Scout Ranger Program can be found at www.nps.gov/subjects/ youthprograms/girlscoutranger.htm

Small Fry’s Cooking

Culinary Fun…and So Much More! Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 Come spend the morning with certified Healthy Hands educators and instructors and leave with four, fun patches! We’ll have some culinary fun and earn a Cooking Fun patch. Then we’ll create a fall-themed craft to earn an Arts & Crafts patch. We can’t leave without a slimy science experiment and a Slime Fun patch! Lastly, we’ll keep our happy spirits alive with good ole sing-along songs to earn our Sing Along patch. Don’t miss this incredible morning of patch-earning fun!

Barataria Preserve Workshops Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 Brownie Bugs Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9401 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Event Code: CF9401 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018

Brownie Bugs Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9402 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018

Time: 9 -11:30 a.m.

Event Code: CF9402 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018

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Juniors Flowers Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9403 When: Saturday, March 23, 2019

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $35 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included. Capacity: 20 girls. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 3, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached.

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Juniors Flowers Badge Workshop Event Code: BP9404 When: Saturday, March 23, 2019 Time: 1 – 3 p.m.

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Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

Coding Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 7 Learn how to speak the language of computers! Using online resources that enable them to continue learning outside of the workshop, attendees will dive into the exciting world of computer coding. Students will use a block-based application designed to make it simple for anyone to learn computer programming. Attendees will leave the workshop having created their own individual projects such as a game, video or calculator application.

JLow Birthday Bash and Duck Derby!

Event Code: CW9401 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018

At Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12 and their families When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 (see page 52)

Where: New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113

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Event Code: CW9402 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019

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Where: One Stone Café, 323 Verret St., New Orleans, LA 70114

Open to girls, grades K – 5

Event Code: CW9403 When: Saturday, April 20, 2019

Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science! Girls will enjoy hands-on experiments that spark imaginative thinking. Activities include kitchen chemistry, bubbling potions, creating static electricity, and making objects float. Come in your best costumes for a chance to win the costume contest. We make science fun! The workshop will focus on the Brownie Home Scientist Badge which will be given to all Brownies attending.

Where: Warehouse in the Bywater, 3014 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA 70117 Time: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Email Élan Jones at info@nolacode. org Registration Opens: Now Deadline: One week before the workshop or when maximum capacity is reached. If the minimum is not met, event will be canceled. Volunteer Coordinator: Élan Jones at info@nolacode.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Mad Science has been the nation’s leading science enrichment resource for over 30 years, providing opportunities in STEM through an exclusive partnerships with industry leaders such as NASA, Crayola, Lego and more! Now serving youth throughout southeast Louisiana.

Event Code: MS9401 When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Loyola University Danna Center, 6363 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118 Fee: $20 per girl, includes Badge for Brownies Capacity: Minimum 30/No Maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 13, 2018 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@ madsciencesela.com or 504345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

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this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date listed. Volunteer Coordinator: Rose Coats/Nell Toomer Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

Moscow Ballet Meet & Greet Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join a performer of the Moscow Ballet for an evening of costume, music, and dance introduction to one of the most popular ballets in the world. Girls will be shown exercises and dance steps (even for complete beginners).

Event Code: MB9401 When: Friday, October 26, 2018

Highest Awards Orientation

Time: 6 – 8 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Open: Now Deadline: October 13, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their leader or guardian Join us for open discussion focused on Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. This informal presentation, open for any leader or Girl Scout wanting knowledge of Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, will cover what is expected concerning projects, with as much Q&A as needed. (see page 34)

Event Code: HA9101 When: Sunday, November 4, 2018 (Deadline to register 11/1/18) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Event Code: HA9401 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 (Deadline to register 11/1/18)

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At Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Saturday, October 27, 2018 (see page 53)

Event Code: HA9102 When: Saturday, February 2, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/21/19) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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Event Code: HA9402 When: Saturday, February 16, 2019 (Deadline to register 2/9/19) Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Finding Your Voice Open to girls, grades 6 - 8 Come join us for this inventive, public speaking workshop. Gain confidence and learn tricks and tips to be a more influential speaker.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (if registering as a troop, include the troop roster) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached, or deadline date listed. Staff Contact: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Event Code FV9401 When: Saturday, November 3, 2018 (Deadline to register 10/17/18) Event Code: FV9402 When: Saturday, March 16, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/2/19) Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $7 per girl Capacity: 10 Minimum/35 Maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of

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Time: 7 p.m. Where: Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances. Registration Instructions: While have plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 21, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Bravo, Bravo, Bravisimo. Many thanks to New Orleans Opera for inviting Girl Scouts to attend their dress rehearsal once again. Be sure to join our Intro to Opera presentation at the BIG Event. At orientation, you will learn proper opera etiquette, opera history, participate in singing activities, and review upcoming operas. A more detailed version of the Intro to Opera will be held in January. It is highly encouraged that you attend an opera orientation, or have an adult who has attended the orientation provide your troop the orientation before attending performances.

Opera Performance

Opera: Rameau’s Pygmalion Event Code: OP9402 When: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Time: 7 p.m. Where: Le Petit Theatre, 616 St Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances. Registration Instructions: While we have plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets—ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 19, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance

Opera: Auerbach’s The Blind Event Code: OP9404 When: Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Time: 7 p.m. Where: Marigny Opera House, 725 St Ferdinand St, New Orleans, LA 70117 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances. Registration Instructions: While we have plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: February 18, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Orientation

Event Code: OP9401 When: Saturday, January 5, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 10/No Maximum. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: December 19, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance

Opera: Verdi’s Rigoletto Event Code: OP9405 When: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Time: 7 p.m. Where: Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances.

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Opera: Mozart’s Abduction From the Seraglio Event Code: OP9403 When: Wednesday, February 6, 2019

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Registration Instructions: While we have plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 8, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Mad Science has been the nation’s leading science enrichment resource for over 30 years. They provide opportunities in STEM through exclusive partnerships with industry leaders such as NASA, Crayola, Lego and more! Now serving youth throughout southeast Louisiana.

Event Code: MSD401 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $20 per girl, includes materials and badge. Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: November 3, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Woodlands Conservancy

Animal Habitats Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 - 5 Come earn your Animal Habitats Badge while exploring the Woodlands Trail forest! Join naturalists on a hike to observe local Louisiana animals and learn how they are adapted to their forested wetland habitat. As you hike, help clean up habitat for the critters by picking up litter along the trail. Find out about the endangered wildlife of the Gulf Coast, and even construct your own animal home using natural materials.

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When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 (Deadline to register 10/26/18)

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 (see page 11)

When: Saturday, April 13, 2019 (Deadline to register 3/22/19) Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: Email info@woodlandsconservancy. org or call 504-433-4000 for information and to register. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When capacity is reached, or deadline date. Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

“Camp-In” at the Louisiana Children’s Museum! Open to girls, grades K - 5 Enjoy the Louisiana Children’s Museum all to yourself…and at night! Explore their many exhibits, participate in engaging, interactive activities, and enjoy a safe and hassle-free night complete with overnight fun, snacks, and breakfast!

Event Code: CM9401 When: Saturday, November 10 - Sunday, November 11, 2018 Time: 6 p.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. Sunday Where: Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: $30 per girl, $20 per adult Capacity: Minimum 50/Maximum 100 (including adults) Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (if registering as a troop, include the troop roster) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 24, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Mad Science’s

“Be Your Own Detective” Experience Open to girls, grades 4 – 6 Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science! Girls will enjoy handson experiments that spark imaginative thinking as they try out detective science. Activities include communicating in code, practicing the power of observation, analyzing fingerprint evidence and following the clues to solve a real mystery. We make science fun! Girl Scout Juniors will earn the Detective Badge.

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Event Code: CI9201 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018

Note: Girls and adults should pack for a standard overnight camp experience: sleeping bag; pillow; foam sleeping pad (if needed); pajamas; minimal toiletries; comfortable, layered clothing; shoes; etc.). Supplies should be packed in one bag. Backpacks are encouraged. Suitcases are discouraged. Cots are not permitted.

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: 243 Enterprise Dr., Houma, LA 70360 Fee: $25 per girl. Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 50 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 26, 2018 or when maximum capacity is reached. If minimum is not met, event will be canceled. Volunteer Coordinator: Robin Bergeron at robinbergeron@ challenge-island.com Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops.

Ochsner

Science in Action Workshop Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 The Ochsner Science in Action Workshop is open to Girl Scout Brownie troops who are interested in earning their Home Scientist Badge. Throughout the event, girls will participate in numerous hands-on science experiments led by Ochsner staff to teach real world applications of age appropriate STEM theories and principles.

When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: Check-in at 9 a.m.; workshop is 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Where: Ochsner Medical Center – Main Campus (Brent House), 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $5 per girl and lunch is included. Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 50 Registration Instructions: Registration forms will be accepted by fax to 504-842-3389, Attn: Academic Outreach or email to EducationOutreach@ochsner.org. The registration form can be found at www.gsle.org/science-in-action Registration Opens: Monday, September 4, 2018 at 8 a.m. If minimum attendance is not met, event will be canceled. Deadline: October 25, 2018 Volunteer Coordinator: Stephanie Messina at Stephanie. messina@ochsner.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). No registration forms will be accepted before the opening date. Fees will not be due until the troop has been accepted to the event, and payment is by check only. Phone calls and registration packets will be sent to all troops accepted to the event. Troops will also be notified if they are not accepted.

Program Aide (PA) Training Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 Program Aides are role models for younger Girl Scouts. They have an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and to share their interests and experiences with younger girls in a troop, group, or camp setting. Join us for training in the morning and implementing your new skills to put these interests and skills together in afternoon badge workshops.

Event Code: PA9401 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 (Deadline to register 10/26/18) Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Event Code: PA9101 When: Saturday, January 12, 2019 (Deadline to register 12/28/18) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70506

Event Code: PA9301 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/25/19) Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA

Challenge Island

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: Minimum 5/Maximum 20 girls per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When capacity is reached, or deadline date. Volunteer Coordinator: Ronesha Braxton, GSLE Facilitator Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

Brownies Game Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 2 – 5 Get your ticket for a morning of fun and games without technology! You and your tribe of friends will create and play exciting games like Emoji Putt Putt and a special themed arcade game. Who needs video games, when we can use our imagination to create our own? Every participant will receive a Challenge Island fun patch and a certificate of completion! The workshop will complete four of the five Making Games Badge requirements, badge not included. Adults and leaders may be asked to help deliver some aspects of the program. More information on Challenge Island can be found at http://challengeisland.com/houma

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Event Code: AR9301 When: Saturday, November 17, 2018 (Deadline to register 10/31/18)

Wrangler/Spur Program Orientation & Training Weekend Open to all girls, age 14 and older (Wranglers), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spurs). Event Code: WT9102 When: Friday, November 16 - Sunday, November 18, 2018

Event Code: AR9302 When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 (Deadline to register 4/17/19)

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Time: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA Fee: $5 per participant (bring a sack lunch and drink), which includes Archery Badge and supplies. Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 40 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date. Volunteer Coordinator: Linda LeRay at lindableray@gmail.com or 985-449-9814. Staff Support: Jill Pollard at jpollard@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2238.

Small Fry’s Cooking

Healthy Hands Cooking… and So Much More! Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 Come spend the morning with certified Healthy Hands educators and instructors and leave with four, fun patches! We’ll have some culinary fun and earn a Healthy Hands Cooking Fun patch as well as a Fondue Fun patch. We’ll get creative with Duct Tape to earn a Duct Tape Fun patch. Lastly, we’ll shake a leg and earn our Dance patch. Don’t miss this incredible morning of patch-earning fun!

Event Code: HH9401 When: Saturday, November 17, 2018

Special Agent Cadette

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $35 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included. Capacity: 30 girls. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity by clicking here or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations along with event details will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 31, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-7338220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!!

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, November 17, 2018 (see page 15)

Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 Riding a horse is one of the most exciting things you can do. But ask any good horseback rider her secret to success and she’ll say that understanding a horse is as important as learning to ride one. During this fabulous weekend, members of our Wrangler/Spur program will share with you the basics of horseback riding, teach you how to take care of a horse and about horse safety, prepare you for your ride, practice your ride, and take you out on a trail ride, if weather permits! Girl Scout Juniors that complete all activities and skills from the event will earn the Horseback Riding Badge!

Event Code: HR9101 When: Sunday, November 18 – Tuesday, November 20, 2018

Archery Challenge Badge Workshop

Check in Sunday at 7 p.m. Check out Tuesday at 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 11/7/18)

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8

Event Code: HR9102 When: Friday, February 1 – Sunday, February 3, 2019

Picture this: you nock (place) an arrow onto a bow, hook your fingers around the string, draw it back, eye your target, and release! Bulls-eye! Archery is an exciting sport that takes strength, focus, good form, and practice. Get ready to challenge yourself as you build your archery skills and learn how to shoot on our Archery obstacle range.

Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/16/19)

Event Code: HR9103 When: Friday, March 29 – Sunday, March 31, 2019 Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 3/13/19)

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Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $50 per girl, which includes program supplies, Horseback Riding Badge, and five meals; $20 per adult, which includes five meals. Capacity: Minimum 18/Maximum 50 girls per session. Note: This is not just a troop event; girls can also register individually. If a troop does register together, minimum one adult per troop, maximum three adults per troop. Troop Parents will be randomly assigned to one of the rotation groups to supervise for the activities. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached, or when deadline listed. Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Rocket Science Day

Come build your very own rocket and launch it into the sky! No experience is necessary for this day of exhilarating engineering! Girls must be 10 years or older to participate. There will be special guest speakers and presentations throughout the event. Come when convenient and stay as long as you like. *This is a great father & daughter event for Man Enough Members!

Event Code: RS9101 When: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: Lamar Dixon Expo Center, 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales, LA 70737 Fee: $25 per girl; includes all materials needed to build and launch a rocket. Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 100 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: November 15, 2018 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes and prepare for activities outdoors. Be sure to bring any needed sun block, bug repellant or other gear. Bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy on the grounds and any needed snacks.

December 2018 Perfect Pitch

Science of Music Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 8 Have you ever wanted to sing acapella? Come join the Sweet Adeline’s and learn how to sing like a pro. Explore the science behind pitch, range, and frequency.

My Promise, My Faith

Event Code: PP9401 When: Saturday, December 1, 2018 (Deadline to register 11/16/18)

(Year 1 Pin) Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Saturday, December 1 - Sunday, December 2, 2018 (see page 13)

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Event Code: PP9101 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/25/19)

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $5 Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 50 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date listed. Volunteer Coordinator: Janie Soslow at janiesingsbass2@ gmail.com Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

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Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, December 8, 2018 (see page 11)

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GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: December 1, 2018 Volunteer Coordinator: Lea Schram von Haupt at lea_ schramvonhaupt@nps.gov. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Badges will be provided at the completion of each workshop. Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged) geared for walking, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Dress for an outdoor environment. Bring your water bottle and any needed bug repellant or sun screen.

Science of Toys Open to girls, grades K – 5 Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science! Girls will test, play and ponder over what makes toys work. Mad Science will spark the beginning of their science and engineering imagination by investigating familiar and novel toys, discovering how motors make toys move and play, learning about potential and kinetic energy, and experimenting with magnetic toys. Learn the science of toys just in time for the holiday season. Mad Science makes science fun! Mad Science has been the nation’s leading science enrichment resource for over 30 years, providing opportunities in STEM through exclusive partnerships with industry leaders such as NASA, Crayola, Lego and more! Now serving youth throughout southeast Louisiana.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, December 9, 2018 (see page 12)

Event Code: MST401 When: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: minimum 20/maximum 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: December 1, 2018 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

January 2019 New Orleans Opera Association

Night at the Opera Opera Orientation Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 When: Saturday, January 5, 2019 (see page 19)

Smart Cookie U! Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 When: Saturday, January 5, 2019 (see page 51)

Nature’s Notebook

Program Aide (PA) Training

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Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, January 12, 2019 (see page 21)

Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 The Jean Lafitte National Park presents the Nature’s Notebook Citizen Science program, specifically tailored to the Girl Scout Junior Detective Badge. Join them for a day of plant observation with a guided life-cycle observation walk as you record data about the plants you observe. Other activities from the badge will also be provided.

Empower Your Cents Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Come spend the day budgeting for what you want, saving for what you need, and comparison shopping for what you simply must have!

Event Code: JL9401 When: Saturday, December 8, 2018

Event Code: EC9401 When: Saturday, January 12, 2019

Time: 1 – 4 p.m. Where: Barataria Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: $3 per girl; covers registration and Detective Badge Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 80 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the

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Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Tanger Outlet Mall, Gonzales, LA Fee: $15 per girl, includes age appropriate Financial Literacy Badge AND Tanger Outlet gift certificates to be used in shopping exercises! Capacity: Minimum 20 Maximum 60

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Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 3, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Lori Jackson at lbj@empoweryourcents. org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Special Agent Cadette Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 (see page 15)

LOOP NOLA

Challenge Course Adventure Open to girls, grades 6 - 8 Join the LOOP NOLA team for a day of High and Low Rope adventures at their Challenge Course in City Park! You will participate in team-building games and activities while developing your ability as a leader in your group. You and the other members of your group will work together to problem solve and strategize to accomplish challenges on the Low Ropes. Then you will have the chance to challenge yourself by climbing and traversing the High Ropes while up to 30 feet above the ground. If you are adventurous and would like the chance to challenge yourself on one of the only High Ropes courses in the New Orleans area, come join us for this opportunity! If this special date does not work for you, or it fills up quickly, please contact Heather West at hwest@loopnola.org to establish your own troop outing.

Event Code: LN9401 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: LOOP NOLA office in City Park, 1009 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $25 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 3, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls and adults should wear closed toe shoes and dress in comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting a little dirty. LOOP NOLA will have ice water, sun block, bug spray, and a med kit on site. If possible, girls and adults should bring a reusable water bottle along with lunches and any snacks that they may want.

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Girl Scout Day 2019 Open to girls, grades 2 – 12 The National World War II Museum invites Girl Scouts to a special day designed for them to tour the Museum’s exhibits, explore the history and lessons of D-Day, and participate in special presentations and creative activities just for Girl Scouts.

When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: U.S. Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center, 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: Free for Girl Scouts in uniform, $10 for adults with a Girl Scout, and $5 for non-Girl Scout children. Registration Instructions: Visit www.nationalww2museum. org/ to register. Link will be available by early September. Contact: Email Baylie Albus at baylie.albus@ nationalww2museum.org for more information. Note: National WWII Museum patches are available for purchase in the Museum store. The museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Girl Scout pricing is available all day. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Girls Do Chemistry Open to girls, grades 2 - 5 The Chlorine chapter of Iota Sigma Pi (an honor and professional society for women chemists) is once again hosting a fun day of chemistry activities for Brownies and Juniors. Girl Scouts will get an opportunity to perform chemistry experiments in a real lab on a college campus with a diverse group of professional women and minority chemists. This event will encourage girls to get excited about chemistry, network and explore possible career options by seeing what chemists do.

Junior Session Event Code: GCJ901 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brownie Session Event Code: GCB901 When: Saturday, January 19, 2019 Time: 1– 3 p.m. Where: Choppin Hall, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 60 each session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 3, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

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Louisiana SPCA

New Orleans Opera Association

Animal Guardian Workshop

Night at the Opera

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, January 26, 2019 (see page11)

Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera: Mozart’s Abduction From the Seraglio When: Wednesday, February 6, 2019 (see page 19)

February 2019

Perfect Pitch

Science of Music Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 8 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (see page 23)

“Outdoor” Brownie Badge Sampler

Program Aide (PA) Training

Open to girls, grades 1 – 3 When: Saturday, February 2, 2019 (see page 15)

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (see page 21)

Horseback Riding Junior Badge workshop

Family Camping

Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Friday, February 1 – Sunday, February 3, 2019 (see page 22)

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Here is a special opportunity for all Girl Scouts in our council and their families! You and your family (males included) are invited to get away from your routine to explore our beautiful campgrounds at Camp Whispering Pines and/or Camp Marydale. You’ll share a wonderful family experience, meet other Girl Scout families, and make new friends! You may canoe, hike, participate in family team-building activities, and cook out for Saturday dinner! *Please register by family, not troop.*

Cooking Craze Open to girls, grades 4 – 8 It is time to cook! This food filled workshop teaches you the skills you will need to prepare unique entrées and delicious desserts for your family. After the lesson you will get to eat your creation. Badge Focus: Girl Scout Junior, Simple Meals; Girl Scout Cadette, New Cuisines.

Event Code: FC9301 When: Saturday, February 9 – Sunday, February 10, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/30/19)

Event Code: CC9401 When: Saturday, February 2, 2019

Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Event Code: FC9101 When: Saturday, April 27 – Sunday, April 28, 2019 (Deadline to register 4/10/19)

Event Code: CC9301 When: Sunday, February 3, 2019

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA

Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA

Time: Check in Saturday 10 a.m. Check out Sunday 10 a.m. Fee: $20 per person which includes Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast, facilitators for programs; family will provide their own food for Saturday dinner to cookout. Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 100 participants Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. *Please register by family, not troop.* Registration Opens: Now Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fee: $20 per girl; includes badge and supplies. $10 per adult (limited to adult to girl ratio outlined in Volunteer Essentials). Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 32 at HQ, Minimum 8/ Maximum 100 at CWP. Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 23, 2019 Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

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activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: February 2, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 Led by the Professor of Food Science and students at the University of Holy Cross, Girl Scouts will participate in a variety of hands-on food science experiments. They will learn about food safety testing & food processing such as cheese making, and basic canning. Food chemistry will provide a basic understanding of how food products are tested through experimentation.

Event Code: FS9401 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 1/20/19) Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: The University of Holy Cross, 4123 Woodland Drive, New Orleans LA, 70131 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 12/Maximum 30 girls Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed, and will provide event details including what to bring. Event will be cancelled if minimum is not reached. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 20, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Darryl Holliday at dholiday@uhcno.edu Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243 for more information. Note: Dress comfortable for a learning environment, closed toed shoes and long pants are required. Girl Scout uniforms are encouraged.

Wrangler/Spur Program Orientation and Training Weekend Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wranglers), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spurs). When: Friday, February 15 - Sunday, February 17, 2019 (see page 11)

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, February 17, 2019 (see page 12)

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, February 23, 2019 (see page 11)

Mad Science’s

Slime Time!

March 2019

Open to girls, grades K – 5 The Mad Science slime recipe is revealed in this ooey gooey chemistry class! Students will learn about slime and its basic ingredients in a series of hands-on activities. Polymer paper clips and cross-linking magnetic marbles will help to examine the key components of slime. Varied concoctions of slime will stir up in scientific style, and the properties of slime will be tested in a team-spirited fashion at the Slime Olympics!

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Finding Your Voice

at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 10, 2019 (see page 54)

Open to girls, grades 6 - 8 When: Saturday, March 16, 2019 (see page 18)

Event Code: MSS402 When: Saturday, February 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 2/2/19)

Louisiana SPCA

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this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 21, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Erin Genrich at egenrich@ thegreenproject.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, March 17, 2019 (see page 12)

National Park Patch Program Open to girls, grades 4 – 5

Juniors Flowers Badge Workshops When: Saturday, March 23, 2019 (see page 16)

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Guy & Girl Scout Day (or Overnight)

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Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, March 23, 2019 (see page 15)

Open to girls, grades 2 – 12, and their favorite guy, age 21 or older *This is a great father & daughter event for Man Enough Members!

Open House at Camp Whispering Pines

Hey girls! Join us at Camp Whispering Pines and enjoy a day full of exciting challenges to see if your dad is “Man Enough to be a Girl Scout.” You will spend the day competing in fun challenges to see if your dad has what it takes to be a Girl Scout! Who can build the better campfire? Who can get to the top of the rock wall first? And what challenge day would be complete without a canoe race on the lake? Then for dinner, compete in a Cook-off! Bring your favorite recipe and compete against the other groups! **All adults working directly with girls – men included – must go through a background screening prior to attending any Girl Scout event.

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 24, 2019 (see page 54)

Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Friday, March 29- Sunday, March 31, 2019 (see page 22)

Outdoor Brownie Badge Sampler Open to girls, grades 1 - 3 When: Saturday, March 30, 2019 (see page 14)

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Woodworker Badge Workshop

Event Code: GG9101- Day Only When: Saturday, March 30, 2019

Open to girls, grades 6 – 12 Complete all requirements for the Cadette Woodworker Badge as you observe nature, use reclaimed materials, and become comfortable with tools. For the final building project, girls make take-home bat houses using reclaimed pallet lumber that would otherwise probably just get tossed, and recycled paint (of course)! The activities are based on the Cadette Woodworker Badge, but any girl age 11+ are welcome to attend!

Time: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Fee: $30 per person, which includes lunch, as well as facilitator fees. (Man Enough adult members-select the option of 50% off the fee) Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 80 participants

Event Code: WB9101 When: Saturday, March 30, 2019

If you would like to stay overnight - use this event code! When you wake up Sunday morning, you will have breakfast and head off to enjoy more time at camp with your guy!

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: 2831 Marais St, New Orleans, LA 70117 Fee: $15 per girl, includes Cadette Woodworker Badge. Capacity: Maximum 15 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of

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Event Code: GG9102 - Saturday to Sunday When: Saturday, March 30, to Sunday, March 31, 2019 Time: 9 a.m. Sat. - 10 a.m. Sunday Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Fee: $50 per person, which includes 2 meals, as well as facilitator fees. (Man Enough adult members-select the option of 50% off the fee)

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on page 51 and 52, or can be downloaded at www.gsle.org/ thinmintsprint Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 15, 2019 for discounted fees. Registrations will also be taken the day of the race. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Daisy Dash 1 mile Fun Run Entry Fee Register by March 15, 2019 – $10 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register after March 15, 2019 – $15 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) Register day of race – $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

April 2019

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Entry Fee Register by March 15, 2019 – $15 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register after March 15, 2019 – $15 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) Register day of race – $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

New Orleans Opera Association

Night at the Opera

Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera: Auerbach’s The Blind When: Wednesday, April 3, 2019 (see page 19)

Girl Scout Perks: Current Girl Scouts will receive a patch if they register for either race by March 15, 2019. T-Shirts: T-shirts will be guaranteed to racers registered by March 15, 2019. Racers registering after March 15, 2019 can purchase a T-shirt at the race for $10 while supplies last.

Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1–mile Daisy Dash fun run Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families While Girl Scouts may love our cookies, we also encourage healthy living! We invite our families and the public to join us for the seventh annual Girl Scouts Louisiana East Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 Mile Daisy Dash fun run, being held on the Northshore!

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The races are open to the public and are held to encourage Girl Scouts and their families to lead more active lives, make smarter food choices, and build self-confidence. The non-competitive run is for runners and walkers of all ages, with the one mile Daisy Dash a perfect opportunity for those who might not be ready for the 5K.

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Event Code: TM9301

Daisy Dash 1 mile Fun Run Event Code: DD9301

When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 Approximate Race Start Time: 9:10 a.m. Packet pickup and “day of race” registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. Where: Tammany Trace Trailhead/Koop Drive/Caboose Kids Konnection Playground (I-12 & Hwy 59), Mandeville, LA Fee: See below for fee discounts, patch and T-shirt information. Registration Instructions: Registration forms are

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Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

in the Bayou Open to girls, grades K – 12 and their families Form a team and join us for a fun and family Softball tournament. Teams should have at least 9 players, up to 4 adults per team, slow pitch ball lasting a maximum of 45 minutes per game. Teams, please bring your own gear. This is a great “bring a friend” event; family members are not required to be registered Girl Scouts to attend.

Outdoor Brownie Badge Sampler Open to girls, grades 1 – 3 When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 (see page 14)

When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Capt. Wayne Daigle Park (behind Warren B. Harang Municipal auditorium), 310 N. Canal Blvd, Thibodaux, LA 70301 Fee: $10 per team, list your team members – minimum 9 - on the registration form. Individuals can register for $5 per person and we will help find you a team to join. Registration Instructions: Registration fees are being accepted by credit card only. Complete the Program Registration Form (in the back of this guide or found on our council website) and email to Sarah Hebert at shebert@gsle.org or call 985-3812688. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Deadline: March 23, 2019 so that a schedule can be made. Note: Concessions will be sold by troops raising money to attend the 2020 National G.S. Convention.

Open House at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, April 7, 2019 (see page 54)

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Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, April 13, 2019 (see page 11)

L&S Car Care Workshop Open to girls, grades 9 – 12 Spend some time with automotive professionals who will provide inside knowledge to the world of automotive care and responsibility. Participants will earn the Car Care Senior Badge which will be provided at the conclusion of the workshop. This will be an extensive hands-on day of car care practices and procedures! Bring a brown bag lunch and your passion for safe and responsible driving!

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Bugs! Open to girls, grades 4 – 6 Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science! Children get engrossed in entomology! They find out that insects are arthropods and inspect authentic insect specimens. Insect anatomy is introduced and examined up-close. Mad Science makes science fun! Girl Scout Brownies will earn the Bugs Badge.

Event Code: LS9101 When: Saturday, April 13, 2019

Mad Science has been the nation’s leading science enrichment resource for over 30 years, providing opportunities in STEM through exclusive partnerships with industry leaders such as NASA, Crayola, Lego and more! Now serving youth throughout southeast Louisiana.

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: L&S Automotive, 401 Happy Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $3 per girl; covers registration and Car Care Senior Badge. Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 31, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Event Code: MSB301 When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Where: GSLE Camp Covington, Covington, LA Fee: $20 per girl, includes materials and badge. Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 20, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602

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Girl Scout Day

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Open to girls, grades 6 – 12 When: Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, April 14, 2019 (see page 13)

Come celebrate mother Earth among the beautiful gardens and wetlands at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The day will entail a hike through the forest, sessions on how to grow vegetable gardens, plant a butterfly/pollinator garden, and hayride. Activities will be designed to meet (but not complete) several different badge and petal requirements.

Earth Day at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12

Event Code: AG9101 When: Saturday, April 27, 2019

Earth Day is an annual event, celebrated worldwide to demonstrate support for the environmental protection of our planet. Partnering with LSU Biology Department and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, participants will learn about the ongoing conservation efforts at our own Camp Marydale. Highlight of the day will be an “endangered species” costume contest -- the goal being to make your costume from recycled materials! Are you up to the challenge and the FUN?

Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens, 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Fee: $7 per person covers entrance fee and registration. Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 100 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 9, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Volunteer Coordinator: Sarah Rayner at srayner@agcenter.lsu. edu or 225-763-3990, ext. 3. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls and adults should wear closed toe shoes and dress in comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting a little dirty. Bring a brown bag lunch and water bottle along with any needed sun block or bug repellant.

Event Code: ED9101 When: Sunday, April 14, 2019 Time: 1 – 5 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $5 per girl or adult. Capacity: Minimum 50/Maximum 200 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 27, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached. Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

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Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, April 14, 2019 (see page 12)

May the 4th Be With You! Open to girls, grades 4 – 12

Open House

Come travel to a galaxy far, far away. Join the rebel forces as we train to defeat the dark side.

at Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, April 14, 2019 (see page 54)

Experience the force within you by dressing in your best intergalactic costume and receive Jedi training with fun themed activities on the challenge course, paddle boards, and archery range. When the sun goes down, learn about the night sky as we tent camp under the stars. Saturday lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast provided. It’s going to be out of this world!

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Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera: Verdi’s Rigoletto When: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 (see page 19)

Event Code: MB9302 When: Saturday, May 4 - Sunday, May 5, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. Saturday - 12 p.m. Sunday. Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Fee: $35 per girl/$25 per adult Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 150 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of

Family Camping at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Saturday, April 27 – Sunday, April 28, 2019 (see page 26)

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this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 20, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Jennifer Enloe Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

FIRST LEGO®

Girl Scout Team(s) Open to girls, ages 9 – 14

Archery Challenge Badge Workshop

This series introduces girls to real-world engineering challenges by building LEGO-based robots to complete tasks on a specially created playing surface. Applications are currently being accepted for girls interested in joining the 2018 Girl Scout FIRST LEGO® League (FLL) teams. FLL teams, guided by their imaginations and adult coaches, discover exciting career possibilities and, through the process, learn to make positive contributions to society.

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 (see page 22)

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Animal Guardian Workshop

Girl Scouts Louisiana East is currently supporting teams from the areas of Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Luling, Destrehan, Slidell, Gonzales, Mandeville, Houma and Chauvin. Each team consists of approximately 10 girls. A strong commitment is necessary for participation in this program which requires the team set specific meetings that are attended by each member to prepare the robot for the competition date in November. Teams meet periodically through the summer and early fall, and then begin to meet at least once, possibly twice a week beginning in September through the competitions in November and December.

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, May 11, 2019 (see page 11)

National Park Patch Program Open to girls, grades 6 – 8

Cadette Trees Badge Workshops When: Saturday, May 18, 2019 (see page 16)

Want to establish a team in your area? Contact Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243 for details!

When: Regional qualifying tournaments will be held in November and the Louisiana Regional Championship Tournament will be held in December. Where: Tournament competition locations - TBA. Application Instructions: To apply, fill out the special application form found on the council website (send no money at this time) and fax, email, or mail to: Girl Scouts Louisiana East, Attn: Kevin Shipp, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121/Fax: 504-733-8219/Email: kshipp@gsle.org. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Only 10 girls will be accepted to each team on a first come, first served basis. For more information about the FIRST LEGO® League, visit www.usfirst.org.

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On Your Own Audubon Zoo Badge Clinics

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Catholic Committee on Girl Organizations

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Have a wild time exploring the Zoo, meeting animals up close, and working on your Girl Scout requirements. Girl Scouts can work toward Petals or Badges. Come with a parent or bring your entire troop. Designed specifically for Girl Scouts, these workshops are sure to be an adventure! Badges not provided by Audubon Zoo.

The committee is under the direction of the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office of the Archdiocese at 2241 Mendez Dr., New Orleans. Its main purpose and function is to oversee the Catholic religious recognition program for Girl Scouts in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

Guardians of the Rainforest – Girl Scouts will have fun learning about rainforests and what they can do to help save the endangered animals that live there.

Important 2018-2019 dates include: an informational meeting and counselor training on Saturday, October 6, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., CYO office or OLDP, Metairie; book review on Sunday, March 24, 2019 from 1 - 5 p.m., CYO office or OLDP, Metairie. Girls are scheduled for a 15-minute appointment with a committee member; Daisies are exempt, Brownies meet as a troop and Juniors - Ambassadors have individual interviews. Pre-ceremony meeting is Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 7 p.m. CYO office or OLDP, Metairie, while award recognition ceremony is Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 3 p.m. at St. Louis Cathedral.

Wetland Warriors – Girl Scouts will learn the importance of the wetlands and all that the wetlands provide for us. Troops will learn how to take action to save the wetlands and teach others their importance. Where: Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA Fees: $25 per Girl Scout for non-Audubon members and $22 for members. Includes two-hour program and special patch. Registration Instructions: Contact the Scout Programs Coordinator at 504-212-5357 or Campsandscoutprograms@ auduboninstitute.org or visit its website at www. auduboninstitute.org/education/programs/scoutprograms for more information.

Other activities still being planned include: God is Love Award activity day, Family of God Award activity day and a weekend retreat for I Live My Faith Award and Mary, the First Disciple Award. Interested adults may email girlscouts@arch-no.org or call the CYO/ Youth & Young Adult Ministry office at 504-227-3221 or contact committee chair Gloria St.Pierre at gloriastpierre@gmail.com

Audubon Zoo Camp Out

Baton Rouge Diocesan

Open to girls, grades 2 – 12

Catholic Committee on Scouting

The Girl Scout Overnight program was designed especially with Girl Scout advancement in mind. Individual Girl Scout units are invited to camp overnight while learning about animals. All Girl Scout leaders, parents, Girl Scouts, and siblings are invited to join in the fun with our Girl Scout Overnight program. The activities include animal encounters, exploring biofacts, snack and a night hike, a hot breakfast and a morning hike through the zoo.

The Baton Rouge Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting (info.ccosbr.net) is a committee affiliated with the Diocese of Baton Rouge serving both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Dedicated to promoting service to God at each level of Girl Scouting, it is affiliated with the National Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts and Camp Fire (www.nccgscf.org) and the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (www.nfcym.org). There are six different awards a Catholic Girl Scout can earn throughout her years in Girl Scouts.

When: Designated Friday or Saturday nights available in the fall or spring. Where: Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA Fee: $40 per person includes security, an evening snack, and breakfast the following morning. Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 70 Contact: Audubon Zoo at 504-861-5103 or bwalken@ AudubonInstitute.org to request a reservation form which must be submitted with a $350 deposit in order to book your overnight. This program operates on a first come, first served basis. A coordinator will contact you to assist with date availability. Visit its website at www.auduboninstitute.org/ education/programs/scout-programs for more information.

Each year the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting holds several events to promote Catholic Scouting. Dates may change so please call to verify dates. All activities are at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Baton Rouge. The annual awards ceremony is set for Sunday, August 25, 2019 from 1 – 4 p.m. Religious Counselor Emblem Trainings are September 16, 2018 or February 10, 2019 from 1 - 5 p.m. A Rosary Program for Girl Scouts in 2nd – 5th grade is September 16, 2018 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and a Bible Patch Program is set for March 10, 2019. Quarterly meetings will be helld beginning October 24, 2018 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. For more information please contact committee secretary Barbara Sicard at 225-769-7781 or chezsic@bellsouth.net or visit their website at info.ccosbr.net.

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BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Safari Night

Common Ground Relief Wetlands Restoration

Open to girls, grades K -12 What goes on at the zoo at night? Safari Night guests get to find out! Safari Night programs are available Friday and Saturday evenings, year-round. Monkeys chatter, wolves howl, and tigers roar as your Safari Guide leads your group on walking tours of different parts of the Baton Rouge Zoo. You’ll learn all about the zoo’s animals through handson activities and animal encounters. The Safari Night program is only available for participants ages 5 and up. All participants receive a Safari Night T-shirt. Enjoy all-day Zoo admission immediately following your Safari Night. A variety of themes are available; call the zoo to receive further information.

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Common Ground Relief owns and operates a tree farm in the Lower Ninth Ward and conducts plantings of trees and marsh grasses for various state and federal agencies. Younger students can assist in seed propagation and butterfly garden care and older students can assist in potting saplings and nursery maintenance projects as half day service events. Older Girl Scouts can assist them with full day projects that involve planting native marsh grasses and bottomland hardwood trees around the Lake Pontchartrain Basin and along the Gulf Coast. Many projects involve boating and canoeing. All Girl Scouts receive an orientation about coastal land loss geared to their specific age group. Visit their wetlands page at www.commongroundrelief. org to preview videos.

When: Planting projects occur from mid-October through July. Contact them to schedule. Time: Half or full day, Monday through Saturday Where: 1800 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, LA Fee: Contact them for details about planting projects Capacity: 20 Registration Instructions: Email wetlands@ commongroundrelief.org.

Where: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807 Fee: $30 per person includes dinner and breakfast. A $150 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. The Zoo accepts Visa and MasterCard. Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 30 Contact: Call the Zoo Education Department at 225-775-3877, option 2. Note: Bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Sleeping accommodations are in the Zoo’s climate-controlled education building with two restrooms.

Blood Buddies Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families

Small Fry’s Cooking

Cooking for Badges Open to girls, grades 2 – 12

Small Fry’s Cooking, LLC provides Cooking for Badges classes that can be scheduled by request at one of their partner facilities, your troop’s location, or public events. They can help you earn a badge or patch or just have a fun time learning and creating in the kitchen! Their classes follow the Healthy Hands Cooking curriculum and are all about fun, food, and facts! Every class begins with an entertaining, interactive nutritional game or activity and follows up with hands-on creation of delicious healthy recipes. They offer a range of 1- and 2-hour snack, breakfast, lunch, and dinner classes as well as 3- and 4-day class series that can be customized to your troop’s needs. Let’s earn some badges together while being empowered with the skills to make healthy food choices and the knowledge to fight the epidemic of childhood obesity!!

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Founded in 1960, the Blood Center serves as the lifesaving link between the donor and the patient. Blood is a vita medical component that cannot be manufactured. It is only through generous donors that blood is made available to patient in need.

When: Classes will be scheduled upon request.

Girl Scouts earn the Blood Buddies patch by: attending a presentation on blood facts, why people need blood and what are the requirements to donating blood; supporting the community blood supply by successfully recruiting two blood donors.

Where: Choices include a partner facility (Crossfit Zachary or Williamsburg Senior Retirement Center, BR), your troop’s location, or a public event. Fee: $12 - $19/Girl Scout depending on length and content of class; includes all supplies and instruction; add-on options available. Capacity: Minimum 5/Maximum 10 Girl Scouts per session— multiple sessions may be scheduled. Contact: Nita Martin at 225-369-9509 or smallfryscooking@gmail. com. A link to class/event request form is located at https://goo.gl/forms/pwK3yGj7hFXLkfP92; website www.healthyinstructor.com/nita.martin; on Facebook @smallfryscooking.

Contact: Paul Adams at BloodDrive@TheBloodCenter.org to learn more about the Blood Buddies program.

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Babysitting Basics Open to girls, ages 11 and older

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Culinary Kids Open to girls, grades K – 12

The EJGH Woman & Newborn Services department invites you to learn an assortment of key babysitting tips. The information presented will include infant and child choking, essentials of childcare, problem behavior, entertaining Ideas, healthy and safe snack/meal choices, and babysitting as a business. The event is designed off of the Cadette Babysitter Badge requirements but is open to all girls, ages 11-14.

Enjoy a custom cooking and kitchen science curriculum to fit your girls’ interests, such as a “hurricane party”—girls are given a pile of ingredients and have to cook it all up since the power is out! Participants learn about food safety and temperatures, being creative, and having fun! Other sessions can include cupcake decorating, cultural foods…anything you like!

When: Scheduled at various times. Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $10 per person Registration Instructions: Health Finder at 504456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information. Participation rosters will be share with Girl Scouts Louisiana East.

When: Any time; please call and schedule date and time. Where: Culinary Kids, 915 Marigny Ave., Mandeville, LA 70448 Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 35 Fee: $16 - $20 per person, includes food they have prepared. Registration Instructions: Call 985-727-5553 or email request to info@culinarykidsns.com. Allow a minimum of two weeks’ notice to create your event. Note: With advance notice, food allergies can be accommodated.

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Safe Sitter©

It’s Great to Be a Girl!

Open to girls, ages 11 and older

Open to girls, ages 9 – 12, and a trusted female adult

Safe Sitter is a national medically accurate child care course developed for girls, 11 to 14, who are ready to learn the skills they need to care for themselves and younger children. This class is taught by registered nurses certified in the Safe Sitter curriculum. The program teaches safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management skills and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. At the conclusion of the of the two-day course, participants will receive a program completion card.

* Sensitive Issues: In order to be contemporary and responsive to girls’ needs and interests, some Girl Scout activities focus on subjects that may be considered sensitive. These subjects include, but are not limited to advocacy projects, work with religious groups, or anything that could yield a political/social debate. Please review the following information so that you are informed of the program content being presented to your daughter. So much happens to a young girl’s body during puberty both emotionally and physically. Learning how their bodies grow, what changes to expect, and how to take care of themselves are valuable lessons for preteens. This seminar, for girls ages 9-12, includes an informal open discussion on self-esteem, self-care, puberty and communication. A brief and simple introduction to the opposite sex is covered. A parent or trusted adult should accompany each preteen. It will be important to continue discussions at home on these topics as each girl will have their own unique situation, story and culture.

When: Scheduled at various times. Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $85 per person Registration Instructions: Health Finder at 504-456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information. Participation rosters will be share with Girl Scouts Louisiana East.

GiST (Girls in STEM at Tulane)

When: Call for scheduled dates and times

Open to girls, grades 5 – 7

Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $20 per person Registration Instructions: Call Health Finder at 504-456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information.

Tulane’s GiST program provides fifth through seventh grade girls with the opportunity to meet and work with female undergraduate, graduate, faculty, and professional role models in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. Workshops developed by faculty and student teams empower students to inquire, investigate, and discover in a positive environment. Their goal is to open the doors wide and welcome young girls to careers in STEM fields by encouraging creative thinking, promoting selfesteem, and increasing awareness of the opportunities in STEM that await them.

When: Saturday, November 3, 2018. Spring GiST event is Saturday, March 30, 2019.

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Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fee: $10 per girl. Please do not mail checks or forms until contacted by email. There are NO REFUNDS. Lunch, snacks, and a t-shirt will be provided. Participants will visit three different labs where they will do workshops in STEM fields. Registration Instructions: Find out more about this program and register online at http://gist. tulane.edu. Registration for the Fall GiST will open in August and the Spring GiST in January. Participants with complete applications including payment and forms will be accepted on a first come/first serve basis. Please see their Groups page if you want more details on how to bring a group of girls to GiST. Contact: Additional information is at http://gist.tulane.edu. Please email gist@tulane.edu with any questions or to bring a group of girls to GiST.

Gem, Mineral, Fossil, and Jewelry Show 2018 Open to girls, grades K - 12, and their families

Greenway Explorers Open to girls, grades K - 8 Explore with the Friends of Lafitte Greenway for an educational and fun excursion on the Lafitte Greenway. Greenway Explorers takes youth on fun, active, and educational excursions into nature in the heart of New Orleans on the Lafitte Greenway. Girl Scouts will use the Greenway as their classroom and a playground to inspire and empower them to become the next generation of environmental stewards. All lessons include play-based learning and team-building games. Topics include: Our Colorful World, Pollinators, the Recycling Brigade, and volunteer projects. For more information, visit www.lafittegreenway.org/explorers

When: Monday - Sunday. Call to set a date and time convenient to your troop. Fee: $3 per girl Capacity: Maximum 60 girls Registration Instructions: Contact Nellie Catzen, program director, at nellie@lafittegreenway.org or 504-702-6778 to schedule your excursion. Note: Participants should dress in comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities; closed toe shoes are recommended. Bring a water bottle, sunblock, bug repellent, etc. Activities are outdoors.

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Dinosaur bones, fossils, minerals, beads and precious gems, Oh My! This 48th annual show offers the “rock hound” and bead and jewelry enthusiast the opportunity to see an array of venders displaying unique specimens of fossils, minerals, quartz crystals, opals, precious gemstones, beads, and dinosaur bones. The children’s section includes grab bags, geode cracking, cabochon cutting, dry pan mining, and much more. See them on Facebook – Gem and Mineral Society of Louisiana

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LOVE Your HEART Fitness Challenge Open to girls, ages 10 – 17 In this interactive, love your HEART fitness session, girls will learn how to exercise and work their hearts by participating in a heart healthy fitness challenge/exercise instruction, which includes a variety of fitness techniques (i.e., yoga, zumba, dance lessons, hula hoops, jump rope, and much more). Each participant will receive a special giveaway compliments of Heart N Hands.

When: Friday, October 19 - Sunday, October 21, 2018 Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday Where: The Alario Center, 2000 Segnette Blvd., Westwego, LA 70094 Fee: Girl Scouts in uniform are free. Adults are $6, kids under 12 are free, and students and military with ID are $3. Contact: Levette Carlos at 504-214-3205 or gemshow2018@gmail. com

When: Contact Heart N Hands directly to schedule your onehour interactive fitness session Fee: $10 per girl, which includes fitness instruction and special giveaway from Heart N Hands Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 30 girls per workshop. They will travel to you. Registration Instructions: Contact Essence Banks at essence@ heartnhands.org for all group registrations to reserve your spot today. Visit www.heartnhands.org for more details. PE/ Fitness attire required. Note: HEART healthy snacks can be provided by Heart N Hands at an additional fee.

Goodwill Good Turn Day Open to girls, grades K – 12 It’s time to do a good turn! Do your family members and neighbors have items collecting dust that might make someone happy to use in their own home? Then participate by collecting donated items and delivering them to Goodwill Collection Centers/Stores on Goodwill Good Turn Day! Participating Girl Scouts will receive a patch from the store at the time of the donation.

When: Saturday, March 2, 2019 Contact: Sabrina Written at 504-456-3926 or swritten@goodwillno.org

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Registration Opens: August 15, 2018 Deadline: Four weeks prior to scheduled fun night. Contact: Ivanov’s Gymnastics at 504-889-9800 or Ivanovs. gymnastics@yahoo.com to check availability or with any questions. Note: Girls should wear comfortable clothes, either a close fitting t-shirt tucked into a pair of shorts or pants with an elastic waistband (no snaps, buttons, buckles, or zippers), or a leotard with or without shorts on top. Hair should be pulled back from the face, and held in place with ponytail holders and/ or small flat barrettes. No large hair ornaments or headbands. Shoes must be worn to enter and leave the gym, but the girls will do all of their activities barefoot. No jewelry should be worn except for stud earrings. Electronic devices should not be brought to the gym.

Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses Open to girls, grades 1 – 8 Herman-Grima Historic House Museum is pleased to offer a full 90-minute workshop on cooking or jewelry making. Both workshops are designed to cover all of the requirements needed to earn the relevant badges. The workshops are conducted on museum property and include a brief tour of the museum and tickets for a complimentary return visit. The cooking workshops can accommodate 5 to 8 girls and our jewelry making workshop can accommodate up to 15 girls.

Who: Cooking Workshop: grades 4-8; Jewelry Workshop: grades 1-8 When: Most weekends and holiday breaks. Where: The Hermann-Grima House, 820 St. Louis St., New Orleans, LA 70112 Fee: $10 per person, one free adult per child. Does not include badges. Registration Instructions: Contact the education department at education@hgghh.org for more information or to register your troop. Note: All visitors should wear closed toed shoes and bring a water bottle for the cooking workshop. The Museum will provide all ingredients, and troop leaders must inform the museum of any allergies.

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Junior Jazzercise Dance Party Open to girls, grades K – 12

Junior Jazzercise is a perfect program to get girls active and learn the importance of healthy living. The program combines fun, easy-to-follow dance moves to popular music, fitness games, and strength training as well as discussions on nutrition and staying fit. Girls will receive a Junior Jazzercise fun patch for participating. Activities overlap Girl Scout badge activities. Refer to corresponding age level Girl Guide for related badges.

Ivanov’s Gymnastics Academy Friday Night Fun Night, Parents Night Out!

When: Call to schedule 1-2 hour sessions. Minimum two weeks’ notice for registration.

Open to girls, ages 5 – 14 Come play and do gymnastics in their wonderful new facility! There will be supervised gymnastics activities on the Bars, Beam, Vault, Floor, and Tumble-Trak, as well as games, music, and fun in the 12,000-square-foot facility. Ivanov’s provides a pizza dinner with non-caffeinated soda. No experience necessary, just bring your smile and the desire to have a great time!

Where: Metairie Center Jazzercise, 3939 Veteran’s Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: $10 per person, includes patch Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 40 Registration Instructions: Contact Jamie Ashby at metairiejazzercise@hotmail.com or call 504-252-0223. Note: Dress comfortably in T-shirt, shorts, etc. Tennis shoes are required. Snacks are allowed. Parking in rear of building.

When: Fridays, September 28, October 19, November 2, and December 14, 2018 Where: Ivanov’s Gymnastics Academy, 800 Webb St., Jefferson, LA 70121 (inside the Big Easy Sportsplex). Webb St. runs behind the McDonald’s, Chick-Fil-A, and Ochsner’s Elmwood Medical Center in Elmwood. Follow Webb St. past all three of these all the way to the dead end.

Jean Lafitte National Park Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Jean Lafitte National Park offers Citizen Science programs which provide opportunities for youth to get hands-on experience gathering data for national and local research projects going on at Barataria Preserve. Participants get to learn about the scientific method and gather data that is available to the public and used in national studies. Learn about the water cycle and do water quality testing or learn about seasonal plant cycles and observe and record data about local plants and climate change.

Fee: $12 per girl when registered with their troop. Fee includes pizza dinner. Capacity: Minimum 40/Maximum 60. If less than 40 children registered at the four-week deadline, troops will be contacted to reschedule. Registration Instructions: Advanced Registration is REQUIRED at least four weeks prior to the scheduled event. Any late registrations will be required to pay a $17 per girl fee. Please complete the GSLE Program Event Registration Form, including roster, and either mail it or bring it to the gym with your troop’s payment. They accept payment either in cash or via check, one total amount for the whole troop. Once registration has been submitted, there will be no refunds or substitutions allowed.

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When: Call to schedule Where: Barataria Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: Contact Lea Schram von Haupt at 504-689-7611, ext. 14, or lea_schramvonhaupt@nps.gov to schedule a program.

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JoAnn Fabric and Craft

Lacombe Heritage Center

Hand Sewing and Quilting

The Nature of Learning

Open to girls, grades 2 – 12

Open to girls, grades 4 - 12

Forget the modern sewing machine and electricity! Learn how and sew or quilt. Students learn how to follow a basic pattern or quilting pattern. All students take home their finished project!

Select any one of these three programs being offered by the Lacombe Heritage Center: The Nature of Learning, which is a hands-on environmental education initiative; Adopt-A-Spot 9/11 Living Memorial Cypress Tree Planting Project to plant bald cypress seedlings in select locations in St. Tammany Parish; and the Bartram Wilderness Adventure Resource Restoration Trail and Blueway, an eco-adventure tourism development project. These three initiatives are interconnected as they supply academic and field instruction in the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, and other locations throughout St. Tammany Parish. Our programs combine learning with practical application.

When: Group projects are scheduled at your convenience. Sessions are two hours in length. Where: JoAnn Fabric and Craft, 7000 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Ste A, Metairie, LA 70003 Fee: Dependent on number of attendees. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 20 Contact: Tashia Brown, Education Coordinator at 504-456-2083.

When: Program are year round. Planting cypress seedlings can only be done in the fall, winter, and spring months. Their programs can be tailored to work within the troops’ availabilities.

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Machine Sewing Classes Open to girls, grades 2 – 12

Where: Lacombe Heritage Center, 29069 Clesi Ave., Lacombe, LA 70445 Fee: Fees may vary depending upon the program content, materials, and number of participants. Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Contact Nature of Learning Project Coordinator, Emma Villemarette at emma.villemarette@usm. edu or 985-377-5434; or Lacombe Heritage Center Coordinator, Tom Aicklen at aicklentom@gmail.com or 985-882-7218. Registration Opens: Cypress Tree Planting registration is open from August through October 2018. No specific deadlines to register. Please call to receive appointment information. The more notice the better. Note: Dress should be appropriate for outdoor activities in the wetland and forest environment, with sunscreen, insect repellent, and first aid. Parking will be available close to the site, but some walking may be required. They will endeavor to have food donated by local businesses, and participants will be notified if successful.

Learn to operate a sewing machine and create your own custom project such as pillow cases, lunch totes, pajama pants, and hat scarves. In this class students will learn the basic operations of a sewing machine, how to thread the machine and fill a bobbin. Students will also learn about different types of fabric and what each fabric is used for along with how to properly cut and piece fabric together to create a finished product to take home. There is no need to bring your own sewing machine or tools. All supplies are included.

When: Group projects are scheduled at your convenience. Sessions are 2 - 4 hours in length. Where: JoAnn Fabric and Craft, 7000 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Ste A, Metairie, LA 70003 Fee: Dependent on project choice Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 6 Contact: Tashia Brown, Education Coordinator at 504-456-2083.

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Piping Class

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Beach Sweep

Students work with a pastry chef to decorate cookies or cupcakes using, butter cream, royal icing or fondant. In this exciting class students will be challenged to learn proper decorating techniques using piping bags, tips and other tools specific to the decorating medium. Projects can be customized based on age/skill level of the troop along with holidays or current season. Each student will take home decorated treats along with basic decorating tools to show off their skills later!

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Help keep our lake and waterways clean by participating in this annual event. The cleanup will be followed by celebration picnics held in several areas, including LPBF’s New Canal Lighthouse. Girl Scouts are always a huge contributor to the annual Beach Sweep, so please come participate and help keep our lake clean for everyone to enjoy year-round!

When: Group projects are scheduled at your convenience. Sessions are two hours in length.

When: Saturday, September 15, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: North and south shores of Lake Pontchartrain, with across the city sweeps of street curbs and storm drains. Registration Instructions: Contact Anne Barrett with Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Education Department at anne@saveourlake.org. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Where: JoAnn Fabric and Craft, 7000 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Ste A, Metairie, LA 70003 Fee: Dependent on number of attendees. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 20 Contact: Tashia Brown, Education Coordinator at 504-456-2083.

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Longue Vue House and Gardens

“Save Our Lake, Save Our Coast”

Cadette Trees Workshop

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8

Come visit the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation at our lighthouse on Lakeshore Drive and earn the LPBF badge! Girls will tour the lighthouse museum and explore the history of the New Canal Lighthouse while learning about its five women keepers of the light. Learn about the Lake Pontchartrain watershed and water quality of the lake through hands-on activities and water sampling. Discover the importance of saving our coast by creating a bead bracelet that represents our multiple lines of defense against hurricanes and storms.

Come visit Longue Vue for a day of exploration and learning with friends! Cadettes will be naturalists for the day while working on tree identification and tree-inspired artwork. Get crafty while exploring the world of trees – to know them is to love them!

When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 OR can be scheduled at other available dates and times. Time: 1-3 p.m. Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 9, 2019 or at least four weeks before a desired workshop date. Note: Cadette Tree badge not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

When: Call to schedule. Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 1 – 3 p.m. Monday-Friday Where: New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, LA Fee: $4 for children 6-12 years old, $6 for children over 12 (group rate). Capacity: Maximum 80 Registration Instructions: Call or email Anne Barrett with LPBF Education Department at 504-836-2238 or anne@saveourlake. org

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Collage Artist Workshop

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Open to girls, grades 6 - 12

Ambassador Photography Workshop

Come explore inspiration, creativity and identity through collage! Girl Scout Seniors will learn multiple collage techniques while experimenting with color, composition, and message. Each girl will leave with three artworks that are uniquely hers. Senior Collage Artist Badge requirements are met in this workshop.

Open to girls, grades 11 – 12 Come visit Longue Vue for an evening of photography and fun with friends! Ambassadors will explore the gardens while learning about composition, motion, and light. Release your inner digital artist surrounded by the inspiration of nature!

When: Saturday, December 9, 2018 OR can be scheduled at other available dates and times.

When: Friday, May 3, 2019

Time: 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Longue Vue, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 girls per workshop Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information. Note: Collage Artist Badge is not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Longue Vue, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 (girls per workshop) Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 5, 2019 or at least four weeks before a desired workshop date. Note: Photography badge not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

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Girl Scout Day

Friendship Flower Garden Workshop

at Longue Vue House and Gardens

Open to girls, grades K – 2

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Come visit the Discovery Garden for a day of exploration, learning, friendship, and fun! Daisies will expand on their Daisy Flower Garden by planting a Friendship Garden and investigating the life of our favorite garden helper – the ladybug! Come explore the world of ladybugs and flowers!

Take a guided tour through the lovely house at Longue Vue and then leisurely explore the gardens. Girl Scouts and Girl Scout adult volunteers will receive special ticket pricing plus go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt while exploring the gardens. Finish the day with a garden-themed craft in the Discovery Garden and complete your visit by picnicking at Longue Vue under somemighty Oaks!

When: Sunday, February 18, 2019 AND can be scheduled at other available dates and times; please call for details.

When: Sunday, November 11, 2018

Time: Workshops are scheduled at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on February 18, 2018 (and can be booked on other available dates). Where: Longue Vue, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registrations required. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check space availability; register over the phone, or for more information. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: February 2, 2019, or at least four weeks before a desired workshop date. Note: A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

Time: Group tours take place each hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $4 per girl, $6 per accompanying adult Capacity: Maximum 20 guests per tour Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com for more information. Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: October 28, 2018 Note: A Longue Vue patch is available at The Shop at Longue Vue for purchase.

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Insect Investigation Workshop

Longue Vue House and Gardens

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3

Gardener Exploration Workshop

Come visit Longue Vue’s Discovery Garden for a day of exploration, investigation, learning, friendship, and fun! Brownies will learn about and explore the world of insects, go on a bug hunt, and create insect-inspired crafts. The Brownie Bug Badge requirements are met in this interactive two-hour workshop. Come be an insect investigator!

Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 Get ready to grow! Visit Longue Vue for a day of friendship and learning as girls explore the basics of garden design and what it takes to plan and plant a garden. Girl Scouts will learn about hardiness zones, soil, plant selection, seed germination, and will take home a seed growing experiment. Come explore the world of gardens! All of the Junior Gardener Badge requirements are met in this interactive two hour workshop.

When: Saturday, October 6, 2018 OR can be scheduled at other available dates and times. Time: 1-3 p.m. Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information. Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: September 8, 2018 or at least four weeks before a desired workshop date. Note: Bug Badge is not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

When: Saturday, September 29, 2018 OR can be scheduled at other available dates and times. Time: 1-3 p.m. Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact Lauren Rouatt at 504-293-4719 or lrouatt@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information. Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: September 1, 2018 or at least four weeks before a desired workshop date. Note: Gardener Badge is not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

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LSU Athletics Patch

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person (15 minimum). Visit www.lasm.org for more information. Capacity: No minimum for participation in BASF Kids’ Lab; 30 maximum per session. Registration Instructions: Please email kidslab@lasm.org for reservations. Registration is also available on a first come, first served basis on the day of each workshop. Visit www.lasm. org for additional details.

Throughout the LSU Athletic season, Girl Scouts have the chance to earn the official LSU Athletics patch! Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to meet studentathletes, coaches and learn the sports by participating in special events. The patch will be awarded to each girl that attends three out of five designated LSU Girl Scout events over the 2018-19 LSU Athletic season at select sporting events. To receive credit toward the patch, all Girl Scouts must sign-in with the marketing department on the day of the event.

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Dino Day

Special classification borders are available to those girls who have already earned the patch!

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Unearth dinosaurs and their prehistoric world through hands-on activities and a special line up of related planetarium shows. Don’t forget to visit the colossal fossil Jason--an authentic 65-millionyear-old triceratops skull. All activities are included in general admission or group rates. Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

Please visit www.LSUsports.net/girlscouts for most up to date information regarding registration instructions and event details for LSU Soccer, Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, Gymnastics, Softball and more! For any other questions please contact promotions@lsu.edu.

When: TBD Summer 2019

Louisiana Art & Science Museum Welcomes Girl Scouts!

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person with 15 minimum Capacity: No minimum or maximum Group Registration: Email reservations@lasm.org Visit www. lasm.org for additional details.

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Located in downtown Baton Rouge on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Art & Science Museum houses changing art exhibitions and a state-of-the-art planetarium, along with galleries including Science Station, Discovery Depot, Solar System, and Ancient Egypt. Be sure to meet our 2,300-year-old mummy and Jason the Triceratops (an authentic 65-million-year-old dinosaur skull) during your visit!

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Engineering Day

Enjoy unlimited planetarium shows, interactive galleries, and any of the hands-on activities listed below for the group admission rate of $6.50 per person (minimum of 15 participants to receive the group rate). Email reservations@lasm.org to customize a learning experience based on your interests and badge requirements. Patches are also available for purchase in the museum store. Family members and friends are also welcome.

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Explore the world of engineering with us at our sixth annual Engineering Day! In partnership with LSU College of Engineering, this fun-filled festival will feature interactive stations showcasing a wide array of engineering and design specialties including robotics, 3D printing, bridge building, electricity, nano science, architecture, chemistry, solar powered cars, medical physics, and more.

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BASF Kids’ Lab Workshops

Enjoy a day of entertaining, educational discovery at the Art and Science Museum as Girl Scouts participate in dynamic demonstrations and hands-on activities designed to make learning about engineering meaningful and relevant. Opportunities will abound for applying the concepts of the engineering process and making interdisciplinary connections in math, science, technology, design, and the arts. This exciting event will also provide Girl Scouts with insight into STEM careers related to engineering, construction, and design.

Open to girls, ages 6 – 12 Explore the wonders of chemistry in these hands-on science workshops sponsored by BASF and offered at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum on the second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays of every month! Each 45-minute, instructor-led workshop offers fun, engaging chemistry experiments such as Chemistry is Bananas, Playful Polymers, The Rainbow Connection, The “pHun” Factor, A Hair-Raising Experiment, Energy Loves Produce, Hold Everything, and Happy Hands; activities change monthly. All participants will receive a lab apron, safety glasses, and a cool backpack. At least one adult is required for every four child participants.

When: Date TBD Spring 2019 Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person with a 15 minimum. Visit www.lasm.org for more information. Contact: Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@lasm.org

When: Second and fourth weekends of each month Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Sundays at 1:30 and 3 p.m.

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Engineer It: Dream Big

National Astronomy Day

Open to girls, ages 6 – 12

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Discover how today’s engineers are inspiring the world at our “Engineer It: Dream Big” mini-workshops, featuring participatory activities with the American Society of Civil Engineers along with special showings of Dream Big: Engineering Our World in the planetarium. Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

Join the Louisiana Art & Science Museum in a celebration of the fascinating science of astronomy. Experience a variety of astronomy-related activities for all ages, including hands-on stations and special planetarium shows at this annual event. Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

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When: Saturday, May 11, 2019

Time: 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person with 15 minimum. Visit www.lasm.org for more information. Registration Instructions: Troops planning to attend as a group of 15 or more can contact Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@ lasm.org for group rates/reservations. Otherwise, no reservation or registration is needed to attend; pay admission at the door and enjoy the event. Note: Visit www.lasm.org for updates.

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Hands-On Happenings Open to girls, grades K – 12 On the first Saturday of every month, visitors of all ages are invited to get creative and make a work of art. The project themes are each related to an exhibition currently on display.

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Planetarium Family Hour and Stargazing

When: First Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person. Capacity: No minimum/maximum 30 Registration Instructions for groups: Email educators@lasm. org. Registration for individuals: Participation on a first come, first served basis on the day of each workshop. Visit www.lasm. org for additional details.

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Young astronomers and their families are invited to gather around the “camp fire” to learn about stars, constellations and other objects that can be found in the local night sky. This interactive presentation is followed by a featured family hour planetarium show.

When: Every Saturday at 10 - 11 a.m. Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person with 15 minimum. Visit www.lasm.org for more information. Registration Instructions: Troops planning to attend as a group of 15 or more can contact Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@ lasm.org for group rates/reservations. Otherwise, no reservation or registration is needed to attend; pay admission at the door and enjoy the event. Note: Visit www.lasm.org for updates.

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Miss Trudy’s Traveling Trunk Show Open to girls, grades K – 2 Sing, dance, and share stories with Miss Trudy in this entertaining, interactive program that explores the art and science of the seasons. Meet special puppet friends, Sheldon the Sheepdog and Frederick the Mouse, and discover the amazing surprises that can always be found in Miss Trudy’s Trunk! Enjoy a different show each season, and then visit the museum’s hands-on galleries, especially Discovery Depot, for crafts and creative play. Siblings of all ages are welcome.

When: Every Saturday Time: 11 a.m. Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $6.50/person. Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

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Mad Science

World’s Fair

STEM Workshops

Open to girls, grades K – 9

Open to girls, grades K - 6

The Children’s World Fair is a celebration of various cultures and a chance to embark on an exciting trek all in one day! This event is also an inter-generational celebration of cultural diversity in the contributions of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). While on your expedition, you will experience an international exhibition of crafts, hands-on projects, activities, music, literature, native attire, and food from many regions of the world.

Mad Science is on a mission to spark the imagination of children everywhere with exciting, live, interactive programs that instill a clear understanding of what science is really about, and how it affects the world around us. Mad Science is proud to offer a large selection of STEM workshops. Choose one of their existing science themes or allow them to customize one to meet badge requirements. All programs are led by highly qualified instructors using unique equipment and are performed at the location of your choice! Additionally, workshops include: exciting demonstrations that introduce scientific phenomena; concept illustrations through physical expression that engage students with the material through body movement; hands-on activities that encourage students to become the scientists; take-home tool of science exploration reinforcing the lesson and continuing experimentation at home.

Typically, the event engages over 1,000 explorers who will travel around the world with them, with proceeds providing critical support to the Louisiana Children’s Museum’s hands-on exhibits, educational programs, and fun, safe, and meaningful learning opportunities for the children of this region.

When: Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 12 - 4:30 p.m. Where: Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: $15 per girl, troop leader and/or parent, when purchased in advance. One commemorative patch will be provided for each Girl Scout attending. Registration Instructions: Only one order per troop. Tickets must be purchased by March 15, 2019, in order to receive this special rate. Order tickets by mailing or faxing the Girl Scout Form into LCM, or by calling Kathleen Ledet, Special Events Manager, at 504-266-2415. Please call 504-266-2415 or email kledet@lcm.org with any questions.

When: One-hour workshops are scheduled at your convenience. Call to schedule. Where: They bring their science lab to your meeting location. Capacity: Maximum 25 Fee: $190 for workshop, which includes all materials and instruction. Registration Instructions:: Call 504-345-2602 or email info@ madsciencesela.com to register. For more information, please visit us at www.madscience.org/sela

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Hand-building Pottery Class

Girl Scouts Field Trip: Photography for Girl Scouts

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Girl Scouts will learn basic and primitive sculpting techniques for making utilitarian vessels from clay. Girl Scouts can earn a badge with the pottery techniques learned. Three pieces of pottery will be made, glazed and fired in a kiln.

Open to girls, ages 10 – 12 Snapping and sharing a photo has never been easier. Girl Scouts can use photographs to capture family memories, good times with friends, and selfies. Photography also allows Girl Scouts a chance to be creative and express their imagination using photographic elements such as lighting, composition, depth, color, and content. Going far beyond taking the ubiquitous selfie, in this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn to take expressive photographs, edit them, and present them as objects of art using a variety of Microsoft products and devices.

When: Call to schedule a date and time. Where: Louisiana Pottery, 6470 Hwy. 22, Sorrento, LA 70778 (located in the Historic Cajun Village, off I-10, exit #182) Fee: $30 per Girl Scout, $35 for non-Girl Scouts. Capacity: Minimum 6 per class. The classroom can comfortably fit 15 students. For larger groups, classes can be staggered. While one group is in class, the other group can tour the Cajun Village and see their live alligators. There is also a coffee house where café au lait and beignets are available. Contact: Call Judy Starrett at Louisiana Pottery at (225) 675-5572 to schedule an event.

At the end of this 90-minute workshop, participants will: work through a variety of activities necessary to obtain a Digital Photographer Badge; learn about the history of photography and the development of cameras; understand composition and make amazing photo edits using a SurfacePro and Windows 10; play new games on Xbox360 and have a blast trying new activities on the latest available apps and Microsoft devices.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time. Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002

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Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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Girl Scout Field Trip: Salesmanship and Public Speaking

YouthSpark Camp: Code and Create with Collage Me

Open to girls, ages 12 – 14

Open to girls, ages 8 – 12+

Give your Girl Scouts the power to write and the confidence to address a crowd in public. Public speaking is rarely a favorite, easy, or fun task, but it can be! With the skills and tips offered in our 2-hour workshop, you will work through a variety of ageappropriate activities necessary to obtain a Cadette Public Speaker Badge.

Learn how to code in this hands-on programming camp. During the free, two-hour camp, girls will work in a real software development environment, gaining experience with Touch Develop. Participants will use their creativity and imagination to develop a unique personal collage that can be shared with family and friends.

A confident speaker has the skills to connect with an audience, to persuade them or to share an experience. Those who can be themselves while speaking self-assuredly to one person—or a crowd—will benefit from this important life skill.

At the end of this camp, participants will: have increased confidence in their technical and coding skills; improve their computational and creative thinking; read and understand code in the Touch Develop environment; create and publish a coded script containing a personal collage. It is recommended that each girl bring her own set of headphones for an optimal experience.

Participants will conduct an interview of a salesperson, use their favorite Microsoft products to search for a presentation topic and create a unique PowerPoint presentation as a visual aid. With a Dance off Challenge on Xbox for good measure, Girl Scouts will be much more comfortable sharing their reasoned thoughts with a crowd.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time. Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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Minecraft Hour of Code Open to girls, ages 8+ Girls can save the day and program Minecraft mobs how to behave in our free, 90-minute Minecraft Hour of Code. Participants will learn coding concepts such as randomness, entities, loops and events. No previous coding experience is required.

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Make Your Own Story with PowerPoint and Word Open to girls, ages 6 – 8+

Participants will also learn: how computers perform instructions in a sequence; how to create a list of instructions to complete a task; and how to iterate on solutions to complete a task.

In this free, hands-on, two-hour camp, girls will learn how to create and tell a story using Microsoft PowerPoint and Word. They will explore using drawing tools, selecting and sizing images and icons, creating backgrounds and changing fonts. Activities will focus on learning through hands on guided experiences and collaborative learning in small groups.

At the end of the camp, participants will: be familiar with key tools in PowerPoint and Word; feel confident using a Surface Device and Pen; create an original story with text and images in a small group.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time. Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002

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New Orleans Botanical Garden

Computer Expert Badge

Painting

Open to girls, ages 8 - 14

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3

In this two-hour workshop, girls will work through a variety of the exciting activities necessary to obtain a Computer Expert Badge*. Participants will get hands-on experience with the latest apps and devices from Microsoft to discover the versatility of computers, learn Internet safety and lots more!

Ready to paint?! Visit the Botanical Garden for a day of creativity, imagination, and fun as you complete the requirements for the Brownie Painting Badge. Girl Scouts will meet a local artist or view local work, paint a self-portrait or landscape, make their own puff paint, use garden materials to create their own paint brushes and add to a group mural! All requirements for the Brownie Painting Badge are met during this workshop.

From using Bing to conduct research and plan an adventure, to creating a photo presentation for their friends, Girl Scouts will feel empowered to use their new skills with their troop and in the classroom.

When: Call or email to schedule. Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 - 3 p.m. Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Contact Lindsay Kirsch 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@ nocp.org for more information. Note: Painting Badge is not included.

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Outdoor Art Creator

YouthSpark Camp: Create Digital Art with Fresh Paint

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Come explore and let your inner artist be inspired by the New Orleans Botanical Garden. During this workshop Girl Scouts will go on a nature walk, make a garden-inspired gift, dance or make music outdoors, take some photographs or create their own picture, and design something from nature. All requirements for the Brownie Outdoor Art Creator Badge are met during this workshop.

Open to girls, ages 8 – 12 In this free, hands-on, two-hour camp, girls will learn to create and share their own digital art with the Fresh Paint app for Windows 10. They’ll explore the basics of Fresh Paint, using lifelike oil and watercolors, pastels, and more to craft their own creations. They’ll also get a sneak peek of advanced digital art skills like mixing paint and layering media.

When: Call or email to schedule.

At the end of the camp, participants will: be familiar with the creative possibilities of digital drawing and painting; have experience with the Fresh Paint layout and tools; create original artwork and share it with peers; learn how to share their art with the swipe of a finger

Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 - 3 p.m. Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Contact Lindsay Kirsch 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@ nocp.org for more information. Note: Outdoor Art Explorer Badge is not included.

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Outdoor Art Explorer Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 Come visit the New Orleans Botanical Garden to create and explore! Have fun with friends while you make a garden-inspired painting, play and experiment with salt dough, find music in nature, complete a photography assignment, and explore outdoor art design. All requirements for the Junior Outdoor Art Explorer Badge are met during this workshop.

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When: Call or email to schedule.

For Brownie Troops

Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Contact Lindsay Kirsch 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@ nocp.org for more information. Note: Outdoor Art Explorer Badge is not included.

• Girl Scouts will work towards earning the Painting Badge by touring the museum and discussing how different artists portray ‘the real world’ around them. An art activity focusing on landscape painting will follow the tour.

For Junior Troops • Girl Scouts will work towards earning the Drawing Badge by touring the museum and discussing the variety of media that artists use to draw. An art activity focusing on different techniques of drawing, including shading and perspective will follow the tour.

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Computer Science Workshops

When: Check the museum’s website at www. ogdenmuseum.org for hours of operation.

Open to girls, grades K – 8 NOLA_CODE provides age appropriate instruction in computer science, circuitry, and robotics. Participants leave the program with a concrete understanding of how they can explore their unique interests through computer science.

Where: Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: $75 which includes a tour and art activity for up to 10 Girl Scouts. Two adults per troop admitted free. Additional Girl Scouts are $7.50 each. Additional adults are $11 each. Contact: Ellen Balkin, Education Manager at 504-539-9608 or ebalkin@ogdenmuseum.org to book a Girl Scout group tour or for more information.

When: Call to set a date and time convenient to your troop. Where: TBD (in the New Orleans Central Business District) Fee: $15 per girl (includes NOLA_CODE T-Shirt, swag, and snack) Capacity: Minimum 7/Maximum 15 Registration Instructions: Email Élan Jones at info@nolacode. org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243. Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

P.R.A.Y. https://www.praypub.org/ Open to girls, grades K – 12 Programs of Religious Activities with Youth (P.R.A.Y.) is a non-profit organization aimed at fostering the Christian growth of children, youth, and families through churches and youth serving agencies. Its national board of directors includes representatives from Protestant and Independent Christian Churches and the national youth agencies.

Ogden Museum of Southern Art Open to girls, grades K – 12 The Ogden Museum of Southern Art invites Girl Scouts of all ages to participate in a special tour followed by an art-making activity. During each two-hour program, Girl Scouts will explore the world of Southern art, while working towards the completion of a variety of badges. Badges are not provided by the Ogden Museum.

Girl Scouts encourages girls to grow in their religious beliefs by earning Religious Recognitions offered by their faith communities and by earning the My Promise, My Faith pin, which helps a girl deepen the connection between the Girl Scout Law and her faith.

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While GSUSA is a secular organization, Girl Scouts has always encouraged girls to take spiritual journeys via their faiths’ religious recognitions. Girl Scouts recognizes that religious instruction must come from the family and faith community.

Leaders may choose one of the following programs focusing on character-building concepts required to earn each of the Daisy Petals below. • Clover’s Petal — Girl Scouts tour the Museum and discuss artwork, focusing on how artists can use resources wisely. An art activity focusing on collage technique will follow the tour. • Sunny’s Petal — Girl Scouts tour the Museum and discuss how to be friendly and helpful in the Museum environment as well as the art studio. An art activity focusing on collaborative mural-making will follow the tour.

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Premier Lanes Entertainment Center

Steamboat NATCHEZ

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families

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Premier Lanes are the newest, unique activity center for all ages located in Gonzales, LA. They offer upscale bowling in a family center with security, VIP area for special parties, company events, birthdays, Girl Scouts and sport team events, plus a 65game arcade with latest in bumper cars and the only laser maze in the state. Amenities include an exciting restaurant and bar and recently added Malco 11 Screens Movie Theatre. Premier Lanes offers bowling and arcade packages for Girl Scouts, qualifying them for the Bowling fun patch offered in the council shop.

All aboard the Steamboat Natchez for a tour that earns you the River Heritage Patch! The tour of the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi lasts about 20 minutes, and the remainder of the cruise enables girls to enjoy the historical and port narration, the riverbank scenery, and jazz trio. Before each cruise is a steam calliope concert, which is an instrument used to draw people to the city from the outlying farms before radio, TV and internet. It’s just a step back in time.

When: The two-hour cruises run seven days a week, at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Girl Scouts may arrange to come any day. Where: Toulouse Street & the Mississippi River, French Quarter, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: Call for Girl Scout participant rate. Capacity: Minimum 3 Girl Scouts/No maximum Registration Instructions: Advance ticket purchasing will enable their staff to provide a guided tour of the boat and a River Heritage Patch for each Girl Scout. Reservations are recommended seven days in advance. Contact: Call 504-569-1481 or 800-233-2628.

When: Weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or weekends before 2 p.m. Where: Premier Lanes Entertainment Center, 1414 N. Airline Highway, Gonzales, LA 70737 Fee: The Girl Scout bowling package starts at $6.50 per person, and may increase based on activities/food selection. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 125 Registration Instructions: Contact the Premier Lanes sales and event office from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 225-621-2695. Their website is www.premierlanes.net.

WWII Air, Sea & Land Festival 2018 Open to girls, grades K - 12

R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

As a part of WWII Air, Sea & Land Festival, Friday, October 12, will be a special Student Day with free admission for student groups like Girl Scout troops. Troop members will take part in activities focused on both the history and science of flight as they learn about what it took to keep iconic aircraft like these soaring overhead. The ‘Sea & Land’ portion of the event includes tours of America’s only WWII Patrol Torpedo Boat, PT-305, and tanks, halftracks, and jeeps from the Museum’s collection.

Girl Scouts for Football Open to girls, grades K – 12 The R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl is inviting all Girl Scouts to come out on the field to watch pre game warm ups and address the American Flag during the National Anthem! The bowl game features the champion of the Sun Belt Conference against a representative from Conference USA. During the game participating troops will be recognized on the stadium and message board system.

When: Friday, October 12 – Sunday, October 14, 2018 (festival), student day is Friday.

When: Saturday, December 15, 2018

Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: New Orleans Lakefront Airport, 6001 Stars and Stripes Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70126 Fee: Friday, October 12 is free for Girl Scout troops that register by Friday, October 5. Discounted group rates will be available for pre-registered troops on Saturday and Sunday. Please email baylie.albus@nationalww2museum.org for more information. Registration Instructions: Send an email to baylie.albus@ nationalww2museum.org to begin the registration process or for more information. Note: Girl Scout uniforms or t-shirts are encouraged. Special Opportunity: The National WWII Museum is in search of Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors to participate in the daily parade at the WWII Air, Sea & Land Festival. Availability is limited. Please email shelbie.johnson@ nationalww2museum.org for more information.

Time: 8 p.m. Where: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA 70112 Fee: All Girl Scouts and three leaders get in for free! Parents, family, and friend tickets are only $12.65 (price includes all taxes and fees). Registration Instructions: Register online at www.Fevo. me/girlscoutsnola. Tickets along with detailed game day information will be mailed to the troop leader during the second week in December. For any additional questions please contact Craig Forshag at CForshag@gnosf.org or 504525-5678. Contact: Craig Forshag at Craig@NewOrleansBowl.org for more information. Please send him your email address to be added to the email list. Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

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Woodlands Conservancy

questions. Please contact them at least three weeks in advance of your preferred trip date. Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

Guided Nature Hikes Open to girls, grades K - 12 Explore the plants, animals, insects and other wildlife found in a forested wetland on a guided hike with Woodlands Conservancy naturalists. Learn how to conserve local forests and waterways while working towards nature and outdoor related badges. Hikes can be tailored to meet requirements for different scout levels or linked to tree planting, water quality testing, or trail-clean-up service projects.

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Owl Prowl Hikes Open to girls, grades K -12 Experience the forest after dark on a hike guided by Woodlands Conservancy naturalists. Join them to learn legends and facts about owls and other nocturnal wildlife, dissect owl pellets, and then venture into the forest to look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bring a Flashlight and a sense of adventure!

They recommend their hikes for Girl Scout Brownies working towards Bugs, Hiker, and Outdoor Adventurer Badges, their Water Journey for Girl Scout Juniors working towards their Animal Habitats badge and for Girl Scout Cadettes working towards their Trees badge.

This program is open to Girl Scouts of all ages and may be especially relevant for Cadettes earning their Night Owl Badge.

When: Hikes scheduled upon request, weekdays after 5 p.m. Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Email info@woodlandsconservancy. org or call 504-433-4000 for scheduling, information and questions. Please contact them at least three weeks in advance of your preferred trip date. Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes, bring a flashlight, and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

When: Hikes scheduled upon request; weekdays and weekends, 9 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m. Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Email info@woodlandsconservancy. org or call 504-433-4000 for scheduling, information and

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Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards Remember, your Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award projects should have strong elements of advocacy, education and sustainability. Advocacy: “Are you raising awareness of an issue within your community?” Education: “Are you letting others within your community know how they can help combat this issue?” Sustainability: “Is your project legacy continuing after you have completed your project?” For more help and guidelines concerning these awards and the take action projects associated with them, be sure to explore the Frequently Asked Questions document on our website along with all the forms you will need to complete and turn into council for project approval. Each year in our council over 100 girls earn Girl Scout’s highest awards for their individual program level. As girls progress through their projects they gain insight into the world around them, learn goal setting, and increase their self-esteem by completing tasks and assignments they may have thought impossible only a year before. To learn more about these awards and GSUSA and council requirements, visit our website at www.gsle.org. The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest award a registered Girl Scout Junior can achieve. This leadership adventure will offer you and your team the opportunity to develop more confidence, meet new people, and have fun while making a difference toward issues that are important to you! When you make the decision to earn your Girl Scout Bronze Award, these are the steps you’ll take: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Go on a Girl Scout Junior journey. Build your Girl Scout Junior team. Explore your community. Choose your Girl Scout Bronze Award project. Make a plan. Put your plan in motion. Spread the word!

For more information about the Girl Scout Bronze Award and to download the girl guidelines, go to www.gsle.org/bronzeaward

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Make a plan and put it into motion. Reflect, share your story, and celebrate!

For more information about the Girl Scout Silver Award and to download the girl guidelines, go to www.gsle.org/silver-award The process of earning the Girl Scout Gold Award—the highest award a Girl Scout Senior or Girl Scout Ambassador can earn—puts you in a unique position to take action in your community to make the world a better place. You will be joining the ranks of generations of young women who have made a difference in their communities both locally and globally. Fulfilling the requirements for the Girl Scout Gold Award starts with completing two Senior or Ambassador journeys or having earned the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador journey, along with the following steps:

Gold Award final reports are due by March 15, 2019 in order to be recognized at the council’s Gold Award Ceremony to be held in or around June 2019.

Highest Awards Orientation Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their leader or guardian

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Choose an issue: Use your values and skills to identify a community issue you care about.

Event Code: HA9101 When: Sunday, November 4, 2018 (see page 18)

When you earn the Girl Scout Silver Award – the highest award a registered Girl Scout Cadette can earn – you have an opportunity to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community. When you make the decision to earn your Girl Scout Silver Award, these are the steps you’ll take:

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Investigate: Research everything you can about the issue.

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Get help: Invite others to support and take action with you.

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Create a plan: Create a project plan that achieves sustainable and measureable impact. Present your proposal and plans to the council to receive approval as well as feedback and advice.

Event Code: HA9401 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018 (see page 18)

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Take action: Take the lead to carry out your plan.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 21, 2019

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Educate and inspire: Share what you have experienced with others.

Event Code: HA9402 When: Saturday, February 16, 2019 (see page 18)

Do you see issues in your neighborhood or school and have a desire to make it better?

Go on a Girl Scout Cadette journey. Identify issues you care about. Build your Girl Scout Silver Award team or decide to go solo. 4. Explore your community. 5. Pick your Take Action project. 6. Develop your project.

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Event Code: HA9102 When: Saturday, February 2, 2019 (see page 18)

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: February 9, 2019

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2018-2019 PRODUCT PROGRAM INFORMATION Participating in the council-sponsored fall product and cookie programs teaches girls the five essential skills of goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics, as well as providing much needed financial support for troops and the council. The proceeds from these sales enable girls to fund their activities as well as provide for upkeep of council properties, adult learning, and other council-wide initiatives. In order to participate in money-earning activities, a girl must be a registered member of Girl Scouts. All age levels, including Daisies, may participate in the sales. Participation is voluntary.

FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM Is your Girl Scout troop interested in a money earning activity that’s easy, provides startup funds for the troop right away, and offers customers a variety of delicious yet inexpensive items to purchase? The council’s Fall Product Sale of nuts, candies, magazines, and address booklets is September 21 - October 21, with a theme of Speak Up, Lead the Way. Ashdon Farms/QSP, the licensed Girl Scout vendor, has even prepared a lot of fun activities for Girl Scouts of all ages to enjoy. The Fall Product Program is a “Friends and Family Campaign” which means no door-to-door or booth sales. Sixteen different products for sale (ranging from $5 to $10) are being offered, including a collectible Girl Scout vintage camera tin filled with mint treasures, as well as products such as Honey Roasted Mixed Nuts with Peanuts offered in a 16 ounce plastic jar. All orders are prepaid, and the troop earns $1 for every food item sold and 15% for online items. This year’s community service project gives customers the option to purchase Honey-Roasted Peanuts to be shipped overseas to our military troops! When a girl sells five items for the troops, she will earn a patch. As the girls participate in the sale they will earn troop proceeds and individual girl sellers will receive incentives ranging

from the interlocking patches, plush animals, and much more. Visit the website at www.gsle.org to view recognitions, products, and for additional information.

Check out the... Online Nut Store As part of the QSP Online Program, emails to friends and family will include the option for customers to order, pay for and have nuts and candy delivered to their homes/ business. All 25 Girl Scout nut, candy and chocolate items will be available as well as five corporate gift items. Girl Scouts Louisiana East features the 16 most popular items on the order card. Troops earn proceeds for every item sold online with sales being reported on the Girl’s Online Sales Report.

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In Girl Scouting we encourage girls to do big things while working on an issue they care about. Take Action projects, along with the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards, address the root cause of an issue, towards which girls come up with sustainable, longlasting solutions. These projects strive to make the world a better place for more people for a much longer time. Take Action projects will be shared with customers through online emails, and you can even ask for a customer’s assistance to help reach your goals. Also, girls and troops will be able to view each other’s projects via a GSLE council Take Action Storyboard.

Adult Learning Sessions Service Unit Fall Product Program Manager Training This learning session helps to prepare service unit product sales managers, service unit managers, and area product sales managers for the upcoming Girl Scout Fall Product Program. Training includes product information, required paperwork, and yes, product tasting.

Course No.: FALL18 When: Saturday, August 25, 2018, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: St. John Parish Library, 2920 Hwy 51, LaPlace, LA 70068 Registration Instructions: Register online through eBiz at www.gsle.org/ebiz under the Activities tab. Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2252.

Fall Product Troop Training Webinar options available only This year’s fall training is being offered to you via webinars. The webinar format allows you to access the information from a computer or mobile device that is intended to accommodate your schedule. Trainings cover how the sale works, product information, required paperwork, incentives, and more. This training is an alternative for troops that cannot attend their local service unit training.

WEBINAR When: Tuesday, August 28; Thursday, August 30; Tuesday, September 4, 11; or Thursday, September 6, 13, 2018, 6 to 8 p.m. Registration Instructions: Register online for the webinar training of your choice through the eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz, under the Activities tab. Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2252.

Fall Product Dates: Friday, September 21 – Sunday, October 21, 2018 – Orders taken Wednesday, November 14 – Saturday, November 17, 2018 – Girls deliver the orders. Since the money is pre-collected, the troop receives their proceeds immediately. Who: Girl Scout Daisies – Ambassadors registered by September 14, 2018, for the 2019 membership year.

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COOKIE PROGRAM Cookie Rookie Training

INSPIRE, IMAGINE, INNOVATE! Today’s Girl Scout is more than a thinker: She’s a doer, a dreamer of ideas, creator of solutions, and a believer in herself. This year’s Cookie Program theme captures the spirit of this creative, proactive girl! It incites her to take action, and encourages her to make her dreams a reality.

Is this your first time in the cookie program? If so, this is the class for you! Receive an in-depth introduction to the Cookie program and learn the tools of success for your troop. Even if you have already participated in the cookie program, and would like a refresher course, please join us.

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Course: ROOKE1 & ROOKE3 When: Tuesday, December 4 or Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Friday, January 11, 2019 Cookie pre-order begins Sunday, January 27, 2019 Cookie pre-order ends Saturday, February 16, 2019 Girls may begin delivering cookies Friday, February 22 – Sunday, March 10, 2019 Booth Sales at various locations

Time: 6 – 8 p.m. Where: GSLE Corporate Headquarters, New Orleans

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Course No.: ROOKE2 & ROOKE4 When: Thursday, December 6 or Thursday, December 13, 2018

National Cookie Weekend is February 22-24! Note: An online Cookie Finder to booth locations is available at www. girlscoutcookies.org and as a smart phone mobile app. Enter your zip code to find the booth sale closest to you! Booth Sales are a great way to increase sales at the troop level! Price: Cookies are $4 a box upon delivery, with eight delicious varieties. A Gluten-free cookie will also be offered for $5. Who: Girl Scout Daisies – Ambassadors registered by December 14, 2018.

Adult Learning Sessions Cookie Management Training We have an exciting line-up at this year’s Cookie training, including meeting our cookie partner, ABC Bakers, and seeing all the additional new things in store for the 2019 Cookie Program! Open to Area Cookie Managers, Service Unit Cookie Managers, Cupboard Managers, and Cookie Rally Directors. Course No.: DDD003 When: Saturday, November 10, 2018

Time: 6 – 8 p.m. Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, Baton Rouge.

Smart Cookie U! Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 You’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with successful businesswomen from the community, as you enhance your business and financial knowledge while boosting your self-esteem and leadership skills. Seniors and Ambassadors will also get the chance to take a tour of a college campus! Smart Cookie U is a fun way to put your new-found skills into practice as you prepare for the largest, girl-led business in the country: the Girl Scout Cookie Program!

Event Code: UNIV19 When: Saturday, January 5, 2019

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $10, which will include a lunch, program materials. Registration Opens: Now Deadline: November 2, 2018 Registration Instructions: Register online through the eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz, under the Activities tab. Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext 2252.

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Nicholls State University, 906 E. 1st St., Thibodaux, LA 70301 Note: Senior, Ambassador, and adult volunteers are needed for Smart Cookie U. Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2252.

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Annual Family Giving Campaign The Annual Family Giving Campaign is an opportunity for families and friends of Girl Scouts to make a financial contribution directly benefiting our girls. As a member of our Girl Scout family, you know how important Girl Scouting is to our girls, their families, and the community. Girls need a place where they can just be girls — having fun, making friends, and feeling safe. Girl Scouting provides girls with the skills to face daily challenges and make sound decisions that affect them today and in the future.

2018 - 2019 Annual Family Giving Campaign - TWO Council Events!

Your gift to our Annual Family Giving Campaign stays right here in our council and helps provide:

New, beginning this year, GSLE is offering two Events to support the Annual Family Campaign. In addition to the many wonderful events that troops and service units conduct, both of these events are also a great way to ensure that all girls who want to be a part of Girl Scouts are able to do so. Please know that any size gift is appreciated and will make a difference.

Maintenance for camp and program facilities that provide a safe environment for learning and growing. Financial assistance for girls who might otherwise not be able to participate in Girl Scouts. Training, support and resources for your daughter’s troop leaders. Council programs for girls of all ages where they can discover new ideas and activities, connect with others, and take action to make the world a better place. From the 2017-2018 AFG Campaign: we paid over $10,000 in repairing or replacing roofs at Camp Marydale, purchased new tents and tarps for Camp Covington and Camp Whispering Pines, paid over $15,000 for spillway repairs at Camp Whispering Pines and awarded $10,000 in membership and Resident Camp assistance.

The 2018-2019 Girl Scouts Louisiana East Goal is $41,000

If your troop or service unit is not planning an Annual Family Giving event, please consider attending one or all of regional events listed below. All registration fees for these events will be credited to the service unit number you indicate on your Eventbrite registration.

Every Service Unit has an Annual Family Giving Goal, please check your AFG Chair for your goal!

When your Service Unit achieves its goal, the Service Unit will be: Rewarded… Service Units will receive a Unit Fees Waived certificate to apply to one Service Unit encampment at either Camp Covington, Camp Marydale, or Camp Whispering Pines. AFG Certificates value, $200 - $600 depending on Camp selected! (All other fees apply, i.e. activity and facilitator fees, food, etc.) Recognized!... At the annual Adult Meeting & Recognition event, on our social media pages, and listed on the council website. Your Service Unit will also meet the criteria for the fund development portion of the President’s Award.

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Congratulaions to the following Service Units who achieved their 2017-2018 Annual Family Giving Campaign goals. SU 101 Baker/Zachary/East Feliciana SU 110 Baton Rouge - Park Ridge/ Woodlawn SU 111 Baton Rouge - Valleydale SU 118 Baton Rouge - South Highlands SU 121 Baton Rouge - Bluebonnet SU122 Denham Springs/Walker/ Watson SU 131 Prairieville SU 216 St. Charles Parish

SU 217 St. John Parish/St. James Parish SU 267 Lafourche SU 380 Covington/Franklinton/ Bogalusa SU 381 Mandeville SU 382 Ponchatoula/Hammond/ Amite/Greensburg SU 401 Metairie SU 408 Metairie/Kenner SU 415 Metairie/River Ridge SU 444 Bridge City/Marrero

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Happy birthday, Juliette Low! Join us for our - first at Camp Marydale- Fall Festival and birthday celebration for the original J. Lo! Activities include: face painting, hayrides, canoeing and kayaking, archery, and SWAPS. Please bring a picnic lunch or purchase your lunch at the Camp Marydale Dining Hall. Your registration also includes one duck that may be the winning duck who will swim to victory! The race will be divided into heats with all winners receiving prizes before racing for the grand prize: $250 of Girl Scout Duck Dough OR a $100 AMEX gift card! Winners need not be present to win. Proceeds from the Duck Derby will benefit the GSLE Camp of your choice, and your

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JLow Birthday Bash and Duck Derby At Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Happy birthday, Juliette Low! Join us for our annual Fall Festival and birthday celebration for the original J. Lo! Activities include: face painting, hayrides, rock wall, canoeing and kayaking, archery, and SWAPS. Please bring a picnic lunch or purchase your lunch at the Camp Dining Hall. Your registration also includes one duck that may be the winning duck who will swim to victory! The race will be divided into heats with all winners receiving prizes before racing for the grand prize: $250 of Girl Scout Duck Dough OR a $100 AMEX gift card! Winners need not be present to win. Proceeds from the Duck Derby will benefit the GSLE Camp of your choice, and your adoption/donation will be applied to your community’s Annual Family Giving goal, too!

adoption/donation will be applied to your community’s Annual Family Giving goal, too!

When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Duck Derby begins at 11 a.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $25 per family or a maximum group of 5. Registration Instructions: An online event registration link can be accessed at www.gsle. org/duck-derby-marydale Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 13, 2018 Staff Support: Jill Pollard at jpollard@gsle.org or 504-3555871.

When: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Duck Derby begins at 11 a.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Fee: $25 per family or a maximum group of 5. Registration Instructions: An online event registration link can be accessed at www.gsle.org/duck-derby-cwp Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 20, 2018 Staff Support: Jill Pollard at jpollard@gsle.org or 504-355-5871.

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Resident Camp NEWS for Summer 2019 “Camp Life is the BEST Life” 2019 Registration process updates: Cookie Dough and GSLE Gift Cards can be used to pay the balance owed via telephone call to Customer Care (all balances paid in full by May 15, 2019).

Open House at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Come to Camp Marydale and see all that it has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the units your camper may stay in during the summer, the programs that are available, and meet some of the resident camp staff. No preregistration required! If you complete your resident registration online at Open House (full payment due), you will receive a $25 discount!

When: Sunday, March 10, 2019 or Sunday, April 7, 2019 Time: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Open House at Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Come to Camp Whispering Pines and see all that it has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the units your camper may stay in during the summer, the programs that are available, and meet some of the resident camp staff. No preregistration required! If you complete your resident registration online at Open House (full payment due), you will receive a $25 discount!

When: Sunday, March 24, 2019 or Sunday, April 14, 2019 Time: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

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Run for their future, run for your health. Girl Scouts Louisiana East is proud to host the 7th Annual GSLE Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 mile Daisy Dash fun run. These races will encourage a holistic approach to healthy living by encouraging girls and their families to lead more active lives, make smarter food choices, and build selfconfidence. The non-competitive race is open to both runners and walkers. Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 mile Daisy Dash Saturday, April 6, 2019

T-Shirts T-shirts will be guarantee to racers registered by March 15, 2019. Racers registering after March 15, 2019 can purchase a t-shirt at the race for $10 while supplies last.

Approximate Race Start Time: 8:00 AM Packet pickup and on-site registration opens 9:00 AM Welcome & opening ceremony 9:10 AM Daisy Dash begins! 9:30 AM Thin Mint Sprint begins! 9:30 AM Post Race celebration until 11:00 AM

ENTRY FEES: Daisy Dash 1 mile Fun Run Code: DD9301

– Register by March 15, 2019 - $10 per person (includes shirt & patch) – Register after March 15, 2019 - $15 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) – Register day of race - $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

Location Both races will start at the Tammany Trace – Koop Drive Trailhead. The trailhead is located near the intersection of I-12 and HWY 59 in Mandeville, LA. Festivities will take place at the Caboose Kids Konnection Playground.

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Code: TM9301

Girl Scout Perks Current Girl Scouts will receive a patch if they register for either race by March 15, 2019.

Register: Postal mail: GSLE Thin Mint Sprint Attn: Kevin Shipp 841 S. Clearview Parkway New Orleans, LA 70121 Fax: 504-733-8219 Email: kshipp@gsle.org More information: www.gsle.org/thinmintsprint

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EACH PARTICIPANT MUST HAVE A SEPARATE FORM!

oThin Mint Sprint 5K (TM9301)

Please select your race:

o1 Mile Daisy Dash (DD9301)

Last Name _____________________________ First Name ______________________ Date of Birth____________ Girl Scout: Yes

Troop # ___________

Phone number (________) _________________________

Street Address ________________________________ City _____________________ State ______ ZIP___________ E-mail Address ____________________________________ Shirt size:

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Emergency Contact Name ___________________________ Emergency Contact Phone _______________________

Entry Fees: Daisy Dash 1 mile Fun Run

Thin Mint Sprint 5K

o $10 Register by March 15, 2019

o $15 Register by March 15, 2019

o $15 Register after March 15, 2019

o $20 Register day of race, April 6, 2019

Coupon Code: _______________________ Payment Information: o CHECK (payable to Girl Scouts Louisiana East)

o MC

o Visa

o Discover

o AMEX

Name on Card ____________________________________________ Exp. Date ______/_______ Signature of Cardholder_____________________________________ Credit card Number ____________/____________/____________/___________ CVC ______ Acknowledgement & Waiver of Risk

I know that running a race is a potentially hazardous activity, which could cause injury or death. I will not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in the event, including, but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, roller skates or roller blades, and animals are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of my entry, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, or anyone else who may claim on my behalf, waive and release Girl Scouts Louisiana East, and any event sponsors, their representatives and successors, from all claim of liability, for death, personal injury or property damage of any kind of nature whatsoever arising out of, on in course of, my participating in this event, whether caused by negligence or fault. This release and waiver extends to all claims of every kind of nature whatsoever, foreseen and unforeseen, known and unknown. The undersigned further grants full permission to sponsors or agents authorized by them to use photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings or any record of this event for any purpose. Minors only accepted with a parent or guardianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature.

Parent Signature (participant under 18 years of age) ____________________________________ Signature _____________________________________

Date_________________

(waiver must be signed to participate)

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Corporate Headquarters eventregister@gsle.org 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121-3119 (504) 733-8220 (800) 644-7571 F (504) 733-8219

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Event registration is now available online at www.gsle.org/ebiz under Activities Tab. Or you may register using this form - PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF FORM, AND INCLUDE REGISTRATION FEE. ** For processing purposes this form should be legible and easy to read.** Return to Headquarters address to the ATTN: Customer Care – Event Registrar, via email, fax, or mail. REMINDER: It is the responsibility of leaders and transportation adults to assure they have parent permission slips/ troop outing forms completed and on hand for each girl participating in events. Registration is for:

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q Adult

q *Individual Girl (complete individual girl information below)

Event Code (mandatory): __________________ Event Name ____________________________________________ Event Date __________ Program Age Level (please check): Service Unit # ______________

qDaisy

qBrownie

Troop # ______________

qJunior

qCadette

qSenior

qAmbassador

Parish __________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________ Email __________________________________________________ Troop Leader’s or Parent/Guardian’s Name (please print clearly) Address_________________________________________________________ City _______________________________ ZIP____________ Phone # (h) (______) _____________________ (w) (______) _______________________ (c) (______) ______________________ Cost per Girl $ __________Cost per Adult $ __________

AI/AN

Total Amount Enclosed $___________________ Payment in FULL is required for form to be processed. Send payment amount for only event listed on form.

# girls

Payment Information (please check):

# adults

q CHECK (payable to Girl Scouts Louisiana East) qMC

qVISA

qDiscover

B/AA

H/PI

H/O

TOTAL

Please use the KEY to mark appropriate box for each.

qAMEX

KEY:

Name on Card _______________________________________________________

AI/AN - American Indian/Alaskan Native

B/AA – Black or African American

Account # _______/________/________/________ Exp. Date _____/_____ CVC ______

H/O - Hispanic, Other

A – Asian

H/PI – Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

W - White

Cardholder Signature _____________________________________________________ The following MUST BE COMPLETED and SIGNED by the PARENT/GUARDIAN LISTED ABOVE for any girl requesting to attend an event or activity as AN INDIVIDUAL. For girls attending with a troop/group – troop adults are responsible for obtaining parent permission and health information for participating members unless requested otherwise in the event details. Girl’s Name: ________________________________________________________ List any health conditions that event coordinator should be aware of or would limit girl’s participation in activities: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List current medications: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Allergies to medication, food, insects, etc. _________________________________________________________________________________ Physician or Clinic: __________________________________________________________ Phone (_____) ___________________________ Person to notify in case of emergency, if parents cannot be reached: Name: ____________________________________________________________________ Phone (_____) ____________________________ Address _______________________________________________________ City _________________________ State _____ Zip _________ I give permission for my daughter to participate in the activity listed at the top of this event form, including transportation, if provided, to and from the program site. I hereby give Girl Scouts Louisiana East, the right and permission, without compensation to use photographs/videos of my daughter and her name for publicity and public relations purposes. I give permission for my daughter, _____________________________________ , to receive emergency medical treatment if necessary.

______________________________________________ Signature of parent / guardian

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GIRL SCOUT TROOP LEADERS!

Opportunities to earn Fitness or Nutrition badges depending on the girls ages. Every Girl Scout earns an official Junior Jazzercise patch!

• Birthday Parties • Holiday Camps • • Mommy & Me Classes • Jazzercise Metairie Center 3939 Veterans Blvd. Suite 1A

(Near Cleary Ave. At the back of the building behind Parran’s Po-Boys.)

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Girl Scouts Louisiana East serves the parishes of Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Jefferson, Lafourche, Livingston, Orleans, Plaquemines, Pointe Coupee, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. Helena, St. James, St. John, St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Terrebonne, Washington, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana. It is funded by voluntary philanthropic contributions, the cookie and fall product sales, fees for services, and the United Way in selected parishes.