GSNC Possibilities Fall 2016 by Girl Scouts of Nassau County

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Program & Event Guide Fall 2016

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Council Service Center and Shop Hours 110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530 Tel 516.741.2550 Fax 516.741.2207 gsnc.org Regular Hours (September–June) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 9:00am–8:00pm Saturday 10:00am–1:00pm Summer Hours (July and August) Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:00pm Holiday Closings: Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Inventory and End of Year Holiday

Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Inc., Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Agency, is a member of Long Island’s United Way, Five Towns Community Chest, United Community Fund of Great Neck and North New Hyde Park, Manhasset Community Fund, and The Community Chest of Port Washington.

Girl Scouts of Nassau County turns today’s girls into tomorrow’s leaders… and it’s FUN, too! The Girl Scout Mission

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.

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.

Girl Scout Misión

Girl Scouts ayuda a las niñas a desarrollar el valor, la confianza en sí mismas y los principios para hacer del mundo un mejor lugar.

La Promesa de Girl Scouts

Por mi honor, yo trataré: De servir a Dios y a mi patria, ayudar a las personas en todo momento, y vivir conforme a la Ley de Girl Scouts.

La Ley de Girl Scouts

Yo me esforzaré por: Ser honrada y justa cordial y servicial, considerada y compasiva, valiente y fuerte, y responsable de lo que digo y hago, y por respetarme a mí misma y a los demás respetar la autoridad usar los recursos de manera prudente, hacer del mundo un lugar mejor, y ser hermana de cada una de las Girl Scouts.

How to Use This Guide

Placement Request Information

In an effort to make it easier to find programs specifically tailored for your girls, programs are listed by program age level, then alphabetically.

Who Can Participate in an Event or Program?

When you meet with your Troop, use Possibilities as a tool to help plan your year. Find programs that match a Girl’s age level and indicate what activities are of interest to her. Registered Girl Scouts can attend events with their Troop, or on their own, unless indicated otherwise. Your Troop should develop a budget, incorporating dues, family partnership rebates, and goals for rebates earned in the Mags&Munchies and Cookie Programs. Please read the complete event description and registration instructions carefully at gsnc.org, as not all events are registered through GSNC e-Council.

What Do These Icons Mean?

You will find these symbols throughout the program guide to determine the Girl Scout grade levels and who can participate in a program.

All program opportunities in Possibilities are offered for registered Girl Scouts in Nassau County. All registered Girl Scouts can participate in level appropriate events and programs listed in this guide either as an individual, or as a member of a Troop. Registered Girl Scouts can attend any events with a nonregistered participant. Non-registered participants would need to include the $30 Girl Scout membership fee along with her program registration fee. Girl Scouts from other Councils may attend GSNC events for an additional $5 fee per girl (space permitting). Placement in programs/events/trainings is on a first-come, first-served basis. Individual Girls It is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to ensure proper adult supervision to all programs. GSNC will provide proper supervision for all GSNC run programs. Troops A Troop attends with chaperoning adults meeting ratio and Safety Activity Checkpoints. At drop off events, GSNC will provide appropriate supervision. A permission form will be needed for each girl. Tag-Alongs See individual program listings to determine if Tag-Alongs are permitted and if there is a Tag-Along fee associated with the program.

How to Request Placement for GSNC Programs You are NOT “registered” until you receive a confirmation letter.

Online Visit gsnc.org, click on “Programs” link located on the navigation bar and follow the instructions.

Daisy Grades K-1

Senior Grades 9-10

By Mail Download Registration form at gsnc.org and mail with payment to:

Brownie Grades 2-3

Ambassador Grades 11-12

Attn: Program Placement Request Girl Scouts of Nassau County 110 Ring Road West Garden City, NY 11530

Junior Grades 4-5

Volunteer

Cadette Grades 6-8

All/Adult

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OR: Bring the completed form with payment to the GSNC Service Center. Please Note: We DO NOT accept Placement Requests by telephone.

Payment Payment must be made at the time of registration. Fees may be paid with the following types of payment: •C ash (With paper registrations turned in to Service Center only) •C hecks or Troop Checks (Payable to Girl Scouts of Nassau County) • Credit Cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover) • Cookie Credits (see below) Cookie Credits Earned by individual girls who sell 300 or more boxes of Cookies. Cookie Credits can be used for all GSNC Council activities listed in this book. To Redeem Cookie Credit Gift Cards Individuals may fill out the requested information on the Individual Girl Scout Program Registration Form. Or you may attach the Cookie Credit Redemption Form downloadable at gsnc.org (search “Cookie Credit Redemption Form”) with your program registration. If placement in a program does not occur and you paid in cash, by credit card, or with a check your payment will be returned. Refunds • Placement Request fees are not refundable unless Girl Scouts of Nassau County cancels the program. • Refunds are not available for no-shows, late arrivals or early departures. Unless specifically stated in the listing, patches or badges are not provided at the event/program. Confirmation Email/Letter Once you are placed in the event, you will receive a confirmation via e-mail or regular mail within 7 business days. Please wait for your confirmation to arrive before calling with questions.

How to Register for Non-Council Programs • Contact the person listed in the advertisement in order to arrange your program. • Payment, refund, and registration procedures may differ for different providers. It is the Troop Leader’s responsibility to be aware of these policies. • Please have an idea of the dates/times you prefer and of the number of girls/adults in your group.

Programs Financial Literacy By planning and participating in money-earning projects, girls build real-world skills that benefit their Troop, councils, communities, and most importantly, themselves. Healthy Living The Healthy Living Initiatives bring a unique perspective to keeping girls healthy as girls define health in their own terms, placing as much emphasis on emotional and social well-being as physical health, nutrition and physical fitness. In addition to healthy eating and physical fitness, the Healthy Living Initiatives focus on increasing girls’ self-esteem and developing healthy relationships. These programs provide girls with the courage, confidence, and character to not only make the world a better place, but their own lives more healthful and balanced. Learn and Earn Learn and Earn programs are open to all girls, regardless of whether or not they are earning the badge or the journey award specified. Program information booklets include the steps completed at the event and may detail a take home project to be completed by girls either individually or as a group. Badges and Awards may be purchased at the GSNC Shop. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Girl Scouts introduces girls of every age to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences relevant to everyday life. Whether they are discovering how a car’s engine runs, how to manage finances, building and programming robots or exploring careers in STEM fields, girls are fastforwarding into the future.

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Table of Contents

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Programs (By GS Grade Levels)

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Civil War Girls Got Grit

Dinosaur Daisy’s Archeological Adventure

FEMCHO: It’s What You Need to Lead

Mindful Yoga

Safe & Sound: The Science of Fire

Sister Scout Slumber Party

In Your Heart Lives a Rainbow

Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM)

Mad Science of Long Island

Om Tara Yoga Studio

Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site and Interpretive Center

Camp: Camp Blue Bay Halloween Party

Ceremonial Unit Open House

Defying Gravity

Earn Your Tastebuds Patch Cuban Style!

Flying Fitness

In the Painter’s Studio

Invention Convention

Kitchen Chemistry

Science in Action

Sense it in the Garden

Shadow Boxes – Celebrating The Day of the Dead/El Dia de los Muertos

The World Beneath the Sea

What’s Bugging You?

Femcho*

Scrubz Body Scrub

A Day in the Life of a News 12 Reporter and Camera Person

Ancient Forensics 101

Bullseye!

CSI: LICM!

Entrepreneurial Envoys

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Business Owner

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Savvy Shopper

Troop

Programs (By GS Grade Levels)

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Girl Gardeners Dig It

Girls Rock

It’s A Draw!

Paper Arts

The Science of Style

Venetian Carnevale Mask Making

The Village Baker

You & Me Yoga

A Heart of Gold

Comic Character Drawing Class

Cookie Palooza Volunteer Training

CPR and AED for Girl Scouts ONLY

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Budgeting

First Aid for Babysitters

Girl Speak

The Golden Flight to Leadership Conference & Reception

Imagine Your Possibilities

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

Make Me Up to Be Me

NEXT Gen STEM

Run a Cookie Rookie Event for your Association

So Your Daughter Wants To Date….

Step Team Try-Outs

Take Action for the Silver Award

Wanted: Babysitters

AWSM

Bit by the Travel Bug

Molloy College - Fall Career Shadow Day

Take Action for the Gold Award

Cookies 101

Making eBudde Your Buddy

Be Brilliant… Shine On at Mags&Munchies Regional Trainings

New to Mags&Munchies

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Programs (By GS Grade Levels)

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Adults

Craft, Laugh, & Learn Weekend

Adults

Take Action for the Bronze Award (Leaders)

2016 Mags&Munchies…and Memories - Be Brilliant… Shine On!

Bowling Bash Rally (Mags&Munchies and Memories)

Troop

Camp: Camp Blue Bay Resources

Adults

Camp: Camp Blue Bay Showcase & Information Night for Troop Leaders

Adults

Camp: Outdoor Training

Cookie Palooza

Cookie Troop 100 and Save the Date - National Girl Scouts Cookie Weekend

Deck the Halls

Girls Go the Distance

GSNC Volunteer Resource Center (VRC)

I Can’t Wait To Patch Program

Media Girl Information Night

Sign-up to Clean-up

Scarecrow Builders

The Center for Science Teaching and Learning (CSTL)

Cure Mommy’s Breast Cancer/Long Beach Tennis Center

The Dana Foundation

Friends of Hempstead Plains at Nassau Community College

GAALS: Girls Athletics and Life Skills

Green Light Yoga

The Hecksher Museum of Art

I.FLY Trapeze

Maggiano’s Little Italy

Maple Family Centers

New York Dance Theatre

Old Westbury Gardens

Plaza Theatrical Productions, Inc. - Shows

Rocking Horse Ranch

United Skates of America

The Whaling Museum

Woodloch

GIRL SCOUTS OF NASSAU COUNTY PROGRAMS (Refer to page 4 & 5 for placement request instructions.)

Civil War Girls Got Grit

Saturday, September 10, 2016 Rain Date: Sunday, September 11, 2016 10:00am–2:00pm Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, NY 11804 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Includes patch & crafts) $10 per adult $15 Tag-Along (Includes crafts) Girl Scouts will be participating in a special program designed to make them feel as though they are frozen in time with actors dressed in period costumes, and conversing in character. Learn what it was like to be a female during the Civil War and the contributions of over 400 women to the war effort. Explore an encampment to see how soldiers and camp followers prepared meals, slept and entertained one another. Girls will go back in time as they play the games and make the toys children made for themselves. Bring a blanket and a bag lunch to enjoy as you watch the troops perform firing and military drills to prepare for battle. This event is a self-guided program that is open to the public. Program Link: Learn and Earn program (See more information on page 5) available for Daisies earning their Resourcefulness petal, Brownies earning their Hear “A World of Girls” Journey Hear a Story Award, Juniors earning their Playing the Past badge. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Dinosaur Daisy’s Archeological Adventure

Saturday, October 22, 2016 11:00am–12:00noon Garvies Point Museum and Preserve 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $14 per registered Girl Scout (Patches may be purchased at GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (Additional Adults accompanying the girls will be charged a $3 museum admission fee) No Tag-Alongs Peek into the world of the most fascinating dinosaurs! Learn about their existence, the characteristics that distinguish them and the reasons for their extinction using visual materials, fossil replicas, fossils and scale models. Roll-up your sleeves; girls will participate in a fossil “dig” activity and make their own fossil too. Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Veronica Natale at vnatale@nassaucountyny.gov. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

FEMCHO: It’s What You Need to Lead

Saturday, October 22, 2016 Daisies and Brownies: 10:30am–11:30am Juniors and Cadettes: 12:00noon–1:00pm Levittown Hall, Marty Nickel’s Room 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville, NY 11801 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Includes FEMCHO patch. Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop)

Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Invest in the total person giving your body, mind and your good heart a workout to a hot playlist! Exercise, art and group activitiesthat’s how girls will learn techniques for improving and maintaining their self- confidence. Move on to learn networking skills for building lifelong friendships. Practice leadership strategies that everyone is capable of using but not everyone knows how or when to. Program Link: Brownie Badge My Best Self, Junior Badge Staying Fit Important: Girls should wear proper athletic attire and sneakers. Bring a bottle of water. Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Tina or Claudine at 516.338.7701 or femchotina@gmail.com. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Mindful Yoga

Saturday, October 15, 2016 Daisies Only: 10:00am–11:00am Brownies Only: 11:15am–12:15pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 $10 per registered Girl Scout (Includes Yoga Patch) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Yoga can turn a terrible, horrible day around! Learn how to turn a frown upside down with basic yoga using little help from fun character like Moody Cow and his Grandpa. Girls will learn how to control impulsive reactions, acknowledge and manage emotions and sooth themselves using breathing techniques, positive visualization and movement. Girls will make a meditation jar to reinforce techniques learned in class. Program Link: Learn and Earn program (See more information on page 5) available for Daisies earning their Respect Myself & Others Petal, Brownies earning their Best Self badge Important: Active wear required. Bring a bottle of water and a yoga mat. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Safe & Sound: The Science of Fire

Tuesday-Friday, now through January 27, 2017 10:00am–5:00pm Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center One Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 $7 per person (Patches & badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free Tag-Along Welcome Immerse yourself in the history of firefighting at this interactive museum filled with antique fire trucks from towns all over Long Island! Did you know that the first protective equipment for fire fighters was made by a tailor who helped his neighbor escape a fire? Understanding fire is the key to extinguishing it. Girls will learn basic fire science, like how fire travels, what feeds a fire, how to prevent a fire and what to do in the event of a fire-all from a seasoned firefighter. Manipulate displays, participate in playhouse demonstrations, try on authentic gear, climb fire

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trucks purposefully and plan your own home escape route. Girls will leave prepared to make their own homes fire safe.

patriotism and honoring the Girl Scout Promise… To serve God and our Country!

Facilitators differentiate instruction based on age. Older girls will delve into the chemistry of fire and learn about the training, qualifications and the commitment it takes to becoming a firefighter.

Ceremonial Unit members must be willing to wear a full Girl Scout uniform and attend required training. Each member will receive a participation patch for their involvement.

Program Link: Daisy Respect Authority Petal To Register: Contact John Murray, Chief Instructor at jmurray@veeb.org or call 516.572.4177 Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Ceremonial Unit Open House

Thursday, September 22, 2106 7:15pm–8:30pm Temporary Location: Girl Scout Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 No Tag-Alongs Have you ever wanted to stand in the outfield of a Major League Stadium, or before a crowd of World War II veteran as they say the Pledge of Allegiance, or before your fellow Girl Scouts at the Gold Award Ceremony or Adult Recognition Event? These are just a few of the adventures you can have if you become a member of the Girl Scouts of Nassau County Ceremonial Unit. Girl Scouts in grades 3 to 12 are welcome to attend this Open House with one of their parents or caregivers to determine if they want to join this unique program. The girls will learn the proper care and handling of our flag while demonstrating their

Donna Rivera-Downey, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, riverad@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 260

Defying Gravity

Saturday, November 5, 2016 Juniors and Cadettes: 9:30am–11:30pm Brownies: 12:00am–2:00pm Cradle of Aviation, One Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 $24 per registered Girl Scout Cadette and Girl Scout Junior (Includes patch) $17 per registered Girl Scout Brownie (Includes patch) Leaders Free Tag-Alongs and additional adults will be charged a museum entrance fee upon arrival To infinity and beyond! Join in the fun as you build and launch your own rocket! Girls will learn the basic mechanics of rocket building using solid fuel and water bottle rockets. Juniors and Cadettes will build solid fuel rockets using Estes Alpha III rocket kits. When launched during this program, your rocket could soar up to 300 feet in the sky! Brownies will join in the fun as they first watch the launch of the solid rockets, then build their own bottle rockets that reach 50-100 feet in the air! Important: Closed toe shoes required. Rain or shine. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Sister Scout Slumber Party Choose one session to attend: Saturday, January 14, 2017–Sunday, January 15, 2017 Arrival/Departure: 4:00pm Saturday–11:00am Sunday Or Sunday, January 15, 2017–Monday, January 16, 2017 Arrival/Departure: 4:00pm Sunday–11:00am Monday Hotel Indigo East End, 1830 Route 25/West Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 $50 per person plus tax and service (This rate includes the program fee and camping out in the Ballroom) Participants who would like to be accommodated in a guestroom (maximum capacity 4 people) may do so for an additional $99. Experience one magical night with your sister scouts in a beautiful hotel that wants you to be their guest! Girls will tour the hotel; going places an ordinary guest just cannot go. Make your own pizza for a late night snack, enjoy dinner with friends, join in the fun at the DJ dance party then settle down with some buttery popcorn for a movie! The staff at Hotel Indigo will wake you with the morning sun and a hearty breakfast! Important: Campers must bring their own air mattress, sleeping bag and pillow To Register: Call Hotel Indigo at 631.369.2200 ext.0 Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

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Earn Your Tastebuds Patch Cuban Style!

Mondays and Thursdays only through January 31, 2017 Dinner Program: 4:15pm–5:45pm Havana Central Roosevelt Field 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530 $16.75 per registered Girl Scout, Leader and additional adults ordering from Havana Central’s Tastebuds Menu (Patches may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) No Tag-Alongs Enjoy a meal together to explore diversity through dining! This Troop Leader guided program will challenge your senses as you learn about the ingredients used to make the finest Cuban cuisine. The food connection game is so much fun: play it at your table and you will see that people are the same when it comes to cooking with creativity! Program Link: Completion cards will be distributed to Girl Scouts earning Tastebuds Patch program. To Register: Contact Crystal Davis, Havana Central Events Manager at 516.739.7900 or CDavis@havanacentral.com. Participants must advise Crystal Davis of food allergies in writing upon registration. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Flying Fitness

Classes are 45 minutes in duration and may be scheduled during the following hours: Mondays: 12:15pm–5:30pm Wednesdays: 4:00pm & 4:30pm Classes Thursdays: 11:00am–5:00pm Fridays: 4:00pm & 7:30pm Classes Saturdays: 1:00pm–3:00pm Sundays: 1:15pm–2:45pm Emerge Yoga & Wellness 623 Broadway, Massapequa, NY 11758 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Emerge patches may be purchased onsite for $3 each) 7 person minimum, 17 person maximum Swing, stretch, spin and strengthen core muscles doing antigravity yoga! Experience an exhilarating physical and mental workout while suspended in the air in a thematic hammock. Flip and fly through space getting fit, increase your flexibility, mobility, cardio and muscular capacity to an awesome playlist. Building confidence has never been so much fun! Program Link: Brownie My Best Self Badge, Junior Staying Fit Badge Important: Parents must sign and submit an online waiver. Girls should wear tee shirts, pants that cover the knees, no socks and no jewelry. Registration: Online at https://waiverking.com/linkpage/Emerge. Please create a profile in the system and complete the waiver. Questions: Please contact Stefani Gallagher at Emerge Yoga at 516.781.1078 or Stefani@EmergeYW.com Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

In the Painter’s Studio

1 Leader Free per 5 Girl Scouts 8 person minimum Tag-Alongs will be charged the admission fee Learn about the styles of artists who painted the Mona Lisa, Primavera, Starry Night and The Scream; then roll up your sleeves and paint like a pro! Paint a mood and experiment with non-traditional artist materials. Work with your sister Girl Scouts to create an original mural. This class is led by an artist who cannot wait to tap into your potential! Program Link: Brownie Painting Badge To Register: Contact LICM at Reservations@licm.org Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Invention Convention

Friday, January 20, 2017 6:00pm–8:30pm Cradle of Aviation, 1 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 $20 per registered Girl Scout (Includes Invention Convention Patch) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Did you ever play a game of telephone and find that the message changed when relayed from one person to another? Have you ever invented your own secret language with a friend? At this year’s Invention Convention we’ll explore ground and air communication and what to do when you can’t communicate. Air traffic controllers, pilots and ground crews have their own language to make sure the message is correct. Learn and role play air terms, decode signal flags, chart your course and communicate using Morse code at four different interactive workstations throughout the museum. . Program Link: Learn and Earn program (See more information on page 5) available for Brownies earning their Inventor badge Important: This is a drop-off event. Girls will be escorted from one station to another by their Leaders. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Kitchen Chemistry

Now thru January 31, 2017 weekday and weekend afternoons Long Island Children’s Museum 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 $12 per registered Girl Scout Leaders Free (Additional Adults will be charged the museum admission fee) 1 Leader Free per 5 Girl Scouts 8 person minimum Tag-Alongs will be charged the admission fee This class is action packed with not a moment to spare. Girls will conduct edible science experiments, dive into the details of density, observe an explosion of bubbles, create static electricity and so much more! Program Link: Brownie Home Scientist Badge To Register: Contact LICM at Reservations@licm.org Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

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Science in Action

Choose one session to attend: Friday, November 11, 2016 5:00pm–6:00pm or 6:00pm–7:00pm Hofstra University, Chemistry/Physics Building, Berliner Hall, Hempstead, New York 11549 $5 per registered Girl Scout Enrollment is limited to 20 girls per session No Tag-Alongs At this workshop you’ll do fun hands-on chemistry experiments. See how cool science can be when you are the Scientist! Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 273

Sense it in the Garden

Friday, September 30, 2016 4:00pm–5:30pm Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (This is a drop-off program. Girls will be escorted by their Leaders. Drivers may enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds, free of charge. Pick-up is at 5:30pm promptly in the courtyard.) No Tag-Alongs A complete sensory scavenger hunt awaits you at Old Westbury Gardens. Sniff out the unique scents different plants exude and discover how they make you feel! Girls will spin the feel wheel to try their hand at identifying textured garden plants and test different plants to determine their flavors. Program Link: Senses Badge Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Lisa Reichenberger at lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Shadow Boxes – Celebrating The Day of the Dead/ El Dia de los Muertos

Friday, October 7, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm Temporary Location: GSNC Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 $10 per registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs Come and celebrate The Day of the Dead/El Día de los Muertos! This is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and around the world in other cultures. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to celebrate and remember friends, family members and animals who have passed. We will be making traditional “Nichos” or shadow boxes to celebrate their lives. They will include “Calacas” (skeleton figures), pictures, flowers, glass beads, painted bottle caps, tin charms and other traditional crafts and sweets. Yahira DeLeón, deleony@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 272

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The World Beneath the Sea

Choose one session to attend: Juniors and Cadettes: Saturday, September 24, 2016 Brownies and Juniors: Saturday, October 15, 2016 11:00am–1:00pm Sport Fishing Education Center Ocean Parkway, Cedar Beach Marina, Babylon, NY 11702 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Learn all about aquatic habitats at the Sport Fishing Education Center! This is an action packed workshop with not a minute to spare. Girls will do everything from catching marine creatures using nets and traps, to viewing the tiniest critters and plankton under microscopes. Dissect a shark to examine its organs and learn the internal workings of a fish so feared! Program Link: Completion cards will be distributed to Junior Girl Scouts earning their Animal Habitat Badge Important: Dress in layers for warmth. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet. Girls may bring bug spray, sunscreen and a hat. Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Lenora at sportfished@gmail.com. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

What’s Bugging You?

Now thru January 31, 2017 weekday and weekend afternoons Long Island Children’s Museum 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 $10 per registered Girl Scout Leaders Free (Additional Adults will be charged the museum admission fee) 1 Leader Free per 5 Girl Scouts 8 person minimum Tag-Alongs will be charged the admission fee Bugs and insects and arachnids oh my! Discover the differences between bugs, insects and arachnids in the Feasts for Beast gallery at Long Island Children’s Museum. Learn how to classify all kinds of creepy, crawling, flying creatures by their anatomy. Some bugs are good and some bugs are bad; now’s your chance to find out who is which! Stand within inches of a huge honey bee hive enclosed in glass; find out why bees are so busy. Listen for the hiss of a cockroach and chirp of crickets. A craft connected to all you have learned is the perfect way to end your visit! Program Link: Brownie Bugs Badge To Register: Contact LICM at Reservations@licm.org Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A

NEWS 12 REPORTER and CAMERA PERSON

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a reporter or camera person? Or how a news story is put together? Meet with a News 12 reporter and camera person and learn how reporters research stories, how news segments are produced, and what it takes to become a reporter or camera person. Senior and Ambassador Gold Award Candidates/ Awardees are invited to present your project to younger girls while you practice their interviewing skills to find out more about you and your work. You’ll also have a chance to explore communications as a college or career path, and help with set-up, registration, and clean-up.

Sunday, November 13, 2016 Juniors and Cadettes: 2:30pm–4:30pm Seniors and Ambassadors Gold Award Candidates/Awardees: 1:30pm–4:45pm Lynbrook Recreation Center 55 Wilbur Street, Lynbrook, NY 11563 $10 per registered Girl Scout Leaders Free Program Link: Program will connect to general ideas in Journeys, but Journey activities and awards will not be completed during this program. Questions for News 12: Girls are encouraged to submit questions for the reporter and camera person by Sunday, November 6, 2016. Questions can be submitted to zippere@gsnc.org.

Space is limited. To maximize space for girls who want to participate in this program, parents are asked only register for the necessary number of adults as per Safety Activity Checkpoints and to carpool. Eliza Zipper, zippere@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 254

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Ancient Forensics 101

Choose one session to attend: Brownies and Juniors: Saturday, October 8, 2016 Juniors and Cadettes: Saturday, November 5, 2016 11:00am-12:00noon Garvies Point Museum and Preserve 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $14 per registered Girl Scout (Patches and badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (Additional Adults accompanying the girls will be charged a $3 museum admission fee) No Tag-Alongs Examine authentic skeletal remains donated to the museum by Columbia University to learn how to interpret human skeletal remains. Scouts rotate from one station to another: completing hands on activities to determine gender, physiological age, disease and trauma. Program Link: Cadette Special Agent Badge and Brownie Detective Badge Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Veronica Natale at vnatale@nassaucountyny.gov. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Bullseye!

Now through Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Tuesday through Thursdays: 12noon–9:00pm Friday: 12:00noon–7:00pm Saturday: 10:00am–6:00pm Sunday: 10:00am–4:00pm C&B Archery 11 Commercial Street, Hicksville, NY 11801 $19 per participant for this 90 minute program (Patches and badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) 6 person minimum (If you cannot meet the minimum, please call to make special arrangements.) No Tag-Alongs under the age of 8 Learn archery from the pros! Instructors will teach girls correct archery form, the 12 step shot sequence, the parts of a bow and arrow and important archery terms. Using traditional and compound bows, girls will practice what they have learned to master this newly acquired skill. Program Link: Completion cards will be distributed to Girl Scouts earning their Cadette Archery Badge Registration: Contact C&B Archery’s Manager Anthony Agnese to register at 516.933.2697 or www.cbarchery@verizon.net Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

CSI: LICM!

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Museum!” This is a hands-on workshop. Girls will conduct a crime scene observation and learn how to examine evidence. Learn how to interpret human behavioral patterns and decipher codes. Find out what you didn’t know about fingerprints; then fingerprint yourself. This program isn’t over yet; recall all of the evidence then put it in context to solve the mystery! Program Link: Junior Detective Badge To Register: Contact LICM at Reservations@licm.org Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Entrepreneurial Envoys

Tuesday, September 27, 2016, Tuesday, November, 29, 2016, Wednesday, January 25, 2017, Monday, March 6, 2017 7:00pm–8:00pm Temporary Location: GSNC Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 Free For registered Girl Scouts who have had Cookie sales of 300+ boxes No Tag-Alongs If you are a Girl Scout that LOVES selling Girl Scout Cookies and enjoys the challenge of meeting and even increasing your sales from year to year, join the Entrepreneurial Envoys group. The Envoys group helps to select next year’s Cookie and Mags&Munchies rewards. They learn how to use marketing and sales techniques, create great looking, eye-catching Cookie booth displays, compose a memorable sales pitch and learn new ideas from each other. There’s no fee to join and you can come to as many meetings as you like. Advance registration required. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249.

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Business Owner

Wednesday, October 19, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm William P. Bennett Hicksville Community Center 28 W. Carl St., Hicksville, NY 11801 $5 per Registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs Parents are welcome, but not required, to stay A girl workshop on the basic steps to plan and create a new business. Learn from a real banker how a business can get a loan, and “pitch” your business idea! At least 4 of the 5 steps towards earning the Business Owner badge will be covered. Badges will be available to purchase in the GSNC Shop. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Savvy Shopper

Tuesday, October 18, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm Location TBD $5 per Registered Girl Scout/Adult team (1 girl and 1 adult) No Tag-Alongs Join us for some tips on learning and earning! Adult-Child workshop covers four of the five steps to earn the Savvy Shopper badge. Girls will look at their personal

and family’s “needs” and “wants” and will learn about smartly saving for both. Badges not included. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

Girl Gardeners Dig It

Friday, September 23, 2016 4:00pm–5:30pm Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (This is a drop-off program. Girls will be escorted by their Leaders. Drivers may enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds, free of charge. Pick-up is at 5:30pm promptly in the courtyard.) No Tag-Alongs Old Westbury Gardens is the perfect place to learn about the art of gardening and landscape design. Learn what it takes to become a horticulturalist as you tour the gardener’s shed to get acquainted with her tools. Put on your science cap to understand how soil chemistry affects plant growth, which plants are the hardiest and why and how to plant for sustainability. Test your knowledge by taking home a bulb to plant in your own backyard. Program Link: Gardener Badge Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Lisa Reichenberger at lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Girls Rock

Saturday, December 10, 2016 11:00am–12:00noon Garvies Point Museum and Preserve 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $14 per registered Girl Scout (Patches and badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (Additional Adults accompanying the girls will be charged a $3 museum admission fee) No Tag-Alongs Did you know that rocks and minerals support all living things physically? At this very moment, you are standing on rocks and minerals! They are a source of soil upon which plants grow. They provide the metals used to build the tallest buildings that can withstand the toughest storms. Learn how scientists identify minerals using many of the same methods that jewelers use to classify diamonds. Girls will perform tests to determine color of streak, luster, hardness and the special properties of minerals. Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Veronica Natale at vnatale@nassaucountyny.gov. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

It’s A Draw!

8 person minimum Tag-Alongs will be charged the admission fee This is where you will start building a portfolio to be proud of! This class is led by an artist who will teach you everything from blind contour drawing to perspective and cartoon drawing. Sharpen your pencil, there is no time to waste if you want to learn drawing techniques, this is the place! Program Link: Junior Drawing Badge To Register: Contact LICM at Reservations@licm.org Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Paper Arts

Saturday, October 29, 2016 1:00pm–3:15pm Long Island Academy of Fine Arts 14 Glen Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $40 per registered Girl Scout (includes materials, badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Space is limited Some aspects of paper arts allow students to freely experiment, while other projects help students develop precision and patience. In this course, students will enjoy making their own paper, in addition to printmaking. Through designing, carving, and printing block prints, students explore color relationships and the interaction between positive and negative spaces. Important: Wear grubby clothes or bring a smock Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Venetian Carnevale Mask Making

Choose one session to attend: Juniors and Cadettes: Saturday, October 1, 2016 and Saturday, October 8, 2016 Seniors and Ambassadors: Saturday, October 15, 2016 and Saturday, October 22, 2016 1:00pm–3:00pm Long Island Academy of Fine Arts 14 Glen Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $75 per registered Girl Scout (includes materials, badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Space is limited Following the traditional Venetian mask-making methods, girls will fabricate their very own Carnevale mask. In this two-part class, girls will learn the basics of paper-mâché, casting from a mold, and using both traditional and modern decorative techniques, from gold leaf to clear coating. Learn by doing, leave the class with a mask of your own! Important: Wear grubby clothes or bring a smock. Girls must attend both sessions! Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

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The Science of

Dabble in skin care, beauty customs, fads and fashion trends. Connect what you have learned to build a healthy image that you are proud to project!

Saturday, January 21, 2017 Rust Auditorium, North Shore University Hospital 300 Community Drive, Manhasset, NY 11030 (Rust Auditorium is before the MRI reception area)

9:00am REGISTRATION 9:30am–12:15pm HEART HEALTHY BREAKFAST AND PROGRAM

$15 per Girl Scout (PATCH INCLUDED. BADGES MAY BE PURCHASED AT THE GSNC SHOP)

$10 per Leader/Adult Lunch will be served.

The Katz Institute for Women’s Health

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For more information contact: Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

The Village Baker

Choose one session to attend: Saturday, September 3, 2016 or Saturday, October 8, 2016 10:00am–3:00pm Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, NY 11804 $45 per registered Girl Scout (Group Rate: $37.50 per girl for two or more.) Leaders Free (This is a public drop-off program) Space is limited to 12 girls per session Tag-Alongs under the age of 9 will be not be admitted Learn how to cook and bake in the fireplace of the Williams Home with the village’s staff using farm fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and cooking methods from long ago. Girls will make “the meal of the day” and something sweet with butter they churned themselves. Need an egg? You’ll have to go and ruffle the feathers of a chicken to fetch one for your recipe! Upon completion of this program, Girls 14 years of age and older may return to the village in November as a volunteer to help cook a Thanksgiving meal. Program Link: Junior Playing the Past Badge Important: Girls must wear closed toe shoes, comfortable clothing that is not loose fitting and have their hair pulled back. Girls may bring an apron. Registration: Contact Old Bethpage Village Restorations Registrar at 516.572.8401 to register. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

You & Me Yoga

Friday, October 14, 2016 Juniors Only: 6:15pm–7:15pm Cadettes Only: 7:30pm–8:30pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 $8 per registered Girl Scout (Includes Yoga Patch) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Looking for a challenge? Partner yoga with a sister scout challenges participants to trust themselves and others. Girls will learn how to control impulsive reactions, and quiet anxious feelings using breathing techniques, positive visualization and movement. Girls will learn that yoga is a pathway to relaxation for people of all ages! Take home projects will be distributed for girls to complete individually or as a Troop to earn their badge. Program Link: Juniors Staying Fit badge, Cadettes Science of Happiness badge Important: Active wear, water and a yoga mat required. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

A Heart of Gold

Thursday, October 20, 2016 4:00pm–5:30pm Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (This is a drop-off program. Girls will be escorted by their Leaders. Drivers may enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds, free of charge. Pick-up is at 5:30pm promptly in the courtyard.) No Tag-Alongs

Embark on an imaginary trip where each decision you make can change your course and your costs! Learn the inside story of how financier Henry Phipps attained and grew his wealth. Let the Phipps Family inspire you to make the world a better place with their commitment to philanthropy by learning how nonprofit organizations succeed. Reach your destination having considered your personal interests and values. Identify how they affect your everyday spending habits. Use what you have learned to build a budget fit to finance your dreams. Program Link: Budgeting Badge Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Lisa Reichenberger at lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Comic Character Drawing Class

Saturday, September 24, 2016 1:00pm–3:00pm Long Island Academy of Fine Arts 14 Glen Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542 $30 per registered Girl Scout (Includes materials, badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Space is limited Learn how to approach drawing figures in a dynamic pose. From line of action to form and measurement, we will give you key tools to take your skills to the next level. Special focus will be on breaking down the figure into simple shapes and angles. Program Link: Cadettes Comic Artist Badge. Important: Wear grubby clothes or bring a smock. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Cookie Palooza Volunteer Training

Choose one session to attend: Monday, December 19, 2016 Tuesday, December 20, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm Location TBD Free for Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts No Tag-Alongs Help us kick-off the 100th Anniversary of the Cookie Program. We need your help to make it happen. Register for the Cookie Palooza Volunteer workshop and you’ll help prepare craft activities and samples, then on the big day, January 7, 2017, you’ll run an activity table and teach a craft to Daisies, Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts. Your volunteer service hours can be used toward leadership/community service and may even guide you in discovering a Take Action project. Advance registration is required. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext.249

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CPR and AED for Girl Scouts ONLY

Choose one session to attend: CPR and AED: Thursday, November 17, 2016 or Tuesday, November 22, 2016 5:30pm–9:00pm DeMatteis Center, 101 Northern Blvd., Greenvale, NY 11548 $30 per registered Girl Scout Space is limited to 30 girls The DeMatteis Center has offered GSNC an opportunity for girls 12 to 18 years old to earn certification in CPR and AED. Jan Figueira, figueiraj@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 217

Financial Literacy can be Fun! Budgeting

Thursday, October, 20, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm Location TBD $5 per Registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs Parents are welcome, but not required, to stay. Join us for some tips on learning and earning!

Girl Speak

Monthly Thursday meetings (see below for dates) 7:00pm–8:30pm Temporary Location: Girl Scout Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 $20 per registered Girl Scout $50 per non-registered Girl Scout (Includes membership fee) Do you want to help change the world? Are you excited about meeting new people, or working with legislators to improve our community? Join us to talk about issues that you are passionate about and help design projects to inspire change. Girls choose the topics. Past topics have included hunger, animal welfare, foster care/adoption, and the environment. ⚬A fter registration, please complete the Participation Agreement at gsnc.org. Form must be returned by October 27, 2016. ⚬ Girls must attend a minimum of 6 out of 9 meetings of our main meetings: September 29, 2016, October 27, 2016, November 17, 2016, December 8, 2016, January 12, 2017, February 16, 2017, March 16, 2017, April 20, 2017, May 18, 2017, Advocacy Night Wednesday, May 3, 2017. ND have the option to attend additional meetings on A Thursday October 13, 2016, December 8, 2016, January 26, 2017, March 2, 2017, April 6, 2017 and May 4, 2017.

Practice the “spend/save/share” model of budgeting, based on your own values, for things you need and things you want. At least 4 of the 5 steps for the Budgeting badge will be covered in this workshop.

⚬O ptional end-of-year party and trip to Albany or D.C. partially subsidized by GSNC.

Badges not included. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

First Aid for Babysitters

Choose one session to attend: Friday, September 30, 2016 or Tuesday, October 18, 2016 or Thursday, November 3, 2016 6:00pm–8:45pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 $30 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Learn first aid through the eyes of a babysitter. Registered Nurses will teach you how to prevent and treat injuries. Practice CPR, the Hemlich Maneuver and how to recognize and treat shock. Learn how to advertise safely, screen prospective employers and receive safe sitter childcare instruction. Earn your Babysitter Badge and First Aid Badge during this intense combo class. Girls will be awarded a certificate upon completion of this course. Program Link: Completion cards defining the final badge requirement will be distributed to Cadettes earning their Babysitter Badge. Important: GIRLS MUST BRING A DOLL OR STUFFED BEAR TO DIAPER. This is a drop-off program. Leaders and additional adults are not permitted in the classroom. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

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Eliza Zipper, zippere@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext.254

Thursday, February 23, 2017 (This is a school day, most schools will issue an ‘Excused Absence’ if asked.) Time TBD NY Institute of Technology Northern Boulevard, Old Westbury, NY 11568 $5 Commitment Fee The School of Engineering and Computing Science at The New York Institute of Technology invites you to their annual Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! Join them to celebrate Engineering & Technology innovation through fun activities! Examples: NAO robots, 3D Printing, Coding Stations and drones Check the program section on gsnc.org website for further details. Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext.273

Make Me Up to Be Me

Choose one session to attend: Friday, October 7, 2016 or Friday, November 4, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges and patches may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (This is a drop-off program. Leaders and additional adults are not permitted in the classroom. ) No Tag-Alongs Career cosmetologist Jenn, will teach you how to enhance your features using three basic products and some simple tricks of the trade. Girls will watch a demonstration and then apply their own make-up step by step and the value of inner beauty. Then girls will discuss how editing photos can be

deceptive and how a girl can decide what real beauty means for herself. Important: Participants must bring an ELF or NYX bronzer and a concealer stick, a small tube of Vaseline and a mirror. Can’t Make the Date? To schedule a program contact Jenn at jenn.m.salamone@gmail.com. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

NEXT Gen STEM

Saturday, December 10, 2016 9:00am–4:00pm Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology 86-01 23rd Avenue, Flushing, NY 11369 $15 per registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs Vaughn College’s NEXT Gen STEM is a hands-on instructional seminar for young women interested in careers in aeronautics and technology. Come experience what it is like to fly a plane or guide an aircraft to a safe landing as an air traffic controller. Learn how airplane parts are developed with a 3D printer and through avionics make your own cell phone charger! Come participate in these great workshops as well having an opportunity to speak to knowledgeable women working in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. This conference will give you an opportunity to learn about STEM careers, women’s inclusion in STEM and the pathway that leads to this journey. Important: Transportation provided by AT&T. The bus will leave the GSNC Service Center at 8:00am. Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext.273

Run a Cookie Rookie Event for your Association (Troops)

We need Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Troops to run Cookie Rookie Programs during November, December or January for new Daisy and/or Brownie Girl Scouts in your community. A program outline, supplies and patches will be provided by Council. Any Troop interested in volunteering must contact Fran McAllister by November 1, 2016. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

So Your Daughter Wants To Date….

Wednesday, October 26, 2016 6:30pm–8:00pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 $10 per registered Girl Scout and her Parent/Guardian (Price includes patch) Many girls want to date. Many families allow their daughters to date. It’s true and this stage feels all too new. Will she continue to communicate with you? Learn how to keep the lines of communication open in both directions from the Outreach and Education Department at Nassau University Medical Center. Parents and daughters will participate in separate workshops. Girls will identify and prioritize the healthy qualities they require in a partner; later on they’ll compare notes to see what their parents wish for them. View a short documentary

that depicts what it is like to date as a young person today, learn the warning signs of unhealthy relationships and how to talk about the tough stuff. Come together at the end of the workshops to write a joint commitment letter. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Wanted: Babysitters

Choose one session to attend: Tuesday, September 27, 2016 or Tuesday, October 25, 2016 6:15pm–8:30pm Levittown Hall, Marty Nickel’s Room 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville, NY 11801 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free No Tag-Alongs Let registered nurses prepare you with child care and first aid training. Girls will learn how to care for children of all ages by choosing age appropriate activities, toys and food. Learn how to evaluate situations and make educated decisions as you learn the tricks of the trade. Experts will reveal their “sitter survival” secrets, and share tips about getting a job babysitting. Girls will be awarded a certificate upon completion of this course. Important: Girls must bring a doll or stuffed bear to diaper. This is a drop-off program. Leaders and additional adults are not permitted in the classroom. Program Link: Completion cards, defining the final badge requirement, will be distributed to Cadette Girl Scouts earning their Babysitter Badge. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Bit by the Travel Bug

Friday, November 4, 2016 4:30pm–6:00pm Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568 $15 per registered Girl Scout (Badges may be purchased at the GSNC Shop) Leaders Free (This is a drop-off program. Girls will be escorted by their Leaders. Drivers may enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds, free of charge. Pick-up is at 6:00pm promptly in the courtyard.) No Tag-Alongs Learn how to use artful inspiration boards to organize your interests and plan the perfect trip! Plot to visit famous sights, where you’ll immerse yourself in the culture through local food, music and so much more! Practice light language skills and learn how to adapt to dress codes respectful of local culture on a foreign journey. Tweak a historic Phipps travel itinerary to suit a modern budget minded graduate. Plan a staycation schedule to highlight your neighborhood’s most revered local attractions! Program Link: Traveler Badge Can’t Make the Date? Contact Lisa at lreichenberger@ oldwestburygardens.org to arrange for a program that suits your schedule. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

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THE GOLDEN FLIGHT TO LEADERSHIP

CONFERENCE & RECEPTION CELEBRATING THE 100 t h ANNIVERSARY OF OUR HIGHEST AWARD

You’re NovemberInvited 12, 2016 SAVE THE DATE

In celebration of the Gold Award’s 100th Anniversary, Girl Scouts of Nassau County invites our volunteers, alumnae, girls in 7-12th grades and parents to this conference. Hear presentations and participate in workshops run by female leaders featuring

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL our keynote speaker, Dr. Shefali Tsabary, an international speaker, clinical psychologist and parenting expert who appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul Sunday.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 9:00AM-4:00PM HILLWOOD COMMONS LIU POST CAMPUS LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY 720 Northern Boulevard Brookville, NY 11548 Questions? Please contact Jan Figueira at figueiraj@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 217

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Imagine your Possibilities This one-day conference will give 6th, 7th and 8th grade girls an opportunity to see and interact with STEM professionals. Each girl will participate in two one-hour hands-on workshops led by women working in the STEM field. In addition, parents/guardians will have two workshops: one STEM related and the other about assisting the girls’ educational pursuits in STEM.

Saturday, October 1, 2016 | 9:00am–3:00pm Hofstra University, Berliner Hall, Hempstead, NY 11549 $30 per registered Girl Scout Enrollment is limited to 100 girls Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 273

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sponsored by Girl Scouts of Nassau County

What is STEPPING? Stepping is a rising art form and an important part of America’s artistic and cultural heritage. In stepping, the body is used as an instrument to create intricate rhythms and sounds through a combination of footsteps, claps and the spoken word. – Excerpt from STEP Afrika website

What to expect: ⚬ You will learn a simple routine ⚬ Your ability to grasp concepts and a routine will be evaluated, as well as your potential to progress

All girls ages 11 to 18 years old are welcome

Saturday, September 17, 2016 The try-outs will be held from 11:00am until 3:00pm Faith Baptist Church Cathedral 145 North Franklin Street, Hempstead, NY 11550 Attire for Try-Outs: ⚬ A jogging sneaker or something with a spring in the heel ⚬ Work-out clothes - not too baggy or too tight that it will interfere with movement ⚬ Leggings or sweatpants/loose t-shirt Bring water Alexis Greaves, algreaves@yahoo.com Jan Figueira, figueiraj@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 217

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Girl Scouts Highest Awards

Take Action for the Bronze Award

Take Action for the Silver Award

Take Action for the Gold Award

What does it take for your GS Troop to earn the Bronze Award? Come to this highly recommended seminar to learn the award guidelines, participate in activities that help you understand the difference between Community Service and Take Action projects, and your role as Leader. GSNC wants you to feel empowered to help guide your girls in earning the highest award for Girl Scout Juniors!

If you are planning to earn the Silver Award, this workshop is for you. Learn the award guidelines, participate in activities that show what it means to do a Take Action project, learn how to map your community, and discover how you can make the world a better place.

Thinking of earning your Gold Award? Then come to this workshop to learn the award guidelines, what it means to do a Take Action project, important deadlines, the approval process, and what your interview will be like. You will also hear how to make a lasting impact on your community as you live the Girl Scout Law.

Leaders and adults Choose one session to attend: Thursday, November 3, 2016 or Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Levittown Hall 201 Levittown Parkway Hicksville, NY 11801 7:00pm–8:30pm (all dates) $5 per adult

Troops, individual Girl Scouts, Leaders and adults Choose one session to attend: Monday, November 14, 2016 or Wednesday, December 7, 2016 Levittown Hall 201 Levittown Parkway Hicksville, NY 11801 7:00pm–8:30pm (all dates) $10 per registered Girl Scout (Includes Take Action Patch) $5 per adult No Tag-Alongs

Troops, individual Girl Scouts, Leaders and adults Choose one session to attend: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 or Tuesday, November 29, 2016 Levittown Hall 201 Levittown Parkway Hicksville, NY 11801 7:00pm–8:30pm (all dates) $10 per registered Girl Scout (Includes Take Action Patch) $5 per adult No Tag-Alongs

For more information contact Patte Conway, conwayp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 219

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WIN A SUMMER INTERNSHIP AT ONE OF THE NATIONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PREMIER MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES!

Have you wondered what it would be like to become a scientist? Would you enjoy working on discoveries that could help cure diseases?

Advancing Women in Science and Medicine (AWSM), at the

Feinstein Institute for Medical Research invites Girl Scouts to discover the challenges and rewards of medical research. Attend this event and meet female students, scientists and physicians who will help you explore careers in science and medicine.

Who: What: Where: When: Why:

10th Grade only

11th Grade only

Moms/Guardians of Participating Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts and their moms/guardians will meet female graduate students, post-graduates, scientists, and physicians, to learn about careers in science and medicine and discuss the rewards and challenges of biomedical research. The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research 350 Community Drive, Manhasset, NY 11030 (Entrance #3) Tuesday, November 1, 2016 5:00pm-7:00pm Girl Scouts in 11th grade are invited to apply for the 2017 AWSM/Girl Scouts Summer Internship Award. The recipient will receive a scholarship toward her education and gain hands-on summer research experience under the mentorship of an AWSM faculty member.

Cost:

$5 commitment fee per girl (No fee for attending adults)

Contact:

Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 273

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Molloy College – Fall Career Shadow Day

Tuesday, September 20, 2016 8:30am–2:00pm Molloy College 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Psychology and Counseling, Siena Hall, Room 100 $10 Commitment fee Enrollment is limited to 6 girls Interested in a STEM field? Want to understand the science behind behavior, thoughts, and feelings? Interested in doing research and helping others? Would you love to spend time in a Biology Research Lab? Would you enjoy seeing mathematics at the college level? Are you interested in teaching STEM as a career? Want to spend time with college professors? Then this Career Shadowing Day is for you! Only six spots available for the Fall Career Shadow Day with Dr. Melissa Gebbia, Dr. Mary Kusenda, and Dr. Maureen Sanz. Patty Donohue-Brown, brownp@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 273

Cookies 101

Choose one session to attend: Friday, December 9, 2016 9:30am–11:00am Hicksville Public Library, Community Room 169 Jerusalem Aveune, Hicksville, NY 11801 Or Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Thursday, December 15, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm

Location TBD $5 per Troop Cookie Manager or Troop Leader (Includes light refreshments and take home “tool-kit”) No Tag-Alongs Get Ready for the 100th Anniversary of Girl Scout Cookies! Find out how to teach your Girl Scouts business skills while earning money for their Troop so they can go on exciting trips and try out new adventures. This workshop is for new Cookie Managers and/or Troop Leaders and it provides an overview of the Cookie Program including the best booth sales strategies, how to encourage parent participation and information on earning financial literacy and Cookie business badges. You will receive a lot of extra activities and resources to help make Cookies an earning, learning and fun-tabulous experience for your girls. Note: This voluntary workshop is meant to be taken in addition to your Association Troop Manager training. Advance registration required. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext.249

Making eBudde Your Buddy A Workshop for Cookie Managers with 1-2 years’ experience

Choose one session to attend: Monday, December 12, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm Or Friday, December 16, 2016 10:00am–11:30am Temporary Location: Girl Scout Service Center

CRAFT, LAUGH, LEARN WEEKEND

September 30, 2016-October 2, 2016 at Camp Blue Bay in East Hampton $65 full weekend/$40 Saturday only Registered Girl Scout Adults only

Connect with your fellow Girl Scout Volunteers and make memories that will last a lifetime! For more information, and to register, visit gsnc.org All participants get three fantastic workshops! Possible workshop topics include SWAPS, Journeys, Girl Scout Songs, and Awards. There will also be a Saturday night activity and craft. Register now and choose your workshops in September.

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325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 $5 per adult Troop Cookie Manager or Troop Leader So…you’re no longer a Cookie Rookie…and you’ve got a year or two of being a Troop Cookie Manager “under your belt”… but, eBudde is not yet your buddy! And, you’ve noticed your girls are getting older…. they’ve been asking about doing more in-person selling… but you remain a little afraid of the Big Bad Booth. On top of it all, this year you’ll need to share information with your Troop about the exciting Digital Cookie Program. Never fear, you are on your way to adding “Experienced Sales and Supply Chain Manager” to your resumé!

The Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566 Or Wednesday, September 21, 2016 Bethpage Community Park 1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage, NY 11714 7:00pm–8:30pm No fee for Troop Managers and Troop Leaders No Tag-Alongs Here’s a great opportunity to find out about all of the new things going on this year with Mags&Munchies; tasty new products, colorful new patches, great new girl rewards and even more…

At this session, veteran Troop Cookie managers and staff will share their tips for success. A take-home tool kit and refreshments will be provided. Please note: this program is for Troop Volunteers who have been involved with the Cookie Program for at least 1 year. This program does NOT take the place of your Association Cookie Manager training.

Attend an in-person Mags&Munchies Troop Manager training. Every community with an Association Chair will be holding their own training, however, if your Association doesn’t have a Chair or you can’t make it to the scheduled training, you can drop in at one of three regional trainings (held in the Towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead or Oyster Bay).

Advance registration required. Programs at gsnc.org. Lucy M. Effron, effronl@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 265

Find out first-hand how your Troop can earn quick and easy start-up money by participating in candy/nut/magazine and photo product sales. Girls loved making and receiving their MyCreation Giraffe patch last year, and they’re sure to want the new Koala character available this year. All Troop materials will be available for pick-up.

Be Brilliant… Shine On at Mags&Munchies Regional Trainings (Troop Mags&Munchies Managers and/or Troop Leaders) Choose one session to attend: Monday, September 19, 2016 The Amsterdam at Harborside 300 E Overlook, Port Washington, NY 11050 Or Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Note: This program is an overview, intended for repeat Troop Managers or those who cannot make it to their own Association training session. For more in-depth training, especially for first time Troop Mags&Munchies Managers or new Troop Leaders, please contact your Association Chair or consider attending one of the “New to Mags&Munchies” training. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

New to Mags&Munchies

(Troop Mags&Munchies Managers and/or Troop Leaders) Choose one session to attend: Thursday, September 8, 2016 or Monday, September 12, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm Temporary Location: Girl Scout Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 $5 per person (Includes light refreshments and take home “toolkit”) No Tag-Alongs If you’re new to Girl Scouts or just not familiar with the Mags&Munchies program, we have a workshop that’s perfect for you. We’ll review the 5 Skills, booth sales, patches and badges that can be earned and discover some great ideas on how to make Mags&Munchies fun and rewarding for your girls and yourself. You’ll leave with resources and tools to help you guide your Troop to “be brilliant…Shine On” this year. Note: This voluntary workshop is meant to be taken in addition to your Association Troop Manager training. Advance registration required. Fran McAllister, mcallisterf@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

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and Memories

Bowling Bash Rally Sunday, September 25, 2016

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Choose one session to attend: Juniors: 10:00am–11:30am Brownies: 12noon–1:30pm Daisies: 2:00pm–3:30pm Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors: 4:00pm–5:30pm Sheridan AMF Lanes, 199 E. Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NY 11501 $5 per Girl Scout (Includes Rally patch, welcome gift and game prize) Adult coverage is free. No refunds given. No Tag-Alongs

Kick-Off the Mags&Munchies Program and the new Girl Scout year by going to the annual GSNC Bowling Bash. Girls get to re-connect with their old friends and make new ones as they’re having a great time bowling, dancing and playing Nutty BINGO. Each girl receives a patch, welcome gift and prize. Girls must wear light soled sneakers. Food/drink will be available for purchase. Advance registration by Tuesday, September 20, 2016 required. Fran McAllister, mcallister@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 249

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Camp Life Is the Best Life! Outdoor Training (Adults) Trip Training What is a Girl Scout trip and how do you get ready for it? The Trip Training course will prepare Leaders and trip coordinators to bring their Troops/Groups on any Girl Scout trip or activity. Participants will become familiar with GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints, GSNC Policies, Standards and Guidelines, budgeting, timing, transportation and other topics, so that the event is fun and safe for all. Please Note: Trip Training is a pre-requisite for Outdoor Camp Training.

Outdoor Education Girl Scouts of Nassau County provides Outdoor Education courses to help Girl Scout volunteers prepare themselves to help girls enjoy outdoor experiences together. Training will introduce progression in the outdoors, review camp facilities and provide basic skills for outdoor program. Under the guidance of trained and enthusiastic adults, girls may take their first hike, build their first campfire and sleep under the stars for the first time. Two ways to participate: Option 1 (Two evening sessions and one overnight at camp) Register for: Trip Training, Overnight Pre-plan & Mandatory Overnight Individual classes must be taken in sequence. Cost: Mandatory Overnight Training Fee to cover cost of food and program supplies is $20 per adult. Daycare for your school-age children will be available during the Mandatory Overnight. All children attending will take part in a specially designed camp program during the day, while the adults participate in training. Parents and children will enjoy an evening program and overnight accommodations together. Cost per child is $15, and includes lunch and program fee. Registration for children must be done separately by mail. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first come, first served basis as the registration arrives with payment. If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity go to gsnc.org and click on “Volunteers” to download the daycare registration form. Option 2 (All in one weekend Friday through Sunday at Camp) Register for: All in One Camp Training Please note this course will include Trip Training, Overnight Pre-plan and Mandatory Overnight. Cost is $25 per person. Daycare is not available during this weekend.

Trip Training Tuesday, November 15, 2016 Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 Tuesday, March 14, 2017 7:15pm–10:00pm (all dates)

Outdoor Education Option 1 Overnight Pre-plan (7:15pm–10:00pm) Thursday, March 30, 2017 Wednesday, April 5, 2017 Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Mandatory Overnight (8:00am Saturday through 1:00pm Sunday) Saturday, May 6–Sunday, May 7, 2017 Option 2 All in One Training (6:00pm Friday through 1:00pm Sunday) Friday, September 16–Sunday, September 18, 2016

Camp Update Monday, October 10, 2016 Tuesday, January 17, 2017 Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Thursday, May 11, 2017 7:30pm–9:00pm (all dates)

Camp Update Camp guidelines, procedures and program change. Your camping skills must be updated every three years to enable you to take girls camping. The Camp Update course will review skills, provide up-to-date information on camp materials used, ecology and environmental guidelines.

Camp Life Is the Best Life! Camp Blue Bay

Second Annual Halloween Party Friday, October 21, 2016–Sunday, October 23, 2016 Design your costumes, bring along your swaps, grab some treats and plan to celebrate! Spend the day Saturday enjoying the great outdoors. Take a hike to the beach, make a candle, create a fall decoration and play some games. After dinner it’s time to party! Take part in the costume contest, enjoy some activities, show us your moves on the dance floor and share your treats. Troops can choose to arrive Friday night or Saturday morning. No training required for adults but we do ask that you limit the number of adults to allow more girls to attend. Indoor space and tents will be assigned based on the number of people in your group and as registrations with payment arrive. Troops will be expected to share sites.

$45 per person (Includes Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening snack and Sunday breakfast) Camp Blue Bay, East Hampton, NY Visit gsnc.org and click on “Camp” to learn more and download a registration form. Laura Bissett-Carr, Manager, Program & Outdoor Services, bissettl@gsnc.org or 631.604.2201

Camp Blue Bay Showcase & Information Night for Troop Leaders (Adults) Tuesday, November 8, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm Temporary Location: GSNC Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 Have you wondered what Camp Blue Bay is like? Join us for the evening to learn all you need to know about Camp Blue Bay! Sample topics to be covered: ⚬ T raditional Troop Camping, what it takes, what training is required ⚬ Program Weekends, what’s offered and when ⚬ Program equipment available for use while at camp ⚬ Rental Equipment Sets, what are they, how to arrange to use them ⚬ Badge and Journey in a weekend kits – what’s available

Visiting Camp Blue Bay (Adults) Arrange a visit to Camp Blue Bay to see everything camp has to offer! Maybe you are thinking about camping with your troop but would like to see the accommodation options first? Is Summer 2017 on your mind already? Perhaps you are thinking of sending your Girl Scout to Camp Blue Bay? Take a drive and enjoy a self paced walk around the grounds! Laura Bissett-Carr, Manager, Program & Outdoor Services, bissettl@gsnc.org or 631.604.2201 to arrange a date and time that will work for you.

Laura Bissett-Carr, Manager, Program & Outdoor Services, bissettl@gsnc.org or 631.604.2201

Council Programs

Camp Life Is the Best Life!

Camp Blue Bay Resources Can you imagine arriving at Camp Blue Bay with your Troop and the cooking gear you need is already at your site? Enticing isn’t it? Consider this: with our new pilot program you can arrange to rent one or more of the three available equipment sets.

$25 Cooking Equipment

$15 Dishes and Silverware

You will find basic First Aid Kits positioned all around the camp: Tent Units, Troop Houses, Activity Building and Dining Hall

On the sports field, girls will enjoy the Gaga Pit and a variety of other sports equipment: volleyball, soccer, basketball, tetherball to name a few as well as a supply of jump ropes, frisbees and hula hoops for a day of fun and physical activity.

$10 Beverage Set

Coming Fall 2016 you will be able to reserve “camp kits”. These Camp Kits are boxes with all the necessary items needed to teach your Girl Scouts important outdoor skills such as compass, knots, or knife safety.

Be sure to visit the website gsnc.org regularly as new things are being added throughout the year!

Save the Date

Saturday afternoon, January 7, 2017 Crafts, Cookie tasting (including the new S’mores Cookie), S.W.A.P.S. and FUN! Go to the gsnc.org or GSNC OLC in October for sign-up details.

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Get ready to join the nationwide celebration by participating in

Girl Scouts of the USA’s Cookie Troop 100!

Save the Date!

Your Troop can participate in 4 easy steps: 1

Set a troop goal and share the plan for your cookie money—what cool stuff will you do to improve your community this year?

2 Earn a Cookie Business badge— you can take your pick! 3 As a troop, ask 100 NEW customers to buy cookies.

Feb. 24-26, 2017

4 Bling Your Booth. Gather your troop and get those creative juices flowing to come up with a fun theme—a party, a race, a cookie disco—what will it be? You can even include a Cookie 100th twist. Just remember to snap a cool photo!

Once all 4 steps are completed, ask your troop leader to submit your Troop entry at girlscouts.org/cookietroop100 to unlock and order your patch.

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SAVE THE DATE

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Girl Scouts of Nassau County

Girls Go the Distance Welcomes girls, their families, and the community to our new 2017 “Family FunDay”

SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017 Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Run relay races, play games, compete in lots of fun physical and mental challenges, and enjoy an old-fashioned picnic in the great outdoors. Bring your lunch – and all the energy you can muster. Free snacks and beverages provided.

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Come visit the GSNC Volunteer Resource Center

We have exciting new resources that Volunteers can borrow, including Journey in a Weekend Kits and Badge Kits These kits are perfect for Troops looking to run Journeys during a sleepover or a weekend at Camp Blue Bay

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Daisy Money Counts Leaf Kit

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Daisy Count It Up Leaf Kit

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Brownie Meet My Customers Badge Kit

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Brownie Wonders of Water Journey

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Junior aMUSE Journey

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Cadette Amaze Journey

Brownie Fair Play Badge Kit

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Senior: Mission Sisterhood Journey

Junior Jeweler Badge Kit

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I can’t wait to earn the patch!

Share your love of Girl Scouting and earn the “I can’t wait to” patch! All you have to do is complete 3 of the activities below:

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Show your Girl Scout Love at Back to School Night! − Wear your Girl Scout uniform and pass out flyers and interest forms (pick them up at the council service center) or − Wear your Girl Scout uniform and greet people as they come in or − (do something else and tell us about it) Hang up a Girl Scout poster at school! − Create your own poster or − Pick up a poster at the council service center Make an announcement about Girl Scouts at your school! − Ask for permission to make an all-school announcement about the fun of Girl Scouts or − Ask your teacher if you can talk about Girl Scouts in front of your class. Be sure to bring pictures of all of the fun things you do as a Girl Scout to share or − Talk about Girl Scouts at a school assembly Volunteer at a Girl Scout Recruitment Event! − You can teach the girls some Girl Scouts songs and the Girl Scout Law and Promise or − Create SWAPS with the girls at the event or − Tell the adults at the event what you love about Girl Scouts or − Talk about your experience with a Journey you’ve done and your uniform or − Help staff and volunteers deliver programs to new Girl Scouts! ◾ Contact GSNC to find out when the next Recruitment event is happening in your community! Represent Girl Scouts at a community event, such as: − A community fair − The farmers market − National Night Out − Multicultural festivals − Community health fairs

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Ready to get started? E-mail us at debellegardel@gsnc.org for more information. When you complete 3 steps, bring this form to the Council SHOP and get your free patch! Open to the first 500 Girls.

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Deck the Halls

Thursday, December 8, 2016 5:00pm–6:00pm Saint Joseph’s Hospital 4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 Free Event, Open to the Public (Complimentary patch for Girl Scouts included) Tag-Alongs Welcome You’re invited to decorate the Emergency Room Christmas tree dedicated to Girl Scouts by St. Joseph’s Hospital. Pick-up free buttons, at the GSNC Shop, to fashion into ornaments for the tree. Sing carols, receive a Christmas blessing, and enjoy refreshments. Whisper your wish list to Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

Media Girl Information Night

Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Sign-up to Clean-up

Saturday, September 24, 2016 10:00am–12:00noon Garvies Point Museum and Preserve, 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, NY 11542 Free of Charge, Open to the Public Girls must register with Veronica Natale at vnatale@nassaucountyny.gov by Friday, September 16, 2016 Join volunteers from all over the world to clean-up 200 feet of shoreline at Garvies Point Museum and Preserve. Girls will learn how to categorize and record their findings, which will be analyzed by scientists at the Ocean Conservancy to determine what is polluting our water. Follow-up online with the Ocean Conservancy to learn the results of your efforts and how you can make the world a better place. Bring a brown bag lunch to be enjoyed after the clean-up. Program Link: Learn and Earn program (See more information on page 5) available via email for Daisies earning their “Responsible for What I Say & Do” Petal or their “Between Earth and Sky” Journey Clover Award, Brownies earing their “Wonders of Water” Journey Save Water Award, Juniors earning their “Agent of Change” Journey The Power of One Award Important: Wear closed toe shoes with traction that you do not mind getting wet. Plastic gloves will be provided. Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253

Scarecrow Builders

Saturday, September 24, 2016 (Raindate: Sunday, September 25, 2016) 9:00am–12:00noon Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, NY 11804 $5 per Girl Scout Builder (Includes patch) Leaders free No Builder Tag-Along Admission fees may apply for non-team members entering Long Island Fair. Enter the scarecrow building contest at the Long Island Fair. Wood frames and hay are ready and waiting to be stuffed and dressed with a creative ensemble. Participants must bring supplies to accessorize their scarecrow. Team consist of 6 or less builders and up two Leaders. Registration deadline is Saturday, September 3, 2016. Twelve GS teams will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Decorations must be picked up on Sunday, October 2, 2016, between 5:00pm–6:00pm . Lisa Bordonaro-Lubrano, lubranol@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 253 36 � POSSIBILITIES FALL 2016

Have you ever wondered how the girls got on the Cookie boxes? Or end up on the GSNC Website or appear in our printed materials? They are GSNC Media Girls! If you are outgoing and personable, like being photographed and want to be on television/ radio, then you fit the “Media Girl” profile. Daisies through Ambassadors are welcome! “Media Girls” will be participating in different media opportunities for Girl Scouts of Nassau County such as public service announcements, on-camera interviews, or perhaps photo-ops for the cover of a magazine or newsletter. It is essential for “Media Girls” to be outgoing, and willing to smile on cue. Most importantly, you must be willing to tell the Girl Scout story in your own words! If all of this thrills you and you can be flexible when last-minute media events occur, take the opportunity to shine by attending our Information Night! This is your only chance to become part of this one of a kind program! This year 25 new girls will be added to the Media Girl Program. During the information night, you will learn what it takes to be a member, what your commitment will be and what the next step are to Girl Scout Stardom!

Thursday, September 15, 2016 7:00pm–8:30pm Temporary Location: Girl Scout Service Center 325 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 No Tag-Alongs Please register with only your Girl Scout as this is not a Troop activity. One parent per girl must attend. For more information, contact: Donna Rivera-Downey Chief Marketing and Communications Officer riverad@gsnc.org or 516.741.2550 ext. 260.

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“In Your Heart Lives A Rainbow”

Green Light Yoga Inspiring children to shine bright naturally Our goal at Green Light Yoga is to inspire children to feel good about themselves and the world around them. We aim to build self confidence and focusing skills through physical movement and mindful thinking. We encourage children to shine bright, while practicing kindness and compassion towards others. Yoga is a wonderful tool to help children relax and relieve stress naturally. We offer an introduction to yoga using age appropriate poses and language. Classes are designed to be informational and enjoyable through the use of poses, games, simple crafts and books, all in a fun and comfortable environment.

An exciting, uplifting interactive show! Karen Seader, The Lady of the Rainbow, creates an enchanting, multi-cultural experience that encourages kindness, respect, sharing, appreciation, and being the best you can be. Using original songs and stories, Karen engages the girls with colorful props, movement, dance, musical instruments and dazzling lights. Program Links: Girl Scout Daisies can earn – Any of the Petals you choose; Daisy Flower Garden and 3 Cheers For Animals Journeys. Girl Scout Brownies can earn – “Hear a Story” Journey Badge from A World of Girls, “Loving Water” Badge from Wow! Wonders of Water, “My Best Self”, “Making Friends”, and “Dancer” Skill Building Badges, from The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting for Brownies. Call to schedule Will come to your Troop meeting $10.00 per participant Minimum 10 For more information contact: Karen Seader at 516.483.1899 or kare4you2@yahoo.com InYourHeartLivesaRainbow.com

We will hold classes where your troop meets and can accommodate up to 25 children. The cost is $8.00 per child. For information on rates and to book a class, please contact us at Tara Venezia, 516-796-6764 or tvenetz@optonline.net

Karen Seader has been a children’s entertainer for more than 20 years. She has worked with as many as 50,000 children in over 3,000 shows performed at schools, libraries, camps, organizations, parties, and community events.

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Girl Scouts + Bowling Have Fun = Earn Badges

In addition to great team building & fun celebrations your Girl Scouts can earn the following badges while bowling: Daisies: Be a Sister Brownies: Fair Play = My Best Self Junior: Practice with Purpose = Staying Fit = Business Owner CaDette: Good Sportsmanship = Entrepreneur senior: Cross Training = Women’s Health amBassaDor: Coaching

we are happy to personally work with your troop to Create a fun anD memoraBle event for your girls

For more information and to schedule your event, contact Teresa McCarthy (Girl Scout Troop Leader and Maple Family Centers Director of Community Events) Teresa@MapleLanes.com (516) 678 - 3010 100 Maple Ave = RVC, NY 11570 RVCLanes.com = 516 - 678 - 3010 999 Conklin St = F’dale, NY 11735 FarmingdaleLanes.com = 631 - 249 - 4300

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Build character, confidence and fitness! Move, dance and exercise to your favorite music. Then, join in peer appropriate discussions, exchange honest compliments, and embrace their own originality while respecting diversity during facilitated girl-talk.

30 minutes of dance fitness 30 minutes of girl-talk A Lifetime of Confidence

Experienced by thousands of Girl Scouts

10% discount for returning troops! $15 per girl $150 minimum per class $100 deposit required

Femcho Femcho

Customize your own program to earn petals and badges while on your journey. Have fun, bond, learn leadership skills, and gain self-respect. Choose from the following programs, led by certified femcho* professionals who create a friendly and nurturing environment: · Original: Confidence · Leadership: What you need to lead · Friendship First: Anti-Bullying · Athletic: Compassionate Competition · Healthy Choices: You are what you Eat · Success: For Girls at Risk · Transitions: Successfully flow through Life Stages · Stress Busters: Learn to "chill out" & manage stress

1 Museum 17 Programs ! The Whaling Museum offers unique workshops and customized overnights in art, science, culture, and history. (You get to touch artifacts, too!)

Jeweler | Playing the Past | Home Scientists Letterboxing | Senses | Habitats More @ cshwhalingmuseum.org

Flexible Scheduling | Weekdays & Weekends 11/2 Hours | $10 Scout, Adults Free | $100 Minimum Every Program Includes Take-Home Craft Contact Katie Kelly 631-367-3418 x10 | kkelly@cshwhalingmuseum.org 279 Main Street Cold Spring Harbor, NY FALL 2016 POSSIBILITIES � 41

Yoga Kids Instructor Troops, Individual Girls and Tag-Alongs Om Tara Yoga Studio Will Help Your Girl Scout Troop Earn Badges! DAISY - Petal (purple and red) We will talk about keeping our bodies strong with fun and active yoga poses. Learning to respect ourselves and others by being considerate and caring. BROWNIE - Best Self - Yoga poses vary from balancing, strengthening, twisting, back bending and inverting. All these poses have the ability to teach a child about their body. Body awareness is an invaluable tool for all stages and ages of life. JUNIOR - Staying Fit - Yoga provides kids an immediate outlet to reduce stress in a safe and nurturing environment. It is a physical exercise that produces happy endorphins. While breathing exercises slow down the heart rate, relaxation techniques are powerful sources for calming the mind and body. CADETTE - Science of Happiness - A growing amount of mind-body and brain-based research shows that when children learn yoga, they become more present, more empowered to manage their emotions and more content and successful in school and in life. Studio available by appointment Will teach class at Troopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location Yoga classes run 45 minutes to 1 hour OM TARA YOGA STUDIO 518A Broadway Massapequa, NY 11758 www.omtarayoga.com $10.00 per Girl Scout Maximum 25 girls Licensed to teach Yoga to the Special Needs Child. For more information contact: Barbara Ludwig 516.526.6350 cell 516.456.0403 studio Bludwig1127@gmail.com

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Mad Science of Long Island Bring Fun Science to Your Troop Meeting!

Mad Science aims to spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing fun, entertaining and educational activities that instill a clear understanding of what science really is and how it affects the world around us. Mad Science programs encourage informal learning through hands-on experiences. They are fun explorations into science and technology, and include a lot of fascinating equipment, supplies and take-home materials. PROGRAM LINKS: Mad Science programs are correlated to meet your new science requirements. Call for an appointment Will come and bring everything to your Troop meeting $205 per workshop Up to 20 participants For more information contact: 516.620.6768 info@madscienceli.com

The Heckscher Museum of Art Flying Trapeze

in Heckscher Park, Huntington Visit us or We visi t you!

Ages 4 years and up – Troops and individuals Celebrating 10 years flying on Long Island. Flying Trapeze has become the newest and most exciting experience on Long Island. This activity gives participants of all ages a chance to learn something new, challenge themselves, and explore and discover hidden talents. I.FLY unlocks skills and builds confidence in a unique way. Sign up alone or bring the whole Troop. When booked as a group, each “Flyer” will receive a complimentary I.FLY Activity Patch. It’s safe, enjoyable, and the most fun your Troop will have all year. It’s time to stop wondering and start flying! 1.5 hours of flying trapeze for up to 14 participants April–October (See schedule online. Hours vary based on season) FLY the PARK I.FLY @ Eisenhower Park (April - Oct) East Meadow, NY 11554 In front of the Nassau County Aquatic Center FLY the BEACH I.FLY @ Long Beach (May - Aug) Long Beach, NY 11561 At the Boardwalk on Riverside Blvd. (See iflytrapeze.com for more info, schedules, locations, and directions. Hours may vary based on season.) Weekday $45 per participant WEEKDAYS and $50 WEEKENDS when booked as a group at our Eisenhower Park location. (Long Beach pricing may vary.) Contact Anthony or Marco at book@iflytrapeze. com or call 516.640.6995 or 516.640.1579 for more info and to book.

Get d inspire iting by exc s! exhibit

EXPeRIeNCe... a guided tour designed just for you

CReate...

artwork in a variety of media and techniques $175/workshop at the Museum $200/workshop at your Meeting

Programs are approximately 90 min. Select weekday afternoons/evenings. No Tag-Alongs please.

Call 631.351.3214 or e-mail education@heckscher.org! Like and follow us! @heckschermuseum

2 Prime Avenue Huntington, NY 11743 Heckscher.org

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Old Westbury Gardens Old Westbury Gardensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Westbury House Museum and 200 acres of Gardens and woodlands offer endless opportunities for scouting fun! Guided tours explore nature, science, art, history and more.

Daisies meet Daisy and some of her seasonal flower friends in our Garden beds, learn the bee waggle dance and plant their own Plant Pal. Brownie- Celebrating Community, My Family Story, Bugs, Painting, The Brownie Girl Scout Way, Senses Junior- Drawing, Gardener, Flowers, Animal Habitats, The Junior Girl Scout Way, Playing the Past Cadette- Animal Helpers, The Cadette Girl Scout Way, Trees, Trailblazing Senior- Locavore, Adventurer, Sky, Traveler

Ambassador- The Ambassador Girl Scout Way, Water, Photographer

For More Information Contact: Cost:

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Lisa Reichenberger at 516.333.0048, x 338 or lreichenberger@oldwestburygardens.org $9 per scout $7 Non-leaders (Additional adults and children not participating in the craft/ activity) Troop Leaders admitted free of charge Minimum- $75 per program

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Year-Round Scouting Fun: Day & Night Take a tour

Spend an afternoon … or the entire day. The Museum provides fun and learning for “kids of all ages!”

Hands-on Workshops!

Brownies: Bugs, Home Scientist, Painting, Senses merit badges Juniors: Detective, Drawing merit badges More workshops on Legacy and Skill-Building badges are in development!

Scoutreach!

We bring LICM to your meeting place with a variety of age-appropriate Museum Outreach programs. (see Museums on the Go—www.licm.org)

Spend the Night in the Great Indoors!

Overnights are ideal for scouts in grades K–6 New for 2017—“The Institute of Silly Science”

Celebrate Scouting!

The Long Island Children’s Museum is available for private rentals. Host your association’s special event here!

Scout FAQs

Who: Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scout Troops When: Tours and workshops by arrangement. View 2017 Overnights schedule at www.licm.org (“Group Visits”) How: Register for Overnights/Events: Faun Guarino (516) 224-5840; for all other scout programs email: Reservations@licm.org, Subject: Scout workshop /tours Call to request detailed information and advancement checklists.

Lo ng I s lan d Ch ildre n’s Mu s eum 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 • 516-224-5800 • www.licm.org On Charles Lindbergh Blvd. (Museum Row) near the Nassau Coliseum

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GAALS Comes to You for Fun, Engaging Workshops Integrating Meaningful Discussions and Providing Strategies for Daily Life Pairing Life Skills with Physical Activities ⚬ Communication & Listening ⚬ Goal Setting, Motivation & Persistence ⚬ Strength, Courage & Trying New Things ⚬ Respect & Celebrating Differences ⚬ Sportsmanship & Fair Play ⚬ Life Balance, Mindfulness & Focus ⚬ Teamwork ⚬ Confidence & Self-Esteem

⚬ Hula Hoop ⚬ Jump Rope ⚬ Balance ⚬ Recess Games ⚬ Indoor Games ⚬ Around the World Games ⚬ Around the World Dance ⚬ Line Dancing We work with leaders to tailor our curriculum to suit the personalities of the girls and troop goals.

Go to www.GAALSusa.com for more information Email info@GAALSusa.com to schedule a workshop

Building Emotional & Social Skills Through Physical Activities & Games… Enabling Girls to Build the Courage, Competence, Character & Confidence to Assertively Navigate Their Relationships and Everyday Lives.

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Picture The Prairie Discover the wonders of a tall grass prairie right here in Nassau County and preserve your images on paper as you create your own artwork using selected specimens collected from the natural world. You will go on a tour of this unique prairie habitat to observe and learn about Long Island ecology, rare and endangered species and how to be a good steward of the land. You will learn the difference between native and non-native plants and animals, and why we preserve and restore our vanishing habitats. Visit our new green and sustainable Education and Research Center on the site. Additional activities vary with the seasons, and include plant and bird identification, photography, kite flying, insect collection and identification, understanding native plants and animals, native seed collection, and planting. Call or email to schedule Hempstead Plains at Nassau Community College East NCC Campus entrance off of Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 For specific directions, see website: www.friendsofhp.org. $5.00 per Girl Scout ($50.00 min.) Wear long pants and good hiking shoes. Prepare for the weather For more information contact: Contact Betsy Gulotta 516.572.7575 ext.26531 info@friendsofhp.org

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Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site and Interpretive Center

Looking for a fun way to keep your troop active? Long Beach Tennis Center is more than just tennis. Through a partnership with Cure Mommy’s Breast Cancer, come experience fun multi-sport activities, carnivals, crafts and parties. All events geared specifically to the age and ability of your troop. Events scheduled at your convenience. All events work towards a patch.

Call or email to schedule Long Beach Tennis Center 899 Monroe Blvd Long Beach, NY 11561 Contact Long Beach Tennis Center at 516.432.6060 Work on components of It’s Your StoryTell It! through physical activities on the tennis court Cost: Call for more information. Pricing begins at $12 per scout Call/Email: Lori D'Antonio 516.432.6060 or email lori@longbeachtenniscenter.com Tag-Alongs OK Deposit required Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing Fun patch provided Call us for schedule of special events for individuals or troops! Seniors & Ambassadors Looking for volunteer opportunities? Learn how to work on physical activities with children. Once trained, assist in event planning and volunteer at our ongoing special events.

Cure Mommy’s Breast Cancer - CMBC is a not for profit 501©(3) corp. that provides financial assistance to those in need while suffering the burdens of breast cancer.

The Birthplace offers exciting Youth Programs that attract many Girl Scouts each year, such as: Make a Dream Catcher ~ NEW PROGRAM. Dream Catchers were originally made by the children of Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee. To Native Americans, dreams were messages sent by sacred spirits. Learn the legends of how Dream Catchers worked and create your very own. Make A Cornhusk Figure Wherever corn was grown as a crop, children in both Native American and Colonial American families used husks to fashion dolls. With a knowledgeable interpreter, fashion your own cornhusk figure—either boy or girl. Learn the legend of the cornhusk figure—why did it not have a face? VICTORIAN TEA PARTY Join the party! This fun and informative program includes role-playing while teaching social skills, self-esteem and confidence. Children learn dining manners during their snack of iced tea or apple juice and sandwich or munchkins. They also practice table setting, proper telephone manners and introductions. All make their own place card. POETRY DAZE Meet a published poet! Discuss how a poet finds inspiration to write a poem. Using their imagination and creativity, each participant will be encouraged to write a poem and share it with the group. All have fun while building awareness of language and enhancing comprehension skills. Call to schedule Walt Whitman Birthplace 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd. Huntington Station, NY 11746 www.waltwhitman.org $9.00 per participant Leaders free $25.00 deposit required Minimum fee $115.00 Carolyn Diglio, Education Coordinator 631.427.5240 ext. 113, educator@waltwhitman.org

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Troop Program Registration Form Fill out a separate form for each activity. Registration forms may be photocopied, or downloaded from gsnc.org. Registration can also be submitted online at gsnc.org (credit card required for payment).

Name of Program/Event Date(s)

Time(s)

If Applicable: 2nd Choice

3rd Choice

Troop Number

Level/Age

Name of Adult in Charge Address Town/State/Zip

Daytime Phone

Email Address Cost Per Girl $ ___________________________ x # of Girls ___________________________ = $ __________________________ Cost Per Adult $ __________________________ x # of Adults __________________________ = $ __________________________ To use Cookie Credits for payment, fill out the appropriate boxes on the Individual Girl Scout form. Please attach this form to the Troop form before submission. Total Amount Enclosed $ ____________________________ Make check payable to Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Inc. *Limited Financial Assistance Available* Please note adult coverage per Activity Checkpoints. Go to gsnc.org/trainingforms and click on Safety Activity Checkpoints. ABSOLUTELY NO TAG-ALONGS – unless event states otherwise.

Leaders/Advisors:

Please discuss the plan with your girls before registering them for trips and events. Do not assume that your entire Troop will attend. Since we cannot refund fees for girls who do not attend, please only register and pay for those girls who are interested and available. This will prevent numerous no-shows and will allow us to serve more girls with our programs.

A confirmation will be sent to you. ❍ Please check here if you would prefer confirmation by Email. Applications that are incomplete or that do not have the correct payment attached cannot be processed, and will be returned to the Troop Leader. Council reserves the right to change or cancel any program based on the number of registrations received, space limitations, or weather. Applicants will be notified of any change.

Para mas información o si tiene cualquier pregunta por favor llame al 516.741.2550 ext. 106. Return Program registration form and payment to: Program Services Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Inc. 110 Ring Road West Garden City, NY 11530

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Individual Girl Scout Program Registration Form Fill out a separate form for each activity. Registration forms may be photocopied, or downloaded from gsnc.org. Registration can also be submitted online at gsnc.org (credit card required for payment). Girls can attend with a non-registered Girl Scout friend, provided she includes the $30 member registration fee (includes $15 council service fee) with her program registration.

Name of Program/Event Date(s)

Time(s)

If Applicable: 2nd Choice

3rd Choice

Name of attendee Troop Number

❍ Girl ❍ Adult

Date of Birth (girl’s)

Address Town/State/Zip

Daytime Phone

Email Address

❍ I would like to use Cookie Credits as payment. Cookie Credit card# �� Signature _____________________________________________ Total Amount Enclosed $ ____________________________ Make check payable to Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Inc. *Limited Financial Assistance Available* If you are not currently registered as a Girl Scout, please check here ❍ and enclose an additional $30 fee*. Please visit our website at gsnc.org to see the other exciting opportunities for Girl Scouts. We hope you decide to fully participate in Girl Scouts of Nassau County.

A confirmation will be sent to you. ❍ Please check here if you would prefer confirmation by Email. Council reserves the right to change or cancel any program based on the number of registrations received, space limitations, or weather. Applicants will be notified of any change.

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2016

and Memories

Girls can run their own business, and Troops earn funds early in the Scout year. Go to girlscouts.qspgao.com/gsnc to set up your online store. Online order-taking starts August 19, 2016. All products are available online, including special gift-giving snacks.

In-person order-taking begins Friday, September 23, 2016. Visit the Mags&Munchies Community on the OLC or go to gsnc.org for more information

C.E. O.

CENTURY OF ENTREPRENEURIAL OPPORTUNITIES

In honor of 100 years of Girl Scouts selling Cookies and having unique entrepreneurial opportunities, you can earn this special GSNC CEO patch if you submit at least $100 in Mags&Munchiesâ&#x20AC;Śand Memories orders AND receive orders for at least 100 boxes of Cookies during the Initial Order period.

Girl Scouts of Nassau County 110 Ring Road West Garden City, NY 11530

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Garden City, NY Permit No. 28

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Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Moved! to 325 Duffy Avenue Hicksville, NY 11801 Although our new home is smaller, we will be there to offer service to all our members and volunteers. So donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to use our online options too! The good news is that our phone numbers, email and mailing addresses will remain the same! Need to visit? Just be sure to update your GPS settings to 325 Duffy Avenue! Hope to see you soon!

Visit us at gsnc.org.