Girl Scout Program Guide: August-December 2022 by GSCP2P

Girl Scout Program Guide AUGUST-DECEMBER 2022

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Table Of Contents August September October November December

Online Calendar Click on the event titles in this document to go directly to the registration information. Register for more events using our online calendar. Use the Advanced Search tool to filter by keywords, dates, location, program level and event category. Calendar: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/events/event-calendar.html

Customer Care Team Our staff is ready to assist you! For any questions regarding Girl Scouting, programs, retail and more, please contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148. Our hours of operation are Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and select Saturdays throughout the year.

Council Shops Our retail department is here to serve you, and we have lots of great ways to meet your needs. Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shop Hours Monday - Thursday, Noon - 5 p.m. Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (between September 3 and November 12) Triad Pick & Pack All Triad Service Center walk-ins will receive free shipping on Girl Scout Shop orders placed at the new service center (303 Pisgah Church Road, Suite C, Greensboro). Pre-ordered pickups are available at the Triad Service Center or the Keyauwee Program Center Trading Post starting August 22. You can use the shop order form, call 800-672-2148 or e-mail info@girlscoutsp2p.org to place an order for mail or pickup. Shop Order Form (for all shop locations): https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/m1yrt4fj1y1aon2/

Upcoming Triad Pop Up Shops Our Triad Pop Up Shop is coming to you! Learn more at https://bit.ly/3wg0yaT

Keyauwee Program Center Trading Post The Girl Scout Shop at Keyauwee will be open Saturday, September 3 and Saturday, September 24 from 10 a.m.3 p.m. (2574 Sweetbriar Road, Sophia). This location will have all the back-to-troop items you need! Uniform Nights Uniform nights are a great way to outfit your troop and get ready for the next year. When you schedule a Uniform Night with us, the council shop will come to your troop meeting with a sample box of uniforms and insignia. You can do uniform fittings and place an order right on the spot! If you are interested in having a Uniform Night for your troop or service unit, use the Pop Up Shop Request Form or call 800-672-2148. Pop Up Shop Request Form: https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/service-unit-mobile-shop-request-form/

Shop with us online 24/7: https://www.girlscoutshop.com/carolinas-peaks-to-piedmont

Fall Product Program The Fall Product Program is a council-sponsored program that combines educational activities with money-earning activities for troops. The program is directed toward friends and family of Girl Scouts and enables troops to earn startup funds for the year by selling magazines, as well as candy and nuts. The program is conducted both face-to-face and via the Internet using a secure online program. Fall Product Program: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/fall-product/about-fall-product-program.html

IMPORTANT FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM DATES September 12: Fall Product Program Begins September 15: Nut Bucks earned from 2021 Fall Product Program expire and Daisy Dollars earned from 2021 cookie program expire October 17: In-person candy/nut order taking ends (on order cards) October 22: Online candy/nut girl-delivery order taking ends November 7: Magazine sales & direct ship candy/nut order taking ends November 10-12: Candy/nut deliveries November 11: Girl reward choices due in M2 system for fall program rewards IMPORTANT GIRL SCOUT COOKIE PROGRAM DATES December 9: Troop initial cookie order due in Smart Cookies December 15: Cookie Dough earned from 2022 cookie program expires December 20: Cookie program begins

Travel Destinations are the ultimate adventure for Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Travel with Girl Scouts from all over the country during the summer.

Virtual Destinations Q&A Join us for one of our upcoming Q&As to learn more about your next Girl Scout adventure! Register at https://bit.ly/3QbEq9Q

Want to travel with your troop? Getaways are short travel programs designed specifically for Girl Scout troops with rising 7th graders and older. Destinations and Getaways and World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts World Center Resources: http://forgirls.girlscouts.org/travel/

Highest Awards Every Girl Scout goes above and beyond to make a difference in her community and the greater world. The skills and experiences she gains along the way set her up for special recognition through the Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards. All three awards give girls the chance to do big things while supporting issues they care about.

Virtual Ready, Set, Take Action Workshops We have trainings to help you get started on earning your Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Award. Register at https://bit.ly/3BP22fO

We’re here to support you! Register for a virtual Ready, Set, Take Action workshop, download handbooks from our website or contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148 if you have any questions. Highest Award Guides and 2022 Highest Awards Yearbook: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/highest-awards.html

Virtual Highest Award FAQ & Brainstorming Sessions Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Register at https://bit.ly/3C8Nqbu

Badge Explorer & Patch Programs Did you know there is a Badge Explorer tool to help you find details on every badge a Girl Scout can earn? Badges and awards are worn on the front of the sash or vest. There are also Patch Programs specific to GSCP2P and our community partners! These programs provide a great way to explore a wide variety of topics and community resources. Patches are worn on the back of the sash or vest. Learn More: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/badges.html

AUGUST SUNDAY

MONDAY 1

TUESDAY

Girl Program

Girl Awards

Important Dates & Council Closings

Cookies & Fall Product

WEDNESDAY

Camp & Outdoors

Special Shop Hours Volunteer Training

THURSDAY 4

FRIDAY 5

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session - Computer Science Badges

Community Partners

SATURDAY 6 Camp License Course

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action Bronze

Renaissance Revival Day Camp Tiny Scientists Day Camp Hold Your Horses! Horse Day Camp

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience

VIRTUAL: National S’mores Day Celebration Triad Service Center Open House

Triad Pop Up Shop: Keyauwee Program Center

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

Me and My Pal: Pool Party

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment The Volunteer Toolkit

VIRTUAL: New Troop Fall Product Manager Training

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience

VIRTUAL: Getting Flexible for Dance, Gymnastics and Contortion

27 Circle C Equestrian Center Open House STEM-Tastic Outdoor Adventure Day Triad Pop Up Shop: Kernersville

Me and My Pal: Pool Party

29 VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Fall Product Training

30 VIRTUAL: A Trip to Mars: An Immersive Escape Room Experience

31 VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action Silver

Volunteer Trainings Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont offers a range of courses to help prepare and train you in your role as a Girl Scout volunteer. Our goal is to provide girls with the best possible program in a secure environment and to provide adult volunteers with the training necessary to ensure excellent programming for our girls and their safety and protection. We know our volunteers lead busy lives and fitting volunteer training into your schedule can be a challenge. That’s why we offer a variety of ways to earn your training- from online courses and independent study to face-to-face sessions. You can find all our required licenses or consult our quick print list of required course work on our website.

Virtual New Leader Enrichments Fourth Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Designed for first year new leaders, our virtual New Leader Enrichment sessions cover a topic each month. Learn more about Girl Scout traditions and programs, as well as the tools and resources available to you. Register at https://bit.ly/3Q8xMkB

Volunteer Training: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/for-volunteers/volunteer-training.html Virtual Leader Lounges Second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussion about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. Register at https://bit.ly/3ptSYFX

Leaderee

Trainfest

Leaderfest

September 9-11, 2022 Keyauwee Program Center

October 14-16, 2022 Camp Pisgah

November 4-6, 2022 Camp Ginger Cascades

For more information about Volunteer Learning Weekends: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/for-volunteers/volunteer-training/awesome-retreats.html

AUGUST VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session - Computer Science Badges Monday, August 1 7 - 8 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and talk about STEM badges and journeys that help build valuable technology skills while exploring scientific topics like gaming and social media. Through STEM, girls are able to solve problems as they use methods from fields like computer science, engineering and cybersecurity. We will discuss an overview of the computer science badges and resources available to help you complete them.

Renaissance Revival Day Camp Monday, August 1 - Friday, August 5 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) DBJ Dragons, knights and fairies, oh my! Blast into a medieval world full of magic! Learn how to joust, create and tame your own dragon and capture fairies! Take archery lessons in Sherwood Forest, make your own candles and create your own crest and suit of armor!

Tiny Scientists Day Camp Monday, August 1 - Friday, August 5 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ Campers will see their dreams come to life as they experiment their way through this camp week. They’ll take part in an egg drop competition, create spaghetti towers, make their own ice cream, explode a watermelon and more! Get science-y, get messy and get inventive! We provide the materials; you provide the imagination!

Hold Your Horses! Horse Day Camp Monday, August 1 - Friday, August 5 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) J

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze Thursday, August 4 5:30 - 7 p.m. JV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Are you a first-time rider or beginner enthusiast? Each day includes a riding lesson, horsemanship activities, horse care and horsethemed crafts. On Friday, introduce your family to your favorite horse!

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

Camp License Course Saturday, August 6 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) V To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience, complete with tent pitching, fires and outdoor cooking and/or to camp out in your backyard or at a non-council site, you will need to complete the Camp License. The Camp License consists of three pieces: Overnight License, Cook Out License and Tenting (approximately three hours). This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. It covers tarps, tents, and knots. The license is valid for five years.

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience Monday, August 8 7 - 7:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that some kids went missing while trick-or-treating at Pandora’s Manor! The locals and police haven’t dared to investigate because word has it there is a ghost that roams the premises. We have been hired to enter and sleuth out what has actually happened so the mystery can finally be solved. If we combine our deductions, we can find out the truth. I don’t believe in ghosts. Do you?

VIRTUAL: National S’mores Day Celebration

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Thursday, August 18 6 - 8 p.m. SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Me and My Pal: Pool Party Friday, August 19 - Sunday, August 21 6 p.m. - 11 a.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) DBJCSAVF Bring your favorite adult out to camp for a weekend of camp fun! Spend time doing all your favorite camp activities and even participate in a pool party!

Triad Pop Up Shop: Keyauwee Program Center Saturday, August 20 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF The Girl Scout Shop is mobile! Come stock up on your favorite Girl Scout gear. Need uniforms? The pop up shop can do fittings and place orders for vests, sashes and more!

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - The Volunteer Toolkit Monday, August 22 7 - 8 p.m. V This session is for first year new leaders. We will go over what the Volunteer Toolkit is and how to use it to plan your troop year. A zoom link will be provided at registration.

VIRTUAL: Troop Fall Product Manager Training Tuesday, August 23 7 - 8 p.m. V This session is for the troop volunteer Fall Product Manager. Get official training and prepare for a successful Fall Product program!

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience Thursday, August 25 7 - 7:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that some kids went missing while trick-or-treating at Pandora’s Manor! The locals and police haven’t dared to investigate because word has it there is a ghost that roams the premises. We have been hired to enter and sleuth out what has actually happened so the mystery can finally be solved. If we combine our deductions, we can find out the truth. I don’t believe in ghosts. Do you?

Wednesday, August 10 DBJCSAVF Join us on Facebook and Instagram for fun, games, crafts and more throughout the day!

AUGUST

STEM-Tastic Outdoor Adventure Day Saturday, August 27 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) JC Learn about STEM in the outdoors! We will dive into our STEM kits to learn about streams, pollinators and dive into a Citizen Scientist Journey.

Circle C Equestrian Center Open House Saturday, August 27 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. DBJCSAVF Join us for a special day at Circle C Equestrian Center! Enjoy a tour of the barn, participant showcases, previews of our upcoming events, an interactive exhibit and meet Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont CEO, Jennifer Wilcox! This event is for everyone, so you do not need to be a Girl Scout to attend.

Triad Pop Up Shop: Kernersville Saturday, August 20 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Kernersville Moravian Church (Kernersville) DBJCSAVF The Girl Scout Shop is mobile! Come stock up on your favorite Girl Scout gear. Need uniforms? The pop up shop can do fittings and place orders for vests, sashes and more!

VIRTUAL: Getting Flexible for Dance, Gymnastics and Contortion Sunday, August 28 5:40 - 6:20 p.m. DBJCSA Girls will master their splits and backbends through fun, safe stretches that will lengthen their muscles and help them relax.

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Fall Product Training Monday, August 29 7 - 8 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and talk about how the Fall Product Program provides an excellent opportunity to learn about goal setting, sales, marketing and budgeting. It’s also a great way to earn income to support Girl Scout activities. Join us to complete your Juliette Fall Product training.

VIRTUAL: A Trip to Mars: An Immersive Escape Room Experience Tuesday, August 30 6 - 6:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that there has been some foul play on the planet Mars! After a secret mission went awry, an astronaut has gone missing. The final transmission was concerning and we were hired to investigate. Can you help solve the mystery and find a way home?

AUGUST

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver Wednesday, August 31 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scouts Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Community Partners Whether you attend an event listed on our calendar or schedule a program on demand, our Community Partners offer unique opportunities for Girl Scouts to enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience! Whenever you’re at a Community Partner activity, remember to wear your vest or sash.

Our Community Partner directory has a search tool that can help you find opportunities for specific program levels, locations, experience category or even badge connection! Community Partner Directory: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/community-partners.html

Thank you to our Community Partners for offering unique experiences: Allison Woods Outdoor Learning Center Amore Kitchen Anchored Soul Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Asheville Museum of Science Bit of Hope Ranch Blowing Rock Art and History Museum Burlington Sock Puppets Catawba Science Center Central North Carolina American Chemical Society Charlotte Youth Ballet Clinique Code Camp Kidz Conflict Resolution Center Expand Coaching and Consulting FTF Fitness and Self Defense For the People Academy Girls Who Launch Kaleideum Le Croix Academy NC Air Awareness

Nest + Canvas Nita’s Silent Hands, Inc North Carolina Outdoor Adventures Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden Poe Center for Health Education RS&A INC Rescue Ranch Resource Connection Gateway SPARK Business Academy SaveNature.Org Schiele Museum SheEO Academy Stemily Studios Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center Thrivent Truist Leadership Institute TwistsNTurns Vine Images, INC Wands For Wildlife Western Piedmont Council of Governments Winterplace Ski Resort WonderWorks

SEPTEMBER SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Girl Program

Girl Awards

Important Dates & Council Closings

Cookies & Fall Product

WEDNESDAY

Camp & Outdoors

Special Shop Hours Volunteer Training

THURSDAY 1

FRIDAY 2

SATURDAY 3 Triad Pop Up Shop: Keyauwee Program Center

Triad Pop Up Shop: Randleman

Community Partners

10 Girls in Aviation Day

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience

Riding Instructor in Training Orientation Girl Scout Day: Playing the Past Appalachian Textiles and Patterns Fun Patch Girl Scouts Loves State Parks Weekend Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shops Open Leaderee

Girl Scouts Loves State Parks Weekend

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - Building Family Support

17 VIRTUAL: Juniors Simple Meals Cooking Badge Class

Fall Product Program Begins

Animal Helper Badge Horse Workshop

Leaderee

18 VIRTUAL: Getting Flexible for Dance, Gymnastics and Contortion VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience

21 VIRTUAL: Camp License Renewal VIRTUAL: Destinations Q&A

VIRTUAL: Highest Award FAQ & Brainstorming Session

24 Girl Scout Scare School and Camp Snoopy 52nd Annual Girl Scout Day at Grandfather Mountain Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shops Open

26 VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action Silver VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Girl Scouts & Faith

27 VIRTUAL: A Trip to Mars: An Immersive Escape Room Experience

Camp W.O.W. (Women’s Only Weekend)

Outdoor Experiences Take your troop to camp for a day or for the weekend! Explore our camps in Brevard, Lenoir and Sophia. Sign up for activities like archery, rock climbing, boating, high ropes adventures and more! Troop & Service Unit Rental Information: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/camp/other-ways-to-get-outside.html

Keyauwee Program Center & Circle C Equestrian Center

Alleghany Ashe

Stokes

Surry

Caswell Rockingham

Camp Ginger Cascades Watauga

Camp Pisgah

Mitchell

Wilkes

Guilford Alexander

Yancey Madison

Burke

Haywood

Jackson

Cherokee

Macon

Davie Iredell

Davidson

Catawba

McDowell Lincoln

Swain Graham

Rutherford

Henderson Polk

Alamance

Forsyth

Avery Caldwell

Buncombe

Yadkin

Cleveland

Gaston

Transylvania

Clay

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is excited to work with several NC State Park partners to host Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend, which happens every year in September. The date for 2022 is September 10-11. Visit our calendar for events happening at local state parks near you! For more information on Girl Scouts Love State Parks: https://blog.girlscoutsp2p.org/2022/08/18/girl-scouts-love-state-parksweekend-2022/

Randolph

SEPTEMBER Triad Pop Up Shop: Randleman Thursday, September 1 6:30 - 8 p.m. 105 W. Naomi Street (Randleman) DBJCSAVF The Girl Scout Shop is mobile! Come stock up on your favorite Girl Scout gear. Need uniforms? The pop up shop can do fittings and place orders for vests, sashes and more!

Triad Pop Up Shop: Keyauwee Program Center Saturday, September 3 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF The Girl Scout Shop is mobile! Come stock up on your favorite Girl Scout gear. Need uniforms? The pop up shop can do fittings and place orders for vests, sashes and more!

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience Thursday, September 8 7 - 7:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that some kids went missing while trick-or-treating at Pandora’s Manor! The locals and police haven’t dared to investigate because word has it there is a ghost that roams the premises. We have been hired to enter and sleuth out what has actually happened so the mystery can finally be solved. If we combine our deductions, we can find out the truth. I don’t believe in ghosts. Do you?

Leaderee Friday, September 9 - Sunday, September 11 6:30 p.m. - Noon Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) V Join us for a volunteer training weekend! You can get first aid, camping and tenting licenses as well as take workshops and connect with other Girl Scout adults.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend Saturday, September 10 Sunday, September 11 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Various State Parks DBJCSAVF Explore the outdoors through special programing at our state parks!

Girls in Aviation Day Saturday, September 10 9 a.m. - Noon Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (Concord) DBJCSAVF The First in Flight Chapter hosts an annual Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD) event that is geared toward educating and inspiring young girls to discover the adventurous world of aviation. Girls in Aviation Day is filled with fun activities, displays, exhibits, games and a raffle of wonderful prizes and experiences. Every year we have a different lineup of sponsors, demonstrations, vendors, organizations and food trucks that we team up with to create a unique and exciting event.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

Riding Instructor In Training Orientation Saturday, September 10 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) CSA This Leadership program is for Girl Scouts who can’t get enough horse time! The Riding Instructor In Training program teaches girls safe horse handling techniques, horse and barn care routines and allows them to practice and hone those skills. On Saturdays during the spring and fall, RIITs assist with equine programming at Circle C. Volunteer hours are exchanged for riding time and summer camp opportunities.

Girl Scout Day: Playing the Past Saturday, September 10 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Korner’s Folly (Kernersville) J This annual event offers Girl Scout Juniors the opportunity to complete requirements to earn the Playing the Past and Social Butterfly badges. As troops or individuals with their parent(s), Girl Scout Juniors are invited to take a self-guided tour of the 22-room Victorian-era house museum with a digital scavenger hunt, attend a charming Tea Party on the Porch, play fun and historic yard games and learn about Victorian fashion. Attendees are welcome to bring lunch or snacks for picnics on the lawn.

Appalachian Textiles and Patterns Fun Patch Saturday, September 10 1 - 4 p.m. TBA (Black Mountain) DBJ Come earn an “Appalachian Textiles and Patterns” fun patch! Girl Scouts will work with museum staff to learn about traditional Cherokee basket weaving designs as well as 19th-century quilt patterns and symbology. Girl Scouts will also get to decorate and take home their own aprons after learning about Claudia McGraw, a nationally-recognized entrepreneur of Black Mountain best known as the “apron lady.” Girls will complete all patch requirements during the session and patches will be available to take home at the end of the activities. Note- A minimum number of 8 Girl Scout sign ups is needed in order for this event to take place.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - Building Family Support Monday, September 12 7 - 8 p.m. V Make your troop stronger and your job as a troop leader easier by fostering the support of your parents. Get comfortable asking for help and gain some new tools and ideas that can help you ask for what you need. Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussion about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes.

Animal Helper Badge Horse Workshop Saturday, September 17 1 - 4 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) C Girls will learn more about the therapeutic benefits of riding and equine assisted activities, what it takes to be an adaptive riding horse and explore the careers associated with equine assisted activities and therapies. Participants will have the opportunity to ride, so please wear long pants and close-toed shoes.

VIRTUAL: Juniors Simple Meals Cooking Badge Class Saturday, September 17 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. J Juniors! Earn your Simple Meals cooking badge! Chef Angela of Amore Kitchen is a community partner of Girl Scouts, offering cooking classes for all levels. This is an interactive, hands-on cooking class for girls grades 4-5. The goal of this badge is to learn how to serve a meal for all. Lots of skills and techniques will be included! Menu: Veggie Frittata, Breakfast Potatoes and Banana Pudding for dessert! A parent is required to be present to assist.

VIRTUAL: Getting Flexible for Dance, Gymnastics and Contortion Sunday, September 18 5:40 - 6:20 p.m. DBJCSA Girls will master their splits and backbends through fun, safe stretches that will lengthen their muscles and help them relax.

SEPTEMBER

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

VIRTUAL: Destinations Q&A

Sunday, September 18 6 - 8 p.m. SAV

Wednesday, September 21 7 - 8 p.m. CSA

Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for individual Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts! Make friends from all over the country or world as you travel with Girl Scouts from different states. There’s a unique, life-changing experience for every girl. Want to know more? Join us for a Destinations Q&A to learn how to set off on your next Girl Scout adventure.

VIRTUAL: The Ghost of Pandora’s Manor - An Immersive Escape Room Experience Monday, September 19 7 - 7:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that some kids went missing while trick-or-treating at Pandora’s Manor! The locals and police haven’t dared to investigate because word has it there is a ghost that roams the premises. We have been hired to enter and sleuth out what has actually happened so the mystery can finally be solved. If we combine our deductions, we can find out the truth. I don’t believe in ghosts. Do you?

VIRTUAL: Camp License Renewal Wednesday, September 21 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. V Cook Out and Camp Licenses are valid for five years. If you earned your Camp License prior to September 2017 or between September, October or November 2017 take this course. If you have never taken Camp License courses, this course is not for you.

VIRTUAL: Highest Award FAQ & Brainstorming Session Thursday, September 22 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF What’s the difference between a Take Action Project and a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award? What if you hit a roadblock? What is sustainability? Or root cause? Your questions are answered during this lively forum. Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Girls in all stages of their Highest Awards are encouraged to bring their ideas and an open mind to this free session. Parent/guardians, troop leaders and girls are welcome to attend and ask questions as well.

52nd Annual Girl Scout Day at Grandfather Mountain Saturday, September 24 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Grandfather Mountain (Linville) DBJCSAVF Girl Scouts are invited to join the park’s naturalists for a fun-filled learning adventure on Grandfather Mountain. Participants can enjoy special Girl Scout activities, presentations and a closing ceremony. Plus, all Girl Scouts and troop leaders are admitted free with proof of membership, and family members will receive discounted admission.

Girl Scout Scare School and Camp Snoopy Saturday, September 24 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Carowinds (Charlotte) DBJCSAVF Join us for a fun-filled day of Girl Scout activities in the park, including two Halloween-themed opportunities for girls of all ages. There will be a Scare School actvity, which includes a make-up tutorial, monster meet and greet, maze tour and scare school to learn how to be a SCarowinds monster for the older Girl Scouts. There will also be a program in Camp Snoopy for the younger Girl Scouts or older Girl Scouts who do not like the scary aspect of SCarowinds, which will include a show with the Peanuts characters, followed by photo ops with the characters.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver Monday, September 26 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scouts Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Girl Scouts & Faith Monday, September 26 7 - 8 p.m. V This online session is for first year new leaders. We will talk about the faith awards and events that are available to Girl Scouts.

VIRTUAL: A Trip to Mars: An Immersive Escape Room Experience Tuesday, September 27 6 - 6:45 p.m. DBJCSA Rumor has it that there has been some foul play on the planet Mars! After a secret mission went awry, an astronaut has gone missing. The final transmission was concerning and we were hired to investigate. Can you help solve the mystery and find a way home?

Camp W.O.W. (Women’s Only Weekend) Friday, September 30 - Sunday, October 2 6 p.m. - 11 a.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) VF Reconnect with friends or make new ones while enjoying our relaxing camp. Join a sunrise hike, get creative at arts and crafts, treat yourself to a relaxing massage, manicure or pedicure (additional fees apply.) Check out our traditional camp activities: archery, adventure park, horses and boating. Get centered with yoga and meditation, tantalize your taste buds with delicious food and decadent desserts. Hang out with your girlfriends in the Diva Lounge, belt it out at karaoke and so much more!

OCTOBER SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Girl Program

Girl Awards

Important Dates & Council Closings

Cookies & Fall Product

WEDNESDAY

Camp & Outdoors

Community Partners

Special Shop Hours Volunteer Training

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY 1 Honey Bee Mine: Snacks and Simple Meals Badge Camp License Renewal First Aid/CPR VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

Camp W.O.W. (Women’s Only Weekend)

3 CEO Fireside Chat

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking - Badges, Patches, Journeys & Highest Awards

6 VIRTUAL: Destinations Q&A

7 VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action Bronze

Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shops + KPC Trading Post Open

VIRTUAL: Camp License Renewal

Chimney Rock Fall Girl Scout Day & Camp Out

Camp W.O.W. (Women’s Only Weekend)

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - But She’s My Daughter

Trainfest

17 Girl Scout Day: Elon Women’s Soccer

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - But She’s My Daughter

Trainfest

Fall Product Program: Last day for girl-delivered orders.

24 First Aid/CPR

22 Youth Mental Health First Aid Shop-tober Fest!

26 VIRTUAL: Phenom 2023 Q&A

VIRTUAL: Resilient Ready Strong Patch Workshop

29 Private Riding Lessons Happy Birthday, Juliette!

Girl Scout Day: Elon Women’s Volleyball

15 Equine First Aid

Chimney Rock Fall Girl Scout Day & Camp Out

Good Turn for Goodwill For the past 20+ years, Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont and Goodwill Industries have partnered together for their annual service project Good Turn for Goodwill. Running October 1-31, Girl Scouts are encouraged to collect bags of gently used clothing and household items to donate to their local Goodwill store. This year, girls are also encouraged to collect unwanted electronic supplies- from computers to old cell phones. The collection of these items helps support employment and training programs throughout the Goodwill organization. Girls who participate in Good Turn for Goodwill receive a patch after the service project is over. Submit Your Project Report and Patch Order: https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/w1y5fpak103ht4h/

Volunteers Needed for the Yuletide Festival Help make the 3rd annual Yuletide Festival at Keyauwee Program Center magical! If you are interested in decorating a cabin/unit, please reach out to info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148.

Volunteer Opportunities Whether you can give a few hours, a few weeks or a few months, volunteering with Girl Scouts is flexible and fun. Do you have a skill that you would like to teach? Are you involved with an organization that would like to plan or host an event? You can also volunteer within a troop or service unit. Ways to Volunteer: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/for-volunteers/ways-to-volunteer.html

OCTOBER VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Saturday, October 1 10 a.m. - Noon SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

First Aid/CPR Saturday, October 1 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Triad Service Center (Greensboro) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

Honey Bee Mine: Snacks and Simple Meals Badge Saturday, October 1 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. TBA (Black Mountain) BJ Make snacks and do other activities to help earn your Snacks and Simple Meals badge! Did you know that the relationship between people and bees goes back thousands of years? In their search for nectar, honeybees pollinate plants such as clover and sourwood. We will have a honey tasting to see how different pollen sources produce different honey tastes. With fun activities, we’ll prepare and enjoy healthy honey snacks.

Camp License Renewal Saturday, October 1 9 a.m. - Noon Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) V

CEO Fireside Chat Sunday, October 2 2 - 4 p.m. DBJCSAVF Join our CEO, Jennifer Wilcox, for a meet and greet at camp! Stop in anytime between 2-4 p.m. to ask your questions, share what your troop is doing or just say hello!

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session - Badges, Patches, Journeys & Highest Awards Monday, October 3 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and learn about the difference between badges, patches, Journeys and Highest Awards and how they are all important aspects of Girl Scouting.

Cook Out and Camp Licenses are valid for five years. If you earned your Camp License prior to September 2017 or between September, October or November 2017 take this course. If you have never taken Camp License courses, this course is not for you.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

VIRTUAL: Destinations Q&A

VIRTUAL: Camp License Trainfest Friday, October 14 - Sunday, Renewal

Tuesday, October 4 7 - 8 p.m. CSA

Thursday, October 6 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. V

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze

Saturday, October 8 - Sunday, October 9 9:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. Chimney Rock State Park (Chimney Rock) DBJCSAVF

Thursday, October 6 5:30 - 7 p.m. JV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Chimney Rock Fall Girl Scout Day & Camp Out

Nothing says fall like a weekend camping under the stars! Round up your troop for a chance to meet new friends, explore the Park and learn more about the world around us through hands-on programs for all ages.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - But She’s My Daughter Monday, October 10 7 - 8 p.m. V Discuss survival strategies and discover ways to make the leader/ daughter relationship a powerful and positive one! Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussion about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes.

October 16 5 - 12:45 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) V

Join us for this adult learning weekend! Trainfest offers you the opportunity to take many certification courses like Fire Building, Outdoor Cooking, Tenting and First Aid. You can also choose from a wide assortment of enrichment classes like hiking, outdoor games and arts and crafts. Through all of this, you will meet other volunteers, make new friends and go home inspired and energized to lead your troop wherever they want to go.

Equine First Aid Saturday, October 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) J First Aid is important for horses too! Girls will learn how to recognize if their horse does not feel well and what they can do for that horse until the vet arrives. Participants will split their time at the barn between riding, learning and practicing horse first aid skills and exploring equine medical careers.

Girl Scout Day at Elon Women’s Soccer Sunday, October 16 1 p.m. Rudd Field (Elon) DBJCSAVF Cheer on Elon against William & Mary! Free admission to all Girl Scouts in uniform.

OCTOBER

Shop-tober Fest! Saturday, October 22 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Various Locations DBJCSAVF We are planning some great fun around the council to celebrate Halloween and Juliette Gordon Low’s (our founder) birthday! Stop in the Asheville, Gastonia and Hickory Council Shops or the Keyauwee Program Center Trading Post anytime from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. to participate in some fun birthday activities, grab an exclusive party favor and shop til you drop! Cookie Dough expires in a few weeks, so this is a GREAT time to spend it!

Youth Mental Health First Aid Saturday, October 22 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Triad Service Center (Greensboro) V Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This course is presented in a blended format and includes two hours of self-paced prework prior to attending the in-person class. Participants must complete their prework and attend the entire in-person workshop in order to become certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid.

First Aid/CPR Sunday, October 23 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

Girl Scout Day at Elon Women’s Volleyball Sunday, October 23 2 p.m. Schar Center (Elon) DBJCSAVF Cheer on Elon against Charleston! Free admission to all Girl Scouts in uniform.

VIRTUAL: Resilient. Ready. Strong. Patch Workshop Sunday, October 23 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSA Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. Try activities from the Girl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. program to unlock a patch and strengthen your mental wellness. We will focus on learning yoga and mindfulness activities. We will complete three activities from the activity guide below. Please bring a journal or notebook and something to write with.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Think Like a Citizen Scientist Overview Monday, October 24 7 - 8 p.m. V Citizen scientists are people who are curious about the world and want to make a difference. They volunteer to collect data and send it to scientists. As a citizen scientist, you may be asked to take photos of clouds or streams, use your smartphone to monitor water and air quality, count the butterflies in your backyard, play games to help with medical research and much more. In this session, you will learn what the Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey is all about.

VIRTUAL: Phenom 2023 Q&A Wednesday, October 26 7 - 8 p.m. CSAV learn about the exciting opportunity girls in 6-12 grades and any adventurous Girl Scout adults can take this summer as part of the 2023 National Girl Scout Convention. Our 2023 convention—Phenom by Girl Scouts—will take place July 18-22 (GSCP2P trip July 19-23) at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. From our newest Girl Scouts to generational members currently serving as volunteers to our loyal alum, this convention is dedicated to celebrating the power, strength, and creativity of all girls.

Private Riding Lessons Saturday, October 29 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Spend one-on-one time with a horse and a Riding Instructor. Sign up for the 90-minute time slot that work best for your schedule and take a private riding lesson. Your lesson time will include learning to take care of the horse before and after your lesson.

Happy Birthday, Juliette! Saturday, October 29 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ Celebrate Juliette Gordon Low’s birthday by sharing the Girl Scout legacy. Girls will get to sing songs, share the sisterhood and enjoy Girl Scout traditions. Girls will have a tea party in her honor. Learn how to make tea sandwiches, scones and party cakes! Making a party hat and a birthday craft is also a part of this day of fun and celebration.

Share Your Girl Scout News We love hearing what our girls, troops and service units are doing. Submit your story form with photos, so we can share and inspire others on social media! If you would like a formal press release, contact the marketing team at info@girlscoutsp2p.org. Share with Us: https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/m1lv9ord0iz8cho/

Today’s Tips Newsletter Stay up-to-date with announcements, programs and more through our Today’s Tips newsletter! If you are not getting our weekly Today’s Tips newsletter in your inbox, contact info@girlscoutsp2p. org.

Blog & Social Media Pages Our blog celebrates girl and council achievements and is a great place to get inspiration for Highest Award projects. Contest details, council promotions, feature stories and other resources are also posted on our blog. Blog: https://blog.girlscoutsp2p.org/ Connect with us on social media! If your girl, troop or service unit has an event or service project that you would like to invite the GSCP2P community to, post about it in the Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont Facebook group. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gscp2p/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291303604993801 Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsp2p/ TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlscoutsp2p Our YouTube channel has 100+ activities that you can do at home or with your troop! YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/girlscoutsp2p

NOVEMBER SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY 1

Girl Program

Girl Awards

Important Dates & Council Closings

Cookies & Fall Product

WEDNESDAY 2 Triad Pop Up Shop: Lewisville

Camp & Outdoors

Special Shop Hours Volunteer Training

THURSDAY 3

Community Partners

FRIDAY 4

SATURDAY 5

VIRTUAL: Outdoor Art Maker

Private Riding Lessons VIRTUAL: Finding Your Voice, Building Resilience and Supporting Others

Leaderfest

7 Getting to Know Your Emotions: Equine Edition

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session - Think Like a Citizen Scientist

12 VIRTUAL: Science of Happiness

Fall Product Program: Candy/nut deliveries.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

VIRTUAL: Stay Fit Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shops + KPC Trading Post Open

Fall Product Program: Last day for online orders.

WNC Regional Training Day

Leaderfest

Me and My Pal

14 Getting to Know Your Emotions: Equine Edition

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment Ozobot Overview

VIRTUAL: Highest Award FAQ & Brainstorming Session

19 Model Horse Artist Program Program Aide Training

Me and My Pal

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver

28 VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - Troop Government

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday only! Save your spot at Summer Camp 2023 or give the gift of camp for only $50. With both options, you’ll receive a limited-edition camp t-shirt!

Black Friday Tune into our social media pages for special discounts on a variety of items from the Girl Scout Shop!

Entrepreneur Badge Challenge Did you know we have a council badge focused on the program elements that help build our girls into tomorrow’s entrepreneurs? Girls can earn as many charms as they would like. Charms are each sold separately and can be purchased at any of our council shops, or you can use the shop order form to order for shipping or curbside pickup.

For more information on the Entrepreneur Badge Challenge: https://blog.girlscoutsp2p.org/2021/01/19/entrepreneur-badge-challenge/

NOVEMBER Triad Pop Up Shop: Lewisville Wednesday, November 2 5:30 - 8 p.m. Mary Alice Warren Community Center (Lewisville) DBJCSAVF The Girl Scout Shop is mobile! Come stock up on your favorite Girl Scout gear. Need uniforms? The pop up shop can do fittings and place orders for vests, sashes and more!

VIRTUAL: Outdoor Art Maker Thursday, November 3 5 - 6 p.m. D This event will allow Daisies to earn their Outdoor Art Maker badge. Participants will be led in a leaf rubbing activity where we will learn about the different parts of a leaf and what they do.

Leaderfest Friday, November 4 - Sunday, November 6 5 p.m. - 11:30 a.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) V Join us for this adult learning weekend! Trainfest offers you the opportunity to take many certification courses like Fire Building, Outdoor Cooking, Tenting and First Aid. You can also choose from a wide assortment of enrichment classes like hiking, outdoor games and arts and crafts. Through all of this, you will meet other volunteers, make new friends and go home inspired and energized to lead your troop wherever they want to go.

Private Riding Lessons Saturday, November 5 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Spend one-on-one time with a horse and a Riding Instructor. Sign up for the 90-minute time slot that work best for your schedule and take a private riding lesson. Your lesson time will include learning to take care of the horse before and after your lesson.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

VIRTUAL: Finding Your Voice, Building Resilience and Supporting Others Saturday, November 5 10 a.m. - Noon CSA Join us virtually for the Cadette Workshop: Finding Your Voice and Senior & Ambassador Workshop: Building Resilience and Supporting Others! This event is great for girls who are interested in personal health.

Getting to Know Your Emotions: Equine Edition Sunday, November 6 2 - 4 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) J Girls who are interested in personal health and working with horses are invited to join us at the barn for this mental health workshop.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Think Like a Citizen Scientist Monday, November 7 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and learn what the Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey is all about.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Monday, November 7 6 - 8 p.m. SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

WNC Regional Training Day Saturday, November 12 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. First Baptist Church (Asheville) V This event helps volunteers start the new troop year off right. With news and updates, workshops and networking time, there’s something for everyone to learn. This event is open to all troop and service unit volunteers.

VIRTUAL: Science of Happiness Saturday, November 12 3 - 4 p.m. C Find out how scientists measure happiness and put their results into action. When you have earned this badge, you’ll know how to use the science of happiness to make your world the happiest place it can be. Join us as we explore equine assisted techniques and yoga to help us stress less.

VIRTUAL: My Best Self Saturday, November 12 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. B My best self is healthy and happy. Join us as we explore equine assisted techniques and yoga to help us stress less. We only get one body, so its important to take care of it! Learn to pay attention to what your body needs and how to ask for health help if you need it.

VIRTUAL: Stay Fit Saturday, November 12 5 - 6 p.m. J This badge teaches juniors the different ways to get strong and stay healthy. Join us as we explore yoga to help us stress less. Kids yoga classes are a wonderful way to increase children’s coordination, self-awareness, confidence and self-esteem while they stretch and strengthen their bodies. By using yoga, children can learn to relax, concentrate and be gentle in a fun and creative environment. We will focus on learning beginner yoga poses, ways to stress less and how to include the whole family in our fun fitness journey. A yoga mat is recommended but not required. You will need a towel or blanket, a space large enough to lay down and move around and wear something comfy.

Me and My Pal Saturday, November 12 Sunday, November 13 10 - 11 a.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Experience a night at camp with an adult role model. We’ll follow an open camp schedule where you get to choose which activities you do and how long you stay at that activity. There’s tons to do with your favorite pal. You’ll even make a craft together to remember this great day!

Getting to Know Your Emotions: Equine Edition Sunday, November 13 10:30 a.m. - Noon Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) J Girls who are interested in personal health and working with horses are invited to join us at the barn for this mental health workshop.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - Troop Government Monday, November 14 7 - 8 p.m. V Girl Scout Troop Government is a form of troop management that makes all decisions Girl Led! Girls learn responsibility, independence and leadership. The structure is progressive and builds on the skills learned in previous years. Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussion about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes.

NOVEMBER

VIRTUAL: Highest Award FAQ & Brainstorming Session Thursday, November 17 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF What’s the difference between a Take Action Project and a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award? What if you hit a roadblock? What is sustainability? Or root cause? Your questions are answered during this lively forum. Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Girls in all stages of their Highest Awards are encouraged to bring their ideas and an open mind to this free session. Parent/guardians, troop leaders and girls are welcome to attend and ask questions as well.

Model Horse Artist Program

Program Aide Training Saturday, November 19 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) or Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) CSA This is a GSCP2P designed leadership course which is required to complete the Program Aide Award. All girls 6th grade and above are invited to attend Program Aide training on their way to completing the steps of the Program Aide Award. This training involves learning to work with children and modifying activities for special needs and situations. You will put your new skills to the test with hands on activities that will prepare you for real life situations working with younger girls at a troop, day camp, council and service unit events.

Saturday, November 19 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) DBJCSA

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver

Do you have what it takes to be a Model Horse Artist? Find out when you register for one of the four available time slots for this event. First, your group will take a guided tour of the Circle C Classic Model Horse Show. You will see competitors showing amazing sculpted and custom painted model horses from the traditional toy Breyer Horse size all the way to horses as small as a dime. Find your inspiration and then design and paint your own model horse. Once your group is done with their horses an official from the Model Show will judge the horses, prizes and ribbons will be awarded.

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scouts Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

NOVEMBER

Tuesday, November 22 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Ozobot Overview Monday, November 28 7 - 8 p.m. V Ozobots are a fantastic introduction to computer programming, robotics and algorithms, but they’re capable of so much more! Use Ozobots for any and all levels of Girl Scouting by incorporating these fun, hands-on experiences into a troop meeting, badge earning activity.

Bridging to the Future Bridging to the Future

Invest in every girl’s power to change the world. In honor of 110 years of leadership building, help us support the next generation of dreamers, innovators, problem solvers and go-getters, who are making the world a better place for us all. Help us unlock Sherry’s $25,000 challenge gift! In honor of 110 years of Girl Scouts, a resident of our council who is a donor and great-niece of Juliette Gordon Low, Sherry Gordon Minnich, is challenging our GSCP2P family to give to the Bridging to the Future Campaign. Help us raise $25,000 to unlock Sherry’s gift! Bridging to the Future: https://blog.girlscoutsp2p.org/2022/04/25/bridging-to-the-future-challenge/

Adopt Our Herd Now you can help us reach our Bridging to the Future goal by participating in our Adopt Our Herd opportunity! Support our equestrian program! Your donation helps provide food and essential supplies and gear for our horses. Receive a special patch, adoption certificate and fact sheet! Adopt Our Herd: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/camp/CircleC/adopt-our-herd.html

Horse Programs

Riding Lessons

Join us at the barn for an upcoming horse program or for Riding Instructor In Training Orientation!

Circle C Equestrian Center offers individual and troop riding lessons.

Request information at circlec@girlscoutsp2p.org.

DECEMBER SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Girl Program

Girl Awards

Important Dates & Council Closings

Cookies & Fall Product

WEDNESDAY

Camp & Outdoors

Special Shop Hours Volunteer Training

THURSDAY 1

FRIDAY 2

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action Bronze

Community Partners

Disney on Ice: Frozen and Encanto

SATURDAY 3 Wilderness First Aid Arty Party Before The Curtain Nutcracker Event Cooking Farm to Table Crochet the Day Away Disney on Ice: Frozen and Encanto

Before The Curtain Nutcracker Event

10 Girl Talk Workshop 3rd Annual Yuletide Festival

VIRTUAL: Courageous and Strong

Asheville, Gastonia & Hickory Council Shops Open (SPECIAL RASPBERRY RALLY SNEAK TASTE!)

Disney on Ice: Frozen and Encanto

KPC Trading Post Open (SPECIAL RASPBERRY RALLY SNEAK TASTE!)

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge - It’s Cookie Time!

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking - Cookie Training

Brownie Pets Girl Scout Night at the Carolina Hurricanes

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

Girl Scout Cookie Program Begins

Coundown to Cookies 2023 Cookie Program Dates Any date changes to the program will be communicated through your Troop Cookie Manager or through e-mails directly to our Girl Scout members. AROUND DECEMBER 12 Registration e-mails launched for Smart Cookies access. Girls can begin getting their online sales ready by creating their account, entering customer information and setting goals. DECEMBER 20 Cookie program begins. Girls can begin taking orders both online and on the paper order cards. JANUARY 11-14 Pick up your initial supply of cookies. Ask your Troop Cookie Manager for date, time and location. JANUARY 14-22 Walk-About Week JANUARY 20 Cookie booth sales begin. MARCH 5 Cookie program ends. Last day for online sales through Smart Cookies. Remaining money for all cookies received is due to your troop. JUNE 10 Girls Empowering Opportunity (G.E.O.) event at Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe Council Cookie Information: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/cookies/about-girl-scout-cookies.html

Cookie Program Information: https://www.girlscoutcookies.org

DECEMBER VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze Thursday, December 1 5:30 - 7 p.m. JV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Disney on Ice: Frozen and Encanto Friday, December 2 - Sunday, December 4 Various Times Greensboro Coliseum (Greensboro) DBJCSAVF

Wilderness First Aid

Crochet the Day Away

Saturday, December 3 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) V

Saturday, December 3 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) S

Prepare for the unexpected with this engaging, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine. This course is great for people of all experience levels and is best suited for those who recreate outdoors where EMS response can be expected in a timely manner (fewer than eight hours). You’ll learn the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective first aid treatments for injuries and illnesses common in the outdoors and how to make appropriate evacuation decisions. The certification is valid for two years.

Arty Party Saturday, December 3 9 a.m. - Noon Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSA Do you have a zest for art? Do you enjoy playing with clay, making your own jewelry, painting, drawing or fancy some photography? Explore the world of visual arts with us. Create original artwork and earn badges!

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

Come join us at Camp Ginger Cascades for a cozy day sipping hot chocolate and learning to crochet and sew! Girls will be able to make two different craft projects that they can give as holiday gifts. These projects will also go toward earning their Textile Artist badge!

Before The Curtain Nutcracker Event Saturday, December 3 Noon - 1:30 p.m. Halton Theater, Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte) DBJCSAV Before the Curtain is an event designed to excite and educate Girl Scouts on the behind-thescenes workings of the performing arts. Professional dancers lead an information session prior to the performance of the classic holiday ballet The Nutcracker. Girl Scouts learn about costumes, lighting, props, music and, of course, ballet dancing! Girl Scouts receive a special badge for attending, too! Girl Scouts will also meet requirements to obtain dance/performing arts patch by attending.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

Cooking Farm to Table Saturday, December 3 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSA This class is a delicious lesson in preparing recipes from scratch using fresh and wholesome ingredients. You will walk away with healthy food knowledge, kitchen confidence and basic skills to impress the whole family!

Girl Talk Workshop Saturday, December 10 9 - 11 a.m. Poe Center For Health Education (Raleigh) DBJCSAVF This workshop is for girls and their caregiver to addresses the timely topic of adolescent growth and development and the physical, social and emotional changes that girls experience during puberty.

Before The 3rd Annual Yuletide Curtain Festival Nutcracker Event Saturday, December 10

Sunday, December 4 Noon - 1:30 p.m. Halton Theater, Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte) DBJCSAV

5 - 9 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF

Join us for the 3rd annual Yuletide Festival at Keyauwee Program Before the Curtain is an event Center. Walk-thru our holiday light designed to excite and educate display! Celebrate the season with Girl Scouts on the behind-thelive music, a few craft projects, scenes workings of the performing games, a holiday scavenger hunt, arts. Professional dancers lead an a photo with Santa and a holiday information session prior to the snack. The Trading Post will be open performance of the classic holiday during the festival, so shop with us ballet The Nutcracker. Girl Scouts and take advantage of tasting the learn about costumes, lighting, props, brand new, online only Raspberry music and, of course, ballet dancing! Rally! Girl Scouts receive a special badge for attending, too! Girl Scouts will also VIRTUAL: Leader meet requirements to obtain dance/ Lounge - It’s Cookie performing arts patch by attending.

troop leaders to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Tuesday, December 13 6 - 8 p.m. SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Cookie Training Tuesday, December 13 6:30 - 8 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and get official Girl Scout Cookie training. When girls participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, they also develop important life skills—goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics—that will set girls up for success beyond anything they can imagine.

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Explore how the cookie program supports the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and learn tips to make your cookie program successful and When you’ve earned your Tula petal, stress-free. We’ll have experts on the call to help answer your questions. you’ll know how to be courageous Get comfy, grab a drink and come and strong, just like Tula the Tulip. dish! Join troop leaders from across During this course, we will focus on fun yoga poses and dances that make the council as we make connections and have open discussion about us courageous and strong. all things Girl Scouts. Meet other

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Brownie Pets Saturday, December 17 1 - 4 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) B This will be the perfect introduction to horses and riding for first time and infrequent riders. Girls will rotate through learning stations in the barn and learn what it takes to keep a horse. Each participant will get a brief introductory one-onone riding lesson where they will practice the basic riding skills of mounting, dismounting, walking, stopping and turning. Badges will be included.

Girl Scout Night at the Carolina Hurricanes Saturday, December 17 7 - 10 p.m. PNC Arena (Raleigh) DBJCSAVF Our sister Girl Scouts at Coastal Pines have invited us to come out and cheer on the Canes! All Girl Scout leaders, girls and friends/ family are invited to take advantage of this exclusive discount. Every ticket purchase comes with a Carolina Hurricanes Hockey Patch to be picked up at the game! Each Lower-Level ticket also contributes a $5 donation towards Girl Scouts of North Carolina Coastal Pines.

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