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GIRL SCOUT PROGRAM
PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
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VOLUNTEER RESOURCE
DISC 2008-2009
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COMMUNITY-SPONSORED OPPORTUNITIES
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LEGEND
Daisy
Brownie
Junior
Cadette
Senior
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Community-sponsored opportunities offer troops/individuals activities that
support the Girl Scout program goals. These community groups have
chosen to be listed in our resources and on our website and are familiar with our program
goals, as well as Safety-Wise requirements.
Inclusion
in the Volunteer Resource Disc is
not an endorsement of these agencies. Troop leaders should
research the event/activity prior to registering for an event/activity to ensure
that the event meets the needs and interests of their girls and all
safety regulations are being met.
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CIVIC GARDEN CENTER OF
GREATER CINCINNATI
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GREAT OUTDOOR WEEKEND -
OVERNIGHT IN AN OASIS
Join one of the many events of the
Great Outdoor Weekend! The Civic Garden Center sits on
eight beautifully landscaped acres called Sooty Acres - an oasis
in the city. Come pitch a tent on the grassy knoll, search
for night insects, decorate yourself with glow-in-the-dark face
paint, join in evening games, and much more. |
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Dates: |
September 27-28, 2008 |
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Times: |
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. |
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Cost: |
Free - registration required |
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GROWING TOGETHER CLASSES
Growing Together classes are
designed to encourage the imagination while learning about
nature. We ask that adults and children come to learn
together, but accommodations can be made for groups. |
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Dates: |
Once/month throughout the year |
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Times: |
Saturdays - 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
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Cost: |
Suggested donation of $5/child |
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BUILD A FAIRY HOUSE
This crafty class has become an
annual favorite. Use collected botanicals, slices of tree
trunks and bits of shells and more to create your own unique
dwelling for the little people. Your imagination is the
only limit to what results. Kids over 12 can build their
own; younger kids team up with an adult to make a house.
Hot glue guns will be used. |
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Dates: |
October 25, 2008 |
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Times: |
10:00 a.m. - Noon |
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Cost: |
$20/house |
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CORNHUSK DOLLS
Here's a chance to incorporate a
Native American tradition into your celebration of Thanksgiving.
Learn about the legend of the corn husk doll and make one for
yourself. |
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Dates: |
November 15, 2008 |
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Times: |
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
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Cost: |
Suggested donation of
$5/participant |
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GIFTS FOR FURRY AND FEATHERED
FRIENDS
Oncoming winter months are a great
time to feed birds, and any time is a great time to treat your
pet. We will make tasty treats for wild birds & kitty cats in
this fun, hands-on activity. |
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Dates: |
December 13, 2008 |
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Times: |
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
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Cost: |
Suggested donation $5/participant |
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PAPER MAKING
Come and enjoy an introductory
lesson on turning old paper into nice handmade paper.
You'll leave with the ability to make more at home and a good
start on a Valentine's Day card. |
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Dates: |
February 7, 2009 |
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Times: |
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
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Cost: |
Suggested donation $5/participant |
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NATURAL EGG DYING
Have fun as we learn to decorate
eggs with natural dyes made from familiar plants, apply natural
dried botanicals, and create a charming basket. Wear old
clothes or bring an apron. Adult supervision suggested for
younger children. |
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Dates: |
April 11, 2009 |
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Times: |
10:00 a.m. - Noon |
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Cost: |
Suggested donation $5/participant |
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Girl Scouts of Western
Ohio
Administrative Office
4930 Cornell Road,
Cincinnati, OH 45242-1804
T: 513.489.1025 or
800.537.6241 F: 513.489.1417
Chair - Nancy Dawes
Chief Executive
Officer -Barbara J. Bonifas
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