PROGRAMGUIDE

Fall 2015 l Winter 2016

Our MissionTo build girls ofC O U R A G ECONFIDENCECHARACTERwho make theW O R L DBETTER PLACE.

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Girl Scout PromiseOn 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.

Girl Scout LawI 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, andbe a sister to every Girl Scout.

S E R V I C E C E N T E R S

West Service Center1171 State Route 28

North Branch, NJ 08876

Central Service Center201 Grove Street EastWestfield, NJ 07090

East Service Center120 Valley Road

Montclair, NJ 07042

www.gshnj.org908-518-4400

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Program Guide!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Registration Information

4 Program Listing, by age level

7 Program Listing, alphabetically

8 Program Descriptions

24 Programs ON DEMAND

27 Signature Series

28 Upcoming Travel Opportunities

29 Programming Previews

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REGISTRATION INFORMATIONPlease review this section carefully as it contains valuable information about program registration. Unless specifically stated, GSHNJ programs are for registered members only. Programs are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and must be completed through our online registration system, eBiz. If you have questions on how to register for a program, our eBiz team can be reached at: email: ebiz@gshnj.org phone: 908-518-4400, press 1

AGE LEVELSThroughout this program guide, the grade/age levels will be color-coded and denoted in the following way:

HOW TO REGISTER1. Decide which program(s) you wish to attend.

2. Be aware of the registration closing date for your event.

3. Go to gshnj.org and click on Registration.

4. Log in and click on the Activities tab on the top left-hand side.

5. Type all or part of the name of your desired program in the white search box on the right side of the page. A list of search results will appear; click view all and all results will appear on one page.

6. Click on the program name and click Register Now.

7. Follow the prompts and select who you wish to register.

8. Check out, and process your payment.

9. You will receive an email confirmation.

CHAPERONE POLICYIf you are attending a GSHNJ Program as an individual girl, you must have an adult chaperone accompany you. Unless specifically indicated, no GSHNJ Programs are drop-off events.

If you are attending a GSHNJ Program as a troop/group, you must begin with two unrelated adult chaperones (both with cleared background checks on file; one of whom is female) and may add additional adults according to minimum safety ratios as outlined in Volunteer Essentials.

Questions about how many adults to bring? Reach out to the Program Team at programs@gshnj.org.

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All Girl ScoutsAdults

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PROGRAM LISTINGS by Age LevelDAISIES15 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Journey Jump Start12 Between Earth & Sky Journey Jump Start11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL19 Cookie Rally12 Fall Family Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course12 Happy Birthday J Low17 Holiday BazaART20 Me & My Gal15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair15 Night Hike10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party18 Snowflake Ball18 Snowy Day Treats14 Spooky Sweets and Treacherous Treats21 Stellar Stargazers18 The Nutcracker15 Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden! Journey Jump Start22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

BROWNIES21 A World of Girls Journey Jump Start18 Bakers in Training19 Brownie Quest Journey Jump Start11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL13 Celebrate Our Great State!19 Chaotic Chemistry

19 Come Clay With Us19 Cookie Rally16 Dancing Feet12 Fall Family Fun10 Flights of Fancy20 Frosty Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns12 Happy Birthday J Low17 Holiday BazaART23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway20 Me & My Gal9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair15 Night Hike10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party18 Snowflake Ball18 Snowy Day Treats14 Spooky Sweets and Treacherous Treats21 Stellar Stargazers18 The Nutcracker22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

JUNIORS17 19th Century Wedding Style 13 Agent of Change Journey Jump Start10 Archery Open Shooting at Camp DeWitt8 Archery Open Shooting at The OVAL18 Bakers in Training11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL19 Chaotic Chemistry19 Come Clay With Us

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19 Cookie Rally12 Fall Family Fun10 Flights of Fancy20 Frosty Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course12 Geocaching Scavenger Hunt13 Get Moving Journey Jump Start8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns12 Happy Birthday J Low17 Holiday BazaART22 Junior Jamboree13 Kitchen Wizardry16 Lets Make Dinner23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair 16 Miss Manners Girl Scout Tea Party15 Night Hike10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party17 Pajama Weekend and aMUSE Retreat20 Product Designer Stickley Chairs14 Rutgers Junior Computer Lab11 Self Defense: Junior Power!18 Snowy Day Treats14 Spooky Sweets and Treacherous Treats21 Stellar Stargazers18 The Nutcracker8 Travel Opportunities Webinar22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

CADETTES10 Archery Open Shooting at Camp DeWitt8 Archery Open Shooting at The OVAL22 Become a Book Artist11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL

19 Come Clay With Us19 Cookie Rally12 Fall Family Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course12 Geocaching Scavenger Hunt23 Glass Fusing23 Go International8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns14 Intro to Fashion Design13 Kitchen Wizardry23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party17 Pajama Weekend and MEdia Retreat14 Rutgers Cadette Computer Lab11 Self Defense: Older Girl Power!20 Stellar Stargazers21 Sweet Night Out16 Take a Journey aMAZE18 The Nutcracker8 Travel Opportunities Webinar22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

SENIORS10 Archery Open Shooting at Camp DeWitt8 Archery Open Shooting at The OVAL11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL21 College Weekend at Camp Hoover19 Cookie Rally12 Fall Family Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course23 Glass Fusing8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns9 Gold Award Think Tank

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9 Gold Award Webinar14 Intro to Fashion Design13 Kitchen Wizardry23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party11 Self Defense: Older Girl Power!20 Stellar Stargazers21 Sweet Night Out18 The Nutcracker8 Travel Opportunities Webinar22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

AMBASSADORS10 Archery Open Shooting at Camp DeWitt8 Archery Open Shooting at The OVAL11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL21 College Weekend at Camp Hoover19 Cookie Rally12 Fall Family Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course23 Glass Fusing8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns9 Gold Award Think Tank9 Gold Award Webinar14 Intro to Fashion Design13 Kitchen Wizardry23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party11 Self Defense: Older Girl Power!

20 Stellar Stargazers21 Sweet Night Out18 The Nutcracker8 Travel Opportunities Webinar22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

ADULTS10 Bronze Award Webinar9 Silver Award Webinar

PROGRAM AIDES NEEDED FOR...11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL19 Chaotic Chemistry19 Cookie Rally12 Happy Birthday J Low

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PROGRAM LISTINGS Alphabetically15 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! Journey Jump Start 17 19th Century Wedding Style21 A World of Girls Journey Jump Start13 Agent of Change Journey Jump Start10 Archery Open Shooting at Camp DeWitt8 Archery Open Shooting at The OVAL18 Bakers in Training22 Become a Book Artist12 Between Earth & Sky Journey Jump Start10 Bronze Award Webinar19 Brownie Quest Journey Jump Start11 Campfire Sing-Along at Camp DeWitt11 Campfire Sing-Along at The OVAL13 Celebrate Our Great State!19 Chaotic Chemistry21 College Weekend at Camp Hoover19 Come Clay With Us19 Cookie Rally16 Dancing Feet12 Fall Family Fun10 Flights of Fancy20 Frosty Fun8 Fun Run Obstacle Course12 Geocaching Scavenger Hunt13 Get Moving Journey Jump Start23 Glass Fusing23 Go International8 Going Batty at Lincoln Caverns9 Gold Award Think Tank9 Gold Award Webinar12 Happy Birthday J Low17 Holiday BazaART

14 Intro to Fashion Design22 Junior Jamboree13 Kitchen Wizardry16 Lets Make Dinner23 Matilda the Musical on Broadway20 Me & My Gal9 Me & My Guy Rafting Adventure Weekend15 MESH Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair 16 Miss Manners Girl Scout Tea Party15 Night Hike10 Operation Shoebox Packing Party17 Pajama Weekend and aMUSE Retreat 17 Pajama Weekend and MEdia Retreat20 Product Designer Stickley Chairs14 Rutgers Cadette Computer Lab14 Rutgers Junior Computer Lab11 Self Defense: Junior Power!11 Self Defense: Older Girl Power!9 Silver Award Webinar 18 Snowflake Ball18 Snowy Day Treats14 Spooky Sweets and Treacherous Treats20 Stellar Stargazers21 Stellar Stargazers21 Sweet Night Out16 Take a Journey aMAZE18 The Nutcracker8 Travel Opportunities Webinar15 Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden! Journey Jump Start22 World Thinking Day Country Hostesses22 World Thinking Day Country Travelers

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ARCHERY OPEN SHOOTINGAT THE OVALSat. July 25, Aug. 29, Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, Oct. 17 Sessions at 9:00, 10:45, 1:15, and 3:00The OVALSouth Mountain Reservation South Orange Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040Cost: $15/girlReady for some fun? Archery is an exciting, safe, physically and mentally challenging sport. No experience necessary topics covered will include range rules, safety and fundamentals of archery.This is a rain or shine event. Bring two water bottles and a snack. Long hair must be tied back. Do not wear jewelry. Contact: Alicia Lazorisak, alazorisak@gshnj.org, or 908-947-1729.

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES WEBINARWed., Aug. 5, Sept. 16; Mon., Nov. 9, Jan. 11 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.OnlineCost: FREEWhether youre interested in traveling abroad or staying local, Girl Scouts has many exciting travel opportunities available for you! In this webinar, learn all about the GSHNJ and GSUSA trip options which include one night getaways, destinations, and even trips to Florida and Europe! Well explain the application process and even give you tips on money-earning opportunities.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

GOING BATTY AT LINCOLN CAVERNSSaturday, August 1 - Sunday, August 2Lincoln Caverns7703 William Penn Hwy, Huntingdon, PA 16652Cost: $130/girl $130/adultTravel with us to spend two fun days exploring Lincoln Caverns in PA. Well hop on the bus at WSC in North Branch and journey together to the caverns where well spend the afternoon exploring the caves, rocks, minerals, and fossils. After a night in a nearby hotel, well return to the caverns for a program all about bats! We return to WSC Sunday evening.All female adults welcome. Min. 2 people per room; max. 4 per room. One adult required in each room.Pack a lunch to eat on the bus. Sunday breakfast and lunch included. Bring money for dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Geology Rocks and Going Batty patches included for girls. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

FUN RUN OBSTACLE COURSESaturday, August 15 Staggered start times beginning at 10:15 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.Brookdale Park Watchung Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003Cost: $15/girl $15/adultLace up your sneakers, grab your family, and join your sister Girl Scouts in this fun run obstacle course. Choose your starting wave time, choose your course (1mi or 5k), and take off. Run, stroll, crawl, prance, twirl, and balance at your own pace--this event isnt timed, and everyone who completes the course receives a goodie bag and a medal!Families welcome; pre-registration is encouraged to guarantee start time.Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

See page 28 to learn more about

upcoming travel opportunities!

PROGRAMS LISTED BY DATE

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GOLD AWARD WEBINARWednesdays: Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 6 Mondays: Sept. 14, Nov. 2, Jan. 25, Feb. 22Saturdays: Oct. 24, Feb. 6Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Online Cost: FREEThe Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouts. Learn about the requirements, council procedures, and tips on making your Gold Award experience successful and rewarding. This webinar is mandatory for anyone interested in earning the Gold Award.Leaders, co-leaders, and parents are encouraged to attend. All attendees must pre-register. Please take notes throughout the presentation.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

GOLD AWARD THINK TANKWednesdays: Sept. 9, Dec. 9, Jan. 13 Mondays: Oct. 12, Nov. 16, Feb. 15 Each session is 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Central Service Center: Sept. 9, Dec. 9, & Feb. 15West Service Center: Oct. 12 & Jan. 13 East Service Center: Nov. 16Cost: FREEDuring this brainstorming session we will help you move forward in planning your Gold Award Take Action Project by sorting out your thoughts, generating ideas, choosing issues to explore, and more. Girls are encouraged to bring an adult along. In order to participate, girls must have completed their Girl Scout Journey step, attended a council sponsored Gold Award workshop or webinar, and begun exploring issues of interest.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

SILVER AWARD WEBINARThursday: Sept. 10 Mondays: Oct. 5, Dec. 7, Feb. 8 Tuesdays: Nov. 17, Jan. 5Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mondays: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Online Cost: FREELeaders and co-leaders, learn about the Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest achievement a Girl Scout Cadette can earn. You will learn the requirements, council procedures and tips on how to make your troop members Silver Award experience successful and rewardingall from the comfort of your own home!This webinar is mandatory for leaders and/or co-leaders if troop members are interested in earning the Silver Award. Once registered, you will receive a link to join the webinar one business day before the session. Please be prepared to take notes.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

ME & MY GUY RAFTING ADVENTURE WEEKENDFriday, September 11 - Sunday, September 13White Water Challengers288 North Stagecoach Rd, Weatherly, PA 18255 Cost: $85/girl $85/adultGrab your dad or other favorite guy and join us for this perfect blend of memory-making excitement and good old-fashioned fun! The weekend includes two nights of camping; a professionally guided rafting trip OR a kayak clinic option for older girls OR a trip to Eckley Miners Village for younger girls; meals, crafts, outdoor skills, archery, campfires and more. PLUS add-on options like guided hikes, orienteering, bike trips, zipline, paintball, cabin and tent rentals, and more. More details to come; eBiz registration opens June 1, 2015. Adult/child program. Minimum age for girls is 7 years old.Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.9

ARCHERY OPEN SHOOTINGAT CAMP DEWITTFridays: Sept. 18, Oct. 9 Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10 Wednesday: Sept. 23Wednesdays & Saturdays: at 9:30, 11:15, 1:15, and 3:00 Fridays: at 3:30 and 5:15Camp DeWitt605 Montgomery Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Cost: $15/girlReady for some fun? Archery is an exciting, safe, physically and mentally challenging sport. No experience necessary topics covered will include range rules, safety and fundamentals of archery.This is a rain or shine event. Bring two water bottles and a snack. Long hair must be tied back. Do not wear jewelry. Contact: Alicia Lazorisak, alazorisak@gshnj.org, or 908-947-1729.

OPERATION SHOEBOX PACKING PARTYSaturday, September 19 Two arrival times of 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Somerset County YMCA 140 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920Cost: FREEJoin us in this fun service opportunity to help Operation Shoebox pack boxes to send support, snacks and much needed personal care items to our troops deployed outside of the USA. We encourage all girls and families to participate in this community service event! If you have the address of someone deployed, bring it with you to the event. Please collect items to donate and bring them with you! Donations may also be dropped off at any of our three service centers by September 15, 2015. For a complete list of items to bring, please visit the Operation Shoebox NJ website. All attendees must pre-register.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

BRONZE AWARD WEBINARWednesday Sept. 23, Nov. 11, Jan. 20Sept. 23, Jan. 20 at 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Nov. 11 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Online Cost: FREELeaders and Co-Leaders, learn about the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest achievement a Girl Scout Junior can earn. You will learn the requirements, council procedures, and tips on how to make your troop members Bronze Award experience successful and rewardingall from the comfort your own home! Once registered, you will receive a link to join the webinar one business day before the session. Please be prepared to take notes.Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

FLIGHTS OF FANCYSaturday, September 26, October 3 BROWNIES at 1:00 p.m., JUNIORS at 2:30 p.m.September 26 at Camp DeWitt October 3 at The OVALCost: $30/girl Adults are FREEGrab your grown-up, come to camp, and become pilots together! Listen to the stories of influential aviatrixes from history, experiment with different paper airplane designs, then go big building and launching your own model rocket.Every girl must have a registered adult with her for the duration of the program. Portions of this program occur outside, so dress for the weather.Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

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CAMPFIRE SING-ALONG AT CAMP DEWITTFriday, October 2 and 9, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Camp DeWitt 605 Montgomery Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844Cost: $3/girl $3/adultEnjoy this Girl Scout tradition at its best! Come to Camp DeWitt for a sing-along and smores around the campfire. Be sure to bring a song to lead, flashlight, and a blanket or sit upon. You will also learn traditional Girl Scout songs to add to your repertoire.Families welcome. This is a rain or shine event.Contact: Alicia Lazorisak, alazorisak@gshnj.org, or 908-947-1729.

CAMPFIRE SING-ALONG AT THE OVALFriday, October 2 and 16, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.The OVALSouth Mountain Reservation South Orange Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040Cost: $3/girl $3/adultEnjoy this Girl Scout tradition at its best! Come to The OVAL for a sing-along and smores around the campfire. Be sure to bring a song to lead, flashlight, and a blanket or sit upon. You will also learn traditional Girl Scout songs to add to your repertoire. This is a rain or shine event. Two Program Aides will be accepted for this program. Contact Barbara Wilson for volunteer opportunities. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

SELF DEFENSE: JUNIOR POWER!Saturday, Oct. 10, Nov. 7, Dec. 12, Jan. 16 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.East Service Center: Oct. 10 and Dec. 12 West Service Center: Nov. 7 and Jan. 16Cost: $11/girl Adults are FREEWork with a renowned black belt instructor to learn how to protect yourself from personal assaults, street attacks and abductions. This age-appropriate fun, physical strength and fitness workshop starts with a Judo warm-up and ends with ninja star and other fun games. A fun patch is included.Please bring a refillable water bottle.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org , or 973-842-4235.

SELF DEFENSE: OLDER GIRL POWER!Saturday, Oct. 10, Nov. 7, Dec. 12, Jan. 16 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.East Service Center: Oct. 10 and Dec. 12 West Service Center: Nov. 7 and Jan. 16Cost: $11/girl Adults are FREEWork with a renowned black belt instructor to learn how to protect yourself from personal assaults, street attacks and abductions. This age-appropriate fun, physical strength and fitness workshop starts with a Judo warm-up and ends with ninja star and other fun games. A fun patch is included.Please bring a refillable water bottle. Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org , or 973-842-4235.

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GEOCACHING SCAVENGER HUNTSunday, Oct. 11, Nov. 1, Nov. 15 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.October 11 at Stephen R. Gregg Bayonne Park 43rd Street & Kennedy Blvd, Bayonne, NJ 07002November 1 at Watchung Reservation 452 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, 07092November 15 at Echo Hill Park 41 Lilac Dr, Flemington, NJ 08822Cost: $6/girl Adults are FREEGeocaching is a digital treasure hunting game sweeping the globe! Join us to learn about the game and then follow clues and your GPS unit around the park in search of caches. Girls will work in groups of three. Minimum one adult for every three girls. Each group should make and bring 12 S.W.A.P.s to deposit in the caches. Come dressed for the weather and be prepared for a lot of walking.Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

FALL FAMILY FUNSaturday, October 17, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.The OVALSouth Mountain Reservation South Orange Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040Cost: $5/girl $5/adultJoin in the fun and start your Girl Scout year off right! Play games, make crafts, and just have a fun-filled day with your family! You may bring your lunch and a ground cover to sit on. A fun patch is included. Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org , or 973-842-4235.

BETWEEN EARTH & SKY JOURNEY JUMP STARTSaturday, October 24, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.East Service CenterCost: $10/girl $10/adultGet a jump start in your Blue Bucket Award by completing the first two chapters of your Between Earth and Sky journey with us!. Become acquainted or re-acquainted with all of your flower friends, have fun on a short nature walk, play a game or two, read the first chapter of A Road Trip to Remember and just have fun. Enjoy a snack as you begin preparations for a fun-filled journey!All materials and Journey book are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY J LOW!Saturday, Oct. 24, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Grove Reformed Church 1132 46th Street, North Bergen, NJ 07047Cost: $5/girl Adults are FREELets celebrate the founder of Girl Scouts, Juliette Gordon Low! You will play games, make crafts, sing songs, and end with birthday cake in honor of Juliette Low. Ten Program Aides will be accepted for this program. Contact Barbara Wilson for volunteer opportunities.Fulfills some requirements for Girl Scout Way badge. Fun patch is included. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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AGENT OF CHANGE JOURNEY JUMP STARTSunday, October 25, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Central Service CenterCost: $10/girl $10/adultGet a jumpstart on your Agent of Change Journey by joining us to complete your Power of One Award. Discover the power of your personal qualities, the qualities of great female leaders, and what you have in common. Creatively explore the power that comes from your strengths, talents, skills, and interests.The badge is not included. You will receive the Agent of Change Journey book.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

KITCHEN WIZARDRYSunday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpk, Short Hills, NJ 07078Cost: $25/girl Adults are FREEWork with a professional chef to prepare these magical creations in the spirit of Harry Potter: chocolate frogs, butter beer, shepards pie and sorting hat cupcakes.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

GET MOVING JOURNEY JUMP STARTSunday, October 25, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Central Service CenterCost: $10/girl $10/adultGet a jumpstart on your Get Moving Journey by joining us to complete your Energize Award. Have fun discovering different ways we use energy every day, experience how recycling and composting are energy-efficient, and create an energy pledge for yourself.The badge is not included. You will receive the Get Moving Journey book. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

CELEBRATE OUR GREAT STATE!Monday, October 26 and November 2 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Macculloch Hall Historical Museum 45 Macculloch Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960Cost: $8/girl $7/adultCeremonies, songs, symbols, parades, and musical instruments discover what each of these things has to do with the great state of New Jersey! While at the museum, discover how Macculloch Hall went from a family home to a historic landmark, prepare for a parade, and learn how to properly fold the American flag.The museum allows two adults for every 12 girls. Brownie Girl Scouts will earn the Celebrating Community badge which is included. There will be a 10 minute snack break, please bring a nut-free snack for each girl.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

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SPOOKY SWEETS AND TREACHEROUS TREATSFriday, October 30, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Kreative Kids Art & Music Academy 5 Jill Ct., Building 14, Hillsborough, NJ 08844Cost: $15/girl Adults are FREEJoin us for a spooky and sweet Halloween Haunt. Bake Halloween-themed cookies and decorate Halloween cake pops and brownies. Then try to spook each other while playing Halloween-themed games and telling ghost stories.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

INTRO TO FASHION DESIGNSunday, November 1, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Hunterdon Art Museum 7 Lower Center St, Clinton, NJ 08809Cost: $20/girl Adults are FREEDo you like to sketch? Join us to learn the basics of how to design a collection of clothing from inspiration to final production of garments. Learn how to draw the fashion figure and clothing, select fabric and trim, take measurements and create an inspiration board. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

RUTGERS JUNIOR COMPUTER LABSaturday, November 7 and 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Rutgers University 57 U.S. Route 1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901Cost: $10/girl Adults are FREEPower up your computing skills in this series where you work with women in the Douglass-DIMACS Computing Corps at Rutgers University. Get your hands dirty exploring computer programs like JavaScript and HackRSpace, investigating computer hardware like microcontrollers and sensors, building computer code, assembling robots, and much more. Participate in games, demonstrations, and take-home activities. This is a two-part series. Skills learned in the Nov. 7th session are applied in the Nov. 21st session; girls are expected to attend both. Bring a bag lunch to each session. Fun patch included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

RUTGERS CADETTE COMPUTER LABSaturday, November 7 and 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Rutgers University 57 U.S. Route 1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901Cost: $10/girl Adults are FREEPower up your computing skills in this series where you work with women in the Douglass-DIMACS Computing Corps at Rutgers University. Get your hands dirty exploring computer programs like JavaScript and HackRSpace, investigating computer hardware like microcontrollers and sensors, building computer code, assembling robots, and much more. Participate in games, demonstrations, and take-home activities. This is a two-part series. Skills learned in the Nov. 7th session are applied in the Nov. 21st session; girls are expected to attend both. Bring a bag lunch to each session. Fun patch included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, 973-842-4226.

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WELCOME TO THE DAISY FLOWER GARDEN JOURNEY JUMP STARTSaturday, Nov. 7, Jan. 30, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.West Service Center: November 7 Central Service Center: January 30Cost: $10/girl $10/adultHow can we change our world to make it better? Lets get together and see what we can do as a group! Planting a mini-garden to take home, playing some games and learning some things about Girl Scouts. Plus enjoy a garden snack while you work toward your Watering Can Award! All materials and Journey book are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

NIGHT HIKEFriday, November 13 DAISY & BROWNIE SESSIONS: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., 5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.DAISY, BROWNIE, & JUNIOR SESSION: 6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.JUNIOR SESSIONS: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center 247 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ 07928Cost: $8/girl $8/adultBring a flashlight and experience the forest with lights out! Guides will take groups out on the darkened trails to activity stops where you can try nighttime experiments and learn all about the unique lives of nocturnal animals! Space is limited; stick to minimum safety ratios as extra adult registrants will take away a spot for a girl to attend. Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in; do not be late for your session. Come dressed for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

5 FLOWERS, 4 STORIES, 3 CHEERS FOR ANIMALS! JOURNEY JUMP STARTSaturday, Nov. 14, Feb. 6, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Central Service Center: November 14 East Service Center: February 6Cost: $10/girl $10/adultIts Your Story, Tell It! Start your Animal Adventure by creating a team animal mural as well as a team birdbath, story time, and the chance to make your very own snack on a log while working toward your Birdbath Award! All materials and the Journey book are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

MESH HOMELESS AND HUNGER AWARENESS FAIRSaturday, November 14 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Montclair State University 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042Cost: $10/girl Adults are FREEThe Homeless and Hunger Awareness Fair has seven activity stations that introduce you to the issues of homelessness and hunger while providing opportunities to TAKE ACTION in your local communities. Bring a pair of gently used shoes, hand sanitizer, or rubber gloves to donate.Fun patch included. There is an additional fee to park in the campus parking garage.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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LETS MAKE DINNERSunday, November 15, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpk, Short Hills, NJ 07078Cost: $25/girl Adults are FREEWork with professional chefs to prepare spaghetti and the best ever meatballs, garlic bread, ceasar salad and brownies la mode. Fulfills some requirements for the Simple Meals badge; not included.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

DANCING FEETThursday, November 19, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Afro Brazilian Cultural Center 554 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003Cost: $7/girl Adults are FREEDo your feet start to tap when you hear a great song? Join us learn fun warm-ups, perform steps from new dances, and make a dance of your very own.Fulfills requirements for the Dance badge; is included.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

TAKE A JOURNEY... AMAZESaturday, November 14, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.St. Benedicts Preparatory School 520 Martin Luther King Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102Cost: $10/girl $10/adultHave fun learning how to make a good first impression, genuine, long-lasting friendships, deal with peer pressure, and how to pay it forward. You will receive the aMAZE Journey Book. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

MISS MANNERS GIRL SCOUT TEA PARTYSunday, November 15, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms 2352 Route 10, Morris Plains, NJ 07950Cost: $12/girl Adults are FREEHow do you take your tea? Find out at this tea party and finishing school at the Stickley Museum, which was the early 1900s home to Gustav Stickleys five daughters. Earn your Social Butterfly badge as you explore the social graces that were vital to the Stickley girls education and are still important today. Plus, see the Stickley girls home on a museum tour and have a tea party, where youll put your etiquette lessons into practice. Please alert us of food allergies upon registration.A fun patch and the Social Butterfly badge are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

Adults! Are you looking to brush up

on your outdoor skills before you teach them to your girls? Has it been a

while since your O&O training? Join us this fall for Camp Newbie Refresher Workshops.

Lead by skilled outdoorswomen, these 90 minute workshops will help you refine your own technique

in things like knot tying, fire safety, and menu planning so you can pass those skills on to your girls.

Plus, be on the lookout for the spring edition of Camp Newbie, an opportunity for newly trained

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HOLIDAY BAZAARTSaturday, December 5 DAISIES & BROWNIES: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. JUNIORS: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Sunday, December 6 DAISIES & BROWNIES: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. JUNIORS: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.East Service Center: Saturday, December 5 West Service Center: Sunday, December 6Cost: $22/girl Adults are FREEIts getting close to the holidays! Join us in creating several winter-themed masterpieces that you can give as gifts to your family and friends! These will be special gifts that your family and friends will treasure! Contact: Jean Clarson jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

19TH CENTURY WEDDING STYLEMonday, December 7 and Thursday, December 17 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Macculloch Hall Historical Museum 45 Macculloch Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960Cost: $11/girl $7/adultEnjoy a guided tour of Macculloch Hall while learning about the enchanted wedding preparations of Mary Louisa Macculloch. Sketch a wedding dress and slipper shoes. Listen to music that was popular at that time while making a flower craft to take home. Write diary entries capturing the excitement of Mary Louisas preparations for her special day. The museum allows two adults for every 12 girls. Junior Girl Scouts will earn the Playing The Past badge; is included. Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-942-4235.

PAJAMA WEEKEND & MEDIA RETREATFriday, November, 20 - Sunday November, 22Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 Route 521 West Shore Dr., Middleville, NJ 07855Cost: $80/girl $40/adultSpend the weekend with other girls in GSHNJ and work together on your MEdia Journey. Explore movies, TV shows, and music that you love and learn how to reshape negative media messages into more positive ones. Plus, enjoy a weekend in your pajamas with arts and crafts, campfires, songs, and more. Round out your night with a movie and discussion of its message. Girls will receive the MEdia Journey book. One adult per troop needs to have completed Outdoors and Overnights Step 1 training. All female adults welcome.Contact: Deb Hooker, dhooker@gshnj.org.

PAJAMA WEEKEND & AMUSE RETREATFriday, December, 4 - Sunday December, 6Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 Route 521 West Shore Dr., Middleville, NJ 07855Cost: $80/girl $40/adultSpend the weekend with other girls in GSHNJ and work together on your aMUSE Journey. Build confidence by exploring the roles you play, learning to spot stereotypes, and inspiring others to try new roles. Plus, enjoy a weekend in your pajamas with arts and crafts, campfires, smores, and more. Girls will receive the aMUSE Journey book.One adult per troop needs to have completed Outdoors and Overnights Step 1 training. All female adults welcome.Contact: Deb Hooker, dhooker@gshnj.org.

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SNOWY DAY TREATSSaturday, December 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpk, Short Hills, NJ 07078Cost: $25/girl Adults are FREEWork with professional chefs to make these icy themed foods: swedish meatballs, tossed salad, ice blocks, and chocolate fondue. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

THE NUTCRACKERSunday, December 13, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mayo Performing Arts Center 100 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960Cost: $26/girl $26/adultEnjoy a day of dance with the New Jersey Ballet Company as the story of Clara and her gift of a magical nutcracker unfolds. This seasonal favorite enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a full orchestra, eye-popping special effects, and a touch of holiday magic. After the performance, all Girl Scouts are invited to a photo op with the cast! Families welcome. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

SNOWFLAKE BALLFriday, January 8 and January 15 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Bridgewater Raritan Middle School 128 Merriwood Dr, Bridgewater, NJ 08807Cost: $15/girl $15/adultCalling all young girls in the land. Bring your prince by the hand (father, grandpa, uncle, or another male 18 years or older). Come to a night of sheer delight, dress up fancy and dance into the night. There will be games, crafts, snacks, dancing and a whole lot of fun! Find Cinderellas slipper and your heart will be won! This is an adult/girl program. Includes patch, photo, snacks and goodie bag. Please be prompt to ensure participation in all events. Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

BAKERS IN TRAININGFriday, December 18, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Kreative Kids Art & Music Academy 5 Jill Ct., Building 14, Hillsborough, NJ 08844Cost: $15/girl Adults are FREEThis December, come bake cookies with us! You will create delicious traditional cookies along with some new, soon-to-become favorite treats. We will provide packaging for you to take your cookies home to share with family and friends. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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COME CLAY WITH USSunday, January 10, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Hunterdon Art Museum 7 Lower Center St., Clinton, NJ 08809Cost: $22/girl Adults are FREEVisit Hunterdon Art Museum, tour a ceramics exhibition all about animals and make some art of your own. Learn classic clay techniques like coil, slab, and pinch from professional artists. You will create, sculpt, and paint several clay creations. Bring a smock and a flat box to carry home projects.Fulfills all requirements for the Brownie Potter badge; is included. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

BROWNIE QUEST JOURNEY JUMP STARTSunday, January 10 at 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 6 at 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.West Service Center: January 10 East Service Center: February 6Cost: $10/girl $10/adultIts Your World Change It! Jump start your Brownie Quest journey by doing some of the fun things that will get you to your first key, Discovery. Discover the Girl Scout Law in a fun, interactive search, play a game, have story discussion time and enjoy a healthy snack!All materials and Journey book are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

COOKIE RALLYSaturday, January 9, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Mother Seton Regional High School 1 Valley Rd, Clark, NJ 07066Cost: FREELets get ready for cookies! Gather with sister Girl Scouts in anticipation of the 2016 cookie season. Learn how to talk to customers, get a peek at the cookie recognitions, taste test your favorite cookies, and take part in fun activites designed to give you the skills to be a Cookie Boss. Fun patch included. 10 Program Aides will be accepted for this program. Contact Barbara Wilson for volunteer opportunties. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

CHAOTIC CHEMISTRYFriday, Jan. 8, Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Feb. 12 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.East Service Center: January 8 & 15 West Service Center: February 5 & 12Cost: $15/girl Adults are FREERoll up your sleeves to get messy in this ooey gooey slime-tastic science seminar. Unleash your inner mad scientist as you splish-splash your way through slime, goo, silly putty, and more.Wear clothes that can get messy, and tie back long hair. Notify us of any latex allergies. One Senior or Ambassador Program Aide will be accepted for this program. Contact Jamie Kay Discher for volunteer opportunities. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

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PRODUCT DESIGNER: STICKLEY CHAIRSSunday, January 10, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms 2352 Route 10, Morris Plains, NJ 07950Cost: $16/girl Adults are FREEPull up a chair and earn your Product Designer badge at the Stickley Museum, the early 1900s home to Gustav Stickley, whose company designed a wide range of home furnishings, including chairs. Budding designers will learn about product development by investigating all aspects of chair design. While touring the Stickley Museum, learn about chairs around the world and across the centuries, then apply your new design knowledge to your own simple prototypes. Bring a nut-free snack. A fun patch and the Product Designer badge are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

ME & MY GALFriday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. - Sat. Jan. 16 at 2:00 p.m. Sat. Jan. 16 at 1:00 p.m. - Sunday Jan. 17 at 10:00 a.m.Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 Route 521 West Shore Dr., Middleville, NJ 07855Cost: $45/girl $45/adultThis fun-filled overnight is packed with activities that you and your favorite gal can do together. Gal can be any woman over the age of 18. Activities include arts and crafts, song workshop, games, a campfire with smores and much more! All couples will be housed with their troop in a heated cabin. Snack on Friday, breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be provided. This is an adult/child program. One adult per troop needs to have completed outdoors and Overnights Step 1 training. Contact: Deb Hooker, dhooker@gshnj.org.

FROSTY FUNFriday, January 22, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Kreative Kids Art & Music Academy 5 Jill Ct, Building 14, Hillsborough, NJ 08844Cost: $15/girl Adults are FREEThis is a great way to escape the winter blahs. Paint a snowscape on canvas then make a snowman necklace charm out of Sculpey clay. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

STELLAR STARGAZERSFriday, January 22, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ 08876Cost: $12/girl $12/adultTake an exciting journey of discovery, from the search for solar systems to the mapping of the universe. Learn about the latest breakthroughs in our quest to understand the cosmos in this new planetarium technology an all-dome video! Then participate in an interactive presentation to understand just how big the universe really is by starting with ordinary objects and traveling to the moon, sun, nearby stars, through the Milky Way and off to other galaxies. Finish up with a brief tutorial on how lasers work, then groove to the tunes of your favorite pop artists with an awesome laser concert! Space is limited; stick to minimum safety ratios as extra adult registrants will take away a spot for a girl to attend. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in; do not be late for your session. Fun patch included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

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STELLAR STARGAZERSSaturday, January 23, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ 08876Cost: $12/girl $12/adultCome along for the ride as a family from another star system looks for the perfect vacation spot. Will they find a nice, quiet spot in our busy solar system? Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best-known dwarf planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda, one of Saturns moons. Avoid the lightning storms on Jupiter! Which destination would you choose? After exploring the solar system, enjoy a brief tutorial on how lasers work, then groove to the tunes of your favorite pop artists with an awesome laser concert! Space is limited; stick to minimum safety ratios as extra adult registrants will take away a spot for a girl to attend. Arrive 10 minutes early to check in; do not be late for your session. Fun patch included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, 973-842-4226.

SWEET NIGHT OUTThursday, January 28, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpk, Short Hills, NJ 07078Cost: $25/girl Adults are FREEWork with professional chefs to whip up chocolate raspberry truffles, rocky road fudge, homemade marshmallow and graham cracker smores, and chocolate dipped toffee.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

COLLEGE WEEKEND AT CAMP HOOVERFriday, January 29 - Sunday, January 31Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 Route 521 West Shore Dr., Middleville, NJ 07855Cost: $65/girl $35/adultSeniors and Ambassadors, are you college bound? Join us at Camp Hoover for a weekend of college discovery and camp fun. Well provide opportunities for you to get advice from college admissions officers, meet current college students for the real scoop on campus life, brush up important skills like interviewing, meeting new people, and time management. Plus, partake in all the fun stuff Camp Hoover has to offer: campfires, sisterhood, hiking, and more. Dont forget to wear a shirt from your collegewell be wearing ours, too! One adult per troop needs to have completed Outdoors and Overnights Step 1 training.Friday night snack, three meals on Saturday, and Sunday breakfast are included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

A WORLD OF GIRLS JOURNEY JUMP STARTSaturday, January 30, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Central Service CenterCost: $10/girl $10/adultGet a passport to your A World of Girls Journey! Create a passport, visit Jordan, play an international game, sample some traditional Jordanian food, and have fun while you work toward your Hear a Story Award!All materials and Journey book are included.Contact: Jean Clarson jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

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BECOME A BOOK ARTISTSunday, February 7, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms 2352 Route 10, Morris Plains, NJ 07950Cost: $21/girl Adults are FREEExplore the book arts at Stickley Museum! This hands-on program is ideal for girls interested in careers in graphic design, web design, book design and the library sciences. Learn all aspects of book binding by taking a book apart. Marble a paper book cover, practice folded binding and sewn Japanese binding. Create a simple book out of a single sheet of paper and share your book with others. Bring a nut-free snack. A fun patch and the Book Artist badge are included.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

JUNIOR JAMBOREEFriday, February 19 - Sunday, February 21Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 Route 521 West Shore Dr., Middleville, NJ 07855Cost: $50/girl $30/adultCalling all Junior Girl Scouts! This weekend is made just for you! Move into your cabin on Friday evening and get to know the other girls you are staying with. Spend Saturday trying out fun camp activities like hiking, outdoor cooking, candle dipping, tie-dying, games, and more! Round out the jamboree with a campfire, songs, and smores. One adult per troop needs to have completed Outdoors and Overnights Step 1 training. All female adults welcome. Contact: Deb Hooker, dhooker@gshnj.org.

WORLD THINKING DAY - COUNTRY HOSTESSESSaturday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Bridgewater United Methodist Church 651 Country Club Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807Cost: FREEWorld Thinking Day is set aside to celebrate friendships with others from around the world. Help celebrate this annual Girl Scout holiday by hosting a booth with your troop! The booth must have the following: banner or large sign, flag, a food item, a craft or game for travelers to do/play, stamp or sticker for passports, and a SWAP. These should all be representative of the chosen country. Countries will be available on a first come, first served basis. Hostesses will have the opportunity to travel as well. Fun patch included. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

WORLD THINKING DAY - COUNTRY TRAVELERSSaturday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Bridgewater United Methodist Church 651 Country Club Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807Cost: $5/girlWorld Thinking Day is your opportunity to explore Girl Scouting across the globe! You will travel to different countries, sampling foods, viewing displays and doing hands-on activities. A passport and fun patch are included. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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GO INTERNATIONALSunday, February 21, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpk, Short Hills, NJ 07078Cost: $25/girl Adults are FREETake a culinary trip around the world as you work with professional chefs to create these international dishes: Chinese siu mai (dumplings), Thai coconut shrimp, German potato pancakes, and Italian zeppoles. Fulfills partial requirements for the New Cuisines badge; not included. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

GLASS FUSINGSaturday, February 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Hunterdon Art Museum 7 Lower Center St., Clinton, NJ 08809Cost: $24/girl Adults are FREEUse a variety of safe glass forms to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces in a range of shapes, colors, and designs. Gain insight into the science behing the art: glass types, compatibility, technique, temperature and firing. Glass projects require kiln-firing to complete the fusing process and will be available for pick up at the Hunterdon Art Museum after firing is complete (usually 10 days). Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL ON BROADWAYSaturday, February 27, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Shubert Theatre225 W. 44th Street, New York, NY 10036Cost: $165/girl $165/adultBased on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda is the story of an extraoridinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. Join us in a morning workshop with professional Broadway artists who will introduce you to themes from the story, teach you choreography from the show, and give you insight into changing your own destiny. Break for lunch on your own, then return to the theatre for a 2:00 p.m. matinee performance of Matilda the Musical. DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS OCTOBER 25, 2015. Workshop will take place at the Pearl Studios on 8th Ave, and is designed for both girls and adults to participate. Fun patch included. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

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GSHNJ now offers opportunities for your troop or group to participate in council-led programming when and where YOU want it! Just choose a program from the list below and contact the corresponding Program Specialist to begin the reservation process!

HOW IT WORKS Programs must be ordered a minimum of three weeks in advance of requested date. You must provide a venue for the program. GSHNJ Service Centers and camps are available for these programson a limited basisfree of charge. Program Specialists can provide availability information for Council properties. A $50 refundable deposit is required to reserve free ON DEMAND programs. Your refund will be issued when minimum attendance is met and evaluations are received; or, if you cancel your reservation at least one week in advance of your reservation date. Any changes to reservations must be made a minimum of one week prior by contacting the appropriate Program Specialist. All standard GSHNJ Program Policies are in effect for ON DEMAND programs.

STEPS TO RESERVE1. Contact the appropriate Program Specialist to secure a date and time at least three weeks in advance.2. Once date, time, and location have been secured, your Program Specialist will provide an eBiz link to finalize your registration. Your purchase must be completed within 48 hours of receiving your eBiz link, or your reservation is automatically canceled. Only one person should register for your entire troop or group.3. All participants must be registered and paid for in advance. Refundable deposit payments are required for any free program.

ARCHERY OPEN SHOOTINGAT CAMP DEWITTSeasonal: MayOctober | Duration: 90 minutesCamp DeWitt605 Montgomery Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844Cost: $15/girlReady for some fun? Archery is an exciting, safe, physically and mentally challenging sport. No experience necessarytopics covered include range rules, safety, and fundamentals of archery. Dress for outdoor weather. Long hair must be tied back. Contact: Alicia Lazorisak, alazorisak@gshnj.org

ARCHERY OPEN SHOOTINGAT THE OVALSeasonal: MayOctober | Duration: 90 minutesThe OVALSouth Orange Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040Cost: $15/girlReady for some fun? Archery is an exciting, safe, physically and mentally challenging sport. No experience necessarytopics covered include range rules, safety, and fundamentals of archery. Dress for outdoor weather. Long hair must be tied back. Contact: Alicia Lazorisak, alazorisak@gshnj.org 24

BUBBLE-OLOGYDuration: 90 minutesCost: $10/girlThis program is all about bubbles! Complete experiments to answer questions like What makes the best bubble solution? and Are bubbles always round? Once youve discovered the optimal bubble solution, put it to the test making bubbles, bubbles, and more bubbles! This program is best run outdoors or in a room with mop-able floors. Tables are required; all other supplies are provided. Girls will get messy; dress accordingly and leave your Girl Scout vest/smock at home!Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

GEOCACHINGDuration: 3 hoursCost: $6/girlGeocaching is a digital treasure hunting game sweeping the globe. Join us to learn about the game and then follow clues and your GPS unit around the park in search of caches. Geocaching courses available: Bayonne Park in Bayonne, Echo Hill Park in Flemington, Watchung Reservation near the Trailside Nature Center in Mountainside. Girls work in pairs. Minimum of one adult for each pair of girls. Each pair of girls should bring 12 SWAPS to deposit in the caches. Dress for outdoor weather. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

GOLD AWARD THINK TANKDuration: 2 hoursCost: FREEDuring this group brainstorming session, we will help you sort out your thoughts in choosing an issue to explore and moving forward with your Gold Award Take Action Project. Girls are encouraged to bring an adult along to help with this brainstorming session. In order to participate, girls must have completed their Girl Scout Journey step, attended a council-sponsored Gold Award Workshop, and have begun exploring issues of interest. Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, 908-518-4410.

EVERYONE BELONGSDuration: 90 minutesCost: $15/girlChoose from Ireland, Japan, Russia, Mexico, Native America, France, Greece, Egypt, India, or England, then complete fun activities to discover more about that countrys rich culture, traditions, and place in the world.Contact: Jean Clarson, jclarson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4235.

GOLD AWARD WORKSHOPDuration: 1 hourCost: FREEThe Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouts. Learn about the requirements, council procedures, and tips on making your Gold Award experience successful and rewarding. This workshop is mandatory for anyone interested in earning her Gold Award, and is also available at regularly scheduled sessions throughout the year. Please come prepared to take notes. Leaders, co-leaders, and parents are encouraged to attend. All attendees must register. Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

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PROGRAM AIDE WORKSHOPDuration: 4 hoursCost: FREEThe second step to earning your Cadette Program Aide award is to complete a council-sponsored leadership course training. Work with GSHNJ Program Specialists to develop your leadership skills, learn how to work with children, and gain a deeper understanding of the elements involved in planning and delivering Girl Scout programming. In order to participate, girls must have earned one LiA award (pg. 30 in your Cadette Girls Guide to Girl Scouting.) Once Cadettes have completed all steps of the Program Aide award, they are eligible to work with the GSHNJ Program Department to deliver council-led programs to Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors. Contact: Jamie Kay Discher, jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

SILVER AWARD WORKSHOP FOR GIRLSDuration: 1 hourCost: FREEThis interactive workshop is designed specifically for Girl Scout Cadettes who are looking for additional guidance in the development of their Silver Award projects. Work with the GSHNJ Girl Award Program Specialist to understand Silver Award guidelines, develop project ideas, and set a plan for next steps. Contact: Julie Wagenblast, jwagenblast@gshnj.org, or 908-518-4410.

UPCYCLED JEWELRYDuration: 90 minutesCost: $15/girlRecycled jewelry is a great way to reduce, reuse and recycle old bits and pieces and turn them into trendy and eco-friendly jewelry. You will transform old or unused materials into new earrings, a necklace and dress up an empty cigar box to create a personalized jewelry box to store your treasures. Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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WELCOME TO MEDIA GIRLSSaturday, January 23 DAISIES and BROWNIES at 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. JUNIORS, CADETTES, SENIORS, and AMBASSADORS at 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.West Service CenterCost: $5/girl Adults are FREEGet the 411 on the brand new Media Girls Signature Series and start your spokes-girl adventure! Sample all kinds of media-related activities like finding your own on-camera style, how to choose the right questions for the right topics, and the ins and outs of the wide world of social media. This program is a pre-requisite in order to participate on the Street Team.Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

signatureGirl Scouts Heart of New Jersey has been hard at work crafting some programming that is special and unique to our Council; lovingly known as our Signature Series. Be on the lookout for more of these in the future as we continue to develop ideas. Currently we have one Signature Series offering, details below!

MEDIA GIRLS & OUR STREET TEAMWhat do photography, creative writing, public speaking, and interpersonal skills have in common? Theyre what GSHNJ is looking for in the girls of our new Street Team! Join our brand new Signature Series and learn new skills, brush up on old skills, and begin your journey toward being one of our Media Girls. Future opportunities in this special program for girls of all ages include creating GSHNJs first girl-built annual newsletter, contributing to the GSHNJ blog, and reporting on Girl Scout events across the council, state, and maybe even the nation!

SHUTTERBUGSaturday, October 10 and February 13 (2 sessions) 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.West Service CenterCost: $25/girl Adults are FREEGrab your camera and say selfie! Set up shop next to a window and use blankets, doilies, and paper cups to filter light as you snap candids of your sister scouts. In the Oct. 10th session, youll learn the basics of photography and gain access to a private, online gallery where youll be able to share your photos and talk about your photos with professional photographers. Youll learn tips of the trade and have photo challenges, so that during the Feb. 13th session, youll have a portfolio of photos to share. Practice makes perfect, and in the Feb. 13th session, youll get to work with a professional photographers studio and props! As a shutterbug, youll be well on your way to joining the GSHNJ Street Team!Contact: Barbara Wilson, bwilson@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4236.

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The World is Your Oysterwith the travel opportunities that GSHNJ has to offer!

Take a peek at some of the trips we have planned within the next two years, and enroll in the program of your choice to lock in your pricing.

Itinerary and registration information is available in all of our service centers, or by contacting Jamie Kay Discherjkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226 for more information!

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Virginia Pony Penning DayTravel to Virginia with GSHNJ to witness the wild ponies make their annual swim from Assateague Island to Chincoteague Island on Pony Penning Day, just like in the classic novel Misty of Chincoteague. Well travel together on a bus, spend two nights in Virginia, and learn all about the islands and their wild pony residents.

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Europe London to Lucerne 11 or 15 days Current price for girls: $4,145Girl Scouts will experience the best of both worlds as incredible adventures take them through the bustling streets of London, Paris, and high up into the Swiss Alps. At Pax Lodge and Our Chalet, well arrange for girls to have special pinning ceremoniesmaking their visits forever memorable and meaningful.Price includes: airfare & transportation, hotel accommodations, breakfasts & dinners, entrance fees, expert local guides, and a full-time tour director.

Florida Adventures in the Sunshine State Disney! Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Manatees! Kennedy Space Center! 5 days Current price for girls: $2,133Price includes: round-trip transportation, hotel accommodations, breakfasts & dinners, entrance fees, full service traveler support team, and illness & accident coverage.

Want to learn more about GSHNJs travel opportunities? Check out our travel webinars coming up this fall, on page 8!

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Now offering TWO chances to spend the night at Liberty Science Center for Mystery at the Museum!

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Explore every nook and cranny of the Liberty Science Center as you spend the night on a quest to uncover clues and solve the mystery. Use your sleuthing skills to search for clues, process evidence, and complete daring and hilarious challenges to earn key pieces of information that will help you to solve the Mystery at the Museum.

Plus, visit all exhibit gallerieseven the special traveling exhibitions, enjoy a movie in the IMAX Dome and a Real 3D movie, participate in live science demonstrations, and receive a patch that will let you return to the museum for free before September 2016.

Open to all girls ages six and up.

Questions? Contact Jamie Kay Discher at jkdischer@gshnj.org, or 973-842-4226.

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Now offering TWO chances to spend the night at Liberty Science Center for Mystery at the Museum!

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Are you going to be a Girl Scout Cadette in the fall of 2015? Are you interested in exploring robotics, technology, and creative problem solving? Making new friends who like the same stuff you do? Working on a team project in a friendly, competitive atmosphere? Then this might be the place for you! FIRST LEGO League teams work together over the course of several months to build a robot that can complete a challenge course and do a research project on a contemporary real-world issue related to that challenge. They then compete against other teams in the area based on their robots skills, their project, and how well they work together.

There is only room for 10 girls on GSHNJs team, so were holding a lottery. Everyone who is interested in joining the teamand can commit to the schedule listed belowshould register on eBiz by June 30, 2015. Girls will be notified on July 2nd of the lottery results, and will have until July 7th to register for the team.

T I M E C O M M I T M E N TSunday, July 19, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., CSC: Team meet-n-greet (including parents), intro to FLL and EV3 MindstormsSunday, August 9, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., CSC: Explore LEGO EV3 Mindstorms capabilitiesSunday, August 23, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., CSC: Continue exploring LEGO EV3 Mindstorms capabilitiesTuesday, August 25: FLL Challenge releasedWeek of September 14: Begin meeting twice per week (exact dates and times to be decided by team at Aug 23 meeting)Early November TBD: FLL scrimmageNovember 21 (anticipated): Official regional qualifier competitionMid-December TBD: North NJ regional championship tournament

Except for the first, these meetings will be drop-off events; GSHNJ will provide adequate adult chaperone coverage. Parents will be encouraged to participate in team meetings as helpers on a rotating basis, but will not be required to remain on property for the duration of the meetings or competitions.

C O S T$50/girl for the entire season

GSHNJ is recruiting members for our first-ever FLL Robotics team!

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