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For Girl Scout Cadettes
CSI: Careers in STEM Investigated
Saturday, February 27 from 1:30 - 4:30 PM
Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History

Do you like science, technology, engineering, and math? Ever wondered what it's like to work in one of those fields? Well now you can find out! Come explore the opportunities available by interviewing women in different STEM careers, and try out a STEM career in the Written in Bone lab. 

For more information or to register: http://register.gscnc.org/Program/EventDateList.asp?cat=2&id=1320

Special thanks to Lockheed Martin, the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, and the Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering Center for Educational Outreach for their partnership and support of this event. 
 
Artists Wanted!

For Girls of All Ages
Artists Wanted for Girl Scout Week!

Hey Girl Scouts! Show off your inner artist by designing an image for Girl Scout Week 2010! On March 6, the winner and ten finalists will have their original image on display as part of the "Portraits of Girl Scouting" exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery!

For complete rules, visit www.gscnc.org/gsweekcontest.html 

Submissions are due by Saturday, February 20, 2010. 

Camping Information

Summer Sleep Away Camp Registration has BEGUN!

It's never too early to think about SUMMER CAMP! Log onto our Sleep Away Camp registration site at http://register.gscnc.org/ResidentCamp to apply for a program.

For additional information or to request a hard copy of our Sleep Away and Summer Day and Evening brochure please e-mail your request to summercamps@gscnc.org

For Girl Scouts grades 4 - 7
Challenge Core Camp
Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 18
Camp Crowell - Oakton, Virginia

The Challenge Core Camp is a two night camping event for troops grades 4 - 7.  Participate in team-building games, a challenge course and other activities that will challenge you to think in creative ways.  Non-Girl Scouts are welcome to attend with your troop! Bring your friends!

For more information or to register, visit: http://register.gscnc.org/Program/eventDateList.asp?id=1215 
 
Journey Fact of the Week

From the NEW Ambassador Journey - JUSTICE

Did you know that the largest trash heap in human history was taller than the Statue of Liberty? Its true!  On Staten Island, the Fresh Kills landfill was open for about 50 years until the 1980s.  The landfill reached its maximum capacity via barges dropping off approximately 13,000 tons of garbage daily.  With limited space to open new landfills and opposition to building a new incinerator, New York now pays other states to accept most of its trash.  Where is the JUSTICE in that?

Find out more fun environmental information and create your own adventurous Journey with "JUSTICE."  Leaders, don't forget to purchase the leader guide, which includes detailed sample sessions to help you lead girls through the Ambassador Journey. Journeys are a core piece of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and help girls Discover, Connect and Take Action.
 
For more information, click here: www.gscnc.org/journeys.html
 
To purchase Journeys, visit the Girl Scout shop. For shop information, click here: www.gscnc.org/shop.html 

Multiple Levels

For Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and
Ambassadors
Swordsmen's Rendezvous
Saturday, February 20 (various one hour slots)
Gadsby's Tavern Museum, Alexandria, VA

Enjoy this popular living history program as you learn a skill all 18th century gentlemen would know-swordplay. This one-hour program includes a re-enactment of swordplay, a display of 18th century weapons, and a 20 minute hands-on lesson. 

For more information, or to register, visit: http://register.gscnc.org/Program/EventDateList.asp?cat=6&id=1315

For Girl Scouts of All Ages
Girl Scout Day with GMU's Women's Basketball
Sunday, February 21 (clinic from 10:00 - 11:30 AM, game at 1:00 PM)
Patriot Center, Fairfax, VA

Basketball, dancing and more for only $2!  GMU's Women's Basketball invites everyone to come out and show their stuff on Girl Scout Day!  FREE spirit clinic in the morning for anyone interested in learning the moves they will perform on the floor at halftime.  First 1,000 Girl Scouts receive Girl Scout Day patch!

For more information, or to order tickets, visit: http://www.gscnc.org/files/pdf/program/2010_February_GSDay_GMUBBall.pdf 

For Girl Scouts of All Ages
Journey Program Events Survey

Are you interested in attending an event or series of events about one or more of the Journey Leadership books?   We want YOUR feedback on the best way to present programs on the Journeys.  Fill out a brief survey with your opinions here:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WJCFDPN  
 
Girl Scout Juniors

For Girl Scout Juniors
Bat Or Award Workshop (Jewish Religious Recognition Pin)
Sunday, February 21 from 11:15 AM - 1:15 PM

Congregation Sha'are Shalom, Leesburg, VA

The Bat Or award was developed by the National Jewish Girl Scout Committee (http://www.njgsc.org/) especially for Girl Scouts who want to explore their heritage as part of their Girl Scout experience. Girls complete several requirements focusing on Jewish history and heritage, Torah, synagogue and prayer, holidays and festivals, Israel, and Girl Scouting.


Participants should bring their own lunch - dairy or parve with no nuts. The charge for the workshop is $10. This includes the booklet and pin.  Reservations are required by Sunday, February 14th, and may be made by emailing Sheri Brown at brown47578@verizon.net or calling 703-737-0686.

For Girl Scout Juniors
Junior Dance Badge Workshop
Sunday, February 21 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Rendezvous Dance Studio, Bethesda, MD

Come to this fun Junior dance badge workshop, where you will learn different dances and finish up with a Girl Scout Junior dance party!

For more information, or to register, visit: http://register.gscnc.org/Program/EventDateList.asp?cat=6&id=1281
 
Girl Scout Cadettes

For Girl Scout Cadettes
Around the World Dance Workshop
Sunday, March 7 from 1:30 - 4:00 PM
Joy of Motion NE DC Studio, Washington, DC

Dance around the globe in a day, learning traditional dance stylings from multiple continents. This is a chance to explore the world of dance from a global perspective at a fraction of the cost of regular dance classes!  Participants will earn a participation patch for attending a session, as well as complete a portion of the Invitation to the Dance IP (p. 126).

Find out more and register at http://register.gscnc.org/Program/eventDateList.asp?id=1319
 
Girl Scout Ambassadors

For Girl Scout Ambassadors
On Your Way: Post High School Life Skills Workshop
Saturday, February 20 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Booz Allen Hamilton, McLean, VA

This workshop is a great opportunity to prepare girls for college and life on their own.  You will address critical topics such as smart decision-making, money management, personal safety, physical and emotional well being, and academic/career preparation.

Find out more and register at http://register.gscnc.org/Program/EventDateList.asp?cat=3&id=1295
 
Adults


 
For Adult Volunteers
Leaderblitz
Saturday, February 6, from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Suitland,Maryland

 
Looking for fresh new things to do with your girls? Come to the Leaderblitz in Suitland, Maryland.  Volunteers are offering a variety of enrichment courses, including: swaps, knots, gimp, scrapbooking, songs and more.  Click Leaderblitz here for more details: http://register.gscnc.org/training/catalog.asp 
 
For more information please contact Allison Nederveld, at (202) 534-3771 or by email anederveld@gscnc.org

GSCNC Shop Information

Main Shop (DC) Hours

Monday - Wednesday - Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 
Mobile Shop Information
 
First stop of the 2010 season is February 10th. NEW 2010 schedule is available at: http://www.gscnc.org/shop.html    
 
Please call, fax or e-mail orders at least 5 days prior to stop to insure fulfillment. 
 
To place your orders for pick-up on Mobile Shop 
Call: 800-523-7898 or 202-237-1670 ext. 249
Fax: 202-274-2161 or E-mail: gsshop@gscnc.org          
 
Mini Shop Information for 2010
 
Gaithersburg, MD Mini Shop
Reopens February 16th
 
Centreville, VA Mini Shop
Reopens February 22nd
 
Martinsburg, WV Mini Shop
Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 
The Complete 2010 schedule for Girl Scout Mini Shops is available at: http://www.gscnc.org/shop.html

  

Areas we currently serve.