GSHNJ 2010 Girl Programs (as of 3/9/10)

3059

Mellow Out

3

10

2010

6:30 PM

8:30 PM

$16

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Can purchase a Uniquely Me! Charm or patch in store

Take a break from cyberspace & journey into inner space! Explore what makes you tick. When you know your way around inner space, you discover the goals & dreams that are uniquely yours.

12

24

3037

Gold Award Workshop: Journeys (NEW)

3

11

2010

7:00 PM

8:30 PM

Free

Westfield Service Center

201 Grove Street East

Westfield

NJ

07090

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Come learn about the new Journey requirements for the Girl Scout Gold Award! You'll learn about the prerequisite work, Council apprOVAL procedures, and hints and tips on how to make your Gold Award Journey a rewarding one.

5

35

3076

Ready Set Go Camping

3

12

2010

6:30 PM

8:00 PM

$16

X

Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center

651 Mountain Ave

Berkeley Heights

NJ

07922

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Ready Set Go Camping Try-It

Please join Troop 40748 for this fun and interactive workshop. It is a great opportunity for girls and their guardians to learn more about camping including how to make a fire and cook outdoors, how to roll your clothes and sleeping bags, and wash dishes the 'Girl Scout Way'! You will learn useful tips, suggestions, and information from experienced campers. Cost includes Try-It, snack and handout.

50

75

3003

Artistic Crafts: Glass Art

3

13

2010

2:00 PM

4:00 PM

$40

Glass Roots, Inc

10 Bleeker St

Newark

NJ

07101

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Part of Artistic Crafts IP

Intro to cutting colored sheet glass and assembly of individual projects. Create patterns and designs that will be fused to create a tile, slumped dish or mosaic.

8

11

3108

Dancercize

3

13

2010

1PM

2:30 PM

$16

X

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Dancercize try-it

Come kick up your heels, have fun, move to the beat. Dance is a great way to exercise. Girls will learn some new dance steps and routines. Maybe even teach a dance step or two. Join the fun at the Dance Party! Enjoy drinks and snacks during the session.

15

80

3012

Brownie Water Fun

3

13

2010

7:00 PM

9:30 PM

$18

X

Somerset Valley YMCA

601 Garretson Road

Bridgewater

NJ

08807

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Brownie Water Fun - Council's Own Patch

Have some fun in the pool (one pool is standing depth for little ones) while earning the Brownie Water Fun try-it. You will play water games, blow bubbles, use a kickboard to improve your swim kick and try some dancing in the water. See how much fun you can have while getting some exercise in the water. You will try out a life jacket and see how it will support you and when it should be worn. Finish the night with some free swim time with your friends.

40

100

3019

Designing Divas

3

13

2010

12:30 PM

2:00 PM

$16

Montclair Service Center

120 Valley Rd

Montclair

NJ

07090

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Art to Wear Badge

Interested in being a fashion designer? In this 1.5 hour course learn to sketch clothing designs and drape fabric like a professional. All participants are required to supply a 18” soft bodied doll. An American Girl doll works perfectly!

10

25

3019

Designing Divas

3

13

2010

10:30 AM

12:00 PM

$16

Montclair Service Center

120 Valley Rd

Montclair

NJ

07090

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Art to Wear Badge

Interested in being a fashion designer? In this 1.5 hour course learn to sketch clothing designs and drape fabric like a professional. All participants are required to supply a 18” soft bodied doll. An American Girl doll works perfectly!

10

25

3038

Graphic Communications

3

13

2010

9:00 AM

12:00 PM

$30

Printmaking Council of NJ

440 River Rd

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Graphic Communications IP

Design and silkscreen your own t-shirt.
Learn the basic elements of Graphic Design as you reinvent the Girl Scout logo and Design a Girl Scout Badge. Learn the importance of color, fonts and the positioning of text. Bring a plain white t-shirt

Bring: a snack and wear old clothes

8

15

3098

Horse Fan Badge

3

13

2010

2:00 PM

4:00 PM

$25

Willow Pond Farm

542 Meyersville Rd

Gillette

NJ

07933

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Horse Fan Badge

Girls will get a tour of th ehorse farm, learn about the different breeds of horses and their uses, care and nutrition, grooming, tack andn alearn about the different styles of riding. There will be a riding demonstration.

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3047

JR Kidz Care

3

13

2010

1:00 PM

3:00 PM

$27

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Caring For Children Badge

Do you love children and enjoy spending time with them? If so, this program is for you! It will prepare you to care for children under the supervision of an adult. Learn how babies and children develop and how to care for their basic needs like diapering and feeding. Take a look at many play time activities for a variety of ages. An introduction to safety and how to call 911 and Poison Control will be taught.

15

20

3047

JR Kidz Care

3

13

2010

9:00 AM

11:30 AM

$27

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Caring For Children Badge

Do you love children and enjoy spending time with them? If so, this program is for you! It will prepare you to care for children under the supervision of an adult. Learn how babies and children develop and how to care for their basic needs like diapering and feeding. Take a look at many play time activities for a variety of ages. An introduction to safety and how to call 911 and Poison Control will be taught.

15

20

3073

Prints & Graphics

3

13

2010

12:30 PM

3:30 PM

$27

Printmaking Council of NJ

440 River Rd

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Prints & Graphics Badge

Learn the basic elements of Graphic Design as you reinvent the Girl Scout logo and redesign the Girl Scout cookie box. You will also design a Monotype print by painting, creating a stencil and adding textural elements. Bring a snack and wear old clothes.

15

24

3075

Queen of Cakes

3

13

2010

9:00 AM

12:00 PM

$35

Hunterdon Cty Vo-Tech

84 Rt 31

Flemington

NJ

08822

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Creative Cooking IP

Have you ever watched the Food Network’s Cake Challenge Shows? Do you ever wonder “How’d they do that?” or “I would like to give that a try!” You can while earning the Creative Cooking IP in this fun program presented by Cakes Unlimited. Learn the secrets of cake decorating and make your own creation that can be frozen and served later. Learn to make chocolate decorations and icing flowers. Please limit adults to Safety-Wise ratios.

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100

3079

Sky Search

3

13

2010

12:00 PM

2:00 PM

$12

RVCC Planetarium

Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Sky Search Badge

The fun begins when the sun goes down. Learn about the sun, moon, and stars while working towards the Sky Search Badge. RVCC staff will give homework assignments to enhance the Badge activities.

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100

3054

Lead On!

3

16

2010

6:30 PM

8:30 PM

$23

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Lead On! Badge

Do you have what it takes to be a leader? Do you know how to guide others? Come play games, make art, and learn what makes a great leader!

10

25

3084

Spring Egg-Stravaganza

3

19

2010

7:00 PM

9:00 PM

$18

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Hillside Intermediate School

844 Brown Rd (off 202/206)

Bridgewater

NJ

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Fun Patch

Come one, come all to an egg-cellent night celebrating Spring! The crafts, games, snack and visit from the Spring Bunny will surely make this egg-citing night one to remember. All Daisy and Brownie chicks are welcome and will receive a patch. Directions:www.brrsd.k12.nj.us/directions.cfm

25

75

3111

Uniquely Cookies & Milk

3

20

2010

10:30 AM

12:00 PM

$6

Kearney Scout House

635 Kearny Ave

Kearny

NJ

07032

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The particpants can purchase a charm or patch in the shop

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey is pleased to offer programming that focuses on the critical issue of self-esteem among ‘tween and teenage
girls.Uniquely Milk and Cookies will follow the “Uniquely ME!” Curriculum, developed by Girl Scouts USA inpartnership with Dove, designed to address the nationwide problem of low self-esteem among girls.The core program curriculum, which integrates the latest research from the Girl Scout Research Institute, consists of activities and informa
tion that help girls understand and build self-esteem. While participating, girls will enjoy a delicious milk and cookie party.Since its inception, “Uniquely ME!” resources and programs have touched more than 200,000 girls nation wide. We are thrilled to be
able to offer these resources to you in a continued effort to build girls of courage, confidence, and character.

3111

Uniquely Cookies & Milk

3

20

2010

1:30 PM

3:00 PM

$6

Kearney Scout House

635 Kearny Ave

Kearny

NJ

07032

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The particpants can purchase a charm or patch in the shop

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey is pleased to offer programming that focuses on the critical issue of self-esteem among ‘tween and teenage
girls.Uniquely Milk and Cookies will follow the “Uniquely ME!” Curriculum, developed by Girl Scouts USA inpartnership with Dove, designed to address the nationwide problem of low self-esteem among girls.The core program curriculum, which integrates the latest research from the Girl Scout Research Institute, consists of activities and informa
tion that help girls understand and build self-esteem. While participating, girls will enjoy a delicious milk and cookie party.Since its inception, “Uniquely ME!” resources and programs have touched more than 200,000 girls nation wide. We are thrilled to be
able to offer these resources to you in a continued effort to build girls of courage, confidence, and character.

3044

Japanese Marbling

3

20

2010

12:30 PM

3:30 PM

$30

Printmaking Council of NJ

440 River Rd

North Branch

NJ

08876

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: Join us in making a beautiful marbled print, a card and a silk scarf. Marbling is a method of unique surface design, which can produce a one of a kind pattern. A drop of color in plain water is repeated until the surface of the water is covered with concentric rings.The floating colors are then carefully manipulated by either blowing on them directly, through a straw or fanning the colors.
Bring: a snack and wear old clothes

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15

3057

Me and My Gal Art Party

3

20

2010

5:00 PM

7:00 PM

$21

Hunterdon Museum of Art

7 Lower Center St

Clinton

NJ

08809

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Art Party Fun Patch

Come with the gal in your life (mother, grandma, aunt, etc.) to create art together. You will take home beautiful one-of-a-kind keepsakes along with great memories! Experiment with tie-dying, jewelry making, and printmaking techniques for creating cards. Bring one white 100% cotton t-shirt or other item to tie-dye and a flat box to carry home projects and tie-dying item.

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3069

Pets

3

20

2010

12:00 PM

3:00 PM

$15

St Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

575 Woodland Ave

Madison

NJ

07940

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Pets IP

Dogs are wonderful companions, and for many of us, they can be a best friend! In this program, learn about amazing skills performed by mobility assistance, search and rescue, therapy, and other service dogs. Compute dog and cat litters from unneutered/unspayed pets, see a dog training demonstration, and meet a service dog.

15

40

3078

Smart Sitter

3

20

2010

9:00 AM

3:00 PM

$50

North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Caring For Children Badge or IP

Come learn how to babysit like a PRO! This course covers all aspects of what it takes to be a great babysitter. During the day, you will complete 6 activities for the Caring for Children Badge. Bring a bag lunch and wear comfortable clothing.

12

20

3082

Space Explorers

3

20

2010

12:00 PM

2:00 PM

$3

$15

RVCC Planetarium

Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Space Explorers Try-It

Watch a rocket launch, sample a taste of space food, learn about jet engines and spend an hour in RVCC's hi-tech planetarium.

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3085

Stickley Style

3

20

2010

10:00 AM

3:00 PM

$29

The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms

2352 Route 10 - West, #5

Morris Plains

NJ

07950

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Architecture Badge

Discover the world of architecture at Craftsman Farms, the home of Gustav Stickley, prominent figure in the Arts & Crafts movement. He oversaw development of Craftsman-style homes. View historic log house & buildings he designed for his own home. Explore the Arts & Crafts movement, along with other architectural styles from the past, present & around the world. Build a model of a home of your design using simple materials. Activities outdoors, weather permitting. Bring bag lunch & drink. Dress for weather

15

30

3103

Junior Self Defense Workshop

3

21

2010

1:00 PM

2:30 PM

$20

Mixed Martial Arts Academy

120 Cledenny Ave

Jersey City

NJ

07304

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Junior Self Defense

Come to our workshop andlearn practical self defnese from Master David Escobar, founder of the Endurance Mixed Martial Arts Academy. Our workshop will complete the JR Self Defense badge and will include how to : use common sense before self-defnse; defeat the bully; defend against stranger danger and execute offensive and defensive strikes.

15

20

3083

Speaking in Sign

3

21

2010

12:00 PM

2:00 PM

$18

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Speaking In Sign - Brownie and Junior Council's Own Patch

Come learn about communication through signing. Explore different methods of communication including finger spelling, introduction to sign language and an overview of deaf culture. Staff from the New Jersey Association of the Deaf & Blind will discuss careers in the field and will have adaptive equipment that individuals with hearing impairments use in their daily lives. You will learn how to use this adaptive equipment and how to communicate without your hearing.

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60

3083

Speaking in Sign

3

21

2010

3:00 PM

5:00 PM

$18

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Speaking In Sign - Brownie and Junior Council's Own Patch

Come learn about communication through signing. Explore different methods of communication including finger spelling, introduction to sign language and an overview of deaf culture. Staff from the New Jersey Association of the Deaf & Blind will discuss careers in the field and will have adaptive equipment that individuals with hearing impairments use in their daily lives. You will learn how to use this adaptive equipment and how to communicate without your hearing.

25

60

3083

Speaking in Sign

3

21

2010

6:00 PM

8:00 PM

$18

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Speaking In Sign - Older Girl Council's Own Patch

Come learn about communication through signing. Explore different methods of communication including finger spelling, introduction to sign language and an overview of deaf culture. Staff from the New Jersey Association of the Deaf & Blind will discuss careers in the field and will have adaptive equipment that individuals with hearing impairments use in their daily lives. You will learn how to use this adaptive equipment and how to communicate without your hearing.

25

60

3037

Gold Award Workshop: Go For It! (OLD)

3

24

2010

7:00 PM

8:30 PM

Free

Montclair Service Center

120 Valley Road

Montclair

NJ

07042

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This workshop focuses on the steps a girl must follow to “Go for the Gold”. It includes information on prerequisites, planning the project, and council procedures. Workshop is available for girls in grades 9-12 ready to start on “Going for the Gold”. Leaders, advisors and parents may attend, but must register as space is limited.

5

40

3005

Artistic Crafts: Pottery

3

25

2010

6:00 PM

8:30 PM

$25

Barbara's Ceramically Yours

51 South 21st St

Kenilworth

NJ

07033

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Part of Artistic Crafts IP

Learn to work with clay and fire your own personally designed pottery .

12

35

3106

Looking Your Best

3

27

2010

10AM

12:00 PM

$19

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Rt 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Looking Your Best JR Badge

Relax and have fun creating fabulous looks for your face, hair and wardrobe. Top it off with healthy snacks and a trip down the runway to model your unique style! Girls will learn a personal hygiene routine, do aerobics and yoga, have a color party to learn what colors are right for them!
Program is for 3rd Grade Brownies & Juniors

30

60

3106

Looking Your Best

3

27

2010

1:00 PM

3PM

$19

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Rt 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Looking Your Best JR Badge

Relax and have fun creating fabulous looks for your face, hair and wardrobe. Top it off with healthy snacks and a trip down the runway to model your unique style! Girls will learn a personal hygiene routine, do aerobics and yoga, have a color party to learn what colors are right for them!
Program is for 3rd Grade Brownies & Juniors

30

60

3102

Bio Trac

3

27

2010

10:00 AM

2:00 PM

$25

Kean University Center for Science & Technology

1000 Morris Ave

Union

NJ

07083

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Are You a 9th or 10th grade high school student considering a career in science?Then join us for Biotrac, a program that aims to ignite interest and encourage high school girls to pursue careers in the biosciences. This four-week progra, presented by preeminent women women froma variety of science disciplines explores science careers through lectures, interactive discussions and hands-on activities.

15

3040

History Day; Life Before Girl Scouting

3

27

2010

9:00 AM

12:00 PM

$5

$17

Van Horne House

914 E. Main St

Bridgewater

NJ

08807

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Listening To The Past Try-It

20

60

3088

Top Chef

3

27

2010

11:00 AM

12:30 PM

$25

Senorita's Mexican Grill

Glenwood Ave

Bloomfield

NJ

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Parts of Creative Cooking IP

Come learn from professionals how to create tasty food and display it artistically! You will receive a demonstration by Senorita's in making some Mexican dishes. Then you will be given the challenge of preparing a dish bringing your own flare and creativity to the task! Remember you will only have certain ingredients, limited time and have to meet some nutritional guidelines. Then the judges will ask how you prepared your dish. You will receive a snack and take-home bags as well as recipes and nutritional information from Senorita's own head chef, Ricky!

15

35

3069

Pets

3

27

2010

12:00 PM

3:00 PM

$15

St Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

575 Woodland Ave

Madison

NJ

07940

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Pets IP

Dogs are wonderful companions, and for many of us, they can be a best friend! In this program, learn about amazing skills performed by mobility assistance, search and rescue, therapy, and other service dogs. Compute dog and cat litters from unneutered/unspayed pets, see a dog training demonstration, and meet a service dog.

15

40

3078

Smart Sitter

3

27

2010

9:00 AM

3:00 PM

$50

Montclair Service Center

120 Valley Road

Montclair

NJ

07042

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Caring For Children Badge or IP

Come learn how to babysit like a PRO! This course covers all aspects of what it takes to be a great babysitter. During the day, you will complete 6 activities for the Caring for Children Badge. Bring a bag lunch and wear comfortable clothing.

12

20

3004

Artistic Crafts: Flame Working Workshop

4

3

2010

2:00 PM

4:00 PM

40

Glass Roots, Inc

10 Bleeker St

Newark

NJ

07101

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Part of Just Jewelry IP

Did you ever want to create your own glass beads for a bracelet, necklace or earrings? Then you won’t want to miss this class! Learn how to make your own beads at this flame working workshop. You will be guided through this step-by-step process and finish with your own original creation.

8

11

3045

Jeweler @ Glass Roots

4

3

2010

2:00 PM

4:00 PM

$40

Glass Roots, Inc

10 Bleeker St

Newark

NJ

07101

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Part of Jeweler Badge

Learn about the art of jewelry design. Sketch your own designs a and try your hand a creating a few pieces.

8

11

3102

Bio Trac

4

10

2010

10:00 AM

2:00 PM

$25

Kean University Center for Science & Technology

1000 Morris Ave

Union

NJ

07083

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Are You a 9th or 10th grade high school student considering a career in science?Then join us for Biotrac, a program that aims to ignite interest and encourage high school girls to pursue careers in the biosciences. This four-week progra, presented by preeminent women women froma variety of science disciplines explores science careers through lectures, interactive discussions and hands-on activities.

15

3088

Top Chef

4

10

2010

11:00 AM

12:30 PM

$25

Senorita's Mexican Grill

Glenwood Ave

Bloomfield

NJ

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Parts of Creative Cooking IP

Come learn from professionals how to create tasty food and display it artistically! You will receive a demonstration by Senorita's in making some Mexican dishes. Then you will be given the challenge of preparing a dish bringing your own flare and creativity to the task! Remember you will only have certain ingredients, limited time and have to meet some nutritional guidelines. Then the judges will ask how you prepared your dish. You will receive a snack and take-home bags as well as recipes and nutritional information from Senorita's own head chef, Ricky!

15

35

3034

Friends Are Fun

4

10

2010

9:00 AM

12:00 PM

$24

Hunterdon Museum of Art

7 Lower Center St

Clinton

NJ

08809

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Friends Are Fun Try-It

Come join other Brownies from Heart of New Jersey to make new friends and learn to strengthen the friendships you already have! Professional artists assist you in making friendship crafts while completing the Friends Are Fun Try-It. Come dressed for a mess (wear play clothes).

25

40

3091

Wildlife Workshop

4

10

2010

9:00 AM

10:30 AM

$19

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Watching Wildlife Try-It or Wildlife Badge

If you want to learn about exotic animals and have a great time while doing it, then this workshop is for you! Learn about the rainforests, ecosystems, play games and meet some really cool and exotic animals. From cute and cuddly to spiky and scary – you’ll get to see it all! Brownies will earn the Watching Wildlife Try-It and Juniors will earn the Wildlife Badge and will be grouped separately.

60

75

3091

Wildlife Workshop

4

10

2010

11:00 AM

12:30 PM

$19

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North Branch Service Center

1171 Route 28

North Branch

NJ

08876

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Watching Wildlife Try-It or Wildlife Badge

If you want to learn about exotic animals and have a great time while doing it, then this workshop is for you! Learn about the rainforests, ecosystems, play games and meet some really cool and exotic animals. From cute and cuddly to spiky and scary – you’ll get to see it all! Brownies will earn the Watching Wildlife Try-It and Juniors will earn the Wildlife Badge and will be grouped separately.

60

75

3006

Br-Jr Outdoor Skills Day

4

11

2010

10:00 AM

1:00 PM

$24

X

Camp DeWitt

605 Montgomery Rd

Hillsborough

NJ

08844

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Outdoor Adventure Try-It or Outdoor Fun Badge

Learn the basics of camping and outdoor safety during this 3-hour workshop, You will learn how to set up a camp site, pack a basic day pack, basic first aid, as well as safety in the outdoors and camp cooking techniques. Brownies will earn the Outdoor Adventure Try-It and Juniors will earn the Outdoor Fun Badge. A special tour of each outdoor station will be given. Will be held rain or shine so dress appropriately. Please bring water bottles.

75

100

3006

Br-Jr Outdoor Skills Day

4

11

2010

2:00 PM

5:00 PM

$24

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Camp DeWitt

605 Montgomery Rd

Hillsborough

NJ