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October Activities
Unique Programs in the Spotlight!
Embracing Differences
October 11
Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes
This special disability awareness event will demonstrate the skills that people with disabilities use in every day living to adapt at home, and work. You will learn a Girl Scout song in sign language, have a race in a wheel chair, and much, much, more. Walk away from this event with a better
understanding of people with physical disabilities, visual impairment, and hearing impairments through great hands on activities. You will find that you have a lot more in common than you think! Some activities may meet the requirements for the More Alike Than Different Patch.
A box lunch will be provided for every girl and two leaders per troop.
Senior Girl Scout opportunities are available.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $3 girls/adults
Location: Prairie State College, 202 S Halsted, Chicago
Min/Max: 100/150
Exploring Ape Behavior
October 25
Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes
Step into a researcher’s shoes at Regenstein Center for African Apes to observe the building’s amazing animals. Participants begin Exploring Ape Behavior with an overview of animal behavioral studies at the Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes. Afterwards, everyone will embark on their own research project, using an iPod Touch to record the activities of one of the zoo’s gorillas or chimpanzees. Experience first-hand how zoo research helps to better understand the intelligence and complexity of these extraordinary animals.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $6 girls/adults
Location: Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 N Cannon Drive, Chicago
Min/Max: 15/20
Gold and Silver Award Trainings!
The Girl Scout Gold and Silver Awards are the highest honor girls can earn in Girl Scouting. These awards can be described as being “what a girl really wants to be remembered for in Girl Scouting.” The process begins with attendance at an Intro to Gold/Silver Award sessions. Topics focus on time management, discovering your passion, and what qualifies as a good project. Attend this workshop to learn more about the requirements and meet girls who are motivated just like YOU. Fill out an Event Registration form to participate.
Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors
Cost: $5.50 girls (Covers the cost of needed book)
Location: Chicago Regional Service Center
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2120, Chicago
Min/Max: 15/40
Intro to Gold Awards
Wednesday, October 15
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Intro to Silver Award
Saturday, October 18
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Intro to Gold & Silver
Wednesday, January 28
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sports in the City - Check Out All The Action!
Chicago White Sox Game
September 13
All Girl Scouts
Watch the Chicago White Sox as they take on Detroit. Afterward you will get to see a great display of fireworks. Bring your friends and family along as
you cheer on the Sox as they continue to fight for first place! All registrations are completed by the White Sox.
Time: TBD
Cost: $12.50 Upper Box, $26 Lower Reserved
To order your tickets call 866-769-4263 and give code GSD.
Or order online at the White Sox Website and type in code GSD
Soccer Clinic with DePaul University
October 4
Girl Scout Brownie - Cadette
This all-skills soccer clinic given by the DePaul Women’s Soccer players and coaches will give girls the opportunity to work on ball drills, offense, defense, and even get in a game. Girls should wear gym clothes and gym shoes. The clinic will begin at noon - arrive at 11:00 am to watch the last hour of the team's practice.
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 girls
Location: Wish Field,900 W Beldon Ave, Chicago
Min/Max: 25/75
Volleyball Game & Clinic
DePaul University
October 11
Girl Scout Brownie - Cadette
Watch the DePaul Women’s Volleyball team take on Pittsburgh, then stay after the game and participate in a skills clinic given by the players and coaches. Fee covers entrance into the game and clinic participation. Clinic participants will receive the DePaul University Patch. Bring the patch to any game on the schedule following the clinic and receive free admission and a T-shirt.
Time: 2:00 p.m. Game, 4:00 p.m. Clinic
Cost: $3 girls
Location: McGrath Arena, 2323 N Sheffield, Chicago
Min/Max: 30/100
Volleyball Dig for the Cure with Loyola University
October 18
Girl Scout Brownie - Cadette
Loyola Women's Volleyball will be competing against Cleveland State in their special "Dig for the Cure" game. This event was created to help the fight against breast cancer and benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Show your support by wearing pink to the game. Before the game all Girl Scouts and their friends can participate in a clinic with the Loyola team and following you can help cheer the Ramblers to a victory. Price includes the clinic and t-shirt. Admission to the game is free.
Time: 2:00 p.m. Clinic, 4:00 p.m. Game
Cost: $11 girls
Location: Alumni Gym, 6526 N. Sheridan Rd, Chicago
Min/Max: 20/60
Come Be A Part of These Special Events!
It’s Cool 2B a Teen Girl Scout
Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors
November 15
Want to learn more about some of the awesome opportunities that exist for teen Girl Scouts in our council? Come and meet girls just like you and hear first hand about events such as Camp CEO, Destinations, From Badge to Business, and The Power Lunch. You will also learn about some of the new programs that will be available to you this year! If you have any ideas or suggestions for events, then bring them along too. Must fill out an event registration form to reserve your spot.
Cost: FREE
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Chicago Regional Center
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2120
Min/Max: 20/40
Kid Advocates for Health Forum
Brought to you by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors
September 16
Come see what girls and boys your age are doing in their lives and in their communities to stay active and healthy. This event will be hosted by kids as they share their stories as to what they are doing to combat obesity. There will be music, goody bags, and a healthy snack included! You will leave inspired. This is a national event that is taking place at cities all across the country. Help make Chicago stand out. Please call Melissa to reserve your spot at 312-416-2500 ext 231
Cost: FREE
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Union Park, 1501 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL
Min/Max: 80/100
Make Girl Scouts Your Business
Vanessa & Angela Simmons
Vanessa & Angela, entrepreneurs and TV stars, are helping to spread the word about leadership to Girl Scouts across the country. Watch their videos to see what they have to say with their advice on how to improve your Girl Scout Cookie Sales. Check out their great ideas and you can even sign up to get emails from them!
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