Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts

Cadette Programs & Events

May

Silver Award Orientation
CANCELLED
Tuesday, May 28 2013 (5:30 - 6:30 pm)
Worcester Service Center, Worcester, MA

Attending a Silver Award Orientation can be the most beneficial thing you can do before beginning work on the Girl Scout Silver Award. Although optional, orientations provide valuable information about the process, the most up-to-date requirements, and suggestions about projects. Start your quest for the Silver here! A minimum of 10 girls is needed per event. Registration is open to groups and individuals with or without an adult.

Program Levels: Cadette
Cost: $5 per person
Attend as: Group or Girl w/ Adult
To Register: Registration closed.

Silver Award Orientation
CANCELLED
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 (5:30 - 6:30 pm)
Holyoke Service Center, Holyoke, MA

Program Levels: Cadette
Cost: $5 per person
Attend as: Group or Girl w/ Adult
To Register: Registration closed.

June

Girls Take Flight
CANCELLED
Saturday, June 1, 2013 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
NE Air Museum, Bradley International Airport
36 Perimeter Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Explore the basics of how airplanes fly, cockpit instruments and controls, and how an airplane is controlled on the ground and in the air. Fly a model airplane for speed. Meet a pilot and learn how to read an aeronautical chart. Chart the course of a specific flight and fly the course using the Museum’s simulators. Bring a bagged lunch. You are welcome to continue your exploration of the Museum until its closing at 5:00.

Program Levels: Cadette
Cost: $ 28 per girl and no fee for adult chaperone
Attend as: Group or Girl w/ Adult
To Register: Registration closed.

Wild Women Weekend at Camp Bonnie Brae
Saturday-Sunday, June 1-2, 2013 (10:00 am (Sat) – 10:00am (Sun))
Camp Bonnie Brae
Algerie Rd, East Otis

For girls and women only! Join us for this S.T.E.M. weekend where you’ll explore the science of camp. You’ll be able to choose from bird or tree identification, the science of baking, meteorology, wetlands exploration and more! But don’t worry, your favorite camp activities haven’t gone away – we’ll have boating, songs and games, and arts and crafts, too. Come with your troop or bring your mom, aunt, grandmother, or another adult female and join us for a wild time at camp! Girls and adults may be able to stay in the same cabin together or may be asked to have “girl only” and “adult only” cabins in the same living area, dependent upon enrollment.

Program Levels: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: $55 per person
Attend as: Group or Individual w/ Adult
To Register: Registration closed.

Wild Women Weekend at Camp Green Eyrie
Saturday-Sunday, June 8 – 9, 2013 (10:00 am (Sat) – 10:00 am (Sun))
Camp Green Eyrie
69 Still River Road, Harvard

Program Levels: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: $55 per person
Attend as: Group or Individual w/ Adult
To Register: Registration closed.

Gold & Silver Award Ceremony
Sunday, June 9 (1:00 - 4:00 pm)
Mechanics Hall, Worcester

The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest recognition that girls in grades 9-12 can earn in Girl Scouting. Requirements for the award culminate by completing a project that makes a measurable and sustainable difference in a girl’s community. The Girl Scout Silver Award is the highest award Girl Scouts in grades 6-8 can achieve. It recognizes their efforts in a range of Girl Scout and community experiences as well as their commitment to improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Come and join our Gold & Silver Ceremony at Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Sunday June 9. For details, click here.

Girl Scout Day at Look Park
Sunday, June 9
Look Park, Northampton, MA

What a great way to celebrate the start of summer! Arrive with your vest, sash, or membership pins and receive free vehicle entry and $5 off attraction wristbands (regularly $15, but you'll get them for $10). If you'd like to rent a picnic site, contact Shawn at 413-584-5457 for a reduced rate. View the flyer for more information.

Program Levels: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: Free
Attend as: Group, Individual w/ Adult or Family
To Register: No registration required.

July

Girl Scout Day at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Becket, MA

Spend a day at “the Pillow” with free performances, a guided tour, and Girl Scout discounts to see Companhia Urbana de Danca, an energetic hip-hop dance company from Brazil. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn or purchase food at the festival. View the flyer for more details.

Program Levels: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: Free (Tickets to the performance by Companhia Urbana de Danca cost $10 for youth tickets. Girl Scouts must be accompanied by a full-price adult ticket (ranges from $39-$69).
Attend as: Group, Individual w/ Adult or Family
To Register: No registration required to attend. Tickets to the Companhia Urbana de Danca show can be purchased after April 8 by calling the box office at 413-243-0745.

November

Women Take Flight 2013
Saturday, November 3, 2013 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm)
NE Air Museum, Bradley International Airport
36 Perimeter Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Meet pilots, aeronauts, aerospace scientists and engineers
who are pioneering exciting new careers for women. Hear their stories at presentations and panel discussions that educate and inspire. See impersonators portray famous women aviators from bygone eras, all amongst the unique collection of aircraft at the New England Air Museum. Do hands-on activities and learn more about the principles of flight.
A food vendor will be on site for the convenience of visitors.

Program Levels: Daisy - Ambassador
Cost: $ 6.50 per person if pre-registered
Attend as: Group or Girl w/ Adult
To Register:. Please contact Gina Maria Alimberti at gina-maria@neam.org or (860) 623-3305 ext. 311 - Deadline: October 26