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<title>Programs - Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts</title>
<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/</link>
<description>Programs offered by Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, which serves more than 45,000 girls ages 5-17 and 17,000 adult volunteers in the 178 communities.</description>
<language>en-us</language>

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		<title>Wheelock Family Theatre: The Wizard of Oz (Boston) FULL: Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9965</link>
		<description>Wheelock Family Theater: Girl Scouts offers premium tickets at a discount, including a pre-show drama workshop, post-show Q&amp;A with members of the cast and a study guide for troop volunteers if the minimum of 35 participants is met. Girls will also receive a WFT partner button for free admission to a future performance.

The Wizard of Oz: A young girl's journey to a fantastic world restores her faith in the pleasures of home. Adapted from the beloved film; with the songs and characters the world has come to love!</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Waltham): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9778</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Waltham): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9776</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Waltham): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9777</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowboarding at Blue Hills (Canton): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10210</link>
		<description>Come and enjoy a day on the slopes at Blue Hills Ski Area. Skiing is available in addition to snowboarding; please use the alternate registration option for skiing. Members can stay and snowboard until 4pm.

If you are an adult chaperone who will be attending but NOT participating, do not register for this program. Registration is for participating adults and girls only.

If you are in need of rentals ($15), or lessons ($15) please send a separate check to Lu-Ann Souza at Middleboro GSEM Service Center, 111 E. Grove St, Middleboro, MA 02346 and include information about your preferred time slot: 11am or 1pm. Space for lessons is limited. For additional information, email lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Snowboarding at Blue Hills (Canton): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10211</link>
		<description>Come and enjoy a day on the slopes at Blue Hills Ski Area. Skiing is available in addition to snowboarding; please use the alternate registration option for skiing. Members can stay and ski until 4pm.

If you are an adult chaperone who will be attending but NOT participating, do not register for this program. Registration is for participating adults and girls only.

If you are in need of rentals ($15), or lessons ($15) please send a separate check to Lu-Ann Souza at Middleboro GSEM Service Center, 111 E. Grove St, Middleboro, MA 02346 and include information about your preferred time slot: 11am or 1pm. Space for lessons is limited. For additional information, email lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Skiing at Blue Hills (Canton) FULL: Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10208</link>
		<description>Come and enjoy a day on the slopes at Blue Hills Ski Area. Snowboarding is available in addition to skiing; please use the alternate registration option for snowboarding. Members can stay and ski until 4pm.

If you are an adult chaperone who will be attending but NOT participating, do not register for this program. Registration is for participating adults and girls only.

If you are in need of rentals ($15), or lessons ($15) please send a separate check to Lu-Ann Souza at Middleboro GSEM Service Center, 111 E. Grove St, Middleboro, MA 02346 and include information about your preferred time slot: 11am or 1pm. Space for lessons is limited. For additional information, email lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Skiing at Blue Hills (Canton) (FULL): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10209</link>
		<description>Come and enjoy a day on the slopes at Blue Hills Ski Area. Snowboarding is available in addition to skiing; please use the alternate registration option for snowboarding. Members can stay and ski until 4pm.

If you are an adult chaperone who will be attending but NOT participating, do not register for this program. Registration is for participating adults and girls only.

If you are in need of rentals ($15), or lessons ($15) please send a separate check to Lu-Ann Souza at Middleboro GSEM Service Center, 111 E. Grove St, Middleboro, MA 02346 and include information about your preferred time slot: 11am or 1pm. Space for lessons is limited. For additional information, email lsouza@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Learn to Climb Series (Plymouth): Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9674</link>
		<description>Spend four Saturday sessions ( 2/4, 2/11, 2,18 and 2/25) on the climbing wall. Learn basic climbing skills, exercises and tricks that will improve your climbing. On the last Saturday, compete in for distance, route and time climbing challenges!</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Learn to Climb Series (Plymouth): Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9673</link>
		<description>Spend four Saturday sessions ( 2/4, 2/11, 2,18 and 2/25) on the climbing wall. Learn basic climbing skills, exercises and tricks that will improve your climbing. On the last Saturday, compete in for distance, route and time climbing challenges!</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Gold Award Deadlines &amp; Meeting Dates: Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=8490</link>
		<description>The 2010-2011 Gold Award deadlines are: Sept 1, Nov 1, Feb 1, Apr 1, and June 1. 

The choices for Proposal Meetings/Final Presentations each deadline month are:
--Sept 7 Waltham
--Sep 8 North Andover
--Sept 9 Middleboro
--Nov 8 Middleboro
--Nov 9 Waltham
--Nov 10 North Andover
--Feb 8 North Andover
--Feb 9 Middleboro
--Feb 12 Waltham
--Apr 4 Middleboro
--Apr 6 North Andover
--April 7 Waltham
--Jun 6 Waltham
--June 7 North Andover
--June 8 Middleboro.

When submitting your Proposal Form or Final Report, indicate which meeting date (listed) you'd like that month, but be sure to be available from 6:30p-9p the date you choose. If it falls on a Saturday, you'll need to be available from 10:30a-1pm.

Questions contact: goldaward@girlscoutseasternmass.org
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		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Girl Scout Museum (Middleboro, North Andover, Waltham): Feb 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=7442</link>
		<description>Girl Scouting has a proud history and a rich tapestry of traditions. Troops are welcome to visit the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts’ museums and explore the world of fun in Girl Scouting. Troop visits to the museums are free. More info.
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		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Advanced Learn to Climb Series (Plymouth): Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9425</link>
		<description>Spend four Saturday sessions( 2/4, 2/11, 2,18 and 2/25) on the climbing wall.  Learn climbing skills, exercises and tricks that will improve your climbing. Learn belay skills, route setting, and competition skills from local climbers. On the last Saturday, compete in for distance, route and time climbing challenges! Must have participated in a low ropes challenge course to participate in this program.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowbound (Waltham): Feb 05, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9746</link>
		<description>Learn the essentials of camping in the winter and have fun!  Try building a fire in the snow.  Discover how to build a snow shelter to keep you warm in the winter and strap on a pair of snowshoes and go for a walk.  This is a great way to get outside in the winter and also a great step to being ready to compete in the Operation Snowflake event held at Camp Greenbrier every year in February.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>GECCo: Junior Energy Savers! (Middleboro): Feb 05, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9611</link>
		<description>Put your Girl Scout Promise to the test use your resources wisely! Help keep the earth healthy! Through hands-on activities, electrifying demos, you'll learn some simple things you can do to save energy, fight climate change and have a long term positive impact on the environment. You will earn an Energy Saver event patch. (see more on GECCo)</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Dream It! Believe It! (Waltham): Feb 10, 2012 - Feb 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9596</link>
		<description>Begin your journey to business success. Have you ever thought about running your own company? Do you have a talent that you would like to market? Do you have deams of making lots of money? In this weekend program, you will have the opportunity to work with women CEO's and entrepreneurs to learn their secrets to success. Girls will work in groups to create a team product. We'll spend the weekend taking your product from design to the market. Which product will be chosen as the best? We'll also take a field trip on Saturday night to see behind the scenes of businesses at night.  Girls attend as individuals. Adult chaperones provided.</description>
		<category>Financial Literacy</category>
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		<title>Watch Out Picasso (Norwood): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9800</link>
		<description>Watch out Picasso the Brownie Girl Scouts are here!  In this program girls will express themselves through diffferent forms of art and make incredible portraits and other works of art to display at home. Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Andover): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9755</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Andover): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9754</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Andover): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9753</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Let's Get Creative (Norwood): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9679</link>
		<description>Everyone has a creative side; working together we will discover yours!  Girls will delve into their imagination and come up with amazing art using different mediums and techniques to express what's in their creative side.  Super patch included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Hands on History (Plymouth): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9628</link>
		<description>What was daily life like for the girls in 17th century New England? Visit Plimoth Plantation to discover the role of women in Wamanoag and Engligh Colonial societies. Girls will try a variety of activities like making Wampanoag pottery and jewelry, examining balance and care of our planet and learning about fashion of the time and Colonial cooking methods that can be used today.  Bring home a special treat to share with your family.</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Daisy Artist (Norwood): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9588</link>
		<description>At this program girls will discover their inner artist.  Girls will paint, sculpt and make art to take home. Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
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		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp for J/C/S/A (Billerica): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9510</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp for Daisies/Brownies (Billerica): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9515</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>1620 (Plymouth): Feb 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9422</link>
		<description>Did young women in 17th century New England have the same responsibilities and opportunities that they do today? Hwo did native and colonial girls transition to womanhood? Meet a 17th century colonial woman, cook colonial food over an open hearth, learn a Colonial dance and make a wampum pendant from a quahog shell.  Bring a bag lunch.</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Extreme Snowbound (Andover) (CANCELLED): Feb 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9598</link>
		<description>Have you already down snowbound but loved it?   Come and better the skills you learned last time at snowbound.  Compete in a string burning contest where you will have to start your own fire in the snow.  Also enjoy walking in the snowshoes all day long and even try running in snowshoes and competing in an obstacle course while wearing your snowshoes. Learn about what nature lives outside and what nature hibernates in the winter time.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 9am: Feb 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10226</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 3pm: Feb 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10228</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 12pm: Feb 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10227</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Pelham, NH): Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9763</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Pelham, NH): Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9762</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Snowshoeing (Pelham, NH): Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9764</link>
		<description>Come and chase those winter blues away by exploring camp in the winter on snowshoes.  Learn how to make your way through the snow while exploring the natural wonders of the outdoors in the winter. You will be encouraged to reach your individual and group goals while learning skills to travel safely and effectively through the winter wilderness environment. Some of the lessons that will be discussed include how to snowshoe, layering, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Price includes facilitator and snowshoes and Hot Chocolate at the end of your adventure.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Operation Snowflake (Acushnet): Feb 18, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9710</link>
		<description>This is the premier competitive winter camping event, attracting hundreds of teen Girl Scouts from around the Northeast.  Hope for the challenge of snow! Troops participate in competitive events like A-frame, outdoor bake-offs and wood sawing. Program is open to girls in grades 7-12.  For program questions, price and to register, please email opsnowflake@comcast.net  or call 508-997-9223. Attention:  Individual girls interested in attending this event. There will be an informational meeting on Thursday October 20 from 7-8:30 at the Middleboro Office. Practices will begin Saturday November 5th 10:00 -1:00.  All practices will be held Camp Wind-in-the-Pines in Plymouth or at the Middleboro Office.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 9am: Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10229</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 3pm: Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10231</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 12pm: Feb 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10230</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Babysitting (Andover): Feb 19, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10075</link>
		<description>Babysitting is an awesome way to learn the responsibilities of caring for others and earn extra cash. This excellent training includes instruction on First Aid, safety precautions, child development, emergency procedures, age-appropriate activities etc. You will receive a certificate of completion and patch upon completion.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Winter Vacation Camp (Bradford, NH): Feb 20, 2012 - Feb 24, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9804</link>
		<description>Get the most out of your winter vacation week at Camp Wabasso with teens like you!  Spend two days downhill skiing or snowboarding and an evening of tubing at a local ski resort.  Back at camp enjoy cross country skiing, snowshoeing, hanging out by the campfire, and various camp activities.  This week includes all of your lodging, equipment rentals, lessons, food and transportation from Waltham, MA.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Harvard Babysitter (Framingham): Feb 20, 2012 - Feb 24, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10156</link>
		<description>Harvard Babysitter: Fun &amp; Games with Children's Literature Series

In 5 one and a half hour sessions, learn how to support early literacy. Certified training includes hands-on, interactive play with books, plus spin-off activities focused on characters, themes, words, sounds, and more.

Featuring:

Win-Win words games - fun and funny, non-competitive language games

Potluck of Fun - follow up activities include art &amp; drama

Choosing quality age-appropriate books - compare and contrast

Pre-reading - problem solving puzzles

Delivery - games, performance and practice

Coaching - expert one on one guidance to bring out your best reading

All aspects of early literacy support will be introduced and woven into the games and activities (book knowledge, print awareness, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, comprehension and phonics.)
This is a series beginning on Feb. 20th and running through Feb. 24th, from 3-5pm.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Zoo New England Overnight (Boston): Feb 24, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9812</link>
		<description>Spend a night with your favorite creatures at the zoo! Overnight includes parking on zoo grounds, six hours of programming, behind the scenes tours and live animal encounters. Snack and indoor sleep accomodations are included.
 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Ready, Set: ACTION! (Boston): Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9970</link>
		<description>In this 3-hour workshop, girls will learn ways to discover, connect and take action through acting, movement and improvisation!
Acting: How Can I Make Them Believe Me?
Movement: Your Body Can Tell Stories Without Words!
Improvisation: Quick! Make it Up!
Girls will play different roles, act out stories, reflect and problem-solve - all while engaging their minds and bodies. They will learn people skills for leadership, examine stereotypes, and explore issues from their own lives. Most of all, they will share excitement and fun!</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Cradles to Crayons (Brighton): Feb 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9579</link>
		<description>Cradles to Crayons provides essentials to low-income and homeless children, linking community resources and needs. Join us for a morning of service. We will help sort collected toys and clothing and package them for children in need. We encourage you to clean your closet and bring your gently used clothing as a donation. Troops can also sign up for service on their own through Cradles to Crayons as well as host donation drives. New socks and underwear are always in great demand.
</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Wondrous Weaving (Middleboro): Feb 29, 2012 - Apr 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9807</link>
		<description>Girls will learn the diverse history of weaving from around the world while building their own weaving skills to use again and  again. Over the course of this series, girls will conduct a community assesment that will offer the girls a platform for a final tapestry weaving project which will be showcased in an exhibit. Girls going for the Silver or Gold Award, or simply working toward a Journey Award should note that this series will help satisfy aspects of the Journeys [(Cadette) Media or Amaze (Senior) Girltopia or Mission Sisterhood or (Ambassador) Your Voice Your World or Bliss Live It, Bliss Give It] through advocacy, art work, leadership aspects and community assessment/networking.  Series will be held 2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, &amp; 4/4 exhibit date TBD.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Museum of Science Overnight (Tall and Small): Mar 02, 2012 - Mar 03, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9980</link>
		<description>The Museum of Science is a pioneer in hands-on museum design and iconic overnight programs, where girls discover science in an entertaining, educational and interactive way. Many activities link to our Journeys. Come build her confidence by using science to make the world a better place!

A typical overnight (5:00pm - 11:00am) includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals, a late-night show, a planetarium show, an Omni film, and plenty of time to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast, a come-back coupon, and a participation patch. On-site parking is only $5 until noon. Unless dates are labeled as Tall and Small (girl/adult) pair, you must adhere to safety ratios, and do not bring extra adults.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate. Registration fee is half-price for Program Aides, and registration is available here on our e-biz site , or you can locate the Program Aide registration by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Monster Camping (Waltham): Mar 02, 2012 - Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10047</link>
		<description>This is troop camping for girls from far and wide.  It’s huge…It’s super-sized…IT’S MONSTER CAMPING!  Girls will choose from a variety of workshops including archery, arts and crafts, canoeing and games.  On Friday night, enjoy s’mores around the campfire.  On Saturday night, hang out with friends while playing games and making crafts.  Participants will need to bring their own food supplies to cook over a campfire.  Optional enrichment programs will be offered for the adults during the day.

First Aider Required.
Troop Camper Required.
</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Harvard Babysitter (Waltham): Mar 02, 2012 - Mar 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10157</link>
		<description>Harvard Babysitter: Fun &amp; Games with Children's Literature Series

In 5 one and a half hour sessions, learn how to support early literacy. Certified training includes hands-on, interactive play with books, plus spin-off activities focused on characters, themes, words, sounds, and more.

Featuring:

Win-Win words games - fun and funny, non-competitive language games

Potluck of Fun - follow up activities include art &amp; drama

Choosing quality age-appropriate books - compare and contrast

Pre-reading - problem solving puzzles

Delivery - games, performance and practice

Coaching - expert one on one guidance to bring out your best reading

All aspects of early literacy support will be introduced and woven into the games and activities (book knowledge, print awareness, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, comprehension and phonics.)
This is a series beginning on March 2nd and running each subsequent Friday (9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th), from 6:30pm-8:30pm.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Rappelling (Plymouth): Mar 03, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9726</link>
		<description>Descend a rope by using friction to safely control the rate of descent. Learn how one repels in our indoor climbing wall at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Rappelling (Plymouth): Mar 03, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9727</link>
		<description>Descend a rope by using friction to safely control the rate of descent. Learn how one repels in our indoor climbing wall at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Rappelling (Plymouth): Mar 03, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9728</link>
		<description>Descend a rope by using friction to safely control the rate of descent. Learn how one repels in our indoor climbing wall at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Cookies for a Cause at Hanscom AFB (Hanscom) (FULL): Mar 03, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9570</link>
		<description>Join Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts for our annual Cookies for a Cause event at Hanscom Air Force Base. Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to speak with military personnel who served overseas, make cards for soldiers to go with the donated cookies and rock out to the Hanscom Air Force Band. This event is for Girl Scouts only and pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Please adhere to appropriate adult-to-girl ratios (as specified in Volunteer Essentials) for this program.</description>
		<category>Financial Literacy</category>
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		<title>Rock Spot Climbing (Boston): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9734</link>
		<description>Girls will have a great time climbing during this fun program.  Rotate among three stations:  rock climbing on the high walls, climbing on the low walls and yoga!  Cheer other girls on as they try something new and exciting.  Each girl must have complete waiver to climb.  Http://www.rockspotclimbing.com/content/waiver.pdf

 First Aider Required.
</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Rock Spot Climbing (Boston): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9733</link>
		<description>Girls will have a great time climbing during this fun program.  Rotate among three stations:  rock climbing on the high walls, climbing on the low walls and yoga!  Cheer other girls on as they try something new and exciting.  Each girl must have complete waiver to climb.  Http://www.rockspotclimbing.com/content/waiver.pdf

 First Aider Required.
</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Rock Spot Climbing (Boston): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9732</link>
		<description>Girls will have a great time climbing during this fun program.  Rotate among three stations:  rock climbing on the high walls, climbing on the low walls and yoga!  Cheer other girls on as they try something new and exciting.  Each girl must have complete waiver to climb.  Http://www.rockspotclimbing.com/content/waiver.pdf

 First Aider Required.
</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>CoCo Key Water Resort (Danvers): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9569</link>
		<description>It's cold out there!  Come to where it's always 80 degrees and you can splash, slide and swim all day at CoCo Key Water Resort, New England's largest indoor water park.  The person registering is responsible for distributing admission bracelets to their troop/families. We need one liasion for each date to hand out tickets at the venue.  This liasion receives one free adult admission.  If you're interested in this opportunity please email programs@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 9am: Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10232</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 3pm: Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10234</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 12pm: Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10233</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Carabiner's Indoor Rock Climbing (New Bedford): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9552</link>
		<description>Come to climb the second largest indoor rock wall in New England.  It's 65 feet tall with numerous challenges.  This is a great progression in rock climbing.  Hope you'll join us!

 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Carabiner's Indoor Rock Climbing (New Bedford): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9551</link>
		<description>Come to climb the second largest indoor rock wall in New England.  It's 65 feet tall with numerous challenges.  This is a great progression in rock climbing.  Hope you'll join us!

 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Cadette Girls &quot;Go&quot; Green (Waltham): Mar 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10242</link>
		<description>In this two-hour event, girls will learn how to power down and travel &quot;green&quot;. Girls will examine their own energy usage behaviors through interactive and hands on activities that promote healthy choices for the environment. Girls will learn how to be more environmentally firendly. GECCO event patch is included.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Mystery Madness: Crime Fighters (Plymouth): Mar 11, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9705</link>
		<description>There's a mystery out there and only you can solve it.  If you are interested in being a detective come to this program to gain the skills you need.  During the program you will utilize forensic techniques to solve a brand new crime and try the alleged suspects in our Girl Scout court of law!</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>CSI - Cadette, Senior Investigator (Waltham): Mar 16, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9583</link>
		<description>In this event you will work in teams to investigate a crime scene, follow the evidence and do expirements to figure out who commited the crime.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Mystery Madness: Crime Fighters (Waltham): Mar 17, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9706</link>
		<description>There's a mystery out there and only you can solve it.  If you are interested in being a detective come to this program to gain the skills you need.  During the program you will utilize forensic techniques to solve a brand new crime and try the alleged suspects in our Girl Scout court of law!</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Museum of Science Overnight (Brownie and Junior Troop): Mar 17, 2012 - Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9983</link>
		<description>The Museum of Science is a pioneer in hands-on museum design and iconic overnight programs, where girls discover science in an entertaining, educational and interactive way. Many activities link to our Journeys. Come build her confidence by using science to make the world a better place!

A typical overnight (5:00pm - 11:00am) includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals, a late-night show, a planetarium show, an Omni film, and plenty of time to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast, a come-back coupon, and a participation patch. On-site parking is only $5 until noon. Unless dates are labeled as Tall and Small (girl/adult) pair, you must adhere to safety ratios, and do not bring extra adults.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate. Registration fee is half-price for Program Aides, and registration is available here on our e-biz site , or you can locate the Program Aide registration by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>I Made it Myself! (Lowell): Mar 17, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9643</link>
		<description>In the program girls will learn how to prepare snacks for themselves and their family using healthy, wholesome foods.  We'll also make a fun desert or two all without turning on the stove! Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Cradles to Crayons (Brighton): Mar 17, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9580</link>
		<description>Cradles to Crayons provides essentials to low-income and homeless children, linking community resources and needs. Join us for a morning of service. We will help sort collected toys and clothing and package them for children in need. We encourage you to clean your closet and bring your gently used clothing as a donation. Troops can also sign up for service on their own through Cradles to Crayons as well as host donation drives. New socks and underwear are always in great demand.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Brownie Chef (Lowell): Mar 17, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9497</link>
		<description>Girls will learn about healthy food and prepare a snack, beverage and desert to share. Super patch piece included.

Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Scuba Diving (Beverly): Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9739</link>
		<description>Experience the skill of scuba diving under the supervision of a PADI Professional. During your adventures, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills. Participants should swimming experience.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Scuba Diving (Beverly): Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9741</link>
		<description>Experience the skill of scuba diving under the supervision of a PADI Professional. During your adventures, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills. Participants should swimming experience.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Scuba Diving (Beverly): Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10259</link>
		<description>Experience the skill of scuba diving under the supervision of a PADI Professional. During your adventures, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills. Participants should swimming experience.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Scuba Diving (Beverly): Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9740</link>
		<description>Experience the skill of scuba diving under the supervision of a PADI Professional. During your adventures, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills. Participants should swimming experience.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Defining Beauty (Plymouth): Mar 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9590</link>
		<description>Girls will attend a variety of workshops geared toward exploring the history of beauty and cosmetics: cultural definitions and ideals; the science behind it, activism and hands-on creation stations. Whether you wear make up or not, there is something for everyone in this program!</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Museum of Science Overnight (Brownie and Junior Troop): Mar 23, 2012 - Mar 24, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9984</link>
		<description>The Museum of Science is a pioneer in hands-on museum design and iconic overnight programs, where girls discover science in an entertaining, educational and interactive way. Many activities link to our Journeys. Come build her confidence by using science to make the world a better place!

A typical overnight (5:00pm - 11:00am) includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals, a late-night show, a planetarium show, an Omni film, and plenty of time to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast, a come-back coupon, and a participation patch. On-site parking is only $5 until noon. Unless dates are labeled as Tall and Small (girl/adult) pair, you must adhere to safety ratios, and do not bring extra adults.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate. Registration fee is half-price for Program Aides, and registration is available here on our e-biz site , or you can locate the Program Aide registration by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
 First Aider Required.

</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Zoo New England Overnight (Boston): Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9813</link>
		<description>Spend a night with your favorite creatures at the zoo! Overnight includes parking on zoo grounds, six hours of programming, behind the scenes tours and live animal encounters. Snack and indoor sleep accomodations are included.
 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Night at the Mall Pajama Palooza (Marlborough): Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9709</link>
		<description>What do you get when you cross the movie &quot;Mall Cop&quot; and &quot;Night at the Museum?&quot; - You get a palooza of pajamas and fun!  Spend the night in a mall - and enjoy a night of true adventure with new friends all across the council!  Relax and enjoy your troop without the distractions of day - to - day living.  Treat this overnight like a vacation - there will be time for shopping, dining, and the ususal mall delights as well as hands on stations created by Girl Scouts of Eastern MA.  Don't miss out on this unique opportunity.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Crazy About Animals Camp-In (New Bedford): Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9581</link>
		<description>Join us for an overnight adventure at the Buttonwood Park Zoo. You'll learn all of the zoo animals and about different jobs working with animals. You'll build your own animal exhibit model and take a night tour of the zoo. Dinner and Breakfast are included.

 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Brownie Camping - Cabins (Waltham) FULL: Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9494</link>
		<description>This is a great first time overnight camping experience in a cabin.  During the day, girls will enjoy crafts, games, nature activities and more.  At dusk, the whole camp will get together to sing around the campfire and enjoy a s’more.  Troops will need to bring their own food supplies to cook in a kitchen or over a campfire.  Please adhere to 1 adult per 5 girls with a minimum of 2 adults as this is a very popular event.  A lodge camping trained adult must attend with the troop.  Optional enrichment programs will be offered for the adults during the day.

First Aider Required.
Troop Camper Required.


</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Mad Science (Plymouth): Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9690</link>
		<description>This interactive event challenges the audience to help the Mad Scientist to explore the scientific method as they observe, hypothesize, and experiment.  Prepare to be amazed at all the exciting things that will happen when the Mad Scientist takes the stage and invites some girls to help.  After the show everyone will visit stations to conduct experiments of their own. Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Mad Science (Plymouth): Mar 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9691</link>
		<description>This interactive event challenges the audience to help the Mad Scientist to explore the scientific method as they observe, hypothesize, and experiment.  Prepare to be amazed at all the exciting things that will happen when the Mad Scientist takes the stage and invites some girls to help.  After the show everyone will visit stations to conduct experiments of their own. Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 9am: Mar 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10235</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 3pm: Mar 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10237</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 12pm: Mar 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10236</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>CSI - Cadette, Senior Investigator (Plymouth): Mar 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9582</link>
		<description>In this event you will work in teams to investigate a crime scene, follow the evidence and do expirements to figure out who commited the crime.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Things that Go Bump in the Night Overnight (New Bedford): Mar 31, 2012 - Apr 01, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9787</link>
		<description>Join us for an overnight adventure at Buttonwood Park Zoo and explore the world of nocturnal creatures. You'll get the chance to dissect owl pellets and take a night tour of the zoo. Dinner and breakfast are included.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Museum of Science Overnight (Cadette, Senior, Ambassador): Mar 31, 2012 - Apr 01, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9985</link>
		<description>The Museum of Science is a pioneer in hands-on museum design and iconic overnight programs, where girls discover science in an entertaining, educational and interactive way. Many activities link to our Journeys. Come build her confidence by using science to make the world a better place!

A typical overnight (5:00pm - 11:00am) includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals, a late-night show, a planetarium show, an Omni film, and plenty of time to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast, a come-back coupon, and a participation patch. On-site parking is only $5 until noon. Unless dates are labeled as Tall and Small (girl/adult) pair, you must adhere to safety ratios, and do not bring extra adults.
 First Aider Required.
</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>How to Handle Bumps, Bruises, and Other Booboos (Boston): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10154</link>
		<description>Cadette Girl Scouts will get the opportunity to look at their health from a holistic perspective. The girls will learn the many individual factors that make up someone’s health. Featured speakers include a meditation specialist and first aid professionals among other speakers. The girls will be able to learn the various components while participating in hands on activities with the speakers. The event will culminate in a discussion about how to apply what they learned in their daily lives and also how to spread the word to other peers and family members. 

 

 

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		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9520</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9519</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9516</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9518</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9521</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bucket Boot Camp (Marlborough): Mar 31, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9517</link>
		<description>Join members of the dynamic band The Rhythm Room in this high energy, fun and hands-on workshop that will show girls how to play and compose percussion based music using only a recycled 5 gallon bucket and drumsticks.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bronze Award Orientation (Waltham): Apr 04, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9493</link>
		<description>This info session is for those interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award, and for thea dults who will support them.  Learn about appropriate projects and documentation.  Please check our website for the newest requirements. Questions bronzeaward@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Girl Scouts Around the World (New Bedford): Apr 07, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9617</link>
		<description>Did you know there are 10 Million Girl Scouts and Girl Guides in 145 countries of the world?  In this exciting program you’ll hear stores, try foods, and learn about the culture and what it’s like to be a Girl Guide in around the world as well as in the USA.  We'll have live performances to end our travels around the world.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Girl Scouts Around the World (New Bedford): Apr 07, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9618</link>
		<description>Did you know there are 10 Million Girl Scouts and Girl Guides in 145 countries of the world?  In this exciting program you’ll hear stores, try foods, and learn about the culture and what it’s like to be a Girl Guide in around the world as well as in the USA.  We'll have live performances to end our travels around the world.</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 9am: Apr 09, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10238</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 3pm: Apr 09, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10240</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Climbing Wall (Plymouth) 12pm: Apr 09, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10239</link>
		<description>Come climb and challenge yourself on our indoor 20' rock wall. Also, get a chance to get creative and help us repaint the rock wall room into an inspiring place where climbers can feel the power to climb to the top! Girls must have participated in the low ropes course and the flying squirrel high ropes element to participate.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Program Aide Training (Waltham): Apr 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10135</link>
		<description>Calling ALL Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Are you interested in working with your younger Girl Scout sisters? A Program Aide uses her leadership skills to share her interests and experiences with younger girls in a troop, group, camp setting and even council EVENTS! Come join us as we provide you with the tools you need to be an effective Program Aide. Note: Cadettes will get specific information on the new Cadette Program Aide Award and the additional aspects they'll need to complete back in their own community to fulfill that Award.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Wheelock Family Theatre: The Miracle Worker (Boston): Apr 14, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9961</link>
		<description>Wheelock Family Theater: Girl Scouts offers premium tickets at a discount, including a pre-show drama workshop, post-show Q&amp;A with members of the cast and a study guide for troop volunteers if the minimum of 35 participants is met. Girls will also receive a WFT partner button for free admission to a future performance.

The Miracle Worker: The inspiring true story of Helen Keller and her devoted teacher, Annie Sullivan. This prize-winning play illustrates our very human need to connect and to communicate.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Tents Up (Plymouth): Apr 14, 2012 - Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9786</link>
		<description>Have you ever been to Camp Wind-in-the-Pines?  Spend a weekend giving back at camp.  Help put up the tents and assist with spring cleaning projects such as washing windows, cleaning mattresses and setting up beds.  Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore camp and hang out with friends.  Celebrate a successful work day with a campfire and s’mores! This weekend includes dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast on Sunday.  Participants will need to bring lunch for Saturday as well as personal sleeping gear.
 First Aider Required.
Troop Camper Required.

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		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Teen Extreme (Rowley): Apr 14, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9784</link>
		<description>Spend the day enjoying elements that will bring your feet high off the ground! Test your adventure level by doing the challenge course, rock climbing and the Giant's Ladder. Even try leaping from a tree platform forty feet off the ground.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Ready, Set: ACTION! (Boston): Apr 14, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9971</link>
		<description>In this 3-hour workshop, girls will learn ways to discover, connect and take action through acting, movement and improvisation!
Acting: How Can I Make Them Believe Me?
Movement: Your Body Can Tell Stories Without Words!
Improvisation: Quick! Make it Up!
Girls will play different roles, act out stories, reflect and problem-solve - all while engaging their minds and bodies. They will learn people skills for leadership, examine stereotypes, and explore issues from their own lives. Most of all, they will share excitement and fun!</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Wheelock Family Theatre: The Miracle Worker (Boston): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9962</link>
		<description>Wheelock Family Theater: Girl Scouts offers premium tickets at a discount, including a pre-show drama workshop, post-show Q&amp;A with members of the cast and a study guide for troop volunteers if the minimum of 35 participants is met. Girls will also receive a WFT partner button for free admission to a future performance.

The Miracle Worker: The inspiring true story of Helen Keller and her devoted teacher, Annie Sullivan. This prize-winning play illustrates our very human need to connect and to communicate.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Horse Sampler (Stoughton): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10245</link>
		<description>Do you have a desire to learn more about horseback riding? Come spend the afternoon with your fellow Girl Scouts for a riding sampler. Girls will learn to groom horses, learn about care and feeding and learn to lead a horse. They'll also learn to mount and steer a horse on their own.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Juniors (Plymouth): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9485</link>
		<description>Make your own set of jewelry (bracelet, necklace, earings) to wear or give to a friend. Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Daisy Girl Scouts (Plymouth): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9479</link>
		<description>Earn a jewelry-making fun patch and learn to make a new way to remember the Girl Scout Promise and Law (Patch will be distributed at the end of the session.)</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Cadette, Senior &amp; Ambassador (Plymouth): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9473</link>
		<description>Beads &amp; Wires &amp; Charms: Oh My! You will learn a variety of techniques in this workshop and be able to design and create your own jewelry. You will also learn about various components used to make jewelry (&quot;findings&quot;) and how to make your own! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Brownies (Plymouth): Apr 15, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9467</link>
		<description>At this event girls will have hands on experience in designing jewelry.  Girls will design and make  a bracelet to wear home! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Sundown Sing-along (Andover): Apr 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9779</link>
		<description>Enjoy traditional Girl Scout songs and s’mores around the campfire!  Bring your whole family to soak up the atmosphere of our beautiful camps.  Sing your heart out, savor a s’more and go home with a book of camp songs.  Participants should bring a blanket or chair to sit on and this event happens rain or shine.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Girl Power on the Hill (Boston): Apr 18, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9616</link>
		<description>This special program about girls' power in a democracy includes workshops on the legislative process and leadership, a tour of the State House and a special luncheon with women of the State House. You will even have the opportunity to debate a bill on the House floor! This exciting event will show you how to use your power to make a difference in your community. Registration will be available after the date and time are determined. This event will be held during April Vacation Week.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Nature Geocaching (Norton): Apr 21, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9707</link>
		<description>Try a different twist on geocaching, the popular GPS adventure activity. Using global positioning system devices and a few clues, girls will search for specific trees, rocks and natural objects to learn their stories.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Babysitting (Norton): Apr 21, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10250</link>
		<description>Babysitting is an awesome way to learn the responsibilities of caring for others and earn extra cash. This excellent training includes instruction on First Aid, safety precautions, child development, emergency procedures, age-appropriate activities etc. You will receive a certificate of completion and patch upon completion.</description>
		<category>Financial Literacy</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Juniors (Waltham): Apr 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9487</link>
		<description>Make your own set of jewelry (bracelet, necklace, earings) to wear or give to a friend. Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Daisy Girl Scouts (Waltham): Apr 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9481</link>
		<description>Earn a jewelry-making fun patch and learn to make a new way to remember the Girl Scout Promise and Law (Patch will be distributed at the end of the session.)</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Cadette, Senior &amp; Ambassador (Waltham): Apr 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9475</link>
		<description>Beads &amp; Wires &amp; Charms: Oh My! You will learn a variety of techniques in this workshop and be able to design and create your own jewelry. You will also learn about various components used to make jewelry (&quot;findings&quot;) and how to make your own! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Brownies (Waltham): Apr 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9469</link>
		<description>At this event girls will have hands on experience in designing jewelry.  Girls will design and make  a bracelet to wear home! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>100th Anniversary Forever Green Party for the Planet (Boston): Apr 22, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9421</link>
		<description>Celebrating a year of service and the Girl Scouts 100th birthday at Franklin Park Zoo. Join Girl Scouts from throughout New England and our partners at Franklin Park Zoo as we culminate our Forever Green 100th Anniversary Take Action Project. Celebrate the positive impact that Girl Scouts from Eastern Mass have had on the planet. What are you doing to help the planet? There will be other exciting Earth Day activities provided by Franklin Park Zoo as well. Registration for this program includes a patch for Girl Scouts and discounted zoo admission for all registrants. Families welcome.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Archery (Waltham): Apr 23, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9451</link>
		<description>Girls will learn the basics about bows and arrows and all about how to safely shot an arrow. Then practice hitting the target from short and long distances in groups of 4 to 6 girls shooting at the target.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Silver Award Orientation (Waltham): Apr 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9745</link>
		<description>This info session is for Cadettes interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Silver Award, and for the adults who will support them.  Learn about the prerequisites, appropriate projects and documentation.  Please check our website for the newest requirements. Questions silveraward@girlscoutseasternmass.org</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Archery (Andover): Apr 25, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9430</link>
		<description>Girls will learn the basics about bows and arrows and all about how to safely shot an arrow. Then practice hitting the target from short and long distances in groups of 4 to 6 girls shooting at the target.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Sundown Sing-along (Plymouth): Apr 27, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9781</link>
		<description>Enjoy traditional Girl Scout songs and s’mores around the campfire!  Bring your whole family to soak up the atmosphere of our beautiful camps.  Sing your heart out, savor a s’more and go home with a book of camp songs.  Participants should bring a blanket or chair to sit on and this event happens rain or shine.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Museum of Science Overnight (Brownie and Junior Troop): Apr 27, 2012 - Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9986</link>
		<description>The Museum of Science is a pioneer in hands-on museum design and iconic overnight programs, where girls discover science in an entertaining, educational and interactive way. Many activities link to our Journeys. Come build her confidence by using science to make the world a better place!

A typical overnight (5:00pm - 11:00am) includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals, a late-night show, a planetarium show, an Omni film, and plenty of time to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast, a come-back coupon, and a participation patch. On-site parking is only $5 until noon. Unless dates are labeled as Tall and Small (girl/adult) pair, you must adhere to safety ratios, and do not bring extra adults.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate. Registration fee is half-price for Program Aides, and registration is available here on our e-biz site , or you can locate the Program Aide registration by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.
 First Aider Required.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Monster Camping (Pelham, NH): Apr 27, 2012 - Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9703</link>
		<description>This is troop camping for girls from far and wide.  It’s huge…It’s super-sized…IT’S MONSTER CAMPING!  Girls will choose from a variety of workshops including archery, arts and crafts, canoeing and games.  On Friday night, enjoy s’mores around the campfire.  On Saturday night, hang out with friends while playing games and making crafts.  Participants will need to bring their own food supplies to cook over a campfire.  Optional enrichment programs will be offered for the adults during the day.
 First Aider Required.
Troop Camper Required.
</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Saturday Spotlight Series! (Boston): Apr 28, 2012 - May 12, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9972</link>
		<description>This more advanced drama workshop series meets 3 consecutive Saturdays to explore theatre and performance. Working with improvisation, photography, sound effects, movement, music and more, girls will create original short plays and perform them for a community audience at the conclusion of the final Saturday. This program will meet on 4/28, 5/5, and 5/12.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Program Aide Training (Norton): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10137</link>
		<description>Calling ALL Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Are you interested in working with your younger Girl Scout sisters? A Program Aide uses her leadership skills to share her interests and experiences with younger girls in a troop, group, camp setting and even council EVENTS! Come join us as we provide you with the tools you need to be an effective Program Aide. Note: Cadettes will get specific information on the new Cadette Program Aide Award and the additional aspects they'll need to complete back in their own community to fulfill that Award.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Program Aide Training (Boston): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10136</link>
		<description>Calling ALL Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Are you interested in working with your younger Girl Scout sisters? A Program Aide uses her leadership skills to share her interests and experiences with younger girls in a troop, group, camp setting and even council EVENTS! Come join us as we provide you with the tools you need to be an effective Program Aide. Note: Cadettes will get specific information on the new Cadette Program Aide Award and the additional aspects they'll need to complete back in their own community to fulfill that Award.</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Plimoth Plantation 17th Century Overnight (Plymouth): Apr 28, 2012 - Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9953</link>
		<description>Visit Plimoth Plantation's English Village where girls explore the musuem's famous living history sites and interact with Pilgrim role players. Then continue with a taste of history as the girls enjoy a delicious dinner. You will enjoy this unique overnight experience!</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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		<title>Innocent or Guilty: Commonwealth vs. Gold E. Locks (Barnstable): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10219</link>
		<description>Gold E. Locks is on trial for breaking into the Bear family home, vandalizing it, and eating the Bears' porridge. Come to Barnstable Superior Court to watch real lawyers bring this case to trial. Girls will serve on a jury with their peers and work as a team to come to consensus on a verdict. Will Gold E. Locks be found guilty or innocent?</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Innocent or Guilty: Commonwealth vs Gold E Locks (Barnstable): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10220</link>
		<description>Gold E. Locks is on trial for breaking into the Bear family home, vandalizing it, and eating the Bears' porridge. Come to Barnstable Superior Court to watch real lawyers bring this case to trial. Girls will serve on a jury with their peers and work as a team to come to consensus on a verdict. Will Gold E. Locks be found guilty or innocent?

</description>
		<category>Leadership</category>
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		<title>Gals' Night Out (Plymouth) (FULL): Apr 28, 2012 - Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9610</link>
		<description>Gal’s Night Out provides an opportunity for a girl and her mom (or other significant female) to spend a night at camp exploring the out-of-doors.  Come and play games, make crafts, explore nature and sit by the campfire. This weekend includes lunch and dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast on Sunday and all of your program supplies.  You will need to bring sleeping bags and personal equipment (a more complete list will be sent out to you two weeks before the program).  Sleeping accommodations are tents shared with other participants.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Gals' Night Out (Pelham, NH) FULL: Apr 28, 2012 - Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9609</link>
		<description>Gal’s Night Out provides an opportunity for a girl and her mom (or other significant female) to spend a night at camp exploring the out-of-doors.  Come and play games, make crafts, explore nature and sit by the campfire. This weekend includes lunch and dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast on Sunday and all of your program supplies.  You will need to bring sleeping bags and personal equipment (a more complete list will be sent out to you two weeks before the program).  Sleeping accommodations are tents shared with other participants.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Daisy Day at the Museum of Science (Boston): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9589</link>
		<description>Explore exhibits, do some hands-on science, meet some of the museums animals, and participate in some special activities just for Daisy's.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Cradles to Crayons (Brighton): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10149</link>
		<description>Cradles to Crayons provides essentials to low-income and homeless children, linking community resources and needs. Join us for a morning of service. We will help sort collected toys and clothing and package them for children in need. We encourage you to clean your closet and bring your gently used clothing as a donation. Troops can also sign up for service on their own through Cradles to Crayons as well as host donation drives. New socks and underwear are always in great demand.
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		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Brownie Super Team Day (Waltham): Apr 28, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10141</link>
		<description>Can you and your Brownie friends work together as a Super Team? Learn the skills needed to advance to the next challenge course level by working together and developing communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Horse Sampler (Holliston): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10246</link>
		<description>Do you have a desire to learn more about horseback riding? Come spend the afternoon with your fellow Girl Scouts for a riding sampler. Girls will learn to groom horses, learn about care and feeding and learn to lead a horse. They'll also learn to mount and steer a horse on their own.</description>
		<category>N/A</category>
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		<title>Flying Fun with Me and My Guy (Middleboro): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9600</link>
		<description>April is National Kite Month so, let's go fly a kite!  Bring your dad, older brother or other important guy for an afternoon of kite-flying fun.  You will build your kite together at the event and send it soaring into the sky.
Trained Program Aides in grades 6-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Science, Technology, Engineering, &amp; Math</category>
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		<title>Cooking Inside &amp; Out (Brewster): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9573</link>
		<description>Girls will learn practical life skills in cooking in an indoor kitchen as well as try their hands at cooking in the great out of doors.  Girls will learn how to cook in a cardboard box oven and Dutch Oven. Super patch piece included.
Trained Program Aides in grades 9-12 are welcome to register to assist with this program. The link for Program Aide registration for this program can be found on our e-biz site along with this program's registration, or can be located by searching for programs on the e-biz site associated with your age level.</description>
		<category>Health &amp; Wellness</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Juniors (Andover): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9483</link>
		<description>Make your own set of jewelry (bracelet, necklace, earings) to wear or give to a friend. Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Daisy Girl Scouts (Andover): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9477</link>
		<description>Earn a jewelry-making fun patch and learn to make a new way to remember the Girl Scout Promise and Law (Patch will be distributed at the end of the session.)</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Cadette, Senior &amp; Ambassador (Andover): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9471</link>
		<description>Beads &amp; Wires &amp; Charms: Oh My! You will learn a variety of techniques in this workshop and be able to design and create your own jewelry. You will also learn about various components used to make jewelry (&quot;findings&quot;) and how to make your own! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Bead Fun for Brownies (Andover): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9465</link>
		<description>At this event girls will have hands on experience in designing jewelry.  Girls will design and make  a bracelet to wear home! Fun Patch included.</description>
		<category>Creative Arts</category>
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		<title>Babysitting (Watertown): Apr 29, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=10251</link>
		<description>Babysitting is an awesome way to learn the responsibilities of caring for others and earn extra cash. This excellent training includes instruction on First Aid, safety precautions, child development, emergency procedures, age-appropriate activities etc. You will receive a certificate of completion and patch upon completion.</description>
		<category>Financial Literacy</category>
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		<title>Archery (Rowley): Apr 30, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9447</link>
		<description>Girls will learn the basics about bows and arrows and all about how to safely shot an arrow. Then practice hitting the target from short and long distances in groups of 4 to 6 girls shooting at the target.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Get Growing Series (Waltham): May 01, 2012 - Jun 05, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9614</link>
		<description>At this series girls will learn and have hands on experience with all aspects of planting and  caring for a garden.  Aspects of the&quot;It's Your Planet, Love it!&quot; Journey Series will be utilized throughout this series. 3 hour sessions will take place on Waltham; May 1, 15, 29 &amp; June 5 Plymouth; May 2, 16, 30 &amp; June 6.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Get Growing Series (Plymouth): May 02, 2012 - Jun 06, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9613</link>
		<description>At this series girls will learn and have hands on experience with all aspects of planting and  caring for a garden.  Aspects of the&quot;It's Your Planet, Love it!&quot; Journey Series will be utilized throughout this series. 3 hour sessions will take place on Waltham; May 1, 15, 29 &amp; June 5 Plymouth; May 2, 16, 30 &amp; June 6.</description>
		<category>Environmental Awareness</category>
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		<title>Archery (Pelham, NH): May 02, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9438</link>
		<description>Girls will learn the basics about bows and arrows and all about how to safely shot an arrow. Then practice hitting the target from short and long distances in groups of 4 to 6 girls shooting at the target.</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>MEGA Monster Camping (Andover): May 04, 2012 - May 06, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9700</link>
		<description>Are you thinking about attending the biggest event of the year?  MEGA Monster Camping will prepare you for the 100th Camporee!  Take Monster Camping to the next level by pitching your own tents, cooking over a fire and spending the night under the stars.  Girls will choose from a variety of workshops ranging from archery and arts and crafts to canoeing and games. On Friday night, enjoy s’mores around the campfire.  On Saturday night, hang out with friends while playing games and making crafts.  Troops will need to bring their own food supplies to cook over a campfire and supply their own tents to pitch on our property.  Optional enrichment programs will be offered for the adults during the day.
 First Aider Required.
Troop Camper Required.
</description>
		<category>Outdoor Adventures Camp</category>
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		<title>Plimoth Plantation 17th Century Overnight (Plymouth): May 05, 2012 - May 06, 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/programs/search.html?id=9954</link>
		<description>Visit Plimoth Plantation's English Village where girls explore the musuem's famous living history sites and interact with Pilgrim role players. Then continue with a taste of history as the girls enjoy a delicious dinner. You will enjoy this unique overnight experience!</description>
		<category>Diversity</category>
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