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In This Issue: April 2, 2013
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| Cookie Sales Extended Through April | | Adult Recognition Deadline Extended to April 5 | | Summer Days Full of Fun | | Early Birds | | Way to Go! | | Spring Forward with Your Troop | | Shop 'Til You Drop | | India, UK, and Your Back Yard | | Take it to the Bank | | Calling All Girls | | Summer of STEM | | Fun and Games for the Family | | Share Your Soles | | Ribbon 'Round Your Finger |
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Cookies Still Available 
Do you know some customers in need of a freezer full of Thin Mints before Girl Scout Cookie season is over? No problem! Girl Scout Cookies will be available for purchase throughout the month of April, and donations for Gift of Caring will be accepted through Memorial Day! Customers can find cookies by downloading the Girl Scout Cookie app or visiting girlscoutcookies.org. If your troop is still stocking up as well, we've extended Cookie Cupboard hours through April 20!
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Congratulations
Award
recipients will be honored at the council Adult Recognition events,
which will be held at four locations in our council during National
Volunteer Week this April. Congratulations to all of the men and women
being honored this year!
 Registration Extended to April 5
Our Adult Recognition events are just around the corner, and you can register today!
April 13, 2013 - Georgios Banquets, Orland Park, IL, 12-3p.m.
April 16, 2013 - Wyndham Lisle-Chicago Hotel, Lisle, IL, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
April 18, 2013 - Teibel's Restaurant, Schererville, IN, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
April 20, 2013 - White Eagle Banquets, Niles, IL, 12-3 p.m.
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Girls Grow at Day Camp
Registration for summer camp opportunities is open!
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Encourage a girl you know to spend her summer with us at day camp! Day
camp opportunities occur Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., at locations
in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. Girls who are in 4th grade and above
will have the option to stay overnight at a camp.
While at day camp girls will discover their independence, make new friends, and practice skills that will last a lifetime. She could start a photography portfolio, investigate forms of energy, perfect her skills as a camp gourmet, and much more! Each of our program options features a fresh, fun theme, sure to pique any girl's interests!
New
this summer we're offering even more specialized programs, day camps at
Juniper Knoll and Butternut Springs, and new bus stops added to our
schedule.
Register for day camp by visiting register.girlscoutsgcnwi.org. If you have questions, please contact us at camper@girlscoutsgcnwi.org.
We're always looking to inspire other families to attend camps, so please share your experiences! Take a quick survey to provide feedback or send your stories to gsmarketing@girlscoutsgcnwi.org.
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Early Registration Opens April 15
Early
registration for the 2013-14 membership year is coming to your service
unit this month and will last April 15 - June 28, 2013.
Check out what's new!
- eSubmit offers adults and volunteers paying with credit, debit or PayPal accounts the
 opportunity to submit registration electronically. This process is convenient, safe and easy! - Quick Start Guides are available for parents to ensure they have all the information needed to register using eSubmit.
- New incentives
are available for troops participating in early registration and all
members participating in Family Partnership. Individual girl patches
will continue for all Girl Scouts who register by June 28.
- The eSubmit webpage
is the place for all your registration needs: links to eSubmit forms;
fillable PDFs for those paying by cash or check; copies of all
registration forms; and a FAQ section to help with this new process. The
webpage will launch April 15.
- GSUSA Membership Fees
have increased to $15 for annual members and $375 for lifetime members.
If you want to become a lifetime member for $300, please use the
eSubmit process or hand-in your form and paperwork by Sept. 1.
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100% Club
Congratulations to the following service units for reaching 100% or more of their girl membership goals: 284, 286, 290, 505, 703, 710, 723, 724, 742.
Congratulations to the following service units for reaching 100% or more of their adult membership goals:
101, 109, 265, 275, 286, 290, 291, 297, 325, 462, 505, 508, 509, 526,
529, 530, 532, 534, 537, 541, 548, 552, 612, 613, 631, 633, 705, 706,
710, 716, 724, 749.
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2013 Survivor Brazil
 Enjoy a weekend (June 7-9)
of outdoor training and enrichment when you sign up as a team or as an
individual to participate in this year's Survivor Brazil. Can your team
solve the clues and obtain the skills to survive the Amazon? Don't miss
Saturday night's tribal council and carnival!
Participants who join us at Camp River Trails will
receive a T-shirt, program and training supplies, lodging and a Friday
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Spring Forward
Are you a leader going to the next level with girls in your troop? Our
Spring Forward event, April 26-27,
provides participants with great ideas for bridging activities, as well
as grade-level training about requirements for bridging. Training will
take place on Saturday with an optional overnight on Friday.
While at Camp Palos, leaders will also
participate in outdoor cooking, a scavenger hunt, a service project, and
other workshops designed to help with the move into the next level. Registration closes April 15. Learn more>>> |
Moving Up
Is your troop bridging this year? Our NEW Complete Bridging Kits
make it easy for leaders to get ready for upcoming events! These kits
are available for each level of bridging and include a certificate, star
and disc, bridging fun patch, official bridging award and a Girl's
Guide to Girl Scouting, along with a free envelope and journey bag!
Purchase your Complete Bridging Kit and receive $4 off the price of the
Girl's Guide!
 Don't
forget that April 22 is Leaders' Day! We have plenty of great gift
ideas for leaders and co-leaders, along with patches to celebrate this
important day. Be sure to stop by our online shop to see all of our upcoming extended hours, sale items and more!
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Camping in the UK
 See London and PAX Lodge, and experience WINGS 2014 with sister Girl Scouts and Girl Guides from around the world!
Participants will tackle global issues, take on team
challenges, and conquer the survival zone during this girl-led adventure
scheduled for August 2014. Start planning today! Open enrollment has begun! Learn more>>>
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The
Chicago Lighthouse, an organization assisting the blind and visually
disabled, is teaming up with Global Explorers to offer a truly unique
leadership travel program featuring rafting on the San Juan River,
camping at Canyon de Chelly National Monument, and visiting the Navajo
Nation.
The program is specifically designed to combine sighted
participants with travelers who are blind or visually impaired (ages
15-19). Girls Scouts are invited to join this adventure!
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Day Tripper
Chicago is a major tourist destination and business center. How do
tourists and locals manage the hustle and bustle of traffic, commuting
and sight-seeing? Join us for this day-long travel experience as you
visit a Chicago hostel, learn to navigate the CTA and visit attractions
of your choice!
When: April 27
Where: Hostelling International, Chicago
Who: Girl Scout Cadettes-Ambassadors
Cost: $12/girl - $10/adult
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India Workshops
No need to hop
an airplane to learn about the fascinating Indian culture! Hear
folktales from India's past, learn Bollywood routines, eat delectable
cuisines, get a henna tattoo, or try out some yoga moves.
When: May 5; 1-5 p.m.
Where: Journey World, Chicago
Who: Girl Scout Juniors-Ambassadors
Cost: $20/person
Code: 160023
More India workshops and events>>>
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Take part in Money Smart Week 2013 with these exciting new events that will help girls become financially savvy!
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Badge to Business
Entrepreneurship
at your fingertips! In partnership with the National Association of
Women Business Owners (NAWBO), this interactive workshop puts you in
control of your future. Meet real-world female entrepreneurs, learn what
it takes to succeed, and hear from teens who have soared to new
heights!
When: April 20; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Journey World, Chicago
Who: Girl Scout Cadettes-Ambassadors Cost: $10/girl
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Money Savvy Girls
Learn the basics of money with this hands-on workshop! What are
buying power and comparison shopping? What's the best way to manage your
allowance? Join us to find out all of these things and how to become a
responsible consumer in the future!
When: April 23; 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: North Shore Community Bank and Trust, Skokie, IL
Who: Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors Cost: $3/girl
Code: 61023
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What's the coolest thing about working in a
bank? Want to take a stroll through a money vault? Dine with some cool,
professional women working in the banking and finance industries. Join
us for an intense and inspiring afternoon focused on leadership.
When: April 27; 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: North Shore Community Bank and Trust, Skokie, IL
Who: Girl Scout Cadettes-Ambassadors Cost: $3/girl
Code: 61022
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Savannah Shuffle 2.0
Join us on the road to fitness with a virtual walk to Savannah, Ga. Track
mileage while earning your Presidential Active Lifestyle Award,
discover how to fuel your body with healthy snacks and hydration.
Materials will be mailed after registration and payment; all individuals
or groups will receive daily journals, a step counting poster, leader
materials, and patches.
Code 47037: $18/person (water bottle, bag, pedometer)
Code 47888: $12/person (Girl Scout pedometer)
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Astro-Overnight
Dream
of landing on the moon, exploring the surface of Mars or shooting past
asteroids. Experience a Solar System adventure with hands-on activities,
a special theater show, and award-winning exhibits. Join us for the
evening or stay overnight.
When: May 3-4
Where: Adler Planetarium, Chicago
Who: Grades 1-6
Cost: Evening - $30/person; Overnight - $55/person
Code:Evening - 365323; Overnight - 365313
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Participate in aquatic
exercise, track, table tennis, wall climbing, badminton, bags, and
tennis! Be sure to wear athletic clothing and shoes, and pack a sleeping
bag, pillow, swimsuit and towel. Patch and pizza dinner are included.
When: May 4-5
Where: Rush-Copley Healthplex, Aurora, IL
Who: Girl Scout Brownies-Ambassadors
Cost: $35/girl - $5/adult
Code: 47050
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STEM Summer Day Camps
 Whether
she's soaking up sun or taking over the kitchen, she'll have a blast
this summer exploring STEM! Camps run 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., and you can
choose from 3- or 5-day programs at a variety of locations!
Fun with the Sun
will get girls baking s'mores in a solar oven, making UV light detector
jewelry, and more! If the kitchen is her laboratory, she can join us
for Kitchen Science, where girls will experiment with
common household items to create extraordinary solutions! Fun patch and
snacks are included with both camps. Learn more >>>
EPA Art Contest Our
partners at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invite youth in
grades 3-8 to participate in the Asthma Awareness Poster Contest in
recognition of Asthma Awareness Month. Learn more>>> |
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Go Green with
Mt. Prospect
The Mt. Prospect Park District is offering two great ways for the whole family to go green! e-Cycle old electronics April 19-20, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. On April 20, 1-3 p.m., the whole family can celebrate Earth Day by gardening, recycling and going green with hands-on activities!
Where: Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 W. Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines, IL
Call 847-298-3500 for more information.
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Flying High
The Chicago Area Ninety-Nines are hosting a Girl Scout Aviation Day for Juniors and Cadettes!
Exciting sessions about aerodynamics, preflighting a plane, the history
of women in aviation, careers, and more! Patch and light snack
included.
When: April 27; 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Chicago Executive Airport, Wheeling, IL
Cost: $15/girl - $12/adult
Code: 322123
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Join us for our Third Annual Star Party! We'll be gathering at Conway Observatory and Camp Greene Wood for a picnic and telescope viewing! The whole family is invited to join us for this star-studded event!
Where: Conway Oberservatory, Lowell, IN; Camp Greene Wood, Woodridge, IL
Cost: $10/child; $5/adult
Code: Conway-1031113; Greene Wood-1031123
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Family Cruising
Bring
your whole family or come with your troop as you cruise Lake Michigan
on the Spirit of Chicago, and enjoy your favorite foods at the lunch
buffet! On May 11 there will be music and dancing while you cruise by Chicago's impressive skyline. Boarding begins at noon at Navy Pier, and the cruise will last 12:30-2:30 p.m. The cost is $39/person, and you can register online with code 260113.
Chicago Rush Arena Football
 The Chicago Rush are pleased to invite the families and friends of Girl Scouts to the game on May 19,
2013. Girl Scouts will receive a Chicago Rush patch, participate in
pre-game festivities and in-game promotions, and enter into
scout-exclusive raffles. Learn more>>> |
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Dancing Horses
Family and friends can enjoy the show at Dancing Horses Theater on June 15 in Delavan, Wis. See the live performance, meet exotic birds, visit baby animals, learn to train a horse, and take a backstage tour! Cost is $25 per person if driving and $30 per person if you choose bus transportation from the Vernon Hills Gathering Place. Register online using code 321473 if you're driving or 321483 with bus transportation, departing Vernon Hills at 8:15 a.m.
Girl Scout Night with Chicago Cubs 
Join us for the 4th Annual Girl Scout Night with the Chicago Cubs on July 30, 2013! The Cubs are offering
specially priced tickets to all Girl Scouts, their families, friends
and alumnae. For every ticket sold through this program, $3 will be
donated back to the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest
Indiana. All participants will receive a commemorative patch, and the
first 1,000 participants will have the opportunity to take part in a
pre-game parade on the warning track. Learn more>>>
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Opportunities to Give Back
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Share Your Soles
Make a difference by collecting gently worn shoes for children and
adults in some of the most impoverished places in the world. Girls of
any age can contribute to this cause; directions for the patch program
and shoe drive will be sent after registering online with code 760063. Learn more about this Chicago-based organization online.
Camp Crew Weekends
Show
our camps how much you care; join us as we prepare for the next camp
season! We'll be putting up platform tents, moving cots and mattresses,
cleaning, painting, maintaining trails, counting equipment, and more!
There will be projects for all skill levels, so come ready to work!
Lodging and food are included.
April 12-14, 2013
Camp Juniper Knoll - 930026
Camp Butternut Springs - 930027
Camp Pokanoka - 930029
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Something Missing?
Let
us know what kind of information you'd like to see in upcoming
newsletters. More programs? Volunteer opportunities? Council updates?
Girl news? We'd love to get your insight! Simply send a message to
Natalie Hughes at nhughes@girlscoutsgcnwi.org.
Special Girl Scout Prices on Firewood
As part of an environmental clean-up project to encourage
healthier forest growth, Camp Palos is selling firewood at Girl Scout
prices. These deals are just in time for camp fires to warm up chilly
fall nights. Call 312-533-1984 for more information.
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