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Feb 2nd, 2023

The themes are always well organized. I like that she gets to bring home so many of her activities, so that we get to share the experience with her too. She learned that squid have an air tube at the …

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Teresa Buse - Feb 2nd, 2023

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Feb 2nd, 2023

My son loved everything about all the projects they did, but he especially loved when he dug up the dinosaur tooth and what he learned about it. He loves hands on project and can’t stop talking …

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Sara McQuire - Feb 2nd, 2023

During dinner, my daughter requested to change the lights to an \"open circuit\" - we LOVED that she was integrating her new-found knowledge and excited about teaching us what she had learned! I love …

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Mountain View Girl Scouts World Thinking Day Series
Jan. 22nd - Feb. 5th

Girl Scouts of Mountain View is hosting a 3-meeting series for prospective and registered Girl Scouts in grades K-5 (Daisy, Brownie, and Junior level). This year, we will be earning our World Thinking...

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Mountain View Girl Scouts World Thinking Day Series

Jan. 22nd - Feb. 5th

Girl Scouts of Mountain View is hosting a 3-meeting series for prospective and registered Girl Scouts in grades K-5 (Daisy, Brownie, and Junior level). This year, we will be earning our World Thinking Day award while we learn about climate change, and how girls can lead change for a better future.

Mtg 1 - Sun Jan 22, 3:30-5pm: Welcome to World Thinking Day, Introduction to Climate Change, Water Conservation
Mtg 2 - Sun Feb 5, 3:30-5pm: Citizen Science, Commitment to Change
Mtg 3 - To be scheduled: Awards Ceremony, Celebration, & Movie Night

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Freshwater School Welcome Troop
Jan. 27th - Apr. 14th

A welcome troop for K-1st at Freshwater Elementary School in Eureka, CA Interested in learning more about Girl Scouts? Join us for a Daisy welcome troop! This troop will meet for an hour every 2nd ...

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Freshwater School Welcome Troop

Jan. 27th - Apr. 14th

A welcome troop for K-1st at Freshwater Elementary School in Eureka, CA

Interested in learning more about Girl Scouts? Join us for a Daisy welcome troop! This troop will meet for an hour every 2nd and 4th Friday, with a short parent meeting after each meeting. This troop is led by Girl Scout staff and volunteers for six meetings while parents are trained to take over troop leadership.

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Willow Glen Welcome Troop
Feb. 5th - Mar. 5th

We can't wait to meet you and your girls at our event! 3:00PM-4:00PM. Volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts of Northern California will be available to answer any questions you may have about Girl...

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Willow Glen Welcome Troop

Feb. 5th - Mar. 5th

We can't wait to meet you and your girls at our event! 3:00PM-4:00PM.

Volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts of Northern California will be available to answer any questions you may have about Girl Scouts and getting involved. In addition, your girls will have an opportunity to try out some Girl Scout activities.

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Contra Costa Girl Scouts Information Evenings
Feb. 9th - Mar. 17th

Girl Scouts is coming to a school near you! We're hosting information evenings for parents at various elementary schools in Contra Costa County, and we hope you'll join us to learn more about our worl...

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Contra Costa Girl Scouts Information Evenings

Feb. 9th - Mar. 17th

Girl Scouts is coming to a school near you! We're hosting information evenings for parents at various elementary schools in Contra Costa County, and we hope you'll join us to learn more about our world-renowned program, how we are supporting youth as they become the leaders of tomorrow, and how you and your family can get involved. If you don't see your school listed or have other questions, email Anna Lomas, alomas@gsnorcal.org, for more information.

Events are held from 7PM-8PM at various elementary schools throughout February and March.

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Flourish Financially
Feb. 16th - 23rd

6th-10th graders are invited to join us for this 2-part virtual series to earn the Cadette Budgeting Badge. Learn practical skills that you can use to be successful with money now and in your future! ...

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Flourish Financially

Feb. 16th - 23rd

6th-10th graders are invited to join us for this 2-part virtual series to earn the Cadette Budgeting Badge. Learn practical skills that you can use to be successful with money now and in your future!

The first session is 2/16 from 6-7:15pm, the second session is 2/23 from 6-7:15pm.

Badge included in price. Must be a registered Girl Scout.

Senior Girl Scouts also welcome.

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Jurassic Quest is roaring into the Monterey County Fairgrounds
Feb. 17th - 19th

"Jurassic Quest is roaring into the Monterey County Fairgrounds from February 17 - 20! Jurassic Quest is North America's largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences ...

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Jurassic Quest is roaring into the Monterey County Fairgrounds

Feb. 17th - 19th

"Jurassic Quest is roaring into the Monterey County Fairgrounds from February 17 - 20!

Jurassic Quest is North America's largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. See our herd of life size animatronic dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, T-Rex and an incredible 50-foot long Megalodon. Interact with our trainers, baby dinos and watch a live Raptor show. Explore our dinosaur rides, giant fossil dig, inflatables, fossil science exhibit, “Triceratots” soft play area, and MORE!

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Alameda Girl Scouts Meet & Greet Space Science Night
Feb. 23rd

Join us from 6:30PM-7:30PM at the Girl Scouts office in Alameda for a night of space science fun! You will learn about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved! This event is for families who have ...

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Alameda Girl Scouts Meet & Greet Space Science Night

Feb. 23rd

Join us from 6:30PM-7:30PM at the Girl Scouts office in Alameda for a night of space science fun! You will learn about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!

This event is for families who have current Kindergarten through 3rd grade girls/youth who reside in or attend school in Alameda .

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Almaden Welcome Troop Series
Feb. 26th - Mar. 26th

We can't wait to meet you and your girls at our event! Attend one or both dates from 2:30PM-3:30PM. Volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts of Northern California will be available to answer any ques...

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Almaden Welcome Troop Series

Feb. 26th - Mar. 26th

We can't wait to meet you and your girls at our event! Attend one or both dates from 2:30PM-3:30PM.

Volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts of Northern California will be available to answer any questions you may have about Girl Scouts and getting involved. In addition, your girls will have an opportunity to try out some Girl Scout activities.

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Fremont Girl Scouts Meet & Greet Space Science Night
Feb. 28th

Join us from 6:30PM-7:30PM at the Fremont Main Library for a night of space science fun! You will learn about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved! This event is for families who have current K...

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Fremont Girl Scouts Meet & Greet Space Science Night

Feb. 28th

Join us from 6:30PM-7:30PM at the Fremont Main Library for a night of space science fun! You will learn about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!

This event is for families who have current Kindergarten through 3rd grade youth/girls who reside in or attend school in Fremont.

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San Mateo County, Learn About Girl Scouts
Mar. 2nd

Parents and caregivers of girls/youth in TK-3rd grade are invited to learn more about Girl Scouts at this informational Zoom session. We'll provide an overview of the Girl Scout program and how to bec...

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San Mateo County, Learn About Girl Scouts

Mar. 2nd

Parents and caregivers of girls/youth in TK-3rd grade are invited to learn more about Girl Scouts at this informational Zoom session. We'll provide an overview of the Girl Scout program and how to become a member in your community. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions.

March 2, 7PM-8PM.
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