Wednesday, October 16, 2024

October Information

 

September Information

NEW NEWS

From Council
Babysitter's List 2024-2025
Babysitters: Sign up here.
Parents: Access Girl Scout babysitters here.

2024-2025 CALENDAR

OCTOBER
October 30-31, Haunted Yard

NOVEMBER
Community Service: Birthday Bags
Recommended Troop Activity: ASU Earth and Space Exploration Day
November 2, 2-4 pm, Juliette Low Birthday Party at El Dorado Park
November 4, Cookie Training

DECEMBER
Recommended Troop Activity: Hike Pinnacle Peak (holiday story usually can be found along the trail during the month of December)

JANUARY
January 10, Cookie Rally 
January 18 or 19, Cookie Delivery
January 20, Cookie Sales Begin

FEBRUARY
February 7-9, Council Outdoor Skills Weekend
February 21-22, Robotics State Championship in Prescott
February 23, Thinking Day hosted by Troop 4338
February 28-March 2, Encampment at Marapai

MARCH
Community Service: Jared Boxes
Recommended Troop Activity: McDowell Sonoran Preserve Family Day
March 2, Cookie Sale Ends
March 22, Gold Award Ceremony
March 29-30 Camp B.A.S.I.C.

APRIL
April 7, Leader's Gala
April 12, Bronze/Silver Ceremony
April 18-20, Pima Camp Jammin' at Parson's
April 30, Older Girl Bridging

MAY

June
Day Camp
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Thursday, September 26, 2024

2024-2025 Robotics Qualifiers


Come cheer on the robotics team as they take the floor in their 2024-2025 qualifying matches.  The events last all day but competitions start at about 10 with the finals happening mid-afternoon followed by awards, ending at 5 pm.  Competitions are free to attend.

First Qualifier: December 4th at Valley Christian: 6304 S Price Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Second Qualifier: January 25th at Microchip Technology Inc, 2355 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85224

Third Qualifier: February 8th at the American Leadership Academy, Queen Creek 7-12, 23908 Hawes Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142


For more information, you can visit the Techalongs Team page and/or Arizona FTC page.



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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

September Information

NEW NEWS

From Council
Babysitter's List 2024-2025
Babysitters: Sign up here.
Parents: Access Girl Scout babysitters here.

2024-2025 CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER
Community Service: Sign up for Adopt a Family Holiday Program
Recommended Troop Activity: Ballet Under the Stars
September 28, 12-2 pm Feed my Starving Children

OCTOBER
October 1, 6 pm First Aid Class
October 9, 6 pm First Aid Class
October 30-31, Haunted Yard

NOVEMBER
Community Service: Birthday Bags
Recommended Troop Activity: ASU Earth and Space Exploration Day
November 2, 2-4 pm, Juliette Low Birthday Party at El Dorado Park
November 4, Cookie Training

DECEMBER
Recommended Troop Activity: Hike Pinnacle Peak (holiday story usually can be found along the trail during the month of December)
Date Pending: Elf, Jr.  
December 4 or 11, Leader's Holiday Social

JANUARY
January 10, Cookie Rally hosted by Troop 4312
January 18 or 19, Cookie Delivery
January 20, Cookie Sales Begin

FEBRUARY
February 7-9, Council Outdoor Skills Weekend
February 21-22, Robotics State Championship in Prescott
February 23, Thinking Day hosted by Troop 4338
February 28-March 2, Encampment at Marapai

MARCH
Community Service: Jared Boxes
Recommended Troop Activity: McDowell Sonoran Preserve Family Day
March 2, Cookie Sale Ends
March 22, Gold Award Ceremony
March 29-30 Camp B.A.S.I.C.

APRIL
April 7, Leader's Gala
April 12, Bronze/Silver Ceremony
April 18-20, Pima Camp Jammin' at Parson's
April 30, Older Girl Bridging

MAY

June
Day Camp
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COMMUNITY SERVICE: Toy and Book Drive


Toy & Book Drive for The Foster Alliance!

Join us in supporting The Foster Alliance, an incredible organization that ensures over 400 foster children, teens, and young adults receive personalized birthday gifts every month. 

We are collecting new toys and books to help make birthdays extra special for these amazing kids. If you’d like to contribute:

Bring an unwrapped toy or a book suitable for children of any age to the Juliette Low Birthday Party on November 2nd. Or check your email for other drop-off locations that are open from November 1st - 5th.

For gift ideas, visit the Foster Alliance Wishlist: https://thefosteralliance.org/wishlist/

Your donation will brighten a foster child’s birthday and bring joy to those who need it most!

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COMMUNITY SERVICE: Halloween Candy Collection


Got Candy?

Don’t get stuck with piles of leftover Halloween candy this year!  Consider donating your excess candy to be split between Packages FROM HOME and MOM’S PANTRY!

Donation Dates: November 1st - 5th
What to Donate: All types of wrapped candy are accepted!

Candy collections may be dropped at Diana's or at other leader locations in the 85255 and 85259 zip codes. Check your email for drop-off locations.

Let’s spread some sweetness and give back to the community! 


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COMMUNITY SERVICE: Hearts & Hands Day at St. Vincent De Paul


Join Us for Hearts & Hands Day at St. Vincent De Paul! 

Looking for a family-friendly / Troop volunteer opportunity to kick off the New Year? Hearts and Hands is a fun, upbeat event for all ages, where we come together to spread blessings, love, and hope to those in need!

Date: January 4th, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Society of St. Vincent De Paul, 420 W. Watkins Road, Phoenix, AZ 85003

There’s something for everyone! Activities include:

  • Craft projects
  • Packing sack lunches
  • Making sandwiches
  • Assembling outreach kits

This is a wonderful way to introduce service to your family / troop or to continue making it part of your life!

Age Requirements:

  • To Attend:
    • Individuals 14+
    • Kids 5-13 with an adult

Sign up today and start the year by making a difference!
https://forms.gle/ohBtPmBQTcfEFGd37
(Please complete 1 form per volunteer)

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COMMUNITY SERVICE: Wreaths Across America


Volunteer with Wreaths Across America

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This December, join us in honoring our American heroes by helping place veterans' wreaths on their headstones as part of National Wreaths Across America Day. It’s a special opportunity to remember, honor, and teach the value of service and sacrifice.

Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
Ceremony Time: 9:00 am
Location: National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ 85024

After the ceremony, we’ll immediately begin placing wreaths on the graves of our veterans.

Sign up today and join the millions of volunteers nationwide on this special day of remembrance and honor!

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