You Schedule It Program Guide
2025
Explore. Discover. Learn. Build your adventure.
Welcome to our You Schedule It Program Guide ! This guide is full of activities in focus areas perfect for badge earning and fun. Our You Schedule It programs (YSI) allow troop leaders the opportunity to schedule their troop’s activities when and where it’s convenient for them while ensuring activities help meet their specific troop goals. Girl Scouts of NE Kansas and NW Missouri offer unique experiences to girls designed to grow their leadership skills and take on new adventures while having fun, making friends, and creating lasting memories. Do you have feedback you want to share about a partner program? Following your event, complete a short survey so that we can improve community partner programs in the future.
Do you want to recommend a future community partner or have questions about a community partner program?
Email communitypartners@gsksmo.org to learn more.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Program Guide welcome
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Important program details
4—5
Arts and Entertainment programs
6—25
Civic Engagement and Service programs
26—37
Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy programs
38—43
Healthy Living programs
44—67
Outdoor programs
68—79
STEAM and Trades programs
80—105
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DETAILS ON EXPERIENCES Who Can Attend Experiences and Requirements Needed to Attend • Girls must be registered members who meet the Girl Scout grade-level requirement for the event. Any girl in grades K-12, who is not currently a registered Girl Scou t, may register as a member to attend events and activities. We recommend a tunic, sash, vest, and/or Girl Scout t-shirt to be worn for activities/events when appropriate. • Troop Leaders or other currently registered and background-checked adults are required to attend activities/events with troops and are responsible for ensuring the safety of the girls and maintaining the ratio unless otherwise noted. Please r efer to Safety Activity Checkpoints for these safety details. • Individual Girl Scouts can attend most of the activities/events listed. Unless otherwise noted, an adult caregiver must chaperone and be responsible for their girl(s) at an event/activity. • All overnights and high-risk activities require a completed and appr oved activity/ event. Look for this icon which denotes when you need to complete this form. From time to time, we offer virtual programs. In those occurrences, please review the internet safety pledge prior to the activity/event. • Cookie Dough: Girl Scouts can earn Cookie Dough through the annual Product Programs (Cookies and Candy, Nuts & Magazines). Cookie Dough can be used for GSKSMO-led activities/events when you see this icon Cookie Dough cannot be used for community partner-led experiences. • For tagalongs, there are certain events that allow non-Girl Scouts to join the fun! Read the specific details for each event to see when non-Girl Scouts are allowed to participate. • Program prices: For specific program prices visit the registration website or contact the program provider for more information. Community Partner-Sponsored Experiences Most of the activities and events in this guide are hosted by our amazing community partners, who focus experiences on Girl Scout core programming. Troop leaders or other approved adults are required to attend events with their Girl Scouts and are responsible for ensuring the safety of the girls. Community partner facilitators are never counted in the ratio for the girls. Some community partnerships manage their own registration, and in these situations, the contact information is on the event listing. Badge Explorer Earning badges just got easier! Community Partner programs help Girl Scouts meet objectives to earn various badges. Visit Girl Scouts Badge Explorer and search by focus area and grade level to learn more.
Note: You may need to select more than one topic to find the specific badge connection based on program objectives.
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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE This is your guide to GSKSMO Outdoor and Community Partner activities/events that you can schedule for your troop on your own schedule. Plan based on your schedule. Plan your activities based on your troop's goals. See what programs are available based on your availability and grade level.
Browse by focus area. Explore programs that align with the below focus areas:
• Arts and Entertainment
• Civic Engagement and Service
• Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy
• Healthy Living and Sports
• Outdoor
• STEAM and Trades
Search by keyword. Search by keyword or organization name to find exactly what you are looking for. Navigate to the upper-right-hand corner and click on the magnifying glass. Type a descriptive word, partner name, or activity.
Discover the range of programs available and create your own troop experience. Make sure to check the grade levels listed to ensure the program is open to your grade level.
D B J C S A F
Daisy (K-1)
Brownie (2-3) Junior (4-5) Cadette (6-8) Senior (9-10)
Ambassador (11-12) Family Welcome
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Arts and Entertainment
Girl Scouts will explore their creativity and discover their artistic side. From touring museums and producing films to learning how to paint, draw, or play a musical instrument. Girls will enjoy diverse programs that promote visual, performing, and graphic arts.
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Pave Creative 6335 W. 110th Street, Overland Park, KS 66221
Explore music and arts through fun and interactive classes. At Pave Creative Girl Scouts will be inspired to discover their unique creativity while creating new memories and working towards a specific badge.
Click here to schedule your troop’s activity
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Learn to paint and discover shading, color blending, and different brush techniques through instructor-led demonstrations and step-by-step instructions. Girls will build confidence, discover their songwriting abilities, and explore different instruments through fun, hands-on activities, and karaoke. Girls will discover choreography and learn how to choreograph their own dance routine while participating in fun dancing activities.
D B J C S A
Paint Party
10/40
Karaoke Party
J
10/25
Glow in the Dark Dance Party
B
10/30
Questions? Email pavecreativeco@gmail.com or call 913-328-2881.
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Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art 2818 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506
The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art has one of the finest collections of 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st-century American art in the Midwest region. For more information about the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art, visit www.albrecht-kemper.org. Programs are available to schedule during museum business hours Tuesday through Friday, 10 am – 4 pm (after 4 pm, depending on museum events) and Saturday through Sunday, 1-4 pm. To schedule your troop’s activity, contact Alex Asher at aasher@albrecht-kemper.org or 816-233- 7003.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will explore the museum to locate paintings that express a particular mood or feeling, and then discover their unique artistic abilities as they work with an instructor to create their own painting of a subject based on a mood or feeling they choose. Length: 60-90 minutes. Girls will discover how to visually interpret the world in two dimensions without the use of a paintbrush and then will use their unique style to complete a self-portrait or a painting of a friend. Length: 60-90 minutes. Let nature be your inspiration as we explore the museum's collection of nature-themed artwork and walk the gardens before creating our own outdoor-themed paintings.
Express Your Mood in Paint
B
5/20
Painting Without a Brush
B
5/20
Paint the Great Outdoors
J
5/20
8
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will explore storytelling through comics, discover the different types of comics, and then create and share their very own comics using the knowledge they gained. Length: 60-90 minutes. Girls will explore the history of artistic collage, and then will use the knowledge they’ve gained to create their very own college using two- dimensional and three-dimensional objects. Length: 60-90 minutes.
Comic Artist Badge Workshop
C
5/20
The Art of Collage
S
5/20
Abundant Moments Photography (AMP Boutique) 3801 SW Windemere Drive, Lee's Summit, MO 64082 AMP loves empowering Girls of all ages and allowing them to be their best version. As heirloom boutique photographers, we focus on creating quality artwork for our clients to display in their homes.
For more information, contact Debra Lawrence 816-682-2886 or debra@abundantmoments.com.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
This event is tailored to fulfill the first three steps of the Digital Photographer Junior badge requirements. Girl Scouts will interview Debra Lawrence, the owner of a photography studio, and take a tour of her studio and showroom to learn some basics. We will discuss camera modes, the rule of thirds, basic editing, and creative photography techniques through fun crafts! Length: 2 hours.
Creative Digital Photography is FUN!
D B J C S A
4/14
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The Artist Box 407 Commercial Street, Atchison, KS 66002
A place where the artistically creative can explore new arts and those that want to be can learn to be artistic. The Artist Box is a great opportunity for Girls to explore their creativity in a group setting, accommodating up to 30 girls in the studio at one time. For more information visit www.theartistboxllc.com.
To register your troops activity, call 913-367-1037 or email ronda@theartistboxllc.com.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Come play in the clay! This two-part adventure to explores the art of pottery -- from hand building their own work of art or throwing pottery on the pottery wheel. In the first session, Girls will craft their masterpiece. In the second session, Girls will glaze their art and have their pieces refired. A pottery piece isn’t completed until it’s decorated. Explore the different techniques of ceramic painting and glazing. Girls will select from a variety of different ceramic pieces, including Girl Scout-themed pieces, and then put the techniques they learned into action. Looking for a more challenging art project? Glass fusing is a unique way for girls to express their creativity. Girls will learn how to cut- glass shapes and attach them to create their very own necklace pendants, ornament, or something completely unique to them. Design and create your own jewelry! Girls will learn the art of enameling and how to work with powered glass and high heat to create a necklace pendant or pair of earrings that is as unique as them.
D B J C S A
Pottery
Paint or Glaze Ceramics
D B J C S A
J C S A
Glass Fusing
Copper Enameling
J C S A
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Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
This unique program provides troops with three different art options to select from: create a clay animal sculpture, build a birdhouse, or create an animal canvas painting. Regardless of the option you select, Girls are guaranteed to have fun, while letting their creativity soar. In this workshop, Girls will learn about different colors and explore how those colors affect mood, then they’ll have a chance to express their own mood by creating either an origami animal or making a flower from colored paper. Explore gardening techniques and your creativity. In this workshop Girls will learn the basics to gardening, while creating a unique piece of garden art - painted flowerpot or clay plant maker. Discover how art influences our lives. Girls will explore different cultures around the world and the art of those cultures. They’ll then complete an art project from one of the cultures they learned about – from painting henna patterns to batik fabric dying. Explore your own heritage and create a family tree! Using mixed media techniques, Girls will combine paint and photos to create their family tree. Prior to this workshop, Girls will want to research their family story and compile family articles and photos that they can use in their family tree collage. Just keep swimming! Learn about fish – from what they need to survive to ways to prevent pollution. Girls will have a chance to select from a variety of fish-related activities including turning a pinch pot fish into a vase or plant, sculpting a fish out of clay, or creating a fish out of a plastic bottle.
Journey Workshops: 5 flowers, 4 stories, 3 Cheers for Animals Journey Workshops: Between Earth and Sky
D
D
Welcome to the Flower Garden
D
A World of Girls
B
Brownie Quest
B
WOW! Wonders of Water
B
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Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Discover and honor women changemakers throughout history! Girls will research and identify a historical female changemaker who has inspired them. Using mixed media girls will create a collage featuring all the things that made that individual amazing. Recycle, repurpose, reuse! Girls will discover ways artists use found materials to create art then they'll create their own art – a jean pocket, a paper bead, or a found object creature - from recycled materials.
Agent of Change
J
GET MOVING!
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Chip’s Chocolate Factory Crown Center: 2450 Grand Blvd., Suite 239, Kansas City, MO 64108 Chip’s Chocolate Factory makes over 200 delicious chocolate confections by hand, using premium imported Swiss chocolate and traditional confectioner techniques. For more information about Chip’s Chocolate Factory, visit www.ChipsChocolatefactory.com.
Tours are available Monday- Saturday, except Tuesday at 10:30 am. To register your troop activity, call Mike or Erik at 816-421-0012.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Explore the history of chocolate, discover how it’s processed from Bean-to-Bar, witness a detailed demonstration of how Chip’s Chocolate Factory makes its iconic Kansas City Fudge™, and learn fun ways to make silly chocolate treats at home. Girls will get to enjoy LOTS of samples and laughter and take home a goodie bag filled with delicious chocolate! Length: 45-minutes.
D B J C S A
Chocology Tour
10/40
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CupCakin Bakery All workshops take place at their location inside Crown Center.
2450 Grand Blvd #126 - Level 1 in Crown Center, Kansas City, MO 64108
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
During this 1-hour experience, Girl Scouts will dive into the world of honeybees, learning about their importance and the challenges they face. Then, get creative by making honeybee glitter slime to take home! The fun continues with cookie decorating and a buzzing runway dance party. Brownies can earn the Art and Design Badge by exploring different elements of art and creating their own masterpiece. Badges won’t be available at the workshop, but troop leaders can purchase them separately through GSKSMO retail. This is a 1-hour workshop. Get your hands dirty and your creativity blooming in this fun-filled Flower Power Workshop! Girls will learn about the Kansas State Flower, paint and decorate their own mini flowerpot, and choose a flower to pot with soil and seeds to take home. After planting, the fun continues with cookie decorating and a lively runway dance party! Juniors can earn their Flowers Badge, while other troop levels can earn the Art and Design Badge. Badges won’t be available at the workshop, but troop leaders can purchase them separately through GSKSMO retail.
Bee Caring - Honeybee Slime Workshop
D B J
10/15
Flower Power Workshop
D B J
10/15
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Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
This is a 1-hour workshop. Step into a magical world and create your very own fairy garden to take home! Choose from rocks, glitter, plants/ flowers, and even tiny gnomes to design a whimsical garden that’s uniquely yours. Paint and glitter will be provided to bring your vision to life. After crafting your fairy garden, enjoy a brief lesson on teacup etiquette and cookie decorating, followed by a fun runway dance party to celebrate your creations. Join us for a fun-filled experience of crafting, creativity, and celebration! Juniors can earn the Social Butterfly Badge; others can earn the Art and Design Badge. Badges will not be available at the workshop but can be purchased after through GSKSMO retail.
Fairy Garden Tea Party
D B J
10/15
All troops are required to place a $75 deposit to book, which applies toward the total cost for the listed Girl Scout themes. For themes not specifically listed for Girl Scouts, there is a $25 per child fee if the participant count exceeds the package limit. All Girl Scout-themed packages include up to 10 children, with an additional $15 per child for any participants beyond that, up to a total limit of 15 kids.
You can learn more and register using this website: https://cupcakinbakery.com/services.
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Etiquette Kansas City 2500 West Pennway Street, Kansas City, 64108 | Troop meeting
Etiquette Kansas City provides classes for all ages and believes that good manners are not a thing of the past but should be a way of life. Teacher Janis Kliethermes believes that practicing good manners helps girls build self-confidence and a positive sense of self. For more information about Etiquette Kansas City, visit www.etiquettekansascity.com.
To register for a troop activity, call or email Janis Kliethermes at 816-977-6182 or Janis@ etiquettekansascity.com.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls can earn their patches while exploring the art of manners and respecting themselves and others. Troops can book a class or a special event, such as mother/daughter teas and luncheons. Length : 1 hour.
Manners for the Modern Girl
D B J C S A
10/40
Kansas Children’s Discovery Center 4400 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604 The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is nestled within 4.5 wooded acres of Topeka’s Gage Park, providing opportunities for Girls of all ages to explore and discover the outdoors, while learning and playing in a safe and fun educational environment. For more information, and at- home project ideas, visit www.kansasdiscovery.org/home.
To schedule your troop’s activity email cluttjohann@kansasdiscovery.org.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Need help earning a badge? The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is excited to offer unique programs and activities to help your troop complete their badge requirements.
Private Badge Programs
D B J C S A
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KC Maker Studio and Fabrics 5331 Johnson Drive, Mission, KS 66205
Workshops take place at their location located off Johnson Drive in Overland Park, KS.
KC Maker Studio and Fabrics is a full-service fabric shop offering a wide selection of fabric, patterns, notions, sewing machines, and classes for all ages.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will explore sewing by learning to use a needle and thread. They will use these skills to sew one daisy keychain by hand sewing pieces of felt together. Scouts do not need any prior sewing experience to enjoy and excel in this class. All materials provided. This is a one-hour workshop at $15 per Girl Scout. Girls will explore machine sewing. They will learn about sewing machines, practice sewing, then will sew 2 headbands using cotton quilting weight fabric and elastic, one for themselves and one to give to a friend. Scouts do not need any prior machine sewing experience to enjoy and excel in this class. All materials provided for this 1 ½ hour workshop at $20 per Girl Scout. Girls will continue to explore machine sewing through this next-level project. They will make a fold over wristlet using cotton quilting weight fabric and a cam snap. Completion of One For Me, One For You is required to advance this class. All materials provided. This is a 1 ½ hour $25 per Girl Scout workshop.
Flower Power Keychain
D B
10/40
One For Me, One For You
B J
4/24
Friendship Fold over Wristlet
B J C
4/24
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Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will explore sewing with a sewing machine and will make a lined tote bag with quilting-weight cotton fabric and cotton webbing for the straps. Juniors will learn the basics of using a sewing machine, pinning and cutting fabric. All materials provided. Art & Design Badge included for Juniors, a patch for Cadettes and Seniors. This is a 2 ½ hour, $35 per Girl Scout workshop. Girl Scouts will explore sewing using upcycled materials. They will upcycle a reusable tote bag, personalize it and turn it into a sit-upon. A sit-upon is a water-repellant cushion that girl scouts can use when they go on camping trips. Completion of the Tag- along Tote Bag is required to advance to this class. All materials provided. This is a 2 ½ hour workshop at $35 per Girl Scout. Girl Scouts will explore sewing with a machine and will learn to put a zipper into a bag that they can carry a cell phone or personal items in. Prior sewing experience is recommended. All materials provided. This is a three hour workshop at $40 per Girl Scout.
Tagalong Tote Bag
J C S
4/24
Let's Go Outdoors Sit Upon
J C S
4/24
Crossbody Cell Phone Bag
C S
4/12
Workshops do not include the badge. You can purchase the badge through GSKSMO Retail. Troop leaders only need to register if they plan on participating. Each troop is allowed two non-participating troop leaders, free of charge. Call (913) 314-0340 to book your experience.
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Midwest Genealogy Center 3440 S. Lee’s Summit Road, Independence, MO 64055
The Midwest Genealogy Center (MGC) is one of the United States’ preeminent resources for family history, providing access to almost three-quarters of a million on-site materials. For more information about Midwest Genealogy Center, visit www.mymcpl.org/locations/midwest- genealogy-center.
To schedule your troop activity, call 816-252-7228.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Tell Me a Story is a Mid-Continent Public Library initiative that provides the ability to record and preserve memories, stories, and living history. In this activity, Girls will use their own family history as inspiration as they complete steps in the Storytelling badges by checking out a kit using their MCPL Access Pass that MGC. Once processed each girl will receive a CD of their story. Girls will explore their family traditions, develop a story tree, and create a family crest while completing the five steps to earn their My Family Story badge. Through hands-on activities, storytelling, and more, Girls are guaranteed to have a great time.
B J C S A
Tell-Me-A-Story
Exploring My Family Story Badge Workshop
B
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Music Theater Heritage 2450 Grand Blvd – Suite 301 (Inside Crown Center), Kansas City, MO 64108
MTH can offer the workshop at their location in Crown Center (depending on availability of the space) or can travel to you within 25 miles of the theater.
Music Theater Heritage is an innovative and imaginative professional musical theater organization – dedicated to the appreciation and historical understanding of the American musical theater and its contributions to our culture. Taught by Kansas City’s top Theater Artists, the goal of our education and outreach programs is to design and implement a ground-breaking curriculum that immerses children and adults in the joy of musical theater.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Min/Max
Join Musical Theater Heritage in an hour to 1 ½ hour interactive musical theater workshop that provides a memorable stage experience focused on storytelling, staging/movement, and of course, music! Students will participate in theater games, physical/vocal warm- ups and will learn a number from a Broadway Musical, all with a final performance experience for family and friends! Badges Earned: Dancer (Brownies), Musician (Juniors), Public Speaking (Cadettes), Troupe Performer (Seniors and Ambassadors)
Musical Theater Exploration
D B J C S A
10/15
Cost is $25 for the 1.5 workshop or $15 for the hour workshop per participant. ($28.50/18.50 if there is a badge being earned) Siblings not in the troop can participate in the workshop for the same price. Contact Ashlea Christopher, Education Programs Manager at ashlea@mthkc.com.
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Heart of America Shakespeare Festival 3732 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
Heart of America Shakespeare Festival brings Shakespeare and Shakespeare-inspired works to you through professional performances, community events, and educational programs.
To book your troop’s activity, contact Matt Rapport at mrapport@kcshakes.org or call 816-531- 7728.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Explore the role of women in history through the eyes of compelling female characters created by William Shakespeare. Learn how to create a character role and how these roles fit into today’s society. Length: 1 hour. Explore the power of persuasion through the lens of one of Shakespeare's most dynamic female characters, Portia, from The Merchant of Venice. Portia's persuasion is a dynamic backdrop to help girls learn valuable debate tactics. Length: 1 hour. Juggling is one of the oldest forms of entertainment. Girls will build hand-eye coordination, discipline, and concentration skills while learning proper juggling techniques from experienced instructors. Length: 1 hour. Master the art of stage combat. This interactive workshop will teach girls the basic techniques of armed and unarmed stage combat used on stages and on screens around the world. Length: 1 hour.
Women of Shakespeare
D B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
The Art of Argumentation
D B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
Everyone Can Juggle
D B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
EnGarde Bard! Stage Combat
D B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
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Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Explore the world of improvisational acting. Girls will learn the basics of creating characters, gain self-confidence, and discover their own creativity through hands-on acting games with no scripts, just their own imaginations. Length: 1 hour. Express yourself through poetry. In this writing workshop Girls will learn the tools they need to write their own sonnets and explore the history of sonnets. Length: 1 hour. Discover the skills needed to become a Shakespearean actress! In this fun and interactive workshop, Girls will learn the basics of Shakespearean acting then they’ll create their own Shakespeare play using different elements – events, characters, props - found in Shakespeare’s plays. Length: 2 hour.
Shakespeare off the Cuff: The Art of Improvisation
D B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
Sonnet ShakeUP
Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt
B J C S A
Min. of 5 girls
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St. Joseph Animal Control & Rescue 701 SW Lower Lake Road, St. Joseph, MO 64504 The St. Joseph Animal Shelter serves St. Joseph by providing care, comfort, and compassion to animals in need; and respected, responsible, and reliable animal control services with the community using humane and progressive practices. Girls will earn parts of the journey requirements for 5 flowers, 4 stories, and 3 cheers for animals
To schedule your troop’s activity, contact Stacey Kropf-Castillo at skropf-castillo@stjosephmo.gov. Please allow two weeks to schedule a visit.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Girl Scout Daisies will visit an animal shelter for a program on animal care and shelter operations. They will learn about the five basic freedoms of animals, investigate a mock animal control complaint, and interact with animals. The program includes a tour and Q&A session.
Safe and Sound
D
Taste Buds Kitchen 5336 W. 151st Street, Leawood, KS 66224
Taste Buds Kitchen’s mission strives to inspire a love of the kitchen and creating cherished memories for all.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Get your Daisies to come join the fun and get creative with your baked goods for a fun way to earn this badge, learn new things, and try different flavors all while having a blast at Taste Buds Kitchen! Earn your very own “Taste Buds Kitchen Fun Patch” while you're at it! Girls can create Reindeer Donuts, Rainbow Cupcakes, Mermaid Cupcakes, and more!
Art & Design Badge Workshop
B J C A
10/24
This is a 1 to 2 hour workshop depending on the grade level. The cost is $25-$35 depending on age level and workshop length for all participating guests. To register: visit https://tastebudskitchen.com/leawood/field-trips/ - scroll to the Girl Scout Badge menu options under the drop down menu. To book, select "Book Your Field Trip", select the age, and then the dates/time. When you choose your menu, be sure to select the correct "Girl Scout badge." Available on weekday evenings.
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Three Trails Taiko 2235 E Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS 66061
You can go to their location in Olathe or they can travel depending on availability and with an additional cost. Prices will be negotiated during initial contact.
Three Trails Taiko strives to become a better taiko players in mind, body, and spirit while sharing the traditions, culture and art of Kumi Daiko (performance taiko) and Japan with the surrounding communities.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
This is an exciting opportunity for participants to earn the Brownie Dancer or Junior Musician badge in a 1 ½ to 2-hour workshop. Taiko brings the arts of music and movement together as a full body, mind, and spirit creative experience. The workshop will include discussions on what taiko is, how it originated in Japanese history and how it is used today. We will learn how to handle our bodies and equipment safely, the basics in techniques and terminology used to learn and end the program with a small performance for family and friends!
Play Taiko! Beginner Workshop
B J C S A
5 min, 20 max
The cost is $12 per person. Discuss and book your experience by emailing threetrailstaiko@gmail.com or calling Lisa Yamanaka at (816) 210-0981.
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Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66212
Johnson County Park and Recreation District inspires play, culture, and education that lead to healthy and fulfilling lives by enriching our community through excellent parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service.
To complete the interest form to register for your activity, please visit https://jcprd. com/1596/Scouts-Badges.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will embark on an imaginative journey through storytelling, puppetry, and role-playing. Length : 2 hours.
Creative Play Adventure
D
8/15
For more questions, email lacey.connell@jocogov.org.
Girls will embark on a musical adventure while discovering how music is made, learning about music from different cultures around the world, and using their own unique creativity to create their own
Music Adventure
J
8/15
tunes. Length : 2 hours. For more questions, email lacey.connell@jocogov.org.
Girls will explore the past by discovering different character roles, learning basic costuming to help set the stage, and participating in role-playing. Length : 2 hours.
Playing the Past
J
8/15
For more questions, email lacey.connell@jocogov.org.
Girls will create their own adventures through story trees and story sharing. Length : 2 hours.
My Family Story
B
8/15
For more questions, email lacey.connell@jocogov.org.
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Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will use their creativity to create a dance routine as unique as them, as they learn new dance steps and warm-up techniques. Length : 2 hours.
Dance Adventure
B
8/15
For more questions, email lacey.connell@jocogov.org.
In this creative workshop, Girls will learnabout different types of book- bindingtechniques and tools as they create their very own one-of-a-kind book. Length : 2 hours. Cadettes will get credit for the Book Artist badge and Brownies and Juniors will work on their
B J C S A
Book Artist
8/15
Craft and Tinker badge. For more questions, email PRK-FineArts@jocogov.org
Girls will explore art and design from a pottery perspective while creating two ceramic works of art. All pottery will be kiln fired and ready for pick-up 1-2 weeks post-program completion. Length : 2 hours.
Art & Design: Ceramics
D B J C S A
8/15
For more questions, email PRK-FineArts@jocogov.org
Juniors will work toward the Craft & Tinker badge and everyone can learn about 3D Printing. Participants will learn about 3D design and 3D Printing while designing their own 3D Prints during this program. Each participant must have a computer with internet capabilities to participate in this program. Juniors will complete all Craft & Tinker steps during this two-hour program and everyone will get a JCPRD Fine Arts fun patch. 3D prints will be available for pickup two weeks after the program date. Cost : $20 per Girl Scout. Length : 2 hours.
Craft & Tinker: 3D Printing
J C S A
8/12
For more questions, email PRK-FineArts@jocogov.org
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Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Brownies and Juniors can work toward the Craft & Tinker badge while learning about electronics. Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can have their own fun with electronics as well! Participants will learn about electricity and electrical circuits while making their own glowing and moving creations during this program. Brownies and Juniors will complete all Craft & Tinker steps during this program and everyone will get a JCPRD Fine Arts fun patch. Cost : $20 per Girl Scout. Length : 2 hours.
Craft & Tinker: Electronics
B J C S A
8/15
For more questions, email PRK-FineArts@jocogov.org
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Johnson County Museum + LanesField Historic Site 8788 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66212 18745 S. Dillie Road, Edgerton, KS 66021 Johnson County Museum + LanesField Historic Site brings the history of our community to life through engaging exhibits and hands-on programming. These events can be scheduled Monday-Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To schedule your troop’s activities, call 913-715-2570.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will meet with museum staff and learn why items are collected, how those items are collected, and the importance of those items to the community, while exploring the new exhibit, Becoming Johnson County . Expand your visit to the Lanesfield Historic Site to learn about farm life and chores and complete an actual one-room schoolhouse lesson from 1904. Girl Scout cost is $5. Cost per adult: Free for up to two supervising adults, $5 for additional adults. This program will need to be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance.
Johnson County Museum:
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Behind-the- Scenes Tour
Lanesfield Historic Site: Farm Families Program
Max. 8
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Length : 2 hours.
Students get a taste of what life was like for children attending a one-room school in 1904. In this fully immersive program, kids are encouraged to dress up. This 2-hour program can be adapted to mixed- age groups K-6th grade. $80 per group Length : 2 hours.
Max: 30 including parents / caregivers
Living History
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St. Joseph Museums, Inc. 3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506
The mission of the St. Joseph Museums, Inc. is to provide a gateway to the past by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting items that reflect the interests and history of St. Joseph and its citizens.
To register your troop’s program, contact Shelly Haynes at haynes@stjosephmuseum.org or 816- 232-8471 ext. 103.
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Explore the Native Americans that inhabit North America. Girls will explore the habitats, dress, art, and culture of Native Americans through interactive presentation and a bracelet beading craft. This workshop Covers 7 of the activities in the GSUSA Native American Heritage Month Celebration patch.
Explore Native American People & Culture
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Natural Grocers Various locations in Kansas and Missouri
Natural Grocers is a female founded, specialty retailer featuring organic and natural groceries, body care and dietary supplements. Natural Grocers offers affordable prices and free nutrition education.
To register for your troop’s program, select the Natural Grocers location and call the nutritional health coach at the phone number listed. Programs should be scheduled 2-4 weeks in advance.
Kansas
Overland Park, 9108 Metcalf Avenue | 913-385-2000 Olathe, 14921 West 119th Street | 913-764-0918 Lawrence, 1301 West 23rd Street | 785-830-8500 Mission, 6819 Johnson Drive | 913-432-5200 Shawnee, 13335 Shawnee Mission Parkway | 913-631-0844 Topeka, 5836 SW 21st Street | 785-228-9100
Missouri
Independence, 19019 East 48th Street | 816-478-1990 St. Joseph, 2414 N. Belts Highway | 816-387-8333 Liberty, 114 S. Steward Road | 816-335-4190
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Event Name
Description
Girls will work on murals to show how they envision the perfect world for raising animals while they learn about the importance of happiness, fresh air and freedom for animals and where the foods they enjoy come from.
It’s Your Story – Tell It!
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Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center 635 SW Gage Blvd., Topeka, KS 66606
https://topekazoo.org/education/education-programs/scout-workshops/ pricing available on the website. Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center is on a mission to enrich the community through wildlife conservation and education.
To register your troop’s program, contact the zoo education department at education@topekazoo.org or call 785-368-9137.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animal Workshop
In this journey, Girl Scouts will learn about what animals need to live and plan to Take Action with a project that teaches others how to care for animals. Length : 1 1/2 hours
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* Leadership award activities are the responsibility of the troop leader after their workshop. *
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The Wordshop The Wordshop will bring the workshop to your Girl Scouts within 20 miles of Overland Park, KS. The Wordshop is a small, home-based writing school for tweens and teens. We have two primary goals: encourage and support kids who love to write and demystify the arbitrary rules of school-based writing.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Read and write poems, craft a short story, and learn the ins and outs of personal narratives to earn the Scribe badge. Supplies and set-up are minimal. Instructor will bring her own chart paper and easel if a whiteboard is not available; girls will need notebooks and writing utensils. Families are welcome to attend! (In that case, the attendee limit is 20 Girl Scouts, not people.) Learn how to write for the big and small screen. We'll talk about what makes a good script great, brainstorm ideas for a story, create characters, build a plot, and start writing our own scripts to earn the Screenwriter badge. Take a crash course in novel writing. We'll dive into plot structure, characters, and world-building, then tackle some writing prompts to get the ink flowing.
Scribe Badge Workshop
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20 (Max)
Screenwriter Badge Workshop
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20 (Max)
Novel Writing Badge Workshop
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20 (Max)
Cost is $18 per girl (includes badge); $15 for additional attendees for a two-hour workshop. Contact Kristin Marciniak at kristin@opwordshop.com for a quote and to begin looking at dates. Weekends and Wednesday’s evenings are good for the instructor. You can also ask if the instructor is free on another evening.
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Civic Engagement and Service
Girl Scouts will engage in wonderful acts of service and kindness while growing confidence by taking action in their communities and beyond! Girls will explore programs designed to help others whether that is planting a garden, honoring first responders, or promoting voting and democracy—there are many ways to get involved.
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Ability KC 3011 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108
Ability KC builds brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities through comprehensive educational, vocational, and therapeutic services.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Girl Scouts will prepare hand-tied fleece blankets for patients as holiday gifts. We will send patterns for three different sizes, and Troops may choose which one(s) they want to make. We ask that the Troops source materials for this project. This opportunity will be closed once 20 groups (making 5 blankets each) have signed up. Email Ashley Hurtado by November 4, 2024 to sign your girl/troop/family up for this at ashley.hurtado@abilitykc.org or call 816-751-7700. Girl Scout Troops will design handmade Valentines for patients and preschool students and deliver them to Ability KC by Friday, February 7, 2025. We ask that the Troops source materials for this project. Please confirm participation in this opportunity by January 17, 2025. Contact Ashley Hurtado to notify her that your Troop will be participating and confirm your drop-off date.
Blanket Buddies Program
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Hand Made Valentine Cards
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Harvesters Kansas City 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64129
Harvesters mobilizes the power of our community to provide equitable access to nutritious foods and address the root causes and impact of hunger.
Click here to schedule your troop’s program.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Girls will help sort and repackage donated products in Harvesters Volunteer Engagement Center to be redistributed to families in need. *Volunteers must be 8 years or older. Groups must meet the chaperone requirements (8-11 yrs. old: 1 adult per 5 children, 12-15 yrs. old: 1 adult per 10 children). Girls will help collect donations and package Healthy Family Meal Kits for families in need. Meal kits include all the necessary ingredients for an easy and completely nutritious meal. This two-part activity requires Girls to collect donations to purchase the kits items and then package the kits with all the ingredients and recipe card. For more information, visit https://www. harvesters.org/how-to-help/volunteer/off-site- volunteer-opportunities/pack-healthy-family- meal-kits. Girls will get engaged, educated, and empowered to help fight hunger in their community and earn their Fight Hunger Patch! Girls will participate in hands-on activities focused on nutrition, food waste, and choices. For more information, visit www.Harvesters. org/fight-hunger-patches.
Sort & Repackage Volunteer Opportunity
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Healthy Family Meal Kits
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Fight Hunger Patch Project
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Questions? Email Harvesters at getinvolved@harvesters.org or call 816-929-3090.
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Harvesters – Lawrence 1220 Timberedge Road Lawrence, KS 66046
Harvesters mobilizes the power of our community to provide equitable access to nutritious foods and address the root causes and impact of hunger.
Please submit registration request 2-3 weeks in advance for Healthy Family Meal Kits and to Serve in our Volunteer Engagement Center. Troops are welcome to schedule months in advance. Visit our website here or call (785) 856-6089.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
Girls will help collect donations and package Healthy Family Meal Kits for families in need. Meal kits include all the necessary ingredients for an easy and completely nutritious meal. This two-part activity requires Girls to collect donations to purchase the kits items and then package the kits with all the ingredients and recipe card. For more information, visit www.harvesters. org/how-to-help/volunteer/volunteer-from- home/pack-healthy-family-meal-kits. Participants will help sort and repackage donated products in our Volunteer Engagement Center. With every volunteer opportunity, you make a direct impact on the wellbeing of our community! Volunteers coming in groups must be 12 years or older. Groups must meet the chaperone requirements. of 1 adult to every 10 youth ages 12-15 years old. Please submit registration request 2-3 weeks in advance for Volunteer Engagement Center. Chaperones should be included in the group numbers and will serve alongside the girls in the Volunteer Engagement Center, other family members are welcome to join. Girls will design cards to include in Harvester food boxes. Review the list of guidelines before creating your card. Mail completed cards to Harvesters Community Engagement.
Healthy Family Meal Kits
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Serve in our Volunteer Engagement Center
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Homemade Greeting Cards
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Johnson County Museum + LanesField Historic Site 8788 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66212 18745 S. Dillie Road, Edgerton, KS 66021
Johnson County Museum + LanesField Historic Site brings the history of our community to life through engaging exhibits and hands-on programming.
Tours can be scheduled Monday-Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To schedule your troop’s activities, call 913-715-2570.
Grade Level(s)
Event Name
Description
It takes a village! Learn what it means to be a community and the different supporting roles that are needed to keep a community strong. Girls will participate in a cooperative game and a "thank you" activity, tour the new exhibit, and
Johnson County Museum: Thank You Community Helpers Johnson County Museum: Community
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play at KidScape. Length : 2 hours
Create the community of your dreams! Girls will watch the story of Johnson County and then will work together to build their own city from selecting a mayor to planning infrastructure like roads, buildings, and landscapes. The program includes a tour of the museum exhibit and exploration of KidScape. Length : 2 hours
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Planners Challenge
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Kansas City Water Troop Meeting
KC Water is committed to providing excellent water, wastewater, and stormwater services that ensure the health and safety of the community while safeguarding our regional water resources. KC Water provides hands-on educational lessons perfect to help your troop complete steps for your badge or journey. Lessons can be conducted indoors, outdoors, or virtually in many cases. Troops located outside of Kansas City must be willing to bring members to sites within KCMO unless the location is approved by KC Water.For more information visit: www.kcwater.us/education.
To register, email Water.Education@kcmo.org.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Girls will host a litter pickup at a nearby stream. The KC Water Warriors Stream Team #5390, in partnership with the Missouri Stream Team Program, will provide your group with the necessary supplies and background on the importance of keeping our waterways clean. Your troop can help educate your communities about the importance of keeping storm drains free of pollution and debris by marking storm drains and distributing educational door hangers in your neighborhoods. KC Water will provide all the supplies and training for this fun and rewarding community service project.
Stream Cleanup Project
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Min. 10
Storm Drain Marking Project
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Min. 10
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Dole Institute of Politics 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence, KS 66045
The Dole Institute has been a vibrant political forum promoting civil discourse, civic engagement, and idea exchange across the political spectrum for 20 years. Home to the personal archives of both Senator Bob and Senator Elizabeth Dole, and a museum facility on par with the U.S. Presidential libraries, the Dole Institute is excited to work with K-12 students and troops. Click here to learn more.
Grade Level(s)
Min/ Max
Event Name
Description
Former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm devoted her career in public service to empowering citizens from underrepresented communities by living her message, “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” What matters to you? What do you bring to the table?
Bring Your Own Chair
To schedule , doleinstitute@ku.edu or (785) 864-4900.
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8/25
For this workshop, weekdays and weeknights preferred but can accommodate weekend times if approved 4 weeks in advance.
This event is FREE .
Length : 1 ½ hours
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