Who: Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes

Where: Tudor Place Historic House and Garden

1644 31st St NW

Washington, DC 20007

Girl Scouts explore architectural styles from around the world while touring Tudor Place and the Georgetown neighborhood. After the tour, Girl Scouts design their own building and landscape

Fees: Girl Scouts and Tag-alongs: $10.00 ; Adults: $3.00

How to register: Visit our website at www.tudorplace.org  or contact Alexis Miller at [email protected] or 202.965.0400

For more information: Visit www.tudorplace.org

Mia Saunders School of Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Who: Girl Scouts of All Ages

When: Saturday December 14th and Sunday December 15th, 2013 at 3pm

Where: Centreville High School Theatre, 6001 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124

Mia Saunders School of Ballet presents two performances of The Nutcracker. Earn your Nutcracker Patch and help others!  All proceeds go to Centreville High School Drama Boosters for student scholarships adn Fisher House Foundation 501(c)(3); an organization that helps to support our military troop.  The Girl Scouts are invited to a *pre-performance interview with Clara, The Prince, and The Sugar Plum Fairy and will receive a candy cane. (*Must register ahead.)  The Nutcracker is performed by dancers ages 5-18 and many of them are Girl Scouts.  

Fee: Girls $10 Adults $12

Register: Contact Nicole Caputo at [email protected] or 703-830-5819

Website: http://miasaundersballet.com/ 

Sesame Street Live "Make a New Friend" at the Patriot Center

Who: All Girl Scouts

When: December 12-15, 2013

12/13/13 7:00 PM
12/14/13 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM  
12/15/13 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM

Where: Patriot Center 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030

No matter where you're from or where you've been, everyone is special-so join in! Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby, and their Sesame Street Friends welcome Chamki, Grover's friend from India to Sesame Street. Together, they explore the universal fun of friendship and celebrate cultural similarities, from singing and dancing, to sharing cookies!

Fee: Girl Scout rate $45, $27, $15

Register: Click here for ticket order form.  Last day to purchase Girl Scout discounted tickets is Monday December 9th.

Contact: Jill Buxbaum call 202.292.1982 or e-mail at [email protected]

Day Visits & Overnight Camping at CraftWorks at Cool Spring

Who: Girl Scouts of All Ages

When: Call to Schedule

Where: 1469 Lloyd Rd. Charles Town, WV 25414

Visit for a day or overnight on our 12 acres of lush Shenandoah marsh and rolling hills near Charles Town, West Virginia. 

• Work on a variety of indoor/outdoor projects, patches and badges
• Utilize our studio for arts and crafts
• Learn by doing from a nature of art expert
• Enjoy the fire circle for songs and smores!

Register:  For more information, or to schedule a visit, contact Margaret Smith at (304) 728-6233 or [email protected]

Website: http://www.craftworksatcoolspring.org/

Badges, Journeys, and More! With Fairfax County Park Authority

Who: Girls Scouts of All Ages

When: Ongoing

Where: Fairfax County, VA

Visit our website for newly expanded "by-request" scheduling options for Badge and Journey programs http://go.usa.gov/DRf  and the E-Parktakes Magazine for scheduled offerings www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes

• Badge and Journey Programs
• Campfires and Wagon Rides
• Sleepovers and Camping
• Fishing and Boats

Locations Include: Colvin Mill Historic Site; Cub Run RECenter; Ellanor C Lawrence Park; Frying Pan Farm Park; Green Spring Garden; Hidden Oaks Nature Center; Hidden Pond Nature Center; Lake Fairfax; Huntley Meadows Park and Historic Site; Riverbend Park; Sully Historic Site; Lewinsville Park

Website: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/wp-scouting.htm

The Magic of Spying: Tradecraft Trickery

International Spy Museum

Who: Girl Scout Brownies-Ambassadors 

When: Saturday February 22, 2014 2pm-3pm

Where: International Spy Museum

800 F St. NW

Washington, DC 20004

In the real-life world of espionage, spies often call upon the art of magic and illusion to distract the enemy, make evidence disappear, and escape unnoticed.  Join professional magician, Peter Wood, as he demonstrates the art of misdirection, sleight of hand, and other illusions used by skilled spies. This one of a kind performance, custom designed for the Spy Museum, is guaranteed to fascinate children and adults alike.

Fee: Girl: $11.00 Adult $11.00 Tagalong: $11.00

Register: Please contact Lucy Stirn at 202-654-0933 or [email protected] to receive the discounted Girl Scout rate. 

For more information, please go to http://www.spymuseum.org/calendar/detail/magic-of-spying-tradecraft-trickery/2014-02-22/ 

Website: www.spymuseum.org 

Are you a Storyteller? With the Smithsonian National Museum of American History

  Little Golden Books FREE Exhibition

Who: Girl Scouts of All Ages

When: June 28, 2013 - January 5, 2014

Where: National Museum of American History Second floor east

Little Golden Books transformed children's reading habits in the early 20th century. Prior to World War II, large-format, classic story books for children were prohibitively expensive and available to a privileged few. Little Golden Books offered new ideas and modern stories in an affordable format. The exhibit features a sampling of artist's proofs from several early Little Golden Books.

Fee: Free

Register: There is no registration for this exhibit

Website: http://americanhistory.si.edu/exhibitions/little-golden-books