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Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan thanks all the organizations and businesses who participate in CONNECT Magazine.

The inclusion of paid advertisements, in CONNECT and on gssem.org, featuring non-Girl Scout organizations, businesses and activities, products, and opportunities does not reflect an endorsement by or collaboration with Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan.

As with all activities, when patronizing these advertisers, please check Safety Activity Check Points & Volunteer Essentials concerning programs and adult/girl ratio. Council authorization for participation may be required.

All American T-Shirt Printing Field Trip!

Do something exciting and fun! All American will teach your group about the art of custom Screen Printing! Each guest will print their own T-shirt. The T-shirt design printed will be specifically created and personalized for your group! Nobody else in the world will have a shirt exactly like yours! T-shirts are oven cured and will be ready to take home that same day! We also provide a snack and beverage for our guests! Fun, education, snacks too!! Leaders/Trip Planners FYI Groups of 12-24 field trip duration 30 minutes. It’s fast but it’s a Blast! 

Contact: AATshirts.com or 586-997-2400

Charmelle School

Charmelle School workshops are tailored to help your Girl Scouts meet the standards of life's important skills. Lessons on Friendship, Respect, Social Skills, Etiquette, and Inner-beauty are essential in their everyday life, as well as a successful future.

We bring the fun and supplies to your meeting location. Please see our ad to find out what badge your troop will earn with our workshops. FUN PATCH INCLUDED.

Please call 810-695-9458 to schedule your workshop.

Cranbrook Institute of Science

Our natural history museum offers many badge workshops and overnight events. We accommodate groups up to 150 people. Customized workshops are available for scouts of all ages.

To learn more about scouting opportunities at the Cranbrook Institute of Science, visit our website at science.cranbrook.edu/find-program-event/scouts or contact our Scout Coordinator at 248.645-3229.

Geiser-Weaver Crafts

Geiser-Weaver Crafts - your Mobile Art Solution, will come to your meeting location, at the time & day you desire to provide your girls with a fun workshop. For Brownies we offer the Potter & Painter badges, for Juniors we offer the Jewelry & Drawing badges. Pottery lessons for all ages. New holiday workshops.

See our website for additional information: geiser-weaver.com, email us at geiserweaver@gmail.com, or call us at 616-745-9624.

Howell Nature Center

Howell Nature Center's 270-acre property features seven spacious, modern lodges; miles of trails; a nationally-recognized wildlife rehabilitation program; the Midwest’s only Heifer Global Village site; the area’s only zip course; Michigan’s tallest outdoor climbing tower; two high ropes courses; Livingston county’s only zoo; and more. The non-profit HNC is funded primarily through programs, private donations, and special events. Visit howellnaturecenter.org for more information.

1005 Triangle Lake Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-0249
howellnaturecenter.org

Meadow Brook Hall

Visit Meadow Brook Hall and step back in time as you tour this National Historic Landmark. Meadow Brook Hall inspires and educates with its gracious rooms and collections of fine and decorative art. Programs are offered weekdays after school and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and may be available on half days or days off from school.

For more information or to book a tour, please call (248) 364-6252 or email MByouth@oakland.edu.

Michigan Ballet Theatre
Michigan Science Center

The Michigan Science Center (MiSci) inspires curious minds of all ages to discover, explore and appreciate science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a creative, dynamic learning environment. The Science Center offers a full array of scouting programs and overnight adventures for both boys and girls from fall through spring.

Visit Mi-Sci.org for a complete list of programs.

Olympia Entertainment

Olympia Entertainment is one of the country's most diverse sport and entertainment companies in the mid-west. The company owns and operates Detroit’s Fox Theatre, the intimate City Theatre, books and operates Joe Louis Arena and books Comerica Park. Olympia Entertainment also handles business operations for the Detroit Red Wings and collaborates with the Detroit Tigers.

For more information on group tickets, please call 313-471-3099.

Sloan Museum & Longway Planetarium

Discover history, science, and technology with immersive hands-on learning experiences on the campus of the Flint Cultural Center. Spark your girls’ curiosity with touring exhibitions, including Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog in Fall 2017 and Be The Astronaut in Winter 2018. Earn a badge in a few hours, or spend the night in the museum or planetarium for more fun!

Register online at SloanLongway.org or call 810.237.3409.

The Parade Company

Come to The Parade Company and take a magical journey through the Parade studios. You will experience a behind-the-scenes look at America's Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Art Van! Learn about the Parade's interesting history and traditions; see all of the floats up close; and see the unique collection of papier-mâché heads. You will also get to pass by the costume shop and see where characters come to life.

For more information, visit: theparade.org or call 313.923.7400.

Troop Mackinaw

Troop Mackinaw is the premiere Mackinac Island Girl Scout event. This fun & affordable weekend is the complete Mackinac Island Scout package. No other package offers so much for so little. Bring the whole troop or just mother & daughter!

For more information, visit TroopMackinaw.com.

TWO Nature Centers - Oakland County Parks & Rec

Red Oaks Nature Center in Madison Heights and Wint Nature Center in Clarkston offer hands-on exhibits, activities, field trips and educational programs. Both also offer Scout Badge Days – interactive sessions
designed specifically for scouts of all ages and ranks. Scouts complete all requirements to earn their badge. Sessions are offered on Saturdays with choice of morning or afternoon, and include hands-on activities and snack. Badge Day Field Trips can be arranged for groups of 10 or more if the scheduled programs are not convenient.

Visit OaklandCountyParks.com for details.