Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Community Collaborator Directory

Community Collaborator Directory

American Midwest Ballet

GIRL SCOUTS AND THE BALLET

Through the Collaborator Program, American Midwest Ballet provides Girl Scouts with opportunities to experience and learn about dance. The ballet’s Girl Scouts Collaboration helps support the mission of “building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.” American Midwest Ballet’s Girl Scout Collaboration is created for students of all ages and offers troops many options to experience dance through classes, workshops, and performances.

SEE A PERFORMANCE

Girl Scouts are invited to attend this season’s dance performances presented by American Midwest Ballet, the region’s professional ballet company, at special reduced ticket prices. Please use the code GSCOUT for a 15% discount on tickets. Performance tickets are available online.

MOMENTUM

American Midwest Ballet’s award-winning mixed repertory program features an eclectic mix of ballets that showcase the exciting range of dance as an expressive art form. This season, Momentum will feature two guest choreographers—Frank Chaves and Ray Mercer—whose works have wowed audiences around the world, plus an audience favorite by artistic director Erika Overturff. Erin Alarcón’s Fragile Creatures hauntingly explores the mysterious world of memory. Monique Haley’s Love Games depicts the flirty tug-of-war we play when falling for someone. Joffrey Ballet co-founder Gerald Arpino’s Confetti is a sparkling classical jewel, and Erika Overturff’s Go West! is an exuberant celebration of the spirit and stories of the American West.

When and Where:

• Saturday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

• Sunday, October 15, at 2 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

THE NUTCRACKER

Visual splendor, dazzling spectacle, a charming story, and brilliant classical dancing—it’s no wonder our version of the world’s favorite holiday ballet is a family tradition!

When and Where:

• Saturday, November 18, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

• Sunday, November 19, at 2 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

• November 19 is a sensory-friendly performance, designed to increase accessibility for those on the autism spectrum.

• Saturday, December 9, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St., Omaha

• Sunday, December 10, at 2 p.m., Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St., Omaha

CINDERELLA

The world premiere of Cinderella, a magical new full-length story ballet, is an uplifting rendition of a story beloved across generations and cultures: an affirmation that good things come in due season. Choreographer Erika Overturff summons all the artistry of classical ballet—with its brilliant dancing, spectacular settings, and rich costuming—to whirl the heroine on a journey that is both intimate and grand. There’s charm, humor, and—of course—a little magic!

When and Where:

• Saturday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

• Sunday, April 28, at 2 p.m., Hoff Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs

• Saturday, May 11, at 7:30 p.m., Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St., Omaha

• Sunday, May 12, at 2 p.m., Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St., Omaha

ATTEND A DANCE CLASS

Girl Scouts’ registration fees will be waived on all classes at American Midwest Ballet School. Register by phone at 712.890.5591 and reference SCOUTS DANCE. For class details, visit our website.

DANCE WITH A PROFESSIONAL BALLERINA

Get up and dance with a professional ballet dancer and earn a ballet badge! American Midwest Ballet is hosting special dance workshops exclusively for currently registered and active Girl Scouts. In this hourlong workshop, girls will meet a professional dancer from American Midwest Ballet, stretch together, and practice basic ballet steps before learning a short, fun dance to a popular song. The session will end with a question and answer session so girls can learn about the life of a professional dancer. No dance experience or special shoes required. Comfortable athletic-wear encouraged. For scheduling, have your troop co-leader contact us for more information.

When: Contact American Midwest Ballet to schedule.

Where: Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, 1001 S 6th St., Council Bluffs. Virtual Workshops are also available. Contact us for more information.

Cost: Free

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Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Questions: Contact us via email or visit our website Click here to visit American Midwest Ballet’s website.

Challenge IslandOmaha Northwest

Join us for a fun-filled STEM adventure! Challenge Island Omaha Northwest provides girls with engaging problem-based learning opportunities centered around whimsical kid-friendly themes and has a variety of ways for your troop earn Girl Scout badges.

• Teaches girls to dream big and continue working toward their goals despite the inevitable bumps in the road along the way.

• Empowers girls to reach their fullest creative potential while instilling a lifelong love of learning.

• Prepares the fun, lively girl of today for the ever-changing, global marketplace of the future.

• Helps each girl appreciate and embrace her own unique set of strengths as well as those of others.

• Inspires each girl with whimsical, fun STEM challenges to pursue careers in STEM fields.

• Encourages and celebrates innovative, creative thinking.

JUNIOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design and build the Eiffel Tower; create a pet emergency shelter; construct an earthquake-safe hotel. Learn more about how to earn your Take Action Award—and help your community—with the Girl Scout Take Action Guide. Then use your leadership skills to earn your Girl Scout Bronze Award.

Who: Juniors

When: Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Think Like an Engineer badge

DAISY THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design and build a fairy house; make a puff mobile; design and build a bridge.

Who: Daisies

When: Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Daisy Think Like an Engineer badge

BROWNIE THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design and build an assistive device; design a water pipeline and collection center; design and build flying pop rockets.

Who: Brownies

When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Think Like an Engineer badge

CADETTE THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design a prosthetic limb for an elephant; design a life jacket for a pet; design camp cabin décor.

Who: Cadettes

When: Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Cadette Think Like an Engineer badge

SENIOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Use the design process and your imagination to engineer solutions—design and build a can holder that isn’t harmful to animals; design and build a unique kinetic sculpture; design and build a prototype of an assistive device for the elderly.

Who: Seniors

When: Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Senior Think Like an Engineer badge

AMBASSADOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Bring your creativity and engineer some innovative solutions—design and build a fun monkey playground; design and build an exciting zip line course; design, build, and trial mobility equipment.

Who: Ambassadors

When: Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Ambassador Think Like an Engineer badge

FAMILY ENRICHMENT NIGHT

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families (all ages)

When: On your schedule (1.5 hours)

Cost: $25 per family ($199 minimum)

Recognitions: Fun patch for Girl Scouts

DAISY TRIPLE AUTOMOTIVE BADGE WORKSHOP

Design a car for a special person or situation; become an engineer and build a car; collaborate with your troop to manufacture a new car.

Who: Daisies

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $20 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Daisy Automotive Design badge; Daisy Automotive Engineering badge; Daisy Automotive Manufacturing badge

DAISY TOY BUSINESS DESIGNER BADGE WORKSHOP

Start a slime business; identify your target market; create a new slime recipe and market it!

Who: Daisies

When: On your schedule (1.5 hours)

Cost: $17.50 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Daisy Toy Business Designer badge

DAISY TRIPLE MECHANICAL ENGINEER BADGE WORKSHOP

Design and build a working roller coaster; build a model car; create an arcade/board game.

Who: Daisies

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge badge; Daisy Model Car Design Challenge badge; Daisy Board Game Design Challenge badge Page 7

DAISY THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design and build a fairy house; make a puff mobile; design and build a bridge.

Who: Daisies

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Daisy Think Like an Engineer badge

DAISY KINDNESS AND CARING FOR ALL WORKSHOP

Make a pet palace; create a pet care pinball game; choose kindness; build a rocket and explore the galaxy.

Who: Daisies

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Considerate & Caring petal, the Birdbath Award, and the Red Robin Award from the “5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals” Journey

BROWNIE TRIPLE AUTOMOTIVE BADGE WORKSHOP

Learn about safety features and design a car with safety in-mind; become an engineer and build a car; collaborate with your troop to manufacture your new car.

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Automotive Design badge; Brownie Automotive Engineering badge; Brownie Automotive Manufacturing badge

BROWNIE INVENTOR BADGE WORKSHOP

Learn about campground safety; identify potential hazards; design and build new solutions to stay safe in the great outdoors.

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (1 hour)

Cost: $15 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Inventor badge

BROWNIE BUDDING ENTREPRENEUR BADGE WORKSHOP

Learn about famous entrepreneurs; brainstorm ideas for your new business; design your new themed restaurant; pitch your idea and get funding for your business

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $20 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Budding Entrepreneur badge

BROWNIE

HOME SCIENTIST BADGE WORKSHOP

Take a balloon ride; explore the photic zone; do some static magic; make a chilly treat!

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (2.5 hours)

Cost: $22.50 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Home Scientist badge

BROWNIE TRIPLE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BADGE WORKSHOP

Design and build a fling flyer; build a championship race car; create a leap bot.

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $20 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Fling Flyer Design Challenge badge; Brownie Race Car Design Challenge badge; Brownie Leap Bot Design Challenge badge

BROWNIE MAKING GAMES BADGE WORKSHOP

Invent a new arcade game; design a putt putt golf course and have fun!

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $20 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Making Games badge

BROWNIE

THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design a water pipeline and collection center; design and build flying pop rockets; design and build an assistive device.

Who: Brownies

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Brownie Think Like an Engineer badge

JUNIOR

TRIPLE AUTOMOTIVE BADGE WORKSHOP

Explore the past, present, and future of car design and alternative fuels; become an engineer and build a prototype car; collaborate with your troop to manufacture your new car

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Automotive Design badge; Junior Automotive Engineering badge; Junior Automotive Manufacturing badge

JUNIOR BUSINESS JUMPSTART BADGE WORKSHOP

Learn about the inventor of the Loop-The-Loop; brainstorm ideas for a new themed roller coaster ride; build a prototype of your ride; pitch your idea and get funding for your business

Who: Juniors (4-5)

When: On your schedule (1.5 hours)

Cost: $17.50 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Business Jumpstart badge

JUNIOR

SPACE SCIENCE BADGE WORKSHOP

Create a solar system stabile; learn about the stars and make constellations; make flying comets and launch them at the moon!

Who: Juniors (4-5)

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $20 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Space Science Investigator badge

JUNIOR

PLAYING THE PAST BADGE WORKSHOP

Make groovy doll-sized 1970s fashions; build a working pinball machine; make a lava lamp.

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (2.5 hours)

Cost: $22.50 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Playing the Past badge

JUNIOR ANIMAL HABITATS BADGE WORKSHOP

Learn about African animal habitats; build a working safari ride; learn about penguins and build penguin toboggans.

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (2 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Animal Habitats badge

JUNIOR TRIPLE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BADGE WORKSHOP

Design and build a cookie crane; build a balloon-powered race car; design and build a paddle boat.

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Crane Design Challenge badge; Junior Balloon Car Design Challenge badge; Junior Paddle Boast Design Challenge badge

JUNIOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design and build the Eiffel Tower; create an emergency pet shelter; construct an earthquake-safe hotel.

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Think Like an Engineer badge

JUNIOR GET MOVING! JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Explore bow humans and animals use energy; use energy wisely and educate others; use wind energy to problem solve!

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Get Moving! Journey

JUNIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER WORKSHOP

Find out how product designers solve problems and make their products appealing; make observations about what makes a great product; design a prototype for a completely new product; put it to the test and make design improvements!

Who: Juniors

When: On your schedule (1.5 hours)

Cost: $17.50 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Junior Product Designer badge

CADETTE THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Design a prosthetic limb for an elephant; design a life jacket for a pet; design camp cabin décor.

Who: Cadettes

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Cadette Think Like an Engineer badge

CADETTE ENTREPRENEUR BADGE WORKSHOP

Design a business plan and pitch your business to investors; design a logo; build a working safari ride!

Who: Cadettes

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Cadette Entrepreneur badge or Cadette Business Creator badge

CADETTE COMIC ARTIST BADGE WORKSHOP

Explore the world of comics; engineer a dramatic rescue; recount the story using pictures and words!

Who: Cadettes

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Cadette Comic Artist badge

SENIOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Use the design process and your imagination to engineer solutions—design and build a can holder that isn’t harmful to animals; design and build a unique kinetic sculpture; design and build a prototype of an assistive device for the elderly.

Who: Seniors

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Senior Think Like an Engineer badge

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AMBASSADOR THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER JOURNEY WORKSHOP

Bring your creativity and engineer some innovative solutions—design and build a fun monkey playground; design and build an exciting zip line course; design, build, and trial mobility equipment.

Who: Ambassadors

When: On your schedule (3 hours)

Cost: $25 per Girl Scout

Recognitions: Ambassador Think Like an Engineer badge

Where: Steiner Academy, 3109 N. 120th St., Omaha, NE 68164 (unless indicated otherwise).

We will travel to your troop! Locations more than 90-minutes travel time outside of Omaha may be subject to a travel fee (subject to total number of participants).

Capacity: 8 minimum; 50 maximum

Registration: Register online for all programs!

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints

Questions: Email us!

NOTE: All Take Action projects will be completed on your own.

Click here to visit the Challenge Island - Omaha Northwest website

The Durham Museum

There’s a world of adventure awaiting Girl Scouts at The Durham Museum. From exploring our log cabin, to experiencing a Native American earth lodge, your Girl Scout troop is invited to tour the museum and experience history together!

GIRL SCOUTS

The Durham Museum is proud to offer several fun options for Girl Scouts of all ages. There’s sure to be one that’s a great fit for your troop. Book a tour (offered year-round) and provide a memorable, educational outing for your scout group! In addition, The Durham is proud to present the Celebrating our Community Badge for Brownies. There is no better place to complete these requirements than at The Durham Museum, Omaha’s former Union Station and newest National Historic Landmark. Create a game to learn about Nebraska symbols, learn to march in a parade, and, of course, visit a historic landmark!

Tours

• $5/Scout or chaperone

• Troop co-leaders are admitted free

Celebrating Our Community Badge

• $200 for up to 25 guests

Questions/Reservations: Please call The Durham Museum Education Department at 402.444.5027, or email us, to make a reservation or with any questions you may have.

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Figure Skating Club of Omaha

The Figure Skating Club of Omaha Learn to Skate class is the perfect way to combine fun and fitness. FSCO has over 80 years of skating excellence, teaching both recreational and competitive figure skating. This welcoming and safe environment is the perfect setting to introduce the girls to beginning skating skills. Whether you want to learn to skate for fun or beyond, we are the program for you!

LEARN TO ICE SKATE PROGRAM

This 1 hour program consists of a 30-minute instructed troop class, followed by a 30-minute supervised practice session.

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

When:

• Mondays – 6:30-7:30 p.m. at McLean Arena

• Thursdays – 6–7 p.m. at Baxter Arena

Cost: $15 per participant, skate rental included

Capacity: Minimum 5 skaters, maximum 10 skaters per instructor.

Where:

• McLean Ice Arena – 45th & P St.

• Baxter Arena – 67th & Center St.

Registration: Email Andrea Williamson to schedule your troop class.

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Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Refunds: A 48-hour cancellation notice is required for refund.

Questions: Contact Andrea Williamson, FSCO Skating Director via email.

Note: Helmets are recommended for all participants. Skaters should wear long pants/athletic wear, jackets and gloves.

Click here to visit Figure Skating Club of Omaha’s website.

Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. (Goodwill Lincoln)

Goodwill Industries in Lincoln is a non-profit organization that maintains an effective Employment Services Program that offers job training and employment programs to people who face barriers to employment. Goodwill’s client population includes people with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities, or dependence on public support. The sale of donated goods in their retail locations remains the greatest source of funding for programs Goodwill provides. In 2022, Goodwill diverted 2.2 million pounds from the local landfill and helped over 4,000 individuals with employment-related services.

GOOD TURN FOR GOODWILL

To earn the “Good Turn for Goodwill” patch, each girl will need to fill three bags with donations. Goodwill accepts clothing, home goods, and electronics. Donate to one of the Goodwill locations listed below during retail hours and take a photo of the donation. Send Goodwill an email with the photo attached, which store you donated to, and your mailing address. In return, they will send you the patch! For an entire troop, please send the number of girls with one photo and an address to send the patches.

Locations Applicable for Donations:

• Apples Way – 6300 Apples Way, Lincoln, NE 68516

• Vine Street – 4555 Vine St., Lincoln, NE 68503

• 27th Street – 3190 N 27th St., Lincoln, NE 68521

• 17th and Sumner – 1700 S. 17th St., Lincoln, NE 68502

• York – 512 Grant Ave, York, NE 68467

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families, Adults

Recognitions:

• Good Turn for Goodwill Patch

• Daisy Petal — “Rosie” Pink: Make the World a Better Place

• Brownie Badge — Give Back

THE IMPORTANCE OF TEXTILE RECYCLING!

A representative of Goodwill will come to your troop meeting and speak about what happens to the textiles after you donate them to Goodwill with activities that teach girls about how many textiles are thrown away per person per year. This provides important knowledge on recycling beyond paper and aluminum. After, the representative will encourage the girls to donate materials or show them how to run a donation drive dependent on what the troop is interested in.

Who: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families, Adults

Recognitions:

• Good Turn for Goodwill Patch

• Girls attending this event will collect steps 3 and 5 of the Philanthropist Badge ******

When: Year Round

Cost: Free

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints

Questions: Please contact Alia Hurst or call 402.742.8456 with any questions or to make arrangements.

Click here to visit Lincoln Goodwill’s website.

Hastings Museum

Hastings Museum is the largest municipal museum between Chicago and Denver. Featuring a Theatre with a 70-foot wide screen and large full-domed Planetarium, we house dozens of animal species set in their natural habitats, allowing you to get an up-close look at many amazing creatures!

We also chronicle the history of the early inhabitants of the Nebraska plains while providing a look back at the creatures that used to roam this area and swim in the Cretaceous Sea. Of course you’ll also discover how Kool-Aid, the famous soft drink invented in Hastings, came to be such a success.

Hastings Museum, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, connects people to the world—and universe —through educational programs, exhibits and films. It inspires respect for, and understanding of, our past and future.

OVERNIGHTERS

Cost: Security deposit, $35 per Girl Scout; $27 per adult. Cost includes badge activity stations, snacks, 2D or 3D film, planetarium show, games, and breakfast.

Capacity: Minimum 100 Participants

DAY PROGRAMS

Daisy:

• Animal Observer

• Art and Design

• Craft and Tinker

• Create and Innovate

• Eco Learner

• Good Neighbor

• Math in Nature 1: Shapes in Nature

• Math in Nature 2: Numbers in Nature

• Math in Nature 3: Design with Nature

• Mechanical Engineering: Board Games

• Mechanical Engineering: Model Car

• Mechanical Engineering: Roller Coaster

• Robotics 1: What Robots Do

• Robotics 2: How Robots Move

Brownie:

• Art and Design

• Bugs

• Craft and Tinker

• Create and Innovate

• Home Scientist

• Letterboxer

• Making Games

• Math in Nature 1: Shapes in Nature

Junior:

• Art and Design

• Craft and Tinker

• Create and Innovate

• Detective

• Flowers

• Math in Nature 1: Shapes in Nature

• Math in Nature 2: Numbers in Nature

Cadette:

• Night Owl

• Outdoor Art Apprentice

• Space Science Researcher

• Special Agent

• Trees

Senior:

• Sky

• Space Science Expert

Ambassador:

• Space Science Master

• Robotics 3: Design a Robot

• Outdoor Art Maker

• Space Science Explorer

• Math in Nature 2: Numbers in Nature

• Math in Nature 3: Design with Nature

• Outdoor Adventurer

• Outdoor Art Creator

• Robotics 1: Designing Robots

• Robotics 2: Programming Robots

• Senses

• Space Science Adventurer

• Math in Nature 3: Design with Nature

• Outdoor Art Explorer

• Playing the Past

• Robotics 1: Designing Robots

• Robotics 2: Programming Robots

• Space Science Investigator

Cost: $11 per Daisy/Brownie; $13 per Junior/Cadette/Senior/Ambassador; $8 per Adult. Additional programs the day of are $5 per Girl Scout and no additional charge per adult.

Capacity: Minimum 5 Girl Scouts, maximum 25 Girl Scouts

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Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults

When: Call to schedule. Daisy and Brownie programs are 2 hours. Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador programs are 3 hours.

Where: Hastings Museum, 1330 N. Burlington Ave. Hastings, NE 68901

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Chaparones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Register: Contact Katie Karr at 402.461.2399 or by email

Click here to visit the Hastings Museum’s website.

It’s Yours Pottery

Creating in Clay and More… we offer a creative experience for all Girl Scouts. It’s Yours Pottery is here to assist your troop grow as Girl Scouts, offering workshops to help girls earn recognitions or “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” outings!

PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY (CERAMICS)

Your girls learn basic painting techniques as they complete one of our many ceramic painting offerings. Learn the art of ceramic painting, plan for badge requirements or plan a fun field trip for the girls.

Recognitions: Junior Ceramics and Clay badge

PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY (CERAMIC HOLIDAY ORNAMENT PARTIES)

Have the girls share some holiday cheer together, as they paint three ornaments per girl. PERFECT for gift making.

Recognitions: Junior Ceramics and Clay badge

HANDBUILDING WITH CLAY

Let the girls work with the real stuff...raw clay! We offer many projects using low fire earthenware. The girls will handbuild and learn beginning techniques of pinch, coil or slab, depending on age. Clay projects require additional time for processing. Please allow 14 days to return for pick up.

Recognitions:

• Junior Ceramics and Clay badge

• Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Interest Project: Artistic Crafts

GLASS FUSION

Glass Fusion is a hit! Let your girls learn the basics of warm glass art, as they create a night light, and magnet or jewelry pendent.

Recognitions:

• Junior Jeweler, Art to Wear, and Art in 3-D badges

• Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Interest Project: Folk Art, Just Jewelry

CELEBRATION CANDLES: (CHUNK CANDLES)

Let the girls experience something a forever favorite, candle making. Each girl will participate in the process of making their own chunk candle. From pouring and cutting wax shapes to designing and adding a favorite scent and wicks. A fun activity for your girls age 7 years plus.

WOOD DECOR

Painting on wood is a super fun and creative art form. Make memo boards and more. This is a great make and take project for girls age 8 years plus.

CANVAS PAINTING

Every girl wants to be an artist. This creative option is great for those wanting to make and take the same day. Have a theme in mind…let us know. We also have a number of patterns to choose from, making canvas painting a success for all levels. Let your girls become their own Picasso!

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

When: Date and time scheduled at your convenience. Classes will run approximately 11/2 hours.

Where: It’s Yours Pottery, “Creating in Clay and More,” 2528 S 132 Ct. (N.W corner of 132nd and West Center Road, Orchard Plaza West) Omaha, NE 68144, 402.330.3470.

Cost: Will vary

Capacity: Minimum 8, maximum 40. Smaller troops are encouraged to combine.

Registration: Call 402.330.3470 to schedule your date. A 2-4 week advance reservation is recommended. Payment in full is due at the time of event.

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints

Note: Troop co-leaders are encouraged to contact us for specific details and costs on all offerings. Check us out at our website below or like us on Facebook. 10% discount is offered for groups with a minimum of 6 for everyday fun creative experiences. Beginning projects start at $13 per girl + tax.

Click here to visit It’s Yours Pottery’s website.

Lincoln Children’s Museum

Lincoln Children’s Museum invites children to create, discover and learn through the power of play. Our education team creates hands on informal learning experiences all year long!

BADGE EARNING WORKSHOPS & PROGRAMS

Be sure to check the Girl Scouts of Nebraska program calendar for all the fun workshops and programs that take place at the Lincoln Children’s Museum. Workshops generally take place on Saturdays in the morning or afternoon.

These themed programs focus on activities that help your Girl Scout earn her next badge. The workshops and programs can be attended by an individual or whole troop.

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors

When/Registration: Visit the Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Program Calendar

Cost: $32

Recognition: Badge

Capacity: 10 girls minimum

CREATIVE HOLIDAY KITS – CANDY HOUSES

These kits are created by the Lincoln Children’s Museum in December and are packed with load of creative fun! Each kit includes a cardboard house mounted on a sturdy base. You also receive a variety of colored frostings, cookies, candies, and other fun surprises to make a holiday masterpiece.

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Families

When: December

Cost: $25

Registration: Purchase online

ROBOTICS DAY

Daisies, Brownies, or Juniors can earn all three robotics badges in one day with Lincoln Children’s Museum!

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors

When: Visit the Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Program Calendar or call 402.477.4000 x111 to schedule.

Cost: $60 per girl. Includes all materials, badges, snacks, and lunch from the Museum’s Kazoo’s U-STOP Café.

Recognition: All three Robotics badges for Daisies, Brownies, or Juniors.

Capacity: 5 girls minimum

Where: Lincoln Children’s Museum, 1420 P St, Lincoln, NE

Registration: Call 402.477.4000 x111 to schedule

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints

Refunds: With 72-hour notice.

Questions: Contact Mandy Haase-Thomas via email or call 402.477.4000 x111.

Click here to visit the Lincoln Children’s Museum website.

Music Works Academy

Music Works Academy in Beatrice can create custom classes for your troop to complete the requirements for patches and badges in Music, Art, Theatre, and Yoga/Health & Wellness. We can accommodate groups of up to twenty. Our facility is ADA-compliant and easily accessible for people with special needs. Our Group Class coordinator, Stacey Edeal, has many years of previous experience working with Girl Scouts. We will custom design a class with the badge/patch requirements and the abilities of your group, including any special needs, and offer a fun snack break at the completion of your class.

JUNIOR MUSICIAN BADGE

Who: Juniors

YOGA POSE FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families

SENIOR TROUPE PERFORMER BADGE

Who: Seniors

THEATRE FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

THE ART OF JAZZ FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

CELEBRATE THE ARTS FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

SENIOR COLLAGE ARTIST BADGE

Who: Seniors

ART AND DESIGN BADGE

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

ART AND CRAFTS FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

SENIOR TEXTILE ARTIST BADGE

Who: Seniors

RECYCLED ART FUN PATCH

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadette, Senior, Ambassadors, Families

CRAFT TINKER

Who: Juniors

DANCER

Who: Brownies

OUTDOOR ART CREATOR

Who: Brownies

OUTDOOR ART MASTER

Who: Ambassadors

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Where: Music Works Academy, 2920 E. Court Street, Beatrice, NE 68310

When: Weekday evenings and weekends by appointment.

Cost: $12 per girl

Capacity: 20

Registration: Register online on our website.

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints

Refunds: Please provide a 24-hour notice to cancel/reschedule.

Questions: Contact Stacy Edeal at 402.806.4138.

Notes: We create custom group classes for your Troop to complete badges/patches in the following areas: Music, Art, Theatre & Yoga/ Health & Wellness. Please contact us to discuss special needs of your group, specific badge requirements and to set up your class time.

Click here to visit the Music Works Academy website.

Omaha Storm Chasers and Union Omaha Soccer

Omaha

Storm Chasers

We are the Triple-A Baseball Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, located at Werner Park in Papillion, Nebraska.

OMAHA STORM CHASERS OVERNIGHT

Come out to Werner Park for Girl Scout Night with the Omaha Storm Chasers! Girl Scouts are encouraged to come to the Storm Chasers’ game, enjoy a post-game fireworks show, post-game movie and campout on the field, private autograph session with players and coaches and much more! This event is for everyone from Daisies to Ambassadors, including families and friends! All Girl Scouts are invited to participate in our On-Field Pre-Game Parade, which will start at approximately 6:40 p.m. We encourage every troop in attendance to bring banners and signs! We hope to see you all there!

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families, Adults

When: Friday, June 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $22 for each person attending the game and camping out. This cost includes a game ticket, a commemorative fun patch, pre-game parade on the field, exclusive team store discount coupon, postgame fireworks show, private autograph session with coaches and players, movie shown on videoboard during the campout, and campout snacks.

For anyone wishing to attend only the game, the cost is $13.

Additional Options (subject to change):

• Gift cards which can be used towards concessions, merchandise and/or future tickets available to pre-order.

• All-You-Can-Play Centris Family Fun Zone: $5 each.

• Discounted Parking Passes: $4 each.

Recognitions: Pre-game parade on the field and a Girl Scout special commemorative fun patch (for those who have purchased $22 Premium package). The troop that purchases the most tickets will lead the crowd in the 7th inning stretch. The first troop to purchase 30 or more tickets will deliver the Girl Scout Promise on the field. Lastly, the Girl Scout who sells the most Girl Scout Cookies will earn a First Pitch opportunity.

GROUP OUTINGS AND PICNIC INFO

For any group outing inquiries or party area info, please contact Landon Caldwell via email or call 402.738.5112 (click the graphic below to enlarge).

Union Omaha Soccer

Come out to Werner Park for Girl Scout Night with Union Omaha! All Girl Scouts, friends, and families are welcome to come watch Union Omaha face Forward Madison FC at 7:00 p.m. Buy your tickets as a troop and enter for your chance to win a free tailgate, an autograph session with the players, be the honor guard for the game, and perform the Girl Scout Promise & Law on the Field. All Girl Scouts will receive a commemorative patch for attending!

GIRL SCOUT NIGHT

All girl scouts, families and friends have a chance to meet the players and enjoy a free tailgate before the game. The first troop who purchases tickets will be the honor guard for the game and the first troop who purchases 30+ tickets will perform the Girl Scout Promise & Law on the Field.

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Families

When: Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Recognitions: Girl Scout Night Fun Patch

Cost: $23 per person

Where: Werner Park, 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, NE 68046

Registration:

• Omaha Storm Chasers: register online

• Union Omaha Soccer: contact Landon Caldwell via email

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Refunds: There are NO refunds. In the event the game gets postponed and you cannot attend the makeup date, you may exchange your tickets for any other future game, excluding premium dates.

Questions: Please direct all questions to Landon Caldwell via email or call 402.738.5112.

Notes: The Omaha Storm Chasers offer a variety of special events throughout the season. Explore other opportunities online, such as group outings, birthday parties, memberships, and more!

Click here to visit the Omaha Storm Chasers website.

Click here to visit the Union Omaha Soccer website

That Pottery Place

Paint your own Pottery Studio! Whether it’s a field trip for fun or a workshop to fulfill or work towards badge requirements, That Pottery Place offers a variety of creative options.

CERAMIC PAINTING (PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY)

Paint your own pottery is a fun and easy way to create personalized treasures. We offer a selection of projects and provide all of the tools for the girls to design and paint a masterpiece. We will clear glaze and fire their food-safe pieces ready for pick-up in one week. Great for gift giving!

• Daisy Outdoor Art Maker: Draw an outdoor scene using the colors and scenes of nature. Bring your design to the studio and recreate on a tile, plate or mug.

• Brownie Painting badge: Sketch a design on paper. Bring your design to the studio and recreate on a tile or plate and paint.

• Junior Drawing badge: Draw your personal design on paper and bring to the studio. Sketch your design on a tile, plate or mug with pencil and paint using a variety of colors. Try shading and different techniques to complete your masterpiece.

Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors

Recognitions: Daisy Outdoor Art Maker, Brownie Painting badge, Junior Drawing badge or fun patches for painting any pottery item.

Capacity: Minimum 8 painters for special pricing

CLAY HAND BUILDING

Total muddy fun! There will be instruction in hand building with wet clay. The girls will hand build and paint their original piece of art in one session. Please allow 14 days to return for pick up.

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• Brownie Potter badge: Using wet clay make a simple pot, paint and glaze.

Who: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Recognitions: Brownie Potter badge or fun patch for Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Capacity: Minimum 8

MOSAIC WORKSHOP

In this no-grout mosaic workshop the girls will first paint their frame and then apply fun glass chips and gems in their own creative design. These colorful frames are taken home the same day.

Capacity: Minimum 8

GLASS FUSING

The girls will learn the basics in glass fusing. They will assemble a colorful pendant, sun catcher or magnet using bits of glass pieces in their own design. They will be ready for pick up in one week. Please note that girls must be 8 or older to participate.

Who: Juniors*, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Recognitions: fun patch

Capacity: Minimum 8

*Girls must be age 8 or older to participate.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT PARTIES JUST FOR FUN!

The girls will receive their choice of 1 or 2 Flat Ornaments to personalize. These make the perfect keepsake or gift for loved ones.

Who: Daisy, Brownie, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Cost: (Includes pottery, paint, glaze, and firing)

• 1 for $9.00 + tax = $9.63.

• 2 for $15.00 + tax =$16.05 (2 Ornament option are priced per person and cannot be shared.)

Recognitions: fun patch—Ceramics and Clay

Capacity: Minimum 8

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Recognitions: Depending on the workshop chosen, girls may complete steps toward the following badges:

• Daisy: Outdoor Art Maker

• Brownie: Potter or Painting

• Junior: Drawing

• All Levels: Make your own

When: Girl Scout workshops can be scheduled anytime during our regular studio hours, subject to availability. Workshops average 1 hr 15 min., depending on group size and project. Projects starting at $12 + tax. Please call 402.392.1166 to schedule.

*Tour of the kiln is available upon request.

Where: That Pottery Place, 7828 Dodge Street, Omaha

Registration: Call 402.392.1166 or email us to register. Reservations are required.

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Click here to visit That Pottery Place’s website and “Like” us on Facebook!

The Rose Theater

The Rose Theater offers a variety of professional productions and educational experiences that are designed to help Girl Scouts explore and express themselves through the art of theater.

NIGHT AT THE FARM: A BEDTIME PARTY

Join the night-time party on the farm! A young goat named Kid finally gets to attend his first bedtime party. From baking giant pies with Uncle Horse to having a dress up party with Sheep, experience all the musical fun alongside Kid. Based on the work of Omaha-connected miniature artists C+C Mini Factory with original music that will have you dancing in your seat, this world premier promises to bring out the young party animal in you! (Duration: 60 minutes)

Dates: Friday, January 19 – Sunday, February 4, 2024

BOB MARLEY’S THREE LITTLE BIRDS

Featuring such Bob Marley classics as “One Love” and “Jammin,” Three Little Birds transports you to a tropical paradise for this modern musical folktale. Ziggy is afraid to leave the house because of tropical storms, evil spirits, and a sneaky, hair-grabbing trickster, Duppy. But with the help of a few feathered friends, Ziggy will learn that “every little thing is gonna be alright!” (Duration: 60 minutes)

Dates: Friday, February 23 – Sunday, March 10, 2024

RED RIDING HOOD

Wolfgang, the world’s greatest actor, is getting ready to act out the tale of Red Riding Hood, playing all the roles himself of course. Except Wolfgang is interrupted by a delivery person who decides to join the fun. Two actors take on all the roles in this furiously fast, funny, and surprising adaptation that asks what it means to bravely write your own story. Like an unexpected package, when you open up a fairytale, you never know you’re going to find. (Duration: 60 minutes)

Dates: Friday, March 22 – Sunday, April 7, 2024

CHARLOTTE’S WEB

Wilbur the pig doesn’t appear to have a very bright future when Fern saves him. Surrounded by supportive barnyard friends on Zuckerman’s Farm—and befriended by a very gifted spider—Wilbur becomes Some Terrific, Radiant Pig! Revisit the timeless magic of a story that touched the hearts of generations of families with its universal themes of friendship and selflessness. (Duration: 60 minutes)

Dates: Friday, April 19 – Sunday, May 5, 2024

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious candy factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels, and incredible television technology, all the revealed by Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas. (Duration: 2 hours + Intermission)

Dates: Friday, June 7 – Sunday, June 23, 2024

INTRO TO ACTING WORKSHOP

This hands-on workshop teaches students the basic tools of acting: body, voice, and imagination. Students will also learn about the job of acting and will explore the main stage, rehearsal, and costume shop. (Duration: 1 hour)

Dates: Subject to availability

Cost: $6 per Girl Scout (minimum fee $120)

Where: The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68102

Registration: To make reservation, please contact Lindy Glenn, Education Administrator via email or call 402.502.4638.

Group rates available for group of 10 or more by calling the Box Office at 402.345.4849.

Chaperones: Follow Safety Activity Checkpoints.

Refunds: Call to inquire.

Questions: See registration.

Click here to visit the Rose Theater’s website.