December 1st: Hollywood Night!

This week we are ringing in December with a Hollywood style photo shoot! Girls are invited to get dolled up and wear a dress/fancy outfit as we will have a photo booth set up. 

Continuing on with our Exploring and Experimenting Keeper, the Sparks will be investigating the science behind photography and the movies through some fun and interactive games. They can safely wear a nice outfit/dress as none of our planned activities will be messy.

Reminders:
Dress up tonight, and don't forget your indoor shoes!
Last meeting before the holiday break will be December 15th.

November 24th: Exploring and Experimenting Keeper

For the next three weeks we will be learning about science, design, problem solving and the arts as the Sparks work on their Exploring and Experimenting Keeper.

Active Sparks are thirsty Sparks!
At least half of our Unit is making a trip to the bathroom in the first 15 minutes of our meeting! They are also drinking a lot as we're keeping them moving. You can see where I'm going with this...and we need your help: 

1. Send your Spark a small water bottle to reduce trips outside the meeting room to the fountain. 
2. Keep the bottle inside the meeting room where she has easy access to it.
3. Ask your Spark to use the bathroom before the start of the meeting.

This will help reduce disruptions and help us make the most of our (short) meeting time. 

Winter is coming...

• Inside shoes please! Slippery footwear poses a safety hazard in the room
• Leave outerwear outside the room;  bring Sparks bags (with water bottles) inside the room
• Our last meeting before the holiday break will be December 15th; our first meeting of the New Year will be January 5th

November 17th: Girls Count Challenge!

Tonight the girls will be introduced to financial literacy as they take on the "Girls Count" Challenge. A special guest from TD Bank will be teaching our Sparks about Canadian currency, and the girls will learn about the value of money and how much $5 can buy. Our guest will talk about her role in the bank and introduce finance as a career option for girls.

November 10th: Sparks Remember

Special Guest

Tonight we are honoured to have a special guest from the Canadian Military who will be speaking to the girls about the importance of teamwork and what it is to be prepared. The girls will learn why Sparks (and all levels of Guiding) wear their uniforms on Remembrance Day, and we'll do a fun team-building game and craft together.

Sparks can wear a poppy if they have one.

Sleepover House-keeping:

Our sincere thanks to everyone who participated in our Mom and Me Sleepover. We hope you all enjoyed this special time with your little Spark! 

Please let us know if your Spark is missing a pair of boots - 3 pairs were left behind, I'm attaching a photo to help track down the owners. 

Saturday, November 7th: Sleepover!

This Saturday, November 7th is our Mom and Me Sleepover. We'll be starting the evening's activities at 5:00 p.m. and we expect to wrap up by 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Full details, including location/address, itinerary and a list of what to bring were emailed to you on October 6th. 

Important Reminders:

• Mom/the accompanying female relative must bring with them their completed "Personal Health Information - Adult" (H.2) form (if not previously submitted)
• Foam mattresses preferred as there is no room for wide air mattresses 
• We bring the food, you bring a water bottle (each)
• We'll be doing an outdoor activity so please dress appropriately

November 3rd: Tour of the Ottawa Humane Society

This week's meeting will take place at the Ottawa Humane Society. Our Sparks will be given a tour of the facility as part of our "In My Community" keeper, and we hope to meet a new furry friend or two. 

Parents are responsible for getting their Spark to and from the Ottawa Humane Society. Keep in mind we must have your Spark's permission form (SG.2-OHS) on file in order for her to attend. Please bring it with you if you didn't drop it off last week.

Location: Ottawa Humane Society, 245 West Hunt Club Road
Tel: 613-725-3166
Tour starts: 6:15 p.m.
Tour ends: 7:15 p.m.
Cost: Free for your Spark, $3.00 each per additional person (parents, siblings*)
*You are welcome to either drop off your Spark or accompany us on the tour. Siblings in attendance must have an accompanying parent.

Please help us prepare the animals (and their caretakers) for our visit by confirming how many people from your family will attend. Kindly email this information to Ellen (Moonbeam) asap.

What to Bring and Wear:

• Girls to come in uniform, and bring indoor shoes
• SG.2-OHS Permission form - required in order for your Spark to attend