March 1st: Belated Valentine's Dance!

Who knows what Mother Nature has in store for us next, but this week we are moving forward with our (belated) Valentine's Dance! 

Dust off your dance shoes, come dressed in your best and get ready to dance dance dance with your Spark at our special Valentine's Dance Party! Sparks are invited to bring a parent, relative or loved one to join in the fun, and they can wear a fun outfit or party dress. Treats will be served.

Please bring inside shoes for everyone as boots must be left in the hall to keep our dance floor safe.

Still seeking volunteer leaders for the fall:
Are you interested in getting involved in Guiding as an adult volunteer? 3rd Riverside South Sparks is actively seeking unit leaders to ensure its programming can continue in September. 

If you would like to join us at an upcoming meeting to see what it's all about, please connect with one of us either in person (at the dance, maybe?) or via email. Please also extend this invitation/our contact information to any mums you know who may have girls wishing to join our unit in the fall.

Monday, Feb 22nd: Thinking Day

This week's meeting will be held on Monday night, so that we may participate in our district's World Thinking Day celebrations. World Thinking Day is a day of international friendship and is celebrated annually on February 22 by all Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. There will be no Tuesday meeting this week.

Location: St. Francis-Xavier High School (Gymnasium*), 3740 Spratt Road

Date: Monday, February 22nd

Time: 6:15 to 8:00 p.m. 

*Enter by the doors closest to the portables. Once inside, turn left and the gym will be on your right, about halfway down the hall.

If you wish to pick up your Spark early (7:30 p.m.), please advise us at drop off and we will ensure she is ready to go. 

What to Bring/Wear:

• 2 new or gently-used children's books: Sparks will get to choose one to take home, and the second book will be donated to a school in need
• Uniform, including badge sash and scarf
• Indoor shoes
• Water bottle

Note: The 4th Riverside South Guides will have some cookbooks for sale at this meeting (they typed out their favourite recipes and decorated the covers). Proceeds will go to the Friendship Fund. If anyone is interested, they are $3 each.

Thanks!

Ellen (Moonbeam)

POSTPONED: February 16th: Valentine's Dance!

Due to the weather system passing through today, we are postponing our Valentine's Dance until March 1st. There will be no Sparks meeting tonight (February 16). Safe travels, everyone!

Reminders:
Monday, February 22nd: Thinking Day Meeting, 6pm at St. Francis-Xavier High School
Tuesday, February 23rd: No Meeting!
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Dust off your dance shoes, come dressed in your best and get ready to dance dance dance with your Spark! Tonight we're having a special Valentine's Dance Party and our Sparks are invited to bring a parent, relative or loved one to join in the fun. Girls can wear a fun outfit or party dress, and refreshments will be served.

Please bring inside shoes for everyone as boots must be left in the hall to keep our dance floor safe!

Seeking Volunteer Leaders for the Fall:
Are you interested in getting involved in Guiding as an adult volunteer? 3rd Riverside South Sparks is actively seeking unit leaders to ensure its programming can continue in September. 

If you would like to join us at an upcoming meeting to see what it's all about, please connect with one of us either in person or via email. Please also extend this invitation/our contact information to any mums you know who may have girls wishing to join our unit in the fall.

February 9th: Birthdays Around the World

Tuesday, Feb 9th: 

It's time to celebrate! This week's forecast calls for lots of fun and games with a good chance of a birthday treat! Tonight the girls will learn how birthdays are celebrated around the world as we finish off our World Around Me keeper. They'll learn about birthday traditions in other countries and we'll find out what our Sparks like to do on their birthdays. 

Upcoming Calendar of Events:

Tuesday, Feb 16th:  Bring a Loved One Valentine's Dance!

Sparks are invited to bring a parent/grandparent/other loved one to join our meeting for a special Valentine's Dance! Invitation to follow.

Monday, Feb 22nd: Thinking Day Meeting

World Thinking Day is a day of international friendship and is celebrated annually on February 22 by all Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. Our special meeting will take place at St. Francis-Xavier High School, arrival time is 6:00 p.m, and this meeting will replace our Tuesday meeting. Details to follow.

Tuesday, Feb 23rd: No Meeting

Tuesday, Mar 1: Regular Meeting