COMMUNITY EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

APRIL 30th, 2010

MAY 1: JUSTINE MAGAZINE LUNCHEON
Jana Pettey from Justine Magazine invites you to a fun Justine Luncheon and Teen Fashion Show, featuring author Sarah Mlynowski. Gather up your girlfriends and join us for this festive event on Saturday, May 1 from noon 'til 2 at The Memphis Hilton.

Moms are welcome too . . . and you won't want to miss the great door prizes and swag!

Tickets are $22 per person and going fast so register today - CLICK HERE.

Seating is at tables of 10, so be sure to let us know who you want to be seated with.
We can't wait to see you!


JUNE 19: GIRLS' GOLF DAY
Come join the Mid-South Junior Golf Association/The First Tee of Memphis for Girls' Golf Day! Just for girls, food, fun, games and a introduction to the wonderful world of golf.

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Firestone Park, 900 Firestone Ave. Memphis, TN 38107
Cost: FREE!

CLICK HERE for event flyer and registration information.


JULY 2010: THE ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a month of critical thinking, engaging conversations, good fun, new friendships, and high-profile leadership.

Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 17 years old when membership begins July 2010 and live in the United States. Interested youth can visit empowerme2b.org for more information.

Annual Meeting Voting

Per Girl Scouts Heart of the South By-Laws, below are some reminders for the upcoming Annual Meeting.
- There must be 200 voting members to achieve a quorum.
- You must be present to vote.
- See Article VII, Section 5 of the Council By-Laws in regard to nominations from the floor.
- Robert's Rules of Order (Newly Revised 10th ed.) apply.

Please review the following Slate of 2010-2012 Board of Directors.
Member At Large: Bridget Pieschel
Director of Southern Women’s Institute
Mississippi University for Women
Member At Large: Corey Currie
Community Employment Supervisor
Madison Haywood Developmental Services
Member At Large: Debbie Wiley
Medical Technologist, OB/GYN Associates
1st Vice Chair: Kay WIles
General Dentist, Affordable Dentures
Member At Large: Nancy Cochran
Consultant
Burleigh Consulting Group
W TN CAB Chair: Pamela Evans
Physician
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Member At Large: Rosemarie Fair
Owner, One Source Commercial, Inc.
2nd Vice Chair: Stephen Gard
Refuge Manager, US Fish & Wildlife Service
Secretary: Shelia Lewis
Owner
Paint & Pen
Member At Large: Trina George
U S House Of Representatives-Congressman Bennie Thompson


Please review the following Slate of 2010-2012 Board Development Committee.
Anne Cross
Retired Educator
Clarice Hunt
Community Volunteer
Gail Akins
Deputy City Clerk, City of West Point
Kim Cherry
Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications,
First Horizon National Corp,.
Leonie Hefley
Vice President, Commercial Bank & Trust
Naomi Dyson
Owner, Mustard Seed & Company
Shelia Lewis
Owner, Paint & Pen

THANK YOU for your dedication and work for Girl Scouts Heart of the South!

Continuing Board of Directors
James Ball - At Large
Claire Barnett - GMA CAB Chair
Judy Brown - NE MS CAB Chair
Corey Currie - At Large
Stephen Gard - 2nd Vice Chair
Trina George - NW MS CAB Chair
Marilyn Hansell - At Large
Marilyn Hefley - Treasurer
Norris Howell - At Large
Grace Hutchinson - Board Chair
Bill Rayburn - At Large
Maxine Stewart - At Large
David Vance - At Large
Kay Wiles - 1st Vice Chair
Debbie Wiley - At Large

Terms Ending - Board of Directors
Suzanne Bean - At Large
Lesa Halfacre - At Large
Sherry Whitten - Secretary
Sharon Younger - NE MS CAB Chair

Continuing Board Development Committee
Naomi Dyson
Marilyn Hansell
Leonie Hefley
Gail Akins
Tammy Boyd

Terms Ending - Board Development Committee
Shelia Lewis
Lesa Halfacre

Girl Scouts es Para Todos!

Courtesy of GSUSA Blog
April 29, 2010

In order to reach all girls, one of our main goals at Girl Scouts of the USA is to bring Girl Scouting to new audiences, and lately, we have been reaching out to the Hispanic population. By getting our message out in Spanish, we hope to open doors to more girls, volunteers, donors and community partners who ordinarily might not know what Girl Scouting is all about. At the forefront of these efforts is Amelia De Dios Romero - De Dios Romero is GSUSA’s Marketing Senior Brand Manager, and is the recent recipient of leading Spanish-language newspaper El Diario La Prensa's Women of Distinction Award. She won the prestigious award for her commitment in helping deliver the Girl Scouts Leadership Experience to Hispanic girls and women throughout the country. Past honorees of La Prensa awards included New York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortez-Vazquez; former U.S. Surgeon General Antonia Novello; and Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the US Sonia Sotomayor. Pretty impressive company to be in! Congratulations to Amelia De Dios Romero...

In other Hispanic Initiative news, on Saturday, April 24, Girl Scouts were featured on the Sabado Gigante show, transmitted through Univision. The highly recognized host of “Sabado Gigante,” Don Francisco not only gave a shout out to Girl Scouts, he spoke about our mission. Girl Scout volunteers and girls from our Tropical and Southeast Florida councils also participated in the show as part of the audience. Fun! During the month of May, Sabado Gigante will feature a segment on Citrus Council’s “Robo Chicas Las Latinas” to showcase their many successes in robotic competitions as part of our STEM program. Also, Univision is currently running our online banners on their Web sites - this is just the start of many great things to come from our collaboration with Univision.

Weekend Camp Events Postponed!

Due to potentially severe weather the following camp events this weekend have been postponed:

• Camp Like A Girl at Camp Tik-A-Witha - new date, May 14-16
• Mom-n-Me at Kamp Kiwani - new date, May 21-23
• Kamp Kiwani Open House - new date, May 16

Please make plans to join us on the news dates.

Take Action!

Take action! Girl Scouts in Holmes County, MS are in need of basic necessities after losing everything in Saturday's tornado. Take a look at the list and bring donated items to your local Service Center or give to your Membership Manager.

CLOTHING
- Shirts - small, medium, and large, especially purple school uniform shirts
- Pants - 9/10, 14/16, 16/18; and one girl wears 32/34 (boys), also khaki school uniform pants.
- Shoes - 7, 7 1/2, and 8
- Underwear - Small, medium, and large... See More
- Belts - Small, medium, and large (black and brown)

SCHOOL SUPPLIES
- Bookbags
- Paper
- Pencils
- Pens

HYGIENE PRODUCTS
- Soap
- Lotion
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Deodorant
- Sanitary Pads

Anything else that can be donated to comfort the girls at this time would be greatly appreciated. If you have questions, please contact Membership Manager Brenda Powell - 662.226.0255/brenda.powell@girlscoutshs.org

GSUSA Weekend Run-Down

Today's Weekend Run-Down features stories ranging from Gold Awards to redecorated bedrooms:

In Tennessee, The Maryville Daily Times reports on two sets of sisters that were recently recognized by Girl Scouts for their service projects.

The Macon Telegraph, GA, has an awesome and inspiring story about a group of Girl Scouts who helped a peer - who is home bound by a chronic disease - redecorate her bedroom.

In Nebraska, The York News-Times reports that Girl Scouts learned about life on a farm! From making ice-cream to operating tractors - this sounds like a fun time.

Here is a run-down of five Oklahoma Girl Scouts who recently earned The Girl Scout Gold Award.

Last but not least - Definitely swing by CentralJersey.com and read a fantastic article on elementary Girl Scout students raising money for the relief efforts in Haiti.

Justine Magazine Fashion Show - Models Needed

Join Justine Magazine as we welcome author Sarah Mlynowski (author of Gimme a Call and the hugely popular Magic in Manhattan series) to Memphis!

Meet her at Davis Kidd on Saturday, May 1st at 4 pm.

She will be talking about her novels and her writing experiences and tips for young writers.
Justine is also featuring the latest fashions for spring/summer in a fashion show sponsored by Sachi.

AND . . . Justine is wanting 5 lucky Girl Scouts to be the models for the event!

If you are interested in submitting your info to be a model, email the following info to jana@justinemagazine.com by Monday, April 26th at 5 pm:
Name:
Age:
Grade:
School:
Troop:
Size jeans:
Size shoe:
Size dress/top:
Height:

Justine will randomly select 5 girls to be the models in the show. The winners will be announced on Tuesday via email.

Each winner will need to be available to fit her clothes to model at Sachi in Laurelwood (Perkins/Poplar area) on Thursday, April 29th between 3:30 and 5. Then she will need to be available from 3 – 5 on Saturday for the event.

There is no charge for this and everyone is welcome at the Davis Kidd event for Sarah at 4 pm on Saturday.

Annual Meeting Postponed

Today's Annual Meeting has been postponed due to inclement weather. A new date will be announced as soon as possible.

Please share this information with volunteers and Girl Scouts who you know were planning on attending.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

APRIL 23rd, 2010

APRIL 24: WILDLIFE WEEKEND AND JUNIOR RANGER DAY AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Enjoy the beautiful weather and come out to the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center for this FREE family event in recognition of National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day! The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will be on site to perform living history demonstrations, which often include corn shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, quill pen demonstrations and a longhunter's program involving early medicines. Leatherworking and mountain dulcimers demonstrations will also be available throughout the day.

CLICK HERE for event flyer & more information!

APRIL 29: DRIVE-IN MOVIE - TUPELO, MS
This Drive-In Movie will kick off the 2010 Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise. A family-friendly movie will be shown. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Special parking for classic cars on the east side of the building. All other automobiles may park on the north and south sides of the building.

When: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Tupelo Automobile Museum parking lot
Price: Free.
Questions? 662-842-4242 / www.tupeloauto.com / chale@tupeloauto.com

MAY 1: JUSTINE MAGAZINE LUNCHEON
Jana Pettey from Justine Magazine invites you to a fun Justine Luncheon and Teen Fashion Show, featuring author Sarah Mlynowski. Gather up your girlfriends and join us for this festive event on Saturday, May 1 from noon 'til 2 at The Memphis Hilton.

Moms are welcome too . . . and you won't want to miss the great door prizes and swag!

Tickets are $22 per person and going fast so register today - CLICK HERE.

Seating is at tables of 10, so be sure to let us know who you want to be seated with.
We can't wait to see you!


JUNE 19: GIRLS' GOLF DAY
Come join the Mid-South Junior Golf Association/The First Tee of Memphis for Girls' Golf Day! Just for girls, food, fun, games and a introduction to the wonderful world of golf.

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Firestone Park, 900 Firestone Ave. Memphis, TN 38107
Cost: FREE!

CLICK HERE for event flyer and registration information.


JULY 2010: THE ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a month of critical thinking, engaging conversations, good fun, new friendships, and high-profile leadership.

Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 17 years old when membership begins July 2010 and live in the United States. Interested youth can visit empowerme2b.org for more information.

Not My Kid! Parents May Not Recognize Bullies

Parents may not recognize bullies
Many fail to see aggressive behavior in their own children
By Leanne Italie
Associated Press Writer
updated 8:29 a.m. CT, Tues., April 13, 2010

Some common misconceptions may lull the parents of bullies into failing to recognize warning signs.

Bullies are often star athletes or popular girls considered charismatic leaders by peers and adults, experts say. What's often missed or passed over as minor is a consistent pattern of control and aggression against other kids — behavior that socially savvy bullies can sometimes slide under the radar of grown-ups.

"It's not what we typically think of. It's not always the kid who's pushing kids down on the playground," says Rosalind Wiseman, who wrote "Queen Bees and Wannabes," the basis for the movie "Mean Girls."

Continue reading HERE.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

APRIL 16th, 2010

APRIL 17: PICNIC IN THE PARK - PRENTISS COUNTY
The Prentiss County Division of Human Services, Family and Children’s Services, would like to invite you to be a part of our Prentiss County “Picnic in the Park”.

This event will be held at Booneville’s City Park on April 17th, 2010, between the hours of 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. We have reserved Kid’s Town, the Big Pavilion, the Community Center and Basketball court. We will have food, games, activities and entertainment. There will be several quest speakers, positive role models, and fun for all. When our picnic is over we will be releasing helium filled balloons in the air as a reminder to ourselves and our community, that each and every one of us can make a difference in the life of a child.

Organizers are in need of volunteers to set up booths, do activities and crafts projects. If you, or your troop are interested please contact Kimberly Holley at 662.728.8009.

APRIL 17: TIPTON COUNTY EARTH FEST
Keep Tipton County Beautiful presents Earth Fest with a special session on "How to Hypertufa!!", taught by the Master Gardeners of Tipton County, plus free information on the environment, recycling and easy ways to “Go Green” ! There will be food, giveaways, arts & crafts, plus bird feeders & more!

Earth Fest is 1-4 p.m. at the Tipton County Museum Veterans Memorial & Nature Center located at 751 Bert Johnston Avenue, Covington, TN 38019


APRIL 18: WILDFLOWER WALK AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Join a Park Ranger on Sunday, April 18, 2010, at 2:00 pm at the Chickasaw Village Site (milepost 261.8 on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a Wildflower Walk. This one hour program will take participants through both prairie and forest ecosystems, and will include wildflower identification and ecology. Visitors are encouraged to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, and wear comfortable walking shoes.

This program is free to the public. For more information about this and other Parkway programs, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/natr, or call 1-800-305-7417.


APRIL 24: WILDLIFE WEEKEND AND JUNIOR RANGER DAY AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Enjoy the beautiful weather and come out to the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center for this FREE family event in recognition of National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day! The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will be on site to perform living history demonstrations, which often include corn shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, quill pen demonstrations and a longhunter's program involving early medicines. Leatherworking and mountain dulcimers demonstrations will also be available throughout the day.

CLICK HERE for event flyer & more information!

APRIL 29: DRIVE-IN MOVIE - TUPELO, MS
This Drive-In Movie will kick off the 2010 Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise. A family-friendly movie will be shown. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Special parking for classic cars on the east side of the building. All other automobiles may park on the north and south sides of the building.

When: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Tupelo Automobile Museum parking lot
Price: Free.
Questions? 662-842-4242 / www.tupeloauto.com / chale@tupeloauto.com


JULY 2010: THE ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a month of critical thinking, engaging conversations, good fun, new friendships, and high-profile leadership.

Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 17 years old when membership begins July 2010 and live in the United States. Interested youth can visit empowerme2b.org for more information.

"GROWING UP A GIRL" PARENTS' SYMPOSIUM

If you have a young girl in your life you need to attend the "Growing Up A Girl" Parents' Symposium! Gain expert insight on the tough issues facing your girls and receive hands-on tools for parenting girls during the tough adolescent/teenage years and participate in breakout sessions.

Break Out Sessions Include:
· Cyber Bullying
· "Sexting"
· Body Image & the Media
· Eating Disorders
· Divorce & a Girl's Self Esteem
· Girl Substance Abuse
· Dating & Relationships
· Relational Aggression

Featured Panel of Experts:

• Deborah Clubb, Executive Director of Memphis Regional Women's Council
• Barry Cooper, M.S., Director of Prevention and Education at Jackson Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (JACOA)
• Vivian Grooms, M.S., Assistant Professor of Psychology at Jackson State Community College
• Nadine McNeal, M.S.S.W., Social Work Program Faculty at Freed Hardeman University
• Dr. Theresa Okwumabua, Ph.D., Coordinator of Outreach for the Department of Psychology University of Memphis
• Dr. Pepper Pratt, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist,Founder of Lifeworks Resource Center and Professor of Psychology at Union University
• Dr. Lynda Sagrestano, Ph.D., Director of Center for Research on Women (CROW) at University of Memphis
• Nicole Scott, L.C.S.W, Director of Counseling-Freed Hardeman University

A great learning opportunity, plus this program has been approved for yearly re-certification hours for parents who are Tennessee certified foster parents and social workers!

Transportation from Memphis is available! A council van will depart from the Memphis Regional Service Center at 10:45 a.m. and return after the symposium. (Save green & be green - transportation is FREE!)

When: May 1 from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Union University, Jackson, TN - Hyran Barefoot Student Union Harvey Auditorium
Cost: $3 for registered Girl Scout adults / $5 for general public
RSVP: Natalie Wilson, 731.668.1122 / natalie.wilson@girlscoutshs.org

Big Weekend for GSHS!

Spring is here and the weather is beautiful! Join fellow Girl Scouts and make plans to attend one of these great outdoor events.

APRIL 17: SHELBY FARMS COMMUNITY GARDEN
MEMPHIS, TN @ SHELBY FARMS
Girl Scouts Heart of the South is partnering with radio personalities Drake & Zeke from WXMX 98.1 "The Max" and Shelby Farms Park Conservancy for the 2010 Field of Greens-an organic community garden at Shelby Farms Park.

The Field of Greens Opening Celebration is next Saturday from 9am-11am at the Shelby Farms Park Ops Center (6489 Mullins Station Road). Girl Scouts will be planting the crops that we will grow and cultivate over the summer. The cameras will be there and this is a great opportunity for us to show the public what we do best... TAKE ACTION!

Make sure you and your girls make plans to attend and wear your Girl Scout gear! Girls can come with troops or their families (and bring friends!). No need to rsvp for this event and best of all, it's FREE.

After the Opening Celebration, troops, groups and/or families will have the opportunity to visit and take care of the garden over the summer. If you have questions or to plan a troop, group or family visit to the garden, simply RSVP to the Memphis regional service center, 901.767.1440 (800.727.8104) and let us know when you would like to come out.

CLICK HERE for more information.

APRIL 17: WEST TENNESSEE EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
JACKSON, TN @ PRINGLES PARK
Join Girl Scouts for over 20 "green" exhibits from local businesses, recycling centers, park rangers, biologists and community partners to learn how together we can protect Mother Earth! Girls can work on Earth friendly patches, earn the "Rocks Rock" patch and receive an "Earth Day Participation" patch, plus learn about "Linking Girls to the Land"!

Girl Scouts and their families get a special rate at the Diamond Jaxx game as they take on the Mississippi Braves.

CLICK HERE for more information and the event flyer.

SUNDAY, APRIL 18 - NATURE ROCKS & CAMP TIK-A-WITHA OPEN HOUSE
HOUSTON, MS
The weather is warming up and it will be time for Summer Camp before you know it. Come check out Camp Tik-A-Witha, meet our camp staff, and learn about all the fun activities we have planned just for you. Parents, we will answer all those questions and girls you can decide what session you want to attend. Don’t wait too long sessions fill up fast. See you there!

Where: Camp Tik-A-Witha, 365 County Rd. 117, Van Vleet, MS 38877
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Cost: $0
Min/Max: 0/0
Registration: None
Questions? Myra Collins, 800.624.4185 / myra.collins@girlscoutshs.org

COMMUNITY EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

APRIL 9th, 2010

APRIL 9,10 & 11: RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey ® Presents ILLUSCINATIONSM,
a fantasy filled world where thrills, wonderment and magic intersect with unparalleled powers of imagination.

Young thrillusionist, David DaVinci, invites audiences to join him in this awe-mazing, mysti-flying adventure as he bridges the believable world in which we all live and the seemingly impossible one of the circus.

United Way has generously offered us 100 $5 Courtesy Passes for the Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11 matinees. CLICK HERE for complete details.

CLICK HERE for a special Girl Scout $12 ticket offer for the April 9th performance.


APRIL 17: PICNIC IN THE PARK
The Prentiss County Division of Human Services, Family and Children’s Services, would like to invite you to be a part of our Prentiss County “Picnic in the Park”.

This event will be held at Booneville’s City Park on April 17th, 2010, between the hours of 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. We have reserved Kid’s Town, the Big Pavilion, the Community Center and Basketball court. We will have food, games, activities and entertainment. There will be several quest speakers, positive role models, and fun for all. When our picnic is over we will be releasing helium filled balloons in the air as a reminder to ourselves and our community, that each and every one of us can make a difference in the life of a child.

Organizers are in need of volunteers to set up booths, do activities and crafts projects. If you, or your troop are interested please contact Kimberly Holley at 662.728.8009.

APRIL 17: TIPTON COUNTY EARTH FEST
Keep Tipton County Beautiful presents Earth Fest with a special session on "How to Hypertufa!!", taught by the Master Gardeners of Tipton County, plus free information on the environment, recycling and easy ways to “Go Green” ! There will be food, giveaways, arts & crafts, plus bird feeders & more!

Earth Fest is 1-4 p.m. at the Tipton County Museum Veterans Memorial & Nature Center located at 751 Bert Johnston Avenue, Covington, TN 38019


APRIL 18: WILDFLOWER WALK AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Join a Park Ranger on Sunday, April 18, 2010, at 2:00 pm at the Chickasaw Village Site (milepost 261.8 on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a Wildflower Walk. This one hour program will take participants through both prairie and forest ecosystems, and will include wildflower identification and ecology. Visitors are encouraged to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, and wear comfortable walking shoes.

This program is free to the public. For more information about this and other Parkway programs, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/natr, or call 1-800-305-7417.


APRIL 24: WILDLIFE WEEKEND AND JUNIOR RANGER DAY AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Enjoy the beautiful weather and come out to the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center for this FREE family event in recognition of National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day! The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will be on site to perform living history demonstrations, which often include corn shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, quill pen demonstrations and a longhunter's program involving early medicines. Leatherworking and mountain dulcimers demonstrations will also be available throughout the day.

CLICK HERE for event flyer & more information!


JULY 2010: THE ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a month of critical thinking, engaging conversations, good fun, new friendships, and high-profile leadership.

Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 17 years old when membership begins July 2010 and live in the United States. Interested youth can visit empowerme2b.org for more information.

The Memphis Medical Society Endorses Girl Scouts

In our current world, our children find themselves with iPods, cell phones, computer games, easy transportation and an abundance of food. With all of the high tech, rich and plentiful food, and lack of exercise, the children in the United States frequently find themselves in front of video screens and out of shape. As obesity in youth becomes an epidemic, these children are at greater risk of diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and orthopedic injuries. The programs of the Boy Scouts of America and the Girl Scout of the USA strive to get our children off the couch or away from a video monitor; into the world we live in and into nature, while having a good time. The boys and girls learn some of the skills needed to be successful in life. They incorporate the moral values of these programs into their lives to become more successful and patriotic citizens.


We, the Board of Directors of The Memphis Medical Society feel that both the Boy Scouts of America and the Girl Scouts of the USA benefit our children with the programs they provide for living a healthy lifestyle, as well as the life skills and the values they instill. We would recommend participation in these organizations for all children.

Read more about their endorsement in The Memphis Medical Society Quarterly magazine.

GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF THE SOUTH SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Girl Scouts Heart of the South is offering two scholarship opportunities. Click the links for the application and eligibility information.

Girl Scouts Heart of the South Gold Award Scholarship

Girl Scouts Heart of the South West Tennessee Scholarship

Deadline for both scholarships has been extended to Friday, April 9.

For downloadable versions of these applications and a list of colleges and universities that offer scholarships to Gold Award recipients go to www.girlscoutshs.org, click on the Forms tab, and go to Girl Award Forms. In addition, Union University, Dyersburg State, and Lane College offer scholarship opportunities for Gold Award recipients, but are not in that list.

For special national scholarships for Girl Scouts visit the STUDIO 2B website at www.studio2b.org.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

APRIL 2ND, 2010

APRIL 9,10 & 11: RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey ® Presents ILLUSCINATIONSM,
a fantasy filled world where thrills, wonderment and magic intersect with unparalleled powers of imagination.

Young thrillusionist, David DaVinci, invites audiences to join him in this awe-mazing, mysti-flying adventure as he bridges the believable world in which we all live and the seemingly impossible one of the circus.

United Way has generously offered us 100 $5 Courtesy Passes for the Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11 matinees. CLICK HERE for complete details.

CLICK HERE for a special Girl Scout $12 ticket offer for the April 9th performance.


APRIL 17: PICNIC IN THE PARK
The Prentiss County Division of Human Services, Family and Children’s Services, would like to invite you to be a part of our Prentiss County “Picnic in the Park”.

This event will be held at Booneville’s City Park on April 17th, 2010, between the hours of 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. We have reserved Kid’s Town, the Big Pavilion, the Community Center and Basketball court. We will have food, games, activities and entertainment. There will be several quest speakers, positive role models, and fun for all. When our picnic is over we will be releasing helium filled balloons in the air as a reminder to ourselves and our community, that each and every one of us can make a difference in the life of a child.

Organizers are in need of volunteers to set up booths, do activities and crafts projects. If you, or your troop are interested please contact Kimberly Holley at 662.728.8009.

APRIL 17: TIPTON COUNTY EARTH FEST
Keep Tipton County Beautiful presents Earth Fest with a special session on "How to Hypertufa!!", taught by the Master Gardeners of Tipton County, plus free information on the environment, recycling and easy ways to “Go Green” ! There will be food, giveaways, arts & crafts, plus bird feeders & more!

Earth Fest is 1-4 p.m. at the Tipton County Museum Veterans Memorial & Nature Center located at 751 Bert Johnston Avenue, Covington, TN 38019


APRIL 18: WILDFLOWER WALK AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Join a Park Ranger on Sunday, April 18, 2010, at 2:00 pm at the Chickasaw Village Site (milepost 261.8 on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi) for a Wildflower Walk. This one hour program will take participants through both prairie and forest ecosystems, and will include wildflower identification and ecology. Visitors are encouraged to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, and wear comfortable walking shoes.

This program is free to the public. For more information about this and other Parkway programs, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/natr, or call 1-800-305-7417.


APRIL 24: WILDLIFE WEEKEND AND JUNIOR RANGER DAY AT THE NATCHEZ TRACE
Enjoy the beautiful weather and come out to the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center for this FREE family event in recognition of National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day! The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will be on site to perform living history demonstrations, which often include corn shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, quill pen demonstrations and a longhunter's program involving early medicines. Leatherworking and mountain dulcimers demonstrations will also be available throughout the day.

CLICK HERE for event flyer & more information!

JUNE 23: LUNCHEON WITH WOMEN HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
On Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010, Memphis Public Library and information Center will host a luncheon at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library to connect women health professionals with young women who are: in grades 8 through 12, are good students and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in health sciences.

At the luncheon, participants can look forward to communicating with professionals who will share the rewards and challenges of their career and what students should do to prepare for post college studies. They also will share the qualities that make a competent and compassionate healthcare professional and answer questions the young women pose to them. In addition, a complimentary boxed lunch will be served and the participants will be invited to tour Changing the Face of Medicine: Celebrating America's Women Physicians, a special exhibit at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library June 1 - July 10.

To recommend a young women and request an application for her to attend the luncheon, email marshallj@memphislibrary.org. Please put "Mentoring Luncheon Recommendation" in the subject line and include your connection to the young women and your contact information. Participants will be selected from among the submitted applications. The nomination deadline is April 1, 2010.


JULY 2010: THE ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a month of critical thinking, engaging conversations, good fun, new friendships, and high-profile leadership.

Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 17 years old when membership begins July 2010 and live in the United States. Interested youth can visit empowerme2b.org for more information.

Now available - training by request!

If your service unit or group has a specific training need, submit an Adult Learning Opportunity Request form to your local service center to let us know. A few things to keep in mind:

• There is a 10-person minimum for requests. If you are having trouble meeting this minimum, don’t forget to check with your membership manager or neighboring service units to see if there is a similar need.

• The ability to fulfill the request depends on the availability of a facilitator

• Requests must be received at least 6 weeks in advance of the training need.
  

Submit the Adult Learning Opportunity Request Form to set up a convenient date and time that works with your hectic schedule!

Questions? Contact Raleigh Walker at raleigh.walker@girlscoutshs.org.