Oct 09 2012
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Confidence, Events, Faith

Reviving the Sunnah of Archery: Saturday, 13 October in Adelphi, MD

PGMA Girl Scout Troop 3480 Juniors, Cadettes and Seniors are invited to participate in an archery class with instruction provided by the Maryland Parks & Plannning / Park Ranger program. The girls will learn the sunnah and etiquette of archery from Sr. Yasmine, as well as basic skills of using a bow and arrow, including concentration, patience, coordination and safety awareness from the Park Rangers.

When: Saturday, 13 October 2012 at 1:30 – 3:30PM
Where: Adelphi Manor Recreation Center, 8001 West Park Drive, Adelphi, MD 20783
Note: The entrance for the Adelphi Manor Archery Range is just around the corner from the above address on University Boulevard (193 E) between West Park Drive and Temple Street, just west of University of Maryland University College (UMUC). Use this address for your GPS: 2928 University Blvd E, Adelphi, MD 20783
Who: Troop 3480 Juniors, Cadettes & Seniors
Cost: Free

All participating girls must be registered, current in dues, turn in a completed permission form, and wearing their Girl Scout vest and/or pin. Download the permission form.

For additional information contact Junior Troop Leader Sr. Yasmine.

The Prophet (peace be on him) once passed by a group of his Companions who were competing in archery. He encouraged them, saying, “Shoot, and I am with you”. (Reported by al-Bukhari.) The Prophet (peace be on him) said, “Practice archery; that is good for you.” (Reported by al-Bazzar and by al-Tabarani on good authority.) Read more: http://productivemuslim.com/21-productivemuslim-hobbies-part-4/#ixzz28YbuxChR

Before you go, check out this video relating the history of archery in the Ottoman Empire and among the Sahaba:

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Oct 03 2012
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Character, Events, Girls Scouts, Parents

Troop Meeting and Bridging Ceremony This Friday, October 5th!

As Salaam Alaikum Parents and Girls!

MOVING ON TO NEW ADVENTURES

InshaAllah, Troop 3480 will have its first Bridging Ceremony this Friday, October 5th!

What is Bridging?

Bridging is an important transition in a Girl Scout’s life. It’s a defining moment when a girl becomes aware of her achievements and is ready for new adventures and responsibilities. Celebrating this change should be fun, personalized, and memorable for everyone involved. And most of all, it should be designed by the girls in true partnership with adults. This year’s Bridging Ceremony was planned by Troop 3480’s Juniors. The Juniors will be welcoming the most transitioning girls into their level with the Bridging of 7 Brownies!

All girls from all levels will participate on Friday, however the following girls will be acknowledged during the ceremony for moving to another level:


Brownies to Juniors:
Amirah A.
Amirah M.
Asiya K.
Kadijah B.
Kalilah K.
Sanaa M.
Sumaiyah Y.
Zahrah H.

Juniors to Cadettes:
Buthaina M.
Zahrah D.

Cadettes to Seniors:
Amirah H.
Maryam I.

LAST CALL FOR TROOP!
If you still have not registered…This Friday, October 5th, is the last day to register for Troop 3480. If you have not already registered your daughter for troop you must attend this Friday’s meeting.

A FEW IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Magrib is now coming earlier. Iqamah will be at 7:00pm at PGMA, which means we MUST start the Girl Scout meeting on time at 6:00pm. You may arrive as early as 5:45pm, however girls arriving after 6:20pm will not be permitted to participate in the meeting.
  • DUES: If you haven’t paid your first $25 dues installment per girl, you MUST bring it to this Friday’s meeting. October 5th is the due date. The final $20 dues installment will be due the first meeting in January.
  • MEETINGS: Troop 3480 meets every other Friday from 6:00-7:30pm.

JazakumAllah Khair and we hope to see you this Friday, October 5!


GirlScoutTroop3480[at]gmail[dot]com

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Sep 21 2012
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Events, Parents, Volunteers

Are You Registered For Troop?

Troop 3480’s next meeting is Friday, 21 September, 6 -7PM at PGMA. If you have NOT registered your daughter for the 2012-2013 Girl Scout season, you do not want to miss this meeting. All girls must be registered to participate in Girl Scouts. There is a 20-minute grace period for meetings. Please arrive on time.

Missed Last Friday’s Parent Information Meeting? All parents who did not attend the information meeting last Friday must meet with a Troop 3480 representative prior to signing their daughter(s) up for troop. Representatives will be on hand beginning at 5:45PM to assist you.

WHY GIRL SCOUTS?

3 Keys to LeadershipThis is a great place for girls to develop skills, talents and friendships that will last a lifetime! The Girl Scout Leadership Experience is designed to challenge and prepare girls for their future. Girl Scouting gives girls three keys to leadership: Discover, Connect, Take Action. Girls learn about leadership, as they discover new talents, skills, and strengths, connect with others, and take action in their communities. They make friends and memories that will last throughout their lives.

PARENTS, JOIN THE FUN!

Adults who volunteer with Girl Scouts are committed to helping every girl discover their unique talents and abilities in a safe and nurturing environment. Learn more about how both you and your daughter can be part of Girl Scouts. Parents and other caring adult volunteers can contribute in a variety of ways, such as helping girls organize service projects, teaching girls about your interests and hobbies, chaperoning trips and camp-outs and much more. Training and support is free and easy to get involved in. Girls whose parents are actively involved in their daughter’s Girl Scout experience are more likely to earn leadership awards and to attend regional and national Girl Scout opportunities –- simply because they are better informed! Here are some ways you can get involved:

Become a Troop Leader: Troop 3480 is still looking for Brownie and Junior troop leaders. Troop leaders help plan the meetings & activities and work with the girls on achieving their goals.

Volunteer as a Troop Parent: We need 1-2 parents per level to become registered volunteers with GSNC. These parents will not be responsible for planning the meetings, but will assist troop leaders during the meeting and field trips. Troop Parents may be asked to make phone calls or help with administrative tasks or arts & crafts during meetings.

Step Forward and Be a Snack Parent: We are still looking for a parent to be responsible for organizing snacks for all of the levels.

Lend a Hand When You Can: Parents are always welcome to pitch in. If you want to help organize a field trip or have a skill to contribute please inform one of the troop leaders.

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