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Local Lore
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| The 60-minute interactive presentation is a trip through St. Charles that covers the community’s history by exploring people, places, and events. |
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Especially for: Juniors
Leader Requirements:
- Each Scout and adult should wear a nametag with name written in dark marker.
- Please refer to your Scout manual for details of the remaining points needed to complete required work.
Word of Mouth
- Explores the stories of George Washington Richards and Alice Berg-Johnson as local lore of St. Charles.
It’s All on the Maps
- Large maps of St. Charles in 1955 and 2004 are the focus of discussion regarding the changes in St. Charles.
From Above
- Aerial views of St. Charles are displayed on the big screen providing a bird’s eye view.
Tour Your Community
- Examples of architecture from several different historical periods are introduced via the Library’s web site.
Take a Trip
- An overview of St. Charles from the beginning including home life, school days, transportation, disasters, churches, and community.
Taking it home
- Handout – Maps of St. Charles in 1955 and 2004.
Program modeled to cover
Local Lore badge listed on pages 50-51.
- Activity 1
- Activity 2
- Activity 3
- Activity 4
- Activity 7
from Junior Girl Scout Badgebook
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