What do we need? Sleepover essentials
Posted on December 6, 2012 by Little Brownie Bakers
What kind of event will you plan so girls can experience the first-ever National Girl Scout Cookie Sleepover? It’s sure to be one-of-a-kind! Even though each group’s needs are different, there are a few essentials.
When is the Sleepover?
The Sleepover will be posted on www.littlebrownie.com on Jan. 12, 2013, at 8 p.m. The time is the same, no matter which time zone you are in.
How long will it last?
Approximately 60 minutes, including two, 10-minute “cookie breaks.”
What should girls do BEFORE the show?
At another meeting or as part of the activities before the online show begins…
- Girls will enjoy using 3D glasses to view parts of the show, but it’s not required. They can make their own 3D glasses, or you can provide them with store-bought 3D glasses and decorating supplies.
It’s completely optional, but girls will love practicing the “Samoas Shout” song and dance so they’re ready for the show’s finale. They can use the Sleepover rehearsal video. It makes a fun activity before the show begins. Alternatively, they can practice at a meeting in advance or you can send girls the link electronically.
What will we need DURING the show?
- An Internet connection and a computer to view the online video. If you have a large group, you might want to use a projector.
- One complete Sleepover Goal Guide for each girl (four sheets each), pens and coloring supplies. You can also use plain paper, if you prefer.
- If you would like girls to interact with the show using Twitter or Facebook, allow them to bring their personal cell phones, laptops or tablets with parent/guardian permission.
What if we want to hold the Sleepover at a different time?
You may contact your council about gaining access to the video on DVD for viewing at a different time.
Those are the essentials. Want to kick up the fun even more? Keep an eye on the Volunteer Blog. More Sleepover ideas are on the way!
Don’t forget to register for the sleepover by clicking here!
Can you log in to the sleepover at 8pm for any time zone regardless of which time zone you are logging in from? For instance, if you are in the Central Time Zone, can you log in at 8pm Pacific?
The sleepover begins at 8:00 pm local time, regardless of the time zone you’re in. So if you’re on Pacific time, it will be 8:00 pm Pacific time.
Do we need the 3d glasses for the DVD? and if so, does the computer / projector need 3D capability?
3D glasses are not necessary to enjoy the event and it can easily be viewed without them.
Do we need to register for the sleepover if we will not be viewing the internet show? And can we receive the dvd prior to January 12th?
No, it’s not necessary. Each council was already sent one DVD, to the attention of the product sales manager. Please contact the product sales manager within your council to inquire as to the availability of your council’s DVD prior to January 12th.
How is it possible for the broadcast to start at 8 p.m. EVERYWHERE? If you start showing it at 8 p.m. Eastern time, won’t those of us in Mounting time be able to see it at 6 p.m.?
You mention a link. Is this link going to be posted on the website, or will it only be emailed to those that register?
The link to the sleepover will be posted to LittleBrownieBakers.com early enough on January 12 to accommodate any troops who need to meet in the afternoon or early evening instead of the official 8 pm viewing time. The sleepover will appear to be live, much like television shows such as “Dancing with the Stars.” However, to meet the needs of councils in different time zones with different time preferences, the event is pre-recorded.
I am planning a service unit sleepover, with about 80 girls I hope. Do I need to register the entire group? And if so how do I do this? I have already filled out the form for my troop.
Wow that’s terrific! No, it’s not necessary to register the entire group.
Can we order an official patch for the event? Do we order that through our council or national? I know they have all kinds of sleepover patches at our local council shop but I wanted to know if there will be a National Cookie Sleepover patch?
We do not have an official “National Cookie Sleepover” patch this year. Instead, Little Brownie produces a “Cookie Rally” patch each year that may be available through your council.
Where is the link to purchase the DVD or the kit, I cannot find it. Also I just received in my email from UPS that someone is shipping a package from this site but it’s to some one else address but I didn’t order anything, I am wondering why it was sent to me email. I don’t know who to talk to to find out what’s going on with that?
Please contact your local council to find if a copy of the DVD is available. Little Brownie is not selling or distributing the DVD copies. If your council does not have one available you can access the event via the Volunteer Blog link on January 12.
We are hosting a sleepover. Like others I am worried about the internet connection at our sleepover site. I have not had any success getting information about the availability of a DVD from my council yet.
If the link is posted early in the day, is it possible to download the program and then burn a DVD myself?
Please help! Thanks!
The event will be broadcasted through YouTube. You can try saving it on a USB drive.
I’ve already registered-I’d like to use three laptops so everyone is able to see….am I able to sign in on three laptops with one email address?
Yes, that shouldn’t be a problem. Looking forward to your participation!
I am hosting an evening pj party at my house. At what time will the broadcast be available via You Tube on January 12th? It will be much easier to display the broadcast via You Tube than it will through your website with our system. Thanks!
The promoted time for the event is 8 p.m. local time, no matter what part of the country you are in. That is the time it will go live online. If you are planning on have your event on January 12, prior to 8 pm, no worries! We will post on the Little Brownie Volunteer Blog, the link to the Sleepover event early enough on January 12 to accommodate any troops who need to meet in the afternoon or early evening instead of the official 8 pm viewing time.
Will it be available on You Tube earlier in the day? As opposed to just being on the Little Brownie Bakers website? Many homes entertainment systems are able to access You Tube much easier than many websites (via Blue-Ray players, game consoles, etc.). Far fewer homes can easily play the Internet on television screens. If you are not already planning on having it available on You Tube also earlier in the day, would you please look in to doing that also? Thanks!
The video will be hosted by YouTube and you’ll find the link posted on the Little Brownie website early on January 12.
Since our Cookie Rally was cancelled, I’m going to have my troop come over to my house in the afternoon to watch the movie and set goals. If we want to watch the movie at 2:00 Pacific Standard Time on Jan 12, do I just access it by going to http://www.littlebrowniebakers.com? And please confirm it will be viewable at that time.
Yes, all you need to do is visit LittleBrownieBakers.com. You’ll be able to access the event throughout the day on Saturday, January 12. Have a great time!
I have a Girl Scout Store in Paramus,New Jersey. Will the GS Store be selling the DVD?
No, Little Brownie is not selling or distributing the DVD. You can however access the event beginning January 12 and the link to the sleepover will continue to be available at LittleBrownieBakers.com.
I’m planning the Service Unit Cookie Rally & can’t wait to pick up our copy of the DVD this week. 153 girls have RSVP’d for our Friday night PJ’s & a Movie Cookie Rally. Very excited!
Great to hear! Looking forward to having you.
Is there a way for our troop to get a couple of boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to share at our Sleepover?
Is there a patch the girls will receive for participating in the Sleepover?
We can’t wait!
Looking forward to having you at the sleepover! Please reach out to your council to inquire about the availability of cookies. We do not have an official “National Cookie Sleepover” patch this year. Instead, Little Brownie produces a “Cookie Rally” patch each year that may be available through your council.
Is there a specific patch the girls can earn for participating in the Sleepover?
We are excited!
No, we do not have an official “National Cookie Sleepover” patch this year. Instead, Little Brownie produces a “Cookie Rally” patch each year that may be available through your council.
I want to make sure I am signed up. I have 7 girls participating in the sleepover. Everytime I click on the link it sends me to Survey Monkey. Is this correct?
Yes, we are using Survey Monkey to capture the registration information.
I think I already registered but cant remember. I tried to register and survey monkey asked me pages and pages of personal questions?
We’ll make sure you’re registered and if not, we’ll manually register you. Sorry for the issue with Survey Monkey.
We are having our sleepover closer to the start date of our sale, so we are still planning. I tried to access the link for the time/activity schedule but it says page not found. I would like to use this as a guide. Can you help please?
This is the link http://blog.littlebrowniebakers.com/2012/12/06/2-hours-4-hours-all-night/
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