Programs and Activities

Welcome to the Girl Scout DreamLab

Welcome to the Girl Scout DreamLab—a place where Girl Scouts and others can connect in the community. A place to build confidence and shape passions and dreams. A hub for sisterhood.

Located at 300 Forest Ave. in Paramus, New Jersey, the Girl Scout DreamLab is where you can explore using advanced STEM tools, code a robot, record a podcast, lead a troop meeting, or just spend time together. Every space is designed to support growth, creativity, and connection.

Create. Explore. Build confidence. Have fun!

November Activities & Family Fun

December Activities & Family Fun

Special Offers for Girl Scout Troops

Birthday Parties & Celebrations

School Field Trips for Students in Grades K-12

Join Girl Scouts now and experience the DreamLab for FREE! Learn more.

What parents are saying about the DreamLab...

"We had the absolute BEST time at the DreamLab! The staff was so welcoming and kind, and it has been such a wonderful introduction to Daisies for my daughter."

"We were absolutely blown away by the 3D printing and podcasting opportunities. I was especially surprised by how interested my daughter was in podcasting. It’s something I never would have known she’d enjoy if we hadn’t visited."

"I love the Build-A-Bear partnership and how family-focused the DreamLab is, especially with opportunities for families to participate together. We will 100% be back for more programs!"

Discover something new at the DreamLab

View photos of the Girl Scouts DreamLab:
Girl Scout DreamLab Facebook Album

Learn more:
New Girl Scout DreamLab is a Launchpad for Opportunity

You'll find a variety of spaces to gather, lead, and explore together!

Rather than limiting rooms to a single purpose, the Girl Scout DreamLab was designed as a flexible innovation space where you can code, create, cook, collaborate, move, and lead in environments that adapt to different experiences throughout the day. Below are some of the featured spaces, tools, and experiences you can explore throughout the DreamLab.

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Explore computational thinking, digital literacy, and emerging technologies through hands-on experiences and collaborative projects.

What you can do here:

Learn coding fundamentals and progress to more advanced programming
Explore game design, app development, and interactive technology
Use technology to solve real-world problems
Build confidence and skills in technology fields

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Design, prototype, and create using a variety of hands-on tools, materials, and fabrication technology.

What you can do here:

Design and fabricate projects using 3D printers and laser cutters
Learn to safely use tools like chomp saws and other fabrication equipment
Work with wood, vinyl, textiles, and mixed materials
Bring creative ideas and inventions from concept to reality

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Explore science through experimentation, observation, and hands-on discovery.

What you can do here:

Conduct experiments and explore how things work
Get curious, test ideas, and learn through doing
Explore environmental and sustainability concepts, including hydroponic growing systems
Connect science concepts to the world around you

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Design, build, and program robots while exploring engineering concepts through hands-on challenges and collaborative projects.

What you can do here:

Build and program robots using beginner to advanced robotics kits
Learn coding through real-world applications
Explore concepts like gears, motion, automation, and problem solving
Participate in robotics challenges and team-based activities

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A dedicated recording space where you can explore storytelling, communication, and audio content creation.

What you can do here:

Record podcasts using professional microphones and audio equipment
Explore digital storytelling and creative media projects
Learn the basics of audio editing and sound production
Share stories, ideas, and perspectives with others

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Flexible spaces designed for creativity, collaboration, celebration, and self-expression.

What you can do here:

Sing karaoke, perform, or participate in group activities
Explore art, music, and creative projects
Celebrate milestones, birthdays, and troop achievements
Adapt the space for meetings, events, and community gatherings

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A flexible space for cooking, creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

What you can do here:

Cook and share meals together
Participate in food-based learning experiences and group activities
Build practical life skills in a collaborative environment
Bring people together through food, culture, and creativity

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Participate in activities that support mindfulness, reflection, movement, and well-being throughout the DreamLab’s flexible spaces.

What you can do here:

Practice yoga, stretching, or mindfulness
Take a break and reset during a busy day
Participate in calming and reflective activities
Support mental and physical well-being

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A quiet, supportive environment designed for comfort and regulation.

What you can do here:

Take a break when you need it
Reset in a low-stimulation space
Access tools that support focus and comfort
Ensure everyone can participate fully

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Flexible spaces designed for connection, collaboration, leadership, and community engagement.

What you can do here:

Host Girl Scout troop meetings, workshops, and community gatherings
Facilitate trainings, presentations, and professional development sessions
Work on Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award projects
Utilize presentation and hybrid meeting technology for virtual and in-person engagement
Access a catering and hospitality area to support meetings and events

Council Shop & Build-A-Bear Workshop toggle arrow

Whether you’re interested in uniforms, patches, badges or a special gift for your Girl Scout, look no further than our Council Shop located inside the DreamLab. We have everything you need to help you and your Girl Scout prepare for the exciting new adventures ahead—and we’ll make sure you look great along the way.

Plus, we have DreamLab merchandise, fun trendy toys and gifts, science kits, and fidget toys available for purchase. Take some of the DreamLab fun and discovery home with you.

In partnership with Build-A-Bear® Workshop, our council has installed a Build-A-Bear® Workshop in our Council Shop located inside the DreamLab.

Come build your own fuzzy friend and dress your buddy in a matching Girl Scout uniform and other accessories.

For more information about our Girl Scout DreamLab, including news coverage, staff bios, and other announcements, visit our Girl Scout DreamLab homepage.

Welcome to the Girl Scout DreamLab

Create. Explore. Build confidence. Have fun!

Join Girl Scouts now and experience the DreamLab for FREE! Learn more.

What parents are saying about the DreamLab...

Discover something new at the DreamLab

View photos of the Girl Scouts DreamLab: Girl Scout DreamLab Facebook Album Learn more: New Girl Scout DreamLab is a Launchpad for Opportunity

You'll find a variety of spaces to gather, lead, and explore together!

View photos of the Girl Scouts DreamLab:
Girl Scout DreamLab Facebook Album

Learn more:
New Girl Scout DreamLab is a Launchpad for Opportunity