Fall Fun at the Girl Scout DreamLab

Fall Fun at the Girl Scout DreamLab

Create. Explore. Build Confidence. Have Fun!

Our Girl Scout DreamLab is located at 300 Forest Ave. in Paramus, NJ. Girl Scout DreamLab summer workshops are hands-on, creative programs just for girls where you can explore technology, arts, culinary skills, entrepreneurship, and media production in a transformative experience center where imagination meets innovation. Dive into your interests, build real-world skills, and form lasting friendships during a morning or afternoon workshop.

And, join us for some family fun activities, too!

Inside the Girl Scout DreamLab, you'll find an interactive makerspace and innovation hub, where you can experiment with tools and ideas in exciting new ways. From robotics and 3D design to cooking and podcasting, every experience encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Guided by experienced educators and mentors, you'll be able to bring your ideas to life while growing in confidence and building leadership skills.

September 2026 Fall Fun

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-3
Cost: $15 per girl

Lights, camera, creativity! Young creators will explore storytelling, simple video creation, pretend broadcasting, and media-themed activities designed especially for curious early learners. Through imaginative play and hands-on fun, girls will discover how stories come to life while building confidence, communication skills, and creativity.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Have something to say? Step into the DreamLab Podcast Studio and discover what it takes to create your own podcast! Experiment with professional microphones, learn the basics of recording and storytelling, and create a short podcast segment while exploring the exciting world of digital media.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Grade Level: Family (Ages 18 Months-5 Years)
Cost: $10 per adult/$10 per guest

Build, stack, test, and explore together! Little engineers and their caregivers will enjoy hands-on building challenges designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and early STEM learning. Through playful engineering activities, young children will practice problem-solving while creating unforgettable memories together.

Date: Friday, Sept. 4, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Grade Level: Gr K-3
Cost: $15 per girl

Stretch, breathe, and unwind during this fun introduction to yoga and mindfulness. Girls will build strength, balance, confidence, and relaxation through playful movement, calming activities, and mindfulness exercises designed just for younger children.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Bring your imagination to life with one of the DreamLab's most exciting technologies! Explore how 3D printers work, discover the basics of digital design, and watch your ideas become real objects. It's the perfect introduction to engineering, creativity, and innovation.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: K-12
Cost: $10 per girl

During Open Maker Studio, girls can explore a variety of DreamLab maker tools and creative stations while working on self-directed projects. Whether you're interested in crafting, designing, building, or inventing, you'll have the freedom to experiment, create, and bring your ideas to life with guidance from DreamLab staff.

Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Community Partners
Cost: FREE!

Community organizations, businesses, educators, and nonprofit leaders are invited to explore the DreamLab while networking with fellow community partners. Learn about partnership opportunities, discover innovative programming, and explore ways we can work together to inspire girls throughout Northern New Jersey.

Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Troop Leaders
Cost: FREE!

Discover everything the DreamLab has to offer your troop! Tour the space, explore hands-on program opportunities, learn about badge workshops and troop reservations, and connect with fellow troop leaders while gathering ideas for an unforgettable Girl Scout year.

Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12 Homeschool Families
Cost: FREE!

Calling all homeschool families! Visit the DreamLab to explore our innovative learning spaces, meet staff, sample hands-on activities, and learn about upcoming homeschool programming designed to inspire creativity, STEM exploration, entrepreneurship, and life skills.

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Work together to solve emergency scenarios, complete hands-on challenges, learn basic preparedness skills, and discover how teamwork, leadership, and quick thinking can help you tackle unexpected situations. It's an exciting adventure that builds confidence while preparing girls for the unexpected.

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Learn the timeless skill of sewing while creating a project you can proudly take home! Girls will be introduced to sewing tools, basic stitches, and beginner techniques while discovering how creativity and practical skills come together to make something uniquely their own.

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Explore two of the DreamLab's favorite maker tools as you safely construct hands-on projects with the ChompSaw and customize your creations using the Cricut. Whether you're building something practical or purely for fun, you'll discover how creativity and technology come together to bring your ideas to life.

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Grab a paintbrush and blend up something delicious! Create your own colorful masterpiece while enjoying fresh fruit smoothies you make yourself in the DreamLab kitchen. This relaxing afternoon combines art, creativity, healthy treats, and time with friends for the perfect DreamLab experience.

Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Take a break from your busy schedule and recharge your mind and body. Through yoga, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness activities, you'll build strength, flexibility, confidence, and focus while discovering healthy ways to manage stress and practice self-care.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 6-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Explore the DreamLab Podcast Studio, experiment with content creation equipment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how creators develop ideas, tell stories, and connect with audiences. You’ll gain skills like podcasting, video creation, photography, and personal branding while discovering the many ways you can continue building your creator skills at the DreamLab.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Grade Level: Troop Leaders
Cost: FREE!

Connect with fellow troop leaders while planning an exciting Girl Scout year! Share ideas, discover new DreamLab programming, explore badge connections, and collaborate on ways to bring engaging STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship, and creative experiences to your troop.

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 6-12
Cost: $10 per girl

The DreamLab is yours for the night! Hang out with friends, explore creative stations, play games, create maker projects, enjoy music, snacks, and have plenty of opportunities to meet other Girl Scouts from across Northern New Jersey. Whether you're looking to create, relax, or just have fun, Teen Night is the perfect place to connect and be yourself.

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Level: Families
Cost: $10 per girl/$10 per adult

Bring the whole family for an evening of creativity, exploration, and fun! Enjoy hands-on maker activities, games, crafts, and interactive experiences throughout the DreamLab while spending quality time together. It's the perfect opportunity to discover everything the DreamLab has to offer while making lasting family memories.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $10 per girl

Celebrate the richness and diversity of Hispanic and Latino cultures through a day of hands-on learning, creativity, and community! Explore interactive cultural activities, art, music, storytelling, cooking experiences, and maker projects inspired by Hispanic traditions and innovators. Discover new perspectives and celebrate the many contributions Hispanic communities have made around the world while enjoying a fun-filled day for the whole family.

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $25 per girl

Designed especially for homeschool learners, this interactive learning day combines STEM, makerspace projects, creative arts, entrepreneurship, and life skills into one exciting experience. Girls will participate in engaging workshops, collaborate with peers, and discover new interests while exploring the DreamLab's unique learning spaces.

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

¡Explora el emocionante mundo de STEM en español! A través de divertidas actividades prácticas de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas, las niñas diseñarán, construirán, experimentarán y resolverán desafíos mientras desarrollan su creatividad y confianza. Descubre cómo STEM puede ayudar a cambiar el mundo mientras aprendes en un ambiente bilingüe, inclusivo y acogedor. Ya sea que estés creando, investigando o inventando, ¡cada actividad te inspirará a pensar en grande y descubrir todo lo que puedes lograr!

Explore the exciting world of STEM in Spanish! Through fun, hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities, girls will design, build, experiment, and solve challenges while developing their creativity and confidence. Discover how STEM can help change the world while learning in a welcoming, inclusive, bilingual environment. Whether you're creating, investigating, or inventing, every activity will inspire you to think big and discover all that you can achieve!

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades K-5
Cost: $15 per girl

Mission accepted! Program our Sphero robots to navigate obstacle courses, solve rescue missions, and complete exciting challenges. Girls will discover the basics of coding, robotics, teamwork, and problem-solving while having fun with one of the DreamLab's favorite interactive technologies.

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Level: Grades 6-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Take your robotics skills to the next level! Explore engineering concepts, coding, and robot design through exciting hands-on challenges. Whether you're new to robotics or looking to build on existing skills, this workshop offers an engaging introduction to the world of automation and innovation.

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Level: Educators
Cost: FREE!

Teachers, administrators, homeschool educators, and youth-serving professionals are invited to experience the DreamLab firsthand. Tour our innovative learning spaces, sample hands-on activities, and discover field trips, workshops, and partnership opportunities that inspire creativity, leadership, STEM learning, and career exploration.

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Prepare delicious recipes inspired by a variety of Latin cultures while learning cooking techniques, exploring traditions, and discovering how food brings people together. Girls will build kitchen confidence while creating dishes they'll be excited to share at home.

Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $10 per girl

The microphones are on and the studio is yours! Open Podcast Studio gives girls the opportunity to continue developing their podcasting skills, record original content, collaborate with friends, or simply experiment with professional recording equipment. Whether you're creating your first episode or refining your next big idea, this is your chance to bring your voice to life.

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Take a break from your busy schedule and recharge your mind and body. Through yoga, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness activities, you'll build strength, flexibility, confidence, and focus while discovering healthy ways to manage stress and practice self-care.

October 2026 Autumn Fun

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Grade Level: Ages 18 Months-5 Years with Caregiver
Cost: $10 per girl

It's pumpkin season at the DreamLab! Little learners and their caregivers will explore science through pumpkins with hands-on experiments, sensory activities, building challenges, and seasonal crafts.

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Grade Level: Troop Leaders
Cost: FREE!

Join fellow troop leaders for an evening of collaboration, inspiration, and planning! Explore upcoming DreamLab programs, share ideas with other volunteers, discover badge connections, and gather new resources to make this Girl Scout year your best one yet.

Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Grade Level: K-3 Families
Cost: $15 per girl/$15 per adult

Move, stretch, breathe, and relax together! Families will enjoy yoga, mindfulness activities, calming games, and movement designed to strengthen both bodies and family connections.

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: K-3
Cost: $15 per girl

Celebrate fall in the DreamLab kitchen! Young chefs will mix, measure, decorate, and create delicious seasonal treats while learning kitchen safety, teamwork, and beginning cooking skills. Every recipe is packed with creativity and autumn fun.

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: 4-8
Cost: $15 per girl

Discover the flavors of the autumn season in this hands-on cooking workshop. Learn new culinary techniques while preparing delicious seasonal creations you'll want to make again at home.

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adults
Cost: $15 per adult

Interested in learning to sew? This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the basics of sewing through a simple take-home project. Learn essential techniques, build confidence using sewing tools, and discover a creative hobby you'll enjoy long after class ends.

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Grades 9-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Plan, prepare, and host a beautiful autumn-inspired dinner party! Girls will work together to create seasonal recipes, decorate a welcoming tablescape, and practice entertaining, teamwork, and leadership while enjoying a delicious meal they helped create.

Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Adults
Cost: FREE!

Learn how to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges in young people and adults. This interactive training provides practical tools, helpful resources, and confidence to support others while fostering healthier communities.

Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Levels: K-12 and Families
Cost: $10 per girl/$10 per adult

Put on your favorite pajamas and celebrate fall with a cozy evening at the DreamLab! Families will enjoy pumpkin-themed crafts, seasonal games, hands-on maker activities, music, snacks, and plenty of autumn fun. It's the perfect way to welcome the season while making unforgettable family memories.

Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time: Session 1: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Session 2: 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Age Level: Grades K-12
Cost: ?

Celebrate the power, potential, and achievements of girls around the world during this special DreamLab Signature Event! Through inspiring hands-on activities, STEM challenges, creative projects, guest speakers, and leadership experiences, girls will discover how they can dream big, use their voices, and create positive change in their communities and beyond.

REGISTER NOW for your desired session on Oct. 11, 2026.

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: K-3
Cost: $15 per girl

Calling all storytellers! Step into the DreamLab Podcast Studio and bring your spooky imagination to life. Create a not-so-scary Halloween story, experiment with sound effects, record your own podcast episode, and discover how voices, music, and creativity work together to tell unforgettable stories.

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Level: 4-8
Cost: $15 per girl

Write, record, and produce your own Halloween-inspired podcast using the DreamLab's professional podcast studio. Experiment with sound effects, storytelling techniques, and creative audio production while creating a spooky story that's more fun than frightening.

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Level: 9-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Explore myths, legends, folklore, and unsolved mysteries as you write, record, and produce an original podcast episode in the DreamLab Podcast Studio. Experiment with narration, interviews, sound design, and storytelling while bringing legendary tales to life.

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Grade Level: K-8
Cost: $35 per girl

Enjoy the ultimate Friday night at the DreamLab! Girls will share dinner with friends, participate in fun activities and games, then settle in for a family-friendly movie complete with popcorn and cozy seating. This drop-off event gives girls a fun evening of friendship and creativity while caregivers enjoy a well-deserved night out.

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grade Level: K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Build your own fall masterpiece using the DreamLab ChompSaws! Design and safely construct spooky decorations, seasonal signs, and creative wooden projects while learning beginner woodworking skills and exploring one of the DreamLab's favorite maker tools.

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Grade Level: K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Make your Halloween costume one-of-a-kind! Use the DreamLab Cricut to create custom iron-on designs, accessories, costume pieces, and decorations that add the perfect finishing touch to your Halloween look.

Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: K-5
Cost: $15 per girl

Put your coding skills to the test as Sphero robots compete in exciting Olympic-style events. Navigate obstacle courses, complete relay races, and tackle creative robotics challenges while learning teamwork, coding, and problem-solving in a fun and energetic environment.

Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Grade Level: 4-8
Cost: $15 per girl

Get ready for the ultimate sensory maker experience! Mix colorful slime, create your own squishy creations, and design fun fidgets to take home. Experiment with different textures, colors, and materials while discovering the science behind everyone's favorite sensory creations.

Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adults
Cost: $10 per adult

Unwind with an evening of creativity and connection at the DreamLab. Enjoy a relaxing craft project, light refreshments, and great conversation while learning new creative techniques in a welcoming environment. Whether you're bringing friends or meeting new ones, it's the perfect night to recharge and create.

Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Grade Level: All ages
Cost: $10 per girl

Celebrate Halloween DreamLab style! Dress in your favorite costume and enjoy a full day of family fun featuring trunk-or-treating, a costume dance party, Halloween games, crafts, music, candy, and festive surprises around every corner. Stay the whole time or drop by for some treats!

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Grade Level: Grades 4-12
Cost: FREE!

Your imagination is the limit! Learn how to transform your ideas into real objects using the DreamLab's 3D printers. Explore the basics of digital design, experiment with 3D modeling, and create a custom project while discovering how engineers, inventors, and entrepreneurs use this incredible technology to solve real-world problems.

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Troop Leaders
Cost: FREE!

Connect with fellow troop leaders for an evening of collaboration, idea sharing, and inspiration. Explore new DreamLab programs, discover badge connections, exchange troop resources, and gather creative ideas to make your meetings and adventures even more engaging throughout the Girl Scout year.

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community Partners
Cost: FREE!

Join fellow community leaders, nonprofit organizations, educators, and local businesses for an evening of networking and collaboration at the DreamLab. Learn about partnership opportunities, explore innovative programming, and discover ways we can work together to expand opportunities for girls and families throughout Northern New Jersey.

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Levels: K-12
Cost: $15 per girl

Open Creator Studio gives girls the freedom to explore the DreamLab's creative spaces while working on self-directed projects in media, art, design, podcasting, engineering, and more. Experiment with professional equipment, develop your own ideas, and let your creativity lead the way with guidance from DreamLab staff.