Brandywine Valley

BV Monthly Meetings
2020-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fugett Middle School, 500 Ellis Ln, West Chester, PA, 19382, 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, 19382
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Join us for our monthly JB and Adult Board Meetings.
Adults meet in room 102 while JBers participate in activities and debriefs in the cafeteria. Meetings take place the first Thursday of each month during the school year, unless otherwise noted.

BV Monthly Meetings
2020-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fugett Middle School, 500 Ellis Ln, West Chester, PA, 19382, 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, 19382
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Join us for our monthly JB and Adult Board Meetings.
Adults meet in room 102 while JBers participate in activities and debriefs in the cafeteria. Meetings take place the first Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.

BV Monthly Meetings - Going Virtual
2020-04-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fugett Middle School, 500 Ellis Ln, West Chester, PA, 19382, 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, 19382
This month’s JB and Adult Board meeting will go virtual.
The Adult Board meeting will be held by telephone, for Board Members only. The JB meeting will be held virtually – make sure to check in; the activity is bound to be cool.
Spread the news and mark your calendars.
Join us for our monthly JB and Adult Board Meetings.
Please note: Next month’s meeting will be held on May 14th, not May 7th.
Adults meet in room 102 while JBers participate in activities and debriefs in the cafeteria. Meetings take place the first Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.

BV Monthly Meetings
2020-05-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fugett Middle School, 500 Ellis Ln, West Chester, PA, 19382, 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, 19382
It’s the last monthly meeting of the CISV year! The meeting will be held via Zoom from 7-8pm, and you must RSVP here in order to take part. We hope to see you all there to wrap up a great year and keep up the CISV spirit!

This will be our last meeting at the school; however, we will convene again for our last “official” meeting and farewell party in June.

Get Hype for Movie Night
2020-09-25 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sutton Faller, 110 Kirk Rd, Greenville, DE, United States
Our first event of the new CISV year (other than meetings) is a MOVIE NIGHT on September 25 (with a rain date of September 26).
This will be held outdoors. Bring your own popcorn and a soda, bring a chair (to sit on) AND a blanket (to keep you warm) for a fun evening.
The movie choice! The Lorax
Come enjoy the movie, your own snacks 🙂 and a great debrief!
Adults, please feel free to to bring a small snack or a bottle of wine to share and hang out while the kids watch the movie!
RSVP: Above! so we know how many people are coming!
Where: The Fallers, 110 Kirk Rd, Greenville, DE.
When: September 25
Who: EVERYONE
Why: Who doesn’t love some quality CISV bonding time?!
What Movie: To be announced!
Important for JB: Eat dinner first (no dinner will be served) and bring your own popcorn and drink.

Virtual Chapter Meetings
2020-11-05 18:45 - 20:30, 2020-12-03 18:45 - 20:30, 2021-01-07 18:45 - 20:30, 2021-02-04 18:45 - 20:30, 2021-03-04 18:45 - 20:30, 2021-04-01 18:45 - 20:30, 2021-05-06 18:45 - 20:30 UTC | Virtual
We hope to see you at BV’s monthly virtual meetings. A great way to keep in touch and learn what is happening in our chapter. Adult meetings will start 15 minutes earlier than the JB meetings.
Adult Board Meeting – 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm
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JB Meeting – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join the GoToMeeting: Click here.
Meeting ID: 824-984-277
No Passcode Required
You can also dial in using your phone.
Dial in number = 18668994679
Meeting ID: 824-984-277
Upcoming Meetings – Mark your Calendar
6:45 pm start for adults; 7:00 pm start for JB
May 6, 2021

Make a World of Difference Wish List
2020-11-19 00:00 - 2020-11-30 23:59 (America/New_York)
Our Virtual Fundraiser is over, but CISV Brandywine Valley will be hosting a 3-week Step Up program in 2022 and we are still looking for donations. Our Wish List is open, so check out the store.
The 36 teenagers attending will will cost us more than $45,000. While we normally hold both a Silent and Live Auction at our annual fundraiser, for this year’s virtual format, we are offering people the opportunity to contribute to our “Wish List.”
Check out the store here.

Virtual Cookie-A-Thon
2020-12-19 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
It is COOKIE TIME!
Deadline to register is December 17th.
Please join the JB in a fun virtual baking event!
What – Virtual Cookie-A-Thon! We will be baking cookies together (virtually) and giving them all to Valley Youth House. After the cookie baking, we will have a mini-activity for the JB, too!
What cookies should I bake? This is the link to the chocolate chip cookies that most people will be baking, but here is a link to a gluten free option as well. If you really want to make a different kind of cookie, you are absolutely free to do so but please make sure it is nut free (very important!) and takes about 45 minutes to cook so you can join the activity we have planned for after with everyone else.

Why – It’s important to think of everyone this holiday season during such a difficult year and giving back to our local community is a great way to do so.
When – December 19, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Who – Anyone who registers! Parents/guardians are welcome to participate in the cookie baking portion, but will be asked to leave when we transition into our JB-only activity after the first hour of baking.
Where is the link for this event? This event will be taking place on Discord (not Zoom)! If you haven’t already downloaded Discord, here is the link to download it. If you haven’t already joined BV’s channel, here is the link to join. If you have any questions or concerns about Discord, feel free to reach out!
What do we do with the cookies when we’re done? You will be dropping them off at Sylvia’s house (127 Princeton Road Exton PA 19341) and she will make sure all of them get to Valley Youth House by 11am the next morning. Feel free to drop them off before 9pm on 12/19 or before 9am the following morning (12/20).

But don’t worry if you can’t drop them off! If this presents any issues, just reach out to Sylvia at 484-753-4106 to make other arrangements!
Anything else I should know? This is going to be a fun and casual activity! We will have music playing and just spend time (virtually) enjoying each other’s company. Feel free to unmute yourself, chat, and just have a good time 🙂
(We expect people to provide their own ingredients for whichever recipe you chose, but if you are unable to do so, no worries! Just let us know on the registration form and we will work it out with you.)
Please register here by December 17!

We hope to see you there!

Cooking and Casual Conversation!
2021-03-20 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
JB Activity: Cooking and Casual Conversation!
We had a great time making cookies together so now we’re expanding to cooking other types of dishes.
Who: For the whole family or just the jbers!
When: We’ll chop and cook from 4 to 4:30; then we’ll chat and eat what we’ve made from 4:30 to 5:00 (feel free to start your dish earlier if it takes more than a half hour to prepare).
What else: We’ll share recipes and start compiling a BV CISV cookbook.
What will you make?!

Spring Mosaic
2021-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
It’s time to get your mask on (or help others to).
REGISTER HERE
WHAT:
For BV’s spring mosaic this year, we will be making masks and donating them to the West Chester branch of Valley Youth House (VYH). Both sewn and non-sewn CDC approved mask patterns will be provided, but feel free to use a different, safe sewing pattern if you want to. We are asking participants to use approved materials that may already be in your closet (clothing, scrap fabric, sheet etc).
WHEN:
Sunday, April 11, 2021; 1 to 3 pm.
WHERE:
Zoom! Information will be sent out to everyone after registration closes.
All members of BV are encouraged to participate (adults and JBers), but after the actual mask making, we will have a JB only discussion. Can’t wait to see you there!

Sewn Mask Materials

Two 10”x6” rectangles of cotton fabric**
Two 6” pieces of elastic (or rubber bands, string, cloth strips, or hair ties)
Needle and thread (or bobby pin)
Scissors
Sewing machine

Non-sewn Mask Materials

Washable, breathable fabric** (cut approx. 20”x20”)
Rubber bands (or hair ties)
Scissors (if you are cutting your own cloth)

Source: www.cdc.gov
**Use 100% cotton, washable, densely woven fabric such as fabric from a dress shirt, sheet. Many shirts that button up the front are 100% cotton and would work fine. Repurpose! NO t-shirts.

Chapter hike and nature scavenger hunt
2021-04-24 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
We have rescheduled the Scavenger Hunt/Hike for April 24th, from 1 to 2:30 pm.
Think good weather!
Please join us for a chapter hike and nature scavenger hunt.

LOCATION: Stroud Preserve, 454 N Creek Rd, West Chester, PA 19382 (meet in the parking lot)
MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIRED at this OUTDOOR event.
Bring your own water bottle and snacks.
New date: April 24, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Register above so we know you are coming and will be on the look out!
You will be required to print the form – just click here or on form itself – below and fill it out to bring with you.

Wild Wild West Mini-Camp
2021-05-15 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Calling all JBers!
Chapter Mini Camp “CMC” is happening this year!
Join us at Oakbourne Park on May 15th from 9am to 2pm for a day full of CISV activities, energizers, and fun!
Cost is $20 (includes lunch)
Check out this short video and flyer to learn more!
Covid safety protocols will be followed; everyone will be required to wear masks.

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After submitting this registration, you'll be asked for payment. Payment can be made by Venmo or Paypal. Payments by Paypal will incur an additional $6 fee per participant to cover Paypal fees. Thank you!

Quilt-Making Mosaic
2021-06-06 12:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Our mosaic team has created a quilt-making event where JBers and adults can decorate a quilt square, all of which will be put together afterward into one, big quilt!
Next year, we will auction it off at the gala and all of the proceeds from this item will go to Valley Youth House.
Valley Youth House’s mission is to be “the catalyst for youth to achieve their desired future through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections.” Through this mission, the organization aims to create communities where all youth can feel included and productive.
When: June 6 from 12:30-3pm
Where: Ella Ganz (address will be provided in confirmation email.)
What to bring: Mask, water, snacks…

Family Fun Day
2021-09-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | West Goshen Park, Fern Hill Road and N. Five Points Road, West Chester, PA, United States
Interested in teaching your kids how to be citizens of the world? Want to learn about camps that let your children travel to unique places and make friends from across the globe?
Come to CISV Brandywine Valley’s Family Fun Day, where you can participate in a fun activity focused on human rights! A mix of physical activity, human interaction, idea exchange, and reflection, this event is for adults and kids aged 10 and up.
Please click the RSVP button above to register. All attendees will be required to complete a COVID screening form, wear masks, and practice social distancing. Questions? Contact us at brandywine@cisvusa.org.

Equally as important, this is an excellent opportunity to recruit new members, including families with kids near Village age (11 years old). So please bring a potential BV Family with you!
Questions? Email Julie Manser.
Want to share the flyer? Download it here.

Pumpkin Decorating
2021-10-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Miller Park, 220 Miller Way, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Please join us at Miller Park (220 Miller Way, Exton) for our Pumpkin Decorating festivity.

MASKS AND COVID SCREENING FORM required at this OUTDOOR event.

Come decorate pumpkins!!

Pumpkins and decorations will be provided.

Conversations for Change - October
2021-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Last year’s Conversations for Change series was a great success and we look forward to continuing the conversations this year.
The first for this CISV year will take place from 4pm-5pm via Zoom
This event is open to both adults and kids and is part of an ongoing series of conversations exploring racism, personal beliefs/biases, racial identity, history, and racial justice. We really hope you can join us!
How do I sign up?
Hit the RSVP!
When is it?
October 24, from 4 pm to 5pm – Click RSVP button above to register by October 22.
How do I participate?
We will be conducting a Zoom meeting and the link will be sent to those registered the night before.
What will we be doing?
We’ll do a short activity and have a debrief, similar to what happens in a JB meeting, but with adults and kids. It will be interactive and fast-moving.

A Virtual Fiesta!
2021-11-06 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Brandywine Valley CISV Fall Fundraising Party
Plan to join us for a fast-paced hour of entertainment and fun.
We are looking forward to gathering with friends and family to celebrate BV CISV’s chapter’s continued ability to work toward a more just and peaceful world, even in these challenging times.
We are also excited to offer many great items for silent auction: a week at a cottage in Cape Cod; gift certificates to local restaurants and shops; tickets for fun activities; and great household items!
Register below! (Suggested registration fee for each household is $20.00, payable after submitting your registration. If you would like to send a check instead, please mail it to BV CISV: 1050 Airport Rd #5021, West Chester, PA 19380).
If you are unable to join us, you can still support BV CISV by clicking the Donate button below!

BV CISV THANKS YOU!

Conversations for Change - December
2021-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
In October, we held our first Conversations for Change, and we look forward to continuing the conversations this December.
The December conversation will take place from 4pm-5pm via Zoom
This event is open to both adults and kids and is part of an ongoing series of conversations exploring racism, personal beliefs/biases, racial identity, history, and racial justice. We really hope you can join us!
How do I sign up?
Hit the RSVP!
When is it?
December 5, from 4 pm to 5pm – Click RSVP button above to register by December 3rd.
How do I participate?
We will be conducting a Zoom meeting and the link will be sent to those registered the night before.
What will we be doing?
We’ll do a short activity and have a debrief, similar to what happens in a JB meeting, but with adults and kids. It will be interactive and fast-moving.

Virtual Bingo Night
2022-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
CISV BV is having a fun, family-inclusive, Virtual Bingo Night with lots of great CISV prize options!
RSVP above for yourself and any friends or family members who will also be playing.
WHEN:
February 25th @ 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Register by February 24th.
WHERE:
Zoom (we will send a link to your e-mail after registration)
HOW:
We’ll be using a platform called Jamboard and will explain how to use it at the beginning of the meeting.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Under the Sea Mini Camp
2022-04-02 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Unitarian Congregation of West Chester, 501 S. High Street, West Chester, PA
Calling all JBers!
Chapter Mini Camp “Under the Sea” is happening this year!
Join us at Unitarian Congregation of West Chester on April 2nd from 9am to 5pm for a day full of CISV activities, energizers, and fun!
Each participant should bring a lunch, a water bottle and a snack to share.
Cost is $20.00 per person.
We will be following COVID protocols (the church is requiring masks).

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Earth Day Sidewalk Chalk Event
2022-04-22 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Brandywine Valley CISV is participating in a Sidewalk Chalk Event sponsored by the West Chester Green Team and West Chester University. This event is to raise awareness about Earth Day and sustainability efforts in general. This is a great event to meet people and talk to them about CISV!
The whole day is 9 am – 5 pm on Friday, April 22nd (Earth Day) with a rain date of April 23rd. Our organization will be assigned an approved site in front of businesses/organizations in the West Chester Borough. At 11 am, at WCU, there will be an unveiling of WC Green Team’s yard sign for ’22 and presentation of awards, at the corner of S. High St. and University Ave. Between 11 am and 5 pm, attendees can stroll up and down S. and N. High St., from University Ave to Marshall St., to admire chalking on environmental themes by local organizations and WCU students.
Specifically, we are looking for a few volunteers to help with the chalk art from 9 am-11 am, artistic talent is a plus but not required! We would also like a few any time from 11 am – 5 pm to man the chalk art location to talk to any passers by who are admiring the artwork. We will supply chalk and BV CISV materials. Volunteer for as little or as much as you can spare. Please RSVP.
As this is a school day, it will be difficult for JBers to participate (they are of course welcome) but anyone with a little free-time in the day, please consider this! Janet is looking for some alumni to participate!

Conversations for Change (May 2022)
2022-05-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Please join us for the next meeting of our Conversations for Change series. (Participation in previous meetings is not a requirement!)
This event is open to both adults and kids and is part of an ongoing series of conversations exploring racism, personal beliefs/biases, racial identity, history, and racial justice. We really hope you can join us!
How do I sign up?
Hit the RSVP!
When is it?
7:00-8:00 pm, May 19th- Click the RSVP above to register by May 18th.
What will we be doing?
We’ll do a short activity and have a debrief, similar to what happens in a JB meeting, but with adults and kids. It will be interactive and fast-moving.

Journey to Space at this year's RMC
2022-05-28 13:00 - 2022-05-30 10:00 (America/New_York) | Innabah Camp and Retreat Center, 712 Pughtown Rd, Spring City, PA, 19475, United States
The 2022 Mid-Atlantic Regional Mini Camp is back!
Unfortunately, registration is closed
Spring is RMC season! The last two years have been tough, and we are excited to return to doing in-person CISV stuff with our friends from other chapters!
WHO?
Five CISV chapters: Brandywine Valley (host), New York, Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh
WHAT?
CISVers coming together at RMC to make new friends, work toward building a more just and peaceful work, and have fun!
WHEN?
Memorial Day Weekend!
Check in: Saturday, May 28, 1 p.m. (after lunch); camp activities start at 2 p.m.
Check out: Monday, May 30, 10 a.m. (after breakfast)
WHERE?
Innabah Camp and Retreat Center, Spring City PA (about 45 northeast of Philly)
HOW?
Register below. The cost for RMC (including meals) is $150. The registration deadline is May 14.
Note: Each participating chapter must provide its own chaperones, following the 6:1 ratio required by CISV. (Chaperones attend RMC for free!). All participants (JB and adult) must follow CISV’s COVID protocols.
Questions about RMC? Contact the hosts at brandywine@cisvusa.org!
Download the flyer here and share with friends!

CISV in Motion - Save the Date!
2022-10-14 20:00 - 2022-10-16 12:00 UTC | Decatur, GA, United States
CISV National will hold its annual National Board Meeting (NBM), the National Youth Board Meeting (NYBM), and the CISV In Motion Conference from October 14th to the 16th in Pittsburg, PA.

The NYBM has a maximum of ten youth participants per chapter. The Brandywine Valley Junior Branch by-laws specify that the JB president and JB vice-president shall have two slots as this meeting is for JB leadership activities and leadership education. The other eight slots shall be awarded on a first come basis to any interested JB member ages 13+.
Adult Members, the CISV In Motion Conference starts on Friday, the 14th, and is open to all. The conference is full of workshops, activities and socializing with the greater CISV USA organization. All 21 chapters send representatives. It’s informative and fun! You will get a taste of what your child experiences at programs and mini-camps.
Stay turn for more information on lodging, pricing and potential transportation connections.
