Princeton Girl Scouts Unveil Mural In Community Park North

PRINCETON, NJ —Last year in December, members of the Princeton Girl Scout Junior Troop 71829 approached the Council requesting they be allowed to paint a permanent sidewalk mural in Community Park South.

The girls got the green light, and due to the construction and project at Community Park South, the troop was encouraged to explore alternative sites for their Bronze Award Project. They chose Community Park North.

And this Spring, the girls unveiling of their Bronze Award project, "Sidewalk Murals for our Community," at Community Park North, located between Pettoranello Gardens and Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad.

The troop, which includes 12 fifth-grade girls, brought their vision to life through four captivating sidewalk murals. These murals are adorned with imagery of bees donning Girl Scout uniforms and uplifting messages.

The Bronze Award represents the pinnacle of achievement for Girl Scout Juniors, and Troop 71829’s dedication and creativity shine through in their remarkable endeavor.

Led by troop leaders Alexia Salinas and Bethany Sierra, the girls began their journey to devise and execute a project aimed at fostering positive change in their community.

Supported by the Princeton Recreation Department, along with generous paint material donations from Home Depot stores in West Windsor, South Brunswick, and Ewing, the troop brought their vision to fruition.

Local artist Carolyn Canik lent her expertise to the project, working closely with the girls to translate their ideas into vibrant, inspiring messages adorning the sidewalks of Community Park North.

For those interested in joining the Girl Scouts and embarking on their own journey of empowerment and service, inquiries can be directed to Princeton Girl Scouts at girlscouts.princeton@gmail.com.

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