Family Connections for Girl Scout Families
  Girl Scouts of Orange County                                                                                        September 11, 2012

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 


Online Registration is Easier, More Efficient
  
Did you know that paper registrations (offline) can take up to 2 hours and costs Girl Scouts of Orange County $50 to process?  Help us use resources wisely and encourage online renewal!

 

Celebrate Leadership Girl Representatives  
 
Click here to read all about the outstanding Celebrate Leadership Girl Representatives that we wil recognize at our Third Annual Celebrate Leadership Gala on October 26.  Click here to find out more about how to nominate one of your girls in 2013! 

Girl Scouts Leads the Way for Gender-Balanced Leadership  
Over 100 community and corporate leaders came together at the Pacific Club last Friday for Voice for Girls 2012, an interactive forum hosted by Girl Scouts of Orange County.  The event raised awareness of the critical issues facing girls today and featured a keynote address from GSUSA CEO Anna Maria Chavez.  Check out the article in the OC Register or the Q & A with Anna Maria Chavez

Register your Ralph's Rewards Card  
 
Do you have a Ralph's Rewards Card?  Be sure to register it to Girl Scout Council of Orange County and every time you shop, you will support Girl Scouts!  The new term began on September 1, which means that even if you were previously registered, you will need to re-register your card.  Visit Ralph's Rewards, create an account or sign in and select Girl Scout Council of Orange County under My Account>Community Rewards. 

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ToGetHerThere Merchandise New ToGetHerThere Merchandise

Show your support for our future leaders with our new ToGetHerThere t-shirts, pens and bumper stickers!


Seal Beach Mobile Shop Now Open
The Seal Beach Mobile shop is now open from 9am-5:30pm (closed from 1pm-2pm for lunch). We'll have a mobile shop with all the uniform essentials, as well as journey books and a few Girl Guide books for each level. To ensure that we have what you need, please order online or stop by the shop and select "Seal Beach Pick-Up" at checkout! 

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Fit Fair - Sept. 15 Everyone
Ready, set, get fit! Receive some good fitness advice from a fitness specialist. Participate in games, a raffle, eat healthy snacks, and more!
Save the Date! Our annual food collection in collaboration with the OC Boy Scouts of America and Second Harvest Food Bank of OC will be Oct. 27th. Stay tuned for more information on how you can participate by collecting from neighbors and friends, and host a collection booth at your local Albertsons store!
 

Singing Sisters Song Share - Nov 3shorthand - seniors shorthand ambassadors volunteers

Sing your heart out and learn some new songs as the OC & Song Share singers lead a day of workshops and a sing-a-long!

How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Dec. 1 & 2 Everyone

 Come watch how dancers perform this iconic Dr. Seuss play. Working on your Brownie Dancer badge? Get some inspiration for your own dance moves while you enjoy the show!

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Camp Scherman Voted Best Overnight Camp...Again!

Thank you to our Girl Scout families and local residents who voted for Camp Scherman in the 2012 Best of Orange County annual survey. As one of the premier camps in California, Camp Scherman was again recognized as the Best Overnight Camp, an honor received since 2008.     

 

Spend the Day at Camp Scherman - Oct 20 or 21

$35 per person (children under 4 are free)

Troops, families and friends enjoy a day filled with Autumn fun! Try your skills at traditional camp activities while taking in the beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains. Canoe together on our lake, test your skills at archery and pick some tasty treats from our flourishing garden. Put on your walking shoes and pack up the family for a day of fun and family togetherness. Reserve your spot at www.CampScherman.com

 

Don't miss out! Check out all of the Fall Weekend Camps. They're filling up fast so register early! 

 



TIP OF THE MONTH


  
Map It! Girls Changing the World

Visit the interactive map on the For Girls website and see how Girl Scouts all over are changing the world! Whether it's Gold Awards, Silver Awards, Bronze Awards, Forever Green, or Journey Take Action projects, browse what girls are doing to get inspiration and share your story.

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Scouts Remember 9/11 at Melinda Heights Elementary - Girl Scouts from Rancho Trabuco 2 Service Unit joined Boy Scouts, parents and faculty to perform a special ceremony and moment of silence to remember the events, of 9/11, honor the brave, and never forget.

Share what your troop has been up to on the GirlScoutsOC Facebook Page.

Inspire other troops by sharing your great girl activities! 

CONNECT

Connect with other troops and service units online. Share your Girl Scout activities, get new ideas and join our growing online community.

 

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