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Girl Scout Shop & Resource Center open Summer Hoursnow-August 31 Girl Scout Shop Closedfor InventoryJuly 16-27 Operation Supply a Student Collection EventJuly 21 Operation Supply a Student Collection Event July 22 NAWBOWomen Mean BusinessLuncheonJuly 26 Free No-Sew Blanket WorkshopJuly 28 GSSWT Offices Closed -- Staff Development MeetingAugust 2 Operation Supply a Student Collection EventAugust 4 Service Unit & Regional Volunteer Position TrainingAugust 11 Labor Day Holiday(offices closed)September 3 GirlExpo 2012October 6
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Here you'll find timely information about programs, adult learning opportunities, and other general news to keep you connected to GSSWT! Volunteer Connection will be sent weekly every Friday. Stay in the know and keep an eye on your inbox for great Girl Scout information!
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| Girl Scout Shop to be closed through July 27 |
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Please note that the Girl Scout Shop will be closed for inventory through Friday, July 27 -- reopening at 8:30 a.m., Monday, July 30.
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| NAWBO Women Mean Business Luncheon |
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Attend the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) monthly meeting luncheon to find out more about the ToGetHerThere cause campaign, focused on gender-balanced leadership -- 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday, July 26 at Old San Francisco Steak House (10223 Sahara, San Antonio, 78216).
GSSWT CEO Rose González Pérez, along with her panel of top Girl Scout Cookie sellers (sales of over 1,500 boxes), will talk about the positive impacts of Girl Scouting and skills they have learned through the largest girl-led business in the nation (over $750 million each year).
RSVP now for this great experience!
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| Offices Closed August 2 |
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GSSWT offices will be closed Thursday, August 2 for a staff development meeting. Thank you for your understanding.
See future closed dates here.
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| Service Unit & Regional Volunteer Position Training -- Saturday, August 11 |
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100 Years of Volunteerism ... and there's still something to learn!
All volunteers who have been or are currently service team volunteers, and all volunteers interested in training for service unit team positions or the new regional volunteer positions, are encouraged to attend Service Unit and Regional Position Training and Enrichment from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, August 11 at San Pedro Presbyterian Church (14900 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, 78232).
There will be opportunities throughout the day for volunteer position learning, special enrichment sessions, door prizes and much, much more. The day will conclude with a fantastic celebration you don't want to miss!
This day is designed to bring you the information you need to achieve great success and provide greater impact opportunities for girls and better support to all volunteers. If you know any adults who would be a good match for an administrative volunteer position at the service unit or regional level, invite them to join you!
Questions? Contact your Service Unit Director or the Volunteer Development Center (210-349-2404/1-800-580-7247 ext. 207/training@girlscouts-swtx.org). Additional information and registration procedures will be available soon.
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| Wurzbach Parkway progress |
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Keep an eye out for heavy equipment transportation in our area as construction on the Wurzbach Parkway extension continues to progress.
Please drive slowly when entering the grounds near the Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center, as trucks will be coming and going quite often through the lot.
Construction on Wurzbach Parkway is scheduled for completion in 2015.
For more information and weekly updates on the construction, sign up for the newsletter here.
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| Girl Scouts Do Great Things! |
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Local Girl Scouts supply fellow students through Silver and Bronze award project
Girl Scouts from the Kirby area are collaborating on a community service project to earn the Silver and Bronze Award. "Operation Supply a Student" was created to collect school supplies for students in the Judson Independent School District. Serena Contreras, a Girl Scout Cadette who started the project, said, "I originally came up with this idea when I noticed some of my friends did not have the supplies needed to begin the school year. This is my attempt to make a difference in the community."
Girl Scouts involved in the project would like to see it become an annual event. By "supporting Operation Supply a Student, we are ensuring our place as future community leaders," said Hannah Leake, Girl Scout Cadette.
Maria Hernandez, the adult advisor for this project, has helped the girls navigate the necessary paperwork and keep the project on track. "This is a great opportunity for these girls to not only help their fellow students, but also for the Girl Scouts to make a positive impact in their community," Hernandez said. "By getting local businesses involved, it opens the door for greater communication and future endeavors."
Operation Supply a Student collection events will take place on the following days:
- 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, July 21 at Boost Virgin Mobile (9081 FM 78, Converse, 78109)
- 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, July 22 at Wal-Mart Supercenter (8315 FM 78, Converse, 78109)
- 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, August 4 at Office Max in the Woodlake Crossing Shopping Center (6212 Wood Glen Drive, San Antonio, 78244)
Are you working on a community service project in order to better the world around you? Tell us!
Girl Scout Troop 590 to hold free No-Sew Blanket Workshop
Come learn a skill to last you a lifetime -- while helping a child in need!
Girl Scout Troop 590 will hold a free No-Sew Blanket Workshop from 12-4 p.m. on Saturday, July 28 at Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church (Riggs Road, Helotes).
Bring the following materials with you:
- two pieces of matching or coordinating fleece fabric, 60 inches x 48 inches each
- fabric scissors
- yard stick
Blankets completed at the workshop will be donated to a children's hospital to comfort sick children.
Questions? Email troop590gsswt@hotmail.com.
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Please note that the Girl Scout Shop will be closed for inventory through Friday, July 27 -- reopening at 8:30 a.m., Monday, July 30.
Summer Hours (now-August 31)
Monday-Wednesday: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Second Saturday: 9:00 a.m-1:00 p.m.
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GSSWT's Vision Statement
Our vision is to be a high performing, girl-focused staff with the desire and skill set to provide the highest standard of support that enriches, empowers, and energizes the local Girl Scout Movement. In doing so, we create a lifetime of inspiration through Girl Scout experiences that are so relevant and inclusive every girl will want to be a part.
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