National Delegate Registration

Every three years, national delegates representing each council in GSUSA gather for the National Convention and conduct business at the National Council Meeting.

GSUSA’s 54th National Convention

Wednesday-Sunday, Oct. 4-8, 2017

Columbus, Ohio

National delegate responsibilities:

• Attend all local orientation and preparation meetings prior to the National Convention.
• Study the National Council Meeting agenda.
• Understand Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast’s stance on actions to be taken by the National Council (delegates may vote independently, based on the best interests of Girl Scouting as a whole).

Upcoming Program Events

Sesame Street Live Presents "Elmo Makes Music"
Sesame Street Live is coming to the Ted Constant Center this October with "Elmo Makes Music". When the new music teacher's instruments go missing, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and more come to the rescue and discover instruments they never knew existed. Children learn that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together!

Performance Schedule:

• Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.
• Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 2 p.m.
• Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 1 p.m.
• Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 4:30 p.m.

Purchase tickets here.  Enter promo code SGSCOUT and receive $5 off per ticket in select price levels. (If link does not populate, visit Ynottix.com/promo and enter the code.)

Product Sales News!

2016 Fall Product Program
It’s not too late to join in the fun of the Fall Product program. If you are interested in participating please reach out to your troop leader or contact customercare@gsccc.org. For information on the Fall Product program visit our website.

2017 Cookie Program
Seeking volunteers for the following Cookie Program positions:
Cookie Cupboards are needed in the following areas:

• Indian River/Kempsville area of Virginia Beach, VA
• Kitty Hawk, NC
• Elizabeth City, NC

Group Rates at Hampton Coliseum

Disney On Ice Presents Follow Your Heart
November 23-27, 2016
$13 tickets
Minimum group order is 15 tickets. Deadline for group orders is November 18.
Scout discount only valid for show on November 25 and 27. Additional fees may apply.

Monster Jam
January 20-22, 2017
20% off select tickets
Minimum group order is 15 tickets. Deadline for group orders is January 13.
Scout discount only valid for Friday, January 20 show. Additional fees may apply.

Professional Bull Riders
March 4, 2017
7 p.m.
20% off select tickets
Minimum group order is 10 tickets. Deadline for group orders is March 3. Additional fees may apply.

GSCCC Offices and Retail Shops - Closed Monday, October 10, 2016

Due to inclement weather, all GSCCC offices and shops will be closed Monday, October 10, 2016.

GSCCC Office and Retail Shop Hours October 7-9, 2016

With the uncertainty of the weather this weekend, all GSCCC offices and shops will be closed Friday evening, October 7 through Sunday, October 9, 2016.

Rescheduled: Elizabeth River RiverFest

Sunday, November 20, 2016
Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Jordan Bridge Walk: 1-3 p.m.
Paradise Creek Nature Park
1141 Victory Blvd.
Portsmouth, VA 23702

Due to impending inclement weather this weekend, the Elizabeth River RiverFest has been rescheduled to Sunday, November 20 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The "One Flock" art unveiling will be at 12:15 p.m. that day.

Learn more about the Elizabeth River Project and the RiverFest here.

Go for Gold Workshops

The Girl Scout Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting. Open only to girls in high school, this prestigious award challenges girls to change the world – or their corner of it. Two of the requirements for Going for Gold are viewing the online learning session and attending the face-to-face session where girls will learn how to successfully plan and carry out a project. They will learn to identify the root cause of an issue in their community and how to build a project to address those issues. Register today through eBiz to view the online learning session and for an upcoming face-to-face Go for Gold Workshop:

Women in Transportation Society Scholarships

Founded in 1977, Women in Transportation Society (WTS) is an international organization dedicated to building the future of transportation through the global advancement of women. Boasting more than 6,500 members - both women and men - WTS is helping women find opportunity and recognition in the transportation industry. Through its professional activities, networking opportunities, and unparalleled access to industry and government leaders, WTS is turning the glass ceiling into a career portal.

WTS Transportation YOU High School Scholarship

Women in Transportation Society (WTS) fosters the development of women and girls in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals and students to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way it does this is by awarding the WTS Transportation YOU High School Scholarship to girls pursuing high school studies in science, technology, engineering and math. Transportation YOU is a hands-on, interactive mentoring program that offers young girls ages 13-18 an introduction to a wide variety of transportation careers.

Help at the Suffolk Peanut Festival - Earn the New Council Recruiter Patch!

We’re super excited to have a booth at the Suffolk Peanut Festival this year and we need your help! Adult volunteers and girls are needed to cover a few slots at the booth. You’ll chat with people about joining Girl Scouts, play a little Plinko with them and hand out prizes all while earning the new Council Recruiter patch.

We have vendor passes available for use during your shift. Contact Jillian Sweetland at jillians@gsccc.org to let her know you can help.

Shop Promotions for the Month of October

Back to Troop
Spend $75 or more during a visit to our Shop October 1 – October 15 and receive a $10 coupon to spend on a purchase of $25 or more from November 1–18.

One $10 coupon will be issued per qualifying order per visit in store. Orders over $75 will generate one (1) $10 coupon regardless of merchandise total. Each coupon is redeemable separately on an order totaling $25 or more. Only one coupon code can be redeemed per transaction and must meet the $25 minimum order threshold.

October 28, 29, 31: Celebrate Juliette Gordon Low’s Birthday!
Receive a discount of 15 percent off entire purchase. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Activity Fun Patches

• Adventure course
• Archery
• Biking
• Caving
• High ropes
• Low ropes
• Rock climbing

Product Sales News!

2016 Fall Product Program Launch Email

On September 23, 2016, caregivers received a launch email to kick off the online portion of the Fall Product program. Partner with girls to setup their online stores now so they’ll be ready to receive orders when the program kicks off on October 1, 2016. For more information, visit our website or email customercare@gsccc.org.

2017 Cookie Program

Toffee-tastic Update

Preorders for the Toffee-tastic cookies will not be required this year. For the first time the Toffee-tastics will be printed on your order card and included in the initial order.

New Volunteer Open House

Sunday, November 6, 2016
Open House: 1-2 p.m.
Classes: 2-4 p.m.
A Place for Girls
Chesapeake, VA

Don't miss this great opportunity to:

• Tour A Place for Girls, The Lodge and The Outback.
• Have the opportunity to try out the Volunteer Toolkit.

Choose one of the available classes (advance registration required):

• Girl Scout Program Basics, Part II* (pre-requisite: Girl Scout Program Basics, Part I – available online soon)
• Parents as Partners

New Movement to Empower Young Women

Envision Lead Grow is more than an idea - it’s a movement. We want to empower you to build your dreams. That starts with a passion - your passion. We’ll show you what it takes to turn your passion into something incredible. It will require planning, dedication and heart. Is it worth the effort? Absolutely!

A webinar is set with Angela Reddix, President and CEO of ARDX, as the host, and we're so excited to offer this to young women anywhere. This webinar is open to girls in grades 7-12.