| Service Centers & Council Shops Closed Today; Service Center Cookie Cupboards Also Closed In 1956, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. described Girl Scouts as “a force for desegregation.” As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we remember his legacy and continue to provide a safe space for girls that encourages diversity and individuality. Our service centers and shops will be closed today, Monday, January 17, in observance of this holiday. Our service center cookie cupboards are also closed today due to inclement weather. Hours of operation for Tuesday, January 18 for our service centers, shops and cookie cupboards will be announced later today.  Owl Release at Keyauwee Program Center We are excited to host the release of several rehabilitated owls in partnership with the North Carolina Zoo’s Valerie H. Schindler Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on Sunday, January 30. The rehab center which provides free, professional veterinary and rehabilitation services to sick, injured and/or orphaned native North Carolina animals for the sole purpose of returning them to the wild in a condition that will optimize their chances of survival after release. This is a great opportunity and experience for our wildlife loving members and is free to all girls and adults. You can register for the event here. Valentine-Themed National Service Project Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for you and your troop to reach out and show others that you care—especially those who may be alone on a day that’s all about connection!For the second year, Girl Scouts of the USA is teaming up with Wish of a Lifetime from AARP for their Cupid Crew 2022 campaign, a volunteer-driven effort to safely create heartfelt cards for older adults who are socially isolated. Building on last year’s momentum, Wish of a Lifetime hopes to send nearly a quarter million cards through the Cupid Crew campaign. Your troop can help spread joy to thousands of older adults across the country by writing Valentine’s Day cards as part of the Cupid Crew Cards for Valentine’s Day National Service Project. You can find all the details and resources on how to participate here. Upcoming Programs Lifesaver Seminar (for Daisy, Brownie, Junior) Saturday, February 5 Keyauwee Program Center Lifesaver Seminar (for Cadette, Senior, Ambassador) Saturday, February 5 Keyauwee Program Center Virtual: Ready, Set, Take Action Girl Scout Gold Award Upcoming Dates February through May Virtual: Ready, Set, Take Action Girl Scout Silver Award Upcoming dates in March and May |
| Community Partner Spotlight Don’t forget to check our Community Partner website page often to see all the great organizations who are helping us to bring Girl Scout programming and badges to you! Know someone who would make a great community partner? Have them contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org. |
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