Who are your heroes? Are they sports stars? Celebrities? People you know personally, such as a favorite teacher?The author doing a live interaction with Dr. Ballard last year.Mine are scientists. If I could have the infamous dinner party we pretend to host as a part of “Getting to Know You” exercises, and I could only … Continue reading An Evening with Bob Ballard
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Explore the Ocean Live with Me this Summer
Girl Scouts is all about trying new things, broadening a girl’s horizon, and building courage, confidence, and character along the way. Last year, when I applied for the Science Communication Fellowship with the Ocean Exploration Trust, I was stretching myself for two big reasons: one was to further develop my own courage, confidence, and character. … Continue reading Explore the Ocean Live with Me this Summer
Amgen Foundation Grant Funds Girl Scouts "Forever Green" Program
The “Girl Scouts Forever Green Program,” providing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities focusing on water conservation was launched this summer, thanks to a generous grant from the Amgen Foundation! The program’s goal is to educate and inspire girls living in Ventura County to protect water as a critical resource.This global effort encourages … Continue reading Amgen Foundation Grant Funds Girl Scouts "Forever Green" Program
Melissa Baffa Explores the Ocean Depths Aboard E/V Nautilus this August!
For the second year in a row Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast’s Melissa Baffa, VP of Program and Volunteer Services, will be boarding the E/V Nautilus this summer to explore the ocean depths along the Pacific Coast. Melissa has been chosen as Lead Science Communication Fellow for 2016 by the Ocean Exploration Trust (OET). As … Continue reading Melissa Baffa Explores the Ocean Depths Aboard E/V Nautilus this August!
September 15 "Fork It Over" Event to Benefit Camp Arnaz!
Save the Date! Plan to bring your friends and sample savory appetizers and the sweetest desserts inspired by Girl Scout Cookies and made by noted chefs as Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast hosts its second annual fundraising event “Fork It Over” on Thursday, September 15.This cookie culinary competition and fundraiser will feature recipes by noted … Continue reading September 15 "Fork It Over" Event to Benefit Camp Arnaz!
Friday, June 17 GSCCC offices will be closed
GSCCC offices will be closed Fri, June 17 for our Quarterly All Staff Meeting. The GSCCC retail shops will also be closed (per their normal schedule).If you need to reach Council on Friday, please call our after hours number: 800 340-7179. Our website (including the online store) will also remain available http://www.girlscoutsccc.org
Fill a Vital Community Need
Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast is filling a vital community need.It’s the place for girls to have fun and try new experiences such as turning ordinary household items into robots, convincing the mayor to install a swing for special-needs children in a park, having a first camp-out, kayaking, or hiking Pinnacles or Channel Islands … Continue reading Fill a Vital Community Need
What’s New – June GSCCC eBulletin
JUNE 30 DEADLINE FOR EARLY BIRD RENEWAL & TROOP CONTESTGET this colorful EARLY BIRD PATCH for each girl you renew!GSUSA Membership Fee is $15 for the 2017 yearUse Troop Management to renew membershipsEarly Bird Renewal is a requirement for Honor Troop *NEW* EARLY BIRD TROOP CONTEST - Your troop will be entered into a drawing (10 troop winners), … Continue reading What’s New – June GSCCC eBulletin
What’s New – May GSCCC eBulletin
MEMORIAL DAY IDEAMany Girl Scout Troops will participate in Memorial Day parades and rememberance events this month. In addition to paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom, girls can show appreciation to someone currently serving our country. Have your girls write thank you notes or draw pictures to be included in … Continue reading What’s New – May GSCCC eBulletin
What’s New – April GSCCC eBulletin
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK IS APRIL 10TH-16THPARENTS - PLAN AHEAD TO THANK YOUR LEADER on Friday, April 22Traditionally this is a special day to honor all the volunteers who work as leaders and mentors in partnership with girls. On this day, girls and their families, find special ways to thank their adult Girl Scout volunteers. Here … Continue reading What’s New – April GSCCC eBulletin
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