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2026 July Volunteer Newsletter
Adult Training Opportunities
Check out our great lineup of virtual and in-person trainings! Upcoming opportunities include New Leader Onboarding, American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid, Mastering Rallyhood, and more. The Service Unit STAR Summit in Mt. Vernon and Leaderpalooza in Edwardsville are also coming soon.
There are plenty of opportunities to build your skills and earn Leaders Loot (rewards for new leaders). Find a training that fits your schedule!
"Let's rejoice in our nation’s independence today but let us also embrace our duty to America’s future." Read a special message from GSofSI's CEO Loretta Graham honoring Independence Day.
Every great Service Unit starts with a strong team! Calling all Service Unit Managers, Treasurers, Registrars, Product Managers, Troop Organizers, and other team members!
At the Service Unit STAR Summit, your will have the opportunity to connect, share ideas, celebrate successes, and leave with the confidence, knowledge and support you need to shine.
Girl Scouts and their families are invited to splash, slide, and make fun summer memories together. We're taking over local waterparks in Effingham and Carbondale! Join us for one or both evenings when the waterpark is open just for us.
Summer Hours & Shop Inventory In July, our Council Shop will operate on summer hours. Also, please note that we are closed for inventory on July 27-30. Orders may be placed online at this time, but will not be processed until Monday, Aug. 3. We still will be open on July 25 for our normal Saturday hours!
First Birthday CeleBEARation!
The Build-A-Bear Workshop in our Council Shop is turning ONE! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be fun activities and snacks, as well as the opportunities for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors to earn badges. Participants do not need to be a Girl Scout to enjoy the party!
Commemorate this day by creating your own Build-A-Bear furry friend and you can enter for a chance to win your next Build-A-Bear at the shop for free!
You don't want to miss these programs hosted by Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois!
Patch Point:
New! Route 66 Passport
Explore the historic "Mother Road" as it runs between St. Louis and Chicago to discover how travel, innovation, and community have shaped the United States.
