2026 January Program Alerts
You don't want to miss these upcoming opportunities! Opportunity funds are available.
Patch Point
Ice Skating Patch Program
Ice skating is a fun activity that can be done indoors or outdoors! Complete activities learning about and enjoying ice skating to earn a patch.
Preferred Partner Spotlight
SIU Craft Room
1255 Lincoln Drive, MC4407, Carbondale, IL 62901
https://studentcenter.siu.edu/activities/craft-shop/index.php
Three Sisters Crafts
129 E State Street, O’Fallon, IL 62269
Three Sisters Crafts on Facebook
Current Patch Programs - Preorder Patches Only
Winter Challenge Checklist
Daisies-Ambassadors
December 14-January 19
Patch Order Deadline: January 26
Registration for this patch program ended on January 12, but be sure to pre-order patches if you participated!
Explore and Score Cookie Bingo
Daisies-Ambassadors
January 18, 2026 – March 8, 2026
Registration Deadline: March 2
Patch Order Deadline March 9
Celebrate cookie season by completing fun challenges that encourage confidence and skill building! Complete the bingo card to earn a fun patch that is exclusive to our Council and for a chance to win a prize!
Upcoming Programs
Derby Darlings Galentine's Day Skating
with the Southern Illinois Roller Gremlins
Daisies-Ambassadors; Family & Friends
February 14
Marion, IL
Deadline: January 26
Get ready to roll! Enjoy an exciting afternoon of roller skating with members of the Southern Illinois Roller Gremlins Roller Derby Team. Plus, current girl members who bring a friend to Girl Scouts will earn a special patch!
Visionary Voices Girl-Led Chat #2
Cadettes-Ambassadors
February 24
Zoom
Deadline: February 16
Visionary Voices is our quarterly opportunity for girls to gather virtually to discuss their Girl Scout experiences and share their thoughts about future programs. Adult advisors are welcome to attend, but these sessions are girl-led.
Bubble Bash Lab - Edwardsville
Juniors-Ambassadors
February 28
Registration deadline: February 9
Girl Scouts can make their own soap while learning the chemistry of cleanliness!
Women in STEM Webinar #3
Daisies-Ambassadors
March 12
Registration Deadline: March 9
Be inspired by women in STEM careers! Glimpse the future possibilities in the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Girls can ask questions, get advice, and receive a limited-edition enamel pin by participating.
Girl Scout Pi-licious Party - TWO Locations
Daisies-Ambassadors
Metropolis from 1-4 p.m.
Edwardsville - two sessions from 2-9 p.m. with overnight option
Deadline: March 2
Join us for a day of pie-filled cooking and fun in the great outdoors! Plus, earn a custom Pi Day patch.
Zoo-tastic Slumber Safari
Juniors
March 21
St. Louis
Registration Deadline: February 2
Earn the Junior Animal Habitats badge and enjoy an overnight adventure at the St. Louis Zoo!
Sew Myself! Hand Sewing Workshop
Juniors-Cadettes
April 11
Glen Carbon
Registration Deadline: April 6
Girl Scouts can learn how to sew their own patches onto their sashes or vests!
Cheesy Does It! Cheese Making at Marcoot Jersey Creamery
Multiple Dates Available!
Brownies-Juniors
April 18
Deadline: April 6
June 27
Deadline: June 15
September 19
Deadline: September 14
Magic and Mindfulness Overnight Camp Out
Juniors-Cadettes
May 16-17
Deadline: April 27
Girl Scouts can earn mental wellness patches while enjoying camp. This is a drop-off event, but some volunteers are needed!
Girl Training Opportunities
Silver Award Training
Cadettes
Virtual
February 4
Deadline: February 2
April 1
Deadline: March 30
Ready to start working towards the Girl Scout Silver Award? This training will give you the information you need to make your project a success. To complete the Silver Award training requirements, this training must be completed by at least one Girl Scout who will be working on a project an one adult who is working with the Girl Scouts.
Gold Award Training
Seniors-Ambassadors
Virtual
February 4
Deadline: February 2
April 1
Deadline: March 30
This training is required before Girl Scouts start working towards earning the Gold Award.
Program Aide (PA) Training Workshop
Cadettes
February 7
Camp Torqua
Deadline: February 2
April 12
Whittington
Deadline: March 30
Our Program Aide (PA) Training Workshop provides the skills and confidence Girl Scouts need to guide and inspire younger girls.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Workshop
Seniors-Ambassadors
February 8
Camp Torqua
Deadline: February 2
April 11
Whittington
Deadline: March 30
Girl Scouts will learn how to mentor and work with younger girls to build skills towards being a camp counselor.
Troop Information Nights
Honor Troops
Daisies-Ambassadors; Volunteers
January 26
Deadline: January 19
Serve with patriot spirit! Learn how your troop can contribute to the community by helping lead flag ceremonies. Girl Scout Volunteers should be present at this meeting if their troop would like to participate.
Council Travel
Cadettes-Ambassadors; Adults
March 3
Deadline: February 23
Learn about council trips, GSUSA Destinations, and how to travel with your troop! Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can register and listen in on their own. All other levels can listen in with an Adult representative.
Highest Awards
Cadettes-Ambassadors; Adults
March 3
Deadline: March 2
Girl Scouts and adults can learn more about getting started towards earning the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. Brainstorm project ideas and see how adults can help support Girl Scouts on their way.
Honor Troops
Daisies-Ambassadors; Volunteers
March 4
Deadline: March 2
Learn how to serve with patriotic spirit by leading flag ceremonies!
Looking Forward
Look Ahead with Our Online Planner
May 2: STEM Spa Science Day in Carbondale
August 1: Daisy Think Like an Engineer in Edwardsville
September 5-6: STEMFest Overnight at City Museum in St. Louis
Girl Scout Summer Camp is open for registration!
Please note: This Program Alert was last updated on January 9, 2026. Be sure to check our online Event Calendar for the most up-to-date information about Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois programs.
