When is a cookie not just a cookie? When it is a Girl Scout Cookie of course! We all know that the Cookie Program is about so much more than cookies. It’s about the girls and supporting their leadership journey. It’s about providing troops with funds to pay for activities or service Marguerite Woungprojects that make our world a Chapman better place. Chair of the Board and And for our council, it’s President of the Council about ensuring Girl Scouting continues to thrive in our community. Proceeds help maintain our camps and keep fees low and attainable for all members. And last but certainly not least, your participation in the Cookie Program makes Girl Scouting a reality for all girls, regardless of their ability to pay, by providing financial assistance and supporting our community outreach program, where staff bring the Girl Scout experience to girls in underserved communities- in schools, homeless shelters and detention centers, among others. So a big thank you to our volunteers! Because you have stepped up to be troop leaders and cookie volunteers, girls are ready to learn the five skills through the Cookie Program. Besides raising money to support our local programs, camps, troops and their communities and regions, girls get to be part of the largest girl-led business in the country. Thank you, parents too! You are a big part of the program from helping girls pick up cookies to helping them plan their business and going out with them to deliver. While cookies are only available in February and March of each year, the program is a major focus all year. Troops secure year-round funding for activities like a special trip, a weekend of camping or next year’s dues. This year as we celebrate 100 years of Girl Scouting in southeast Texas, we welcome a new cookie, Adventurefuls! I’m excited to see what adventures girls will take from the proceeds of this year’s cookie program. Before I sign off, I have even more thanks to give! Thank you for supporting our girls as they make memories they will fondly recall as adults. Thank you for giving your time and talent so they can be a part of this wonderful tradition. And thank you for entrusting us with your Girl Scout’s growth and development. Together, we can make her future brighter. I can’t wait to see what she will accomplish!
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Shop Hours PP for Girls 3000 Southwest Freeway, Houston 713-292-0247 Sun. & Mon. Close Tue. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. TH. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Imperial Valley 15800 Imperial Valley Dr., Houston 281- 447-8870 Sat., Sun., Mon. Close Tue. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. TH. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Lufkin 1202 College Drive, Lufkin 936-634-4688 Sat., Sun., Mon. Close Tue. & Th. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Beaumont 700 North Street, Suite F, Beaumont 409-832-0556 Ext. 1500 Sat., Sun., Mon. Close Tue. Wed., Th. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Westside (curbside pickup only) 531 FM 359 South, Brookshire 281- 822-4250 Wed. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Stafford 12300 Parc Crest, Ste 170, Stafford 281-670-5982 Sun. & Mon. Close Tue. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. TH. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bay Area 1300 A Bay Area Blvd., Ste. 106, Houston 281-282-6077 Sun. & Mon. Close Tue. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. TH. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cypress/Jersey Village 19708 Northwest Freeway, Suite 100, Jersey Village 346-818-3227 Sun. & Mon. Close Tue. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. TH. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop online at gssjc.org.
Hours may alter due to weather. Call before traveling long distances.
New Leader Must-Knows!
Are you a new Girl Scout leader? Here are some things you need to know for the next few months.
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Girl Scout Cookie Program kicks off Feb. 12 and runs through March 28. Get your troop involved! Select a troop cookie manager, take online training and you’re ready to go! For more info, visit gssjc.org/cookies.
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World Thinking Day is Feb. 22. On this day, we celebrate the sisterhood of Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world. Visit girlscouts.org/worldthinkingday for activities for your troop level.
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Get ready for: Girl Scout Week March 6-12! This week celebrates the founding of Girl Scouts on March 12, 1912 and troops are encouraged to celebrate Girl Scouting in the community.
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Get ready for summer 2022! Yes it is getting cold outside, but think about fun summer nights by the campfire. The 2022 camp guide will be in the mail in January. Grab your spot for summer fun. Girl Scout shops and service centers will be closed December 24-January 2 and January 17.
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