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Council Events

Here at Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland we host a varity of special events throughout the year aimed at providing girls and volunteers experiences that not only help them grow as individuals but also create memories that last a lifetime. Below you will find descriptions and dates for these events. The information we provide will change frequently so make sure to check here often. 

Annual Meeting

Saturday, April 15, 2023
Columbus State Community College
Mitchell Hall
224 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH 43215

Save the Date! Our 2023 Annual Meeting is right around the corner. This is the council business meeting at which we vote on changes to the Code of Regulations, elect board members, board development committee members, girl board members, girl delegate advisory committee members, and delegates to National Council Session.

A complimentary continental breakfast will be provided.

Registration and breakfast:
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

Annual Meeting:
10:00 a.m.¬–12:00 p.m.

Registration information coming soon. 

NEW Cardboard Boat Regatta

New for 2023! Grab your team and construct your life-sized boat out of nothing but duct tape and cardboard. Then, join us in the pond at Camp Crooked Lane as we host a friendly competition to find out who made the best boat. Sharpen your design and construction skills by putting them to the ultimate test! Fun patch is included. You won't want to miss this unique experience open to all ages. 

Get ready to set sail on Sun., June 25, 2023

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Girl Scout Week

Girl Scout Week 2023: March 12-18

Whether you’re a Girl Scout alum, a current member, a dedicated volunteer, or you simply have an extraordinary Girl Scout in your life, you’re an important part of the Girl Scout family. And you know what families do together? Celebrate!

Girl Scout Week is definitely something to celebrate. So we’re challenging our girls and adults to show off their Girl Scout spirit during the week of our birthday! Each day from Sunday, March 12, through Saturday, March 18, is a day of action focused on a powerful yet simple way to “give it up” for Girl Scouts.

We want to see what you're doing each day of Girl Scout Week! Remember to tag us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

Tag us @GirlScoutsOH, use hashtags #GirlScoutsOH and #girlscoutweek

Girl Scout Sunday - March 12

Sunday, March 12: Girl Scout Sunday

  • Celebrate the global sisterhood of Girl Scouts by learning about the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGS) which connects girls and young women from 152 countries.
  • Get outside and do something meaningful! Go for a hike, organize a beach cleanup with your troop, or plant a spring garden. Giving back is part of who we are as Girl Scouts!
  • Explore the connections between your faith and the Girl Scout Law, a longstanding tradition during Girl Scout Week.
  • Honor the Girl Scout sisterhood at your place of worship by asking your congregational leaders to recognize Girl Scouts in your community and wearing your uniform to services. If your congregation isn’t already hosting a Girl Scout Sunday, start the conversation: ask how you can work with them to host a service or faith event for Girl Scouts. Remember a Girl Scout Sunday can happen throughout the year! Organize it with your faith leader(s) at a time that works best for your community. Find resources and learn more here!
  • Help GSOH recognize Girl Scouts who have earned Girl Scouts' national My Promise, My Faith Awards and religious recognitions for specific faiths. 
Make New Friends Monday - March 13

Monday, March 13: Make New Friends Monday

Celebrate Girl Scout spirit and friendship!

  • Make a small token like a friendship bracelet or SWAP (SWAP stands for “Special Whatchamacallit Affectionately Pinned Somewhere”) and pass it along it to a girl who you think would make a great Girl Scout. Making new friends is one of the best parts of being a Girl Scout!
  • Share a picture of yourself and a friend on social media. 
Green Out for Girl Scouts - March 14

Tuesday, March 14: Green Out for Girl Scouts 

  • Paint our council green! Wear green to work or school and post your photos on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #GSOHGreenOut.
Girl Scout Spirit Day - March 15

Wednesday, March 15: Girl Scout Spirit Day

  • Display your Girl Scout pride by wearing your uniform to school or work. Show off those well-earned badges and fun patches! 
Throwback Thursday - March 16

Thursday, March 16: Throwback Thursday 

  • Throw it back to last week, or 1912! Share a favorite Girl Scout throwback photo on social media and tag us, #GirlScoutWeek @GirlScoutsOH.
  • Celebrate Girl Scout history! Learn more about how Girl Scouts has been blazing trails and redefining what’s possible for girls everywhere since 1912, igniting a movement where every girl can unlock her full potential, find lifelong friends, and make the world a better place.
Girl Scout Jummah - March 17

Friday, March 17: Girl Scout Jummah

  • Explore the connections between your faith and the Girl Scout Law, a longstanding tradition during Girl Scout Week.
  • Honor the Girl Scout sisterhood at your place of worship by asking your congregational leaders to recognize Girl Scouts in the Muslim community. If your congregation isn’t already hosting a Girl Scout Jummah, start the conversation: ask how you can work with them to host a service or faith event for Girl Scouts. Remember a Girl Scout Jummah can happen throughout the year! Organize it with your faith leader(s) at a time that works best for your community. Find resources and learn more here!
  • Help GSOH recognize Girl Scouts who have earned Girl Scouts' national My Promise, My Faith Awards and religious recognitions for specific faiths. 
Girl Scout Sabbath - March 18

Saturday, March 18: Girl Scout Birthday & Girl Scout Sabbath

  • Explore the connections between your faith and the Girl Scout Law, a longstanding tradition during Girl Scout Week.
  • Honor the Girl Scout sisterhood with your synagogue by asking your congregational leaders to recognize Girl Scouts in the Jewish community and wearing your uniform to services. If your congregation isn’t already hosting a Girl Scout Sabbath, start the conversation: ask how you can work with them to host a service or faith event for Girl Scouts. Remember a Girl Scout Sabbath can happen throughout the year! Organize it with your faith leader(s) at a time that works best for your community. Find resources and learn more here!
  • Help GSOH recognize Girl Scouts who have earned Girl Scouts' national My Promise, My Faith Awards and religious recognitions for specific faiths. 
Mall Lock-In

The DJ will keep Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors dancing while they roam the magical halls of the mall after-hours! Come dressed in an enchanted costume and meet other wizards and witches that have taken over the mall. Try activities that test your magical abilities and practice financial literacy skills to earn prize tickets. Cast a spell and shop at your favorite stores and keep the party going all night long. Custom fun patch, lanyard and shopping bag included!

Adults are required for this program. All adults must register and pay the registration fee. Please be sure to follow the appropriate adult-to-girl ratio as outlined in the Safety Activity Checkpoints. Adults must also pass a background check before attending.

Location: Indian Mound Mall, 771 S 30th St Ste 9001, Heath, OH 43056
Date:  Saturday, April 22-23, 2023
Time:  Check in 9:30-10:30 p.m., Check out 5:00-6:00 a.m.

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Questions?

Please call Customer Care at 614-487-8101 and reference Mall Lock In. Email questions can be sent to customercare@gsoh.org

State of the Girl
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State of the Girl is a community event that elevates the voices of girls and illuminates the key issues that affect their lives. From girls at the beginning of their leadership journey to our inspiring alumni keynote speaker, this event encompasses the Girl Scout mission to advocate for girls in our own community and across the nation.

Save the date for our 2023 State of the Girl: 

Tuesday, March 7
8:30 - 9:30 AM  
Columbus State Community College 

 

We are thrilled to announce our 2023 State of the Girl Keynote Speaker: County Commissioner Erica Crawley 

Commissioner Erica C. Crawley is a mother, advocate, and veteran. She is also a proud first-generation college graduate, holds a J.D. from Capital University Law School and M.P.A from Walden University. Commissioner Erica C. Crawley is now the first Black woman Franklin County Commissioner and Board President.

Before her service as a Franklin County Commissioner, Crawley served in the Ohio House of Representatives representing the 26th District. There, she worked on maternal health, infant mortality, birth-to-five initiatives, housing and food insecurity, and veterans’ issues. She also served as the Ranking Member on the House Finance Committee, among other legislative committees. She was previously appointed to the Governor’s Commission on Infant Mortality, the Commission on Minority Health, the State Controlling Board, the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board, and is a founding member of Ohio’s Black Maternal Health Caucus.

Prior to her service in elected office, Commissioner Crawley worked on behalf of children and families as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA), and in positions with the YWCA Head Start/Early Start Program and the Black Child Development Institute. 

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