Check out the MAC Townhall Meeting Minutes from April 2012.

Click here to go to the MAC homepage for the minutes.

GSHOM offices will be closed for a staff seminar on Thursday, May 17, 2012. Shops will also be closed with the exception of the Saginaw and Kalamazoo locations. We will be open for regular business... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=435 News Tue, 15 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 May 14, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794.7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

LINDEN --The Pinckney-Hamburg-Lakeland Service Area of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan dedicated the new Avenue of Flags at Camp Linden May 5 during the PHL Encampment. Mackinac Island Honor Scouts... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=434 News Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 May 10, 2012

Nestle Crunch today has announced the debut of Girl Scout Candy Bars, available through September, 2012.

The new candy was inspired by the three most popular flavors of Girl Scout Cookies:<... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=433 News Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 May 2, 2012

Now that our new online registration system is up and running, we are updating lifetime member records with up-to-date contact information. This way, we can ensure all of our members receive... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=432 News Wed, 02 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 30, 2012

KALAMAZOO - To the casual observer Thursday's Bake-Off Benefit at the Program and Training Center may have been about little more than sampling decadently sweet desserts created by area chefs.

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

Source: Charr Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

By Jan Barker, CEO, Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

Girl Scout Brownie Troop 40709, of Our Lady of Victory Catholic School in Northville, recently completed the newest Girl Scout Religious Award , "My Promise, My Faith." With the spiritual guidance... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=426 News Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 3, 2012

Register for GSHOM Resident Camp by June 1, 2012 and you will be entered into a drawing for a SUPER COOL CAMPER PACKAGE!*

Camper Package Includes:

• camp t-shirt
... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=414 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012


Kalamazoo -... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=422 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

KALAMAZOO - Girl Scout cookies -yup, there's an app for that.

Cookie booths staffed by Girl Scouts from troops throughout Southwest Michigan will be set up from now until April 22 at... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=421 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

Each year, on April 22nd, we celebrate the dedication and hard work of an amazing group of women and men--Girl Scout Leaders!

Girl Scout leader's day is a great time to show appreciation... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=413 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

(Kalamazoo--)The Board of Trustees of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM) has announced the formation of the GSHOM 100th Anniversary Friendship Circle, with five founding members. Members of the... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=410 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=417 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

Research conducted by the Girl Scouts Research Institute (GSRI) indicates that "The number one concern, noted by 32% of girls ages 8-17, was being teased or being made fun of". (GSRI, Feeling Safe:... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=418 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

Area Manager Webinar two dates to choose from:

Tuesday July 10, 2012 9:30-11am Area Manager Webinar

Wednesday July 18, 2012 7-8:30pm Area Manager Webinar

Troop... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=420 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

The Junior Girl Scout Troop #41694 and Heritage elementary kids wrote 150 letters to Dexter elementary school students to cheer them up in wake of the March 15 tornado.

jritchie@gshom.org

As guests mix, mingle and bid on silent auction items, area chefs compete to see who can create the best dessert from what else? Girl Scout cookies!

What's more is that all proceeds fund... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=412 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012



It's easier... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=419 News Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0400 April 2, 2012

As summer approaches, it's time to complete your troop's end of the year documents. The

(Saginaw--) Girl Scouts Heart of... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=408 News Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 March 26, 2012

Source: Jane Parikh
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Communications
Phone: 800-497-2688
Email: jparikh@gshom.org

Jessica Decker, owner of Decker's Coffee, said her coffee shop had a few extra customers as a result of the Sing-Along. She said additional customers are always a positive for her business which... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=407 News Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 March 26, 2012



... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=409 News Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 March 21, 2012

By Jan Barker
Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Women who were Girl Scouts feel better about themselves, are more active as mentors and community... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=406 News Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0400 March 21, 2012

April 20 & 21

cluttrell@gshom.org

(LANSING - ) A once-in-a lifetime birthday celebration deserves some over-the-top gifts, and that's what Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan plans to present to those who attend the Girl Scouts' 100th... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=403 News Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0500 March 6, 2012

Come to Lansing on March 24

Join Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan for our annual "Celebrating Leadership" luncheon and help us honor the women who give so much of themselves for our girls.... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=402 News Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0500 March 6, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org



... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=400 News Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0500 March 5, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

Open to the Public

http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=399 News Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 21, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

(Ann Arbor--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for stories of local women from the 1920's and 1930's who have earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, now known as the Gold Award, but... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=395 News Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 21, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

(Saginaw--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for stories of local women from the 1920's and 1930's who have earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, now known as the Gold Award, but known... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=396 News Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 21, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Phone: (734) 794-7431
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

(Kalamazoo--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for stories of local women from the 1920's and 1930's who have earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, now known as the Gold Award, but... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=397 News Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 16, 2012

The girl membership goal's for 2011-12 has been met for these areas:

473 Manchester in Jan '12
631 Napoleon in Dec '11
652 Springport in Dec '11
301 Corunna/Owosso/New... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=393 News Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 16, 2012

What does love look like to children? Love equals time.

That's the message that Jan Barker, CEO of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, brought to an audience of Girl Scout leaders, parents and... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=392 News Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 14, 2012

Source: Char Luttrell
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

Did you know ...

• That much of today's online gaming requires that players group together to achieve a "team goal" and that young players tend to think of other teammates as... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=391 News Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 13, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  Many Troops to Accept Credit Cards

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=390 News Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 13, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Jackson--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for stories of Jackson area women from the 1920's and 1930's who earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, now known as the Gold Award, but... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=389 News Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 13, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Lansing--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for stories of Lansing women from the 1920's and 1930's who earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, now known as the Gold Award, but known... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=388 News Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 10, 2012

  Source: GSHOM Communications
  Phone: 800-497-2688
  Email: gshom@gshom.org

  Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan believes that decisions on sensitive issues such as birth control and abortion are best left to girls, their families and their religious advisors.

  GSHOM... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=387 News Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 7, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=385 News Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  Janet Olsen and Karen Pace want educators, parents and youth leaders to know that the toxic effects of bullying damage everyone in the "bullying triangle:" bullies, victims and bystanders. ... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=384 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  "Self-esteem is a very, very key issue in today's world," said Debra Gano, speaker at Saturday's Girl Developers' Summit. "All of the world's problems are caused by low self-esteem...wars,... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=382 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  Rhonda Overberger, a Kalamazoo-based therapist, said there was very little information available to her when she began treating patients with eating disorders about seven years ago. Overberger, a... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=383 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  "We are an externally focused society," says Debra Gano, CEO and President of BYOU. "Girls see celebrities and think that it's normal to look like that."

  Girls seem to want to change... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=380 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  You won't learn how to lose weight or get buff arms with Laura Sprague, a Kalamazoo-based personal trainer.

  What the petite and energetic Sprague will teach you is how to love yourself and... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=381 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  Love and Logic expert Maureen Corts demonstrated to participants how to use empathy to connect to children and consequences to teach them, rather than yelling and punishing them.

  "Tell them... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=379 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 6, 2012

  "Way to go! Hot dog! You're a winner!" These are just a few of the ways to praise covered in Teens and Tweens Drama and Depression, presented by Dennis LeClear and Richard F. Riedel.

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=378 News Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 February 2, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (800) 297-2688
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Saginaw) -- Here's an easy way to help Girl Scouts. When you place or renew magazine subscriptions for yourself or others, remember to "Save One Subscription" for the Girl Scouts. Fourteen... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=377 News Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 31, 2012

  The adult education department has been working to continuously improve the way we educate new and returning volunteers at Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM). Keep in mind that this is an... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=347 News Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Congratulations to these areas that have met their girl membership goals for the 2011-12 membership year so far:
  473 Manchester
  631 Napoleon
  652 Springport
  301 Corunna... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=361 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Amanda Kremer
  Job Title: Product Program Specialist
  Department: Product Program
  Phone: (800) 497-2688
  Email: akremer@gshom.org

  QSP and Nut Sale

  The QSP and Nut Sale begins in the Saginaw Region on February 4, 2012. Be on the lookout for a information regarding the CFO program, a special program for cadette,... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=362 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=370 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  During Girl Scout week we also urge girls to connect to their spiritual journey no matter what the faith.

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=371 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  Open to Current and Former Girl Scouts, Friends and Family

  A celebration of Girl Scouting -- 100 years in the making --will take place March 10 when thousands of girls, adult... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=372 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Joann Germinder
  Job Title: Volunteer
  Email: historyteam@Gshom.org

  Be a Docent at the "Follow The Girls - 100 years of Girl Scouting" exhibit!

  This is a 2,000 sq ft exhibit will open March 10, 2012 and run until Aug 26, 2012 at the Michigan Historic Center... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=359 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  With every season of Girl Scout Cookies, another generation of girls learns to set goals, make a plan, and manage money.

  To recognize the efforts of our girls, we offer the following... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=373 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  New Troop Financial Policies

  The new Troop Finance Policies are up on the website on the forms and resources http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=364 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Northville--) Northville Girl Scout Troops 40010 and http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=367 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Battle Creek - The positive long-term impact of Girl Scouting on the lives of girls has resulted in a $1,000 grant from OMNI Community Credit Union to Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.

  In late... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=374 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Owosso--) Girl Scout Troops 30328, 30331, 30465, http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=357 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Jackson) -- Girl Scouts in the Jackson Region of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan are ready to take your order for Girl Scout cookies, beginning Friday, January 20 through February 10.

  In... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=360 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 30, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  Girl Scouts Take Orders January 20 to February 10

  (Jackson) -- Girl Scouts in the Jackson Region of Girl http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=365 News Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 26, 2012

  cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Ann Arbor) -- Girl Scouts in Washtenaw and Livingston Counties are ready to take your order for Girl Scout cookies, beginning Friday, December 16 through January 20, 2012.

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=354 News Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 13, 2012

  Source: Char Luttrell
  Job Title: Communications Specialist
  Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
  Phone: (734) 794-7431
  Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

  (Ann Arbor) -- Girl Scouts in Washtenaw and Livingston Counties are ready to take your order for Girl Scout cookies, beginning Friday, December 16 through January 20, 2012.

  http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=353 News Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 4, 2012

  You Rock Girl Scouts!

  Thank you for giving girls the opportunity to build courage, confidence and character through Girl Scouts!

  Area 504 Kinde/Port Austin/Pigeon/Caseville
  ... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=345 News Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 January 4, 2012

  GSHOM Shops will be closed the following days in January for inventory:

  Ann arbor: January 25, 2012
  Jackson: January 13, 2012
  Kalamazoo: January 5, 2012
  Lansing:... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=342 News Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500 December 9, 2011

  CEO Anna Maria Chavez Announces Girl Scouts Plans to Start Transforming American Leadership During the Iconic Organization's 100th Anniversary

  NEW YORK, N.Y. - In a move designed to focus... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=341 News Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 7, 2011

  Way to go, Napoleon, Springport and Kinde/Caseville! Thank you for making Girl Scouts happen for girls in your communities! Rock on!

  ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=340 News Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 6, 2011

  Source: Kathy Chase
  Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Membership
  Department: Membership
  Phone: 800-497-2688
  Email: kchase@gshom.org

  Ann Arbor - Area Manager Meetings
  Ann Arbor Regional Center
  1900 Manchester Rd.
  Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  Ph (734) 971-8800

  • Tuesday, January 10, 2012, 10:00... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=336 News Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 6, 2011

    All of these events and more can be found in the Family Section of the Source Program Book.

    Hot Chocolate P.... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=338 News Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 5, 2011

    Source: Kathy Chase
    Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Membership
    Department: Membership
    Phone: 800-497-2688
    Email: kchase@gshom.org

    These areas were drawn by region from the areas that met or exceeded 50% of their goal by October 31st :

    Ann Arbor Region - Area #426 - Canton E
    Jackson Region - Area #622 - East... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=329 News Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 5, 2011

    Source: Laura Crosbie
    Job Title: Membership Specialist
    Department: Membership
    Phone: 800-497-2688
    Email: lcrosbie@gshom.org

    You may have heard the term girl-led, but what does it really mean to be a girl-led troop? Girl-led means that girls take an active part in decision-making, planning and implementing the troop's... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=333 News Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 5, 2011

    Phone: (800) 497-2688
    

    Are you leading a troop of Girl Scout Cadettes? What an incredible opportunity you have to "meet them where they are" and to help them deal with all the pressures of middle school! You can do it... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=328 News Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 5, 2011

    Source: Pam Grubaugh
    Job Title: Outdoor Education Program Director
    Department: Camp
    Phone: 800-497-2688
    Email: pgrubaugh@gshom.org

    Have you attended camp for years? Is camp your home away from home during the summer? Do you think everyone should be able to attend camp?

    We are looking for girls, like yourself, to be... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=331 News Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 December 5, 2011

    Source: Jordan Ritchie
    Job Title: Fund Development Specialist
    Department: Fund Development
    Phone: 800-497-2688
    Email: jritchie@gshom.org

    A BIG thank you to everyone who helped make the Saginaw Bake-Off a HUGE success! Proceeds from the event will support Girl Scout outreach programs in the Saginaw Region.

    ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=330 News Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 -0500 November 8, 2011

    The final touches are finished on our cluttrell@gshom.org

    cluttrell@gshom.org
    http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=308 News Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 27, 2011

    Source: Racheal O'Connor & Char Luttrell
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    (Tecumseh--) Girl Scout Troop 60269 sponsored thethird annual "Girl Scouts Doing S'More" booth at the Lenawee Relay for Life on August 12 and 13. The booth focused on cancer education, prevention... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=304 News Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 27, 2011

    Source: Racheal O'Connor & Char Luttrell
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=307 News Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 27, 2011

    Source: Char Luttrell & Racheal O'Connor
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    (Jackson --) Beth Jones, leader of a troop of Girl Scout http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=305 News Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 26, 2011

    Source: Jenn Beaumont
    Job Title: Classic Program Manager
    Department: Kalamazoo Regional Center
    Phone: (269) 532-7063
    Email: jbeaumont@gshom.org

    It's almost time for the 100th Anniversary festivities to begin. Below are some of the major events Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is planning.

    Lansing Sing a Long March 10, 2012
    http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=302 News Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 25, 2011

    Source: Char Luttrell
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    (Ann Arbor-) Chefs Cheryl Hanewich of La Dolce Vita and http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=297 News Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 25, 2011

    Source: Char Luttrell
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    cluttrell@gshom.org
    http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=299 News Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 25, 2011

    Source: Char Luttrell
    Job Title: Communications Specialist
    Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
    Phone: (734) 794-7431
    Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

    http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=298 News Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

    Beginning October 21st, the Girl Scouts in Saginaw Region will begin taking orders through our Annual Cookie Program & Sale. Watch out for Girl Scouts in your communities beginning November 5th... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=289 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

    In order to process program registrations, all adults and girls attending a program must be listed on a program roster.

    Registration Instructions:

    • Page 19 in the... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=285 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      All GSHOM areas that have achieved 50% or more toward their 2011/2012 membership goals as of October 31, 2011 will be put into a drawing for a $25 GSHOM gift certificate. One winner will be drawn... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=287 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 Short-term Cookie Volunteers Needed

      October 24, 2011

      Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is looking for short-term volunteers to host Cookie Cupboards in their areas. Having a cookie cupboard in your neighborhood makes checking out cookies for booths much... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=291 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      Training for troop cookie managers will be held November 7-December 9 in the Ann Arbor Region. Look for more information from your area cookie manager in the coming weeks regarding training dates... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=290 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      Want to raise more money for your troop? Did you miss the regular QSP/nut sale period? Nut Huts are another great opportunity for girls to participate in the QSP/nut program. We encourage every... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=288 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      Mark your calendars now for the 2012 GSHOM Volunteer Recognition Luncheon, to be held on Saturday, March 24 at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. You won't want to miss it!

      Join us as we... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=294 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      All volunteers and girls register as members of Girl Scouts each year. Among many other perks, this membership provides supplemental activity insurance for individuals when participating in Girl... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=292 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      Source: Mariela Rua
      Job Title: Adult Recruitment & Education Specialist
      Department: Adult Recruitment & Education
      Email: mrua@gshom.org

      Mark your calendar for the 2012 Girl Developers' Summit on February 4! More information, including registration materials and presenters is coming soon!

      ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=286 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 24, 2011

      Ann Arbor - Area Manager Meetings

      Ann Arbor Regional Center
      1900 Manchester Rd.
      Ann Arbor, MI 48104
      Ph (734) 971-8800

      • Tuesday, January 10, 2012, 10:00 am ... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=295 News Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 23, 2011

        Source: Char Luttrell
        Job Title: Communications Specialist
        Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
        Phone: (734) 794-7431
        Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

        (Kalamazoo --) Girl Scouting is big at Moorsbridge Elementary School, where volunteers like Julie Mellor make sure that the girls take the lead when planning their active Girl Scout year. Mellor, a... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=282 News Sun, 23 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 23, 2011

        Source: Char Luttrell
        Job Title: Communications Specialist
        Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
        Phone: (734) 794-7431
        Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

        (Lansing) -- Families with girls in kindergarten through third grade are welcome to the Girl Scout's fall open house, 1-3 p.m., Sunday, October 2 at the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Lansing... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=281 News Sun, 23 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 23, 2011

        Source: Char Luttrell
        Job Title: Communications Specialist
        Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
        Phone: (734) 794-7431
        Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

        (Northville--) Northville Girl Scout troops have donated 38 flowers to the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles (GSGLA) 100th Anniversary Float, an entry in the Tournament of Roses Parade. The goal... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=280 News Sun, 23 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 10, 2011

        Source: Char Luttrell
        Job Title: Communications Specialist
        Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
        Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

        (Ann Arbor) Here's an easy way to help Girl Scouts while looking ahead to holiday gift-giving. When you place or renew magazine subscriptions for yourself or for those on your holiday gift list,... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=278 News Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 October 7, 2011

        Girl Scouting may be 100 years old, but new Girl Scout badges are as up-to-the minutes as today's tech-savvy girls.

        Girl Scouts can still earn badges that have stood the test of time... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=277 News Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 29, 2011

        CFO (Creative Funding Opportunity) is a program created specifically for Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts that allows you to earn money for your troop or Juliette account, while learning... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=272 News Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 29, 2011

        The cookie program begins in the Saginaw region on October 21, 2011. Troops should attend trainings hosted by their area cookie manager throughout the next month. For more information, contact... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=271 News Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 29, 2011

        Council Shops are open 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday with the exception of:

        Turkeyville Service Center

        • Normal Business Hours: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Mon-Fri and... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=275 News Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 29, 2011

          GSHOM's Turkeyville Service Center & Shop is now open:

          Monday thru Friday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
          Saturday (every Saturday) 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
          (Closed for lunch 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. daily)

          ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=273 News Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 29, 2011

          Beginning January 1, 2012, GSHOM will institute a late training registration fee. Deadline for training registrations are 5 (five) business days before the training takes place (unless otherwise... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=265 News Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 26, 2011

          It has come to our attention that a few Source program books are missing pages 95-105. We are currently working with our printer to replace defective books. If your Source is missing... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=262 News Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 21, 2011

          Lansing - While dropping off Camp books around town, Jenelle Jagmin, membership specialist at the Lansing regional office, came up with a way to boost Cadette-age participation.

          Beginning... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=260 News Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 September 20, 2011

          View online.

          Check out the new Volunteer Essentials online!

          ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=252 News Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400 What does this mean for GSHOM?

          August 30, 2011

          In July, the American Red Cross implemented a number of changes designed to enhance the quality and value of their programs and services.

          What does this mean for GSHOM?
          The new... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=245 News Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 Exchange your legacy council flag for a new one!

          August 30, 2011

          Source: Sherry Holley
          Job Title: Retail Sales Specialist
          Department: Retail
          Phone: 1-800-497-2688
          Email: sholley@gshom.org

          Registered members of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan can exchange their legacy council flag for a new Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Flag at wholesale cost! Simply bring in your old flag to any GSHOM... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=240 News Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 Love to read? Love to talk? Love to get together with friends at the mall?

          August 30, 2011

          Source: Jenelle Jagmin
          Job Title: Membership Specialist
          Department: Membership
          Phone: 517-742-4753
          Email: jjagmin@gshom.org

          Love to read? Love to talk? Love to get together with friends at the mall? Join Lansing's Girl Scout Book Club starting this fall at Schuler Books and Music in the Eastwood Towne Center.

          http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=242 News Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 August 29, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: (734) 794-7431
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=234 News Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 August 17, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: (734) 794-7431
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          Girl Scout Membership Up Six Percent in Ypsilanti

          http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=233 News Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 August 11, 2011

          Click here to view the new Volunteer Essentials Resource Guide!

          ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=229 News Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 August 8, 2011

          The Postal Service announced that it will salute the Girl Scouts in 2012 by... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=227 News Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 August 2, 2011

          "I wanted to be a clown for Halloween, but I just realized wow this is goofy stuff," said the 7-year-old, citing the floppy shoes, outrageous wigs and face paint.

          Kylie, of Concord, was one... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=225 News Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:00:00 -0400 July 29, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          Springport Girl Scouts Top Membership Goals for 2010-2011

          (Jackson--) Girl Scouts in Springport have blown past their membership goals, with troops in all three schools showing a 44... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=224 News Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:00:00 -0400 July 15, 2011

          Click here to view.

          ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=221 News Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:00:00 -0400 July 13, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Northville--) Girl Scout Cadette Troops 40844 and 40010 from Northville are going strong all summer, making this the summer of the Michigan College Tour.

          cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Lansing--) In May, six third and fourth grade Girl http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=215 News Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:00:00 -0400 July 6, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          cluttrell@gshom.org
          cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Jackson-) Come join the circus! Clown around, play games, learn how to be a circus performer and train animals to do circus tricks! Join the GS Circus, hosted by Girl Scout Troop 60245, 9 a.m. to... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=209 News Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 13, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Saginaw--) Girls will enjoycluttrell@gshom.org

          (Kalamazoo--) Five girls from the Battle Creek area received the Girl Scout Gold Award at a ceremony held May 22 at the Girl Scout Program and Training Center, Kalamazoo. The girls were honored by... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=203 News Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 10, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Ceter
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Jackson--) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigancluttrell@gshom.org

          (Owosso --) Come join the pirate crew at "Great Lake http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=204 News Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 9, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Lansing--) Kristin Phillips of Mason is the winner of the http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=201 News Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 9, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Saginaw--) Girls will enjoy four days of crafts, fire http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=202 News Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 6, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Ann Arbor--) Five girls from Ann Arbor received the Girl http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=199 News Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 June 6, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Ann Arbor--) Five girls from Dexter received the Girl Scout Gold Award at a ceremony held May 17 at the Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center, in Ypsilanti. The girls were honored by... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=200 News Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 May 26, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Ann Arbor--) Shannon Fegan, and Kirstyn Hein, both of Pinckney, have received the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest achievement a girl can reach in Girl Scouting. Shannon was honored at a... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=197 News Thu, 26 May 2011 12:00:00 -0400 May 25, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communication Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 467-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Ann Arbor--) Four girls from Northville received the Girl Scout Gold Award at a ceremony held May 17 at the Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center in Ypsilanti. The girls were honored by... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=195 News Wed, 25 May 2011 12:00:00 -0400 May 25, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 800 497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Lansing --) Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM) honored two volunteers from Laingsburg at the Lansing Regional Girl and Adult Recognition Event, held May 12 at Holt High School.

          Sherry... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=194 News Wed, 25 May 2011 12:00:00 -0400 May 2, 2011

          The National Council Session has announced the launch of the Girl Scouts of the USA 2011 National Council Session Website. This site will be the primary destination for all activities associated... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=162 News Mon, 02 May 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 31, 2011

          Visit our Programs section to learn more!

          ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=154 News Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 24, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
          Phone: 1-800-497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Jackson,MI --) Mary Bazan, patient finance services http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=142 News Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 24, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
          Phone: 1-800-497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Saginaw, MI --) William Bailey and Heidi Fransen have http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=140 News Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 24, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
          Phone: 800-497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Ann Arbor, MI --) James Davis and Jennifer Foulk have been elected to the Board of Trustees of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM). The two Northville residents were named to the volunteer... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=143 News Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 24, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
          Phone: 1-800-497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Kalamazoo, MI -- ) An accountant from Vicksburg is the new chair of the Board of Trustees of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan. Mary Flegal, owner of Flegal and Tibbits, Portage, was elected to the... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=141 News Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 14, 2011

          Source: Char Luttrell
          Job Title: Communications Specialist
          Department: Ann Arbor Regional Center
          Phone: 1-800-497-2688
          Email: cluttrell@gshom.org

          (Lansing-) Chefs from the Radisson Hotel and Lansing http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=135 News Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 March 2, 2011

          For 99 years, Girl Scouting has been preparing girls for http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=130 News Wed, 02 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0500 October 21, 2010

          Programs of Religious Activities with Youth (PRAY)'s, mission is to foster the Christian growth of children, youth, and families through churches and youth serving agencies. P.R.A.Y. is a nonprofit... ]]> http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=89 News Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:00:00 -0400 August 12, 2010

          The 2010-2011 Source, the "Go-To" Guide for volunteers, girls and their families, is here!

          http://www.gshom.org/news.php?article_id=63 News Thu, 12 Aug 2010 12:00:00 -0400