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Get a taste of Girl Scouting! Meet Girl Scout volunteers and staff.
Are you interested in Girl Scouts but would like to meet local volunteers or staff to get questions answered? Would your child like the opportunity to try out some Girl Scout activities? Check out our upcoming events for prospective Girl Scout families!
Local and Regional Events
Attend an event specifically for your area to try out Girl Scout activities and/or meet with local staff or volunteers. Click on your county name to find upcoming events! Complete the form below to be notified of future events as well as learn more about Girl Scouts.
Alameda 
Fremont, Newark & Union City | Girl Scout Pizza and Pajama Party
Date: Monday, September 16, 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: First United Methodist Church, 2950 Washington Blvd. Fremont, CA 94539
Families, you are invited to a Girl Scout Pajama Party! While your child has had a chance to do some activities, we'll take some time to answer any questions you may have about Girl Scouts and discuss how you can keep the party going by joining Girl Scouts!
Hayward & Castro Valley | Girl Scout Space Science Night at the Cabin
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 3:00-4:00 PM
Location: Girl Scout Cabin, 24176 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94551
Hayward & Castro Valley girls and their parents are invited to try out Girl Scouts and learn how to get started!
Berkeley | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 4:00-5:30 PM
Location: 1300 Rose Street, Berkeley CA 94702
A fun afternoon in the park for families who are interested in learning more about Girl Scouts!
Oakland, Emeryville & Piedmont | Girl Scouts S'mores and More!
Date: Saturday, September 21, 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Oakland Public Library: Dimond Branch, 3565 Fruitvale Ave Oakland, CA 94602
Families from Oakland, Emeryville, and Piedmont are invited to try out Girl Scouts and learn how to get started!
Fremont, Newark & Union City | Girl Scouts S'mores and More
Date: Monday, September 23, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Veterans Memorial Hall, 37154 2nd St. Fremont, CA 94536
Families from Fremont, Newark and Union City are invited to try out Girl Scouts and learn how to get started!
Berkeley & West Contra Costa | Virtual Girl Scouts Information Session
Date: Tuesday, September 24, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the amazing things Girl Scouts has to offer and how you can get involved within your community.
San Leandro & San Lorenzo | Girl Scouts Meet & Greet at the Park
Date: Saturday, September 28, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Location: Washington Manor Park, 149000 Zelma St San Leandro, CA 94579
Families from San Leandro & San Lorenzo are invited to come play at the park and learn more about Girl Scouts!
Alameda | Girl Scout Round Up!
Date: Saturday, September 28, 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Franklin Park - 1432 San Antonio Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Come see what Girl Scouts is about and meet some of our troops as we also welcome back our troops from the summer holiday!
Oakland, Piedmont & Emeryville | Girl Scout Table
Date: Thursday, October 10, 5:00-8:00 PM
Location: Lincoln Square Park, 261 11th Street Oakland, CA 94607
Stop by the Girl Scout Table at Lincoln Summer Nights to meet Girl Scouts, ask questions, and find out how to participate in Girl Scouts!
Butte-Glenn-Tehama
More events coming soon!
Contra Costa
San Ramon | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Saturday, September 14, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Athan Downs Park. Montevideo Drive & Davona Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583
We can’t wait to meet you and your child at Girl Scouts in the Park! Local volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts will be there to answer questions that you may have about Girl Scouts and how you can get started. Your girl will have an opportunity to try out Girl Scout activities too! This free event is intended for youth in K-5 in San Ramon who are not yet members of Girl Scouts but would like to get started on their journey or learn more.
El Sobrante | Girl Scout Table
Date: Sunday, September 15, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location: 3873 San Pablo Dam Road El Sobrante, CA 94803
Learn more about Girl Scouts, our programs, and how to get involved. We'll have fun activities and information to share with everyone.
Oakley | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: Oakley Elementary School, 501 Norcross Lane, Oakley CA 94561
Join us to find out more about Girl Scouts and how to get started with a new troop! Get your questions answered and learn about the benefits of this girl-lead program, how your family can get started, and the next steps in starting up new troops.
Creekside | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 7:00-8:00 PM
Location: Las Juntas Elementary School, 4105 Pacheco Boulevard Martinez, CA 94553
Learn more about Girl Scouts and how to get started with a new troop! Join us to get your questions answered and learn about the benefits of this youth-lead program, how your family can get started, and the next steps in starting up new troops.
Concord, Pleasant Hill & Martinez | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Friday, September 20, 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Cambridge Park, 1135 Lacey Lane Concord, CA
94520
Come meet us at the park for a fun activity and to try out Girl Scouts, get your questions answered and meet other interested families!
Martinez | Girl Scout Table at Martinez Pride
Date: Saturday, September 21, 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Martinez Waterfront Park, 245 N. Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553
Stop by our table at Martinez Pride for a fun activity and to learn how you can get involved in Girl Scouts!
Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk & Diablo | Parent Info and Troop Building Night
Date: Monday, September 23, 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Valley Elementary School, MPR. 2200 Holbrook Dr, Danville, CA 94506
We will be forming troops for kindergarten in the Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk, and Diablo schools! Come along to find out more, have your questions answered, and get started with Girl Scouts. Primarily for kindergarten families, but all grades are welcome to come along and learn about our Girl-Led leadership program. The evening is geared towards parents, and we will be discussing how to form a Girl Scout troop at your school.
Brentwood | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Monday, September 23, 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Creekside Park, 1010 Claremont Drive Brentwood, CA 94513
Come meet us at the park for a fun activity and to try out Girl Scouts, get your questions answered and meet other interested families!
Brentwood & Knightsen | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Tuesday, September 24, 3:30-5:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Park, 192 Scott Creek Way, Brentwood, CA 94513
Come meet us at the park for a fun activity and to try out Girl Scouts, get your questions answered and meet other interested families!
Concord, Pleasant Hill & Martinez | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2:00-4:00 PM
Location: Hidden Valley Park, Redwood Avenue and Center Avenue
Martinez, CA 94553
Come meet us at the park for a fun activity and to try out Girl Scouts, get your questions answered and meet other interested families!
Richmond | Girl Scout Table
Date: Friday, September 27, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804
Come hang out with us, learn about Girl Scouts, and maybe even score some cool swag. It's gonna be a day full of fun, food, and festivities at our Girl Scout Table at the Civic Center Farmers Market.
Walnut Creek | Girl Scout Table
Date: September 27-28, 4:00-9:00 PM
Location: Civic Park East, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Come learn more about Girl Scouts at Walnut Creek's Oktoberfest! Join us for a day of fun-filled activities and games at Civic Park East. This annual event features arts, crafts, food vendors, music, and more. Volunteers and staff from Girl Scouts of Northern California will be available to answer any questions you may have about Girl Scouts and getting involved..
Concord, Pleasant Hill & Martnez | Girl Scouts in the Park
Date: Monday, September 30, 2:00-4:00 PM
Location: Martinez Waterfront Park, 245 N Court Street Martinez, CA 94553
Come meet us at the park for a fun activity and to try out Girl Scouts, get your questions answered and meet other interested families!
Del Norte-Humboldt
Eureka | Lafayette Elementary Try Out Girl Scouts!
Date: Monday, September 16, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Lafayette Elementary School, 100 Park Street Eureka, CA 95501
Come join us at Lafayette Elementary School for a fun-filled evening of learning about Girl Scouts! This in-person event is perfect for girls who want to discover what Girl Scouts is all about. Meet new friends, participate in exciting Girl Scout badge activities, and learn how to be a leader. Don't miss out on this opportunity to try out Girl Scouts and see if it's the right fit for you. We can't wait to see you there!
Eureka | Washington Elementary Girl Scout STEM Night
Date: Thursday, September 19, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Washington Elementary, 3322 Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95503
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Washington Elementary School in Eureka! Connect with other interested families to learn more about how to get involved with Girl Scouts while your children enjoy fun STEM activites and try out Girl Scouts! Learn what it takes to start and lead a Girl Scout troop and meet local staff who can answer all your questions!
Crescent City | Bess Maxwell Elementary Girl Scout Science of S'mores Night
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Bess Maxwell Elementary, 1124 El Dorado St, Crescent City, CA 95531
Join us at Bess Maxwell Elementary School to learn more about how to get involved with Girl Scouts! Meet other interested familes, learn about our program and ask our local staff person all your questions about Girl Scouts.
Lake-Mendocino
More events coming soon!
Marin
San Francisco & Marin County | Virtual Girl Scouts Information Session
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the amazing things Girl Scouts has to offer and how you can get involved within your community.
Napa-Sonoma
Santa Rosa | Discover Girl Scouts!
Date: Sunday, September 15, 1:00-2:30 PM
Location: Girls Scouts of Northern California - Santa Rosa Activity Room, 4825 Old Redwood Highway Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Discover Girl Scouts! Local volunteers and Girl Scouts of Northern California staff will be on hand to provide information and to answer your questions about how you can get started in Girl Scouts while youth try out Girl Scouts. Let's start a Girl Scout Troop in Santa Rosa together!
Petaluma | Virtual Girl Scout Information Session
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Are you interested in joining or starting a Daisy (Kindergarten) troop at Loma Vista or Grant Elementary? Join us for a Parent Information Night online and explore Girl Scouts opportunities with us!
Forestville | Girl Scouts Welcome Troop
Date: September 18, 25 & October 2, 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: Forestville Youth Park, 6935 Mirabel Road, Forestville, CA 95436
Families in the Forestville/River/West County Area are invited to join us for Welcome Troop Sessions held at Forestville Youth Park. Join the fun, ask Questions, See what Girl Scouts has to offer!
San Francisco-San Mateo
Redwood City | Fall Kickoff
Date: Sunday, September 15, 2:30-4:00 PM
Location: Redwood City Elks Lodge #1991, 938 Wilmington Way Redwood City, CA 94062
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual Fall Kickoff to learn about local Girl Scouts and how to get started!
San Francisco & Marin | Coastside Fall Kickoff
Date: Thursday, September 17, 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Learn more about the amazing things Girl Scouts has to offer and how you can get involved within your community.
Sister Cities | Fall Kickoff
Date: Thursday, September 19, 7:00-8:00 PM
Location: San Bruno House (Carlton Corners), 299 Carlton Ave, San Bruno, CA
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual Fall Kickoff to learn about local Girl Scouts and how to get started!
San Mateo & Foster City | Fall Kickoff
Date: Sunday, September 22, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: Audubon Elementary School, 841 Gull Ave Foster City, CA 94404
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual SU389 Fall Kickoff to learn about Girl Scouts in San Mateo & Foster City and how to get started!
San Francisco | Girl Scout Table at Sunday Streets
Date: Sunday, September 22, 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
Location: Golden Gate Ave., between Laguna St. and Webster St., and the Buchanan Street Mall Park in the Western Addition, San Francisco
Come learn more about Girl Scouts at our table at the Sunday Streets SF Western Addition Community Block Party!
Burlingame, Millbrae & San Bruno | Fall Kickoff
Date: Thursday, September 26, 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Location: UMC Church, 1443 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual Fall Kickoff to learn about local Girl Scouts and how to get started!
Menlo Park | Girl Scout Daisies Kickoff
Date: Tuesday, October 1, 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: Trinity Church in Menlo Park (An Episcopal Community), 330 Ravenswood Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual Fall Kickoff to learn about local Girl Scouts and how to get started!
Daly City & Pacifica | Girl Scout Daisies Kickoff
Date: Sunday, October 6, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: San Pedro Valley Park, 600 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044
Youth going into grades TK-5, and their parent or caretaker, are invited to join us for the annual Fall Kickoff to learn about local Girl Scouts and how to get started!
Santa Clara
Palo Alto, Mountain View & Los Altos | Girl Scout STEM Day
Date: Saturday, September 14, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Magical Bridge Playground, 3700 Middlefield Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303
Join us to engage in a day filled with STEM activities. There will be Girl Scout volunteers and staff that will help answer your questions about joining or starting a new troop.
Cupertino | Girl Scout Registration and Fun Event
Date: Saturday, September 14, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Union Church of Cupertino, 20900 Stevens Blvd. Cupertino, CA 95014
Join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how to join! Plus, try our STEM activity, outdoor cooking, and crafts for kids.
Almaden | Discover Girl Scouts
Date: Sunday, September 15, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Greystone Park, Mt Carmel Dr & Camden Ave San Jose, CA 95120
Youth will engage in activites and adults will learn how to sign their family up for Girl Scouts.
Shasta-Siskiyou-Trinity
Palo Cedro | Girl Scout Table
Date: Sunday, September 15, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Historic Hawes Farms, 6465 Deschutes Road, Anderson, CA 96007
Come Pick Flowers at Hawes Farms, Girl Scouts will be there with information on joining a troop or starting a troop.
Redding | Girl Scout Build a Troop Informational Meeting
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Turtle Bay Elementary School, 1330 Arboretum Dr Redding, CA 96003
Discover Girl Scouts! We’ll provide an overview of the Girl Scout program and you’ll learn how, together you along with other adults, can form a troop for your school or community. This free event is intended for parents/caregivers of youth who are not yet members of Girl Scouts, but would like to get started on their journey. This is an informational event, and no youth activities are planned, but there will be a few quiet, self-led activities available if needed for those who need to bring children along.
Redding | Girl Scout Build a Troop Informational Meeting
Date: Thursday, September 19, 6:00- 8:00 PM
Location: Bonny View Elementary School, 5080 Bidwell Road Redding, CA 96001
Discover Girl Scouts! We’ll provide an overview of the Girl Scout program and you’ll learn how, together you along with other adults, can form a troop for your school or community. This free event is intended for parents/caregivers of youth who are not yet members of Girl Scouts, but would like to get started on their journey. This is an informational event, and no youth activities are planned, but there will be a few quiet, self-led activities available if needed for those who need to bring children along..
Anderson | Girl Scout Table
Date: Saturday, September 28, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Rd, Anderson, CA 96007
Join us at our Girl Scout table to learn more about Girl Scouts! This event is to inspire our community to come together and celebrate a day of family, fun and kindness.
Palo Cedro | Girl Scout Table
Date: Saturday, September 28, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Palo Cedro Park, 9373-9435 Cedro Rd, Palo Cedro, CA 96073
Join us at our Girl Scout table to learn more about Girl Scouts! The table will be at the 43rd Annual Honey Bee Festival! At this event, there will be live music, over 100 craft booths, food court, beer, wine and bee strings. Antique Tractor Parade, Live Bee Beard exhibit, Children's play area, honey and of course, our Girl Scout table!
Weaverville | Explore Girl Scouts through a Trolls-Eye View
Date: Sunday, September 29, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Weaverville Scout House, 121 Lowden Ln Weaverville, CA 96093
Discover Girl Scouts! We’ll provide an overview of the Girl Scout program and you’ll learn how, together you along with other adults, can form a troop for your school or community. This free event is intended for parents/caregivers of youth who are not yet members of Girl Scouts, but would like to get started on their journey. This is an informational event, and no youth activities are planned, but there will be a few quiet, self-led activities available if needed for those who need to bring children along.
Anderson | Girl Scout Table
Date: Saturday, October 19, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Coleman National Fish Hatchery, 24411 Coleman Fish Hatchery Rd., Anderson, CA 96007
Visit our Girl Scout Table to learn more about Girl Scouts and try our fun activity! Coleman National Fish Hatchery sponsor return of the salmon festival. Free parking and addmission. learn about spawning operations, and view the salmon swiming up river. Childrens games and acvitives put on multipal information booths.
Solano
Benicia | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Monday, September 16, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Benicia Scout House | Benicia Community Center, 400 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
Come join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!
Benicia | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Monday, September 16, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Benicia Scout House | Benicia Community Center, 400 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
Come join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!
American Canyon & Vallejo | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Thursday, September 19, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Donaldson Way Elementary School, 430 Donaldson Way American Canyon, CA 94503
Come join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!.
Fairfield & Suisun | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Saturday, September 21, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: A Girls Place, 3351 Hillridge Dr., Fairfield CA 94534
Come join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!.
Vacaville | Girl Scout Open House
Date: Thursday, September 26, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Eugene Padan Elementary School, 200 Padan School Road Vacaville, CA 95687
Come join us to learn more about Girl Scouts and how you can get involved!.
