Pack 55 Winter Campout at Galveston Island State Park
2023-01-13 21:00 - 2023-01-15 17:00 UTC | Galveston Island State Park, 1411 FM, Dickinson, TX, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
Pack 55 Winter Campout on Jan 13-15, 2023.
Loads of family fun planned. Don’t miss it!
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January Pack Meeting - Cyber Safety for Scouts
2023-01-20 00:30 - 01:30 | The Church of St. John the Divine, Scout Room (Downstairs)
January Pack Meeting – the pack meeting is Thursday, January 19th at St. John Divine at 6:30pm. We will be discussing cyber safety for scouts. We will look at Youtubers, gamers and online group games.
Also, get ready for race day! The pinewood derby races are Saturday, February 4th at St. John Divine. If you have not already picked up your derby car kit, come and get it at the pack meeting or reach out to your den leader.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4687628

God and Me/God and Family
2023-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Rm 208, St John the Divine
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All Adults Encouraged to Attend the February Pack 55 Committee Meeting
2023-02-02 02:00 - 03:00 | On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tf-mppj4jGdVxSrI0gajarrB4A6Z2K2HF
Pack 55 Families:
Join us for our February committee meeting on WEDNESDAY 2/1/23 (NOTE the different day this month due to Pinewood Derby) at 8 PM on Zoom. All adults are encouraged to attend.
We have Pinewood Derby and the Blue and Gold Banquet coming up in February, and we need lots of volunteers to make those events happen. Join us for the monthly committee meeting to prepare for these fun activities.
Do you enjoy participating in the campouts? How about the Pinewood Derby? If the answer is yes, then come and take one hour out of your month to meet with our adult leaders and parents to help plan for the upcoming pack events. All adults are welcome to attend. At least one representative from each den is requested.
Ethan Perry is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Register using the link below:
Topic: Pack 55 Committee Meeting
Time: Feb 1, 2023 08:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 890 8018 5931
Passcode: [REDACTED]
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593788

Pinewood Derby
2023-02-03 22:30 - 2023-02-04 19:00 | Hall Life Center and Sumners Hall, St John the Divine
Pinewood Derby – setup to begin 4 PM on Friday
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4158612

Scout Sunday
2023-02-05 16:45 - 19:00 | North Lawn, St John the Divine
Scout Sunday on February 5th at St. John the Divine, 10:45 AM
Scout Sunday is a special day designated by Boy Scouts of America to recognize the contributions of young people and adults in Scouting. St. John the Divine’s Scout Sunday service will be on Sunday, February 5 at the 11:15 a.m. traditional service in the main church. All Scouts and their families are encouraged to come regardless of their religion. This event is open to everyone. It is always a beautiful service.
Scouts should wear their full Class A (blue or khaki) uniform and arrive by 10:45 a.m. to take a group photo and line-up at the church steps. Allow ample time for parking.
After service, there will be free burgers for lunch!
All are welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593726

St John the Divine Presents: Help! There's a Teenager in the House! Speaker Series
2023-02-10 00:30 - 01:30 | St. John the Divine, Room 236
Pack 55 Families,
Pack 55’s Charter Organization, St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, invites any interested parents to join on February 9 at 6:30 pm for the first in a monthly series of seminars exploring helpful topics for parenting adolescents in “the New Normal”, presented by Teen & Family Service. This event is free, entirely voluntary and open to all parents.
Feb 9, 6:30-7:30pm, “Help! There’s a Teenager in the House!” – The first speaker is Crystal Collier PhD, LPC-S. She is a nationally recognized expert in adolescent neuroscience. Crystal will be talking about challenges and opportunities that present themselves during the various stages of teenage brain development.
Mar 9, 6:30-7:30pm, “Help! There’s a Teenager in the House!” – The second speaker is Dr. Evan Weinberger. Evan will be talking about secrets to academic success.
April 13, 6:30-7:30pm, “Help! There’s a Teenager in the House!” – The third speaker is George Youngblood, LCDC, CCS. George will be talking about teens & high-risk behavior.
May 11, 6:30-7:30pm, “Help! There’s a Teenager in the House!” – The fourth speaker is Sasha Coles, LMFT. Sasha will be talking about Teens & Media.
Please register for one or more of the talks at this link below:
Questions? Reach out to Dan Gannon, 713-354-2265.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4963672

Blue and Gold Banquet, February Pack Meeting
2023-02-23 22:00 - 2023-02-24 02:00 | Hall Life Center, St John the Divine
Blue and Gold Banquet Run by the Wolf Dens
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Important Announcements/Reminders: Blue and Gold Banquet (Thu, Feb 23, 2023, 6pm - 8pm @ SJD)
2023-02-24 00:00 - 02:00 | Hall Life Center (basketball court), St John the Divine
Pack 55 Families.
We look forward to seeing you and your scouts at the Blue and Gold Banquet tomorrow (Thursday, February 23rd, 6:00 PM) at St John the Divine.
1. The event starts at 6:00 PM CT sharp. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled.
2. Food will be served immediately after the opening flag ceremony.
3. Please don’t forget to bring non-perishable food items that will be donated to Houston Food Bank. to food items the Houston Food Bank has requested. Each family who donates will get a raffle ticket to win a prize. There are some really cool prizes to give away!!!
4. Every pack meeting is a recruiting event – bring a neighbor, a friend, or a classmate with you to see how much fun Cub Scouting is. All are welcome.
To make sure we have proper seating arrangements and order the right amount of food/drinks, we would like to request you to fill out this RSVP form (will take less than 1 minute). . Having an accurate headcount will help us tremendously in planning this event. Thank you for your support.
We have great entertainment (Magician, Wolf Dens Performance), Award Ceremonies, Food and Prizes planned for this event. Don’t miss out on this really fun annual event!
Come and celebrate the scouting way!
Pack meeting questions? Email cubmaster@pack55.org
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4158616

All Adults Encouraged to Attend the March Pack 55 Committee Meeting
2023-03-03 02:30 - 03:00 | On Zoom:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tf-mppj4jGdVxSrI0gajarrB4A6Z2K2HF
Pack 55 Families:
Join us for our March committee meeting on Thursday, March 2 at 8:30 PM (note time change due to scheduling conflicts) on Zoom. All adults are encouraged to attend. An agenda will be sent ahead of the meeting on Thursday.
February was a very busy month with the Pinewood Derby and the Blue and Gold Banquet. And we have more fun planned through the rest of the school year. Join us for the monthly committee meeting to prepare for these upcoming activities. We will also be discussing Pack 55 summertime events and next year’s camping plans, so come and be a part of the conversation. We need everyone’s involvement to keep our pack going strong.
Do you enjoy participating in the campouts? How about the Pinewood Derby? If the answer is yes, then come and take one hour out of your month to meet with our adult leaders and parents to help plan for the upcoming pack events. All adults are welcome to attend. At least one representative from each den is requested.
Ethan Perry is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Register using the link below:
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Mar 2, 2023 08:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593789

Pinewood Derby Championship and Pack Meeting
2023-03-23 22:00 - 2023-03-24 02:00 | Hall Life Center, St John the Divine
Pinewood Derby Championship and March Pack Meeting
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March Pack Meeting - Pinewood Derby Championship and Mars Exploration!
2023-03-23 23:30 - 2023-03-24 01:00 | Scout Room, St John the Divine
Our next pack meeting is on Thursday (03/23) at 6:30 PM at SJD (Scout Room, Downstairs).
We’ve got two great events planned.
First, the 2023 Pinewood Derby Championships! All 1st and 2nd place winners and turtles are eligible to race.
We will also have a guest speaker, Jack Henry (PhD Student, Rice University – Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences) with us to have an engaging dialogue around space exploration, NASA’s future Mars missions and more….
Join us for a fun and exciting Pinewood Derby Championship and learn about Space Exploration!!!
Pack meeting questions? Email cubmaster@pack55.org
Pinewood derby questions? Email derby@pack55.org
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4158618

Pack 55 Adult Social/2023-24 Calendar Discussion
2023-04-05 23:00 - 2023-04-06 01:00 | Star Pizza, 2111 Norfolk St, Houston, TX
Wednesday April 5, 2023, Star Pizza @ 6 PM: Pack 55 ADULT Social/2023-24 Calendar Discussion
This pack belongs to us all. Your ideas and your energy help make this pack successful. Do you have ideas for new, fun activities to include in the 2023-24 Pack 55 Calendar? Would you like to meet with other Pack 55 parents in a relaxed social setting? Join us at 6 PM on Wednesday, April 5 at Star Pizza (upstairs seating area, 2111 Norfolk St). RSVP to 832-580-2756 so we know you are coming and can have enough food.
And remember that June 1, 2023 is when all scouts will start working on their next rank. Please go into Scoutbook and mark as COMPLETED all the rank advancements adventures your scout has done. Work with your den leaders to ensure all requirements have been completed (and marked as APPROVED by the den leader) ahead of the June 1 deadline.
We look forward to seeing you at these and future Pack 55 events. We need your energy, ideas and participation! Come and join in the pack planning for 2023-24.
Please reach out with any questions.
Ethan Perry
Pack 55 Committee Chair
832-580-2756
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5010511

April Pack 55 Committee Meeting
2023-04-14 01:00 - 01:45 | On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tf-mppj4jGdVxSrI0gajarrB4A6Z2K2HF
Due to this Thursday being Maundy Thursday ahead of Easter weekend, we will delay the monthly Pack 55 Committee meeting to NEXT week. Please join us at 8 PM on 4/13 on Zoom for this monthly pack committee meeting. All adults are welcome.
Attention Pack 55 Families!
Do you enjoy participating in the campouts? How about the Pinewood Derby? If the answer is yes, then come and take one hour out of your month to meet with our adult leaders and parents to help plan for the upcoming pack events. All adults are welcome to attend. At least one representative from each den is requested.
Bring ideas for Summertime Events for 2023!
Register for the Zoom meeting using the link here:
Ethan Perry
Pack 55 Committee Chair
832-580-2756
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593790

Twin Bayou District Rocket Day!
2023-04-16 20:00 - 23:00 | Rice University – Intramural Field
Pack 55 Families.
This is not a Pack 55 planned event – this event is being run by our Twin Bayou District and is open to all Cub Scouts in the Houston area.
For more details refer to the link:
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5063852

April Pack Meeting - The Most Amazing Reptile Experience
2023-04-20 23:30 - 2023-04-21 01:00 | Scout Room, St John the Divine
Pack 55 Families.
Join us for a fun filled, highly educational and totally interactive Reptile – they are all very safe and friendly.
The show includes different species of reptiles and non-venomous snakes, active audience participation, an extended petting zoo session and a delightful learning experience for our scouts – they will learn about reptile/snake safety in the wild – what to do when you see a reptile/snake on an outing or campout.
There are lots of great picture opportunities, so have your phone/camera batteries charged !!!
Every pack meeting is a recruiting event – bring a neighbor, a friend, or a classmate with you to see how much fun Cub Scouting is. All are welcome.
For any questions about the event? Email cubmaster@pack55.org
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593732

May Pack 55 Committee Meeting
2023-05-05 01:00 - 01:45 | On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tf-mppj4jGdVxSrI0gajarrB4A6Z2K2HF
Attention Pack 55 Families!
It is the first week of May, so that means it is time for our monthly pack committee meeting. We will be discussing the final pack meeting of the school year and the upcoming summertime events. Remember to share invitations to any of these pack events with neighbors/friends and encourage new families to join Pack 55.
Do you enjoy participating in the campouts? How about the Pinewood Derby? If the answer is yes, then come and take one hour out of your month to meet with our adult leaders and parents to help plan for the upcoming pack events. All adults are welcome to attend. At least one representative from each den is requested.
Register for this Zoom meeting at the link below:
We look forward to seeing you on the call.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593792

May Pack Meeting (Thursday, 05/18 @ 6:30 PM at SJD) – Rank Advancement, Ice Cream Social and Water/Squirt Gun Battle
2023-05-18 23:30 - 2023-05-19 01:00 | North Lawn, St John the Divine
Pack 55 Families.
Join us for our last pack meeting of the 2022-2023 year on Thursday, 05/18 @ 6:30 PM at SJD. We will have our traditional ice cream social and end of year promotion recognition.
The activity will be a water/squirt gun battle. To prepare for the event please bring the following:
* Water/Squirt gun for your scout
* Towels to dry off
* Class B uniforms (t-shirts) are ok instead of class A (button down shirts)
For any questions about the event? Email cubmaster@pack55.org
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593734

Twin Bayou District - Twilight Camp 2023
2023-06-05 23:00 - 2023-06-10 02:00 | St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
June 5-9, 2023: Twin Bayou District Twilight Camp Registration is now OPEN!
This fun summer camp for scouts of all ranks takes place right next door at St Luke’s between West Alabama and Westheimer. Do you want to shoot BB guns, learn archery skills, do some leatherworking, play games, swim and do so much more? Then Twilight Camp is for you!
For more details refer to the link:
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Summertime Event # 1
2023-06-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Tbd, 2560 King Arthur Boulevard, Lewisville, TX, 75056, United States
TBD
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=4593796

Pack 55 Summertime Activity #1 - Service Project (Nature Discovery Center)
2023-06-25 14:00 - 17:00 | 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, TX 77401
Welcome to the start of summer, Pack 55 families! The forecast this summer is for HOT weather and plenty of Scouting fun!
Do a Good Turn Daily – the importance of service to others in Scouting.
For our first of three Summertime Pack 55 Events, we will volunteer as a group for the Nature Discovery Center[/url] from 9 AM – 11 AM on Sunday, June 25. We will then have a social event (snacks/refreshments/juices/water will be served) at a picnic area at Nature Discovery Center from 11 AM to Noon.
: This volunteer work will consist of planting/landscaping, raking and trail cleanup, as well as any other tasks the Nature Discovery Center would like done. Duties will be skill/age appropriate.
: All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants; weather appropriate clothing that can get dirty, wet, or muddy. Volunteers should wear cool and comfortable clothing.
This (and all non-camping Pack 55 events) is a recruiting event: bring your family, friends, and any prospective cub scouts to join in this fun event!
If you have questions, please reach out to cubmaster@pack55.org. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, June 25 at 9 AM.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5155206

Pack 55 Summertime Activity #2 - Indoor Rock Climbing (Momentum Indoor Climbing - Katy)
2023-07-22 15:00 - 17:00 | 25410 Katy Mills Parkway Katy, TX 77494
Rock On…..Let’s Go Climbing !!!
Join us for our second Summertime fun filled event at Momentum Indoor Climbing – Katy[/url] from 10 AM – Noon on Saturday, July 22. Snacks, refreshments and drinks will be served.
All visitors (climbers and spectators) are required to complete a release of liability waiver. Waivers for any person under the age of 18 years old must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. to the liability waiver form.
This is a recruiting event! Do you have a friend, neighbor or a classmate of your scout who you think would enjoy being part of Cub Scouts at Pack 55? Bring them along and show them how much fun scouting can be.
If you have questions, please reach out to cubmaster@pack55.org.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5163483

Pack 55 Committee Meeting (August 2023)
2023-08-04 01:00 - 02:00 | Zoom
Join us for our August committee meeting on Thursday, August 3 at 8:00 PM on Zoom. All adults are encouraged to attend.
A new year of Cub Scout activities is quickly approaching, and we’ll use this meeting to continue our planning for the upcoming year and discuss recruiting. We need everyone’s involvement to keep our pack going strong.
Very Respectfully,
Matt Sicinski
Zoom Details:
Topic: Pack 55 Committee Meeting (August)
Time: Aug 3, 2023 08:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Web Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89029578839
Meeting ID: 890 2957 8839
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Pack Leadership/Adult Planning Meeting
2023-08-26 14:00 - 16:00 | 3115 Nottingham Street
Zoom Address: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89134385782
For our adult leaders, and anyone interested in becoming a leader, please join us on the morning of August 26th (Saturday) at 9AM at the Sicinski House (3115 Nottingham Street) for an adult leader kickoff meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the upcoming year, provide cub scout handbooks, discuss Popcorn sales, and answer any questions you have. If you are unable to attend the event in person, please use the link below to attend virtually (Zoom).
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89134385782
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5275073

Pack 55 Summertime Activity #3 - Back to School Pool Party and Recruiting Extravaganza
2023-08-27 00:30 - 02:30 | Colonial Pool Park, West University
Join Pack 55 for a Summertime Pool Party at Colonial Pool Park in West University Place. Lifeguards will be present for water safety. All scouts and families are invited. Snacks, refreshments and drinks will be served. Remember that we are guests of the pool: please no horseplay, running or littering in the pool area.
This is a recruiting event! Do you have a friend, neighbor or a classmate of your scout who you think would enjoy being part of Cub Scouts at Pack 55? Bring them along and show them how much fun scouting can be.
If you have questions, please reach out to cubmaster@pack55.org.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5044080

August Pack Meeting
2023-08-31 23:30 - 2023-09-01 00:45 | Scout Room, St John the Divine
Join Pack 55 for its first meeting of the 2023/2024 school year. At the meeting, the Pack will learn about popcorn sales for the upcoming year, play games in the SJD gym, and learn about upcoming camping trips and the pinewood derby. The adults will also have a breakout session to learn about recruiting efforts and the need to fill key vacancies within the Pack.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5275002

September Pack Committee Meeting
2023-09-08 01:00 - 02:00 | Zoom
Pack Committee Meeting (Virtual/Zoom):
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82038323066
Do you enjoy participating in the campouts? How about the Pinewood Derby? If the answer is yes, then come and take one hour out of your month to meet with our adult leaders and parents to help plan for the upcoming pack events. All adults are welcome to attend. At least one representative from each den is requested.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5274840

Pack 55 Popcorn Virtual Kickoff & Training (for Parents)
2023-09-15 01:15 - 01:45 | Zoom
Join to learn all about the Pack 55 Popcorn details and how to use the Trail’s End app!
Thursday, September 14 at 8:15pm on Zoom
Meeting ID: 976 2415 5036
Password: [REDACTED]
Questions: Reach out to popcorn@pack55.org
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5336396

Popcorn Show and Sell - SJD @ 2450 River Oaks Blvd
2023-09-17 14:00 - 18:00 | The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX, United States
Sign up for Popcorn Show & Sells by logging into Trail’s End.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5247600

September Pack Meeting
2023-09-21 23:30 - 2023-09-22 01:00 | Scout Room, St John the Divine
Join us for a fun Pre-Campout Expo !!!
We will use our September pack meeting as a Camping Expo in anticipation of our Pack 55 Fall Campout which is scheduled for 11/03 – 11/05 at Huntsville State Park. This Expo will be ideal for new families who have less experience camping as well as seasoned veterans who are looking to brush up on their skills. Featured topics will include: campout cooking, camping gear both basic and advanced, and basic camping skills like how to pitch a tent. This content will be delivered through live demonstrations in a format that will allow ample time for questions. Any leaders who have deep camping experience are encouraged to volunteer to help lead our sessions. Pack meeting questions? Email cubmaster@pack55.org.
Our pack popcorn sale is underway! All scouts should have their popcorn sales account setup and be making sales online and/or in-person. Have fun, win prizes, develop communication and entrepreneurial skills, and earn money to support our 2023-24 Pack 55 Cub Scout program. Popcorn questions? Email popcorn@pack55.org.
For more information please visit: HTTPS://scoutbook.scouting.org/mobile/dashboard/calendar/event.asp?EventID=5275016
