Events

Upcoming  Primary Events

Take Action:

• Access https://www.advancements.scouting.org or use the Scouting app to view and RSVP for upcoming events!

Coming Up: 

 Joining Night, Thursday 9/10/26 7:00pm at Shaffer Hall FIPC

• An evening for new families and returning families to gather and experience the fun and opportunity available in Scouting

• Invite a friend to discover Scouting 

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

  Pack Meeting & New Family Orientation, Thursday 9/17/26 7:00pm at Shaffer Hall FIPC

• Awards and program for the entire Pack combined

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

• Orientation for families who are new to Scouting

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

 "Community Days on Colonial Family Festival", Saturday 9/19/26 10:00am - 1:00pm at FIPC

• Pack 256, in conjunction with Faith Immanuel Presbyterian Church is hosting Community Days on Colonial to connect the members of our shared community

• The festival will include kids games, music, face painting, food, vendors and more

• Mark your calendars to attend with your family, adult volunteers to help with kids games are needed

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

 Den Meetings (Lion through AOL), Thursday 9/24/26, 7:00pm at FIPC

• Gather in Shaffer Hall for opening and announcements, then break out into dens for activities

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

 Movie Night, Saturday 9/26/26 7:00pm at Shaffer Hall FIPC

• Gathering with current and new Scouts and families to enjoy a movie together

• Bring snacks, drinks, blankets and pillows for a good time

• Option to camp out on the lawn overnight

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

Pack Meeting, Thursday 10/8/26 7:00pm at Shaffer Hall FIPC

• Awards and program for the entire Pack combined

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

• Orientation for families who are new to Scouting

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

Den Meetings (Lion through AOL), Thursday 10/15/26, 7:00pm at FIPC

• Gather in Shaffer Hall for opening and announcements, then break out into dens for activities

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

Pack Camp, Saturday 10/24/26 to Sunday 10/25/26

• Camping is "in tents!"  Experience the fun of camping out for the night.  Fun and games planned throughout the day Saturday and a classic campfire in the evening.  The Pack provides food and coordinates meal preparation.  Some camping gear is available on loan for those who need it.

• Cost and location TBD

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app

Den Meetings (Lion through AOL), Thursday 10/29/26, 7:00pm at FIPC

• Gather in Shaffer Hall for opening and announcements, then break out into dens for activities

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

Den Meetings (Lion through AOL), Thursday 11/12/26, 7:00pm at FIPC

• Gather in Shaffer Hall for opening and announcements, then break out into dens for activities

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

Scouting for Food Collection, Saturday 11/14/26, 8:30am at FIPC

• The second of two dates set aside to serve our community. Scouts from Troop 256 distributed door hangers on 11/7/26 asking neighbors to make food donations.

• Now Cub Scouts and their families return to the same neighborhoods to pick up donations and package them for delivery to local food pantry.

• Meet at FIPC for neighborhood assignments, then disperse to collect items

Pack Meeting, Thursday 11/19/26 7:00pm at Shaffer Hall FIPC

• Awards and program for the entire Pack combined

• Full Scouting uniform (including neckerchief) should be worn

• Orientation for families who are new to Scouting

• RSVP via https://advancements.scouting.org or the Scouting app