Celebrating 90 Years of Scouting at Grace: Join the Legacy!
Troop 4066 Invites You to Celebrate Scouting Sunday with a Pancake Breakfast!
Mark your calendars! On Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, we invite you to join us for a special celebration: Scouting Sunday Pancake Breakfast. This year, we’re thrilled to honor the 90th anniversary of Troop 4066, and we’d love for you to be part of the festivities!
Grace Lutheran Church has been home to Troop 4066 for nearly a century, fostering a legacy of leadership, community service, and personal growth. Our Troop’s deep-rooted connection with Grace and the surrounding community has allowed us to grow and thrive over the decades. As we mark this milestone, we’re excited to reflect on our history and look ahead to the future.
Here’s what you need to know:
- When: Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, from 11:15 AM to 1:30 PM
- Where: Grace Lutheran Church, River Forest
- Tickets: $10 per person (suggested donation)
Come enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, connect with members of the Grace and scouting communities, and learn more about our Troop’s rich history. Whether you’re a longtime supporter, a curious newcomer, or simply hungry for some pancakes, everyone is welcome!
To learn more about Troop 4066, feel free to visit www.troop4066.org. You’ll find all the details about who they are and what they do, plus ways to get involved.
How far we’ve come!
During the Covid pandemic, the Cub Scout Pack ran out of members and was semi-retired. However, changes in Scouting America (formerly known as Boy Scouts) now allow for coed participation, welcoming both boys and girls. In Summer 2024, Mike Carioscio and a representative from the Scouting America District hosted information sessions for interested parents. These sessions highlighted that Cub Scouting is parent-volunteer-driven, with parents facilitating the Cub Scouting curriculum—a unique feature that sets it apart from more commercial enrichment programs.
Based on a parent workshop, they successfully rechartered Pack 4066!
Activities and Adventures for K-5th:
Meetings are twice a month: one meeting at Grace on a Wednesday afternoon and another on a weekend, often featuring a local exploration or field trip. Over the last five months, they have:
- Gotten to know each other and learned the principles of Cub Scouting
- Played sports and board games
- Cleaned up the Grace Garden
- Visited Kline Creek Farm to learn about food and enjoy the Christmas spirit
- Explored the National Veterans Art Museum and made postcards for veterans
Looking ahead, they are excited to:
- Build and race Pinewood Derby Cars
- Participate in Winterpalooza at Thatcher Woods
- Celebrate Scout Sunday
- Enjoy a pleasant bicycle ride
- Go camping at Lake Bullfrog
Some members may also join additional district events, like Cubs to the Moon at Triton College. It’s been an incredible journey, and we’re looking forward to what’s to come!
We’re looking forward to celebrating this milestone with you. Come for the pancakes, stay for the fellowship, and let’s make it a day to remember. See you on Scouting Sunday!
