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10/3 - 2nd annual Heroes in the Community event is THIS Saturday!!
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Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 10am to 1pm
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Silliman Center, 6800 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA
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The FREE event invites kids from Newark, Fremont, and Union City to meet “real-life heroes” — from public officials to first responders, utility workers, and nonprofit leaders — in a fun, interactive way. Scouts receive a “Bingo-like” card with stamps at each hero booth; collecting all stamps can earns a prize. This is also a great opportunity to get many requirements written off in your scouting requirements, like meeting police officers and firefighters, shaking hands with veterans, etc.
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Key Participants & Organizations
The lineup that has been invited this year includes a wide range of community leaders and agencies such as:
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- City & State Leaders: Newark Mayor Mike Hannon, Assemblymember Alex Lee, City Councilmembers Julie del Catancio and Terrence Grindall
- Law Enforcement & Safety: Newark Police Department, Alameda County Fire Department, FBI Outreach Program, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) and the FBI
- Public Services: City Public Works, Recreation & Community Services, A/C Transit, Alameda County Water District, Mosquito Abatement Program
- Nonprofits & Community Groups: Republic Services, Alameda County Library, Ohlone Humane Society, Tri City Volunteers Food Bank and more!
- Other Notable Attendees: Utility company representatives, trade unions, and civic leaders
Here are some great pictures from the event last year so show you how much fun we had - (5) Facebook
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10/10 - TROOP SHOWCASE is inviting everyone to come out!
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Knots! Pioneering! Campfire cooking! Games! Adventure!
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Come see what Scouting looks like when troops show off their best. Bring your troop's most fun outing, your wildest high-adventure trip, and your tastiest dish. Cub Scouts and families are invited to see what's next.
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- LOCATION: Our Lady of Guadalupe School, 40374 Fremont Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538
- DATE: Saturday, October 10th staring at 10am
Watch the video, then ask: what will your troop bring to grab a Cub Scout's attention?
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Scouts, leaders, and parents: come to swap stories, share ideas, and hang out. Almost anything goes at this outdoor event and make sure to come hungry because with this much food, you won't need lunch!
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10/8 - Join the BSA Roundtable Discussion on Winter Camping
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Wait! - It's in the 80's, and you are talking about winter camping?
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Yes, because winter is right around the corner, and the time to start planning is now. Let's share some ideas and best practices for winter camping at the next roundtable, Thursday, October 8th at 7:00 at Washington High School. If you would like to speak, please fill out this form:
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What are some possible topics?
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- Great winter camping spots
- Getting new parents ready for their first winter campout
- Convincing new parents to go on their first winter campout
- Winter camping for beginners or advanced
- Anything else you can think of related to winter camping
This roundtable will not replace winter camp awareness, but it can give you a leg up as you look to winter camp. Join us at roundtable, and be prepared to learn and to share.
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Scouting for Food Door Hangers are here - Multiple ways to pick them up!
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The Scouting for Food doorhangers have arrived. They will be distributed at the following places and make sure to look for a burgundy Sienna minivan:
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- Boy Scout Roundtable: Thursday 10/08 beginning at 6:15 pm at Washington High School, (38442 Fremont Blvd, Fremont) in the small parking lot closest to the corner of Eggers and Fremont Blvd.
- Troop Showcase: Saturday 10/10 beginning at 9:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe School, (40374 Fremont Blvd, Fremont) at the entrance to the ball field.
- Cub Scout Roundtable: Monday 10/12 beginning at 6:15 pm in the parking lot of Mr. Mikey’s Country Store and Deli, (37161 Niles Blvd, Fremont) on the corner of F Street and Niles Blvd.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Don Uriu at duriu@flash.net
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12/8 - Tickets available for the Niles Canyon Railway Holiday Lights Train!!
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Pack 152 would like to invite Mission Peak to the Niles Canyon Railway Holiday Lights Train! We have charted an entire Holiday Lights Train with the Niles Canyon Railroad to host a scout night. This is a pack 152 fundraiser.
The ride will be Tuesday Dec. 8th at 7:30 PM departing from the Sunol station, 6 Kilkare Rd, Sunol, CA 94586. The train will travel to Niles and back to the Sunol station taking about 90 minutes total.
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The train will be decorated with holiday decorations; there will be some snacks to purchase and Santa will be aboard. All participants will also receive a custom Niles Train of Lights scout patch which was designed by one of our pack volunteers. Thanks and hope to see you there!
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- General Admission tickets are $50
- Dome Car is $80 (sold out)
- First class car is also $80 (1 ticket remains)
- The caboose seats are $40 per ticket, however the caboose is not linked to the rest of the train so there is no rest room in this car, but you can pack your own snacks.
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10/10 - Earn Conservation Hours with a Newark Tree Planting
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Calling all volunteers! Urban Forest Friends has two upcoming events where you can plant and help take care of trees. Please be aware that you need to be at least 14 years old to attend. Sign up below!
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Mirabeau Park Tree Planting, Newark
Saturday, October 10th, 8:45am-noon
Come plant 30 new trees at Mirabeau Park! Collaboration with Newark Promotoras, NMHS Environmental Club, and NMHS Puente.
Register here!
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10/4 - Come learn more about the Ohlone Indians at this Coyote Hills event!
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Great learning opportunity next Sunday, October 4th at Coyote Hills Regional Park!
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The annual “Gathering of the Ohlone” event at Coyote Hills is an incredible event with a focus on the celebration and honor of the Ohlone Indians, the first stewards of this area.
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There will be a variety of activities such as cultural demonstrations, hands-on activities, games, songs, food demonstrations and more! This event is great for all kids, especially for 3rd/4th graders, since it is tied into their curriculum on California Native Studies. I am pretty sure there are some Cub Scout elective adventures this activity could fall into but make sure to double-check with your leadership.
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This is a wonderful opportunity for our local Newark students to learn about the culture that has lived here in Newark and the wider Bay Area for thousands of years.
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10/25 - Spooky Scout Halloween Spirit Run!
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SHOW YOUR SCOUT SPIRIT!!
Get your running shoes and capes ready! Join Scouts and families from across the community for a morning packed with fitness, fun, and heavy doses of community spirit. Dust off your favorite Halloween costume or rock your official Scout uniform/Pack shirt—because ghosts, ghouls, and good deeds are colliding!
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Date, Time & Location At-A-Glance:
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When: Sunday, October 25, 2026
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Where: Downtown Pleasanton – 652 Main Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566
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CHOOSE YOUR SPOOKY CHALLENGE:
- 5K Run/Walk – Starts at 8:30 AM (Timed event + Event shirt & Finisher medal)
- 10K Run/Walk – Starts at 8:30 AM (Timed event + Event shirt & Finisher medal)
- Kids Challenge – Starts at 10:00 AM (1/4-mile race & 100-yard dash for ages 12 and under + Finisher medal!)
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Why Join the Fun?
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Show Your Colors: Wear your Scout uniform, pack shirt, or a full-blown Halloween costume! Let’s show Pleasanton what the unstoppable Scout spirit looks like.
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Run for a Cause: 100% of the proceeds support local student scholarships and community projects run by the Pleasanton Rotary.
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Family Friendly: The entire course is stroller- and dog-friendly, so bring the whole crew to walk, run, or cheer!
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