Blue & Gold Banquet
The pack’s largest annual celebration, held in February to mark the anniversary of Cub Scouting’s founding (February 8, 1910). The banquet recognizes Scout accomplishments, honors leaders, and includes advancement ceremonies and entertainment. It’s an opportunity to showcase the program and celebrate the year together as one pack family.
Overview
A festive, full-pack celebration featuring food, themed activities, and recognition of Scout achievements. Each year offers a unique theme to inspire Scouts and delight families.
Recent Themes
2025 STEM Blue & Gold (June 8, 2025 at Lawson Lake County Park)
- Theme: STEM activities and Nova Award focus
- Activities: SUNY Albany robotics demo, Pipette Rockets, Paper Airplane Design, Paper Lanterns
- Format: Class B uniform, 1:00–4:00pm at scenic outdoor venue
- Opening: Flag ceremony and rank award presentations
Typical Program Structure
- Opening flag ceremony and invocation
- Scout recognition and rank advancement presentations
- Themed program activities or entertainment
- Meal service (light snacks or full banquet)
- Leadership recognition and awards
- Closing remarks and next-year preview
Timeline / Checklist
| When | Task |
|---|---|
| December | Book venue and set date; select theme |
| January | Finalize food, entertainment, program, and invitations |
| January | Plan and coordinate themed activities and decorations |
| February | Execute the banquet and recognition ceremony |
Coordinators
Lead Coordinators: Becky D’Anza, Andrea Dievendorf, Lindsay Knott, Kara Giglia
Key Responsibilities:
- Venue selection and booking (typically Glenmont Elementary gym or outdoor park)
- Food catering or menu planning
- Entertainment and activity coordination
- Invitations and RSVP management
- Decorations and setup/breakdown
- Program booklet or ceremony format
Roles Involved
- Blue & Gold Coordinator – overall event lead and theme direction
- Committee Chair – venue logistics, budget approval, and pack communication
- Program Chair – coordinates with pack calendar and activity planning
- Advancement Chair – prepares advancement awards and rank badges for presentation
- Cubmaster – emcees ceremony, leads opening/closing, recognizes leaders and Scouts
| Task | Role | When | Owner | |—|—|—|—|
| Blue & Gold Banquet: Venue & Date Booking | program | Dec | committee-chair |
| Blue & Gold: Venue & Entertainment Booking | program | Dec | activity-chair |
| Blue & Gold Banquet: Final Planning | program | Jan | activity-chair |
| Blue & Gold: Venue & Entertainment Booking | program | Jan | activity-chair |
| Blue & Gold: Prepare Advancement Awards | recognition | Feb | advancement-chair |
| Blue & Gold Banquet | program | Feb | blue-and-gold-coordinator |