But the Socials are Too Big!

Ok it's official, gsSCENE's socials are large. In fact some say too large. We want more socials. We want less socials. We want smaller socials. We want larger socials. We get it all the time and trust me gsSCENE TRIES to be everything to everybody. So we created something that we think might help some of the issues. Starting Feb. 4 as a new member (or an old one) you can come to our new member orientation. Why you ask? Well for one, we will have our new ambassadors there. These folks are there so that everyone will know SOMEONE at gsSCENE events, big or small. They will welcome members as they sign up for gsSCENE and introduce them to existing members in the group. gsSCENE feels this is a great way to not have people feeling the socials are too big and hard to meet people.

There are also several other options for those that don't even want to go to the large socials including Morning Rush, educational classes and new member orientation.

Morning Rush Continues!!

gsSCENE had been around for about 8 months and we started hearing that while people liked our big socials, they wanted something smaller. The events committee created a small networking committee and they created Morning Rush...Networking Breakfast. The object was simple...have gsSCENE members there, in a small group and force them to network. Well, it sounded a lot easier than it was.

If you have been to more than one Morning Rush, you might notice they have all been different. That's because gsSCENE has been trying out different techniques that allow everyone in the room to network with everyone, all the while not being TOO cheesy! Well whichever time gsSCENE members came, they must have enjoyed! gsSCENE always asks participants to complete a survey and the response was great!

Croissants Bistro and Bakery will continue to support gsSCENE and host the Morning Rush...Networking Breakfasts in 2010. In fact, we already have two dates set. Check out www.gsSCENE.com to see when they are and register soon, because space is limited!

Kicking off the New Year Right!

gsSCENE is kicking off 2010 with a community service project for Habitat for Humanity. On January 9, gsSCENE members and friends will be helping to give the Habitat for Humanity of Horry County Resale Store a face lift. With paint brushes in hand, (no prior painting experience required), gsSCENE looks forward to starting 2010 with a community service project.

Want to come? Register at www.gsSCENE.com

gsSCENE is Not Alone

This past week I was fortunate to attend the Next Generation Leadership Conference, previously known as the Young Professional Conference, in Cincinnati, OH. Over 250 young professionals gathered for the week to learn about new ideas for their young professional group, share stories and hear from some amazing speakers. One main things I learned was that gsSCENE is not alone in not only our accomplishments, but also in our struggles. Too many times I get the "gsSCENE is a social club" or "gsSCENE is just for singles who drink." The sad part is, gsSCENE does SO MUCH MORE than socialize! Just this past weekend gsSCENE participated in the 21st Annual Beach Sweep with over 26 participants. We have offered numerous professional development classes and are working on new initiatives for our members. At the conference I heard from several groups that had some awesome projects they did in their community. I walked away from the sessions geared up to come back to Myrtle Beach and take gsSCENE to the next level, AND make sure everyone knows about it!

Summer Time in the Grand Strand

There is one thing that is for sure, and that is during the summer there is ALWAYS something going on! Whether it be all the concert series, different fundraising events or restaurants having deals, finding something to do here is not a problem. Or is it?

Sometimes it's hard to keep up with all the events going on. Not to mention during the summer people are taking vacations, day dreaming of vacations or just trying to make it through the work week. So what's an easy way to get the events out there? But of course, posting them on the gsSCENE bulletin area of the members only section.

If you are over an event, or just know of a cool event going on in the area, please take the time and share all the info with your fellow gsSCENE members. We all want to know what we can be doing after work and on the weekends, so please, share the event love!

Kickball is Not for The Weak

Whoever said kickball was for kids apparently never played. gsSCENE had their first Kickin' it for Charity Kickball Tournament on May 2 at Ripken Experience. After the first game played, I knew this was going to hurt. Hurt really isn't the word I would use to describe how I felt the following day. Tortured, pained beyond belief and too sore to walk correctly better described how one's body would feel after playing in a kickball tournament.

It never failed, no matter who I talked to everybody said the same thing, "I am too sore to even walk." And kickball is supposed to be for kids! But other than the days it took to recuperate, the kickball tournament was nothing short of a success!

With 11 teams battling out, Handley's Pub was the champion. And the best part about the day was the $2,500 raised for United Way of Horry County. So even though it took me three days to be able to tie my shoes, I do believe it was all worth it in the end.

Where were you one year ago?

One year ago today, the gsSCENE steering committee anxiously awaited our big "reveal" day, aka gsSCENE kick off party. We were meeting every week trying to finish last minute details on what events we would have on our calendar, how should we publicize our debut, and most importantly, is anyone even going to come?! Then the big day came, and lo and behold there was a thunder storm moving in. But someone was looking out for us and the rain moved by and the day had clear skies. And then an when we thought it couldn't get any better, everybody and their brother showed up (or it felt that way). Folks jammed to Soul Function, ate drank and seemed to be pretty merry.

And from that fateful evening on May 8, gsSCENE grew and grew and now we all dream of those gsSCENE polka dots (yea the ones in the logo). Hopefully kick off part deuce will be just as big! So spread the word on May 7, Boathouse here we come!