On Saturday, July 31, 2010, the entire Scouting family will be able take part in a historic nationwide broadcast, "A Shining Light Across America," from the 100th Anniversary National Jamboree in Fort AP Hill, Virginia

Hundreds of local councils across America will be gathering together in venues large and small to host their own Shining Light activities leading up to the broadcast and are encouraging all Scouts, Scouting volunteers, alumni, families and community supporters to join in the festivities. The Louisiana Purchase Council's Gathering will take place at the Council Service Center in Monroe at 2405 Oliver Rd. at 6:30 p.m. through 9:30 p.m. With the Centennial Celebration Show starting at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. RSVPs for this event are required and all who RSVP will receive a special patch.

In addition, anyone with a high speed Internet connection can tune in online at www.ustream.tv/shininglight or on the Shining Light section of the BSA's Facebook page. There, viewers will be able to comment and interact with fellow webcast participants while watching.