The Junior League of Charlotte knows that maintaining a work-life balance is very challenging, especially for working mothers. As a part of our Mind, Body and Soul training series, working moms will learn strategies to assist them in reducing their stress levels and spending more time with their families. By the end of the event, they will be equipped with…
Planned Giving Education Event
Join us on Thursday, February 27th at 6:30pm for the Planned Giving Education Event. This Education Event is provided by the Leave a Legacy Society to educate our membership on the subject of wills, estates and financial planning. Join us for an evening of planning and education. Date: Thursday, February 27th, 2014 at 6:30pm Contact: Laura Young Location: JLC Building,…
JL Charlotte Parlor Meetings Making a Statement
As members of the Junior League of Charlotte, it’s important for us to all gather several times a year to connect on business and community needs. In the past, monthly meetings generally involved the entire membership getting together; however, in the last few years, based on member feedback, JLC leadership arranged to have a few membership meetings cater to smaller…
A way to stay warm JLC
The internet is a beautiful thing. I was doing my usual “google” search for new recipes and found a recipe from the Junior League of Houston cookbook, “Stop and Smell the Rosemary.” The recipe is for “The Best Chicken Tortilla Soup” and I can’t wait to try it out. The nights have been chilly here in the Queen City and…
Time to Represent!
Represent your Junior League of Charlotte spirit with sweatshirts, bumper stickers, lapel pins, wine totes, and more! The JLC promotions committee ensures you and your fellow members have what you need to represent our organization in the right fashion – whether you’re volunteering in the community or just out and about for fun. Committee Chair, Ashleigh Kehl says…
A Great Way to Lend a Hand at Reid Park
Who: YOU and plenty of other community volunteers! What: Neighbor Woods Tree Planting Event – Volunteers will help to plant over 200 trees. Where: Reid Park Academy When: Saturday, March 22, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm Why: To expand the precious tree canopy, making Reid Park Academy a better place! Pre-registration is required (for t-shirt and lunch counts) and can be…
Get Involved: National Human Trafficking Awareness Week
January 26 – February 1 has been declared National Human Trafficking Awareness Week in NC by our governor! Click here if you are interested in learning more! The membership of the Junior League of Charlotte voted in March, 2012 to adopt the following position statement and public stand against human trafficking. WHAT CAN YOU DO TO TAKE ACTION? Youth 4 Abolition, Prevention Program, is reaching…
Special Treat for Reid Park
Jenni Borden, Kids in the Kitchen Chair, shares how members attending one parlor meeting did something really special for the Reid Park Academy staff. “On Monday, January 6, about 10 to 12 JLC members got together for a parlor meeting hosted by Malone Lockaby and Gabe Workman. The girls learned more about the Cornerstone Campaign and made “healthy snack bags”…
Placement Spotlight – Training & Education Committee
When thinking about your next role within the JLC consider a placement that will enable you to more deeply develop your event planning and project management skills. The Training & Education committee, one such placement, provides ongoing training events to JLC members throughout the year. Committee members secure speakers, organize events, and manage the marketing of the events. This committee…
Credit Opportunity – Leaving a Legacy
Mark your calendars for a Planned Giving Education Event on Thursday, February 27 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the JLC Building. Attendees will receive one membership credit and learn about about effective and meaningful estate planning for different stages of life. The purpose of the event is to educate JLC members on the importance of having a will and including charitable…