The Mayoral Candidate Forum will be on Oct. 31 at WTVI Studios, 3242 Commonwealth Ave. Filming is scheduled for 11 a.m.- Noon. The forum will be broadcast at 8:00 p.m. Oct. 31 and again on Nov. 2 and Nov. 3. If you would like to be a part of the studio audience, register here. Limited seating is available. This is…
Provisional Bus Tour through Charlotte and JLC History
Every year, provisional members of the Junior League of Charlotte pile onto a bus for the annual bus tour through town. This is always such a fun event and whether you have lived in Charlotte for 30 years or three months, you are sure to learn something new about Charlotte landmarks and the impact and legacy that the JLC has…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month & Membership Credit Opportunity!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and from Race for the Cure, to the Avon Walk, there are a multitude of events scheduled to bring awareness to the disease. One in eight women are impacted by the disease and this month focuses on early detection and bringing more awareness to men and women across the board. Past JLC President Katherine…
Working Moms in the JLC!
When people hear Junior League some may think of stay-at-home moms and housewives. That’s quite the contrary when it comes to the JLC. A big percentage of active members are working moms and still find the time and commitment to play a part in their community.I happen to be one of these working mom’s, and to me, the JLC is…
First General Membership Meeting Reminder!
Don’t forget that our first GMM for the year will be on Monday, October 21 at the Sheraton Charlotte Hotel (formerly the Blake hotel) in uptown Charlotte. There will be a social hour starting at 6 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. To those members new to the JLC, you should definitely try to attend the social…
Tools To Manage Your Time!
We all know time is something we can never get back. We all feel like that there are fewer hours in the day than we need. Let’s be honest, if we had 36 hours, we would still feel the need for more time. Thankfully, a wealth of information on time management is available. Finding out what works best for you…
October Events!
A cool breeze is blowing, the leaves are starting the change, and the air is starting to get that crisp smell that only autumn can bring. October is just around the bend and what a busy month it’s already proving to be! Looking for something fun to do with your JLC friends and committees? Check out these awesome events! October…
14 Days Until Lights! Camera! Fashion!
We’re just two weeks away from Lights! Camera! Fashion! The 2013 event is scheduled for Sunday, October 13 from 6:00-9:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 a piece or invite a friend and purchase two tickets for $90. The event features live runway fashion shows at 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. featuring fall trends. Something new this year is a silent auction…
Make new connections with the JLC Mentor Program – Apply Today!
Now in its second year, the JLC’s mentoring program aims to make members feel welcome and get more involved. The Mentor Program pairs actives and sustainers with current actives that are seeking some guidance on leadership paths and/or wanting to straighten connections with the JLC. The committee is currently looking for more active and sustainer members to volunteer their time…
What I Found at the WearHouse -Fall Fashions for Men and Women
The WearHouse is a great place to find great outfits for great deals. The items below are a few of my favorites! Women’s H&M plaid shirt red/pink – Size 10: $6 Moth pink loose knit sweater – Size Large: $26 BCBG Denim skirt – Size 8: $26 Necklace: $15 Men’s North Face Tan fleece vest – Size XL: $22 Hugo Boss blue/orange…