The Alexander Youth Network is a part of the Community Impact Council’s Healthy Minds team which focuses on the promotion and support of the mental health needs of children ages 0-17 and their families. Junior League Charlotte, Inc. volunteers serve as tutors, dinner buddies or special event volunteers at AYN in order to support the organization’s goal of providing children…
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The Leadership Development Institute’s (LDI) March Session
The Leadership Development Institute’s (LDI) March session welcomed Mary Mozingo, Life Transition Coach at Positive Purpose Living in Charlotte. The LDI monthly sessions provide class members opportunities to hone their leadership skills and give them the tools to achieve their highest potential in their personal and professional lives. This month proved to be no exception. Woozie Dell, Executive Director of…
2015 Community Awareness Committee Speaker Series
The Community Awareness Committee Speaker Series increases awareness and educates members of the JL Charlotte and the Charlotte/Mecklenburg community about issues concerning children’s mental health and health issues in families. This speaker series provides opportunities for experts in community health issues and related fields to discuss critical issues with the JLC and the greater Charlotte community. 2015 Community Awareness Committee…
Men’s and Kids’ clothing needs at the WearHouse
Don’t forget the men’s and children’s clothing needs when clearing your closets and selecting items for WearHouse donations! While the WearHouse receives some fabulous finds for women (keep ‘em coming ladies!!), the WearHouse does not get the same volume or variety for men and children clothing. The WearHouse is actively looking to change this. I don’t know about you, but…
Starting Tomorrow- Spring Sale at the WearHouse!
There’s a warm breeze in the air, the Bradford Pears are bursting in bloom… Charlotte is finally welcoming Spring! It’s time to transition and freshen up your closet – say goodbye to sweaters and hello to sundresses! In celebration of the first week of Spring arriving in the Queen City, and to help stash your closet with fun and flirty…
“You Are What You Eat!”
JLC Puppets and the Community Awareness Committee just performed three puppet shows at Windsor Park Elementary School. “You Are What You Eat” is targeted toward children in pre-k, kindergarten, and 1st grade and focuses on the importance of healthy eating and living habits. The puppets are a one of kind, instrumental tool when it comes to getting the message of…
SPAC Wants You to Make a Public Stand
Since the 1930’s State Public Affairs Committees (SPAC), a Public Affairs Committees (PAC) and Legislative Issues Committees (LIC) were developed to influence public policy on specific issues within a particular geographic area such as a state, a county or a city. Many of our nation’s state laws originated from ideas proposed by SPAC, PAC and LIC committees of the Junior…
The JLC Puppets are coming to Second Saturdays at the WearHouse, Tomorrow!
Second Saturdays at the WearHouse mean fun that’s second to none! Come join the beloved JLC puppets Little Jack Horner, Little Miss Muppet and Jack be Nimble as they take on the evil Junkfood Jake in a fun-for-the-family puppet game show battle entitled “You are what you eat.” The JLC characters will have to answer questions about healthy eating and…
#WeConnectWednesday: JLC Member Christine Nelson Sperow Connects with Audience to Win Emmy
There’s no doubt that Christine Sperow Nelson, a member of the JLC’s Nominating Committee, connects with people on all levels – in their homes, across social media networks and through her work in the League. A testament to her knack for connecting with viewers, Christine was recently awarded an Emmy by the National Academy of Television of Arts and Sciences…
WearHouse Spring Open House RESCHEDULED: Wednesday, March 4, 6pm-8pm
The WearHouse Spring Open House has been rescheduled to Wednesday, March 4 from 6pm-8pm. The winter items have been cleared out to make room for all new SPRING inventory! There will be a 20% discount on thrift items throughout the day, and a 30% discount available during the Open House event that evening. We look forward to seeing you there…