The Leadership Development Institute (LDI) was thrilled to have Elizabeth McKee, Executive Director of Leadership Charlotte, stop by the JLC on October 16 and start the LDI year with a bang! Prior to the kick-off meeting, members were asked to bring and discuss one item that personally represented leadership to them. During the meeting, the 13 members selected to participate…
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Members Boost Consignment Items at the JLC WearHouse
Thanks to our members who consigned their designer wares, the WearHouse is now FULL of high-end merchandise! And just in time for the holidays! We have offered a consignment booth at the GMM as well as “no appointment needed” drop-offs to get our membership to see just how easy it is to consign at the WearHouse. Now the WearHouse is…
Connect in Style at the Sustainer Showcase
Interested in shopping local to support a great cause and connecting with sustainers, actives and members of the greater community? The Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) will offer another #WeConnect moment at the upcoming Sustainer Showcase. The Sustainer Showcase will present a unique retail experience to the public on Tuesday, November 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5…
Shop for the Cure Raises Breast Cancer Awareness at the WearHouse
The JLC WearHouse hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness event, Shop for the Cure, last Thursday, October 23, and the event was a huge success! We had a great turnout and within two hours of the event, our wonderful guests purchased nearly $1000 worth of thrift items – that is money that goes right back into our community! A huge…
Learning about Planned Giving
Learning about Planned Giving Ralph Waldo Emerson said “the greatest gift is a portion of thyself.” It’s never too early to begin to build your philanthropic legacy and we’re here to show you that it’s easier than it sounds. Please join the Planned Giving and Training and Development Committees on November 12, at 6:30 p.m. to learn about the benefits of…
Join the JLC Board for its October Open Dialogue at the JLC WearHouse!
The JLC Board invites you to its October Open Dialogue at the JLC WearHouse on Tuesday, October 28. The event will take place from 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. before the Board meeting kicks off at 7:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to Sip, Shop, and Consign with fellow League members, with food and beverages available to all attendees.…
Shop for the Cure TONIGHT
In our effort to support Breast Cancer research and awareness, please join us at the JLC WearHouse to Shop for the Cure tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. All attendees will receive 20% off thrift items and members will receive one membership credit (be sure to register online!). Our friends at Charlotte Radiology will be onsite providing information and demonstrations and Neet’s…
21st Century Leadership Training
21st Century Leadership Training Kwain N. Bryant Kwain Bryant is a keynote presenter, program developer, and training specialist with Empowerment Exchange. He is a “Motivational Teacher” that inspires everyone to reach their full potential. Mr. Bryant presents on local, regional, and national levels. He is a graduate of North Carolina Central University, the place in which he developed…
Shop for the Cure at the JLC WearHouse
Did you know that about 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime? Or that about 40,000 women in the U.S. were expected to die in 2014 from breast cancer? These alarming statistics (and others) are from breastcancer.org. Breast cancer will likely touch you or someone you love; It does not discriminate.…
JLC Provisional Orientation & Welcome Event
The Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. was thrilled to have 151 women accept the invitation to join the 2014-2015 Provisional Class. The first official class event took place on Friday, September 5th at the JLC Warehouse in Plaza Midwood. Provisional members received an overview from MDC and participated in an orientation session for the Warehouse. Following orientation, class members were…