A big THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by the Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) WearHouse pop-up shop at our Fall General Membership Meeting (GMM)! Our team handpicked some fall favorites to showcase at the event, several of which went home with some very happy shoppers. We were excited to spot several of our members sporting their WearHouse finds throughout the…
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#WECONNECT With Each Other
For our latest #WeConnectWednesday blog post, an active member, Mel Mitchell, “connected” with one of our provisional members, Lexi Andresen, to write a joint recap of last week’s General Membership Meeting. This week’s #WeConnectWednesday theme is “We Connect – with each other.” The recent JLC General Membership Meeting; held last week showcased our “We Connect” theme, from the beginning when we gathered…
“You’re Wrong…I’m Right-The Art of Civil Conversations” with Dr. Ron Carter
Johnson C. Smith University Ronald L. Carter, Ph.D. President On September 30th, at 6:00 pm, Johnson C. Smith’s President, Dr. Ron Carter will present “You’re Wrong…I’m Right-The Art of Civil Conversations” to the Junior League of Charlotte. Dr. Ronald L. Carter became the 13th president of Johnson C. Smith University (Charlotte, N.C.) on July 1, 2008. Dr. Carter earned a…
Join the JLC to Shop, Save & Serve our Community!
This fall the Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) offers members and non-members an exciting opportunity to combine service and fun by getting involved in a new Fall Fundraiser. This year in lieu of Lights, Camera, Fashion! the JLC is introducing a discount shopping card called The Queen City Card. We have decided to partner with the Queen City’s finest…
JLC WearHouse Fashion Show a Stylish Success!
Over the past weekend, the JLC WearHouse held their annual fashion show at the Southern Women’s Show at the Charlotte Convention Center. League ladies and guests participated in two shows on Saturday showcasing some of the WearHouse’s hottest fall fashions with a walk on the runway. Among the fantastic WearHouse finds featured were… A GORGEOUS tan and black Keyhole Tory…
Shop and Consign with the JLC WearHouse at the GMM Social Hour!
Calling all JLC consignors! The JLC WearHouse is hosting a table at the GMM social hour from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., where you can consign your items ON-SITE! Whether you’ve consigned with us in the past or are bringing items for the first time, we invite you to bring your Fall/Winter designer goods to the GMM social hour. Be…
How #WeConnect For Our Community
This week’s #WeConnectWednesday theme is “We Connect For Our Community.” For nearly 89 years, the Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) has had a history rich in service to the Charlotte area. In 1926, 30 women began the JLC, providing support for local children and families in need, patronizing the arts, and advocating for education. From the Charlotte Nature Museum…
Are You Ready to Get on Board?
Started in 2011, Get on Board is a workshop through the Junior League of Charlotte providing knowledge and skills to current board and staff members and those that wish to be placed on a nonprofit board at the conclusion of the training. Many nonprofit organizations working hard to improve our region are facing enormous challenges and are seeking energetic, talented and qualified…
Connect on a Global Level with Members and Other Junior Leagues on Guatemala Service Trip
As we continue to evolve through our #WeConnect theme, we are excited to share details on an exciting way to go global with our connections. The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. (AJLI) and Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS), a leader in the field of international volunteer travel, have partnered together to offer Junior Leagues and their members the opportunity to volunteer…
PPI Success Story By: Kayla Lynn Petty
Did you know that North Carolina is ranked in the top eight states for human trafficking? Or that over 72,000 residents in Mecklenburg County live in areas that are considered food deserts? These are just a few statistics that impact Charlotte and our state.I decided to participate in PPI because I wanted to learn how to effectively advocate for change…