tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31169188643227553572012-02-08T12:00:00.947-07:00The Junior League of Calgary is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism,developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.Junior League of Calgaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16509398333333645398noreply@blogger.comBlogger821100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3116918864322755357.post-54835071668520413912012-02-08T12:00:00.000-07:002012-02-08T12:00:00.951-07:00

On March 20 and 21 the Junior League of Calgary will again be participating in Calgary Safety Expo, which teaches students in grades 4 - 7 about safety and injury prevention. We will be hosting a double-wide booth that focuses on the topic of kitchen safety. Our booth has a large, professional display board as well as a running laptop that educates the students about key kitchen safety tips. 

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JLC members and a special someone with some of the Teen Totes prepared by the Fall Provisionals The Junior League of Calgary brought helping hands to The Alex Youth Health Centre on December 21 when we were invited to their annual Holiday Party. Our members gave out 200 of the Teen Totes created by the Fall 2011 Provisional Class to the centre’s clients. We were delighted to see the

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Alice Gardner-Boreta JLC President As you are all hopefully aware by now, a major theme for The Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI), and the theme of many of our General Meetings this year, has been “JL Women as Community and Civic Leaders”. These women have been and are inspirational public figures in one way or another, motivating other JL members by their active community

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Showing how to create kaleidoscopes during KARTS training On Saturday, January 28, the Junior League of Calgary hosted a Treasure Trunk training workshop for staff and volunteers of Brenda’s House and the Children’s Cottage Society of Calgary and JLC members. The Brenda’s House Program Planning Group (PPG) were the key trainers.  Attendees learned how JLC programs are developed, the history of

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Members were inspired at the November 14 General Meeting by the remarks made by our guest speaker, JLC Past President and Sustainer Barb Francis.  Barb recounted her career as an Active member in the League and how the leadership training she received here helped prepare her for her post-League life as a businesswoman and community leader. Among some of her comments:The League is the perfect

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Deborah Maw (far left), former CFJL Coordinator, holds a photo of Joan Crocker as CFJL leadership gather behind a quilt crafted by members of Joan's family. This quilt will be incorporated into each Leagues' annual Joan Crocker Community and Civic Leadership Award A leader is a person who influences a group of people toward the achievement of their goals. Sadly, The Junior League lost a

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JLC Community Advisory Panel members at the JLC office for their November 1 meeting: (L to R):  Lynne Christensen, Janet Burstall, Mimi Harris, Marie Starich, Alison Love,Barb Francis, Alice Gardner-Boreta, Norma Westcott, Dian Goods, Marilou Mitchell and Lois Wozney Members of our Community Advisory Panel (CAP) met at the JLC office on November 1. Our CAP comprises well-respected women who

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Q&A With the New Canadian Federation of Junior Leagues Coordinator The following transcript of a Q&A with Marion Goard is from The Association of Junior Leagues International Inc’s “connected” newsletter posted to the AJLI website on November 3. AJLI:  What do Canadians think of when they hear the name “Junior League”? Marion Goard CFJL Coordinator Marion:  There are two different perspectives.

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Brenda‘s House is a re-housing program with a sheltering component aimed at moving families toward independence and their own sustainable housing.  The Treasure Trunk program, presented by the JLC at Brenda’s House, targets key issues of nutrition and healthy eating, literacy, music and movement, and the arts.  We offer developmentally appropriate, themed activities for the various ages of

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The Junior League of Calgary partners with Highbanks Society to implement a program to help young mothers learn about “Healthy and Active Living” through the practice of good nutrition and physical activity.  These moms live at Highbanks, which provides a safe, stable and affordable place for them to stay while they complete their educations and outline plans for their specific education, career

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The Junior League of Calgary (JLC) is in the exciting phase of exploring future program directions by a review of feedback we received at our June, 2009 Forum (“Exploring Issues Impacting Calgary Youth”) when we brought representatives from 12 Calgary agencies together; by talking to key organizations to identify community needs; asking our Community Advisory Panel for input; and by turning to

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Alice Gardner-Boreta President As the “old” year passes and the “new” year is about to begin, it is a time for the traditional reflection on the previous 365 days.  Well, we can certainly remember and be proud that 2011 was: A year of continuing our Community Impact! As part of our Healthy & Active Living Issue Area, we continued to implement the MUM (Moms U Matter) program at Highbanks

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The Junior League of Calgary (JLC) and its members helped bring holiday cheer this season to 350 Calgary teens by providing tote bags filled with both must-have personal hygiene items as well as many “fun” items. On December 6 members joined the 2011 Fall Provisional Class at the JLC  office to assemble the totes and get into the holiday spirit with festive music and some of Nikki’s delicious 

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With the holiday season and cold weather upon us, the Fall 2011 Provisional Class members have been hard at work with this year’s annual Teen Totes project!In 2004 the JLC became aware that teenagers were an often overlooked age group during the holiday gift-giving programs within the city. Thus we began our Teen Totes project to deliver tote bags filled with items such as personal hygiene

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The Junior League of Calgary (JLC) is entering an exciting phase of exploring future program directions by a review of feedback we received at our June, 2009 Forum (“Exploring Issues Impacting Calgary Youth”) when we brought representatives from 12 Calgary agencies together; by talking to key organizations to identify community needs; by asking our Community Advisory Panel for input; and by

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In October the Junior League of Calgary received a $500 donation from the Mackenzie Financial Charitable Foundation through their Committed Volunteer Program. This donation was thanks to JLC Active Liz Walker, an employee with Mackenzie Financial, who submitted a funding request to her employer.Thank you to Mackenzie Financial for supporting Canadian communities through their charitable giving

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JLC members (L to R): Sharyl  Madigan, Philippa Gear and Donna Fan  The Junior League of Calgary partners with Highbanks Society to implement a program to help young mothers learn about “Healthy and Active Living” through the practice of good nutrition and physical activity.  These moms live at Highbanks, which provides a safe, stable and affordable place for them to stay while they complete

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JLC Past Presidents and Sustainers Marlene Doherty (L) and Jeri Sherban working on the JLC archives The JLC is working to update and re-organize its archives – both what we have at the office and to update our archive file at the Glenbow Museum, which only contains items through 1986. We will be delighted to receive anything you wish to pass on – issues of the Lasso, JLC rosters and/or

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Brenda’s House is a re-housing program with a sheltering component aimed at moving families toward independence and their own sustainable housing. The Treasure Trunk program presented by the JLC targets key issues of nutrition and healthy eating, literacy, music and movement and the arts.  We offer developmentally appropriate, themed activities for the various ages of children who may be in

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With Canada's National Philanthropy Day fast approaching on November 15, the JLC is preparing to launch its 2011 - 2012 Annual Campaign. With your help we can continue the League's wonderful programs like Moms U Matter at Highbanks Society and Treasure Trunk at Brenda's House, both of which have been highly successful.  Teen Totes continues to meet some of the needs of vulnerable young Calgarians

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JLC members chat with guest speaker Bobbie Sparrow at the AGM On the evening of Monday, October 17 the Junior League of Calgary held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Holiday Inn South.  The theme for the AGM, as well as for many of the upcoming 2011 – 2012 General Meetings, was “Junior League Women as Community and Civic Leaders”.  In this regard the meeting opened with a video of the

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The opportunities for JL members to be “connected” with AJLI (The Association of Junior Leagues International) and other Leagues continue to expand! Webinar WednesdaysAs one of the many methods to help Junior League women develop as community and civic leaders, AJLI is launching Webinar Wednesdays.  They are designed to appeal to every JL member, regardless of age or current engagement in her

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Our first Treasure Trunk session of this season was delivered on September 28 with the Babies in the Story (BITS), Kids in the Story (KITS) and Kids in the Kitchen (KITK) components delivered by our JLC volunteers to a house full of children.  What a splendid time we had at this Treasure Trunk session!! With 12 children present, it made for a lively night.BITS, lead by Tammy Figol with Marie

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Beef Shish Kebobs on the BBQ - yummy! MUM’s premier session, delivered on September 22, had the theme of Backyard BBQ and was complemented by sunshine and warm weather.  This was the first session held in the brand new kitchen at Highbanks Society and the kitchen layout worked out well for interacting with the moms.  We had five mom participants, four Highbanks Society volunteers and five JLC

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With MUM participants at the BBQ Elaine enjoying the Kids in the Story craft at Brenda's House The JLC 2011-2012 program year has begun!  Through the MUM program at Highbanks Society, the Treasure Trunk program at Brenda’s House, Teen Totes, Safety Expo on March 20-21, 2012 and the Kids in the Kitchen initiative being delivered May 1, 2012 at Rundle School, we will continue to impact the

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In its "Roadmap for the Future" Strategic Plan, The Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) is emphasizing the important role Junior Leagues play in developing women as community and civic leaders.  We strive to develop our members to be women who will create meaningful and sustainable community impact and create a Junior League that has a prominent place in the leadership of our

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Carla Gustafson (L) and Cyndi Cox On the gorgeous summer evening of Tuesday, August 16, JLC Active members and women interested in the League gathered at the home of Brenda Christensen to enjoy a “Cupcake Social.”  In the lovely setting overlooking Lake Bonavista, fifteen prospective members mingled with thirteen Active members, who eagerly shared with them information about the JLC and

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L to R): Fran Genereux, Highbanks volunteer, Alice Gardner-Boreta  and Marilou Mitchell at Highbanks Society Open House To celebrate the completion of renovations to their facility, the Highbanks Society held an Open House and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on June 23.  JLC President Alice Gardner-Boreta and Community Co-VP Marilou Mitchell were honoured to be among the invited guests. The

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Within the AJLI‘s (The Association of Junior Leagues International) Roadmap for the Future of Junior Leagues, their Strategic Plan has created a vigorous program aimed at developing women as community and civic leaders who create community impact. They are calling this program the Framework of Effective Leadership for Community Impact. The Framework clarifies The Junior Leagues' approach to

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Every AJLI Conference, as part of its training mission, offers attendees many interesting and informative workshops on various aspects of League organization and management.  At this past Annual Conference on May 12-14th, 2011 in Philadelphia, Susan Chavez, AJLI Consultant, Marketing & Communications, presented a workshop entitled "Social Media 201: Advanced Tips and Strategies".  In the section

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Three young women affiliated with Highbanks Society received Bursary Awards from the Junior League of Calgary at the Annual Celebration Dinner. The three recipients, Cheylynn Bell, Yesenia Cardona and Rain Wondrasek, were awarded $2000, $1000 and $1000 respectively to assist with their education tuition expenses. To apply each woman submitted an application outlining her educational, employment

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For the third year in a row the Junior League of Calgary has been successful in our application to Alberta‘s Community Spirit Donation Grant Program. The League recently received a 2010 Community Spirit Grant award of $13,362! The Province of Alberta established the Community Spirit Donation Grant Program to encourage cash donations to qualified organizations by individual Albertans. Our 2010

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Our Issue Area of "Healthy and Active Living" was our guide to successfully promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving our community during the 2010-2011 program year. We delivered over 2,600 volunteer hours. We impacted over 3,000 youth and 120 families. HIGHBANKS SOCIETY is a residential agency that offers a safe home to single mothers between the ages of 16 and 24

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We would like to give a special thank you to our extraordinary guests and generous Calgary sponsors who supported the 2011 Kids in the Kitchen event.  It wouldn't have been possible without you! BMO Bank of Montreal’s Volunteer Grants Program - for their $1200 donation in support of our Kids in the Kitchen program. Chef Will Kwong - for donating his time and food to this event. Dr. Emily Roback

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SYDNEY TURNER - July 10, 1922 – June 11, 2011 It is with great sadness that we must inform you of the passing of long-time JLC member Sydney Turner. Sydney joined the JLC in 1950, and served on many committees during her 61 years of dedicated and loyal membership in our organization. To honour Sydney’s many years of volunteer work, in 1986 the Sydney Turner Sustainer Award was created to

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On May 3 the Junior League of Calgary hosted its 6th annual Kids in the Kitchen (KITK) event at Cambrian Heights School for over 175 students in grades four, five and six.   KITK is a fast-paced educational program that aims to inspire children to make healthy food choices and active lifestyle decisions.  The morning and afternoon sessions allowed children to explore four separate learning

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A member of our Community Advisory Panel, Janet Burstall, posted some wonderful comments about the Junior League of Calgary and voluntarism on Volunteer Calgary's blog today.  Check it out here http://volunteercalgary.wordpress.com/2011/06/01/volunteers-fill-the-need/

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The video slideshow showing highlights from the JLC's 2010-2011 year is now available for you to view on YouTube! To visit the JLC's YouTube Channel, click on the link below. JLC YouTube Channel

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For those of you who missed it or don't have Shaw TV, here is the video clip that they ran following our Kids in the Kitchen event on May 3rd! Congratulations ladies!

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This year, Junior League of Calgary partnered with Highbanks Society to implement the MUM program to help young mothers learn about "Healthy and Active Living" through the practice of good nutrition. Our last MUM session of the year was held Tuesday, May 17 and the theme was "Welcome to Spring" - FINALLY! We made Linguini with Garlic and sautéed Shrimp as well as a Feta, Apple and Pecan Salad. 

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At the April General Meeting of the Junior League of Calgary the slate was approved for the 2011-2012 Board of Directors. We are thrilled to announce the talented women who will be leading the Junior League of Calgary next year. They bring a broad range of experience as well as a strong commitment to the JLC. President Alice Gardner-Boreta President- Elect Lynne Christensen Finance Vice President

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Dariel Bateman, a former President of the Junior League of Calgary (JLC) and a current Sustainer, celebrated National Volunteer Week with JLC members at the April GM. Dariel captivated her audience with three topics: her volunteer history with the JLC, what she learned as a JLC member and her concerns for the JLC and other volunteer organizations. Dariel joined the JLC after graduating from the

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On May 3 we will be holding our sixth annual Kids in the Kitchen (KITK) event, an Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) initiative based on our former Junior Chefs project. KITK focuses on teaching youngsters nutritious eating habits and the importance of physical activity throughout one’s life. The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines are based on the concept that daily physical

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The sixth annual Kids in the Kitchen event will be held on May 3 at Cambrian Heights School, 640 Northmount Drive N.W. Approximately 165 students in grades four, five and six will participate as Chef Will Kwong, (Executive Chef, Premium Seating, Calgary Stampede) will dazzle the students with his culinary skills and healthy recipes, while two fitness instructors, Emily Roback and Natalie

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The Junior League of Calgary is pleased to announce the receipt of a grant from The Calgary Foundation. This grant is an annual distribution from the Junior League of Calgary Lasting Legacies Fund managed by The Calgary Foundation. For further information about The Calgary Foundation grants and awards, please visit The Calgary Foundation website.

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Children’s Cottage Society (CCS) hosted their annual Volunteer Appreciation event on April 12 at the Carriage House Inn. Junior League of Calgary members Lynne Christensen, Kathy Deyell, Alice Gardner-Boreta, Lorna Hamm, Marilou Mitchell, Christina Papazis, Carol Smith, and Marie Starich enjoyed socializing with CCS and Brenda’s House staff, eating the delicious dinner, listening to presentations

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On March 9 and 10 the Junior League of Calgary participated in the 2011 Safety Expo in the Calgary Municipal Building Atrium - the eighth year for this premier event to promote safe environments for children at home, school and play. Safety Expo offered over 3,200 Calgary grade 4-7 students innovative, interactive and engaging safety and injury prevention education. All booths, exhibits and

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Kids in the Kitchen educates youth about healthy food and lifestyle choices in an effort to reverse and prevent childhood obesity and health issues related to poor eating habits. Approximately 165 children from grades 4, 5 and 6 will be participating in a fun-filled day of activities such as learning how to make healthy wraps and smoothies, learning about portion control and reading labels at the

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The late Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her work among the poor in India, said about the idea of service: "We feel ourselves that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But if that drop was not in the ocean, I think the oceans would be less because of that missing drop." As you know, our three-part Mission is to promote voluntarism, develop

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The Board of the Junior League of Calgary has formed a Marketing and Public Relations (MPR) task force to advance the awareness of the Junior League in the Calgary community.  To best use our resources, we ask the current membership to take a minute to help us understand your motivation in joining and being active in the JLC by completing the new blog poll that has been posted here.  Thank you

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The Junior League of Calgary is partnering with Highbanks Society to implement the "Moms U Matter" (MUM) program to help young mothers learn about "Healthy and Active Living" through the practice of good nutrition.  The JLC facilitated another fun-filled and successful MUM session on March 15 at the Co-Op Downtown Market kitchen. The theme was "Breakfast at Dinner" and the menu consisted of

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The Junior League of Calgary is partnering with Brenda’s House/Children’s Cottage Society to implement the Treasure Trunk program. This program targets the key issues of literacy, nutrition and healthy eating and the fun of music and movement and the arts by developing a resource tool that staff will be able to utilize to implement developmentally stimulating activities with the ever changing

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March was National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme was "Celebrate food… from field to table!” JLC member Dani Flowerday is a Registered Dietician with more than 15 years of experience promoting nutrition and health within the community. Dani has a keen interest in nutrition education and has worked with a variety of health and wellness agencies and fitness centres within Calgary. Nutrition

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Janet and Greta Podleski, the co-hosts of the popular Food Network Canada TV series, Eat, Shrink & Be Merry! and authors of the best-selling Looneyspoons cookbook , have joined the Canadian Federation of Junior Leagues’ national campaign to promote the Kids in the Kitchen program, which is one of the most successful programs targeting childhood obesity in North America.  The program, which the 

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This March is Nutrition Month in Canada and it is the theme of our March General Meeting. Led by Dietitians of Canada, this annual campaign meshes well with our own Issue Area of Healthy and Active Living and The Association of Junior Leagues International’s league-wide Kids in the Kitchen (KITK) initiative. Healthy eating is an essential part of a child’s normal growth and development. In

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Active members Marla McCutcheon and Cyndi Cox attended the Northwest Exchange hosted by the Junior League of Seattle February 4-6. The theme of the weekend was "Becoming a Catalyst for Community Change" with many exciting speakers and activities. To kick off the action-packed weekend three Junior League of Seattle Members presented inspirational stories of their personal

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Our February 9 session of our Treasure Trunk Program at Brenda's House focused on "Kids in the Arts" (KARTS) and "Kids in Motion & Music" (KIMM). The session started with our Theme Song and opening of a small treasure trunk to discover clues about what the activities would be. The children were soon singing, doing yoga, talking about art and making their own door hangers. Several mothers and a

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Cecilia de la Rocha, the Executive Director of Highbanks Society Independent Living for Parenting Youth (Highbanks), was the guest speaker at the February General Meeting. Her presentation "Highbanks Society - Holistically Supporting Calgary's Parenting Youth" was a fabulous tool that helped Junior League of Calgary (JLC) members better appreciate the extent of resources that are available to the

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JLC Sustainer and Past President Julie Johnston served as co-chair of National Philanthropy Week.   Here is a photo from the insert in the Calgary Herald, the week of November 11-19, 2010. 

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Another fun-filled and successful MUM session was held on February 15th, 2011. The theme was Vegetarian Valentine!  Fiery Squash Chili and Mushroom-Gouda Melts were served along with Red Velvet Cake for dessert. Eight moms and two volunteers from Highbanks Society attended the session.   JLC member, Dani Flowerday, introduced the potential health benefits of some of the ingredients used (eg.

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Our first 2011 session on January 12 focused on 'Kids in the Arts" (KARTS) and 'Kids in Motion & Music'(KIMM). The session opened with our Theme Song and the opening of a small treasure trunk to discover clues about what the activities will be. The children were soon singing and dancing, tossing bean bags, talking about art, and making their own pictures. Several mothers with young babies were

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Through the generosity of many Active and Sustaining Junior League of Calgary Members, the 2010 Annual Campaign has surpassed the $9000 mark! Your donations allow us to continue improving the lives of Calgary children and families, to train women to be capable volunteers and civic leaders and to promote voluntarism in our community.  Thank you for your support! 

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The Junior League of Calgary is partnering with Highbanks Society to implement the "Moms U Matter (MUM)" program to help young mothers learn about "Healthy and Active Living" through the practice of good nutrition and physical activity. The fall 2010 sessions of MUM were very well received by Highbanks Society participants. Each session is a flurry of chopping, cooking, chatting and cleaning up.

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JLC Sustainer Stephanie Felesky was honoured for her lifetime of philanthropy both on the cover of Business in Calgary, December 2010 and in the National Philanthropy Day insert in the Calgary Herald published during the week of November 11-19, 2010.  Great work Stephanie! 

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Annually on January 27 Family Literacy Day is held to celebrate adults and children reading and learning together and to encourage Canadians to spend at least 15 minutes every day enjoying a learning activity as a family. Over its 60 year history the Junior League of Calgary has developed many projects focused on Family Literacy, most recently Calgary Reads. One component of our current Treasure

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Steacy Collyer and Madeleine Baerg of Calgary Reads were the guest speakers at our January 10, 2011 General Meeting.  Steacy introduced Calgary Reads and presented its new logo, and Madeleine presented the importance of the first 2000 days in developing a child’s reading readiness. The key concepts for the first 2000 days, the approximate time from birth to kindergarten, are Sing, Read, Talk,

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Angela Hutchinson, Program Manager, Brenda‘s House, Children‘s Cottage Society, was our guest speaker at the November General Meeting.  Brenda‘s House is a re-housing program with a sheltering component aimed at moving families toward independence and their own sustainable housing. The JLC is partnered with the Children‘s Cottage Society to provide developmentally appropriate activities for the

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The Junior League of Calgary and its members helped bring holiday cheer this past Christmas to 300 Calgary teens by providing tote bags filled with both must-have personal hygiene items as well as many fun things. On November 22, 2010 members joined the Fall 2010 Provisional Class at the DIAD to assemble the totes and get into the holiday spirit with carols and sweets! JLC members (a.k.a.

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Delly Beekman, President of The Association of Junior Leagues International, spends a lot of her time visiting Junior Leagues in Canada, the United States, Mexico, and England. With each League she always aims to learn about their programs and Community Impact. During her October 17-19, 2010 visit to the Junior League of Calgary (JLC) she toured Brenda’s House to learn about the "Housing First"

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The aroma of coffee and pastries filled the morning air as a group of Junior League of Calgary Sustainers gathered at the JLC office the morning of October 19, 2010 to meet AJLI President Delly Beekman. Sustainers representing many eras listened as Delly again described the issues that have led to the AJLI’s undertaking of the Roadmap for the Future Strategic Plan. A number of the targeted issues

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Annual General Meeting The Junior League of Calgary was honoured to have Delly Beekman, President of the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI), as our special guest at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 18.  Delly presented the AJLI Roadmap for the Future, the organization’s Strategic Plan for the next three to five years and the unique opportunity it offers to breathe new

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The 2010 Fall Provisional Class Retreat was held at Brenda Christensen’s home on Wednesday, September 15. The evening started off with an amazing meal prepared by our social committee of Jane Abboud, Brenda Christensen, and Cyndi Cox. The provisional class was introduced to the Junior League of Calgary (JLC) through presentations from Alice Gardner-Boreta, President; Carol Smith; Philippa Gear,

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Our 2010-2011 JLC Program Year has been successfully launched! The Community Team presented an overview at the September GM to showcase the program opportunities that will be available for JLC member participation during this upcoming year. These include:  MUM Program at Highbanks Society  Treasure Trunk Program at Brenda’s House  Assisting the Fall Provisional Class with the annual Teen Totes

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In true Junior League of Calgary fashion, our Welcome Back Social/DIAD at Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers was an inspiring and rewarding event. Approximately 30 JLC women, their friends, spouses and family members joined together on Friday, September 17, 2010 at the Highwood Dining Room at SAIT to make soup to be donated the following Monday morning to The Doorway. Five groups made five different

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Fifty Junior League members from 44 Leagues of all sizes across the Association were chosen to join four Task Forces that have been created to advise the AJLI on important work the Association will be undertaking over the course of the next one to two years. The Junior League of Calgary is honoured that Past President Susan Cruess will be participating in the task Force focused on Collaborative

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Brenda's Treasure Trunk Program project began with its first event last Wednesay evening, and the impact was already being felt by participants.  Read JLC volunteer Susan Cruess' impressions: "I attended the first session for the Treasure Trunk program on September 29th. It was great fun to interact with the kids as I helped with the craft activity. As we were leaving, one of the staff members

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 On September 29, 2010, the Junior League of Calgary signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Children's Cottage Society to begin our partnership on the Treasure Trunk Program at Brenda's House. Children’s Cottage Society/Brenda’s House is the sheltering component of a "Housing First / Re-Housing" program that serves families experiencing temporary homelessness.  The aim of the program is to have

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All Junior League of Calgary members – active, sustaining and prospective, along with spouses, partners and friends – are invited to come to the Highwood Dining Room at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) on Friday, September 17 at 6:30pm. Together we will prepare a huge quantity of soup that will be donated to The Doorway.  Afterwards, share in a meal with your fellow chefs! RSVP to

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History repeated itself as the Junior League of Calgary produced another award-winning float entry for the Calgary Stampede Parade! Our 1981 float was recognized by the judges as the "entry which best exhibits originality, effort & involvement on the part of the group or community"  and in 2010, the judges awarded our community-themed float second prize! No small accomplishment considering over

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2010 marks the 60th anniversary of the Junior League of Calgary.  Check out this youtube video slideshow showing all that we accomplished during our anniversary year!  Way to go ladies!

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Junior League of Calgary members gathered together on 31st May, 2010 at the Calgary Golf and Country Club to to celebrate another year of tremendous impact in the Calgary Community. A new board of directors, led by incoming president Alice Gardner-Boreta was introduced, and awards were given out to members who have made extraordinary contributions to the JLC this year. Incoming Board:

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The Junior League of Calgary has entered the world of social networking! This blog has been created as a way to preserve an ongoing archive of our projects and activities and to show how we are making a difference in the Calgary community. We will be updating it on a regular basis, so add us to your favourites or subscribe with your favourite RSS feed reader so you can stay informed of all our

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