Great support for Olé Marketplace Jan Hill is Volunteer Extraordinaire 50th anniversary of Met auditions Transfer news, Spotlight 6 7 8 9 Annual Campaign November’s General Meetings Literacy program recognized President’s Message 2 3 4 5
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S C R A W L S The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc.
Giving thanks for 85 years By Nancy Woodall, Kathryn Howie & Brooke Shannon November is always a time of reflection and a time of the year to give thanks for the gifts that have been received. The 85th Anniversary affords a unique opportunity to look back and give thanks for many League accomplishments. Give thanks for the eleven founding members of The San Antonio Junior League, Inc. Without their determination and hard work the Children’s Free Clinic, which was funded by two Rummage Sales, would not have been possible. Give thanks for the C.E.R. King home which was purchased in 1929 by the League to house the Bright Shawl Tearoom. The tearoom was staffed for years by Junior League members who served as waitresses, hostesses and back-up cooks. The Bright Shawl has seen major renovations throughout the years and continues to serve both the community and the League. Give thanks for the 1946 vote by the League that granted $15,000 over a three-year period to initiate the Sunshine Cottage School for the Deaf. The San Antonio Junior League, Inc. has continued to support the San Antonio community through its many projects. The San Antonio Zoo, Boysville, Palmer Drug Abuse Center, Ronald McDonald House, McNay Art Institute , Seton Home, Metropolitan Opera, San Antonio Food Bank, St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home and Fisher
House, Inc. have all been touched by the League through either volunteer or financial support. Give thanks for the Vision Statement which reads, “Through empowered women leaders, The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. is the preeminent women’s organization, building a better community.” Women join the League each year with the hope of making a difference in the community. Be thankful for those that came before and those that will follow. Again as the League celebrates 85 years of accomplishments let us not forget that it’s about the Giving, it’s about the Commitment and it’s about the Women!
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Annual Campaign is vital
JLSA women building a better community The Junior League to San Antonio, Inc. was founded in 1924 by 11 women of vision who sought to create an educational and charitable women’s organization committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Our mission has never been more relevant than today, nor the need for our work more urgent. Last year, The Junior League of San Antonio touched thousands of lives in our community. Among other endeavors, we cared for our city’s homeless, fed the hungry, supported the arts, and enabled many members of our community improve their lives. This year The Junior League of San Antonio will • Assist over 30,000 people who are in
Olé Marketplace team earns congratulations! The 2008 Olé Marketplace was a huge success! Thanks to the hardworking committee and to the JLSA volunteers who made the show run so smoothly. Congratulations to all!
need • Invest over $300,000 in labor to San Antonio. Our 400-plus active, trained volunteers work at least 45 hour per year for more than 35 San Antonio social service organizations and Junior League initiated projects to build a better community. • Contribute direct monetary support of $161,880 in endowed scholarships, grants and direct monetary support to these organizations and projects. The Junior League of San Antonio can’t do any of this without your gifts. 2008-2009 Annual Fund Campaign Goal - $50,000 The goal of this year’s Annual Campaign is $50,000, which we anticipate raising between December 2008 and May 31, 2009.
Here are just a few costs of JLSA operations your Annual Fund gifts help defray: • Supplies • Printing and mailing • Insurance • Electricity • Building maintenance & repair • Staff salaries • Technology upgrades • Phone bills • Advertising We hope you will continue to support The Junior League of San Antonio’s Annual Fund. Last year’s Annual Fund Campaign raised over $31,000, a 31% increase over the prior year. With your help, and that of other community supporters, we will reach our goal.
Special events update A good time was had by all who attended the WineStyles Special Event on September 25! Members and guests enjoyed a wonderful sampling of wines, a fabulous spread of appetizers, and an opportunity to just enjoy the evening out and each others’ company! All areas of the League were represented – there were Provisionals, New Actives, Transfers, a Sustainer, Board members, and a Prospective member (who intends to join!) in attendance. Please join in the fun at our next event at Yardley’s Salon & Spa. Friday, November 14th 3pm-7pm (their closing time)
16535 Huebner Road, Suite 108 (corner of Huebner & Bitters) Mani’s $20 & Pedi’s $30 + cost to “get in” - $10 (for wine & appetizers) Members should RSVP to Special Events (through website) and then must call Yardley’s 479-9300 to set up their own appointments for their service(s). Non-League members are welcome as well, so bring your friends and remember that this is a great time to recruit New Members for next year! There are limited spots available for services, but anyone is welcome to come by and visit with friends!
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JLSA November General Meeting offerings Sign up for one of these great opportunities beginning October 20 at jlsa.org Monday, Nov. 10 -12:00 Noon 1. Young Women’s Leadership Academy Services: The Academy is a new public-private school partnership between the SAISD and the Foundation for the Education of Young Women serving 150 girls in sixth and seventh grade who are mostly economically disadvantaged but have a commitment to higher education. The school’s goal is to ensure that every girl is well prepared to seek and obtain success in higher education. Activity: Members will tour the school and hear from the principal and others about the vision of the school, partnerships from the community, and the future of the young women attending the academy. www.saisd.net/schools/ywla/index.php? option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 Monday Nov. 10 - 6:30- 8:00pm 2. Rackspace Services: Rackspace has a longstanding commitment to support the community. They started “Rack Gives Back” to support the community in the form of grants, hosting services and employee volunteer programs. JLSA is proud to have Rackspace as a major partner of Literacy San Antonio. Activity: Members will tour the new Rackspace Headquarters and hear about the initiatives of Rackspace to revitalize the Windcrest area, support the community and their partnership with Literacy San Antonio. www.rackspace.com Tuesday, Nov. 11: 12:00-1:30pm 3. Communities in Schools Services: CIS helps students stay in school and make the right choices by
connecting schools with needed community resources. They bring services, community agencies, parents, and volunteers into schools to create a community of caring adults who work hand in hand with educators. Activity: Members will be working directly with students on academic tasks during the school day. www.cissa.org
Activity: Members will arrive at 11:30 with a sack lunch. The school will speak about their mission, program, upcoming expansion and how JLSA has contributed to the school. After eating there will be a tour of the school. Members are encouraged to donate a book for their new library. Books will be dedicated at the meeting. www.sunshinecottage.org
Tuesday, Nov. 11 - 6:00pm 4. Goodwill Industries Services: Goodwill has been serving the area for more than 60 years. Goodwill currently assists over 33,000 people a year with a budget of over $43 million. One of their newest efforts is to serve people with disabilities and barriers by giving them employment in new and innovative ways, such as with the opening of their Good Bytes Café. They have also launched “Good Health at Goodwill,” a partnership with the Metropolitan Health District to offer immunizations and other preventive health measures right in Goodwill stores. Activity: Members will receive a tour of the Goodwill building and the store. They will hear personal accounts of people who have been served by Goodwill. Goodwill has asked that attendants bring one non-clothing item to donate if possible. www.goodwillsa.org
Wednesday, Nov. 12th-6:30pm 6. San Antonio Museum of Art Services: SAMA’s mission is to educate by collecting, presenting, and preserving the significant artistic achievements of the world’s cultures from ancient times to the present. Through aesthetic and educational experiences they aim to cultivate a deeper understanding of human cultures, values, and traditions. Activity: JLSA members will gather in the auditorium to cover any League business, then they’ll have a welcome from the museum director and a tour of the current exhibits. We’ll prepare goodie bags for everyone so that the JLSA members will have something to take home as a souvenir of their time at SAMA. www.samuseum.org
Wednesday, Nov. 12-11:30-1:00 5. Sunshine Cottage School for the Deaf Services: Sunshine Cottage prepares children with hearing loss for a successful life in the hearing world by promoting early identification of hearing loss, intervention and listening, language and speech in an auditory oral education environment.
Thursday, Nov. 13 - 11:30am-1:00pm 7. KLRN Services: The mission of KLRN is to use the power of telecommunications to provide quality programs and services which advance education, culture and community, to enrich the lives of people throughout South Central Texas. Activity: Members will get the opportunity to tour the KLRN studios and see their productions in action. Staff members will speak about the many missions of the organization with an emphasis on Continued on Page 4
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JLSA’s literacy work honored On September 30, the last day of National Literacy Month, the San Antonio Commission on Literacy recognized the Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. as the 2008 Literacy Volunteer Organization of the Year. Several JLSA Signature Project volunteers attended the awards luncheon. John Braxton, Chairman of the San Antonio Commission on Literacy, presented Laura Talley, JLSA Inc. President and Pamela Toman, LITERACY San Antonio, Chair the special award. Pamela commented that “Literacy San Antonio is organizing leaders in the community and engaging in regional planning, which is common to other community groups, but the JLSA, Inc. LITERACY San Antonio emphasis on marketing and infrastructure is unique.” The San Antonio Commission on
JLSA President Laura Talley, along with LITERACY San Antonio Chair Pamela Toman, receives a plaque of recognition from John Braxton, chairman of the San Antonio Commission on Literacy
Literacy is comprised of eleven members appointed by the City Council and seven ex-officio members representing diverse populations of our city. It is an honor for The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. to be recognized as the
San Antonio Literacy Organization of the Year. Congratulations to the LITERACY San Antonio committee for all of their efforts and to the members of The JLSA. A city that reads- succeeds!
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literacy innitatives and early childhood and outreach programs. Lunch will be provided for all those who attend. Thursday, Nov. 13- 6:00pm 8. Riverwalk Barge Tour Services: Rio cruises San Antonio will take you on a barge tour with entertaining narratives of the rich history of the San Antonio River. You will also learn more about the current expansion projects of the River North. Activity: Enjoy an evening on the Riverwalk! Hear about the river’s history and expansion. Lori Houston, JLSA member, will join us from the Mayor’s office to talk about the city’s revitalization and expansion plans.
Friday, Nov. 14- 10:00-11:30am 9. Daytime Location: Cibolo Nature Center Services: Open to the public since Earth Day 1990, the Cibolo Nature Center provides education, research, entertainment and outdoor activities for more than 100,000 visitors a year, while promoting sound stewardship of land, water and wildlife. Activity: Members and their children will meet with Carolyn Chipman Evans, the women who inspired the creation of the Nature center, to hear about their works and their collaboration with JLSA. In addition, the children will participate in a story time inside the visitors center. It will be a wonderful fall day activity! Please meet at the pond area outside of the visitors center.
Saturday, Nov. 15-11:00am-12:30pm 10. Daytime Location: Brackenridge Park Services: The walking trail at Brackenridge park was a former JLSA signature project. The focus of the project was to provide a safe place for residents to get out and walk, thus promoting a healthier city. Activity: JLSA sustainers Sunny Brown and Karen Greenwood will tour members and their families through the Brackenridge walking path created by the JLSA. After the informational tour members will picnic in the park. Please bring a picnic lunch and a blanket for your family. This will be a fun-filled family event.
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NOV 2008 President’s Message
‘Power of One’ counters uncertain times The nation’s economy, indeed the world’s, is creating uncertainty for all of us. Our country also is preparing to usher in a new president and administration. We have a lot happening around us, to be sure. Times like these require time to pause and take stock of our personal situation, just as we are doing as a League.
Come to meetings. Be fully informed about our League. Be an active member of our community. Where you see a need act on it. • Maintain a positive attitude. There is much power in being positive and sharing that attitude with others. It will spread.
This great organization has faced uncertainty many times during the past 85 years. Fortunately, we have always weathered difficult seasons because of the strong leadership and determination of the women of The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. The women who led our organization through challenging times inspired and encouraged the League to step up.
• Encourage each other. As you work with your cluster group, committee or council, remember to appreciate each other and take time to enjoy each other’s company.
It is now time for the current leadership of JLSA, Inc. to do the same. And even more. We must maintain our purpose and direction as stated in our mission. We cannot sit and wait for the economic storm to pass. There are big jobs to do within the organization and in our community.
• Give the gift of time. Work an extra shift when you have time. I know we are all busy, but if you see an opportunity that works in your schedule, give a little extra time, establish a new relationship, or learn from a new experience.
We Are Strong I am pleased to report that our finances are safe and secure. The Board of Directors along with our talented Finance Committee has evaluated our finances. Of course we do this all time to ensure that our holdings and financial policies are strong and stable. We also ask outside experts to guide us on the present and the future.
• Make a monetary donation. Donate to our Annual Fund. Donations enable JLSA to put more dollars into the community.
While this financial uncertainty swirls around us, I think it’s prudent to focus on what we can control. Specifically, we must step up and redouble our efforts in the community. Due to weakened job market and other economic factors, more people are in need of the services of our community partner agencies. Many of our partners tell us they require more resources to meet needs of those that they serve. It is time for us to work smarter and harder to assist the people of San Antonio. What can you do as a JLSA member to give more during this time of need in our community? I found the following “Power Points” in an article recently sent to me, particularly insightful at this time: • Band together. We know there is power in numbers. Be an active member, no matter your member status.
• Be the first to arrive and the last to leave. Give that little extra when working membership credit shifts, in your placement, in the workplace.
These may seem like “small things,” but if all of our more than 1,200 JLSA members act on these “Power Points,” our organization will continue to thrive and our community will benefit. Actions like these naturally multiply exponentially; our strength will motivate others to improve the community. This is how the “Power of One” works for San Antonio. As we approach Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season and reflect on that changes around us, I want you to know how grateful I am for each of you. And, I encourage you in joining me to think about how you, and those around you, can truly help our community. Then act. I wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. And I am thankful for your willingness to serve and improve our community. Warm Regards,
Laura
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Olé Marketplace receives generous support in ’08 The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. has a proud history of service to San Antonio. JLSA tackles problems, builds landmarks, and trains leaders that touch every aspect of life in the community. The organization enjoys these successes because members know that problems are not solved with just our intellect, good looks and elbow-grease. To really solve a problem it takes MONEY as well. It usually takes more funds than an individual or small group of women has in their pocketbooks – it takes passionate fundraising efforts to make a real impact. Olé Marketplace is JLSA’s only event based fundraiser for the 2008-2009 League year. Just like JLSA’s fundraising predecessors, Olé succeeds because of the support of the entire League. In 2008 the League kept the $45 fundraising requirement for every member as the membership requirements were revamped. In addition, the JLSA Board of Directors joined with every Olé Committee member to sell $100 in event tickets and sell 10 raffle tickets. Those efforts alone raised $54,000 for League projects. Plus, in 2008 the AMAZING New Member/Provisional Class enthusiastically sold JLSA Olé raffle tickets. These women made fundraising look effortless – and sent the committee back to the printer for more raffle tickets. Wow! The in-league support is nothing short of amazing. Olé Marketplace and JLSA also enjoy generous support from the San Antonio business community. The League’s event based fundraisers are “fund-raisers” not “fund-spenders.” Over 65% of the event-based expense budget goes to facility rental and set-up. That doesn’t leave much for the elements of a great party; food, entertainment, and decorations. But, because of community support, when members and guests party
and shop Olé Marketplace those things are abundantly present. The JLSA, Inc. sponsors and donors provide everything from the invitations and flyer copies that were distributed, to the appetizers, beer, wine, and margaritas enjoyed at the special events. These donors and sponsors also further League fundraising efforts through amazing prizes for the raffle, and silent auction. They are the heroes of Olé and champions for the League. Please spend a moment today to recognize JLSA’s contributors. First, pat yourselves on the back. All Olé dollars go right back into League projects; an investment all can be proud to make. Second, thank the donors and sponsors. That thanks doesn’t require a big speech or a plate of cookies. A very simple, yet effective way to acknowledge their support is to write “thanks for supporting JLSA” on your credit card receipts as you frequent their businesses. Our League does important work. It takes brains, beauty, brawn, and bucks. Olé Marketplace is proud to provide a source of funding to further our mission. The Power of One is real; One League working together to raise funds and build donor relationships becomes an unstoppable force. With a spirit of partnership and gratitude all members will continue the amazing tradition of The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc.
Olé ’08 Sponsors & Donors Amorcitos Mexican Cuisine Aveda Institute Balloons Etc… Bambinos Bare Escentuals Barefoot Wine C. H. Guenther & Son Camp Honey Creek Canyon Springs Golf Course Capital Group Companies CB Richard Ellis Clear Channel Coco Chocolate Lounge & Bistro Copa Wine Bar Cricket Monogramming Documation
Fifth Latitude Designs Fit Mamas Prenatal Exercise Program Fleishman-Hillard, Inc. Flemings Prime Steakhouse Ginny’s Copy Center GLI Distributing Hyatt Hill Country Resort IBC Bank In-Courage Invitation Chicks Janie Christine Jean Brookover Photography Jojo Fiori Julian Gold Kathy McNaughton Kawasaki of Universal City Kenneth Cole La Hacienda de Los Barrios La Scala Learning Express Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry Lilly Pulitzer Liquid Assets Lone Hollow Camp Mama’s Café Margarita Man Massage Heights @ the Boardwalk Maverick Golf Club Merchants Grand Café Mr. & Mrs. Matt Brysacz Nursery Couture - Chic Mama Maternity Oh Baby Oh Olympia Hills Golf Course Paesano’s Restaurant Group Patricia’s Day Spa PF Changs (Quarry) Pure Posh Salon & Spa Rack Space Hosting Ralph Lauren Reagan High School Cheerleaders Regan High School Dance Team Robin Jackson Photography San Antonio Home & Garden Saturn Schakolad Silver Eagle Distributors - Bud Light Simpson Interiors Southwestern Motor Transport Spurs Foundation Sweet Pea Vintage Tansations Tesoro Corporation Texas Silver Mine Thailand Canyon The Body Shop The Bright Shawl Catering The Cake Shop The Hawk Golf Course The Painted Plate The Quarry Golf Club Tootie Pie Company Total Focused Golf Valero Energy Corporation Violet Hour Wildfish/Eddie V’s/Roaring Fork Wine O’ Sisters Yardley’s Salon & Spa
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Jan Hill named 2008-09 Volunteer Extraordinaire At the Annual Sustainer Brunch on Friday, October 3, Sustainers had the opportunity to hear updates on League happenings as well as the Signature Project, LITERACY San Antonio, which was presented by Suzanne Leatherman, Sustaining Advisor. A component of the Brunch Program this year was the official announcement of the 2008-2009 Volunteer Extraordinaire. The League is delighted to announce Jan Hill as the 2008-2009 Volunteer Extraordinaire. Jan is a won-
derful community leader and volunteer. Following the announcement, Jan commented, “After getting over the shock of being selected Volunteer Extraordinaire, I remember feeling both honored and humbled. Honored because the JLSA played such an important part in my life and served as superb training ground for leadership development and community involvement and also blessed me with friendships I cherish. Humbled because I do not see myself as a Volunteer
Recruit, recruit, recruit! The first Prospective Member Information Session will be held on Thursday, November 6th at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Room of The Bright Shawl. The next information session will be held on Thursday, January 15th at 6:30 p.m., also at The Bright Shawl. Please encourage friends, neighbors and co-workers who might be interested in joining this dynamic group of women to attend. This is just an informational meeting where they can ask questions,
get a membership application and talk to Active members about their experiences in the League. The Junior League is a great way for women who are new to the San Antonio community to get involved and get familiar with local non-profit organizations, make friends and feel a sense of belonging. Get involved — promote YOUR league. Ask your employer if flyers can be posted in lunch/break rooms and talk to friends and family; it is amazing how many people are truly interested in the organization and what it does for the community. For additional information please visit the JLSA website or email admissions @jlsa.org. The 2009 Admissions packet can be downloaded from the League website. Look under the “Forms” tab on your member homepage.
Extraordinaire but as someone who was fortunate enough to have people in my life who encouraged me to stretch, to welcome the chalJan Hill lenges and to take advantage of the opportunities the volunteer world offers for service.” Congratulations, Jan.
Sustainers, mark your calendars! November Please join us for an exclusive tour of the newest addition at the McNay Museum. Step into a masterpiece as we tour the Jane and Arthur Stieren Center for Exhibitions. The tour will begin at 6:00. Meet at the front desk of the McNay at 6000 North New Braunfels. Reception and cash bar to follow at Paloma Blanca. Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008; 6-8 pm Free for sustainers and guest. RSVP to sustainer@jlsa.org or 225-1861 ext. 339. December The Riverwalk is expanding! Learn more about the exciting San Antonio River Improvements Project and find out where it is going and how it will benefit the San Antonio community. The barge will depart at 6:00. Meet in the lounge of the El Tropicana Hotel at 110 Lexington. Reception to follow (cash bar). Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008; 6-8pm $10 per person RSVP to sustainer@jlsa.org or 225-1861 ext. 339.
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JLSA holds 50th Met auditions The 50th Annual Metropolitan Opera National Council Southwest Region Finals Auditions were held Sunday, September 28, 2008, at the CoatesSeeglison Theater Chapel on the beautiful grounds of Saint Mary’s Hall. The Finals Auditions have been hosted and staffed for 50 continuous years by the gracious volunteers of the Junior League of San Antonio (“JLSA”) and the Metropolitan Opera National Council (“MONC”). The purpose of the MONC Region Auditions is to discover new talent for the Metropolitan Opera and to find, assist, and encourage young singers in preparation for their careers. Valerie Kopinski, a soprano from Germantown, Maryland took first place and will represent the Southwest Region at Valerie the National Semifinals in Kopinski New York. In New York, the regional winners arrive several days in advance of the competition to prepare under the guidance of the Metropolitan Opera’s artistic staff. All regional winners then perform before a public audience on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, and ten are selected as national finalists. Those ten compete the following Sunday, February 22, 2009, in the Grand Final Concert on the Met stage, accompanied by the
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Metropolitan Opera orchestra. The judges for this year’s competition were Gayletha Nichols, Executive Director, MONC Auditions, Felicity Jackson, Associate Director, Chicago Opera Theater, Nicholas Russell, Freelance Arts Consultant and Ward Holmquist, Artistic Director, Kansas City Lyric Opera. This year’s post-audition reception was held at the lovely home of Dr. and Mrs. John Evans. The relationship between the Metropolitan Opera and the JLSA began with Mrs. Edgar Tobin, a lifetime member of the JLSA. Mrs. Tobin was able to secure the Metropolitan Opera Region Finals Auditions for San Antonio by combining her love for the opera, her strong belief in volunteerism and her association as a founding member of the MONC. This year, JLSA became the sole underwriter for all District Award Winners; this award is known as “Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. District Award.” The JLSA is recognized as the only Junior League in the nation allowed to host a Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition. The JLSA Metropolitan Opera Committee; Katherine Welder (Regional Chair), Jen Rubiola (District Chair), Stephanie Bailey (Publicity
La Cantera Shopping Event- Benefiting The JLSA, Inc.- Friday, Dec. 4, 2008 - 6 to 9pm The Shops at La Cantera- Nordstrom Courtyard Tickets: $20.00 ( Will be available for purchase at jlsa.org on November 15th) Fabulous food, drinks, shopping specials and goodie bags from selected stores JLSA’s Annual Breakfast with Santa – Saturday, December 6 - 9:30am to 12:30pm Bring your family and friends to enjoy a festive time complete with a delicious brunch, picture
Contestants take a break from the competition
Chair), Kim Biffle (Staging Chair), Heather Russo (Hospitality Chair) and Emily Seale (Concierge), truly appreciate all the help from the JLSA volunteers who donated their time, money and baked goods at this year’s MONC Auditions. With JLSA’s gracious and lovely volunteers, the committee was able to produce the most elegant and successful Auditions in 50 years. If you are interested in serving on the Met Opera Committee next year, please conat Welder tact Katharine kwelder@gmail.com.
taking with Santa, and fun crafts for the kids! Register online at www.jlsa.org. Calling All Guys and Dolls! Let’s go back to 1924 to celebrate The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc.’s 85th Anniversary. In true Roaring 20’s style we will eat, drink and be merry! The Joint (The Bright Shawl) will be jumping with great music, casino style games and, of course, a Speakeasy Bar. This event promises to be the Cat’s Meow so mark your calendar for Friday, March 27th, 2009.
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NOV 2008 Committee on the grow
Greetings from the Transfer CoChairs, Audrey Bertagnoli and Coco Anderson! The size of the Transfer Committee has grown and with it, so has Transfer involvement in JLSA, Inc.’s many events. Committee members have fulfilled membership credits in the form of trainings, community impact projects and membership service opportunities. Transfers have taken advantage of the fabulous activities planned by the Special Events Committee to get to know more about San Antonio and fellow League members. The women of the Transfer Committee have embraced the spirit of Olé and worked to benefit the San
Antonio community by selling Raffle Tickets, working sales shifts and taking part in Salsa and Shopping. On November 7th the transfers will be introduced to a unique San Antonio experience – First Friday. Transfers will have the opportunity to share an evening with the Board of Directors at the home of Gretchen Garceau-Kragh, and then head out into the King William District and Southtown to enjoy the evening’s festivities. The middle of November will find Transfers learning more about San Antonio and JLSA, Inc.’s impact on the city through the Community Meetings scheduled for this month.
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Transfers active, supportive
Welcome! Maya Thukral and Lindsey Lyons Maya transferred from Houston and has been a league member for five years. As a member there, she was in charge of the Tea Room and managed 10-12 waitresses every Saturday. Maya and her husband, Nandish, moved here to complete his cardiology fellowship, and they enjoy their adorable Shih-Tzu, Wicket. As a member of JLSA, Inc. Maya hopes to help the San Antonio community and make lots of new friends. ••••••• Lindsey transferred from Portland, Oregon, this will be her first year as an Active. Lindsey has a wonderful husband, Nate, whose job in pharmaceutical sales brought them and their Boston Terrier, Cooper, to San Antonio. She enjoys reading, traveling, photography, hiking, shopping and spending time with her family. Some of Lindsey’s goals for the JLSA, Inc. are to work with people in the community and to meet new people. Please welcome these and all of the Transfers at our upcoming League meetings and events!
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I’m a New Member, and I’ve had a few people ask me about what I want to do next year in the League. I’m so confused about placements – how can I find out more about this? Thanks for such a timely question! Your placement is where you will spend the majority of your time in the Junior League, and there are truly hundreds of opportunities to choose from. It’s a great dilemma to be in, but how do you know what will work for you? The Placement Showcase is an event designed to be an introduction and brief explanation of all placements available. It is an excellent way to jump-start your research into the volunteer opportunities you’d like to participate in next year, and in future years with the League! This event is held at The Bright Shawl, and kicks off with everyone gathering in the Ivy Room for a brief welcome and introduction. Afterwards, members break out in to smaller groups in different rooms. Council Chairs rotate to each room, presenting information about different
Clean out your closets before the holidays! JLSA, Inc., and Goodwill are working together to improve lives, so make your donation today! Sustainers, friends and family — take your donation to a convenient Goodwill donation station. Tear off the postage-paid comment card on the Goodwill receipt and write, “donated on behalf of JLSA” with approximate value of donation. Drop the card in the mail. It’s that easy! Actives and new members — take your donation to a donation station. Be sure to get a Goodwill receipt. Fill out the quota form on the website and list the items and their values. Mail, fax or scan and e-mail a copy of the receipt and the quota form to the office: 723 Brooklyn Ave., SAT 78216; fax 210.225.6832; email admin@jlsa.org.
types of positions and placements within their groups. Placement specifics about purpose, time commitment, location of the placement, and more will be discussed! Also, there will be plenty of time afterward to ask questions and get more information about placements that interest you, specifically. As an added bonus, the Placement Showcase is where changes to placements and new placements are announced! This year’s Placement Showcase will be on Tuesday, January 6 at 7:00 PM. All New Members are required to attend (this event will serve as the January Large Cluster meeting) but all members are welcome, and encouraged to join in! Good luck with your research, and see you in January! P.C. Have more questions about placement? Go online to www.jlsa.org and check out the Placement Tab. If you still can’t find the information you need, contact Billie Rose, Placement Chair at placement@jlsa.org for immediate assistance any time! Plus, if your question is featured in Placement Corner, you’ll receive a fabulous prize!
Fruit Salad by the Numbers Difficulty: Easy Ingredients: 1 handful toasted coconut 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate 3 orange sections 4 apple slices 5 small mild cheese cubes 6 banana slices 7 small melon cubes 8 seedless grapes Directions: • Count out the salad ingredients into one large bowl. • Stir 9 times, and then 10; eat and enjoy. Makes 1 serving. Nutrition information (serving size: 1 fruit salad): Calories: 249 Fat: 14g Saturated fat: 6.5g Carbohydrates: 26g Protein: 6.65g
Potassium: 234.35mg Fiber: 2.3g Cholesterol: 21.1mg Sodium: 346mg Calcium: 148.7mg
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NOV 2008
Corresponding Secretary’s Report August-September 2008 Transfer In Marisa Mireles (A) from Austin, Texas Marjory Newman (A) from Washington DC Jaqueline Valdez-Bueche’ (A) from Waco, Texas Amy Liddel (A) from Dallas, Texas Doris Daner (S) from Corpus Christi, Texas Transfer Out Latrisa Wedgeworth (A) to Miami, Florida Lisa May (P) to Dallas, Texas Candace Jacobs (S) to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Adriana Hayes (P) to Abilene, Texas Dionne Roberts (P) to San Francisco, California Alexandra Bunting (A) to Seattle, Washington Lisa Clark (A) to Chicago, Illinois Holly Schur (S) to Fort Worth, Texas Status Change Jill Fuller (A) to (ANR) Resigned in Good Standing Sarah Haynes (P) Reinstatement Patti Padgett (S) Deaths Marilyn Vogel (SE)
Scrawls, JLSA officers and staff Scrawls Co-editors: Casey Johnson & Kate Stevenson Board of Directors Laura Talley-President Anna-Melissa Cavazos-President-Elect Stephanie Nemec-Treasurer Cathy Scanlon-Treasurer-Elect Sarah Fielden-Secretary Gina Porter-Community Council Chair Laura Peel-Membership Development Council Chair Stacy Foerster-Fund Development Council Chair Elizabeth Anderson-Marketing Council Chair Research and Development Chair-Sarah Hardin Strategic Planning Chair-Cynthia Kerby Bylaws Chair-Lisa Keller Board Member-At-Large-Anne Ahlschwede Board Sustaining Advisor-Denise Reams White Assistant to the President-Molly Renaud Managing Director-Carolyn Kelley Community Advisory Board Selim Bingol, Fleishman-Hillard Communications Jelynne Burley, City Public Service Chad Clark, Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry Kye Kilpatrick Fox, Urban Advisory Services Zina Guerra, IBC Bank Frank Guerra, Guerra DeBerry Coody Joe Izbrand, Fleishman-Hillard Inc. Kaye Lenox, San Antonio Public Library Foundation Vicky Lockwood, Padgett, Stratemann & Co., LLP Robert McAdams, Carneiro, Chumney & Co., L.C. Beverly Purcell-Guerra, San Antonio Woman Magazine Frank Ruttenberg, Bracewell & Guiliani, LLP Tim Banwolf, Winstead, PC Joanne Winik, KLRN Kevin Wolff
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