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President’s Letter Dear fellow Junior League of Oklahoma City members,

MISSION The Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

VISION The Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. will empower volunteers to impact our community and enrich lives.

FOCUS Women Building a Better Oklahoma City

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Fall is my favorite season— the weather turns cooler, new adventures are in store for both teachers and students as they start the school year, and there are visible changes that surround us as the foliage begins to change colors. I also love college football season and all the accompanying traditions, as well as the holidays that are approaching in the near future. We have a lot of new adventures ahead of us this League year, and I look forward to seeing the visible changes and impact the Junior League will make throughout our community.

I remember the excitement and anticipation of starting a new school year, “would my teachers be nice, what if none of my friends were in my class, what if I got lost?”. New adventures can be scary, but each year I made new friends, learned from the new experiences, and became a stronger student through my studies. I know you all feel this same excitement as the new League year begins, and I know you all will grow as individuals in your new roles. I encourage you to embrace your fears, step out of your comfort zone, and see what wonderful results can unfold.

Throughout the summer, we had several community projects working together with our agency partners to improve Oklahoma City. Our members worked with the Pet Food Pantry, helped children in foster care pick out school supplies and new clothes, and they mentored youth at Family Junction. One of our newest projects “Health Beyond Sight” has been busy this summer, and our members are bonding with the visually impaired members of the community. As the League year gets busier with General Meetings and fundraisers, we are thankful for the hard work and many hours our volunteers give back to the community.

The League fundraisers have been tirelessly working on planning every detail of Mistletoe Market and Speaker in the City. Mark your calendars for November 9-11, 2017 for Mistletoe Market which will again be held downtown, at Cox Convention Center. I hope to see each of you at Preview Party (my personal favorite event of the fall) on November 8. The Speaker in the City team has been busy at work, and we look forward to the public announcement of our speakers. Stay tuned for many more exciting events, but save the date now for Thursday, February 8, 2018 as this will be an evening you do not want to miss.

As we look ahead to the great plans and ideas in store for the 2017-2018 League year, I am grateful for the women that set the groundwork for our success. We will be celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Junior League all year, as we give back to the community, further develop our members, and have a lot of fun while we do it. If you have ideas for trainings or events to help commemorate our 90th anniversary, please contact Ann Cameron and Sheena Karami (our 90th anniversary co-chairs) for further information.

League leaders have spent countless hours planning for the upcoming year, to ensure each member has a wonderful experience, and are working to drive our mission forward.

Thank you,

Tracey Frederick President Junior League of Oklahoma City 2017-2018

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LINK VISION

To inform members and increase awareness of Junior League of Oklahoma City projects and events.

EDITOR Jenn Tupps ASSISTANT EDITOR & BUSINESS MANAGER Michelle Phillips COMMITTEE MEMBERS Kelly Burchett, Stephanie Hinton,

Leah Jackson, Colin Rockefeller, Christy Wilson 2017-18 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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PRESIDENT Tracey Frederick PRESIDENT-ELECT Pam Campbell ADMINISTRATIVE VP Paula Cagigal BYLAWS CHAIR Sabrina Froehlich COMMUNICATIONS VP Christy Wilson COMMUNITY VP Cortney Smith FINANCE VP Katharine Johnston FUNDRAISING VP Kristen Ferate MEMBERSHIP VP Adrienne Nobles NOMINATING CHAIR Mei Cheng

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CHIEF OF STAFF Jamie Manoles

James Farris, Debbie Forshee, Dr. Terry Cline, Lindsay Parks, Nicole Dobbins, Lillie-Beth Brinkman, Mel Martin, Alex Cameron, Beth Shortt, Clytie Bunyan, Mary Melon, Noel Williams, MD, Annette White-Klososky, Molly Ross, Jim Gebhart, Rita Aragon, Aurora Lora, Jeff Kretchmar, Kelly Fry, Michael Brooks-Jimenez, Teresa Rose Crook, Kersey Winfree, Kristine Browne, Susan Webb

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FAMILY FITNESS NIGHTS Danielle Lidwell FOOD AND FUN AT FAMILY JUNCTION Mindy Rule HEALTHY PETS/HEALTHY HOMES Shannon Stiger HEALTH BEYOND SIGHT Casey Randall THE HEALTH FAIR Denise Cramer KITK/TOP CHEF Amanda Essali & Rachel Vernon PARENTS NIGHT OUT Hayley Moore HEALTHY PRACTICES FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE

Julia Jernigan & Britnee Joyner KIDS ON TRACK Lauren Hammonds

Deck the Halls with Mistletoe Market 2017 Mistletoe Market Board Nominating News

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Spotlight on Sustainer Jeary Seikel JLOC Spotlight on Lynsi Franklin

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Health Beyond Sight Food and Fun at Family Junction Nomination Forms

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PROM NIGHT Cassie Thompson RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE GUEST CHEFS Heather Davey SAFE KIDS CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECKS Tina Izadi SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Kristen LeForce WELLNESS FOR LIFE Nicole Doherty OPEN STREETS Katy McNeil FAMILY FUN NIGHTS Tori Raines VARIETY PACK Blair Bradley

League Link is published five times a year by the Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. HEADQUARTERS

ON THE COVER: Junior League of Oklahoma City is proud to celebrate its 90th year!

The Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. 1001 NW Grand Blvd.

Oklahoma City, OK 73118 Phone (405) 843-5668 Fax (405) 843-0994 www.jloc.org FUNDRAISERS

Mistletoe Market Speaker in the City Annual Campaign

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Deck the Halls with Mistletoe Market t’s only September but Christmas will be here before you know it! With the upcoming holiday season, the League Link is thrilled to be sharing all of the must-know details of the 2017 Mistletoe Market.

This year’s Mistletoe Market Board is hard at work planning for the League’s largest fundraiser of the year. Alex Brady, Mistletoe Market Chair, reminds members that this event contributes “…to the Junior League’s ability to fund community projects that make an impact in Oklahoma City. I love knowing that the money we raise will go back into the community.” Through this event, League members contribute to JLOC’s focus on improving health and wellness throughout Oklahoma City. The success of the Mistletoe Market directly impacts community projects throughout the remainder of the year and the 2017 Market Board has pre-

pared for this year to be a phenomenal triumph.

Mark your calendar for this spectacular holiday shopping event. General shopping hours run Thursday and Friday, November 9-10 from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 11, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Once again, Mistletoe Market will be hosted at the Cox Convention Center. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #MistletoeMarket throughout the 2017 event.

SPECIAL EVENTS The Special Events Committee has been working on making this year’s Mistletoe Market a truly memorable experience.

Preview Party The Market Preview Party is an

opportunity to shop early, while enjoying live music, cocktails, small bites, a wine raffle and silent auction. Much beloved by JLOC members, this annual event will be held Wednesday, November 8, at 6:00 p.m., with early admission granted to VIP ticket holders, who are welcomed to enter at 5:00 p.m. The VIP tickets are $75 per person and general Preview Party tickets are $50 per person. Aside from early access, a VIP ticket holder is guaranteed an official JLOC Mistletoe Market “Swag Bag” as well as two cocktail tickets. Don’t miss this year’s kick-off party for the Mistletoe Market!

Ladies Night Out Another fun, special event

to add to your calendar is Ladies Night, which is happening Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. This event is only open to adults of legal drinking age. Tickets are $45 per person and include a night of shopping, drinks, dinner, and one hour of painting.

Tickets are limited.

Breakfast with Santa Of course, the favorite 

Breakfast with Santa is always a big hit!

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event for families with young children to attend, will be Breakfast with Santa on Satur-

day, November 11, from 10-11:00 a.m. Tickets for this event will be $45 for one child and one adult; and $10 for each additional person. A ticket purchase includes donuts from Brown’s Bakery, cookie decorating, a picture with Santa Claus himself, and a Kids in the Kitchen Cookbook for each child in attendance. Tickets are limited.

QUOTA TICKETS AND SHIFT SIGN-UP JLOC Members are required to complete one three-hour Mistletoe Market shift and are required to purchase a ticket quota of $30 of Market tickets.

Sustainers can get involved too by donating food and snacks, or volunteering with Hospitality. See Sustainer Opportunities in box below!

MISTLETOE MARKET SUSTAINER VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

Sustainers can get involved by donating food/snacks, volunteering to deliver Hospitality snacks via the Snack Cart, or serving meals to Market vendors.

Snack Cart shifts are each approximately 2-hours, with shifts at 10:00am, 3:00pm, and 6:00pm (3 Food Carts in each shift).

Meal Service shifts are as follows: 8:30am (breakfast), 11:30am (lunch), 2:30pm (snack), or 5pm (dinner—Thursday and Friday only).

If you would like to sign up to donate food and/or to work a Sustainer shift, please contact Hospitality Co-Chair Sarah Miller at miller.m.sarah@gmail.com or Hospitality Sustaining Co-Chair Ann Trudgeon at atrudgeon24@gmail.com. Any and all assistance is much appreciated!

2017 Mistletoe Market Board

ALEX BRADY

CHRISTI COYLE

HILLARY ASHTON

ANN RICHARD-FARINHA

Mistletoe Market Chair

Special Events Sustaining Co-Chair

Print + Marketing Chair

Treasury Vice Chair

JEANIE BUTTS

MOIRA MCCARTHY-PARHAM

LORI MAYHUE

EMME COTTON

Sustaining Advisor

Special Events Vice Chair

Merchant Chair

Personnel Chair

BRIA HANLON

SARAH KLEPACKI

KATHERINE HAGER

KRISTEN FERATE

Mistletoe Market Vice Chair/ Arrangements Chair

Decorations Chair

Merchant Vice Co-Chair

Fundraising VP

SARAH MILLER

MIRANDA HINES

LYDIA SULLIVAN BENHAM

BROOKE JENSEN

Hospitality Active Co-Chair

Merchant Vice Co-Chair

Financial Development Chair

ANN TRUDGEON

LAUREN LEMBO-KELLIHER

Hospitality Sustaining Co-Chair

Treasury Chair

Arrangements Vice Chair

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We asked the Market Board For their advice surrounding Mistletoe Market What do you like most about serving on the Mistletoe Market Board?

I love being a part of a JLOC tradition and knowing that my efforts are enabling the League to fulfill its purpose in our community.

Without Mistletoe Market, JLOC wouldn’t have the necessary funds to be able to contribute the many benefits we do in the community. — Emme Cotton I have really enjoyed getting to know and work with such a wonderful group of women. We are a diverse group and all bring different strengths to the table which is so fun! —Bria Hanlon With Mistletoe Market being JLOC’s biggest fundraiser, I find that serving on the board is a huge contribution to the League. I also love forming the friendships and getting to know the behind-the-scenes aspects of this highly anticipated annual event. —Lori Mayhue Why would you recommend members to selfsubmit for a Mistletoe Market Board position?

Mistletoe Market is one of the Junior League’s largest fundraisers and impacts all of our community projects. It is such an amazing event that people from all over the community look forward to each year! —Brooke Jensen It is really neat being able to contribute to the League in a different way than just through 6 SEPTEMBER 2017

the community projects. Without the Market, we would not be able to do the amazing things we do across OKC. The board also consists of so many wonderful women that truly inspire me and make me a better person! —Whitney Pence The Mistletoe Market board touches so many aspects of the League. Board members have unique visibility into how all the moving parts work so beautifully together to further the League’s vision. —Lauren Lembo-Kelliher What is your favorite holiday tradition?

I love going home to my family in San Angelo, Texas for the holidays and spending time with all of my family at my grandmother’s house.

—Sarah Miller My favorite is my “Coyle Tree Trimming” party on the first Sunday after Thanksgiving every year. It started with about 12 girlfriends and has grown exponentially…. refreshments and lobster mac and cheese….so grateful for that day! —Christi Coyle I love to decorate my house while watching my favorite Christmas movies.

—Ann Richard-Farinha What is your favorite Mistletoe Market purchase or your go to vendor?

Sarah Briggs jewelry is always a favorite! I

have purchased a lot of jewelry from her booth over the years at Market. —Alex Brady My favorite purchase has to be the 3-D version of Owen Field! My great-grandfather was Bennie Owen, for whom the field is named, and I gave it to my grandmother for Christmas. She loved it so much she bought several more for my aunts, uncles and cousins. I found the vendor on-line recently and gave one to my nephew, also named Bennie, for Christmas last year.

—Ann Trudgeon My go to vendor is Under Wraps. I buy wrapping paper and lots of tulle for bows and decorations. —Katherine Hager What part of the Mistletoe Market can you not miss?

You definitely cannot miss Preview Party! It is such a fun event to catch up with girls in Junior League, have some amazing food, and get early access to all of the great vendors at Mistletoe Market! —Brooke Jensen Well, I missed Ladies Night Out last year, so you can bet this year I will at least be peeking my head out to see the fun!

—Ann Richard-Farinha Preview Party! It signals the start of the holidays! —Katherine Hager

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Training and Leadership Development Committee Information

By Megan Johnson and Samara Terrill

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he Training and Leadership Development Committee (“TLDC”) is excited to engage our members this year through empowering trainings to help better themselves, and to help all become even better volunteers in the community!

On Tuesday, May 30, the TLDC Committee began the summer with social at TopGolf. TopGolf is a fun atmosphere where you can work on your swing while enjoying time with friends.

Golfing and appetizers were provided by JLOC, and it was a swinging good time!

TLDC is looking forward to celebrating JLOC’s 90th anniversary by offering core trainings to our members that we are calling “the 90th Anniversary Training Series”! These training events will directly correlate to our projects, and help us become more sustainable volunteers in our community. As this is JLOC’s 90th anniversary, we hope to celebrate this milestone by seeing at

least 90 members certified in each of the categories of our 90th Anniversary Training Series. For example, we look forward to partnering with the CARE Center to send at least 90 members through their Child Abuse Prevention Program, “Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse”.

Also new this year, TLDC is in the beginning stages of creating a “Leadership Track” program! The “Leadership Track” will not only serve to help train our women for leadership within the League, but also in their careers.

Please keep an eye on your Monday emails for upcoming dates and times of TLDC events.

The committee is hard at work planning for the upcoming year! Some events to watch for include: Headshots and Happy Hour, Crafting and Cocktails, a Doggy Social and the aforementioned 90th Anniversary Training Series.

Stay tuned for more fun with your JLOC friends!

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Thursday,February 8, 2018 7:00 p.m.

Visit www.jloc.org to purchase tickets and get details on the Junior League of Oklahoma City’s premier event Speaker in the City.

NOMINATING NEWS By Mei Cheng, Nominating Chair The Nominating Committee is excited to begin our year! The Nominating Committee members were selected from a slate of names, chosen by the previous Nominating Committee. During the February General Membership Meeting, a vote of Active members determined which of the slated ladies would serve on the Nominating Committee. The committee is made up of four members with 2-4 years of Active service, and five members with 5+ years of Active service. The committee is rounded out by the Nominating Liaison (a carryover from the previous year), a Sustaining Advisor and the Nominating Chair. The Nominating Chair also serves as a member of the JLOC Board of Directors.

The job of the Nominating Committee is to identify women selected to serve in appointed leadership positions in the Junior League of Oklahoma City. In our process, we strive to match the needs of our organization with the strengths of our members. All of our members have numerous skills, experiences, and qualities that advance JLOC’s mission. We hope to place women who are strategically the best qualified and best fit for the job in a particular year.

This year, members will be given the opportunity to apply for appointed positions on a single form, much like they select their Community Placements. They will also be able to indicate for which positions they do not wish to be considered. If there is a particular position the member would like to expound upon, more detailed self-submissions will still be considered. A self-submission might include the reasons you are applying for the position and any detailed competencies that would aid the Nominating Committee in their decisions. Any experiences (educational, vocational, volunteer) shared with the committee will aid the decisionmaking process. Your self-submissions help the committee to avoid making selections based on superficial observations.

The Nominating Committee wishes to operate in the best interest of the Junior League of Oklahoma City. We strive to keep our process credible and transparent; however, to ensure respect to all the candidates, all deliberations are confidential. You can have confidence that all discussions are kind and thoughtful.

The first appointment opportunity will be the Junior League’s Organizational Development Institute (ODI) held November 3-5 in Grapevine, Texas. ODI is a series of educational trainings provided by AJLI. This is a great opportunity for emerging leaders to attend a leadership conference and expand their knowledge of the Junior League. Applications to serve on the Board of Directors will be mailed to eligible members at the beginning of October. In-person interviews will be conducted with potential President-Elect candidates.

Fall timeline: SEPTEMBER

Organizational Development Institute (ODI), Grapevine, Texas

OCTOBER

Board of Directors

NOVEMBER

Mistletoe Market Board

DECEMBER

Provisional Admissions and Training (PAT) Vice Chair Advising Mentors Co-Chairs

Throughout the year, please read your JLOC & ME for deadlines of upcoming appointments.

For the full list, the Appointment Timeline can be found in the Members Only area of the website under the “Resources” tab. Select “Nominating Documents and Forms.”

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90th Anniversary

By Sheena Karami

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nniversary years serve as a wonderful opportunity to celebrate milestones – such years afford us the chance to stand in awe of our history and accomplishments, as members of the Junior League of Oklahoma City and also as women. Celebrating 90 years as a storied organization is no small feat. During our time in the Oklahoma City area much has changed—not only in terms of the physical landscape of our city—but in the actual makeup of our state and country. Simply put, to appreciate where our organization is today, we have to understand how far women have come over that same period of time, ultimately allowing us to serve with such vibrant passion!

Let’s take a quick trip down history lane: At the time of the JLOC’s founding, women had only a been able to vote for a few years. Many of the women who helped build the footing for JLOC were a part of numerous such movements before and after our founding, championing the cause for all women. That is, ultimately, what Junior League women do. They see a gap, an issue, an injustice, and they step up to tackle the challenge head-on. Throughout the 90 years of our existence, Junior League members have stood up for the issues some may take for granted today, such as women’s

and reproductive rights, civil rights, equality in the workplace, the ability to don their running shoes to participate in events such as the Boston Marathon (as of 1972), serve on a jury (wasn’t until 1973 when women could serve on juries in all 50 states), and even apply for a credit card without the approval of a spouse, something that was not possible until 1974.

When we step back and think about all that’s been accomplished for women, by women, we are inspired. Without the steadfast commitment of both Junior Leaguers and non-Leaguers alike, we wouldn’t be where we are today, with members who are a force to be reckoned with as industry and community leaders!

The notion of “pay it forward” is at the core of our cause. The Leaguers who came before us took the triumphs of their time and trained the next generation so they could go out, volunteer, and serve others. In that same spirit, JLOC is celebrating 90 years by paying it forward through specialized, meaningful trainings focused on meeting the challenges facing OKC today. For our 90th Anniversary, JLOC is investing in the skilled volunteers amongst our ranks so that they... you guessed it... can take that training and pay it forward to serve additional populations!

Through our focus in Health, JLOC is aware of multiple challenges that can only be addressed through the work of highly skilled volunteers. This year, JLOC is committed to training/certifying 90 volunteers in four different core areas, respectively. These areas include:

CPR QPR (Suicide Prevention Training) Domestic Abuse Recognition Training Child Abuse Prevention Training

Reinvesting in OKC through signature projects is another goal of the 90th Anniversary. We’re excited to announce that JLOC will embark on a remodel of one of our most popular signature projects, The Jungle Gym at the Oklahoma City Zoo! Originally completed in 2004, The Jungle Gym has been a favorite spot for many visitors of the Zoo. Working in conjunction with Leathers, the company who helped plan the initial design for The Jungle Gym, a full assessment will be completed to detail all areas that need to be updated for function and aesthetic purposes. After this, plans for implementation will begin, culminating with JLOC volunteers—Sustainers, Actives, and Provisionals—gathering for a weekend of service to bring the remodel to life in Spring 2018!

Highlighting the history of our organization is our main focus in celebrating 90 years.

Throughout the 2017-18 year, historical facts about JLOC will be shared at General Membership Meetings and through publications such as League Link, The League Lowdown blog, and JLOC & ME. With such a storied history, much of which is unknown by our membership, sharing the tale of JLOC is a vital part of the 90th Anniversary! To that same extent, JLOC is excited to announce that the former JLOC exhibit at the Oklahoma History Center will now be housed at Headquarters! Our team is working with the Center to determine how to make the data and information from the exhibits readily available for anyone interested in learning more about JLOC. Artifacts and historical pieces from the exhibits will also be #JLOC90: President Elect Pam Campbell and President Tracey Frederick join Helen Ford Wallace from NewsOK on Parties Extra! to discuss the League’s 90th anniversary and all the special projects planned to commemorate this monumental occasion.

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put on permanent display at Headquarters in the coming months!

With the changes implemented last April to Legacy & Legends, transitioning it to an evening event, the 90th Anniversary will pair up with the event to celebrate this historical milestone! There is no better time to applaud 90 wonderful years in Oklahoma City than when we’re gathered to applaud the accomplishments of inspiring women!

As event details are finalized, be sure to save the date on your calendars —it’ll be a Legacy & Legends you won’t want to miss!

The final piece of the 90th Anniversary is the Entertaining Book. Aptly titled Western+Grand, signifying the cross-street location of our Headquarters, this book with be a featured piece every home will want to have. Offering an Oklahoma City and JLOC approach to entertaining,

Western+Grand will be filled with recipes, pictures, and entertaining tips for use at your next party. With a beautiful cover designed by local artist Rita Ortloff, this isn’t a book you’ll want to keep hidden away on the shelf, either. It’s meant to be displayed on your coffee table or any spot where it can be appreciated! Information about pre-sales will be available later this fall.

As you can see, there is a lot happening as we celebrate our 90th Anniversary! With so much going on, be sure to read your weekly JLOC & ME for additional information regarding activities and events as details become available. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact myself or cochair Ann Cameron!

Cheers to 90 years… the women who came before us, and the women who will come after us!

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Spotlight on Sustainer Jeary Seikel

BY KELLY BURCHETT the kind of steadfast dedication to community service embodied by Junior League Sustainer and former JLOC President, Jeary Seikel, is refreshing.

Jeary (pronounced “Jerry,”) moved to Oklahoma City in 1983 with two young children and a husband who was beginning his medical practice. When her close friend Helen Wallace encouraged her to join the League, Jeary took an interest. “In those days, it was considered a great privilege to be invited to join the Junior League.” Born in a small town, Jeary notes that her mother “most certainly wasn’t a member of the Junior League, but she was a member of the Bridge Club, and the Garden Club, and all of those ‘church clubs’ that one has, so I come from that background.”

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different during Jeary’s provisional year. “In those days,” she said, “it was all very top secret.

You got submitted, and you didn’t know it.

You got checked out, and you didn’t know it.

Then a big surprise party happened on your porch, and you were then invited to join, starting right that moment.”

For Jeary, becoming a member of the League as a young woman had a tremendous impact on her early days as a community volunteer. “It defined my being as a woman. It sharpened my talents, taught me to have fun, and extended my life socially.”

Following her provisional year, Jeary was asked to be editor of the League Link magazine, which was called “Tapestry” at the time. After years of service and dedication to the League, Jeary served as League President in 1990-1991, a role that she views as a great honor.

At that time, members were required to give at least two to three hours a week working on various League projects. Because the JLOC of the past was mostly composed of married women who did not work outside the home, the provisional course was initially offered during the day. However, during Jeary’s tenure as President, the group realized the need to provide opportunities for engagement during the evening. This newfound flexibility provided more women the opportunity to become involved.

Sustainers Jeary Seikel, Betsy Mantor, and Lee Ann Nordin working on JLOC scrapbooks

As she recalls memories of rummage sales, food bank drives, literacy programs, and working at JLOC’s charity shop, the Remarkable Shop, Jeary’s humility is apparent, as is her great reverence for the enormous commitment of League women of previous generations.

While acceptance to the JLOC in the past implied a lifelong commitment, a more casual approach has become the norm, something that Jeary finds worrisome. “In my day, when you were invited to be in the Junior League, you accepted, and you stayed. You became a Sustainer—you never quit. I wonder if it’s because we don’t appreciate this amazing story.

I mean, I can look at what you guys are doing today, and I can look at what they were doing in 1927…it’s mind blowing to me that they put together the very framework that you’re still using today.”

If you would like to see firsthand the important work of the Junior League of Oklahoma City, please stop by Headquarters and take a look at the scrapbooks that are prominently displayed in the front sitting room. These scrapbooks are compiled each year, and contain the history of the JLOC. Jeary Seikel is very proud of these scrapbooks, and has helped compile many of them during her Junior League career. These scrapbooks can teach our members about where the League has been during these past 90 years, and can inform our purpose so that we may continue impacting our community for many decades to come.

“Speak in statements instead of apologetic questions. No one wants to go to a doctor who says, “I’m going to be your surgeon?

I’m here to talk to you about your procedure? I was first in my class at Johns Hopkins, so?” Make statements, with your actions

Thanks for all you do for JLOC, Lynsi! You are an integral part of the Junior League and we appreciate you!

JLOC Spotlight on

Lynsi Franklin With all she does behind the scenes, let’s get to know our JLOC Office Manager!

How long have you been working for JLOC? 4 years.

What does a typical day look like for you at Headquarters? 9-2, answering phones, working on Digital Cheetah and answering all of y’all’s emails!

Tell us about your family—are you married? Any children? I have been married to David for almost 20 years. He is my best friend and we have the best two girls out there! I have Ragan Brooke, almost 14, going to be an 8th grader at Cimarron Middle School and Addi Grace, almost 12 years old, going to be a 6th grader at Cimarron as well. Ragan is my academic girl and Addi is my reading enthusiast. They are both active in church and both love school and chocolate!! We also have one pet, Tim, the fish!

What is your favorite summer memory? As a mom, taking the girls to the pool and watching them swim and play and have fun. Also, taking them to Disney two years ago watching the fireworks at Hollywood Studios. It was set to the songs from Frozen and millions of bubbles started raining down on us. It was magical.

Your favorite vacation destination? We just took a cruise to Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Jamaica and we loved it!!!

My dream would be to take the girls to Europe someday and we always love the mountains of Colorado. My husband is from Colorado so it is always fun going home for him.

What is your favorite thing about being a part of JLOC? All of you ladies!

What’s your favorite food and your favorite restaurant in OKC? My favorite food is definitely cheese fries with ranch!!!! My favorite restaurant is Red Rock Canyon Grill. They have an amazing chicken caesar salad.

What do you think is the biggest impact JLOC has on the community? The projects, I love seeing the pictures and hearing the stories of all the girls out in the different projects making memories.

What's on your bucket list? Bucket list is to raise my baby girls into Smart, independent, sweet, kind and loving Christian adults who love the Lord and love people and make a difference!

What do you do in your free time? What are your hobbies? I love having girl time with my best friends and my favorite thing is movie night with my hubby and girls. We love to try new restaurants as well.

Anything else you want the JLOC members to know? I love working for the league. It is a perfect gig for a momma!! My priorities in life are Jesus, family and friends in that order.

and your voice.”

—TINA FEY

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2017-18 JLOC Provisional Class Members

Welcome 2017-18 Provisional Class Katherine Abraham Maddie Algeo Caroline Allen Michelle Andrews Sarah Baber Robin Banell Shelby Beck Carla Beltran Rachel Benbrook Mia Bockus Maggie Bowker Sarah Brown Kelly Burchett Courtney Caplin Bekah Capps Emily Clinard Kristal Cochran Alexandra Cochran Cameron Collins Rachel Cook Caroline Cookson Erin Cowan

Ciara Daniels Kelly DeLorenzo Abby Dodson Katie Duke Kelsey Duncan Sammy Duncan Alexis Embry Amber Emerson Colleen Enis Erica Ernzen MaKenna Estes Caryn Franson Amanda Gary Meg Gatewood Megan Gelmers Beth Gentry Nicki Georgi Edith Gilyard Rachel Ginter Dani Beth Goodrich Sarah Beth Hall Amanda Hanebutt

Sarah Jane Harris Sarah Hartman Laura Heckenkemper Kelsey Henry Morgan Hensley Gabrielle Henson Mayra Hernandez Alicia Hewlett Paige Higley Stephanie Hinton Krissy Holman Cassie Holmes Chelsey Hussey Lexie Jenkins Abby Johnson Daysha Johnson Hayley Jones Evalyne Kamau Katelyn Kelly Jennifer Killmer Robyn Kleinpeter Stacy Knox

Samantha Kobs Maggie Lanier Danielle Lapsley Kristen Lauck Ashley Lay Whitney Lopez Lindsay Lucas Marissa Mahan Kathleen Mahn Haley McCaleb Christy McCarthy Jessica McCormick Erin McCoy Kimberly Meade Camden Means Ashanti Mensah Kelsey Moody Whitney Morgan Christen Morgan Marcella Morgan Nura Nael Laura Neal

Brooke Nolte Shellee Oakley Glenda Parker Allison Parker Felicia Patel Beth Pearcy Arden Pentz Cassiday Pinion Lauren Polchinski Sarah Powers Anne Rader Bri Ramos Taylor Readio Jenna Rice Kristin Richards Taylor Rockefeller Katie Rose Kelsey Ruby Lyndsey Ryan Michelle Sampson Candace Saunier Sissy Scholl

Calley Scott Natasha Seymour Sara Shidell Kathryn Simon Shayna Sims Sarah Stringer Melissa Struebing Eliza Swisher Whitney Swyden Lesley Thomas Victoria Tran Nikki Wade Katie Wagner Tiara Wallace Antonia Washington Kelsey Watson Madelyn Willis Carley Yates Megan Young

2017-18 PROVISIONALS ON THEIR WAY TOWARDS ACTIVE STATUS This spring, JLOC welcomed 129 Provisional ladies. The year started off with the annual welcome celebration at Headquarters, inviting Provisionals and their Sponsors to meet their PAT Advisors and mingle with other members. Over the summer, the Provisional class went to the Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma County, where team building activities were facilitated by Shiloh Adventure Camps. JLOC is thrilled to welcome these new members and looks forward to building on the already wonderful start of the 2017-18 Provisional year.

The 2017-18 Provisionals are led by PAT Chair, Jennifer Fritsch, and PAT Vice-Chair, Jenna Hudson.

When asked about the Provisional Class and their impact in the JLOC, here is what they had to say:

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“My favorite part about being involved in Provisional Training is the possibility of someday seeing a woman from this class become JLOC President. Whatever they choose to do, big or small, my hope is that we’ve guided them and trained them to be strong, confident volunteers within JLOC and in the community.”

—Jennifer Fritsch, PAT Chair “This is my third year to be involved in the Provisional Training process, twice as a PAT Advisor and now as PAT Vice. My favorite part is getting to be involved with our newest members. I believe that your first year is the most important and it paves the way for an individual’s JLOC career. I am looking forward to this year and all of the exciting things that Jennifer has planned!”

—Jenna Hudson, PAT Vice-Chair

PAT Chair Jennifer Fritsch and PAT Vice-Chair Jenna Hudson

WELCOME TO THE 2017-2018 PROVISIONAL CLASS

One is a metal smith.

One met her husband in the Virgin Islands at the same bar her sister met her husband in 10 years prior.

One was deported from the UK.

One was born 12/12 at 11:11 weighing 7 lbs. 7 oz. with the initials DD.

One, in terms of birth order, is the oldest, youngest, middle & only child. In her biological family, she is the oldest. In her adoptive family, she is the youngest. She is directly in the middle of both sets, but was raised as an only child.

ATTORNEY

One got married in the drive thru of The Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas.

HEALTHCARE

One was born with 6 fingers on each hand.

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Meet Your PAT Advisors We asked each of the PAT Advisors to tell us a little bit about themselves…here are the questions we asked.

1. How many years have you been a member of the JLOC?

Questions we asked the girls: 2. Which color group are you leading?

3. Describe JLOC in one word.

ERIN SEXSON 1. I have been a member for 7 years.

2. Purple 3. Compassionate

LAURA NEAL 1. 5 years 2. Yellow 3. Selflessness

DANA GILLETT 1. This is my 3rd active year.

2. Hot Pink!

3. Empowering

LEXY LUX 1. This is my 7th year.

2. Teal 3. Connected

2017-18 PAT Team

LAUREN REIKEN-HOBBS 1. 9th Active year.

2. Red 3. Enriching KELLI HILGENFELD 1. 3 years (2 Active) 2. Light Blue 3. Inspiring

DANIELLA KNIGHTEN 1. 4 years (3 Active) 2. Orange 3. Sisterhood: There are so many wonderful women in the JLOC and I consider several to be great friends of mine. Life has many seasons and it is good to know that I will get to spend a lifetime making new friends through an amazing organization of SISTERS, while holding on to the friendships that I have created in JLOC!

AMY MCDOUGALL 1. 13-I think…I was pregnant with my second child my first active year, and she’s going to be 15 in November (plus I spent last year as a Sustainer, so that’s -1 year!)

2. Thunder Blue 3. Confusing. But thankfully great advisors can make it less confusing! There’s so much League Lingo, committees, councils, placements, etc. to try to remember. It took me 2-3 Active years before I really understood how everything works.

LAURA WINKLER 1. 5th Active year.

2. Coral

MARGO WARD 1. This is my 10th year.

2. Lime Green 3. Committed

SAVE THE DATE PROVISIONAL COURSES

REQUIRED TRAININGS

COURSE 1

September 27, 2017 October 25, 2017 January 31, 2018 February 28, 2018 March 28, 2018

September 6 or 20, 2017 COURSE 2

October 4 or 18, 2017 COURSE 3

February 7 or 21, 2018 

2017-2018 Provisional Class enjoyed a night out bonding at Pinot’s Palette!

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COURSE 4

April 4, 2018

HOW WE LIVE THE

CHARGER CODE To Learn with honor

College Preparatory Curriculum (PS - Grade 12) • Hands-On Learning • Daily Arts Instruction Project-based Learning • Enrichment • AP and Honors Curriculum • Independent Studies Program STE(A)M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Design, Math) • Innovative Technology Innovative Studies: Entrepreneurship, Broadcast Journalism and Production Challenge Scholar and Challenge Artist Programs

To Lead with courage

Character Education • Leadership Education • Peer Leadership Program Student/Faculty Advisory Groups • Cross-age Learning • Diversity and Equality Club Student Government • Student Life Committee

To Serve

with compassion

Heritage Hall students donate more than 20,000 service hours annually through: Service Learning at each grade level, beginning at age 3 • Service Learning Capstone Project Annual Upper School Day of Service • Campus-wide Service Projects Student Mentors at partner schools, including the Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village

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GIRLS ON THE BLOCK Kelsey Ruby PROVISIONAL What is OKC’s best kept secret fall activity?

Being outside at Martin Nature Park or any of the state parks close to the metro.

What do you most look forward to in the fall?

Tailgating and cheering on OSU football every Saturday!

Current favorite restaurant?

What is your favorite fall tradition?

Our neighborhood is a Halloween hot spot, so we love having family over and giving out candy to hundreds of adorable trick-ortreaters.

Heather Ward ACTIVE What is OKC’s best kept secret fall activity?

I don’t know if it’s a secret, but Pumpkinville at the Myriad Gardens is my favorite! This part might be a bit of a secret—the pumpkins are sold at the end of the display and it’s just in time for Thanksgiving decorating!

What is your favorite fall tradition?

OU FOOTBALL! Putting the OU wreath on the door in September and getting geared up for the first game!

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What do you most look forward to in the fall?

I definitely look forward to a good campfire with friends and a glass of red wine.

Current favorite restaurant?

Gabriella’s—a great place for a good bowl of pasta and a cozy fire in the fall!

What are you reading or watching right now?

I just discovered Blue Bloods. I can’t decide if I like the show or just Tom Selleck!

Packard’s takes up a big piece of my heart, but it’s so hard to choose in Midtown right now!

What are you reading or watching right now?

American Fire by Monica Hesse.

So good!

Kristi Leonard SUSTAINER What is OKC’s best kept secret fall activity?

The Oklahoma Derby runs at Remington Park in late September.

Every race that day has a large purse attracting great horses from all over the country. People get really dressed up, hats and everything. It’s a fun day!

What is your favorite fall tradition?

My kids and I go to the Grider Pumpkin Patch in Perkins, OK, every year to pick out pumpkins and gourds. We started going when they were little, but they still look forward to it all these years later.

Bring garden shears because you actually cut them from the vine.

What do you most look forward to in the fall?

Oklahoma State football. This is our 19th year as season ticket holders, and we sit with our best friends from college.

Current favorite restaurant?

En Croute. Cheese, meat, wine: my three favorite food groups.

What are you reading or watching right now?

America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray. It’s about Martha Jefferson—what she sacrificed for her father’s happiness and success. Compelling.

Christy Wilson BOARD MEMBER What is OKC’s best kept secret fall activity?

Not so much a secret, but we love spending weekends in the fall at the Parkhurst Pumpkin Patch in Arcadia. They have a corn maze, petting zoo, hay rides, fishing ponds and a whole bunch of fun activities for kiddos!

What is your favorite fall tradition?

I LOVE Halloween and unironically so do my parents who always throw an awesome costume party!

What do you most look forward to in the fall?

Everything pumpkin. #sobasic

Current favorite restaurant?

The Drake.

What are you reading or watching right now?

Game of Thrones is finally back, so I’m watching that. And I am currently reading Before the Fall

by Noah Hawley.

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Food and Fun AT FA M I LY J U N C T I O N

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o far this summer, the volunteers organizing events for the summer session of Food and Fun at Family Junction have planned several outings for the kids. Because the summer session lends itself to mid-day activities, the kids have more opportunity to get out of the shelter and explore Oklahoma City while they’re on summer vacation. With five stellar volunteers, we have taken the kids to the Science Museum of Oklahoma where they explored the museum for 90 minutes and wrapped-up the day with lunch in the museum’s cafe. They toured the “Bodies” exhibit that’s currently in town and learned about

Project Manager Mindy Rule

the science and make-up of the human body. The following week, the kids had a visit from a hip-hop instructor who taught them a hip-hop lesson, since they love to dance! We then visited the Kehinde Wiley exhibit at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art and had lunch at a Thai restaurant. This outing allowed the kids to explore cultural diversity in both art and food. Rounding out the summer, we’ll be taking the kids to Main Event where we’ll bowl and play arcade games.

All of the activities have encouraged these great kids to open up to our volunteers, explore new ideas and activities they may not otherwise be exposed to.

VA R I E T Y PAC K (Summer Events) This year Variety Pack is undertaking seven projects, including the addition of one new project to the mix. Each project associated with Variety Pack is geared toward a shorter time span and is typically completed in one day. JLOC provides the volunteers for each project, helping the agencies that need temporary assistance for their projects. Each of these projects has gone through the Project Development Committee and been approved by our Community Council. In addition, each individual project is also reviewed by the Project and Committee Evaluation (“PACE”) to confirm that it is a good fit for both our members and the agency.

Our first project took place on Friday, June 2, at the Oklahoma City Zoo, during “Dream Night at the Zoo”, where children with special healthcare needs and their immediate family members are treated to a fun night. Our JLOC volunteers assisted with the

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Project Manager Blair Bradley

photo booth during this event. Our volunteers also helped at “Back-2-School” with Citizens Caring for Children. This shopping experience allows foster children to each be matched with a volunteer, and together they shop for a new school outfit, shoes, backpack, and school supplies. Over 600 foster children were served through this event, which occurred July 27-31.

Later this year, we will be participating in “Deck the Halls” with Positive Tomorrows, Girls on the Run 5K, the “Kidstock Festival” with the Girl Scouts of Western OK, and the “Wacky Water Wahoo” with Safe Kids. Another project we’re excited to participate in is “Wiggle Out Loud” on September 17, 2017 at the Myriad Gardens Great Lawn. This event is OKC’s free, active-family, music festival for all ages.

There will be music, activities, artwork, and more. All of our members are invited to attend!

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Project Manager Casey Randall

ealth Beyond Sight is a new and exciting placement collaborating with New View Oklahoma. Their objective is to take men and women of all ages and not only teach them skills that will help them succeed but also enrich their lives in a way that shows them that visual impairments should not define them or hold them back.

Earlier this month, JLOC volunteers went through a blindness sensitivity training so that we would know what to expect from the kids.

We began by being led blindfolded into the Junior League large conference room, where we then had to make and eat our own snack.

Although very few of the people that NewView works with are completely blind, a great deal of them have visual impairments that could worsen

over time. It was an amazing hands-on experience that I recommend everyone tries at some point to better understand visual impairment.

On July 20, at the last session of NewView’s end-of-summer OWL camp (Oklahomans Without Limits), JLOC volunteers had the pleasure of helping host a carnival. There was face painting, water slides, an inflatable obstacle course and bouncy house. But the real crowdpleaser was a foam pit that was setup in the center of the camp, where the kids could jump around and dance to music. It was really a tremendous pleasure to get to meet these children and talk with them to learn just a little bit about their lives. We had such a great time playing and dancing with these kids and cannot wait until our next event in October!

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Mary Baker Rumsey Lifetime Achievement Award 2017 – 2018 Nomination Form Mary Baker Rumsey was a founder and the first president of the Junior League of Oklahoma City. She believed that volunteers have a positive impact on their community and epitomized this belief through a lifetime of service.

The Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. is pleased to honor a Sustaining Member for her achievements

NOMINEE NAME

in volunteer service to the community. The award recipient will be notified in January 2018 by the selection committee. She will then be honored at Legacy and Legends scheduled for Spring 2018.

The Nominator(s) of an award recipient is not required to be the presenter at the event.

PHONE NUMBER

PROFESSION/PLACE OF WORK

ADDRESS/CITY/STATE/ZIP

NOMINATOR(S) NAME

RELATIONSHIP TO NOMINEE

EMAIL OF NOMINATOR(S)

PHONE NUMBER

ADDRESS/CITY/STATE/ZIP

This page may be duplicated to allow for additional information that may be helpful to the Selection Committee.

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Complete this nomination form in its entirety to the best of your ability. This may be done by hand or on-line at www.jloc.org 2. Please type or print legibly.

3. Any member of the Junior League is eligible to submit a nomination.

4. Only one additional item, such as a resume or biography, can be attached on an 8½”x 11” piece of paper with the nomination form.

5. Nominations must be received by Friday, December 1, 2017. Nominations may be submitted electronically or at Junior League Headquarters, 1001 N. Grand Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73118; ATTN: Adrienne Nobles, Membership VP. 6. All questions can be directed to Adrienne Nobles, Membership Vice President at anobles1@yahoo.com.

SIGNATURE OF NOMINATOR(S)

Explain why you think this nominee deserves the Mary Baker Rumsey Lifetime Achievement Award:

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Please list organizations with which Nominee is/has been affiliated:

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CRITERIA The Mary Baker Rumsey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will: 1. Be a Junior League member that has demonstrated significant achievement/commitment to the community throughout her lifetime.

2. Symbolize the Junior League spirit; applying her Junior League training and leadership skills to a community organization(s) she helped create, organize, develop, and/or execute in the metro area.

3. Be a Junior League of Oklahoma City member in good standing.

Call for Mary Baker Rumsey Lifetime Achievement and Sustainer of the Year Award Nominations It is an exciting year for the Legacy & Legends event as we celebrate 90 years of the Junior League of Oklahoma City. With so many inspiring, passionate and driven women involved in our league, help us honor their achievements by submitting nominations for the Mary Baker Rumsey Lifetime Achievement or the Sustainer of the Year Awards. Nominations are due

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Sustainer of the Year Award 2017-2018 Nomination Form

The Junior League of Oklahoma City, Inc. is pleased to honor a Sustaining Member for her achievements in volunteer service to the community.

The award recipient will be notified in January 2018

NOMINEE NAME

by the selection committee. She will then be honored at Legacy and Legends in Spring 2018.

The Nominator(s) of an award recipient is not required to be the presenter at the luncheon.

PHONE NUMBER

PROFESSION/PLACE OF WORK

ADDRESS/CITY/STATE/ZIP

NOMINATOR(S) NAME

RELATIONSHIP TO NOMINEE

EMAIL OF NOMINATOR(S)

PHONE NUMBER

ADDRESS/CITY/STATE/ZIP

This page may be duplicated to allow for additional information that may be helpful to the Selection Committee.

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Complete this nomination form in its entirety to the best of your ability. This may be done by hand or on-line at www.jloc.org 2. Please type or print legibly.

3. Any member of the Junior League is eligible to submit a nomination.

4. Only one additional item, such as a resume or biography, can be attached on an 8½”x 11” piece of paper with the nomination form.

5. Nominations must be received by Friday, December 1, 2017. Nominations may be submitted electronically or at Junior League Headquarters, 1001 N. Grand Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73118; ATTN: Adrienne Nobles, Membership VP. 6. All questions can be directed to Adrienne Nobles, Membership Vice President at anobles1@yahoo.com.

SIGNATURE OF NOMINATOR(S)

Explain why you think this nominee deserves the Sustainer of the Year Award:

CRITERIA The Sustainer of the Year Award recipient will:

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Please list organizations with which Nominee is/has been affiliated:

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1. Be a Junior League member that has demonstrated significant achievement/commitment to the community throughout her lifetime.

2. Symbolize the Junior League spirit; applying her Junior League training and leadership skills to a community organization(s) she helped create, organize, develop, and/or execute in the metro area.

3. Be a Junior League of Oklahoma City member in good standing.

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Beyond the League n Oklahoma City, there are many amazing organizations that support groups of people, areas of the city, arts programs, families, and many other worthy causes.

It may not surprise you to learn that many of the women who volunteer for JLOC also volunteer with other organizations around OKC. Erin Logan and Kaitlyn Allen are two such women.

Erin is a volunteer on JLOC’s Open Streets community project, and has been a member of JLOC since 2016. Kaitlyn has been a JLOC member since 2015, and is currently placed in the Family Fun Nights community project. In addition to their JLOC commitments, they are also both members of an Oklahoma City organization called Sharing Tree.

Sharing Tree is a metro-area nonprofit, formerly known as The Christmas Connection, that serves families in need by providing a dignified shopping experience at no cost. The organization was founded so that local families could obtain Christ-

JLOC Member Erin Logan JLOC Member Kaitlyn Allen 

mas presents and a coat for each member of their immediate family. However, as the needs of the community has grown, Sharing Tree has too.

The organization has expanded to four connection programs: Christmas Connection, providing Christmas morning to children in need; Crisis Connection, providing support to families after a disaster; Classroom Connection, providing school uniforms to children in need; and Community Connection, providing general needs to disadvantaged members of the community.

Erin serves as the President of the Board of Directors. She has been on the Board for three

years and has volunteered with Sharing Tree for more than seven. Her favorite experience is working with the Classroom Connection. She notes, “helping kids stay in school by providing properly fitted uniforms is so important in them continuing their education and feeling confident in doing so.”

Kaitlyn serves as Secretary, and is starting her third year on the Board of Directors. During last Christmas season, Kaitlyn worked with the Christmas Connection program. She says, “It was wonderful to see all of the smiles and joy that people received from shopping for gifts for their family.”

Thank you Erin and Kaitlyn, for all your hard work in the OKC community! We are proud of you!

If you would like to be featured (or would like to nominate someone for a feature) in an upcoming issue of League Link, please email tupps.editor2017@ gmail.com. We are so proud of all our community volunteers, and want to showcase other projects that our members are passionate about!

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Be on the lookout for fab ulous new JLOC 90th Anniversary volunteer sh irts! Merchandise will go on sale at the Se ptember General Membership Meeting an d will be available for purchase as long as supplies last.

You don't want to miss ou t on these new items, so be sure to us at the GMM!

2016 Sharing Tree Gala committee (l-r): Brandi Johnson, Shelly Douglas, Angelica Freimann, Kaitlyn Allen (JLOC Member), Erin Logan (JLOC Member), and Lisa Harper, Sharing Tree Executive Director

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Our hashtag to celebrate all things related to the 90th Anniversary this year will be #JLOC90

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The Board had a great time at their informal meeting, bonding, brainstorming and brushing up on their artistic skills! Pictured in the back row (from left to right) are Jamie Manoles, Mei Cheng, Pam Newby, Pam Campbell and Tracey Frederick. Front row (left to right) are members Kristen Ferate, Sabrina Froehlich, Paula Cagigal, Cortney Smith and Christy Wilson.

Sarah Campbell & Samara Terrill with their sons after the JLOC Mommy & Me Fit4Mom class.

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President Tracey Frederick poses with her official Presidential portrait

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Letters to the League

SAVE THE DATE Please make plans to join the Sustaining Events Committee for this fun holiday floral design class, taught by the Fleuriste. The theme for the event is holiday celebration, and each Sustainer will leave with a centerpiece perfect for holiday entertaining.

This class is limited to 24 Sustainers, and advanced registration and payment are 28 SEPTEMBER 2017

required. Tickets are $125, but the Sustaining Events committee will pay for a portion of the $125 fee. Beverages and appetizers will be provided.

You may sign up through Digital Cheetah beginning November 1. If you need further assistance, please call Lynsi at JLOC Headquarters.

Sustainer Holiday Floral Design Class Wednesday, December 6 from 6:30-8:30pm The Fleuriste 1020 NW 82nd Street; OKC 73114

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League Leash

Each issue, we will feature JLOC pets!

If you would like to see your pet in the League Link, please email photos to tupps.editor2017@gmail.com.

Ruger • 1 year-old French Bulldog

Benelli • 1 year-old Rossi • 2 year-old

Kristal Almquist, Pet owner He loves to play ball, swim in his kiddie pool, chase his kitty sisters, and nap after he’s worn himself out!

Kristal Almquist, Pet owner These two kitties enjoy eating, sleeping, and ignoring their little dog brother, Ruger.

Lilly • 11 year-old Shih-tzu

Sheena Karami, Pet owner Lilly enjoys sunbathing, modeling the newest puppy-fashion, playing fetch (for one minute at a time), patrolling the neighborhood on evening walks, and eating popcorn with mom.

She also enjoys striking a pose, especially when celebrating Shark Week! This “lady of leisure” lives a ruff life!

George • 10 yearold rescue pup Shayna Sims, Pet owner George’s favorite hobbies include laying out in the sun, barking at the mailman (he may be little but he’s mighty!), and keeping up with his owner Shayna.

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Louis • 10 yearold rescue pup Stephanie Hinton, Pet owner Louis loves eating and sleeping, and of course, spending time with his humans! He likes to take walks and canoe rides with his family.

Tim, The Fish Lynsi Franklin, Pet owner

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Get on board for the 2017-18 League Link year and start advertising. The circulation is over 1,500 and sent not only to JLOC Members and Provisionals, but numerous businesses, and community organizations.

Special rates are available for JLOC Provisionals, Actives and Sustainers.

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Contact Michelle Phillips, League Link Business Manager and Assistant Editor, for more information at leaguelinkads@jloc.org.

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THE NEXT DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER