Iowa City Junior Service League

Roll Call at 7pm

2012-01-12T08:58:00.000-06:00

We are going to start having roll call at the beginning of our meetings. We are doing this to help keep more accurate attendance records. We are also doing this so it is easier for all of us to put faces and names together. I think we have all felt like we know most of the members and then realize you don't know that person sitting down the row from you. The board felt this would be a great way to help everyone put faces and names together. Please be patient with us the first couple months as we go through this roll call. It shouldn't take too long. See you next Thursday!

New Member Project - A Success!!!

2011-12-20T09:14:00.000-06:00

Check out the article in the Press Citizen about UAY's Teen Clothing Drive. Great job ladies!!!
http://www.press-citizen.com/article/20111219/NEWS01/312190025/Teen-clothing-drive-success?fb_ref=artsharetop&fb_source=home_multiline

Thank you Arrangements!!!

2011-12-16T07:49:00.000-06:00

Thank-you to the Arrangements Committee for a fun December social! The food was great and being able to visit with everyone was so nice, but the gift exchange was the most fun. Everyone enjoyed opening and seeing what was inside the gifts, but I think those that stole gifts from each other had the most fun! Thanks again for all the hard work and making it fun for everyone!

GMM this week!

2011-11-14T20:42:00.001-06:00

Don't forget about the general membership meeting this week!

Fall Fundraiser Details!

2011-11-11T13:54:00.000-06:00

2011-11-09T22:55:00.002-06:00

Congratulations Vanessa on the new addition to your family!

DIAD Clothing Drive

2011-10-05T11:08:00.002-05:00

Hello Ladies:

Just to follow up from the meeting [GMM] and inform those who could not attend.

I will be organizing a clothing drive to start out the year as the first project for "Done in a Day."

I have contacted the Shelter house and they are currently in need of Fall and Winter items- all sizes, both sexes.

They have also told me if we have Spring and Summer items that they will direct me where to donate those. They said usually the Crisis Center will take them.

I will be collecting the items over the next 4 weeks at my house, and for those that can't make a trip to drop them off, I will collect at the October meeting. I just don't want to leave it all until the October meeting because I want to have everything organized for dropping it off on Friday the 21st at the Shelter, this way the majority will be ready to go by the meeting and I'll just add the last few things for a Friday delivery.

I am going to organize by size in boxes:

* Boys / * Girls - infant, toddler, kids, teenager, young adult, adult, and Jackets- Winter/Fall..... all summer and spring, I will just place in one large box.

Feel free to drop off everything in one bag and I'll go through it and organize.

Thanks!

Laura N.

Congratulations!!!

2011-09-23T13:54:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to Marcy C. on her engagement!

Message from VP of Training

2011-09-08T09:29:00.001-05:00

Announcing our January speaker that will knock your socks off!! Our very own Cindy M.!!!
~ Jenny F.

Solstice Stride Success!

2011-06-20T08:33:00.009-05:00

Thank you to our members for all your hard work, it was a great day of family fun!

Check Presentation: $6,000 to UAY

2011-06-01T09:00:00.000-05:00

FROM ICJSL Member Jenny F.

2011-05-06T08:20:00.002-05:00

I am SO grateful for the scholarship to the Women's Leadership Conference this past week! What an AMAZING experience! I took my free leopard bagolita home, got my cholesterol checked (ideal in allcategories!), ate wonderful food, got to mingle with Alison, Dana and Vanessa from JSL, and got two books signed by the authors. I felt lifted and inpired after listening to Maya Angelou, Dee Dee Meyers, Suzy Welch, Janet Hanson, Alison Levine and Emme (and MORE!) Check out the IWLC website for more info on the conference and upcoming info for next year. http://www.iowawomensconference.com/ Some other fun websites to try: www,85broads.com, www.alisonlevine.com, BOOKS: Dee Dee Myers, Why Women should Rule the World; Janet Hanson 85 Broads, Suzy Welch 10-10-10.

SAVE THE DATE: Women's Leadership Conference Luncheon and Workshops April 25, 2012. Interested in attending? Contact Jenny F, VP Training

FOR THOSE GOLF LOVERS: Iowa Women's Leadership Golf Benefit, Monday July 25, 2011 at The CR Country Club. Reception and Dinner wtih Boo Weekley 5:30 with Lunch 12:00 p.m. and Shotgun start at 1:00 p.m. Par anyone? Scholarships are available. Register online.

Dine Out to Help Out

2011-04-18T14:13:00.004-05:00

Throughout the month of April there have been opportunities for you and your family to support Home Ties Child Care by dining at one of our local restaurants. There are still two dates available for you to come out and show your support!

On Tuesday, April 19th, dine at HuHot between 5pm and 8pm (proceeds come from all sales)

On Saturday, April 30th, bring the family to Z'mariks. ($1 donated for each kids meal)

Proceeds will be donated to Home Ties for the benefit of children living in low income and crisis situations in Iowa City.

About Home Ties

Home ties helps families in crisis by providing quality, short term child care. Homeless families, as well as those participating in MECCA, Community Mental Health Programs, or other assistance programs, are eligible to receive free child care so that they can search for housing, search and interview for work, and continue with high school coursework. For more information about Home Ties and 4Cs Child Care Resource & Referral visit http://www.iowa4cs.com/

Summer Fun for a GREAT Cause!!!

2011-04-11T10:07:00.005-05:00

It's time to mark your calendars! The Solstride Stride date and details are set! What a great way to spend time with your family this Father's Day. Tell your friends! Ready to register? You can!

You must be present to win!

2011-03-25T10:44:00.003-05:00

Thanks to everyone who made our March GMM meeting a success. We had great attendance!

Congratulations to Amanda, Cindy and Lisa on winning the scavenger hunt. I hope everyone learned something about the ICJSL committees that will help you decide where to serve next year.

Also winning last night (just for showing up!) were Dana Jean, Ellen, and Karla. Perhaps you can enjoy those Starbucks treats during this unseasonably cool weather!

Heart & Soul

2011-03-25T08:49:00.000-05:00

Very cool, check out our very own Debbie!

UAY Room Remodel

2011-02-28T11:09:00.001-06:00

The room is small, approximately 11’ X 10” with one window and one doorway. At this time I would like to ask for donations for the following furniture needs:

Couch – to seat at minimum three people

Coffee table- either round or oval

Arm chair – at least two

Light fixture – the current light fixture looks like something from the seventies, but not in a retro, hip way!

Curtains or drapes for window – measures 36” wide, 54” long (minimum)

Please contact me (Lisa L.) directly if you have any of the above to donate.

Bring them and they will get donated!

2011-02-25T10:34:00.003-06:00

We all have them. Probably quite a few of them. Please bring you random glass vases to our next General Member Meeting. They will donated, decorated with chalkboard paint, and used as part of the UAY Flower Show. Jenny has graciously volunteered to collect and deliver them, so PLEASE bring 'em!

Some of our AWESOME Members

2011-02-14T09:50:00.000-06:00

Thanks for helping out at this year's DVIP Souper-bowl!

Opportunities Exist for You

2011-01-31T09:35:00.002-06:00

As our organization changes and grows the Nominating & Placement Committee members are always looking for woman who are interested in leadership roles. If you would like to be considered for a Chair or Board position be sure to let Staci and her committee know! Or just leave a comment!

And, in other news....

2011-01-21T08:10:00.001-06:00

Congratulations to Laura who is expecting this spring! Wonderful.

Awwww.....

2011-01-21T08:09:00.001-06:00

Exciting! Congratulations to ICJSL member Ellen T on her engagement.

IMPORTANT

2011-01-12T10:09:00.002-06:00

Members be sure to watch for email updates on our January meeting location.

DVIP: Souper Bowl

2010-12-29T09:37:00.002-06:00

DVIP is preparing for their Annual Souper Bowl Fundraiser (Thursday, February 3rd) and they need bowls. Lots, and lots of bowls. Please consider using your creative abilities to make a bowl (cost $8, to be donated) at Fired Up (112 South Linn Street) on Saturday, January 8th. Or, just gather bowls to be donated! Thank you.

The Season of Giving

2010-12-20T08:59:00.001-06:00

There are so many ways to celebrate the Holidays. And, one of the ways the members of Iowa City Junior Service League embrace the Season is throw donations and volunteer. Happy Holidays and a blessed New Year to all.

Don't Forget

2010-12-08T09:50:00.001-06:00

It's the members-only Winter Social. See you tonight! Check your newsletter for details and your inbox for the Evite. Cheers and thank you for all your hard work and volunteer hours this year.

Happy Thanksgiving

2010-12-08T09:45:00.002-06:00

Thank you to our wonderful members who volunteered their time, money, and food to provide a lovely meal to the families at the Ronald McDonald House on Thanksgiving.

It's a Dirty Job, but Someone has to do it...

2010-11-22T11:12:00.004-06:00

Laundry. It's something we all have in common. Maybe some of us love it and look forward to it. More likely however, it's a necessary evil that keeps our household running smoothly. In our first edition of getting to know our fellow members with a poll question, I want to know:

When do you do laundry?

November Meeting: Please Bring

2010-11-15T13:31:00.002-06:00

Done-In- Day Committee is looking for members to donate new bed pillows, gently used blankets, twin size sheets, pillow cases, and towels to support DVIP. Bring them our General Member Meeting please.

Say Cheese!

2010-11-15T13:29:00.002-06:00

Be prepared to get your picture taken at this week's General Member Meeting! No excuses. Michelle and Marcy will be looking for your smiling faces.

Solstice Stride: Date Set

2010-10-11T09:14:00.001-05:00

The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 19 at 4:00 pm in the ST Morrison park area of Coralville. Mark your calendars (early)!

Fall Greeting from our President

2010-10-11T09:11:00.001-05:00

Apples, pumpkins, changing leaves, wow, I can't believe it is October already. Our new member class is really up and running. They have so much energy, I can hardly keep track of all their ideas. I really wanted to say thank-you to all of our members for making ICJSL a priority in your busy schedule. I know, personally, how busy fall can be, so I appreciate you making time for meetings, even if it means coming a little late or leaving a little early. It does take a "village" to make this organization so successful and I appreciate everyone being a part of the ICJSL Village!

-Jodi

General Member Meeting

2010-09-08T08:59:00.001-05:00

Can't wait to see everyone at our first meeting of the year. Thursday, September 16th at 7pm. Watch for your newsletter for meeting details.

Recognition!

2010-08-11T08:38:00.002-05:00

Yes, Iowa City Junior Service League!!

Iowa City Junior Service League of Iowa City, IA received a Governor's Volunteer Award from Governor Chet Culver.

The Governor's Volunteer Award program was created in 1982. The program has grown from a small program only available to state agencies to its present function of providing all Iowa non-profit, charitable, and government organizations with an easy and effective way to honor their volunteers with a prestigious state-level recognition award.

Nice work Iowa City Junior Service League volunteers!

Fall Recruitment

2010-08-11T08:36:00.003-05:00

Interested in giving back, networking, and socializing? There is still time to get involved! Email us at icjsl1@hotmail.com for details and important dates.

Solstice Stride: June 19th

2010-05-24T16:57:00.003-05:00

The annual ICJSL Solstice Stride 5K race and youth fun run will be Saturday, June 19, 2010.

5:00pm - Solstice Sprint (Ages 8 & under)
5:30pm - 5k Run/Walk

S. T. Morrison Park, 1506 Eighth Ave., Coralville

Entry Fees

$10 per child (13 and under)

$20 per adult (Race day registration for adults $25)

$45 per family
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All registrations include a Solstice Stride T-shirt, if received by the deadline. 5K Race Divisions: 13 & Under; 14-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50+. Food and activities will be available before, during, and after the races!

Questions? Contact icjslsolsticestride@gmail.com

United Action for Youth Attic

2010-04-29T11:21:00.014-05:00

United Action for Youth's 410 Iowa Avenue office housed boxes of wonderful donated baby and child items in their attic. Over time, the accumulated clothes, toys, and gear built up to an inaccessible pile.

JSL members sorted through all the items, then categorized the clothes by size and gear by need. We built a nifty hanging system that case workers could "shop" before visiting families.

Check out the new -- and neat -- UAY attic!

Technically speaking

2010-04-19T10:09:00.001-05:00

We are hip and happening, but not quite ready to Twitter. So, say good-bye to Twitter for now!

New Member Recruitment Event

2010-04-19T10:06:00.001-05:00

Prior to the general member spring social, we will meet and greet woman in the community interested in joining Iowa City Junior Service League. May 13th at Share (at the Sheraton) from 6-6:30pm. Know someone who is interested email Connie B. or invite them to join you at the event.

Thanks so much & Congratulations

2010-04-19T10:04:00.001-05:00

Thank you to Laura N. and Alison A. for volunteering to Chair this year's Solistic Stride! It's going to be a great event.

Dues are Due: July 1st

2010-04-19T10:03:00.000-05:00

Members just a reminder your annual dues should be forwarded to Alison by July 1st. Thanks in advance.

Festival of Flowers

2010-04-12T11:47:00.003-05:00

We still need members to volunteer to help at this year's United Action for Youth Festival of Flowers. Wednesday, June 2nd & 3rd, various shifts available. Also, looking for planters/containers for event auction. Send email to Attn: Jean to icjsl1@hotmail.com if you can volunteer or have containers you can donate. Thanks in advance.

Members Mark Your Calendars

2010-04-12T11:42:00.001-05:00

The member's spring social is May 13th at Lyla's. It's a shopping night including food, drink, and discounts. Evite will go out soon.

New Members: Fall Recruitment

2010-04-12T11:40:00.001-05:00

Interested in joining? Contact us by email: icjsl1@hotmail.com

Shelter House Gala

2010-04-12T11:39:00.000-05:00

Shelter House Gala is Saturday, April 17th. Tickets available here.

Totally Tubular Prom

2010-03-31T08:04:00.002-05:00

All you Valley Girls and Gnarly Guys! Yes, you! Fer shur! Duh? A dance. Think Flashdance. Dirty Dancing. The moonwalk...complete with choice band: Dogs on Skis!

Where? The totally awesome Johnson County Fairgrounds Building C on Friday April 23rd at 7:30pm.

Open to the public. Tickets sold at the door

$25/person
$40/couple
$175/group of 10

Cash Bar and snacks provided! Hosted by Iowa City Junior Service League benefitting United Action for Youth

Done in a Day

2010-02-16T13:59:00.003-06:00

We are collecting diapers at EVERY general meeting to be donated to organizations in Johnson County.

UAY Art Supply Drive:

2010-02-16T13:54:00.004-06:00

We are collecting used or new art supplies at every general meeting.

Mod Podge
Canvases
Heat n' Bond
Model Magic
Transparency Paper
Silk
Electric Pencil Sharpener
Printmaking Inks
Linoleum
Glitter
Mask Making Supplies--feathers, rhinestones, etc
Dress Form
Sketch Paper
Drawing Paper
Watercolor Paper
Newsprint
Gesso
Colored Construction Paper
Plasticine Clay
Disposable Cameras
Video Camera
Poster Board/RR Board

Be sure your shoes are dyed to match!

2010-02-16T13:52:00.004-06:00

Junior Service League is ready to party and looking to put on a Prom Party! Date to be decided, but it's never to early to shop for that perfect dress!

Let's get ready to run...

2010-02-16T13:48:00.003-06:00

3rd Annual Solstice Stride is planned for June 19, 2010 at S.T. Morrison Park in Coralville, IA. Fun for the whole family---with a 5k and children's fun races!

Members if you are interested in joining the committee and helping with this fantastic event see Michelle L.

Bowls Needed

2010-01-22T10:14:00.004-06:00

The Iowa City Junior Service League has been painting and donating bowls for the upcoming DVIP event. Find out how to get involved! Who doesn't love soup!

2010-01-22T10:12:00.001-06:00

ReNEWvenation is a unique fundraiser for the Iowa City Junior Service League coming up fast on Saturday October 24th and Sunday October 25th, 2009.

The event will feature two flood-effected condos in the Idylwild Neighborhood and showcase how the community can reuse, recycle, and restore in decorating. The condos will feature interior designers and artists decorating rooms and using items that have been restored or reused. Interior designers will be assigned a room and are expected to collaborate with either their own partners or any artists that want to participate. Artists are invited to see the space for potential mural work, faux painting, furniture painting, as well as providing art for the walls and accessories. All furnishings used should have some sort of element that pertains to the theme or are sustainable in nature.

The ICJSL would like to invite any potential participants to tour the two condos on Friday, August 14th between 9AM and 12PM to get a better sense of the space and discuss how they could take part. The addresses of the two locations are: 18 Trevose and 23 Newlyn. Those interested are encouraged to come during that time frame to tour.

The ICJSL is partnering with B&H Builders who have built both condos. Again, the fundraising event will be held Saturday October 24th and Sunday October 25th, and feature a sale of the items used at the end of the day on Sunday to the public. The fundraiser will benefit flood relief, as well as ICJSL projects.

If you are unable to attend the open house, please email renewvenation@gmail.com or call Jan Finlayson at 319-321-7360 to arrange a time. You can learn more about the ICJSL at http://www.icjsl.org/. This is a great opportunity for the community to take part in!