RUN AMUCK!!! LETS GET MUDDY!!!Muddy, Mucky, and Messy! The Junior League of Corpus Christi hosted its 4th Annual 5k fundraiser, RUN AMUCK, on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at Gulf Coast Race Track. Event co-chairs, Alexis Balko and Brittany Sandbach, dared over 900 participants to this year’s challenging course. Runners had to cross mud pits, attempt mudslides, go face-first on mud crawls, and tackle many other punishing obstacle…all for a good cause! Thanks to all those who participated, contributed, sponsored, or just showed up to support their local community.

The Kids in the Kitchen committee has been busy all summer and fall. They have been bringing the joy of snow to children at the showing of Frozen at Cole Park, presence at the Amistad Health Fair, working on school-based community gardens, and hosting student-centered cooking classes. The four cooking class began on October 7, with Flour Bluff ISD impacting a whooping 224 kids. The children enjoyed making fruit smooth-ies, granola bars and quesadillas with Chef Dave Nuss.

During the month of October, our membership gathered in small groups to discuss the needs of our League based on a guided dis-cussion created by our Education and Training Commit-tee. These Speak Outs allow each member a chance to voice their opin-ion about our com-munity and organi-zation’s needs.

S P E A K O U T

Tess Gonzalez

Fall 2014CurrentsCurrentsJUNIOR LEAGUE OF CORPUS CHRISTI

TAKING INITIATIVEAction Learning Team Award

A gifted group of women received special recognition by our Guest Speaker, Anne Dalton at the JLCC September General Meeting for their hard work and ingenuity for taking the initiative with the Association of Junior League International Inc. (AJLI).

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD – Free Family Fun DaySaturday, December 13, 2014 Please join us at the Art Museum of South Texas for our 5th annual Christmas Around the World event!

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERSaturday, February 21, 2015

Junior League members will help with various needs from the Children’s Advocacy Center to create a safe and fun environment for children living in Nueces County.

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Don’t forget to reserve your tickets for theRummage Pre-Party on March 6th - 6pm – 10pm.

Rummage drop off dates:Saturday, January 10, 2015 10am-1pm

Sunday, February 1, 2015 1pm-4pm

left to right: Jordan Michael, Pat Eldridge, JLCC President Bebe Bellfield, Lillian Riojas, Blake Farenthold, Nelda Martinez, Barbara Milfelt, Stacie Talbert Anaya, JLCC President-Elect Alissa Worley

left to right: Brooke Montes, Katia McCabe, Adriana Martinez, AJLI Governance Member Anne Dalton, JLCC President Bebe Bellfield

Leadership RetreatThe Junior League of Corpus Christi committee chairs and council vice presidents met this summer at the League office for a day of training and bonding. The retreat focused on effective communication and qualities of positive leadership.

JLCC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Kids Place The Junior League of Corpus Christi Sustaining members joined with fellow members and the community on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 for a ribbon cutting ceremony commemorating the JLCC’s 70 years of community involvement. On display in Kids Place located at Cole Park are 12 unique tiles inspired by the Junior League of Corpus Christi.

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NEW MEMBER CLASS

2014-2015

Junior League of Corpus Christi is proud to introduce 2014-2015 New Member class:

Jessica Bradley Amy Martinez Catherine HerndonCheryl Durham Sarah Medina Katherine HewettVanessa Castaneda Saide Henderson Danielle JohnsonJennifer Vincent Tammy McGuire Brittany JohnsonKatie Hoover Kandace Chapman Ashlee WegnerChristina Knox Marsha Morgan

I joined JLCC because…

“my family has lived and been active in the Corpus Christi community since 1920s. I feel a sense of service in giving back and hope to build friendships while volunteering to improve the lives of children. “ ~ Katherine Hewett

“it is an amazing organization full of go-getters always doing great things in the community!” ~ Sarah Medina

The most memorable moment of the New Member Retreat was…

“the scavenger hunt! Nothing better than putting 4 girls in a Tahoe and driving all over town, figuring out clues, and taking tandem selfies!” ~ Katie Hoover

“trying to get a marble to roll through tube without it falling to the ground. We weren’t able to do it, but it was so much fun trying.” ~ Catherine Herndon

JLCC is awesome because…

“it gives me the opportunity to work within an organization comprised of wonderful women with the same passion for helping less fortunate individuals in the community” ~ Kandace Garrett

“volunteering is an opportunity to leave a positive impact on the community and the personal connection with others that you meet along the journey.” ~ Saide Henderson

The project I look forward to the most is…

“Cinderella’s Closet – I love having the opportunity to inspire and mentor young girls who might not have had the easiest time growing up at a very important time in their lives.” ~ Katie Hoover

“The Christmas Tree Forest. Growing up, I remember how much I loved making ornaments for the forest each year. It was a magical experience for me as a child to wander through the forest.” ~ Katherine Hewett

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HUGS CommitteeLAUGH, LOVE, AND LUNCH!

January 19, 2015Taylor Center Deli

3636 S Alameda St

February 24, 2015 Jason’s Deli

1416 Airline Rd

April 7, 2015 Drunkn’ Noodlez 4214 S. Alameda

Gearing up this year, is a wonderful opportunity for area high school girls. For 2014-2015, 6 Junior League of Corpus Christi members will work above and beyond their required volunteer commitment and mentor a High School Junior. Junior League of Corpus Christi Cinderella’s Closet Committee partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters Organization will continue a mentoring program to allow Junior League members to be a positive influence for High School girls. These ladies will also be a part of the Cinderella’s Shopping Experience,

where ladies can ‘shop’ for a formal dress to wear to their prom.

**Gently used and clean evening gowns may be dropped off at the following locations: Junior League of Corpus Christi Office, Hamlin Pharmacy, Julian Gold, and all J.R. Viola Cleaners locations. We are in need of dresses sizes 14+.

Every girl deserves a fairy tale dress and future to match

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organization of your choosing. Junior League of Corpus Christi has now been cataloged on Amazon Smile as an eligible organization!

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Spread the word to your friends and family, thank you in advance for your continued support of the Junior League of Corpus Christi and our mission.

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