Day 518-520: Bag A Bargain

This entire weekend was full of Bags and Bargains. So come and help the Junior League of Knoxville celebrate the 25th anniversary of this giant one-day rummage sale! Funds raised support the Junior League’s 20 plus community programs. The sale includes new and gently used items offered at bargain prices.

Where: Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park
When: Saturday, March 5, 2011
What time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Or, check it out early with the Preview Party Friday, March 4, 2011!

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Day 498: An Invitation Today from JLK

Thursday, it is my pleasure to show off the Junior League to friends who might be interested in joining. It may sound cheesy, but the Junior Leagues of both Spartanburg and Knoxville have helped me connect, serve, and have fun - so I am so excited to share it tonight!

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Day 431: CRPD Report at JLK...at

Tonight, I get to report at the General Membership meeting of the Junior League. Our Community Research and Project Development Committee is recommending that the League review 4 important community projects. It is not the msot exiting announcement in the world, but it will be at a fun location, the East Tennessee Historical Society. I have not yet gotten to enjoy all this musuem has to offer. So, I am looking forward to the evening!

Here's a little more about what this musuem has to offer:
Recognizing that East Tennessee’s history, heritage, and geography are distinct from the rest of the state, the East Tennessee History Center provides services uniquely tailored to the region. Visitors can attend workshops and conferences, enjoy a lecture, peruse exhibitions, research family history or a special historical subject, participate in student and teacher educational programs, as well as find a wide selection of books, crafts, and history-related items in the Museum Shop.

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Day 416: Belk Shopping Event!

Eclusive.

Shopping.

Event.

Those were the only words I had heard when I heard about the Belk shopping event.
Okay, maybe those were the only words I remembered.
And I did hear something about 20% off...but I didn't know that was off sale specials already!
I think I heard there would be lots of people...but I had no idea how many.
And there were lots of words I had never realized would apply...

Live Music.

Door Prizes.

Haircuts.

Lots of Door Prizes.

Drink Tickets.

Multiple $500+ Door Prizes.

Fruit Tea.

Heavy h'ordeuvres.

Designer Cakes...that even impressed Mandy.

And you could still get the Lacome free gift!

Wow!

And all this to benefit the Junior League of Knoxville's Mini-Grants for Teachers, were JLK and Belk partner to award mini-grants in the amount of $50 to $500 on a competitive basis to teachers for innovative classroom projects.

Great night.

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Day 400: JLK Tinsel and Treasure - Changes, Changes, Changes

Last year, I blogged about The Junior League of Knoxville's Tinsel and Treasure. So much has changed since then. That weekend, I headed out to shop with my mom and Brad's mom! My now husband and I were not yet engaged (though he had it in the works - little did I know!). We decided it was time for the parents to meet. And me, eat, shop, and bond, we all did!
No, it's time for Tinsel and Treasure 2010. It's going to be a great weekend!
Here are a few highlights from this year's lineup:
*NEW LOCATION!! Downtown at the Knoxville Convention Center
*General Admission hours: Thursday (9am-7pm), Friday (9am-5pm), and Saturday (9am-6pm)
*Gingerbread House Building Contest: Thursday, all day
*The Frugalissa Finds, Thursday at 4pm
*Lunch with Barbara Dooley, Friday at noon!!!
*Candy Canes & Cocktails Party, Friday night (So Excited!)
*Sherry Johnston from the Biggest Loser on Saturday!
*Most importantly, I am working Friday 12-4pm - COME SEE ME!

Day ???: JLK Wine Tasting

Monday night was the JLK Wine Tasting at Abode, a lovely boutique on Market Square. It was a fun evening, with our cute table! We also learned a lot - there are so many things you can think about when you serve wine, it is hard to keep it all straight.
But, here are 3 things I learned that I will definitely remember:
1. You can serve certain reds with salmon, like a Pinot Noir.
2. The fruity, peach wine we had isn't just for desserts. It would be appropriate for an appetizer.
3. Malbec is the hots trend in red wine. Malbec is spelled M.A.L.B.E.C.

So, now, i know some little wine facts - and so do my friends! Happy entertaining!

Day ???: Junior League of Knoxville

"See others as they are, not as we are."

Last night was the JLK leadership retreat. It is exciting to be in a new League and I am consistently impressed with JLK's organization and structure. This is one well oiled machine! Being a new vice chair and filling in for the evening, I learned a lot.

I have highlighted our community projects in a previous post and our Community Research and Project Development team will be looking at future projects where the League can make a lasting impact on the Knoxville community.

Now, here is a look at our Fundraising Projects, committed to supporting these efforts in the community and developing women leaders along the way!

Tinsel and Treasure
The 9th Annual Tinsel and Treasure will be November 4 - 6, 2010, at a new location, the Knoxville Convention Center. Special Events this year include:
* A Luncheon with Barbara Dooley on that Friday.
* Gingerbread House Building Contest with local Celebrity Chefs on that Thursday
* Candy Canes & Cocktails party Friday night!
* The Pink Team from the Biggest Loser will be at Tinsel on Saturday.
* Chorus Groups will sing Christmas Carols througout the weekend.
More about Tinsel and Treasure->

Belk Event
Each year Belk West Town Mall holds an exclusive shopping event benefiting the Junior League's Mini Grants Program for Knox County Schools. The Junior League of Knoxville and Belk partner to award mini-grants in the amount of $50 to $500 on a competitive basis to teachers for innovative classroom projects. This year's event will be held on Sunday November 21st.
More about the Belk Event->

Bag-a-Bargain
Each spring, this GIANT one-day rummage sale raises funds to support the Junior League’s 20 plus community programs. The sale includes new and gently used items offered at bargain prices. 2011 will be Bag-a-Bargain's 25th year and that committee is already at work to make it extra fabulous!
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Spring Gala
The League year would not be complete without a Spring Event! Last year we were out of town for the Rose Gala, but i loved their tag line, "Big Hats, Bigger Hearts." Can't wait to see what this committee develops for 2010.

Cookbooks
The Junior League of Knoxville is "author" to three fantastic cookbooks, all including the treasured family recipes of our members. They are Dining in the Smoky Mountain Mist, Tennessee Tables, and The Pear Tree.
More about Cookbooks->

Here is to a great year with JLK!

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Day 258: Junior League Community Projects 2010-2011

Wednesday morning was the Contract Signing Breakfast Reception honoring the 2010-2011 community projects for the Junior League of Knoxville. These community agencies will received trained volunteers from the league to equip them and their mission.

Here is the 2010-2011 Slate of Projects

Character Counts
This program works to provide education and training to parents in various parts of Knoxville and Knox County on how they can reinforce the Six Pillars of Character at home, how to deal with discipline and the importance of building good character as life skills.

Child Health and Wellness Grants
JLK, in partnership with Mercy Hospital Foundation, First Tennessee Foundation, and Shults Pediatrics provides health grants to non-profit agencies based on critical health needs of children and families in our community.

Done in a Day
JLK volunteers work with many non-profit organizations throughout the year with projects that are completed in a single day.

East Tennessee Children's Hospital Rehabilitation Center
Volunteers assist pediatric specialists and work with special needs children and their families.

Knox Heritage
JLK and Knox Heritage work together to preserve the rich architectural history of Knoxville through the historical marker system.

Leadership Knoxville
A year-long course developed to enlighten present and emerging leaders about community issues and to broaden the base of leadership in the Knoxville community.

Mini-Grants
JLK and Belk partner to award mini-grants in the amount of $50 to $500 on a competitive basis to teachers for innovative classroom projects.

The Parenting Center
JLK and the Florence Crittenton Center are working together to provide parenting and life skills to the community to enhance family preservation.

Tennessee Advocacy and Public Awareness
A state level coalition formed by the Junior Leagues of Tennessee facilitate networking, coordinate information and research, promote awareness, and advocate on issues of shared interest.

Kids In The Kitchen
The goal of the Junior Leagues' Kids in the Kitchen initiative, which is supported by The Association of Junior Leagues International Inc. and its member Leagues, is to empower youth to make healthy lifestyle choices and help reverse the growth of childhood obesity and its associated health issues.

Learn more at www.jlknoxville.org

I am so excited to be co-chairing the Community Research and Project Development Committee, as we look forward to a great year and exciting projects for 2011-2012!

Day 224: JLK Contract Signing

Tuesday night at Crescent Bend, we welcomed 80+ women into the Junior League of Knoxville. I was so excited to propose Natalie, and had a great time. I am so excited for these new provisionals! I know I sound like a Junior League commercial when I say this, but the league has been a tremendous blessing to me, personally and professionally. In both Spartanburg and Knoxville, it's been a great way to serve, learn, and connect!

JLK meetings are also the best precursor to a girls night out.

Click here and read about the nearly 90 year history of the Junior League of Knoxville->

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Day 154-157: Bag A Bargain

Supporting the Junior League of Knoxville this week as I volunteer for my first "Bag A Bargain." This giant one-day rummage sale raises funds to support the Junior League’s 20 plus community programs. The sale includes new and gently used items offered at bargain prices.

Where: Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park
When: Saturday, March 6, 8:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Admission: Tickets are $5

Click here for More Info and $1 Off Admission->

Departments include:
Linens
Arts & Crafts
Handyman
Furniture
Homegoods and Housewares
Adult Clothing
Children’s Clothing, Toys & Accessories
Electronics & Books
Treasure Chest

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Day 22: Tinsel and Treasure

Brad and I headed out to get a "Sneak Peak" at JLK's Tinsel and Treasure. So fun and such cute stuff - yummy food gifts, lots of holiday items, toms of UT stuff, and great "girlfriend gifts"(check out Angie's stuff), even lots of things Brad really liked. I'll be back this weekend for some real shopping!
All the funds from the entire weekend will be supporting Junior League of Knoxville's Community Projects - there are so many!
Come out and shop this weekend. Call me, I have one extra ticket for YOU!