Junior League New Member Reflections

The New Member class would like to thank all of the Active Members and Sustainers of the Junior League of Tucson by sharing an event that inspired us, to recognize a member who stood out to us, or to share what JLT has brought into our lives. [Click title to read entire post…]

Annual Holiday Brunch

The JLT Annual Holiday Brunch took place on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at the beautiful Loews Ventana Canyon Resort. We really couldn’t ask for a better day. Starting with a savory brunch buffet (not to mention some unbelievable bacon,) this room of lovely ladies sipped bottomless mimosas while enjoying views of the Ventana golf course […]

DIAD: Make Way for Books

JLT volunteers helped out at Make Way for Books by building and painting Blue Book Houses, as well as laminating, cleaning, stamping and organizing donated books. Because of the Make Way for Books programs, more than 30,000 children and families gain greater access to literacy and language-rich environments and receive support to make talking, singing, reading, and playing a part of their daily lives.

Books Over Brunch: Daring Greatly

On February 6th, we have our second Books over Brunch. We are going to discuss the book, Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Lead by Brene Brown. [Click title to read entire post…]

The Science of Stress

How often have you heard that stress is harmful to your health? That you should find methods to reduce or eliminate it in order to improve your quality of life? In fact, when stress is viewed in a helpful way, such that your body is helping you cope and manage the particular task at hand, it can be beneficial. [Click title to read entire post…]

Mindful Leadership: How Meditation Can Strengthen Leadership Skills

Meditation is the effortless focus of the mind: attention without tension. It helps clear the mind, reduce stress, and in time, makes one more self-aware of actions, thoughts and responses. This self-awareness is what makes for an effective leader. [Click title to read entire post…]

New Member Class 2015-2016

The New Member Class of 2015-2016 has had an eventful fall season! The 36 new members have spent time learning about the structure of the Junior League and the committees that help it succeed. They also received their placements for their interim committee rotations, serving on the Communications, Done In A Day, Sponsorship/Endowment, Junior League […]

DIAD: Holiday Card Making at St. Luke’s

The Junior League of Tucson loves its relationship with St. Luke’s Home. Our members started out the holiday season by spreading cheer with the men and women who live at the home. We made holiday cards, sung carols and spent time with the residents. St. Luke’s Home is an assisted living facility for elderly individuals […]

DIAD: Thanksgiving Meal on Wheels

The Junior League of Tucson participated in the 30th Annual Thanksgiving Day Meal at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church on Thursday, November 26 sponsored by the Salvation Army. More than 150 volunteers, staff and employees prepared and prepared nearly 3000 meals to people at the church and to about 500 home bound people through Meals […]

DIAD: Tucson Modernism Week

The Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation presented Tucson Modernism Week 2015, beginning Friday, October 2nd through Saturday, October 10th. The celebration featured a series of programs, film, lectures and events highlighting Tucson’s Mid-century Modern design and architecture throughout the city. Tucson’s Modernism captured the exuberance of the post WWII era, and is defined by clean, simple […]