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Teaching Kids Healthy Habits at Healthy Kids Day
The New York Junior League is committed to serving the New York City community, which includes the 1.5 million children living here today. On April 21, the NYJL was proud to partner with the West Side YMCA at its annual Healthy Kids Day. The event focused on teaching young children about how to eat healthy […]
VET Teaches NYJL Volunteers Presentation Skills
Delivering a brilliant, memorable and interactive presentation requires a number of components: perfecting storytelling skills, selecting the right delivery method, and compiling memorable content and visuals. The Volunteer Education & Training (VET) committee hosted a training teaching attendees the skills they need to elevate their presentation skills to support their work in the communities. This […]
Get an Inside Look at NYC Interior Designs at NYJL’s Spring House Tour
With the NYJL’s Spring House Tour right around the corner on May 12, we’ve selected a few exceptional interior design styles from last years’ House Tour to get you inspired for this year’s event! The bi-annual tours, held each spring and fall, are devoted to showcasing Manhattan’s exquisite residences, and highlight architecture, art, history and […]
This Day in NYJL History
In Spring of 1992, the Great Opportunities for the College Bound committee of the New York Junior League held a career awareness trip to Xerox headquarters. During their visit, students were presented with expert panelists and given demonstrations of Xerox equipment.The goal of the Great Opportunities for the College Bound committee was to present career […]
Volunteer Education on Overcoming Challenges Working With At-Risk Youth
Left to right: Volunteers, Hope Palladino of GOAL and Hannah Beswick of Reading Rangers with Lew Zuchman of SCAN – NY. Volunteering as a New York Junior League mentor is a wonderful way to provide both life guidance and career exploration for youth that may be at risk of social, economic, or academic failure. Programs […]