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Closing the Gap
Helping to make a difference in other communities
By Vicki Lopez Lukis
Junior League of Miami is once again bringing its expertise to other Leagues with the sole objective of expanding our collective volunteer services to other communities. It is no secret to our membership that we have taken a leadership role with regards to girls in detention through our long-standing community partnership with the Girls Advocacy Project (GAP).
At the beginning of this League year, I met with Amy Sussman, our “fierceless” leader, to determine a plan of action that would strengthen our position as emerging “experts” on girls in the juvenile justice system. She challenged me to “roll out” our GAP project throughout the state to our sister Leagues utilizing my SPAC delegate position. I thought her vision was ambitious, at best, and wondered if I would be able to complete the plan in one short year. Who could have imagined that she would be on to something so realistic?
Shortly thereafter, I introduced this concept to the Leagues statewide when JLM hosted the SPAC Fall Conference. The visit to the Miami-Dade Regional Juvenile Detention Center and the focus group I facilitated with the GAP girls left each SPAC delegate in awe. They unanimously voted to take this project back to their Leagues in hopes of encouraging their members to develop a Junior League GAP-like project much like the one they had witnessed firsthand here in Miami. I have since been traveling around the state addressing memberships who have expressed a desire to learn more about our work with these extraordinary girls.
On April 19, I traveled to Lee County at the invitation of the Junior League of Fort Myers. They had invited me to speak on our GAP program and the many successes that we had experienced in the four years in which we have partnered with GAP. I knew it was a huge opportunity to humanize the plight of these young girls whose at-risk factors have contributed to their path to delinquency.
I spoke to their President, Melanie Saxon, prior to the meeting and she gave me some background about the issue and their League’s consideration. I gave my presentation and, as you might suspect, there were many tears as I read the reflections from our GAP girls about the impact we have had on their lives. The Superintendent of the SW Regional Juvenile Detention Center, Vincent Vurro, was informative as he shared his expertise of working with girls in his center and articulated the many unmet needs that could be met by Junior League volunteers. He welcomed them with open arms and answered questions about logistics that lent credibility to the overall presentation.
At the end of my presentation and just as they were about to vote on whether to accept this as a community project, a key member of their leadership was then moved to give her own personal testimony. She said that something I had said had hit home with her. [I always like to remind my audience that but for the grace of God go any of us or our children.] It seems that she and her 4 siblings were illegitimate as her mother never married her father. He was an alcoholic and she observed him beating her mother on nearly a daily basis. She moved into drugs but miraculously never got into trouble. She was sure that she was one of those that but for the grace of God escaped what surely would have been a life in and out of the juvenile justice system. Today, she is a successful and productive member of her community. She is a tribute to surviving much adversity and her courage to share that with her membership moved me to tears.
It was truly miraculous to share our GAP work with the nearly 70 women present who were contemplating whether to adopt a similar community project for their League. A vote was taken and only 4 of the members voted against it. So we now have the first League to expand volunteer services to young girls in detention outside of the Miami-Dade community and I am overwhelmed with pride for the Junior League of Miami and its leadership role in making this a reality!
All in all, it was a marvelous experience for me and for them. I am thrilled that the first League to take me up on my offer to help them begin this project is in my hometown. My younger sister, who lives in Naples and accompanied me to the meeting, said she was so happy to have witnessed what she knows will be the beginning of something big for their community and for their organization. She could feel the sea change on the horizon and it was obvious from the response I got after the vote was taken that their membership is ready to go on the “inside” and step up to the challenge. I am proud to count them in our circle and look forward to seeing other Leagues join us in our powerful work.
What Makes You Angry?
By Andria Hanley
At a recent Foundation event I enjoyed a conversation and want to share it with you. A very wise sustainer (Karen Throckmorton) was talking with a group of actives about volunteer commitments and posed an interesting question. She asked us to think about what makes us most angry. Then she said, “Whatever comes to mind is where you should focus your volunteer time.” For some, it was animal rights, others children’s issues.
For me it was cancer, naturally, but something else too. I thought about Jessica Lunsford. Now THAT is something that makes me angry. And I thought about us, as an organization and what we do. I realized two things. One, that thanks to sustainers who have done it before us, we have become very good, in fact excellent, at helping women and children who have been abused. We should, and do, care very much about them. But the second thing I realized is what made me angry. We need to do something to eliminate the problem. We must be proactive AND reactive. Just like MADD women, we need to let our voices be heard. We have to let our legislators know that we want a national registry of sex offenders as well as tracking devices for life. From what I know about the issue, the behavior does not go away or correct itself. That being said, we need to know if they are in our neighborhoods or near our children’s schools. PAC Chair Carol Bryant talked about this at our April General Membership Meeting. She encouraged us to go to www.miamidade.gov to see if there are offenders near your home.
The good news is our statewide SPAC has already done something about it. They have released a statement telling legislators how the majority of our 24,000 members feel about this issue.
I wonder what comes to mind when you ask yourself what makes you angry. I hope it is something the League is doing something about. If not, and if it fits into our mission, propose that we take it on as a project next year, through our program development process.
I left the lunch thinking about anger. Anger, I realized over a relaxing cup of coffee, is a good thing. Thank you Karen, and all the sustainers who make us think and drive us to do what is right!
Tillie Fowler: Junior League Remembers Trailblazer
By Vicki Lopez Lukis
Tillie Fowler, one of the Junior League of Jacksonville’s most recognizable members, passed away March 2, 2005. An avid supporter of the community, former Congress-woman Fowler joined the Junior League in 1975.
A natural leader, Tillie served on the Public Affairs Committee in 1980 which worked on the Child Welfare Task Force and Public Education. Advocating for teacher salaries and standards, a lifetime commitment to education and advocacy began. Other leadership positions included chairing the Education Committee and the Community Research Committee.
As President of the Junior League in 1982-83, Tillie exemplified integrity, openness and a clear vision. Her gift for organizational development and innovative planning was evident.
Mrs. Fowler often credited the Junior League for fueling her passion for community involvement and getting her interested in politics. Even after becoming a Sustainer (alumnus), Tillie continued to support the Junior League as a mentor, advisor and friend.
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“The work of the JUNIOR LEAGUE has changed the lives of thousands of women and children over the years. I have seen it and watched it and I was so honored to be recognized by such a group. Thank you for your kind words.” –Sharon Langer, Legal Aid |
Each year, the Junior League honors the achievements of Mrs. Fowler through the awarding of the Tillie K. Fowler Community Service Award. The award recognizes a commitment to outstanding volunteer leadership.
Mrs. Fowler was elected to the Jacksonville City Council in 1985 and became the body’s first female president. A Republican, Tillie was elected to Congress in 1992, winning a seat that had been held by a Democrat for 42 years. During her eight-year tenure in the House of Representatives, she served on the House Armed Services committee, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and chaired the subcommittee on Oversight Investigations and Emergency Management. She was the Deputy Majority Whip for six years.
She received the U.S. Navy’s Distinguished Public Service Award and the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service – the highest civilian awards given by both – for her efforts to ensure a strong military.
After leaving Congress, Mrs. Fowler was appointed to the Commission on the Future of the Aerospace Industry by the Speaker of the House and the Center for Strategic & International Studies named her to its Distinguished Congressional Fellows panel. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld appointed her to the Defense Policy Board Advisory Committee in 2001. In May 2003, she was named the first women chair of the Defense Policy Board.
Tillie quietly changed the world through an unwavering commitment to public service. Her grace, strength and vision will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Fowler family.
Provisionals
Commencement Celebration Caps Year
On April 19, 2005 at the Miami City Club, the Provisionals, along with the Provisional Committee and several Board Members, celebrated the Provisional Class’s acceptance into active membership to the Junior League of Miami.
After welcoming the Provisionals to the festivities, Jackie Crabill and Alison Simon, recounted the successes of the year and their appreciation for the hard work of the Provisional Class. League President Amy Sussman congratulated the women on their new active status and praised them on their many accomplishments during the year. Berta Blecke, Sustainer and Key Note speaker for the evening, spoke to the women about making the most of their membership in the League as well the League’s power to make a difference throughout our community. Berta’s words and account of her commitment to community service were an excellent inspiration for our new Actives. Lastly, President-Elect Andria Hanley spoke to the women about active requirements and challenged them to fulfill their commitment to the League with enthusiasm and passion. The new actives also received the Junior League video, Our Miami: The Magic City, as a token for their hard work as Provisionals.
The evening concluded with each Mentor Group’s account of their Mentor Group project. The Mentor Group projects were extremely successful this year and included:
- ITS Sneaker Drive: Providing sneakers to the women and children of ITS and giving a party to hand out the sneakers.
- ITN Library and Celebration Ice Cream Party: Outfitting ITN with a library and DVD player, collecting books and DVDs for the Library and hosting an ice cream party for the women and children of ITN.
- Beautifying Hurwitt Crisis Nursery and Library: Painting the Nursery, creating mobiles for the cribs and collecting DVDs for the children.
- Project Reach Halloween Party: Taking the children from Big Brothers Big Sisters to Seaquarium for a Halloween Party.
- Project Reach Field Trip: Taking the children from Big Brothers Big Sisters to Gameworks for fun, games and prizes.
- Gladstone Field Trip to the Miami City Ballet’s Nutcracker: The girls at the center enjoyed the ballet, received goody bags the day of the event and received holiday cards and nutcrackers after the event to remind them of the trip.
- Gladstone Holiday Party: The girls at the center enjoyed a festive party with goody bags and good cheer.
- Field Trip for Hurwitt Crisis Nursery Children to the Humane Society's Adoption Center in North Miami Beach: The kids got a tour, played with kittens and puppies and enjoyed a nice lunch followed by arts and crafts.
The Provisional Committee is proud and pleased to welcome the following women into active membership:
JLM Directory Now at Your Fingertips
By Valerie Harvey
Great news! You can now make your own personal information changes on our new, secure, online membership directory. Check out this new feature of the JLM Website on your Members/Actives page.
Your individual password to enter this new site was given to you with your new placement at the Annual Meeting or, it was mailed to you shortly afterwards. Please log in and review/edit your individual profile (address, telephone, numbers and personal info) before July 15 so that we can print an up to date Directory in August for the September General Membership Meeting. In the coming League year, you will be able to make continuous updates, check monthly meeting attendance, and search for other members by placement, last name, business or membership status.
We encourage you to check out this great feature and update your member information online. We will also continue to accept mail-in changes as well. Send all changes to Betsy Harper at betsycharper@aol.com or call (305) 461-2779.
New Faces & New Volunteers!
By Jennifer Pfleger, Membership Chair
Spring has been busy for the Membership Outreach committee. We have been recruiting new volunteers and spreading the word about JLM’s impact in the community.
Our committee held Open Houses at JLM Headquarters in January, March and April. We were excited by the number of Prospective Members who attended each event. These dynamic women can’t wait to get involved with JLM and are looking forward to starting their Provisional Year this fall.
In addition, we did outreach at the In Style event in April. It was a wonderful opportunity for women attending the event to learn about JLM community projects and how to join the Junior League. Many of these women attended the April Open House and will start their training year in September.
As June approaches, Heather Almaguer is getting ready to take over as Membership Chair for 2005-06. Heather will be fantastic in this position! Her dynamic personality and boundless energy are contagious. I am confident she’ll continue to inspire more women to get involved in JLM.
Thank you to all the JLM actives and sustainers who encouraged family members, friends, neighbors, and co-workers to attend an Open House and find out more about the Junior League. We appreciate your help in increasing our volunteers and expanding our efforts in making a difference in the community.
A big thank you to Jeannett Slesnick who helped spread the word about JLM and how to get involved. We appreciate you informing women in the community know about upcoming Open Houses in your bulletin, “Jeannett’s Journal.”
A round of applause goes to Erin Knight for getting the Membership Committee involved in National Women’s Heart Day Health Fair We appreciate your efforts to let us hold an outreach at the event. It was a big success and wonderful opportunity to recruit new members!
A special thank you goes out to the entire Membership Committee: Wendy Allen, Heather Almaguer, Jessica Bennett-Porto, Allison Holly, Denie Freyer, Gretchen Kirtley, Kristen Martino, Katie Newcomm and Meg Stamey. I am thrilled to have worked with such a great committee. I truly appreciate your efforts to make the Prospective members feel welcome. You all are amazing and true ambassadors for JLM!
Thank you to Jackie Crabill, Andria Hanley, Vicky Hucks, Susan Lerner, Cybelle Santo Domingo, Alison Simon, Amy Sussman, and Candace Vassillion for speaking at the Open Houses. You made JLM come alive for the women attending. And another round of applause to new actives Kara Skelley and Melissa Schumacher who spoke to the Prospective Members at the Open Houses. You both really gave great insight to the Provisional Course and how joining JLM has made a difference in your lives!
Finally, a huge thank you to Cybelle Santo Domingo for helping to design the Membership Outreach packets and signs we used this year. You really helped us get the JLM message and brand out. Thank you for printing our nametags, invitations, helping with our e-vites, agendas and much more. We couldn’t have done it without your expertise. You’re truly the best!
Board
Reception Welcomes New Leaders
On Thursday May 5th another rite of passage occurred for leaders in the Junior League of Miami, the Incoming-Outgoing Board Reception. As our volunteer year drew to a close, the existing Board of Directors, 17 strong, invited Andria Hanley and her new Board to a champagne reception at the home of Amy Sussman. The purpose of the reception is to welcome new Leadership into our esteemed organization and is always hosted by the existing Board.
Board Members feasted on caviar pie, crab dip and sushi as they indulged with individual champagnes….complete with a straw. The new hot-pink theme for JLM once again turned up on the buffet. Bright pink flowers, starfish, ribbon and accessories adorned the table. The spirited pink color first turned up at our much heralded outreach booth at the InStyle event on South Beach.
The color was approved of by so many members and non-members alike, that it was adopted as JLM’s unofficial new look. InStyle Magazine dubbed us as the best looking booth on the beach. Andria Hanley, incoming President, has even used bright pink on the cover of the usually bland Placement Bulletin. “I think we are an upbeat, fun-loving group of women that is consistently coming together to change our community for the better…pink really reflects that sentiment,” she said.
The event was held in Amy’s home the prior year as well and many Board members remarked how quickly the year had passed. Four of the existing Board members have had babies in this term including; Lauren Harrison (twins), Jen Green, Stephanie Demos and Leanne Tellam. Those happy moments seemed to put the year into a balanced perspective for the Board.
The evening marked one of quiet repose for the old Board and an excited kick-off for the new group. They really appreciated the lovely reception in their honor and will be doing the same for Susan Lerners’ Board in a few short months. A great evening was had by all in attendance.
Outgoing Leaders Celebrate the Year
The final Board of Directors meeting of the Junior League of Miami was held on Tuesday May 3rd in a private room at “Carmen The Restaurant” across the street from our historic headquarters.
Hosted by Amy Sussman, the event was a hearty thank you to the Board for their year-long unwavering dedication to JLM. The menu was a delicious pairing of wines with some of Chef Carmen’s specialties including; Florida Lobster and Avocado Terrine with Key Lime Mayonnaise and Crispy Plantain Fritters, Grilled Churrasco Steak with Yuca and Roasted Garlic Mofongo Vidalia Onion Escabeche, among others. The dinner ended on a bittersweet note with the arrival of Upside down Pineapple Cake with Roasted Macadamia Nut and Captain Morgan Spiced Rum Sauce, Yum!
Among the usual year-end business of approving the budget for next year and making all of the necessary membership status changes, the Board had a chance to preview the year-end video for the Annual Meeting.
And what a video presentation indeed. Created by Vice President of Communications Cybelle Santo Domingo, the video was both a funny and poignant reflection of the year. President Amy Sussman had tears in her eyes and a quiver in her voice for her final thank you and farewell speech to her Board. She was especially grateful to Andria Hanley for her support as well.
The meeting was adjourned to laughter and applause for so many jobs that were well done.
Congratulations!
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It’s Par-Tee Time!
Second Annual Golf Tournament Slated
We are proud to present the Second Annual Golf Tournament at The Links at Key Biscayne on Friday, October 14, 2005. Please save the date! Tournament and sponsorship details as well as online registration will be available during the summer on the JLM website, or contact Co-Chairs Mallorie Marshall and Tina Towery to lend your support.
Just like last year, the day will start with a fantastic lunch, followed by 18 holes of competitive golf for fun and prizes. Stick around for the evening award ceremony with special recognition for all tournament winners and sponsors.
Can’t come out and play golf? Not to worry! You can still support the tournment by purchasing raffle tickets, a hole sponsorship, a "Mulligan" for your favorite player, or a free shot from the tournament golf pro!
We’re looking 4-wood to seeing you on The Links!
Thank you, Community Partners!
The Junior League of Miami, Inc. extends its sincere gratitude to 2004-05 Community Partners
PHILANTHROPIST 1
Royal Caribbean International, Inc.
ADVOCATE 2
Bill Ussery Motors, Inc. • Esslinger, Wooten & Maxwell, Inc.• Publix Super Market Charities, Inc.
BENEFACTOR 3
Ashley Brinson Cusack • Douglas & Peggy Hudson • Inktel Direct, Inc.
Northern Trust Bank • Leanna and Steven Marks • United Capital Markets, Inc.
VISIONARY 4
Diane & Allen de Olazarra • Vicky & Bert Hucks • Montica Jewelry
PROMOTOR 5
Julia & David Bianchi • Keen Battle Mead & Co. • Gretchen & Todd Kirtley • Jeannett Slesnick
SUPPORTER 6
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Arriola • Andria & Al Hanley • Elizabeth Johnson
2004-05 JLM Board of Directors • North Dade Medical Foundation
CONTRIBUTOR 7
Teresa Acosta
Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Agatston
Angones, McClure & Garcia, P.A.
Gabiel Bach, P.A.
Marilyn Cesarano, P.A.
Keith Chasin, P.A.
Corbishley Family
Cavanaughs
Barbara Green, P.A.
Josephs, Jack & Miranda, P.A.
Kozyak, Tropin & Throckmorton, P.A.
Kubicki & Draper, P.A.
Kutner, Rubinoff & Bush, P.A.
Ann Kashmer
Joshua & Susan Lerner
Meredith Mills
Ian Osur, P.A.
Lauri Waldman Ross, P.A.
Rodriguez & Aronson, P.A.
Stanley & Susan Rosenblatt Family Foundation
Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell, P.A.
RTK Personal Services, Inc.
John & Diane Scrivani
Jerome Wolfson, P.A.
Woodard & North, P.A.
Yanowitch Law Center
1 Over $75,000 in in-kind donations
2 $30,000 (multi-year donations/pledges)
3 $10,000-$15,000 (single or multi-year donations/pledges)
4 $5,000 (single or multi-year donations/pledges)
5 $3,000 (single or multi-year donations/pledges)
6 $1,000-$1,500 (single or multi-year donations/pledges)
7 2004-2005 donations up to $999.00
Community Advisory Board
Welcome New Liaison Erin Knight!
By Keith Landon, Community Advisory Board Liaison 2004-05
Even as we begin to “wade” into the waters of what promises to be a bright and exciting future for JLM next year, Nordstrom Diva Erin Knight is preparing to work seamlessly with our best and brightest group of Community Advisory Board members ever! We are planning our transition, but your job as JLM Active, Provisional and Sustaining members this summer is to begin to think about “recruiting” some of the best and brightest in our community to join our already-fabulous team.
Working in this position has allowed me an opportunity to see up-close the level of commitment each one of our members makes to the greater Miami-Dade county community, to say nothing of their commitment to our organization and its role in our ever-changing society!
It is likely that a new nomination process for new CAB members will begin in earnest in Fall 2005, and Erin and Andria will be eager to have some wonderful new faces join our organization as our own best advocates. Think about contacts you might have through your churches and synagogues; your offices and other civic and volunteer organizations of which you are a part. In particular, we are looking to continue to diversify our wonderful cadre of CAB members. Is there someone in the arts or performing arts community who might make a great member? It’s up to YOU to decide. Keep in touch with our all-member emails over the summer and through the Journal, and look out for our nomination form. As always, please feel free to contact Andria, Erin or me with any and all ideas.
Thanks to each of my wonderful CAB members this year for all their support of our many, many unique and fabulously successful events!
Recipe Corner
By Juliet Bianca
2 tablespoons instant espresso
1 cup hot water
8 tablespoons brandy, divided in half
2 cups (1 pint) heavy whipping cream
1 cup sugar
16 oz. mascarpone cheese
2 yolks of large eggs
2 packages (7 oz. each) of crisp Lady Fingers
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Set medium size bowl (or the bowl of electric mixer) in the freezer to chill. Dissolve espresso powder in hot water in a pie pan. Stir in 4 tablespoons of brandy, and set aside. In the chilled bowl, whip heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on high until thick. Add sugar, mascarpone cheese, egg yolks and remaining brandy. Beat at medium speed until combined. Beat on high speed until thick and fluffy with the consistency of whipped cream.
Divide mascarpone mixture, lady fingers and cocoa powder into thirds. Dip each lady finger into the dissolved espresso, coating both sides quickly without letting them get soggy. Place lady fingers side by side in the bottom of a large glass bowl. Spread a third of the mascarpone mixture on top. Then sift a third of the cocoa powder on top. Repeat this process two more times. Chill until ready to serve.
The Junior League Foundation
The sun was shining and there were hats galore for the Junior League of Miami Foundation, Inc.’s “Hats Off to You” Spring Brunch at the home of Amy Sussman. Many attendees wore beautiful Spring Bonnets much like the feathered creation that adorned the invitation to this special event. The invitation really set the tone, and some ladies hats were adorned with fresh flowers, bows, ribbons and more. Two of the bonnets were custom designed especially for this event. It was all very festive.
The brunch was held to honor the 1926 Society members of the Foundation and to thank them for their contributions to the Ronni W. Bermont Endowment Fund for Community Projects. Cheryl Goldstein, Foundation President, announced new contributions of almost $50,000 for a current total of more than $630,000 in the Endowment Fund. Cheryl said that we are well on our way to achieving our goal of $1 million. Leslie Rivera was then introduced as the incoming President of the Foundation and Sara Herald gave a brief history of the Ronni W. Bermont Endowment Fund for Community Projects.
Adding to the festivities was the surprise drawing for all 1926 Society Members of a one-week cruise for two aboard any Royal Caribbean International ship to a choice of destinations. The lucky winner was Lauren Harrison! You too could be a lucky winner by joining the 1926 SOCIETY. For information on how to join contact Elaine Tatum at 305-793-0540.
The JLM Foundation Board would like to extend our thanks to Amy Sussman and Royal Caribbean International for their contributions in making our first annual “Hats Off to You” Spring Brunch a success!
Spotlight: Elaine Tatum
Elaine Tatum has been invaluable to the newly formed Foundation Board by both sitting on the Board of Directors and chairing the 1926 Society Luncheon. Elaine spearheaded the creation of the Foundation’s brochure last Fall which resulted in more than $30,000 in donations to the Ronni Bermont Endowment Fund for Community Projects. After she completed this task, she began to organize the 1926 Society Recognition Luncheon at Immediate Past President Amy Sussman’s home. The event was such a hit that it will be continued for years to come by the Foundation.
Elaine is married to G. Robert and they have a three-year-old daughter, Rose. Elaine has recently acquired her real estate license and will be relocating her family to Miami Beach after selling her recently renovated home in historic Coral Gables. Elaine will continue to sit on the Foundation Board because they will not let her leave. Thanks for such a great year for the Foundation, Elaine!
An Evening with Susan Jordan of Jordan Winery in Napa Valley
By Amy E. Sussman
On Wednesday April 27th more that 100 sustainers, actives and friends of The Junior League of Miami joined together in a wine tasting to benefit our Foundation.
Hosted by South Miami retailer House & Paper and featuring the wines of the exclusive Napa Valley purveyor Jordan Winery, the event showcased the new sterling silver wine accessory collection created by owner Susan Jordan.
Small in scope, but rich in tradition the accessories ranged from sterling silver candle snuffers, to large champagne buckets and beyond. A highlight were the olive branch inspired handmade furnishings.
Susan Jordan, a sustainer in The Junior League of San Francisco, was so pleased to be back in South Florida. She graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School and went to college in Winter Park, Florida, the site of Rollins College. She holds a fond place in her heart for The Junior League, and will be offering the Foundation an exclusive opportunity for six people to stay at the winery for a weekend. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting auction opportunity.
Brenda Ibanez-Lopez, the owner of House & Paper, greeted guests and treated them to a tasting of the noteworthy Jordan Chardonnay as well as their Cabernet Sauvignon. Hors d’oeuvres were chosen by Sandra Jordan as just the right pairing for her wines and were catered by Sara Sharpe. The event took place at the home of Junior League of Miami President, Amy Sussman.
House & Paper will continue to carry the entire line of wine accessories in their South Miami store and donated a portion of the proceeds from that evening’s sales, as well as the ticket price for the event, to The Junior League of Miami’s Foundation.
Owner Ibanez-Lopez also offered a percentage of sales for the week following the event on all of the wine accessories to the Foundation as well. She said, “I had been meaning to do something for Amy and the League this year and this seemed like a great fit.” A great fit indeed.
Endowment Fund Assuring Solid Future
The Jr. League of Miami Foundation surpasses over $50,000 in individual contributions for 2004-2005! It makes perfect sense to ensure that our signature projects will be funded for their life! As the Ronni W. Bermont Endowment Fund for Community Project increases, so does the investment income that is generated by our assets! Thank you to the following new contributors since the last Journal:
1926 Society • Pillar of the Future • $5,000–$9,999
Cheryl Goldstein
1926 Society • Builder of the Future • $1,926–$4,999
Mary Huston • Lindy Colson • Kate Callahan • Vivianne Wicker
Community Donor • $500–$999
Mr. & Mrs. Carlton Cole in Memory of Muriel Rice Lynch Rizzo
Other Donors
Georgina Angones
Holly Battle
Michele Battle
Thorne Beckham
Karen Boyd
Paula Brockway
Natalie Brown – In memory of
Audrey Fetscher
Jane Camuso
Brigid Cech
Kathleen Evans-Dabney
Jill Falke
Marianne Farrey
Paula Fay
Nancy Franklin
Holly Freyre
Beatrice Garner
Maureen Gragg
Lori Haas
Joan Higbee
Miriam Hutson
Linda Johnson
Pamela Johnson
Lynn Liddell
Karen McCammon
Elizabeth McCarthy
Susan McGrath
Meredith Mills
Alesia Mogul
Lena Moylan
Tara Muir
Elizabeth Muraro
Margaret Nee
Elizabeth Oliver
Ellen Oppenheimer
Lyn Pannone
Betty Park
Beth Savoldelli
Catherine Schechter
Morgan Smith
Carol Walker
Libby Witherspoon – In memory of Karen Cabrera’s mother
Bonita Whytehead
Elise Wood
