A wise League member recently reminded me that in serving our mission, developing the potentional of women does not always have to be career focused. As women, we have so many talents and abilities and we want to foster those in all of us and create a league that provides you with interpersonal growth opportunities in ever aspect. Here are some of the ideas that have been brought up lately that members have expressed an interest in. *Golf perhaps a few free lessons, I know a guy, or a ladies 9 hole assn) *Sewing (again lessons, or an afternoon create session *Scrapbooking (The scrapbook store near firehouse offers classes, we could finish up those 7 yr old baby books!) *Cooking maybe Rachel Ray herself, or at least a local cullinary chef could fancy our tastebuds while we whip something up! *Self Defense Class it doesn't all have to be homemaker-ish, i would love to take a little stress out! Oragami? Organic Gardening?
Please share your ideas too and let us know what you think or would like to learn more about!
This weekend's Board and Leadership Retreat was inspiring, informative and tons of fun and I am so thankful for the awesome group of women we have in the JLGWH. Both the Board of Directors and Committee Chairs were in attendance for Saturday's workshops covering such topics as strategic planning, effective communication, personality and leadership styles, group think focus, fudiciary responsibilities, budget basics, public relations, and the roles of a Placement Advisor. We also enjoyed an enlightening Q&A session with some key sustaining members. The superheros and wonder women that make up our League are now ready to take on the world! (scroll to bottom for slideshow of retreat memories) 
