Best of Taste raises $13,000
Funds raised benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers and the Red Sox Foundation FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 2, 2016) – The Red Sox Foundation and the Junior League of Fort Myers’ second annual Best of Taste in the Park raised $13,000. During the Best of Taste in the Park, attendees were able to participate in judging offerings from participating restaurants […]
Locals invited to participate in this year’s Best of Taste fundraiser prior to Taste of the Town
Funds raised will benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers and the Red Sox Foundation FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 13, 2016) – The Red Sox Foundation and the Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc. are teaming up for the second annual Best of Taste in the Park fundraiser prior to the 34th Annual Taste of the Town. During the Best of Taste in […]
Junior League hosts founders luncheon; Women’s nonprofit celebrating 50 years
FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 13, 2016) – The Junior League of Fort Myers recently hosted a number of its founding members during a luncheon at Cypress Lake Country Club, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the organization. “Our focus was to encourage volunteerism,” said founding member Patricia Graddy about starting the organization in 1966. “We were all young […]
Junior League to celebrate 50th Anniversary; Tickets and tables now on sale for ‘60s inspired affair
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Feb. 22, 2016) – To celebrate its 50th Anniversary, the Junior League of Fort Myers will be holding “A ‘60s Coastal Affair” at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 23 at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. The ‘60s chic themed event is open to the public and promises an evening full of fun, food, […]
Scanlon Lexus hosts the Junior League membership
Vicki Clark & Danielle Lucht FORT MYERS, Fla. (Jan. 22, 2016) – Scanlon Lexus recently hosted nearly 100 members of the Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc. for its January general membership meeting. The meeting was held in Scanlon Lexus’ second-story training facilities at the Fort Myers dealership. The meeting featured an interactive presentation by Vicki Clark, noted speaker, […]
Junior League reaches 225 participants in 50 for 50 Challenge; Challenge part of the League’s 50th Anniversary
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Jan. 20, 2016) – The Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc. has met its goal of 225 participants for its 50th Anniversary 50 for 50 Challenge. The community-wide volunteer challenge began June 1, 2015, and runs until May 31, 2016. The Junior League is asking adults to commit to volunteering 50 hours of community service […]
Junior League hosts Kids in the Kitchen couponing event; Events teach healthy meal choices for kids
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2015) – The Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc.’s Kids in The Kitchen committee recently held a couponing and healthy eating class at The Salvation Army for a group of girls from SIYA (Support Independent Young Adults). The girls ranged in age from 13 to 18 years. During the event, […]
Junior League announces 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee; Event to take place Saturday, April 2, 2016 at JetBlue Park
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 6, 2015) – To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc. will be holding a Golden Jubilee celebration at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. According to Golden Jubilee Chair Amelia May, the event is open to the public and promises an […]
Taste of the Town VIP Tickets still available
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2015) – A limited number of VIP tickets for the 33rd Annual Taste of the Town on Nov. 1 are still available. Taste of the Town VIP tickets are on sale for $60 each or two for $100 and can be purchased by visiting www.jlfm.org. The 33rd Annual Taste of the Town, Southwest Florida’s original “taste” event and […]
Inaugural Best of Taste in the Park winners announced; $13,000 raised to benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers and the Red Sox Foundation
Fathoms Tropical Ahi Tuna FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 22, 2015) – More than 100 locals came out to the inaugural Best of Taste in the Park fundraiser to sample and vote for the best dishes to be showcased at the 33rd Annual Taste of the Town on Nov. 1. Best of Taste in the Park is a new fundraiser put on […]