North Suburban Dallas Come get your Lemonade! The Jammin’ J’s (4th-5th) hosted a Lemonade Day learning entrepreneurship and financial literacy while servicing the community. Participants were introduced to the key factors to having an effective lemonade stand and what it takes to maintain the stand throughout the day, including replenishment, advertisement and customer flow. This stand was non-traditional in that sales were not made from customers but rather from pre-sale orders and donations so the lemonade could then be given away at a community location. What a way to learn finances and give back at the same time! Pre-sale took place at the Chapter’s Mothers meeting. Products and supplies were then purchased to execute the Lemonade Day at Minnie’s Food Pantry, the Chapter’s community partner. Overall, it was an awesome way for the group to become financially aware of what it takes to have a successful lemonade day, while also benefiting the community.
SOUTHEASTERN Greater Fort Lauderdale The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chapter celebrated Jack and Jill Day and Carole Robertson Day on September 15, 2018 with a Luau at the Bamboo Gallery in Davie, Florida. More than 200 Jacks, Jills, Moms and Dads gathered at this tropical paradise to kick-off the program year. Guests were greeted with leis, served tropical drinks and indulged in Hawaiian-inspired cuisine. We learned of African-Americans’ influence to the Hawaiian culture and how they use their Power to Make a Difference. As a tribute to the life and legacy of Carole Robertson, an emotional mime-inspired dance was performed by middle-school Jills. Because We Can Do More, donations were collected towards the Carole Robertson Gravesite Beautification Project. To end the evening, we were treated to a traditional Hawaiian dance and fire-eating show that our children, dads and Southeastern Regional Director Kornisha Brown participated in. Additional special guests included past Eastern Regional Director Gail Dotson. North Suburban Atlanta Our Jacks and Jills in the PreK-1st Grade Group began the new year with a wonderful Paint & Sip activity that incorporated multiple thrusts. The January activity started with a reading of “I Am Human” by Susan Verde, a book that focuses on empathy, dreaming big, accepting mistakes and being kind to others. The children ate healthy fruit and cheese snacks while discussing topics from the book. Then the children painted a portrait from the book (flower or face) and chose a word to describe themselves. This was followed by a physical fitness activity in the inflatable gymnasium play area with music. This was a great activity that aligned with the Recreational, Educational, Social and Health thrusts.
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