The leaves are changing. Fall is in the air. And I can’t get enough pumpkin treats or college football. This Saturday, the Tory Burch boutique at Tysons Galleria will help you update your fall wardrobe while helping the Junior League of Washington raise money! From noon to 3 pm, JLW members and their guests save… Read More

For children across the country, the summer was time to celebrate – the school year had officially come to an end. But behind the celebrations of millions of K-12 students, there were some pretty startling statistics surrounding kids without an opportunity to participate in summer learning. And what that lack of opportunity means is much… Read More

In preparation of the 2012 National Book Festival, the Library of Congress asked several book enthusiasts which books they believe to have shaped America and published the resulting list on its website. “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” by Mark Twain, “Alcoholics Anonymous” by Anonymous and “American Cookery” by Amelia Simmons are the first three books on… Read More

Celebrating the upcoming 2012 National Book Festival, the Library of Congress has posted a number of podcasts from authors and leaders involved in the cause of literacy. JLW President Wendy Cumberland was featured yesterday to discuss the JLW’s Centennial year and the work we do to promote literacy in the Washington area. Click HERE to… Read More

By: Micky Freeny from D.C. Public Library Much has been written and discussed in the media about the quality of formal education in America, and specifically in the City of Washington, DC. We hold schools and teachers accountable for the reading success—and failure—of our children. However, until more children start school ready to learn to… Read More

5 Great Reasons to Volunteer for the 2012 National Book Festival Hang out with a bevy of incredible authors. More than 100 authors and poets will be in attendance at the 12th Annual National Book Festival, signing books and conducting readings. This year’s authors and poets include: Lois Lowry, R.L. Stine, Jewel, Thomas Friedman, Jeffrey… Read More

As part of the Junior League of Washington’s promotion of literacy, League volunteers hosted the 2nd Annual Evening of Poetry & Prose at Calvary’s Women Shelter on May 22, 2012. We were hoping at least half of the residents would either write a poem to recite or share their favorite poem or short story, but… Read More

The Junior League of Washington (JLW) extends a big thank you to all of the runners, walkers, and fans who participated in the 2012 Bright Beginnings, Inc. annual 5K race on Saturday, May 12th! Each year, this 5K race, which is sponsored by the JLW, raises critical funds to help support the Bright Beginnings child… Read More

Did you know that Julia Child, a famous Junior League member, lived a five minute walk from JLW headquarters in Georgetown? Julia was a member of the Junior League of Pasadena, but she and her husband Paul lived in the house at 2706 Olive Street as newlyweds when Paul worked for the State Department and… Read More

One of my favorite Junior League of Washington community partners is the Corcoran Gallery of Art. At 17th and E streets downtown, it’s a short walk from my office and is my top choice for a lunchtime escape. I’m so proud that the League is dedicated to helping the community learn what the Corcoran has… Read More