1950:

• The Thrift Shop adds a consignment section.
• The League compiles and publishes a Directory of the Social Agencies of Monmouth County to promote integration among community resources.
• The first Annual Charity Ball is held.
• The League’s growth expands from 13 to nearly 100 members.
• Incorporation of the League takes place.
• An RH factor booth is sponsored at the Red Bank trade exposition.

1951:

• A Community Arts chairman is added to the Board, leading to the sponsorship of a Children’s Concert and an outdoor Art Show in Marine Park.
• The Children’s Theater is established, aiming to provide quality theater entertainment to school children in the county.
• Application for membership in the Association of Junior Leagues of America (AJLA) is denied due to population spread and integrated resources criteria.

1952:

• The Monmouth Medical Center staff takes charge of the League-established Blood Bank.
• League members start volunteering at Red Bank’s new Riverview Hospital.
• League donates $2,500 to Riverview Hospital for sound-proofing corridors.
• The League sponsors a Beaux Arts Weekend to benefit the Monmouth Arts Foundation scholarship fund.

1953:

• Children’s Theater presents “The Emperor’s Clothes.”
• The Record Library is initiated at the Oceanic Free Library in Rumson.
• A Sustaining Group for members over 40 years old is established.
• A Welfare Planning Committee is formed to investigate community needs.
• Total League membership reaches 117.

1954:

• Children’s Theater presents “The Midnight Ride” and starts touring local schools.
• A Puppet Group is formed to complement the Children’s Theater.
• “Community Conversations” programs are produced by the League and shown on WRTV television.
• “The League Girl of the Year” award is introduced.
• The League donates to various agencies, including hospitals, clinics, and organizations supporting children.

1955:

• Children’s Theater presents “The Pirate Ship.”
• A Building Fund is established for purchasing a clubhouse.
• Another application for AJLA membership is declined.
• League pledges funds to the Family and Children’s Society for case worker services.
• Community Conversations switch to radio station WJLK.

1956:

• Children’s Theater presents “Sleeping Beauty” to local schools.
• First League Follies is organized for the benefit of the pediatric wing at Riverview Hospital.
• League purchases a firehouse for meetings.
• Total League membership grows to 171.

1957:

• Children’s Theater presents “The Magic Pearl.”
• Second League Follies is held, contributing to local beneficiaries.
• League donates proceeds from Follies toward building a pediatric wing at Riverview Hospital.
• The Thrift Shop is expanded.

1958:

• Children’s Theater presents “Puss n’ Boots.”
• The Club House undergoes transformation with improvements.
• The League co-sponsors the Art Show with the Monmouth Arts Foundation.
• Welfare Council of Monmouth County becomes active.
• The League participates in forming the Homemaker’s Service of Monmouth County.

1959:

• The League commemorates twenty years of community service.
• Twelve new Provisional members are admitted.
• Children’s Theater presents various plays including “The Magic Flute” and “The Princess and The Pea.”
• League involvement in planning and operating the Festival of Arts in Red Bank.
• Third League Follies takes place, contributing to the League Community Trust Fund.

1960:

• League membership reaches 154.
• Provisional Chairman joins the Board.
• Puppets activity is discontinued.
• The Thrift and Consignment Shop relocates to 70 Monmouth Street.
• A year of internal strengthening is pursued.
• The League explores a new direction for its Community Arts program.
• The League applies for membership in the Association of Junior Leagues of America (AJLA).
• A Directions Committee evaluates the League’s finances.

1961:

• Second Informational Questionnaire is sent to AJLA.
• Fourth League Follies contributes to the League Community Trust Fund.
• Project Evaluation and Planning Committee is established.

1962:

• New Directions Committee forms the Monmouth Museum for Art, Science and Nature Study.
• First AJLA inspection visit takes place.
• League’s News Sheet transitions to a monthly publication.
• League-originated Traveling Art Exhibit is created.
• League pledges $10,000 as a kick-off donation to the Monmouth Museum.

1963:

• The League’s name is changed to Junior Service League of Monmouth, Inc.
• RH Negative Blood Group Listing is handed over to the Blood Bank Volunteers.
• A Homemaker’s Service becomes part of the Family and Children’s Service.
• A Town Hall Lecture Series is initiated.
• The League initiates a pilot project at Bridgeway House and offers funding for a psychiatric social worker’s salary.
• By-laws are extensively revised.

1964:

• Dr. James Whitehead becomes the Director of the Monmouth Museum.
• Regional group meetings are introduced.
• The Outdoor Art Show’s responsibility shifts to Fair Haven Girl Scouts.
• AJLA grants a follow-up visit.
• The League introduces its Transfer Tour and Tea Day.

1965:

• The League celebrates its 25th anniversary.
• Children’s Theater continues its presentations.
• Fifth League Follies contributes to the League Community Trust Fund.
• AJLA approves a follow-up visit.
• The League starts Transfer Tour and Tea Day.

1966:

• The League’s name becomes Junior League of Monmouth County, Inc.
• Junior League of Monmouth County becomes a member of AJLA.
• The League approves funds to purchase land for the Museum.
• The Monmouth Museum is established as an integral part of the Garden State Arts Center.
• Office of Second Vice President is created.
• Community-related committees fall under the Second Vice President’s responsibility.

1967:

• Children’s Theater and Puppeteers continue their performances.
• Delegates attend AJLA conferences and meetings.
• JLMC becomes part of the Executive Council of New Jersey Junior Leagues.
• By-laws undergo revision.
• The League starts to support the Art Slides Program of New Jersey Leagues.

1968:

• The League produces a PR brochure.
• The Thrift Shop, Lecture Series, and Charity Ball contribute to projects financially.
• Riverview Hospital Medical/Surgical Outpatient Clinics become a project.
• Campership Program and continued support for various projects.
• Children’s Theater and Puppeteers continue their performances.
• The Monmouth Museum hosts its first Gallery show.

1969:

• 30th Anniversary of JLMC’s founding.
• 25th Anniversary of the Thrift Shop.
• “Portfolio, U.S.A.” art slides project introduced to schools.
• League continues Gallery shows and community engagement.
• Various projects and initiatives contribute to JLMC’s ongoing impact.

1970:

• Riverview Hospital’s Medical/Surgical Clinic opens as a League project.
• Youth Employment Service and Retarded Children’s Nursery School projects are transitioned to the community.
• Campership and Monmouth Day Care Center become new projects, supporting underprivileged children.

1971:

• A van is acquired for the Monmouth Museum Mobile Unit.
• Thrift Shop profits reach $11,700.

1972:

• Evening sessions for membership meetings are introduced.
• League’s focus on Monmouth Museum Mobile Unit exhibits continues.

1973:

• Monmouth Museum Mobile Unit continues to educate county school children.
• An Ecology Center is established in Asbury Park to coordinate conservation efforts.
• Task forces are established for more placement flexibility and research opportunities.

1974:

• JLMC celebrates its 35th anniversary.
• Revised By-Laws are approved.
• The Colonial Harvest Ball and other initiatives contribute to the community.
• Living History Program for school children is introduced at Holmes-Hendrickson House.

1975:

• JLMC’s membership and initiatives expand.
• The Designers Showhouse raises funds for the Community Trust Fund.
• JLMC supports projects like Monmouth Museum, Retarded Children’s Nursery School, Monmouth Day Care Center, and the Campership Program.

1976:

• 10th anniversary as a Junior League.
• Evening Division is established for membership meetings.
• The “Living History” project continues, offering educational experiences.
• The Thrift Shop closes after over 30 years of operation.
• League’s contributions include historical presentations and support for health services.

1977:

• Designer Showhouse raises substantial funds.
• JLMC partners with Brookdale Community College for educational projects.
• Child Advocacy Survey is conducted.
• League’s involvement in residential treatment centers and child advocacy continues.

1978:

• JLMC co-sponsors events and conferences.
• League project focus remains on the Monmouth Junior Museum.

1979:

• JLMC contributes to community resources such as a Senior Citizens Discount Directory and The Wonder Warehouse.
• Public relations materials are published.
• The League’s engagement in various projects, empowerment initiatives, and community support continues.

1980:

• JLMC reaches significant milestones with 1,640,000 volunteer hours and $260,000 in commitments over its history.
• Organizational Self Assessment (OSA) informs a five-year plan for future initiatives.
• “Habitats” exhibit opens at the Wonder Warehouse, showcasing the collaboration between League members and Monmouth College.
• Community Advisory Board meetings begin, addressing membership development, future projects, and grants.
• Festival of Trees “A Renaissance Christmas” becomes a successful ongoing fundraiser.

1981:

• JLMC’s active and sustainer membership grows.
• League trainers offer courses on career development, grantsmanship, leadership, and more.
• Admissions and Provisional Committees merge for streamlined processes.
• Evening meetings accommodate increasing numbers of professionals.
• Second Festival of Trees “Angels We Have Heard on High” raises funds for the Community Trust Fund.

1982:

• Committees restructure for better focus and efficiency.
• Festival of Trees continues to generate funds.
• League engages in projects like Handicare, Project A.C.C.E.P.T., and more.
• SPAC and League involvement in child advocacy, environmental issues, and legislative support remains strong.

1983:

• Project Council system is implemented.
• Voluntary Action Center (VAC) collaboration benefits the community.
• Festival of Trees remains a successful annual event.
• Projects like IN CASE, Abused Elderly, and more continue to address community needs.

1984:

• Term of office for President changes to one year.
• Festival of Trees continues to fund community projects.
• League undertakes initiatives like Child Abuse Resource Directory, SPAC involvement, and more.
• League’s contributions extend to disaster relief efforts.

1985:

• League funds and staffs projects like IN CASE, Handicare, and more.
• Festival of Trees raises substantial funds.
• League’s involvement in child abuse prevention and advocacy remains strong.

1986:

• Awards and recognition for League’s child abuse prevention efforts.
• JLMC initiates projects like I’m Thumbody, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome education, and more.
• League’s engagement in environmental issues, community outreach, and legislative support continues.

1987:

• JLMC funds and staffs multiple impactful projects.
• League’s involvement spans child abuse prevention, environmental advocacy, and more.
• Festival of Trees remains a successful fundraising event.

1988:

• League’s efforts lead to recognition and awards.
• Designer Showhouse IV contributes to fundraising.
• League continues involvement in child abuse prevention, community support, and advocacy.

1989:

• JLMC celebrates its 50th Anniversary.
• Festival of Trees continues to raise funds.
• League funds and staffs projects like I’m Thumbody, Collier Group Home, and more.
• Community engagement, celebration, and support remain central to the League’s mission.

1990

• Launch of the Hand-In-Hand (H-I-H) Infant/Toddler Center to support teen mothers at Long Branch High School.
• Child Watch Coalition collaborates on forums about Welfare Reform.
• Successful Junk to Jewels Rummage Sale and Art Auction.
• Spring House partnership initiated for transitional housing for young mothers and children.
• Membership participates in Stand for Children Rally in Washington, D.C.

1991

• Introduction of Project ENCOURAGE, combining efforts for Spring House and Epiphany House.
• Launch of H-I-H’s Teen Parent Support Program at Long Branch High School.
• Successful fundraisers like Samantha’s Ice Cream Social and Bowlathon.

1992

• Creation of the Council System for streamlined organization.
• Launch of Project Reaching Out, Done-In-A-Day, and Environment projects.
• Successful “A Celebration of Broadway” Designer Show House and Gardens.

1993

• Launch of Project PIPP: Parenting in Progress Program.
• JLMC supports welfare reform discussions.
• Participation in Community Forums on teen pregnancy, multi-culturalism, and leadership styles.

1994

• Launch of the Hand-In-Hand Childcare Center at Long Branch High School.
• Collaboration with Monmouth Day Care Center on grantwriting seminar.
• Implementation of five-year fundraising plan.

1995

• Introduction of Project EPIC: Empowering Parents, Inspiring Children.
• Successful American Girl Event and Samantha’s Ice Cream Social fundraisers.

1996

• Opening of Spring House, a transitional group home for young mothers and children.
• Done-In-A-Day projects supporting various causes.
• Successful Home & Designer Showcase fundraiser.

1997

• Recognition with AJLI BMW Award and NJ Child Assault Prevention Award.
• Reopening of Spring House.
• Launch of EPIC parenting workshop program.
• Strategic planning for the future.

1998

• Continued efforts with Spring House and EPIC program.
• Hosting community forums on Domestic Violence and Fundraising.
• Initiation of a strategic plan for the upcoming millennium.

1999

• Focus on protecting children from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Collaboration with Women’s Shelter, Mental Health Association, and Substance Abuse Resources.
• 60th anniversary celebration of the JLMC.

2000

• Started three new community programs within the new focusing statement developed in 1999.
• Time to Grow in collaboration with The Mental Health Association, planned events and activities with teen girls and their mentors.
• Strengthening Families in collaboration with Substance Abuse Resources hosted events with 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders and their families from Red Bank and Long Branch schools.
• Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau with The Women’s Center of Monmouth County trained volunteers to speak about teen dating abuse and domestic violence.
• Introduction of the JLMC.org website.
• 60th Anniversary celebration party in October at the Monmouth Museum.

2001

• Collaborated with The Mental Health Association for Time to Grow events.
• Continued Strengthening Families and Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau activities.
• Established a Volunteer Scholarship Program with Brookdale Community College.
• Awarded scholarships to Monmouth County high school seniors.
• Partnered with the Verizon Foundation and Sprint to award phone cards to the Women’s Center of Monmouth County.
• Childwatch Coalition disbanded after fulfilling its mission.

2002

• Donated over 27,000 volunteer hours to the community.
• Various guest speakers at trainings, including Donna Gallagher and Rosemarie Poverman.
• Introduced a new brochure in JL red.
• Collaboration with Two River Film Festival to promote cultural programs.
• Launched a campaign to renovate Headquarters building.
• Awarded the Tony Dowling Advocacy Award by the Mental Health Association.
• Raised funds through fundraisers like the American Girl Event and Black-Eyed Susans and Black Jack.

2003

• Introduced new fundraisers: Chocolate Extravaganza and Clams Casino.
• Supported Project Hope, Dream Academy, and Club House projects.
• Donated $10,000 in cash contributions to support air conditioning for Boys and Girls Club.
• Received Thomas S. Smith Service To Youth Award.
• Special grants to non-profit organizations in the community.
• Provisionals renovated a room at the Ronald McDonald House and raised funds for SPUR.

2004

• Annual Fund raised $4,700, used to pave a new driveway at Headquarters.
• Rented Headquarters raised $6,500.
• Approved Bylaws and Membership Policies.
• Introduced Flexible Membership Requirements.
• Renovated interior and exterior of Headquarters building.
• Raised funds through American Girl Event and Run For The Roses.

2005

• Introduced the JLMC Endowment Fund.
• First Spring Market Weekend raised $38K.
• New red tri-fold marketing brochures published.
• Held Community Outreach Forums on youth empowerment and diversity.
• Introduced the Buddy program for new Provisionals.
• Provided enrichment programs for Boys and Girls Club and West Side Christian Academy.

2006

• RED campaign focus: Reaching out, Emphasis on education, Developing effective projects.
• Conducted a Welfare Simulation at the January GMM.
• Implemented a Provisional Training Program.
• Introduced the Superstars Literacy Project.
• Researched new focus: “Empowering Women.”
• Initiated plans for a Capital Campaign to renovate Headquarters.

2007

• Spring Market ’07 raised over $39,000.
• Implemented a comprehensive marketing plan for Spring Market.
• Held events like “Jeans and Jewels Preview Gala” and Mother/Daughter luncheons.
• Turned the Superstars Literacy Project over to Red Bank Primary School.
• Explored the new focus of “Empowering Women.”
• Started the Capital Campaign to renovate Headquarters.

2008

• Carried out the RED campaign: Reaching out, Emphasis on education, Developing effective projects.
• Hosted GMMs with outside speakers and trainers.
• Redistributed the Superstars Literacy Project to Red Bank Primary School.
• Combined Community Project committee and Done in a Day committee to form CREW.
• Transitioned to a quarterly paper edition of Open Line.
• Initiated the Capital Campaign to renovate Headquarters.

2012:

• Provided 11 life skills workshops for women in transitional housing.
• Hosted BeYOUtiful forums reaching 750 women and girls, addressing self-confidence and positive body image.
• Conducted Kids in the Kitchen event, educating 200 Girl Scouts on healthy eating.
• Organized a Running and Winning Workshop for 60 high school girls, promoting leadership skills.
• Offered forums featuring speakers Shar McBee and Bev Bos for local nonprofits.

2013:

• Established a 3-5 year vision to empower girls to become confident women.
• Partnered with the YMCA for Kids in the Kitchen event, reaching over 150 children.
• Sponsored seminars on helping children affected by disasters like Superstorm Sandy.
• Co-hosted Girls Leadership Camp with the YMCA, sponsoring 25 girls’ attendance.
• Conducted various Done in a Day projects including a diabetes walk, Thanksgiving meal service, and glove drive for victims of human trafficking.

2014:

• Launched Girls on the Run program in Fair Haven and Red Bank Middle School.
• Created a Community Resource Center on the JLMC website.
• Hosted social media campaigns on anti-bullying, International Day of the Girl, and human trafficking.
• Participated in numerous Done in a Day projects, including art supply drives, playground builds, and food distribution.
• Advocated for legislative changes, including the Human Trafficking Prevention, Protection, and Treatment Act in New Jersey.