JA of Columbus starting Crown Club for young women
The Junior Auxiliary of Columbus is creating a new project, Crown Club, to promote service and leadership in young ladies of Lowndes County.
JA of Columbus accepting scholarship applications
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus is reaching out to graduating high school seniors in Lowndes County, encouraging them to consult with their school guidance counselor about applying for a scholarship from the nonprofit organization.
Pandemic concerns cancel 2021 JA Charity Ball
The decision was a hard one, but Junior Auxiliary of Columbus has announced cancellation of its spring 2021 Charity Ball.
Art Reach: Two nonprofits team up to ‘make lemonade out of lemons’
A frenzy of packing is underway at the Columbus Arts Council’s Rosenzweig Arts Center. Boxes and bins fill the hallways, cover tabletops, line the walls. The flurry of activity has nothing to do with a new gallery exhibit, but it does have everything to do with art.
Making a difference
For more than 75 years, Junior Auxiliary of Columbus has been an active community partner, giving thousands of service hours in benefit of the children of Lowndes County. The nonprofit organization’s annual Charity Ball is a celebration and review of the work accomplished that year, and a reveal of the Charity Ball king and queen.
JA Charity Ball to present 2020 court
Twenty-two high school seniors comprise the Junior Auxiliary of Columbus Charity Ball Court to be presented during the annual event at Trotter Convention Center March 28.
Columbus JA Charity Ball Ticket Night set for Thursday
Tickets to the 70th annual Junior Auxiliary of Columbus Charity Ball will be available for purchase Thursday evening, Feb. 20.
Anti-bullying program helps link Caledonia fourth-graders in atmosphere of kindness
They sat cross-legged on the floor, doe-eyed and innocent, listening politely to group of women from the Junior Auxiliary of Columbus during a special program at Caledonia Elementary School Friday morning.
The subject matter — bullying — seemed inconsistent for an audience of fourth-graders, whose exposure to bullying has been limited.
That’s the whole point.
JA of Columbus announces scholarship deadline
The deadline for Junior Auxiliary of Columbus scholarship applications to be submitted is Feb. 7, earlier than usual.
Pageantry and service
An evening of pageantry and a focus on service marked the introduction of the Junior Auxiliary of Columbus 2019 Charity Ball king and queen Saturday at Trotter Convention Center in Columbus.
JA of Columbus announces 2019 Charity Ball court
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus has announced the members of its 69th annual Charity Ball court that will be presented March 30 at Trotter Convention Center.
Caledonia Elementary SPED students partner with 4th graders in Challenge of Champions
At Caledonia Elementary School on Wednesday, 19 students in the school’s special education department became champions.
Choose Kindness: An anti-bullying message gives children tools to meet challenges
In a 1961 episode of “The Andy Griffith Show,” young Opie is being targeted daily by a school bully, shaken down for nickel milk money with threats of a knuckle sandwich.
JA of Columbus announces 2018 Charity Ball court
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus has announced the members of its 68th annual Charity Ball court to be presented April 7 at Trotter Convention Center.
Business brief: JA receives top honor
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus received the top national honor in the JA’s Got Talent Contest at the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries 72nd Annual Education
JA of Columbus preserves history with donation to library
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus celebrated seven decades of service to children in Lowndes County, and honored the memory of a revered life member, during National Junior Auxiliary Week April 7-13.
Charity Ball royalty recognized for achievements and service
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus revealed its 2013 Charity Ball king and queen Saturday at the 63rd annual Ball held at Trotter Convention Center.
Charity Ball court to be presented April 6
The arrival of spring heralds the 63rd annual Junior Auxiliary of Columbus Charity Ball, which is set for April 6 at Trotter Convention Center in
JA Ball tickets go on sale to patrons Feb. 19
Patron tickets to the Junior Auxiliary of Columbus 2013 Charity Ball will be available Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 4-7 p.m. at the Junior Auxiliary Hut at 1000 Park Circle, next to Lee Park.
JA of Columbus garners regional recognition
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus has been recognized across the Southern region as a leader in community service.