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Assistance League of the Bay Area Launches 2024 Operation School Bell Season
What a joyful day it was as the chapter officially launched the 2024 Operation School Bell® season on Wednesday, August 7th, at local JCPenney stores, serving students from nine school districts in the Houston-Galveston Bay Area. Since 2001, Assistance League® of the Bay Area has provided clothing and accessories to over 33,000 students.
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Assisteens Participate in Summer Jewelry Workshops, Learning Skills in Multiple Areas
What a fantastic experience for our Assisteens®, who participated in the jewelry workshops in June and July! Those pictured attended the final one on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. During these workshops, they learned from two great instructors, Robin Bigham and Mavis Irvan, the craftsmanship, design, and marketing of various accessories many individuals use to accent […]
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Create Fleece Blankets for Project Snuggle Philanthropic Program
On Sunday, August 4th, Assisteens® gathered to craft fleece blankets for the children who reside at the Bay Area Turning Point and The Bridge Over Troubled Waters. The young residents, ages 4-10, receive these blankets as a source of comfort and security, as often they have abruptly left their homes under traumatic circumstances.
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Assisteens Continue Work for Upcoming Snack Attack Pack Assemblies
As the new school year begins, Assisteens® of the Bay Area prepare items for an upcoming Snack Attack Pack assembly. A collaborative effort between the chapter and the auxiliary, Assisteens’ responsibilities include purchasing the sacks, spoons, and napkins, printing and affixing the identifying label, and participating in the assemblies alongside adult members. Recently, at a […]
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Help Prepare 400 New Teacher Luncheon Welcome Bags
On Tuesday, July 30th, Assisteens® volunteered with the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce as they prepared 400 welcome bags for the 58th New Teachers Luncheon. This event recognizes all those beginning their first year teaching in Clear Creek ISD. The welcome bags are filled with numerous items to kickstart their classroom experience successfully. Assisteens […]
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Crafted with Care Philanthropic Program Creates Sea Creature Windchimes
On Sunday, July 28th, Assisteens® gathered to participate in one of three summer philanthropy days. Twelve chose to participate in Crafted with Care, where they created adorable sea creature windchimes. These delightful items will be delivered to children who reside at the Bay Area Turning Point and The Bridge Over Troubled Waters shelters.
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Prepare Cards for Discovery Village Clear Lake Memory Care Residents
On the first of three summer philanthropy days, Assisteens colored cards for several fall holidays, and Get Well and Thinking of You cards when needed. Assisteens® prepare these messages of encouragement and celebration for the memory care residents at Discovery Village Clear Lake. Our members recognize the importance of celebrating the generations who came before […]
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Create Beautiful Jewelry Pieces during Workshops Held in June and July
Throughout June and July, adult members hosted jewelry workshops, during which Assisteens® created various designs from start to finish. The finished products are now on display and for sale in the chapter’s award-winning resale shop. It has been a fantastic experience to craft these pieces and learn additional aspects of retail sales, including marketing and […]
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Assisteens Prep for August Snack Attack Pack Assembly
Assisteens® of the Bay Area support the chapter in various ways. One ongoing initiative is Snack Attack Packs, a collaborative effort that packages items for students facing food insecurity in three school districts and distributes them throughout the year. Assisteens participate in assembling these items, but this year, they have increased their involvement by preparing […]
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Receive Thank You for St. Thomas for Recent Donation
Thank you, Saint Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church, for allowing Assisteens® of the Bay Area to be guests at your church throughout the school year and whenever else we request building usage. We admire your commitment to serving the community wherever the need is.
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