DIAMOND JUBILEE COMMITTEE—Lisa Washington Rushing, Diane Stotts, Kanika Capel, Deborah Vereen, Janine Frazier Macklin, Rosa Miller, Jalila Jefferson Bullock and Annice Reese
by Debbie Norrell, Lifestyles Editor
The Pittsburgh Chapter was organized in 1944 as the fourth chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc. and was at the heart of the development of a plan for the national organization and its incorporation in 1945. The biennial Presentation Ball is the signature event of the Pittsburgh Chapter. The purpose of the event is threefold. First, it is a major fundraising event for a local charity and for the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. Second, it recognizes high school juniors and seniors for their accomplishments in the classroom and in the community. Third, it allows the chapter to showcase the organization to the Greater Pittsburgh area.
Do the math and you will see that Jack and Jill Pittsburgh has been around for 75 years and that is something to celebrate, and celebrate they did during the weekend of Aug. 30 through Sept. 1. The celebration began with a party at Terrace on Fifth. Guests dined and danced and enjoyed the great view afforded by the rooftop location. On Aug. 31, a relaxing picnic was held at Blueberry Hill Park in Sewickley. The weekend concluded with a luncheon at The LeMont Restaurant with Lisa Washington Rushing (KDKA–TV) as mistress of ceremonies. Members of Jack and Jill Pittsburgh Chapter reflected on 75 dazzling years via videos and pleasant memories. Chapter President, Bridgette N. Cofield, welcomed the large group and Beatrice Vasser, Ph.D., reflected on past cotillions, the first one was held in 1982. The afternoon concluded with the J&J Pink and Blue Runway where young Jack and Jill members were introduced to the group. The Diamond Jubilee event chairs included: Janine Frazier Macklin, Rhonda Bolding and Alexis James Steals.
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