On Wednesday evening, April 9, the Little Silver Woman’s Club (111 Church Street) will be the setting for “an inspirational evening,” as the Junior League of Monmouth County hosts a discussion with Molly Barker, founder of the non-profit organization Girls on the Run.
During the 7:30 pm presentation, “Barker will share the powerful message that the only limitations to the achievement of self-worth, contentment, and joy are those we place on ourselves: We must be the change for the change we wish to occur. Barker’s story motivates volunteers, parents and community organizers to innovatively break free of the same-old, same-old; encourages college students to celebrate their gifts, honor their voices, and activate their power in the awaiting world; and gives women and girls the tools to break free from the negative, limiting talk, both internally and externally, and to joyfully and boldly pursue their dreams.”
A transformational physical activity-based positive youth development program for girls in grades 3 through 8, Girls on the Run teaches life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games. The 10 week long program culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5k running event, scheduled for June 8 in the Red Bank area. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.
Also featured will be information about joining the League’s Youth Organizing Committee, an opportunity to “change the conversation surrounding youth in politics.”
There’s no charge to attend, but attendees are strongly encouraged to register in advance here. Light refreshments will be served at the approximately 60 minute program, and attendees are advised that children cannot be accommodated at the event.
