Find the Good Day
Welcome to International Find the Good Day: A Celebration of Compassion, Community, and Positive Change!
Now more than ever, the world needs greater optimism, positivity, and resilience. Optimism has been proven to positively impact our health, motivation, outcomes, and performance. There is a certain bravery that comes with a positive outlook, it’s much easier to have a negative attitude and give up. Join us every September in embracing the spirit of kindness and empowerment as we commemorate this special occasion that echoes the core values of the Junior Leagues across the world. Find the Good Day is not just a date on the calendar; it’s a movement that reflects the timeless spirit of Junior Leagues – a legacy of kindness, empowerment, and community transformation. Together, we aim to make a difference by embracing the power of unity, positive change, and finding the good.
Celebrate with Us
Celebrate International Find the Good Day with us, and together, let’s continue the inspiring journey that began over a century ago, leaving a legacy of compassion for generations to come.
Kendra Scott Give Back Event
Thursday, September 18 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Kendra Scott at The Summit, 120 Summit At Fritz Farm, Suite 150, Lexington, KY 40517
Let’s kick off Find the Good Day with an evening of fun and fellowship! All members of the community are invited – you don’t have to be a Junior League of Lexington member. Enjoy light fare, shop for beautiful jewelry, and help us launch our Find the Good Day Community Basket addressing period poverty. 20% of purchases made during the event will benefit the League.
LexArts Hop
Friday, September 19 | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Bodley-Bullock House, 200 Market St. Lexington, KY 40507
We will be presenting the work of Alex Narramore. Alex of The Mischief Maker is a botanically accurate sugar flower artist based in Lexington, KY.
Wrap Up Family Friendly Social
Sunday, September 21 | 2 p.m – 6 p.m.
Evans Orchard, 1783 Newtown Pike, Georgetown, KY 40324
Join us to wrap up Find the Good Day and kick off fall for a family friendly event at Evans Orchards. We’ll gather under the pavilion for good fun with good friends where we will enjoy pumpkins, cider, and donuts. You can also buy admission into the play area.
Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you’ll be helping us Find the Good in meaningful ways in ourselves and our community. We can’t wait to see you there!
Find Us in the Community
You’ll find us volunteering throughout the week in the following ways:
Friday, September 19
International Book Project
Sort and prepare books that will be shared around the world.
Saturday, September 20
Voices of Hope
Be part of Recovery Awareness Day, Voices of Hope’s largest event, honoring those in recovery, celebrating achievements, and remembering loved ones lost. The day features speakers, food trucks, games, and community resources.
Muffin Mania with Ronald McDonald House
Bake up joy for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.
Symphonic Stroll with the Lexington Philharmonic
Celebrate the 5th Anniversary of this immersive event! Walk through the park, enjoy chamber music paired with sculptures, take part in interactive activities, and enjoy local food trucks.
Join the Movement
You don’t have to be a Junior League Member to participate in Find the Good Day. This day is for everyone! Use it as an opportunity to focus on the good in your community. While it’s easy to point out the negatives, today is a day to shine a light on the positives around us. It’s time to uplift others and take action to make a difference. Today is a day for good deeds, spreading kindness, and making a positive impact in your community. Whether it’s helping a neighbor, volunteering at a local charity, or simply offering a kind word, every act of goodwill contributes to the greater good.
If you find yourself inspired and want to do even more for your community, consider learning more about the Junior League of Lexington. As a Member, you can receive training, mentorship, and the support needed to become a Leader and advocate for meaningful change.
Donate Today
We view every contribution we receive as so much more than money. To us, it’s fuel. Working in tandem with our passion for creating change in Central Kentucky, your donations help keep the fire of progress burning, and that’s more valuable than dollars and cents could ever quantify.
Considering supporting our powerful work?
2024 Find the Good Day Impact
Last year, we coordinated volunteer opportunities throughout the month of September with more than ten Central Kentucky nonprofits with the goal of having our members serve at least 100 hours in the community to commemorate the League’s centennial.
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