Silk Purse Women are actively engaged in the world around them and are
always looking for events where they can learn, network or just have fun. Following are Silk Purse events as well as a selection of ones hosted by worthwhile organizations.

Upcoming Events

Silk Purse Goes to Camp!
Thursday, August 21–Sunday, August 24
Camp Reveille on Long Lake, Naples, Maine
Join the Silk Purse Campers’ Club and Joan Lunden for an extraordinary weekend
just for women. This special 4 day, 3 night getaway is truly a guilt free time of renewal,
personal growth…and just plain fun! Participate in a host of outdoor activities from hiking
to tennis to archery. Or indulge your creative side with a variety of fun arts and crafts projects. Try a new fitness or dance class. Enjoy the company of your fellow campers on a sunset cruise or around the Indian Council fire.

Don’t miss out on our limited time Promotion, which ends July 30. Give yourself and another special woman in your life – your mother, your daughter, sister, mother-in-law or best friend – a weekend away. For detailed costs and registration information, call Camp Reveille at 914.219.5558 and mention Silk Purse.

The Newark Museum
Embodying the Sacred in Yoruba Art
June 4–August 24
This exhibition explores the relationship between art and the spiritual world. The exhibition presents nearly 70 works of art in diverse media, including shrines and beaded regalia that reference the supreme deity of the Yoruba, altar images and ritual implements, plus a variety of spectacular masks that dramatize the presence of the sublime.

Jazz in the Garden
Thursdays, June 19–August 7
For more than 40 years, The Newark Museum has presented all–star lineups of jazz greats during its annual Jazz in the Garden Summer Concert Series. Held rain or shine, Jazz in the Garden offers its audience an opportunity to enjoy wonderful music in a magnificent and serene museum setting.

Morris Museum
New Jersey: Then & Now
May 13–September 14
In collaboration with the prestigious ACA Galleries, New York, this exhibition presents a comprehensive view of New Jersey art, dating as far back as a Morristown grave rubbing done by a local high school student in 1780 to powerful contemporary paintings and sculptures by New Jersey native Chris Kappmeier.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Private Lives
August 6 – August 31
One of Noël Coward’s most famous and successful comedies. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at The Shakespeare Theatre’s Main Stage, the F. M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue in Madison. Order tickets online or call 973.408.5600.

New Jersey Association of Business Owners (NJAWBO)
Central & Southern Region
2nd Annual Diversity Luncheon
Wednesday, August 13, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Nassau Club of Princeton
Save the Date! Best summer networking event, with expo and keynote speaker.
Call 908-688-6818 or email nc@nesilgroup.com for sponsorship and expo information.

Following is a selection of past events Silk Purse Women have attended.
Do you see anyone you know or would like to know?

Photo Gallery

A Signature Covenant House Event A Night of Broadway Stars May 14 NJPAC was the venue for this spectacular benefit. Pictured are LaShell and Newark City Council President, Mildred C. Crump, as they discuss bidding on a necklace during the Silent Auction. Learn more about Covenant House.

Silk Purse Women and The Professional Women's Center (PWC) It’s Tea Time May 12 A lively dialogue and wonderful teas and scones were the backdrop for this fun and informative evening at PWC. Pictured with Spear and LaShell are some of the women who attended.

New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO) Annual Conference May 7 & 8 Conference attendees benefited from a wide array of informative breakout sessions and the many Expo vendors. LaShell and Spear sat for a ‘wonder women’ caricature in the Verizon booth. Photo courtesy of Diane Lizza, Maplecroft Studio.

New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO) Annual Conference May 7 & 8 Nancy McDonald, Esq., McDonald Group, chats with Spear in the NJAWBO Expo area during a break at the NJAWBO Annual Conference.

The Women’s Association of NJPAC Annual Spring Luncheon April 30 Pictured left to right are Rosemary Erwin and Sophia Thomas of the Hunter Group with LaShell prior to enjoying wonderful food and the award-winning short film The Once and Future Newark.

The Women’s Initiative Network & Connection (WINC) Networking Event April 2 Melissa Cloeter, President of WINC (center) with honored guests, Marjorie Perry (l.) President of MZM Construction and Nancy McDonald (r.), founder of the McDonald Law Group, at the launch networking event. Photo Credit: Juliet Foster, Essence of Time Photography

Passaic County NJAWBO Chapter Diversity Women in Business™ Series March 27 A 'photo op' followed a dynamic panel presentation on diversity issues, the first in a series. Pictured from left to right: Panelist Reenaa Chawla, The Brain Studio; Virginia Gould (Diversity Committee Member); Dana Williams, President Elect & Diversity Chair; Aiping WU, NTDTV; Renee Gong, NTDTV; Tim Sun (Director, Educational Outreach) NTDTV; and Panelist Audrey Bell-Kearney, Sister Inc. Missing from photo, Panelist Patricia, Bullone, Patzy Gatzt Co.

United Way of Warren County Women’s Leadership Council Networking Event March 25 More than 100 attendees enjoyed networking, good food and an inspiring presentation by Dr. Teena Cahill, author of The Cahill Factor. Pictured are the Women’s Leadership Council founding members and Teena Cahill (far right). To view more photos and learn about the United Way visit www.unitedwayofwc.org.

The Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey The Comedy of Errors March 24 Opening night of this witty play was a resounding success. Artistic Director Bonnie Monte relaxes with Spear during the intermission.

NJAWBO Salute to Women in Business March 24 Shown are some of the 30 women honorees at the Crystal Plaza in Livingston. Photo credit: Diane Lizza, Maplecroft Studio.

MyHome Renovation Evening of Beauty Event March 19 MyHome Renovation hosted an informative and fun event in their Paramus showroom. Attendees were treated to a presentation by image and style consultant Lauren Solomon and her associates. Pictured are Christopher Drummond and Colin Lively as they provide makeup and hair tips for a lucky attendee. Photo credit: Aviad Stark, Graphic Advance.