Junior League Hosts Project Madres Beauty Day at Salon POSH in Mamaroneck

May 10, 2010, Mamaroneck, NY – The Junior League of Westchester on the Sound (JLWOS) and JLWOS community partner WestCOP hosted the 2^nd annual beauty day for Project Madres as a culmination to the year-long program aimed at providing immigrant mothers with the knowledge and skills to raise their families and be productive community members.
Salon POSH, located at 516 West Boston Post Rd. in Mamaroneck generously opened the salon for the day to make this event possible.
All twenty women who participated in the JLWOS Project Madres program attended this last and very special meeting.  After being educated throughout the year on topics such as nutrition, domestic violence, women’s health, educational milestones, immigration, taxes and job-seeking, this last meeting provides the women with a strong boost of self-confidence and self-esteem.
Salon POSH provided 7 stylists to cut and blow-dry the women’s hair free of charge.  Additionally, 3 make-up artists were on-site to complete the makeovers.
"It warms my heart to be able to provide and put a smile on the faces of women who otherwise are not accustomed to receiving such extravagant and caring attention,” said Diane Cermele, Owner, Salon POSH.  “At the end of the day, every woman loves to feel beautiful. My staff and I could not experience a more rewarding feeling than to help make these women feel that feeling of beauty."
Camaraderie, laughter and tears of joy were brewing at Salon POSH, as the women enjoyed their coffee and haircuts, and their last meeting of the year as part of the JLWOS Project Madres program. 
JLWOS and WestCOP provided babysitting for the women’s children and also served a nutritious meal at the Mamaroneck CAP Center.
“Project Madres is such an important Junior League committee and the excitement today at the salon was tangible,” said Jennie McFarland, JLWOS President.  “The beauty day completes a year filled with knowledge and education and allows the women to leave the program better-prepared for job interviews and more confident to face the daily challenges they encounter.  We are grateful to Salon POSH for their immense generosity in helping to brighten and improve the future of the women in our Project Madres program.”

About Salon POSH
0wned and operated by 30 year old Westchester native Diane Cermele, this full service hair salon is like no other. Besides the incredible interior decorating and lighting, architectural design, and spectacular view of the harbor, this staff has a combined experience of 60 + years. They specialize in unisex precision cuts, creative color and highlighting, Hair Extensions, Keratin and Brazilian straightening, and special occasion hair. Diane’s mission is "for the client to have an extraordinary experience by top stylists in an ultra POSH atmosphere at an affordable price.”  Salon POSH also specializes in Bridal parties and strives to create a memorable experience for the bride and her bridal party.  Hours of operation are Tues 10-6 Wed 10-6 Thurs 12-8 Fri 10-6 Sat 9-5. Call (914) 899.3333 for more information. All first time customers will receive a 15% discount!

About Project Madres
This committee coordinates a monthly workshop series for Spanish-speaking immigrant mothers and their young children.  The program has been held at Holy Rosary Church in Port Chester for the last seven years and in Mamaroneck for the past 3 years.  The goal of the program is to improve self-esteem and confidence in women so that they can provide a better life for themselves and their children in the U.S. 
Workshop topics include domestic violence, immigrant rights, child development, literacy, family nutrition and how to find a job.

About the Junior League of Westchester on the Sound
The Junior League of Westchester on the Sound (JLWOS) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the Sound Shore communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.  Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Founded in 1950, the Junior League of Westchester on the Sound is comprised of women from Harrison, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle, Port Chester, Rye and Rye Brook. If you are interested in joining or learning more information please visit www.jlwos.org.