This March Myrtle Avenue is celebrating Women’s History Month by honoring the women that help make our community great. Every day, these women strengthen the bonds within our community. Whether they’re collecting information for fellow community members or providing a gathering space for the community to come together. Their actions add up to something bigger. These women, and many more, are the community in Fort Greene/Clinton Hill. We are so proud to honor them during this special month.

Now in its tenth year, Just Because Hair Therapy Salon began with a call to Mom.

Salon owner, Carol Thomas writes, “How quickly time flies. 10 years came so quickly. It feels like just a minute ago when I made up my mind to open my own salon. The first person I called to get her thoughts was my Mom, and she gave me the go (as a matter of fact, her words were “just try it”). My mom’s advice meant a lot to me. I had to make it work, I had to make it perfect and I had to aim to give the best service that I could. That’s what I strive to do every day at Just Because.”

Just Because is known for all things hair health and beauty. Their “therapy approach” makes the health of the hair an integral part of the salon experience. The salon also hosts a complete schedule of health and wellness classes and workshops in addition to events like the annual fashion show that turns the sidewalk just outside the salon into a fashion runway!

Just Because philanthropy efforts throughout the year, a special Sunday series, where they provide hair styling, pampering and fun to women from local shelters or otherwise going through challenging times.

“I learned a lot of wonderful lessons from my mother,” Thomas writes, “and many had to do with how I treat my fellow man/woman. A lot of that is what helps shape the salon and our general philosophy and care.”

So this Women’s History Month, we’re giving thanks to all the mothers out there. Their good advice truly makes a world difference.

Just Because Salon is located at 141 Carlton Avenue, just north of Myrtle Avenue. To set up an appointment, call 718-722-7810