Women have played a major role throughout history and do so even more today. Whether you are a man or woman, we can all name at least one woman that has influenced our lives. She was probably your Mom, Grandmother, wife, teacher, or mentor. I personally can think of many: Debbie, my sister; Mrs. Humphrey, my high school teacher; Drs. Contois and Riipi, my college professors; Edi & Debbie, my mentors at Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics.
These and many other women have touched my life over the years. I thank them all for making me into the person that I am today. So join me in thanking the women of your life during National Women’s History Month.
Women’s Resource Center of Manatee – National Women’s History Month Activities
Essay Contest:
“A Florida Woman Who Made a Difference” an essay contest for students at PACE Center for Girls in grades 6 – 12, 1200 to 1500 words. Monetary Prizes are: 1st place: $250; second, $125; third, $75; fifth, $50. The winner will be announced at the Downtown Diva Derby.
“Look Beyond the Scale”
Karen R. Koenig, Psychology of eating expert .
March 17th 5-7 PM at the WRC
$20 fee which includes a copy of the book, Nice Girls Finish Fat.
“Creativity in Women”
Roxanne Dinkin, local Psychologist
March 24th 5-7 PM at the WRC
$5 donation
Downtown Diva Derby
Saturday March 26th 3-6 PM on Old Main Street
“Well Behaved Seldom Make History” ~ Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
Make Your Own History at the Downtown Diva Derby. A brand new event featuring 20 teams of four women each who will compete in a fun non athletic event for women. Activities for the men in your life, so make sure you bring them.