Per Montgomery County: Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 Montgomery County “Women Making History Award.” The award is presented by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women. The deadline for nominations is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7. The annual award is given in recognition of outstanding women in Montgomery County who are making significant contributions to their vocation and to the community.
Recipients of the Women Making History Award will be recognized and featured during Women’s History Month in March and again at a panel discussion and dinner to be held at a later date. To be eligible, nominees should exemplify one or more of the following:
- Unselfish leadership and hard work in their field.
- Exceptional leadership in civic activities.
- Developing or supporting programs resulting in positive social action.
- Inspiration to others as a role model.
Nominees must reside in Montgomery County or be employed in the County. High school seniors or college students can be nominated for the award. Nominations of individuals running for office or campaigning will not be considered.
The nomination form can be found at https://forms.gle/Dy12hrhpkfJNgGh4A.
The nomination form must be completed in its entirety to be considered. Nominations must be completed online. Those submitting nominations are asked to not copy and paste online bios as part of their submissions. Biographies should be limited to no more than three paragraphs. Nominations are not being accepted via mail.
The event is sponsored by Mission Partners, a woman-owned social impact and strategic communications firm committed to guiding leaders and their teams to be more authentic in their words, equitable in their strategies and intentional about their impact.
For more information about the Women Making History Award, call Ijeoma Enendu at 240-773-5581.
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FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you're an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
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LIVE PERFORMANCES By: CULTURE Feat. Kenyatta Hill, EXCO LEVI, IMAGE BAND, RAS LIDJ REGG'GO with Special Guest SUGAR BEAR FROM E.U. & MORE! & MORE!
MUSIC By: DJ ABLAZE, DJ SMALLY & NAJ SUPREME
2 NIGHT Camping packages available: RV/CAMPER $200 | TENTS $150 Starting on Friday May 17 @ 5pm | 30 RV SPACES | 30+ TENT SPACES
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE!!!
