The Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries and Friends of the Library are holding their seventh annual “Girl Power Contest.”
Per the news release: The Commission for Women announces the launch of the 2024 Girl Power Contest for Women’s History Month. The contest will run from March 1-31 and is open to all County residents ages five and above. The goal of the contest is to foster creativity and entrepreneurial thinking with a focus of impacting young girls and women.
Participants are invited to submit a short poem, story, drawing or medium of their choice that addresses the theme of creating businesses that fill the needs and wants in our community, such as a grocery store or restaurant, and how these businesses would impact girls and women in Montgomery County.
To submit an entry, click here. For additional questions, email [email protected] or call 240-777-8300. The contest is co-sponsored by Montgomery County Public Libraries and Friends of the Library, Montgomery County.
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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.
