BERLIN — The Worcester County Commissioners proclaimed March as Women’s History Month to encourage citizens to take this occasion to learn more about the history and accomplishments of women in America.
The Worcester County Commission for Women will be celebrating Women’s History Month at a luncheon to be held on Wednesday, March 18, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Clarion Resort Hotel in Ocean City. The luncheon “Weaving the Stories of Women’s Lives” will recognize Worcester County women whose lives exemplify exceptional vision and leadership.
Rose Brous of Ocean City will be honored as the 2015 Woman of the Year. Gladys Virginia Burbage Markham, a teacher and administrator, will be recognized as a Special Honoree. Lois Evelyn Carmean Harrison (1909-2007) will be honored as the 2015 Woman in History for her extraordinary life, worthy of celebration and remembrance.
Six Worcester County students will be honored as Women of Tomorrow. The award categories are Grades 7-8, Grades 9-10, and Grades 11-12, with each category recognizing an awardee for first place or honorable mention.
These outstanding young women will be recognized for their leadership abilities, academic achievements and for making a significant positive impact on their community.
The 2015 Women of Tomorrow are Olivia Grace Boyce (Pocomoke City Middle School), Chloe Pauline Goddard (Snow Hill Middle School), Hannah Elizabeth Black (Snow Hill High School), Madison Amalie Mendiaz (Snow Hill High School), Delilah Purnell (Stephen Decatur High School) and Jennah Lupiwok (Stephen Decatur High School). These outstanding young women will be recognized for their leadership abilities, academic achievements and for making a significant positive impact on their community.
The event will feature exhibitors, awards and a silent auction and raffles. The cost to attend is $37 per person. Tables of eight may be reserved. A cash bar will be available.
You may register online at www.FriendsofWCCW.org, call 410-202-8688, email [email protected] or mail a check to FWCCW, P.O. Box 1712, Berlin, Md. 21811. Proceeds will benefit the McGuffey literacy program for Worcester County students.