Following are events that may be of interest to members and friends of the Montgomery County Chapter of the National Organization for Women (MCNOW). If you would like an event added to this calendar, please send info to info@mcmdnow.org .
To join our listserve to receive action alerts and other information as it becomes available, visit www.yahoogroups.com. In the “Find a Group” box, enter MCNOW. Select MCNOW and click on the blue box that says “Join this Group.” It’s that simple. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Jeannette Feldner at info@mcmdnow.org or 301-368-1917.
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JULY
Saturday, July 24th from 9:00am-5:00pm
Women’s Leadership Conference
Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852
Hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women
Counseling & Career Center
A powerful one-day conference offering leadership development and professional training for advocates of women and girls. Luncheon Keynote Speaker: Sara Manzano-Díaz, Director, U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau. Morning Keynote Speaker: Heather Boushy. Senior Economist, Center for American Progress. Seminars with nationally known panelists leading the way on women’s equality. For more information, visit /nacw.org/conference/?page=one_day.
Wednesday, July 28th from 6:30-9:00pm
Mind-Body Wellness for Women Who Partner with Women: Current Issues
Equality Maryland office, 1201 Sharp St, 2nd floor conf. room, Baltimore, MD
Sponsored by Equality Maryland and the Mautner Project
Join us for a panel lead by experts and advocates on current health issues facing women who partner with women. For more information or to RSVP, contact Morgan at morgan@equalitymaryland.org or 410-685-6567.
Thursday, July 29th at 7:00pm
Candidates’ Forum: Montgomery County Council Democrat Candidates At-Large
Eastern Village Cohousing Community, 7981 Eastern Ave, Silver Spring, 20910
Sponsored by Progressive Neighbors
Meet the candidates and ask questions. Nine candidates are running for four at-large seats. County Council makes decisions at affect your life: budget decisions, education priorities, economic development, affordable housing, transportation, environmental issues, social services, public safety, and WOMEN AND FAMILY ISSUES! Come and hear the candidates’ positions on these important issues and more. For further info, contact Malakoff@starpower.net or call 301-587-5559.
AUGUST
Saturday, August 7, 12:00 noon – 2:00pm
WACDTF Clinic Defense Training
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library
901 G Street, NW, Room A-9, Washington, DC 20001
The Washington Area Clinic Defense Task Force holds monthly trainings for new volunteers. Current escorts who might want a refresher are also welcome. Feel free to bring a friend! For more information, contact wacdtf@wacdtf.org or visit www.wacdtf.org. Information on the MLK Library is here: /www.dclibrary.org/mlk
Thursday, August 12th from 6:30-8:00pm
Privacy After Dark: Your Body, Your Business
Hank’s Tavern & Eats, 6507 America Blvd., Hyattsville, MD
Sponsored by NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland
With Congresswoman Donna Edwards and NARAL Pro-Choice America Policy Director Donna Crane. Each guest is invited to enjoy hors d’oeuvres and two complimentary drink tickets. For more information and to reserve your tickets: www.ProChoiceMD.org or contact Melissa Kleder at 301-565-4154 or Melissa @prochoicemd.org.
Wednesday, August 18th from 6:30-9:00pm
Equality Maryland office, 1201 Sharp St, 2nd floor conf. room, Baltimore, MD
Wednesday, August 25th from 6:30-9:00pm
Metropolitan Community Church of DC, 474 Ridge Street NW, Washington, DC
Elder Care: Our Community Growing Older
Sponsored by Equality Maryland and the Mautner Project
Join us for a panel lead by experts and advocates on the specific aging and health issues facing the LGBT community. For more information or to RSVP, contact Morgan at morgan@equalitymaryland.org or 410-685-6567
Thursday, August 19th from 6:30-8:30pm
MC BPW Summer Picnic and Social
Home of Bernice Grossman, 109 Beale Ave, Rockville, MDza
Sponsored by Montgomery County Business and Professional Women
$5 per person. Bring your favorite dish to share. RSVP to Julie by August 17 at 240-413-3906 or julieamartin02@yahoo.com.
Friday-Sunday, August 20-22
27th Annual Twin Oaks Women’s Gathering
Twin Oaks Community, 138 Twin Oaks Rd., Louisa, VA 23093
Join with other women celebrating themselves and their power in community. Bring your music, poetry, stories, and artwork! Sliding scale fee: $60-$160, includes camping and workshops. Register by August 1st to help us organize a great gathering. /www.womynsgathering.org/
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday, September 1st from 8:00am-4:30pm
The Power Conference: Women Doing Business
Bethesda Marriott Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, Bethesda, MD 20852
A joint event presented by the Women Business Consortium
30th Anniversary Gala. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, visit /www.atikalhosting.com/powerconference/home.html or contact naomi@workinjuryfree.com.
Thursday, September 16 from 6:30-8:30 pm
MC BPW Dinner Meeting: Scholarship Winners
Meeting place to be announced
For more information, contact Susan Horst, susanhorst@yahoo.com or 240-498-8434.
Wednesday, September 22nd from 6:30-9:00pm
Metropolitan Community Church of DC, 474 Ridge Street NW, Washington, DC
Thursday, September 23rd from 6:30-9:00pm
Equality Maryland office, 1201 Sharp St, 2nd floor conf. room, Baltimore, MD
Financial, Legal, and Medical Planning: A Primer
Sponsored by Equality Maryland and the Mautner Project
Join us for a panel lead by local attorneys on a range of issues related to planning including parenting and family issues and estate planning. There will also be time to share your questions and concerns. For more information or to RSVP, contact Morgan at morgan@equalitymaryland.org or 410-685-6567
Tuesday, September 28, 12 noon sharp to 1:30 pm
Clearinghouse on Women’s Issues program TBA
One Dupont Circle, 8th Floor, Washington, DC
For more information, contact cwi-info@womensclearinghouse.org or call 301-493-0002. Also, visit www.womensclearinghouse.org.
OCTOBER
Wednesday, October 6th from 6:30-9:00pm
Equality Maryland office, 1201 Sharp St, 2nd floor conf. room, Baltimore, MD
Thursday, October 14th from 6:30-9:00pm
Metropolitan Community Church of DC, 474 Ridge Street NW, Washington, DC
African American for Women Who Partner with Women: Health Issues
Sponsored by Equality Maryland and the Mautner Project
Join us for a panel lead by local experts and advocates on specific health issues facing African-American women who partner with women. For more information or to RSVP, contact Morgan at morgan@equalitymaryland.org or 410-685-6567.
Thursday October 14 from 6:30-8:30 pm
MC BPW Dinner Meeting: Woman of Achievement
Meeting place to be announced
For more information, contact Susan Horst, susanhorst@yahoo.com or 240-498-8434.
Friday/Saturday, October 22-23, 9:00am-5:00pm Sat
BPW/Maryland Fall Conference
Four Points by Sheraton at BWI
ALL MEMBERS INVITED! Speakers, networking, lunch included. For more information, contact Susan Horst, susanhorst@yahoo.com or 240-498-8434.
NOVEMBER
Thursday, November 18 from 6:30-8:30 pm
MC BPW Dinner Meeting and Program
Meeting place to be announced
For more information, contact Susan Horst, susanhorst@yahoo.com or 240-498-8434.
DECEMBER
Thursday, December 16 from 6:30-8:30 pm
MC BPW Holiday Social
Meeting place to be announced
For more information, contact Susan Horst, susanhorst@yahoo.com or 240-498-8434.
ONGOING
MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN COUNSELING, WORKSHOPS, and MORE!
Rockville, MD
The Commission provides advocacy for women’s rights and concerns. Check out the Commission’s website for many programs and services that help women with work and life transitions. Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfwtmpl.asp?url=/Content/CFW/Index.asp
Women’s History Walk Tours
Find maps of the tours at www.tailoredtours.com/pdf/TailoredTours_DC_WomensHistoryMaps20_21.pdf |
