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The Montgomery County Commission for Women (CFW) announced winners for the third annual Girl Power Writing Contest. All county residents were encouraged to submit a short story, poem, or drawing that addresses the following question: “If you had a super power, how would you use that power to help girls and women?” “Congratulations to the […]

Montgomery County resident and fiber artist, Anne Sanderoff-Walker helped to design and create two “Women’s History” quilts honoring 40 women for the Montgomery County Women’s History Project. The first quilt was completed in 2002, honoring 30 women of historical significance in Montgomery County. The second quilt, made in 2012, honors ten women in the county. […]

In honor of Women’s History Month, MCM is recognizing some of Montgomery County’s most notable women. Women who have driven change, fought for equality and provided representation for the many diverse parts of our community. Connie Morella served in the Maryland General Assembly from 1979 to 1986 and represented Maryland’s 8th Congressional district in the […]

In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Montgomery County Commission for Women invite residents to participate in its third annual Girl Power Contest. All county residents ages 5-105 are encouraged to submit a short story, poem, or drawing that addresses the following question: “If you had a super power, how would you use that power […]

With more than 100 entries from students and adults from across the county, the Montgomery County Commission for Women has announced winners for its first annual Girl Power Writing Contest titled, “What’s It Mean to Be a Woman in 2017?” A committee made up of selected commissioners judged the winning entries in the four categories […]

The Maryland Commission for Women (MCW) is inviting both women and men to discuss challenges women face at a public forum on April 18 in Silver Spring. MCW is continuing its listening tour across the state titled, “Voices of Maryland Women.” “We want to personally hear from Maryland women,” Yun Jung Yang, co-chair for the […]

It’s an event that organizers say attracts hundreds of people including visitors from neighboring counties and states. The Montgomery County Commission for Women will host its 37th Annual Women’s Legislative Briefing on Jan. 29 at the University at Shady Grove. “This event is an opportunity for people to learn about policy that pertains to women,” said […]

Montgomery County Council presented a proclamation to recognize January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month during their council session Tuesday. Councilmembers Tom Hucker and Craig Rice presented the proclamation to the agencies and people that combat human trafficking in the county.  

Here is your daily look at what people are talking about today, Dec. 1, in Montgomery County: 1. Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford is scheduled to give remarks at a Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington event at 8 a.m. 2. The Montgomery County Board of Education will be swearing in newly elected members tonight […]

The Montgomery County Commission for Women is hosting an interactive seminar for teens to address healthy relationships. The event entitled, “Teen Friendships and Dating: What Does a Healthy Relationship Look Like?” will be held at the Montgomery County Public Library on Oct. 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. According to a press release, the seminar will […]