We hope that you'll be able to join us as we celebrate Berkshire women who are making outstanding contributions to our community on Friday, B/. Contact Pam Knisley at pamela.knisley@gmail.com with questions or if you're interested in being a sponsor of the event. We look forward to a wonderful evening with you!

Help us celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Zonta Club of Northampton Area and honor 9 women chosen for Making A Difference in the lives of women and girls. Learn about the history of this organization which stands for women's equality and empowerment, and meet members and allies who concur that no woman should live in fear of violence.The event is FREE but an RSVP is appreciated to help us plan for light refreshments \Registration is open for the 3/9 (2-5pm) event - email Northampton@zontadistrict1.org

The public is invited to join us in celebrating these women.RSVP by March 4, 2025 at info@ZontaQV.org.5:30 Reception, 6:00 Dinner followed by the Program.Pay at the door for the buffet ($30 for table of 8; $35 individual) or pay online. Details at www.zontaqv.org/women In this spirit, the Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley proudly announces its Women Making a Difference Award dinner on March 9th at the Ludlow Country Club. As the theme of this year’s International Women's celebration is Accelerate Action, the club has chosen a keynote speaker who heads an organization fueling progress toward gender equity by funding the most promising solutions, collaborating with results-oriented partners, and by elevating the collective power of local women to take charge, and to lead with purpose; and four women leaders in the community deserving of recognition for exemplifying the ideals of Zonta and inspiring inclusion in their day-to-day work and volunteer efforts.. Keynote: Vanessa Pabón-Hernandez, recently named CEO of the Women’s Fund of Western MA, is a seasoned nonprofit leader with over 25 years devoted to community service Honorees:Tanisha Arena, Executive Director of ARISE for Social Justice – occupying the world’s messiest intersection, the space where race, gender, culture, identity, politics, and the law all collide. Attorney Elizabeth Dineen, Chief Executive Officer of the YWCA of Western Massachusetts, a life-long advocate for women and children. Dr. Grace Makari-Judson, a breast cancer specialist and top-rated oncologist, is Professor Emeritus, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School-Baystate. Elizabeth Wills-O'Gilvie, board member and interim director of Gardening the Community (GTC). is a food policy activist and produce farmer and has made it her mission to address hunger and a shortage of fresh foods in western Massachusetts.