It's Women's History Month. Since 1987, Women's History Month has been observed during March in the United States. This year's theme is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. History of Women's History Month The actual celebration of Women’s History Month grew out … [Read more...]
Train Women
March is Women’s History Month, and International Women's Day of 2021 is March 8th. As you know, I am a steam-railroad fan. I love riding on trains. What better way than having an All-female steam crew to help Strasburg Rail Road mark International Women’s Day. On the Strasburg (Pennsylvania) … [Read more...]
Wisconsin and the 19th Amendment
Two of my favorite subjects are woman's suffrage and dolls, so it is fitting today on the centennial celebration of Wisconsin's ratification of the 19th Amendment to the federal Constitution, American Girl Doll's has created a doll just to commemorate the celebration. It can be seen this afternoon … [Read more...]
Women’s History Month 2019 – Aroline Schmitt
March is Women's History Month. Women have been celebrated nationally since 1981 when Congress passed a law creating “Women’s History Week.” That week was celebrated in March annually until 1987 when Congress began passing “Women’s History Month.” And then finally in 1995, Presidents Clinton, Bush … [Read more...]
American Business Women’s Day – Sep 22
Since I've had time to spend researching information available through the Internet, I've had the opportunity to learn more about many things which have always interested me, but had little time to pursue. One in particular is women's professional growth -- a subject near and dear to my heart! I … [Read more...]
Lorrie Otto 99 Years
I noted on my calendar Lorrie Otto would have been 99 years old on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Although she is gone, I think of her almost daily as I wonder through or look over my yard. If she hadn't been so feisty, I would never have had the opportunity to enjoy the environment we do. … [Read more...]