| Office of Public Relations WHO: Girl Scout Council of the Congaree Area, Inc. WHAT: 12th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon WHEN: Wednesday, March 9, 2005 11:30 AM-Registration & Networking; 12 Noon-Luncheon Begins WHERE: Seawell’s 1125 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC, 29201 Five Columbia-area women will be honored by the Girl Scouts next month for their community and professional accomplishments at the 12th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon. For twelve years, the Congaree Council has acknowledged more than 50 women for their exemplary accomplishments in community service, professional achievement and of course – their ability to positively influence the lives of girls and young women. This year, the Congaree Council is pleased to salute the following five local women:
Dr. Linda Rochelle Lane, Benedict College History Professor
Suzan D. Boyd, Executive Director of the South Carolina Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Anne M. Sinclair, Mayor Pro Tempore, Columbia City Council
Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Executive Director, South Carolina HIV/AIDS Council
Dr. Caroline Whitson, President of Columbia College
Tickets for the luncheon are $35 each, and corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities are currently available. Proceeds will support local Girl Scouts programs and initiatives. For ticket information about the Luncheon or to find out how you can become a Girl Scout or volunteer, call (803) 782-5133 or visit www.congaree.org. |
