Women's Giving Circle of Howard County eNews
A monthly overview of WGC news and information
October 2009
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Be Informed!
Through the WGC's Response Network we are efficiently and effectively responding to the urgent needs of women in Howard County...
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In early October, Grassroots contacted the WGC seeking $1,000 for a 31 year old widowed mother with a 10 year old son through out Response Network. As a result of illness, this woman missed a lot of work and became behind on her rent. Facing eviction, she turned to Grassroots who felt confident that with some temporary assistance this mother would be able to get back on her feet again. In less than 5 hours of the Reponse Network's request for assistance WGC donors generously contributed the $1,000 needed! That is the power of women pooling their resources!
Learn more about the WGC Response Network.
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Be Engaged!
Participate in our popular discussion series, Mean Girls...
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Giving the tremendous success of prior workshops, the Horizon Council and the WGC are once again hosting a mother-daughter workshop, "Mean Girls: Queen Bees, Gamma Girls and Surviving the Female Hierarchy," The workshops will be held on Wednesday, November 4th at East Columbia Branch Library and Monday, November 16th at Miller Branch Library.
The workshops give mothers and daughters the opportunity to discuss the social and peer pressures on girls. This is a great opportunity to open the lines of communication between mother and daughter.
Registration is required. Register online or call 410-313-7700.
Enjoy other WGC events!
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Be Involved!
Support the WGC while shopping! Another unique fundraising opportunity...
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On Tuesday, November 10, 9am-10pm, join us for Lord & Taylor's Columbia Benefit Bash! 
Shop while supporting your community! Lord & Taylor will be hosting a Benefit Bash - an exclusive day filled with special savings - at the Columbia Mall location.
The WGC is one of several non-profit groups participating in the sale of $5 admission tickets to the Benefit Bash. The WGC retains all of the proceeds from our ticket sales while purchasers can receive up to 20% off their purchases and other discount opportunities.
Click here for more information and ticket purchasing.
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In late August, Journey Camp participants hosted a Tea and Awards event at Howard Community College. The Journey Girls awarded local women of achievement with handmade awards and thoughtful dedication speeches. Thank you to Maryland Leadership Workshop, Journey Camp Director, Robin Black and the WGC Journey liaisons for making this another valuable summer for young Howard County girls!
Ready to participate in your first triathlon? Looking to put together a relay team? 
