Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Friendship Centre

The St. Marys Friendship Centre is hosting an International Women’s Day celebration on Monday, March 9 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. This special event invites residents to come together for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating women and their achievements.

Attendees can look forward to fun activities such as women-inspired trivia, a health-focused TED Talk on the importance of exercise as we age, as well as a presentation from bestselling author and motivational speaker, Rosita Hall. Rosita will be sharing valuable insights on resiliency and self-care, aiming to inspire all participants to master the art of self-care. The celebration is designed to foster community spirit and recognize the transforming power of women in society.

“We’re excited to welcome residents to the Friendship Centre for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating women,” says Eliza Reid, Senior Services Wellness Coordinator. “International Women’s Day is an important occasion to recognize the strength of women in our community and beyond. We hope everyone will join us for this special celebration as we acknowledge the contributions of women and encourage one another to continue building a supportive and inclusive community.”

Entry to this event is by cash donation or a non-perishable food item. Those attending are encouraged to get into the spirit and wear purple. Pre-registration is required by visiting www.townofstmarys.com/internationalwomensday2026 or calling the Friendship Centre directly at 519-284-3272.

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For media inquiries:
Lauren Thomson-Vernooy, Corporate Communications Coordinator
519-284-2340, ext. 432| lthomson@town.stmarys.on.ca