LISTOWEL – The North Perth Women of Distinction subcommittee wants to celebrate local women in leadership at an event set for Nov. 4. The North Perth Women of Distinction awards offer an opportunity to honour women who have displayed leadership in the community.
“We have so many women who make contributions either through their work or through volunteerism. It’s time to ensure that we recognize them,” said Lee Anne Andriessen, chair of United Way Perth-Huron’s North Perth Community Committee. “It could be a professional, a businessperson or a volunteer.”
“The main thing is this person has made a difference here in North Perth.”
The “Blue Jeans & Bling” event happens Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall starting at 7 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress up and get ready to dance to music from the band, Upside of Maybe. Tickets are $55 with a charitable receipt for $20. Age of majority is required.
“It’s going to be a fun evening. Besides the awards, we have a couple of dancing demonstrations lined up, a silent auction, line-dancing instruction and desserts and snacks,” added Andriessen. “All proceeds will stay in North Perth to support our most vulnerable, so it’s a chance to not only have fun, but also make a difference in our community.”
Nominations for the Women of Distinction awards close on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at midnight. For nomination forms, and to buy tickets, visit perthhuron.unitedway.ca.
