Celebrating Women of Character Event in Decatur to Be Held on International Women’s Day
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Decatur Parks & Recreation and Decatur Morgan County Tourism, is proud to host Celebrating Women of Character on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in recognition of International Women’s Day. This event will highlight the remarkable contributions women make to our community through enriching workshops, inspirational talks and meaningful connections.
The event will take place at Ingalls Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature a keynote address from Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones, a nationally celebrated poet, educator and advocate for the arts. This event is free and open to the public.
The celebration continues into the evening with an after-party at Turner Surles from 6 to 9 p.m., where three outstanding women will be recognized with the Distinguished Women of Morgan County Awards:
- Lelia Seton Edmundson Award – Celebrating Trailblazers
- Carolyn Cortner Smith Award – Honoring Creativity
- Eva Sterrs Award – Recognizing Endurance
Do you know a woman in Morgan County who embodies these qualities? We are now accepting nominations through February 14, 2025. Community members can submit nominations for one or more of these awards by clicking here.
Tickets for the after-party are $20, with all proceeds benefiting SEVEDA, a domestic violence organization. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here. Read more about the event in The Decatur Daily by clicking here.