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Friday, March 5, 2010

Sacramento Press / Maria Shriver | Honoring Women's History Month

Sacramento Press / Maria Shriver | Honoring Women's History Month

California's First Lady, Maria Shriver and The Women’s Conferencepartnered with The California Museum to celebrate National Women’s History Month with an extraordinary all-day free event – Day at The Museum yesterday in Sacramento.
Over 10,000 people came through the doors after it kicked off with A Breakfast Meet-and- Greet with Women Elected Officials, the day was packed with information and activity;
A tour of the State Archives, Office of the Secretary of State, Minerva Award Exhibit and Minerva Quilt Project Recognition, “If I Can Do It, So Can You,” panel on the rewards of being a compassionate citizen hero, Chef demonstrations and book signings, “Only in California: A Celebration of California Creativity”,  Honoring Our Women in the Military and “I Did It My Way,” a Once in a Lifetime Conversation with  Astronaut and educatorDr. Sally K. Ride,  Environmental activist Erin Brockovich award-winning journalisLisa Ling and award-winning actress, singer and entertainerRita Moreno