Perry continues International Women's Day Celebration
PERRY, Iowa — The City of Perry will be hosting an International Women's Day event. Our Cinthia Naranjo sits down with the event's organizers, Perry Mayor Dirk Cavanaugh and his wife, Carol.
This year's events include four keynote speakers, including local author Saily Bah.
Local cafe is a classroom for Oskaloosa high schoolers
The event will take place at the Hotel Pattee and is set for Saturday, March 8 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Doors will open at 9:15 a.m. A light lunch will follow, and it is $10 per person.
You can learn more about the event by going to their Facebook Page.
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