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Join us Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. 

Held at Jack Stroup Civic Center, 355 W. Center Ave., Sebring 

“More Than Orange Blossoms: Feisty, Fabulous Females of Florida” 

Though not always in the history books, come discover and rediscover stories of historic women who helped build, grow, form, shape, and develop the state and inspired hope and possibility. This presentation highlights stories of strong, courageous women like Julia Tuttle, known as the mother of Miami, or Mary Mcleoud Bethune, daughter of enslaved parents who went on to become an advisor to several US Presidents, and other brave women who influenced and impacted their communities, Florida, and the nation 

Programs are FREE (donations accepted) and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. to enjoy light refreshments. 

Watch for details for February and March presentations as dates and speakers are confirmed. *Florida Talks funding provided by Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. 

Learn more at www.FloridaHumanities.org.