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“For what is done or learned by one class of women becomes, by virtue of their common womanhood, the property of all women.”— Elizabeth Blackwell
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The origin of Women’s History Month dates back to 1978 when Women’s History Week was celebrated in Sonoma California. Three years later, in 1981 congress passed a resolution officially proclaiming the week of March 8th as Women’s History Week, finally a few years later in 1987, the resolution was expanded to create a month long celebration of women who have made history. The celebration continues more than 25 years later.
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In honor of women’s history month this year, we are celebrating the women that will bring us the High Falls Film Festival next month. This year the festival returns to its original theme featuring the cinematic achievements of women. We caught up with three of the women who have the monumental task of bring the festival together — Mary Howard, Kate Dobbertin Bernola and Kathy Goll. Read all about the festival on page [22]. Rochester has been home to a number of famous actors through the years, probably none more famous than the beautiful Louise Brooks. Affectionately known as Lulu to her friends, Brooks became a sensation in the roaring twenties, even joining the famed Ziegfeld Follies. Read her remarkable story on page [14]. Who doesn’t love cookies? And what could be better than supporting a great cause while you enjoy the tasty treats? On page [18] we profile The Darn Good Cookie Company. This incredible bakery on Monroe Avenue features a wonderful selection of cookies and all of the proceeds go to benefit East House. The next time your sweet tooth gets the better of you this might be the place to go! Small “mom and pop” grocery stores are pretty much a thing of the past, but not in Fariport. The Red Bird Market is owned by Julie Stolze and features local products and friendly, personal service. Where else can you go to a market and have the owner great you at the door by name? Read about the local gem on page [48]. Spring is here everyone! The days are getting longer and the temperatures are going up. Remember to take Rochester Woman Magazine with you as you head out to enjoy the beautiful days ahead. We will be hosting and attending many events in the coming months, make sure to go to our Facebook page to stay find out all about them.
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On our cover are the women bringing the High Falls Film Festival to life: (from left to right) Kathy Goll - Festival Manager, Kate Dobbertin Bernola Director of Programming, Mary Howard - Executive Director. Photos were taken on location at the Little Theater by ROCImage.com, with hair provided by David Gerard, and makeup by Maria Rivaldo.
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