NORTH ANDOVER — Join the North Andover Historical Society (NAHS) in celebration of Women’s History Month.
Events include films, speakers and more, highlighting women in their historic successes, challenges and endeavors.
All events are held at the NAHS Stevens Center, located at 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover. Registration is required. Visit NorthAndoverHistoricalSociety.org to register. Programs cost $5 for NAHS members, and $15 for non-members, unless otherwise indicated.
She’s the boss with Debra Michals
“The Rise of Women’s Entrepreneurship Since World War 2”
Tuesday, March 3, 6:30 p.m.
Join Debra Michals, chair and Associate Professor of Humanities at Merrimack College for a look at the role and power of women on the job during WWII. Prior to her career as a historian, she worked as a journalist publishing articles in BusinessWeek, Women’s Wear Daily, Ms., Working Woman, the Smith Alumnae Quarterly, and the New York Daily News.
Becoming Civically Engaged with Rep. Adrianne Ramos
Tuesday, March 10, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Join state Rep. Adrianne Ramos as she speaks on what led her to run for office and how you can become more civically involved to support your community.
An Evening with Rep. Tram Nguyen
Tuesday, March 17, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Join state Rep. Tram Nguyen of the 18th Essex District for a conversation on women’s leadership, advocacy, and public service. Tracing her path from refugee to State Representative and candidate for Congress, this discussion will highlight the resilience, advocacy, and collective action needed to continue advancing progress for women and future generations. This program is organized by the Harvard Club of the Merrimack Valley.
Film: Lilly (2024, PG-13)
Tuesday, March 24, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lilly is a 2024 American drama film produced and directed by Rachel Feldman and written by Feldman and Adam Prince. It stars Patricia Clarkson as Lilly Ledbetter and her battles in the court case Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. John Benjamin Hickey and Thomas Sadoski also star. This screening is supported by a grant from the North Andover Cultural Council.
Film: Show Her the Money (2023, PG)
Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Show Her the Money follows four founders as they endure uphill battles to turn their ideas into reality. This documentary about business demystifies venture capital and shows the inequality of funding between men and women. This screening is supported by a grant from the North Andover Cultural Council.