A Ritual of Remembrance, A Celebration of Impact
On a day woven with legacy and light, President Leslie Ryan and Immediate Past President Beverly Hendrickson stood as ceremonial stewards of history, accepting the official Proclamation and 100-Year Certificate on behalf of the Punta Gorda Woman’s Club.
With grace befitting the occasion, Leslie and Beverly received the honor not merely as club leaders, but as torchbearers of a century-long commitment of service, empowerment, and civic devotion. Their presence at the proclamation ceremony symbolized the continuum of leadership—from the visionary women who founded the club in 1925 to the vibrant members who carry its mission forward today.
As the proclamation was read aloud, affirming September 17, 2025 as the club’s centennial milestone, Leslie and Beverly accepted the certificate with heartfelt reverence. Their expressions reflected the depth of commitment, the joy of legacy, and the quiet power of women united in purpose.
As Leslie and Beverly received the centennial proclamation, their hands became vessels of continuity—bridging the club’s storied past with its unfolding future. The certificate, rich with historical weight, was more than parchment; it was a symbolic heirloom, affirming the Punta Gorda Woman’s Club as a living archive of civic grace and feminine resolve. In their shared presence, one could sense the rhythm of legacy—each gesture echoing the care, creativity, and commitment that have defined the club’s century-long journey. This was not a conclusion, but a consecration: a quiet vow to tend the next hundred years with the same devotion that shaped the first.
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A Century of Commitment
Honoring the Women of the Punta Gorda Woman's Club
As we prepare to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the GFWC Punta Gorda Woman’s Club, we pause to honor the women whose hands, hearts, and voices have shaped this sanctuary of civic grace. From the founding members in 1925 to today’s vibrant stewards, each woman has carried the torch of service with dignity, creativity, and unwavering care.
The Charlotte County Proclamation Certificate is more than a document—it is a mirror reflecting generations of women who:
- Built libraries, planted gardens, and nurtured scholarships
- Rallied for civic causes, and preserved historic spaces
- Wove friendship, leadership, and laughter into every meeting and milestone
Their legacy is not just written in minutes or bylaws—it blooms in every child who reads, every neighbor who feels seen, and every corner of Punta Gorda touched by their generosity.
📜 “September 17th, 2025, is hereby proclaimed as the 100th Anniversary of the Punta Gorda Woman’s Club.” — Charlotte County Commissioners
To every member past and present: this proclamation is yours. A tribute to your time, your tenderness, and your tenacity. May the yellow hibiscus with its radiant throat remind us that beauty and strength often bloom together—and that your legacy will continue to blossom for generations to come.
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