The Women”™s Center annual dinner, An Evening Together, will be held Friday, June 18 at 6 p.m. at the Amber Room Colonnade in Danbury. There will be socially distanced indoor and outdoor seating and a virtual option for those who would prefer it.
Ridgefield resident, businessperson and restauranteur Raffaele Gallo will be the recipient of this year”™s Founders Award for his philanthropic support of the Women”™s Center and the entire Ridgefield community. Elaine Cox of Ridgefield, Women”™s Center board member, explained why: “One of the many delights of dining at Gallo is being greeted by that large warm smile and hearing, ”˜Bueno Sera”™ as you see Raffaele at the door. There is not an organization in the Ridgefield area that has not benefitted from Raffaele”™s help in some way”¦.During the pandemic, Raffaele and his staff continued to cook for the masses and deliver to those who could not pick up. Raffaele is not only a fantastic restaurateur, but a warm-hearted neighbor and caring friend to all”¦.”
Glori Norwitt of Ridgefield, current secretary of the board, will also be celebrated for her eight years of service as chair of the Board of Directors of the Women”™s Center. Current Chair Eric Eggan of Newtown, said “Glori Norwitt is an inspiration”¦.Her devotion to our mission and her support of our programs have been central to the growth and success of the organization”¦.”
During the pandemic, the Women”™s Center continued to serve more than 25,000 individuals annually and all services continued to be provided 24 hours a day/seven days a week/365 days a year, at no charge.
The Women”™s Center is a nonprofit organization with a vision to end violence against women, men and children and to foster equality and empowerment for all.
To purchase tickets, sponsorships or ads, visit: wcogd.org or contact Linda Cummins, special events manager, at 203-731-5200, ext. 232 or linda.c@wcogd.org.
