The Ohio Valley Business and Professional Women’s Club held its annual Wine and Shoe Extravaganza at St. Florian Hall in Wintersville, Jefferson County. This event is a fundraiser for local scholarships, with three scholarships awarded each year to support the cost of education. The scholarships are available to Ohio Valley seniors pursuing education at a college or trade school, as well as to women returning to school after leaving the workforce.
Amelia Taggart, a member of OVBPW, explained that the scholarships aim to support women who may have taken a break from education or have decided to pursue a new career path. The organization is committed to helping these women achieve their educational goals by providing financial assistance.
Attendees at the event had the opportunity to vote for their favorite shoes, celebrity servers, and Woman of the Year. The 2024 Woman of the Year was Judge Michelle Miller, who expressed her gratitude for being nominated by a women’s organization. She acknowledged the honor of being recognized among such successful and inspiring women.
The event celebrated the accomplishments of women in the community and raised funds to support the educational aspirations of local students and professionals.
During the event, guests were able to sample different wines while also enjoying some delicious food. They were also able to participate in various activities such as shoe voting and voting for their favorite celebrity server. In addition, attendees were able to learn more about how they can contribute towards supporting local scholarships through OVBPW’s fundraising efforts.
Overall, the Wine and Shoe Extravaganza was a fun-filled evening that not only raised money for important causes but also celebrated womanhood and empowered women in achieving their goals through education.