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U.S. women suffragists demonstrating
for the right to vote in February 1913.
The pennants read "VOTES FOR WOMEN." |
Women gained the vote in California on October 10, 1911, nine years before the United States as a whole. The
San Leandro Public Library is commemorating the 100th anniversary with a program that honors the women who fought many years and endured terrible prejudice for the right to vote. (Maybe your grandmother or great-grandmother was involved in the suffrage movement.) The program includes a living history portrayal by the
San Leandro Players of those fighting for the right to vote and their fierce opponents. Then vocalist Rebecca Sulek and pianist Tania Johnson will perform a sing-along of suffrage marching songs. Next will be a screening of the film documentary
One Woman, One Vote (film length is 106 minutes). A "meet and greet" reception with cookies and tea will follow the program.
The program will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2011, from 1:00—4:00 p.m.
San Leandro Public Library
Lecture Hall
300 Estudillo Avenue
San Leandro, CA
(510) 577-3971
