Manatee FAWL

09/04/2026

It’s Friday, and we’re making space to celebrate the wins — big, small, professional, or personal. 💛⚖️

Maybe you had a great result for a client. Maybe you finally crossed something off your never-ending to-do list. Maybe you made a new connection, learned something new, or simply made it through a very busy week.

What’s one thing you’re proud of this week? 👇

Drop it in the comments so your fellow MFAWL members can celebrate with you! ✨

Because building community also means cheering each other on.

09/04/2026

Congratulations to our friends at Sarasota FAWL on the installation of their 2026–2027 Board! 💙💛

We’re especially proud to see Manatee FAWL Vice President, Judge Jacqueline Steele, helping welcome their new leadership by administering the oath of office. ⚖️✨

One of the things we love most about FAWL is the community that extends beyond our individual chapters. When women lawyers and judges across our region show up for one another, we strengthen the profession as a whole.

Congratulations to Sarasota FAWL’s new board—we’re looking forward to another year of friendship, collaboration, and supporting women in law across the Suncoast! 💛

09/02/2026

***Correction!! The Galentine's Tea is Sunday February 21, 2027 not Saturday the 27th (this is what happens when you don't wear your glasses 🤓)

Happy "FAWL" y'all! We are so excited to present our event calendar for 2026-2027! Don't fret - we will be sending out and posting more details as we get closer to each event.

Don't want to miss out on the fun? Join today! https://fawl.org/general/register_member_type.asp?

09/02/2026

Our first MFAWL Out & About lunch is in the books! 💙⚖️🥗

On August 21, we had a “soft launch” of something new we’re bringing to MFAWL this year: monthly lunches! We loved the turnout and, even more, getting the chance to connect outside of meetings, courtrooms, and offices.

Going forward, we’ll be giving everyone more notice so more of our members can join us. Keep an eye on our page and your inbox for details about the next MFAWL Out & About! 👀

And we need your help planning where we go next: Is there a Manatee County restaurant you’ve been wanting to try? Drop your recommendations in the comments! 👇🍽️

Good food. Great company. Building community beyond the courtroom. 💛

08/22/2026

✨ Big things are coming from Manatee FAWL! ✨

Our 2026–2027 Board recently got together for a little food, a lot of brainstorming, and some serious planning for the year ahead. 💙⚖️

We have some really fun things in the works—opportunities to connect, grow professionally, support our community, and, of course, spend time together outside of the courtroom. We can't wait to start sharing everything we've been working on!

📩 Members, keep an eye on your inbox! An email with upcoming dates and details will be heading your way soon.

And if you've been thinking about joining Manatee FAWL, it's not too late! We'd love to have you be part of the community we're continuing to build this year.

Here’s to an exciting 2026–2027! 🥂💙

08/10/2026

☀️ Happy Monday, Manatee FAWL!

A new week means new opportunities to learn, lead, advocate, and support one another.

Whether you're heading into court, preparing for a hearing, meeting with clients, or simply tackling your to-do list, we hope you begin this week with confidence, purpose, and a little grace for yourself along the way.

Remember:
✨ Progress is worth celebrating.
✨ Community makes us stronger.
✨ Every small step forward matters.

Here's to a productive week filled with meaningful work, professional growth, and moments that remind you why you chose this profession.

Wishing our Manatee FAWL members and friends a wonderful week ahead! 💙

💬 What's one goal you're hoping to accomplish this week?

08/08/2026

Happy Saturday, Manatee FAWL! ☀️💙

Weekends are a reminder to slow down, recharge, and celebrate how far you've come. Whether you're catching up on a good book, spending time with loved ones, preparing for the week ahead, or simply taking a well-deserved break, we hope today brings you a little joy.

As women in the legal profession, we know how important it is to support one another—not just in the courtroom or the office, but in life. Here's to finding balance, celebrating every victory (big and small), and lifting each other up along the way.
Wishing our entire Manatee FAWL community a relaxing, safe, and wonderful weekend. We can't wait to see you at our upcoming events!

💙 What are you doing to recharge this weekend? Tell us in the comments!

08/06/2026

✈️📖 Ready to collect your first stamp?

The new FAWL Passport Program is a fun way to connect with women lawyers across Florida! Attend qualifying FAWL events hosted by other chapters or statewide FAWL events, earn passport stamps, and expand your professional network along the way.

As part of the FAWL family, Manatee FAWL encourages our members to take advantage of this exciting opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas, and experience the incredible community of women lawyers throughout the state.

🌟 Have you attended another FAWL chapter's event before? Tell us where in the comments!

We can't wait to see where your FAWL journey takes you. Happy travels! 💙⚖️

🌟Don’t forget to participate in FAWL’s new PASSPORT Program and take advantage of this exciting initiative! Earn a passport stamp each time you attend a qualifying FAWL event hosted by a chapter other than your own or a statewide FAWL event. We can’t wait to see all the stamps you collect while connecting across chapters and engaging with the amazing women of FAWL statewide!

08/01/2026

📚🍎 Back-to-school season is here! ✏️💙

A new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and dream bigger.
To our members heading back to the classroom—whether you're pursuing a degree, earning CLE credits, or taking the next step in your career—we're cheering you on every step of the way.

To the parents, caregivers, teachers, and mentors in our Manatee FAWL community: thank you for the countless ways you encourage and inspire the next generation.

Here's to fresh starts, new goals, and a successful school year ahead!

💛 We'd love to hear from you! Share in the comments:
📚 Are you, your children, or someone you love heading back to school this year?
🎓 What are you looking forward to most?

Wishing everyone a safe, successful, and inspiring school year!