International Women’s Day is observed on March 8 after a massive protest in Russia on Feb. 23, 1917, that led to the country’s eventual withdrawal from the war.

International Women's Day is observed on March 8 after a massive protest in Russia on Feb. 23, 1917, that led to the country's eventual withdrawal from the war.

Bussey said he has been attending the Earth Day peace sign gathering on the beach for as far back as he can remember. “The founder of this event, Diana Ashton, it was her idea. And she started it.