The Sarasota branch of the National League of American Pen Women recently awarded scholarships totaling $17,000 to 11 high school seniors for their talents in writing, visual arts, and music.

PEN WOMEN HONOREES: The National League of American Pen Women will present its annual celebrity luncheon on Feb. 7, 11 a.m., at the First Congregational Church, Hamilton and Leigh avenues in San Jose.