CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
(see articles below or newsletter for more information)
Past newsletters are here
(see articles below or newsletter for more information)
Past newsletters are here
(See articles below for more information.)
AAUW Events
AAUW Events
- Sunday, Dec. 8 - Holiday Luncheon, 12:00 - 2:30 pm, Petaluma Arts Center, 230 Lakeville St., Petaluma
- Sunday, January 19, Panel Discussion on Fentanyl Crisis, 2-5 pm, Petaluma Community Center
AAUW Safe Meeting Guidelines
Follow all state and local guidance. It is expected that anyone who is not fully vaccinated will wear a mask and maintain physical distance at all times. Stay home if you are feeling sick. Bring a mask, so you are prepared if masking is requested.
Follow all state and local guidance. It is expected that anyone who is not fully vaccinated will wear a mask and maintain physical distance at all times. Stay home if you are feeling sick. Bring a mask, so you are prepared if masking is requested.
AAUW CA POST-ELECTION ZOOM MEETING ON DEC. 4, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
You are invited to a Zoom meeting AAUW Priorities in Light of the Election Results featuring Meghan Kissell, AAUW Senior Director of Policy and Member Advocacy.
The talk will focus on social justice priority issues and other priorities that go with or hinge on social justice.
The meeting is hosted by AAUW Silicon Valley and will be held on December 4, 2024, 4:00-5:00pm Pacific. You can register HERE.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting AAUW Priorities in Light of the Election Results featuring Meghan Kissell, AAUW Senior Director of Policy and Member Advocacy.
The talk will focus on social justice priority issues and other priorities that go with or hinge on social justice.
The meeting is hosted by AAUW Silicon Valley and will be held on December 4, 2024, 4:00-5:00pm Pacific. You can register HERE.
DECEMBER PROGRAM
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
“The Love of Art”
Date: December 8, 2024, 12 - 2:30pm
Location: Petaluma Arts Center,
230 Lakeville St., Petaluma www.petalumaartscenter.org.
Please bring an unwrapped toy if you wish to donate.
“The Love of Art”
Date: December 8, 2024, 12 - 2:30pm
Location: Petaluma Arts Center,
230 Lakeville St., Petaluma www.petalumaartscenter.org.
Please bring an unwrapped toy if you wish to donate.
JANUARY PROGRAM
Save the Date!
January 19th from 2-5 is our program, “Empowering Women: Strategies to Combat the Fentanyl Crisis” at the Petaluma Community Center. Speakers are being recruited, and.
we have two organizations co-sponsoring - the Petaluma Library and the Deviled Eggery.
Co-VP Program, Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent
Save the Date!
January 19th from 2-5 is our program, “Empowering Women: Strategies to Combat the Fentanyl Crisis” at the Petaluma Community Center. Speakers are being recruited, and.
we have two organizations co-sponsoring - the Petaluma Library and the Deviled Eggery.
Co-VP Program, Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent
MAKE IT! AND GARDEN SECTIONS (and everyone interested)
We have rescheduled our Wreathmaking due to rain. We are meeting on Thursday, December 5 at 1pm to make a wreath or other fall decoration.
Where: Unity Demonstration Garden at Bounty Farm, 55 Shasta Ave., Petaluma (just east of the Boulevard Cafe)
We will send out a suggested list of supplies when you RSVP. Most everything is available at Michael's or the Dollar store. RSVP to Patricia at [email protected]
Lots of great YouTube videos if you want to get a head start. Here are some ideas.
Patricia Souza
We have rescheduled our Wreathmaking due to rain. We are meeting on Thursday, December 5 at 1pm to make a wreath or other fall decoration.
Where: Unity Demonstration Garden at Bounty Farm, 55 Shasta Ave., Petaluma (just east of the Boulevard Cafe)
We will send out a suggested list of supplies when you RSVP. Most everything is available at Michael's or the Dollar store. RSVP to Patricia at [email protected]
Lots of great YouTube videos if you want to get a head start. Here are some ideas.
Patricia Souza
AAUW FUNDS
3rd Annual AAUW Petaluma Film Festival!
Save the date, Saturday, March 29, 2025, for the next Film Festival. More details coming soon, but you won't want to miss this, so good to get it on your calendar. The festival will be at the SRJC Carol L. Ellis Auditorium again, and we are looking forward to bringing a great set of films to Petaluma during Women's History month.
Funds & Program VPs
3rd Annual AAUW Petaluma Film Festival!
Save the date, Saturday, March 29, 2025, for the next Film Festival. More details coming soon, but you won't want to miss this, so good to get it on your calendar. The festival will be at the SRJC Carol L. Ellis Auditorium again, and we are looking forward to bringing a great set of films to Petaluma during Women's History month.
Funds & Program VPs
AAUW on YouTube
Did you know that you can access webinars presented by AAUW CA on YouTube?
Just go HERE and click on “Subscribe.”
You can drop in to hear 35 AAUW Fellows give quick descriptions of their post-graduate work, learn how to use Instagram, catch up on AAUW positions, and more.
Did you know that you can access webinars presented by AAUW CA on YouTube?
Just go HERE and click on “Subscribe.”
You can drop in to hear 35 AAUW Fellows give quick descriptions of their post-graduate work, learn how to use Instagram, catch up on AAUW positions, and more.
Blue Zones AAUW Purpose Workshop a Success
The AAUW Purpose Workshop was a success! The workshop featured well-researched content, engaging small group interactions, and provided printed resource materials. The presenters were noted for their attentive listening, which allowed them to effectively motivate members to explore their passions and purpose. Overall, the 20 attendees responded positively to the experience, and the workshop fostered meaningful engagement and inspiration.
Co-VP Program, Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent
The AAUW Purpose Workshop was a success! The workshop featured well-researched content, engaging small group interactions, and provided printed resource materials. The presenters were noted for their attentive listening, which allowed them to effectively motivate members to explore their passions and purpose. Overall, the 20 attendees responded positively to the experience, and the workshop fostered meaningful engagement and inspiration.
Co-VP Program, Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent
New Member Events -- All Members Welcome!
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
This month we'll be meeting on the third Thursday because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Time 10-11:30, at River Front Cafe, 224 B St.
HAPPY HOUR
Every 3rd Wednesday at a local spot from 4:00-5:30.
We'd love to see you there!
This month it will be Nov. 20 at La Dolce Vita Wine Lounge, 151 Petaluma Blvd. S. (in Theater Square)
Jan Everidge, New Member Section Leader
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
This month we'll be meeting on the third Thursday because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Time 10-11:30, at River Front Cafe, 224 B St.
HAPPY HOUR
Every 3rd Wednesday at a local spot from 4:00-5:30.
We'd love to see you there!
This month it will be Nov. 20 at La Dolce Vita Wine Lounge, 151 Petaluma Blvd. S. (in Theater Square)
Jan Everidge, New Member Section Leader
FINANCIAL REPORT
As of October 31, the checking account balance was $2,543.69 and the savings account was unchanged at $5,618.68.
Corey Benjamin, Finance VP
As of October 31, the checking account balance was $2,543.69 and the savings account was unchanged at $5,618.68.
Corey Benjamin, Finance VP
PUBLIC POLICY
Message from National AAUW
Post-Election: Keep Doing the Work
In the many messages circulating following the election, after telling us to take good care of ourselves, the common conclusion is that we must keep doing the work we’ve been doing.
Any of these links will make your voice heard immediately. Please use them.
Message from National AAUW
Post-Election: Keep Doing the Work
In the many messages circulating following the election, after telling us to take good care of ourselves, the common conclusion is that we must keep doing the work we’ve been doing.
Any of these links will make your voice heard immediately. Please use them.
- You can support legislation by joining the AAUW Two-Minute Activist.
- The Equal Rights Action Team has a slightly wider scope than AAUW. Contacts are tabulated by our elected officials and used to strengthen their positions advocating for women.
- Tell Biden: Affirm the Equal Rights Amendment
- Here are FOUR federal bills that will help advance wage and workplace equality for women. Click HERE to send a pre-drafted email with just a few clicks:
- Paycheck Fairness Act
- Healthy Families Act
- FAMILY Act
- BE HEARD Act
Mission Statement
AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls, through research, education, and advocacy.
Diversity Statement
In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks an inclusive membership, workforce, leadership team and board of directors.
There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, geographical location, national origin, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status.
Economic Security – Pay Equity
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Petaluma Branch
American Association of University Women
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AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls, through research, education, and advocacy.
Diversity Statement
In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks an inclusive membership, workforce, leadership team and board of directors.
There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, geographical location, national origin, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status.
Economic Security – Pay Equity
AAUW offers free on-line salary negotiation training. Sign up for Work Smart
Copyright © 2003
Petaluma Branch
American Association of University Women
Web Design by Ray Hendess