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 Petaluma Events
- January 15, New Member HAPPY HOUR - All Members Welcome! 4-5:30 pm, Crooked Goat Brewery, 108 Howard St
- January 19, Sunday - Panel Discussion on Fentanyl Crisis, 2-5 pm, Petaluma Community Center
- February 1, Deadline for nominations for Named Gift Honoree
- Tuesday, April 8 - AAUW Lobby Day (virtual)
- Wednesday, April 9 - AAUW Lobby Day in Sacramento
- Saturday, March 29 - 3rd Annual AAUW Petaluma Film Festival!
- Saturday, January 18 - Women's March
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.
JANUARY PROGRAM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
EMPOWERING WOMEN AND FAMILIES:
STRATEGIES TO COMBAT THE FENTANYL CRISIS
Sunday, January 19, 2-4 pm
Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell
STRATEGIES TO COMBAT THE FENTANYL CRISIS
Sunday, January 19, 2-4 pm
Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell
Please join us at the Petaluma Community Center on January 19th at 2:00 for our January program, “Empowering Women and Families: Strategies to Combat the Fentanyl Crisis.”
Our sincere thanks go to Diana Spaulding at the Petaluma Regional Library, who is co-sponsoring this event, along with the Deviled Eggery.
Our speakers include Shannon Garay and Micah Sawyer, parents who both lost children to Fentanyl poisoning. We also welcome Deputy Police Chief Nick McGowan, of the Petaluma Police Department, and our own AAUW member, Elece Hempel, from Petaluma People Center, and the Safe Team, to enlighten us to the perils of Fentanyl and other drugs.
Charlene Nugent and Joanne Rooney, Program Co-VPs
Our sincere thanks go to Diana Spaulding at the Petaluma Regional Library, who is co-sponsoring this event, along with the Deviled Eggery.
Our speakers include Shannon Garay and Micah Sawyer, parents who both lost children to Fentanyl poisoning. We also welcome Deputy Police Chief Nick McGowan, of the Petaluma Police Department, and our own AAUW member, Elece Hempel, from Petaluma People Center, and the Safe Team, to enlighten us to the perils of Fentanyl and other drugs.
Charlene Nugent and Joanne Rooney, Program Co-VPs
FUNDS COMMITTEE
Named Gift Honoree Nominations Due February 1, 2025
Now is the time to nominate a deserving AAUW Petaluma member to be our Named Gift Honoree for 2024-2025. This award honors an individual or individuals who have given outstanding service to our branch.
Nominations should be made in writing and submitted to Funds VPs. Your nomination letter should include examples of the individual's contributions to the branch and must be signed by at least one current member. Any outstanding community service and professional activities should also be listed but are secondary in importance in the selection process. Nominating a past honoree is permissible when appropriate.
Letters must be received by February 1, 2025. The Funds Committee will form a small committee including a past Branch President and a past Petaluma Named Gift Honoree to select our honoree and submit her name to AAUW California by March 1, 2025.
Please send written nominations to Marlene Abel, [email protected], and Rory Keller, [email protected].
Rory Keller and Marlene Abel, Fund VPs
Named Gift Honoree Nominations Due February 1, 2025
Now is the time to nominate a deserving AAUW Petaluma member to be our Named Gift Honoree for 2024-2025. This award honors an individual or individuals who have given outstanding service to our branch.
Nominations should be made in writing and submitted to Funds VPs. Your nomination letter should include examples of the individual's contributions to the branch and must be signed by at least one current member. Any outstanding community service and professional activities should also be listed but are secondary in importance in the selection process. Nominating a past honoree is permissible when appropriate.
Letters must be received by February 1, 2025. The Funds Committee will form a small committee including a past Branch President and a past Petaluma Named Gift Honoree to select our honoree and submit her name to AAUW California by March 1, 2025.
Please send written nominations to Marlene Abel, [email protected], and Rory Keller, [email protected].
Rory Keller and Marlene Abel, Fund 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 Marlene Abel and Rory Keller
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 Marlene Abel and Rory Keller
New Member Events -- All Members Welcome!
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 Jan 15 at the Crooked Goat Brewery, 108 Howard St
Jan Everidge, New Member Section Leader
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 Jan 15 at the Crooked Goat Brewery, 108 Howard St
Jan Everidge, New Member Section Leader
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
“The Love of Art” Enjoyed by All
The December 8th Holiday Luncheon at the Petaluma Art Center was a success attended by 63 members. Members were able to meet new members and connect with old friends as they browsed the art works of local Petaluma artists. It was a beautiful and festive venue to enjoy our holiday luncheon. To learn more about Petaluma Art Center events, visit www.petalumaartscenter.org.
“The Love of Art” Enjoyed by All
The December 8th Holiday Luncheon at the Petaluma Art Center was a success attended by 63 members. Members were able to meet new members and connect with old friends as they browsed the art works of local Petaluma artists. It was a beautiful and festive venue to enjoy our holiday luncheon. To learn more about Petaluma Art Center events, visit www.petalumaartscenter.org.
Many thanks to the people who helped to make this event happen: Hilary Blythe for her expertise in event planning at the art center, Jan Everidge, Charlene Nugent and Dianne Trumpy for their research, planning and all-around assistance.
Thanks also to the Cardworthy and MakeIt sections for the beautiful party favors. The table linens provided by Carol Libarie were also very much appreciated.
Lastly, thanks to our members who donated to the Petaluma People Services Toy Drive. Thanks also to Preferred Sonoma Caterers for organizing this wonderful toy drive.
Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent, Co-VP Programs
Thanks also to the Cardworthy and MakeIt sections for the beautiful party favors. The table linens provided by Carol Libarie were also very much appreciated.
Lastly, thanks to our members who donated to the Petaluma People Services Toy Drive. Thanks also to Preferred Sonoma Caterers for organizing this wonderful toy drive.
Joanne Rooney and Charlene Nugent, Co-VP Programs
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.
PUBLIC POLICY
Women’s March – Again!
The first Women’s March was held around the world on January 21, 2017, to support gender equality, civil rights, and other issues that were expected to face challenges under newly inaugurated Donald Trump. And here we are again with the same challenges.
There will be a Women’s March on January 18 in San Francisco and possibly in Santa Rosa. I want to be there. If you are interested in going, contact Jean Reed (click HERE) so we can arrange transportation.
Make Signs on January 11th. The Petaluma Postcard Pod is hosting at the Petaluma Art Center from 10am to 1pm. Ideas and some supplies will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own cardboard, thick tape, and sharpies. Hope to see you there.
Election Results
Here’s one you might have missed. The California Senate has gender parity for first time ever --that is, an equal number of male and female senators. It’s about time!
Nationally, AAUW will double-down in preparation for the Trump administration and Congress. In the words of AAUW President Gloria Blackwell:
A functioning democracy demands work every day of the year. It is now, after an election, when the real work begins. We must come together and continue the fight to advance equity for women.” Watch for opportunities to support Title IX, DEI and the Department of Education, all of which are expected to be challenged.
Jean Reed
Women’s March – Again!
The first Women’s March was held around the world on January 21, 2017, to support gender equality, civil rights, and other issues that were expected to face challenges under newly inaugurated Donald Trump. And here we are again with the same challenges.
There will be a Women’s March on January 18 in San Francisco and possibly in Santa Rosa. I want to be there. If you are interested in going, contact Jean Reed (click HERE) so we can arrange transportation.
Make Signs on January 11th. The Petaluma Postcard Pod is hosting at the Petaluma Art Center from 10am to 1pm. Ideas and some supplies will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own cardboard, thick tape, and sharpies. Hope to see you there.
Election Results
Here’s one you might have missed. The California Senate has gender parity for first time ever --that is, an equal number of male and female senators. It’s about time!
Nationally, AAUW will double-down in preparation for the Trump administration and Congress. In the words of AAUW President Gloria Blackwell:
A functioning democracy demands work every day of the year. It is now, after an election, when the real work begins. We must come together and continue the fight to advance equity for women.” Watch for opportunities to support Title IX, DEI and the Department of Education, all of which are expected to be challenged.
Jean Reed
GARDEN SECTION - January/February
The group will visit the Bounty Seed Exchange on Saturday, February 1, from 10 am to 12:30pm.
Although it says exchange, it is not necessary to bring any seeds--they have boxes of free seeds to give away. Master Gardeners will have an information table if you have questions or want help picking out seeds right for your garden.
Bounty Farm: 55 Shasta Avenue, Petaluma
Bring a friend--free compost will be available too.
Section Leader Patricia Souza
The group will visit the Bounty Seed Exchange on Saturday, February 1, from 10 am to 12:30pm.
Although it says exchange, it is not necessary to bring any seeds--they have boxes of free seeds to give away. Master Gardeners will have an information table if you have questions or want help picking out seeds right for your garden.
Bounty Farm: 55 Shasta Avenue, Petaluma
Bring a friend--free compost will be available too.
Section Leader Patricia Souza
CRAFT SECTIONS
MakeIt! and Cardwothy join Life On Art on January 31
In January, MakeIt! and Cardwothy will volunteer with Life On Art, to help with their paper mâché heart project at the Petaluma Art Center. We will be supporting art made by and for the institutionalized and incarcerated and financially challenged. The date is Jan. 31 at 1:00.
Section Leader Kris U'Ren
MakeIt! and Cardwothy join Life On Art on January 31
In January, MakeIt! and Cardwothy will volunteer with Life On Art, to help with their paper mâché heart project at the Petaluma Art Center. We will be supporting art made by and for the institutionalized and incarcerated and financially challenged. The date is Jan. 31 at 1:00.
Section Leader Kris U'Ren
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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Copyright © 2003
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