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
AAUW Events
- Monday Sept. 30 - Candidate Forums at Petaluma City Hall: School Board Candidate Forum at 6 pm, City Council Candidate Forum at 7 pm
- Saturday Nov. 9 - Petaluma Blue Zones Purpose Workshop, 10 am
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.
BRANCH PROGRAM
AAUW Petaluma has a long history of co-hosting candidate forums so that voters can make informed choices. Plan to attend the AAUW Candidate Forums on Monday September 30, in person, at Petaluma City Hall.
Petaluma City Schools Area 4 will vote for a School Board member. Petaluma Districts 4, 5 and 6 will be voting for City Council. But remember, the elected members will be making decisions that affect all of us living in Petaluma.
School Board Candidate Forum begins at 6 p.m.
Note: Petaluma City Schools Area 4 is the only contested school board position in the Petaluma Area
City Council Candidate Forum begins at 7:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters, these events will be recorded. Petaluma Community Access will air the forums in the weeks prior to the November 5 election. Recordings will also be available on the League of Women Voters' YouTube channel
(click HERE).
Petaluma City Schools Area 4 will vote for a School Board member. Petaluma Districts 4, 5 and 6 will be voting for City Council. But remember, the elected members will be making decisions that affect all of us living in Petaluma.
School Board Candidate Forum begins at 6 p.m.
Note: Petaluma City Schools Area 4 is the only contested school board position in the Petaluma Area
City Council Candidate Forum begins at 7:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters, these events will be recorded. Petaluma Community Access will air the forums in the weeks prior to the November 5 election. Recordings will also be available on the League of Women Voters' YouTube channel
(click HERE).
PUBLIC POLICY
More Election Information Be An Informed Voter
Use the League of Women Voters YouTube Channel to learn about election issues and candidates. Look for:
Four of this year’s ballot propositions deserve a YES vote from members for their close alignment with AAUW Public Policy Priorities:
For guidance on additional ballot measures that are adjacent to, but not directly within, the scope of AAUW California’s PPPs, please see the guide provided by the League of Women Voters of California.
Jean Reed and Pam Granger, Public Policy Chairs
Use the League of Women Voters YouTube Channel to learn about election issues and candidates. Look for:
- 2024 Ballot Propositions: LWV Pros and Cons
- AAUW Petaluma City Council Candidate Forum
- AAUW Petaluma City Schools (PCS) School Board Candidate Forum
Four of this year’s ballot propositions deserve a YES vote from members for their close alignment with AAUW Public Policy Priorities:
- Proposition 2 – Public Education Facilities Bond Measure (2024)
- Proposition 3 – Constitutional Right to Marriage
- Proposition 4 – Parks, Environment, Energy, and Water Bond Measure
- Proposition 32 – Raises Minimum Wage
For guidance on additional ballot measures that are adjacent to, but not directly within, the scope of AAUW California’s PPPs, please see the guide provided by the League of Women Voters of California.
Jean Reed and Pam Granger, Public Policy Chairs
Download the 2024 Voter Issue Guide in English or Spanish.
The AAUW CA Voter Issue Guide will help you learn about key issues supporting gender equity so you can cast your ballot for candidates who share your values.
It includes sample questions to:
The AAUW CA Voter Issue Guide will help you learn about key issues supporting gender equity so you can cast your ballot for candidates who share your values.
It includes sample questions to:
- Help you evaluate candidates’ stances
- Ask at public events (virtual and in-person)
- Discuss over social media
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.
NOVEMBER PROGRAM
Saturday, November 9, 10 am-12
Petaluma Blue Zones Purpose Workshop.
8 4th Street, Petaluma.
Discover and explore keys to unlocking your true purpose in this interactive workshop. More information and RSVP link to follow.
Saturday, November 9, 10 am-12
Petaluma Blue Zones Purpose Workshop.
8 4th Street, Petaluma.
Discover and explore keys to unlocking your true purpose in this interactive workshop. More information and RSVP link to follow.
Looking ahead...does this describe YOU?
Interested in bookkeeping?
Interested in bookkeeping?
Do you enjoy numbers? Does paying attention to detail make you happy? Are you looking for a way to donate your time to our Branch? Would you like a year to learn a Board position before taking it on? I have just the job for you!
This is my sixth year as your Finance VP, and it will be time for me to pass the baton next July.
I would love to share our bookkeeping process and answer your questions, so please let me know if you are interested in exploring this opportunity. This job has been so rewarding, and it can be yours too!
Corey Benjamin, Finance VP
This is my sixth year as your Finance VP, and it will be time for me to pass the baton next July.
I would love to share our bookkeeping process and answer your questions, so please let me know if you are interested in exploring this opportunity. This job has been so rewarding, and it can be yours too!
Corey Benjamin, Finance VP
Want to order an AAUW name tag?
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Thanks,
Joanne Rooney
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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
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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