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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
(See articles below for more information)
AAUW Petaluma Events
Jan. 18 - January Program: Breaking Barriers of Healthy Aging, Lucchesi
Community Center, 2:00 - 3:30
Feb. 6 - Deadline for donating used books for Bi-Branch Brunch centerpieces
Feb. 21 - Bi-Branch Brunch, Key Room, Novato, 10:00 - 12:00
Other Community Events
Jan. 8 - Mentor training for Petaluma Wetlands Alliance starts (Contact Anne Taylor if interested.)
(See articles below for more information)
AAUW Petaluma Events
Jan. 18 - January Program: Breaking Barriers of Healthy Aging, Lucchesi
Community Center, 2:00 - 3:30
Feb. 6 - Deadline for donating used books for Bi-Branch Brunch centerpieces
Feb. 21 - Bi-Branch Brunch, Key Room, Novato, 10:00 - 12:00
Other Community Events
Jan. 8 - Mentor training for Petaluma Wetlands Alliance starts (Contact Anne Taylor if interested.)
January Program
Breaking Barriers for Healthy Aging
January 18, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00
Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
We are in the midst of a longevity revolution. And that is particularly true for women:
Join our January meeting for a panel discussion addressing topics that include exercise, community services, and mental health.
All welcome! All ages!
Program VPs Charlene Nugent and Patsy Knight
Breaking Barriers for Healthy Aging
January 18, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00
Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd
We are in the midst of a longevity revolution. And that is particularly true for women:
- Women can expect to live five years longer than men.
- Women comprise 80% of centenarians, the fastest-growing segment of the world’s population.
Join our January meeting for a panel discussion addressing topics that include exercise, community services, and mental health.
All welcome! All ages!
Program VPs Charlene Nugent and Patsy Knight
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Happy New Year
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Happy New Year
"Cheers to a new year and another chance to to get it right."
-- Oprah Winfrey
As we look ahead together in 2026, this quote captures the spirit of AAUW Petaluma’s work to “get it right”: building a future where equity, opportunity, and empowerment are our goals. Each initiative we take—whether advocating for civic engagement, supporting education, or strengthening our community—brings us closer to “getting it right”
The beginning of a new year often motivates us to set new goals for the future. AAUW continues to support gender equity. They support legislation, provide fellowships and grants, and conduct research on topics to bring equity for all. You can learn more about these opportunities by joining one of the many webinars presented by AAUW CA. You can also find out more about what happens at the national level here. There are many resources available to help you support our mission.
January will be another busy month for our branch. We need to elect a nominating committee so, we can begin our search for members to serve on the 2026–2027 Board. Please contact me or Marlene if you would like to serve on this committee or nominate another member. If you are nominated for a position on the board, I hope you will say yes. It is a great opportunity to make new friends and be involved in the community.
Please see the above article on our January 18 Program: Breaking Barriers of Healthy Aging. We will learn more about local organizations supporting this cause in our community.
Co-President Joanne Rooney
-- Oprah Winfrey
As we look ahead together in 2026, this quote captures the spirit of AAUW Petaluma’s work to “get it right”: building a future where equity, opportunity, and empowerment are our goals. Each initiative we take—whether advocating for civic engagement, supporting education, or strengthening our community—brings us closer to “getting it right”
The beginning of a new year often motivates us to set new goals for the future. AAUW continues to support gender equity. They support legislation, provide fellowships and grants, and conduct research on topics to bring equity for all. You can learn more about these opportunities by joining one of the many webinars presented by AAUW CA. You can also find out more about what happens at the national level here. There are many resources available to help you support our mission.
January will be another busy month for our branch. We need to elect a nominating committee so, we can begin our search for members to serve on the 2026–2027 Board. Please contact me or Marlene if you would like to serve on this committee or nominate another member. If you are nominated for a position on the board, I hope you will say yes. It is a great opportunity to make new friends and be involved in the community.
Please see the above article on our January 18 Program: Breaking Barriers of Healthy Aging. We will learn more about local organizations supporting this cause in our community.
Co-President Joanne Rooney
Gold Book Update:
The email address listed for Margaret Smith is no longer valid.
Has your Gold Book information changed?
If your contact information in the Gold Book has changed, please contact Co-VP of Membership Sheila Garvey (click HERE) so that our membership database can be updated..
Would you like your updated contact information to be published in the newsletter?
If so, contact co-editors Barbara Guggemos (click HERE) and/or Anne Taylor (click HERE).
TWO REMINDERS:
The email address listed for Margaret Smith is no longer valid.
Has your Gold Book information changed?
If your contact information in the Gold Book has changed, please contact Co-VP of Membership Sheila Garvey (click HERE) so that our membership database can be updated..
Would you like your updated contact information to be published in the newsletter?
If so, contact co-editors Barbara Guggemos (click HERE) and/or Anne Taylor (click HERE).
TWO REMINDERS:
- The Gold Book, our membership directory, is for use only by the membership and may not be used for recruiting or solicitation.
- Don't just throw away your old Gold Book. Please shred it.
PUBLIC POLICY
Watch PartyJanuary 22, 12:30 - 2pm
Home of Jean Reed
Step Out for Pro Choice
Watch PartyJanuary 22, 12:30 - 2pm
Home of Jean Reed
Step Out for Pro Choice
Let’s get together to watch and discuss this.
“No Rights, No Law – A Discussion About the Supreme Court & Attacks on Reproductive RIghts & Justice” will feature keynote speaker Leah Litman, a leader for women’s issues and well-known podcaster. The presentation is hosted by AAUW Silicon Valley every year on the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. Bring a bag lunch if you like.
RSVP so Jean can set up chairs!
For more details, click here.
“No Rights, No Law – A Discussion About the Supreme Court & Attacks on Reproductive RIghts & Justice” will feature keynote speaker Leah Litman, a leader for women’s issues and well-known podcaster. The presentation is hosted by AAUW Silicon Valley every year on the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. Bring a bag lunch if you like.
RSVP so Jean can set up chairs!
For more details, click here.
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 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.
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
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
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