CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
(See articles below for more information)
AAUW Petaluma Events
Apr. 26, Sunday - April program honoring Earth Day: "10% Less", Petaluma Library, 2 - 4 pm
Other AAUW Events
Apr. 18, Saturday - AAUW-CA Annual Event on Zoom: A Sustainable Future
Community Events
Apr. 8, Wednesday - District 2 Supervisor Candidate Forum, Zoom webinar organized by the League of Women Voters, 6 pm
Apr. 24, Friday - We the Future Social Justice Conference, SRJC Petaluma, 9 am - 3 pm
(See articles below for more information)
AAUW Petaluma Events
Apr. 26, Sunday - April program honoring Earth Day: "10% Less", Petaluma Library, 2 - 4 pm
Other AAUW Events
Apr. 18, Saturday - AAUW-CA Annual Event on Zoom: A Sustainable Future
Community Events
Apr. 8, Wednesday - District 2 Supervisor Candidate Forum, Zoom webinar organized by the League of Women Voters, 6 pm
Apr. 24, Friday - We the Future Social Justice Conference, SRJC Petaluma, 9 am - 3 pm
Upcoming April Program
Petaluma Library
Sunday, April 26
2-4 pm
Petaluma Library
Sunday, April 26
2-4 pm
No, this is not about a sale price for the hottest new gadget. Rather, this is a challenge we hope you will consider taking on.
Mark your calendar for the April Branch Program and join the AAUW Eco Ed Section at the Petaluma Library for a panel discussion of ways we can reduce waste to promote a healthier planet.
The program will feature this panel:
Mark your calendar for the April Branch Program and join the AAUW Eco Ed Section at the Petaluma Library for a panel discussion of ways we can reduce waste to promote a healthier planet.
The program will feature this panel:
- Dawna Mirante of Petaluma Refill Mercantile will share ideas about reducing plastic waste.
- Daniel Bleakney Formby of Jupiter Foods will discuss ways to avoid food waste.
- Lisa Moore of Recology will address energy conservation.
- Our own Patricia Webb will present an efficiency kit available through Sonoma Clean Power.
AAUW Petaluma Branch 2026 Non-Event Fund Raiser
A reminder that there is still time to help with the 2026 AAUW Petaluma Funds Non-Event. This supports our local scholarships and AAUW National. Any amount is gratefully received.
Donations can be made to any or all of the following scholarships. The first four of these donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.
Send checks to: Camille Sauvé, 240 McNear Circle, Petaluma, CA 94952 through April 2026.
Rory Keller and Camille Sauve, Funds Co-VPs
A reminder that there is still time to help with the 2026 AAUW Petaluma Funds Non-Event. This supports our local scholarships and AAUW National. Any amount is gratefully received.
Donations can be made to any or all of the following scholarships. The first four of these donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.
- AAUW National for scholarship programs & legal advocacy: Make checks payable to AAUW Funds, with Petaluma AAUW in the memo line.
- Sonoma State scholarship: Make checks payable to Sonoma State Foundation, with Petaluma AAUW in the memo line.
- SRJC scholarship: Make checks payable to SRJC Foundation, with Petaluma AAUW in the memo line.
- PEF scholarship to a high-achieving high school senior in Petaluma: Make checks payable to Petaluma Educational Foundation, with AAUW Mahoney Fund in the memo line.
- Undesignated donations to support things like this fundraiser, NCCWSL (designate in memo line), and all of our scholarships: Make checks payable to Petaluma AAUW Funds. These donations are not tax-deductible.
Send checks to: Camille Sauvé, 240 McNear Circle, Petaluma, CA 94952 through April 2026.
Rory Keller and Camille Sauve, Funds Co-VPs
Upcoming Event recommended by our Public Policy Chairs
Supervisor Candidate Forum
Sonoma County District 2
Zoom Webinar organized by
The League of Women Voters of Sonoma County
Wednesday, April 8, 6 pm.
Supervisor Candidate Forum
Sonoma County District 2
Zoom Webinar organized by
The League of Women Voters of Sonoma County
Wednesday, April 8, 6 pm.
Sonoma County Supervisors approve the budget and oversee services that shape daily life, like housing, public health, wildfire preparedness, and transportation
District 2 serves south county — Petaluma, Cotati, Penngrove, parts of Rohnert Park, and the farm belt from the coast to San Pablo Bay.
Event Details
- Click HERE to join the Zoom webinar
- Hear from candidates and ask questions directly
- Simultaneous Spanish interpretation available
- Send questions to [email protected]
- Learn more at lwvsonoma.org or on our event calendar
District 2 serves south county — Petaluma, Cotati, Penngrove, parts of Rohnert Park, and the farm belt from the coast to San Pablo Bay.
Event Details
- Click HERE to join the Zoom webinar
- Hear from candidates and ask questions directly
- Simultaneous Spanish interpretation available
- Send questions to [email protected]
- Learn more at lwvsonoma.org or on our event calendar
NEW MEMBERS MEETINGS - EVERYONE WELCOME
Happy Hour: Third Wednesday, April 15, Crooked Goat Brewery, 4 pm
Coffee and Conversation: April 23, River Front Cafe, 10 am
Jan Everidge
Happy Hour: Third Wednesday, April 15, Crooked Goat Brewery, 4 pm
Coffee and Conversation: April 23, River Front Cafe, 10 am
Jan Everidge
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Someone you know needs AAUW
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Someone you know needs AAUW
We all know that we are social animals, but we may not realize all the benefits. Dr. Craig Sawchuk, a psychologist at the Mayo Clinic states, “Socializing not only staves off feelings of loneliness, but also it helps sharpen memory and cognitive skills, increases your sense of happiness and well-being, and may even help you live longer.”
Some people who were active members in their former town make joining here a top priority. One member who moved here during Covid reports that she went to a different Petaluma AAUW activity every day at first. Another member who was active elsewhere, quickly took important positions on the board here. They both made friends, including with each other.
So, why join?
Monthly programs and events, such as informative meetings, a brunch with the Marin group, a holiday luncheon, a picnic and a social.
Sections of all types - Members love their book groups, lunches at local restaurants, field trips to fun locations and political action
New friends - With over 160 members in our branch, you are almost guaranteed to forge friendships, over coffee, at a happy hour, at a program or at a section
A chance to get in the action - Some of the most loyal members serve on the board. Here’s a chance to have an impact, meet other dedicated folks, and be in the know.
Aren’t you glad to be part of an organization that improves your physical and mental health, keeps your memory and cognition sharp, and increases happiness? Come to an activity soon and bring a friend.
Co-President, Marlene Abel
Some people who were active members in their former town make joining here a top priority. One member who moved here during Covid reports that she went to a different Petaluma AAUW activity every day at first. Another member who was active elsewhere, quickly took important positions on the board here. They both made friends, including with each other.
So, why join?
Monthly programs and events, such as informative meetings, a brunch with the Marin group, a holiday luncheon, a picnic and a social.
Sections of all types - Members love their book groups, lunches at local restaurants, field trips to fun locations and political action
New friends - With over 160 members in our branch, you are almost guaranteed to forge friendships, over coffee, at a happy hour, at a program or at a section
A chance to get in the action - Some of the most loyal members serve on the board. Here’s a chance to have an impact, meet other dedicated folks, and be in the know.
Aren’t you glad to be part of an organization that improves your physical and mental health, keeps your memory and cognition sharp, and increases happiness? Come to an activity soon and bring a friend.
Co-President, Marlene Abel
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.
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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