Events in March–June 2019

  • Novato RWF Luncheon with Brad Dacus

    Novato RWF Luncheon with Brad Dacus


    Wednesday, March 13, 2019

    The Novato Republican Women Federated will host their March Luncheon with featured speaker Brad Dacus, President of the Pacific Justice Institute. His topic will be “Defending Religious Freedoms, Parental Rights and Civil Liberties.”

    RSVP: Reply by March 6 by emailing nrwf.lunch@gmail.com. Cost: $30 for Members; $35 for Non-members. 

  • SFYR Happy Hour

    SFYR Happy Hour


    Tuesday, March 19, 2019

    Join the San Francisco Young Republicans at their March Happy Hour.

    Contact: brad.bitler@gmail.com

  • Ygnacio Valley RWF Dinner Meeting Featuring Allison Olson

    Ygnacio Valley RWF Dinner Meeting Featuring Allison Olson


    Wednesday, March 20, 2019

    The Ygnacio Valley Republican Women will host their March Dinner  Meeting with guest speaker Allison Olson, CFRW Legislative Advocate. Her topic will be “California”.

    RSVP: Reply to Terri at (925) 766-4063 or goterrid@comcast.net by Friday, March 15. Cost: $40 per person. Check in at 4:45am; Meeting/Speaker at 5:45pm.

    RWSFF Dinner Featuring Sam Faddis

    RWSFF Dinner Featuring Sam Faddis


    Wednesday, March 20, 2019

    Sam FaddisJoin the Republican Women of San Francisco, Federated (formerly the Nob Hill RWCF) for their dinner meeting with their special guest, Sam Faddis.  He is a retired CIA operations officer, published author, and national security commentator. Sam led the first CIA team into Iraq nine months in advance of the 2003 invasion. After serving in the Middle East, South Asia and Europe, he served as head of the CIA’s Counter Terrorism Center’s Weapons of Mass Destruction unit. See the flyer.

    RSVP: Register online here or send a check payable to RWSFF by Wednesday, March 13, to Joan Leone, 3476 Sacramento Street, #101, San Francisco, CA 94118. Cost:  $55 for Members; $65 for Non-Members. Reception begins at 6:00pm; Dinner at 6:45pm; Speaker at 7:45pm. Questions? Contact Joan at jleone@sonic.net or call (415) 567-7424.

  • Blackhawk RWF Presents Larry Sand

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Larry Sand


    Thursday, March 21, 2019

    You are invited to join the Blackhawk Republican Women Federated for hors d’oeuvres, no-host cocktails, and a presentation by Larry Sand, President of the California Teachers Empowerment Network. His topic will be, “What is Driving the Decline in California Public Schools?” View the invitation.

    RSVP: Pay online by March 19th. Cost: $27. To RSVP, or for check-mailing instructions, please e-mail Penny Jaspar or call (952) 943-6221. Check-in and Social at 5:30pm; Speaker at 6pm.

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Supervisor Candace Andersen

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Supervisor Candace Andersen


    Thursday, March 21, 2019

    You are invited to join the Blackhawk Republican Women Federated for hors d’oeuvres, no-host cocktails, and a presentation by Larry Sand, President of the California Teachers Empowerment Network. His topic will be, “What is Driving the Decline in California Public Schools?” View the invitation.

    RSVP: Pay online by March 19th. Cost: $27. To RSVP, or for check-mailing instructions, please e-mail Penny Jaspar or call (952) 943-6221. Check-in and Social at 5:30pm; Speaker at 6pm.

  • CoCoTax Luncheon Featuring David Wolfe

    CoCoTax Luncheon Featuring David Wolfe


    Friday, March 22, 2019

    The Contra Costa Taxpayers Association will hold a special luncheon featuring David Wolfe, Legislative Director for the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. His topic will be, “Threats and Optimism for Taxpayers from the California Legislature.” Learn more.

    RSVP: Visit cocotax.org to make a reservation. Cost: $50 for Members; $60 for Non-members. Questions? Contact (925) 289-6900.

  • PRI Gala Featuring Tucker Carlson

    PRI Gala Featuring Tucker Carlson


    Saturday, March 23, 2019

    The Pacific Research Institute will celebrate their 40th Anniversary at their Gala with special guest Fox News Host and author Tucker Carlson.

    Questions? Contact Laura Dannerbeck at ldannerbeck@pacificresearch.org or call (415) 250-9206. 

  • San Ramon Valley RWF Present Mike Pawlawski

    San Ramon Valley RWF Present Mike Pawlawski


    Tuesday, March 26, 2019

    The San Ramon Valley Republican Women Federated will hold their March luncheon with featured speaker Mike Pawlawski, 11-Year Pro Quarterback, Professional Outdoorsman, and 2nd Amendment Advocate. His topic will be, “Why Do They Want Our Guns?”

    RSVP: Register online. Cost: $30 for Members; $35 for Non-members.

    Commonwealth Club Presents Mary Daly

    Commonwealth Club Presents Mary Daly


    Tuesday, March 26, 2019

    The Commonwealth Club will host San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly who will speak on managing inflation, “The Bumpy Road to Two Percent.” Learn more.

    RSVP: More information and tickets are available online.  Cost: General Admission Member – $12; General Admission Nonmember – $20; Premium Member – $28; Premium Non-member – $36; Student – $10. Check-in at 11am; Program at Noon.

    Lincoln Network Presents The Future of Free Speech Online

    Lincoln Network Presents The Future of Free Speech Online


    Tuesday, March 26, 2019

    The Lincoln Network will host a panel discussion on the balance and the boundaries of free speech online. Panelists include Antonio Garcia Martinez, Writer at Wired, Ryan Radio, Senior Policy Counsel at Lincoln Network, Galen Wolfe-Pauley, CEO and Co-Founder of Tlon, Doug Kramer, General Counsel at Cloudflare, Alex Feerst, Head of Legal at Medium, with Moderator Riva-Melissa Tez. Learn more.

    RSVP: Sign up online for this free event.

  • San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting


    Wednesday, March 27, 2019

    Join the Log Cabin Republicans of San Francisco for their monthly meeting. All are welcome to attend.

    Questions? Contact logcabinsf@gmail.com.

  • Marin RWF Luncheon with Sally Zelikovsky

    Marin RWF Luncheon with Sally Zelikovsky


    Thursday, March 28, 2019

    The Marin Republican Women Federated will hold their luncheon meeting with featured speaker Sally Zelikovsky, a founder of San Francisco Tea Party and Bay Area Patriots. Her topic will be, “Technology and Politics.”  View the invitation.

    RSVP: Call (415) 457-6934 or mail this form with your check made payable to MRWF to Pauline Ancell, 76 Dominican Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901. Cost $30 for Members; $33 for Non-members.

  • Fundraising Dinner for Ellen Lee Zhou for SF Mayor

    Fundraising Dinner for Ellen Lee Zhou for SF Mayor


    Sunday, April 7, 2019

    San Francisco Mayor Candidate Ellen Lee Zhou serves as Director of Public Relations for the CA Civil Grand Juror Association, San Francisco Chapter. She has been a resident of San Francisco for 33 years.

    RSVP: View the invitation and reply online. Ticket prices range from $75 to $500.

  • Blackhawk RWF Presents Sup. Candace Andersen

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Sup. Candace Andersen


    Thursday, April 11, 2019

    You are invited to join the Blackhawk Republican Women Federated for hors d’oeuvres, no-host cocktails, and a presentation by Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen. Her topic will be, “The Role that County Government Plays in Shaping Your Quality of Life.” View the invitation.

    RSVP: Make your reservation by e-mail to Penny Jaspar or call (952) 943-6221 before Noon on April 9th. Cost: $27; students $15 with ID. Check-in and Social at 5:30pm; Speaker at 6pm.

  • Ygnacio Valley RWF Luncheon and Spring Fling

    Ygnacio Valley RWF Luncheon and Spring Fling


    Saturday, April 13, 2019

    The Ygnacio Valley Republican Women will host their Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show. The Spring Fling includes boutique shopping, live auctions, door prizes and raffles. View the invitation.

    RSVP: Reply by April 6 to Terri at (925) 766-4063 or goterrid@comcast.net. Cost: $50 per person. Come early at 10:30am for boutique shopping.

  • Novato RWF Luncheon with Arnie Riebli

    Novato RWF Luncheon with Arnie Riebli


    Tuesday, April 16, 2019

    The Novato Republican Women Federated will host their April Luncheon with featured speaker fourth generation egg and dairy farmer Arnie Riebli. A vocal advocate for animal welfare, he will discuss the “Slippery Slope” where your store bought eggs come from. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reply online by April 10 or by emailing nrwf.lunch@gmail.com. Cost: Members $30; Non-members $35.

    SFYR Happy Hour

    SFYR Happy Hour


    Tuesday, April 16, 2019

    Join the San Francisco Young Republicans at their April Happy Hour.

    Contact: brad.bitler@gmail.com

  • Lamorinda RWF Luncheon Featuring Liz Summer

    Lamorinda RWF Luncheon Featuring Liz Summer


    Thursday, April 18, 2019

    The Lamorinda Republican Women Federated will hold their April luncheon with featured speaker Liz Summer.

    RSVP:  To register for this event, contact Elsie Euing at ejeuing@comcast.net. Cost: $36 per person with lunch; $15 for speaker only; $5 for Students. 

    Republican Women of San Francisco Presents Jesse Lee Peterson

    Republican Women of San Francisco Presents Jesse Lee Peterson


    Thursday, April 18, 2019

    The Republican Women of San Francisco, Federated, will host a reception and dinner featuring Jesse Lee Peterson, talk show host, counselor, media commentator and columnist on World Net Daily. He is the author of “The Antidote: Healing America from the Poison of Hate, Blame and Victimhood.”

    RSVP: Reply online or send check payable to Republican Women of San Francisco Federated to Joan Leone, 3476 Sacramento Street, #101, San Francisco, CA 94118.  Cost: $65 for Members; $75 for Non-members. Reception begins at 6pm; Dinner at 6:45pm; Program at 7:45pm.

  • Meet and Support Senator Susan Collins

    Meet and Support Senator Susan Collins


    Tuesday, April 23, 2019

    United States Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) is coming to the Bay Area. Tickets are still available for two of the events: Lunch in Atherton and a Reception/Dinner in San Francisco. View the invitation.

    RSVP: For more information and to register for the San Francisco event, contact Kristin Hueter at (415) 279-0468 or email khueter@khueter.com. Private Reception begins at 5:30pm; Dinner at 6:45pm. Suggested Donation: $1,000-$2,800 for Reception; $5,600 for Dinner.

  • San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting


    Wednesday, April 24, 2019

    Join the Log Cabin Republicans of San Francisco for their monthly meeting. All are welcome to attend.

    Questions? Contact logcabinsf@gmail.com.

  • CoCoTax Luncheon Featuring Russell Watts

    CoCoTax Luncheon Featuring Russell Watts


    Friday, April 26, 2019

    The Contra Costa Taxpayers Association will hold a breakfast meeting with featured speaker Russell Watts, Contra Costa County Treasurer-Tax Collector. 

    RSVP: Visit cocotax.org to make a reservation. Cost: $25 for Members; $30 for Non-members. 

    Cato Institute Policy Perspectives Seminar and Luncheon

    Cato Institute Policy Perspectives Seminar and Luncheon


    Friday, April 26, 2019

    The Cato Institute will hold their Policy Perspectives 2019 City Seminar and Luncheon featuring Keynote speaker Monika Bickert, Facebook’s head of global policy management, speaking on free speech, security, and social media. The Luncheon Address will be made by Magatte Wade, Founder and CEO of Tiossan skin care line and proponent of improving African economic freedom and entrepreneurship. Cato scholars Matthew Feeney and Diego Zuluaga will discuss blockchain technology.

    RSVP: Learn more and Register Online. Cost: $75 per person or $525 for table of eight. Registration opens at 10:30am; Keynote Address at 11am.

  • Commonwealth Club Presents Republicans on Climate

    Commonwealth Club Presents Republicans on Climate


    Tuesday, April 30, 2019

    The Commonwealth Club will host a discussion on climate politics featuring former U.S. Representative Carlos Curbelo (R-FL), co-founder of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus in Congress, former U.S. Representative Ryan Costello (R-PA), who now manages the political advocacy group Americans for Carbon Dividends, and Christine Pelosi, executive committeewoman with the Democratic National Committee. Learn more.

    RSVP: More information and tickets are available online.  Cost: General Admission Member – $12; General Admission Nonmember – $20; Student – $7. Check-in at 6pm; Program at 6:30pm; Networking reception at 7:30pm.

  • Independent Institute Presents An Evening with Jordan B. Peterson

    Independent Institute Presents An Evening with Jordan B. Peterson


    Thursday, May 2, 2019

    The Independent Institute will feature An Evening with Jordon B. Peterson, author and Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto. He is a champion of free speech, individual liberty, personal responsibility, and the rule of law. He will discuss his book, “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos.” 

    RSVP: Learn more and purchase tickets at this link. Cost: General Seating $75 with VIP options. Program begins at 6:30pm; VIP Reception to follow.

  • Blackhawk RWF Presents Matt Ronnau and Jason Clark

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Matt Ronnau and Jason Clark


    Thursday, May 9, 2019

    You are invited to join the Blackhawk Republican Women Federated for hors d’oeuvres, no-host cocktails, and a presentation by CAGOP Regional Vice Chair for the Bay Area Jason Clark and UC Berkeley College Republicans Chair Matt Ronnau.

    RSVP: More details to come.

  • Contra Costa Republican Party Convention

    Contra Costa Republican Party Convention


    Saturday, May 18, 2019

    Contra Costa registered Republicans are invited to participate in the first ever Contra Costa County Republican Party Convention. Former Assemblywoman Catharine Baker and Chairman Matt Shupe will present information on voters and elections in the County, and solutions will be discussed as participants break into teams. The luncheon speaker will be Matt Ronnau, President of the Berkeley College Republicans.

    RSVP: Buy tickets online. Cost is $10 per person with sponsor opportunities.

  • Novato RWF Luncheon and Spring Fashion Show

    Novato RWF Luncheon and Spring Fashion Show


    Tuesday, May 21, 2019

    The Novato Republican Women Federated will host their May Luncheon and Spring Fashion Show featuring Alice Becker and children’s fashion from designer Toni Tierney. Proceeds will be used for student scholarships and flag and book donations to schools. The event includes lunch, glass of wine, raffle and prizes, clothing discounts, music and more. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reply online call (415) 878-6220. Cost: $50 per person if paid by May 10. After May 10, $60 per person. $500 per table for 10 for priority seating.

    SFYR Happy Hour

    SFYR Happy Hour


    Tuesday, May 21, 2019

    Join the San Francisco Young Republicans at their May Happy Hour.

    Contact: brad.bitler@gmail.com

  • Marin RWF Luncheon with Dottie Linden

    Marin RWF Luncheon with Dottie Linden


    Wednesday, May 22, 2019

    The Marin Republican Women Federated will hold their luncheon meeting with featured speaker Dottie Linden, President, California Federation of Republican Women Northern Division. Her topic will be, “Shenanigans Going on Under the Dome in California.”  View the invitation.

    RSVP: Mail this form with your check made payable to MRWF to Kathryn Thompson, 821 Albatross Drive, Novato, CA 94945 or call (415) 898-0090. Cost $30 for Members; $33 for Non-members by May 17th.

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting


    Wednesday, May 22, 2019

    Join the Log Cabin Republicans of San Francisco for their monthly meeting. All are welcome to attend.

    Questions? Contact logcabinsf@gmail.com.

  • CoCo Taxpayers Breakfast Meeting with Roger Bailey

    CoCo Taxpayers Breakfast Meeting with Roger Bailey


    Friday, May 24, 2019

    Join the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association for their monthly breakfast meeting with featured speaker Roger Bailey, General Manager and CEO, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District. Learn More.

    RSVP:  Reply online. Cost: $25 per person (Members) or $30 per person (Non-Members)

  • Republican Women of San Francisco Presents Scott Bennett

    Republican Women of San Francisco Presents Scott Bennett


    Thursday, May 30, 2019

    The Republican Women of San Francisco, Federated, will host a reception and dinner featuring Scott Bennett, Special Ops Officer, Critic of the Clinton Foundation, and the Obama Administration including Eric Holder.

    RSVP: Reply online or send check payable to Republican Women of San Francisco Federated to Joan Leone, 3476 Sacramento Street, #101, San Francisco, CA 94118.  Cost: $55 for Members; $65 for Non-members. Reception begins at 6pm; Dinner at 6:45pm; Program at 7:45pm.

  • SFGOP at Union Street Fair

    SFGOP at Union Street Fair


    Saturday, June 1, 2019

    The San Francisco Republican Party invites you to volunteer for voter outreach and registration at the Union Street Fair.

    RSVP: Contact Richie Greenberg at volunteers@sfgop.org to join in.

  • Commonwealth Club Presents Secretary George Shultz

    Commonwealth Club Presents Secretary George Shultz


    Tuesday, June 4, 2019

    The Commonwealth Club will host former U.S. Secretary of State George Shultz in conversation with Dr. Gloria Duffy, President and CEO, The Commonwealth Club. He will discuss his newest book, “Thinking About the Future.”

    RSVP: More information and tickets are available online.  Cost: General Admission Member – $30; General Admission Nonmember – $40; Premium + Book Member – $55; Premium + Book Non-member – $65; Student – $15. Check-in at 11am; Program at Noon.

  • Blackhawk RWF Presents Maggie VandenBerghe

    Blackhawk RWF Presents Maggie VandenBerghe


    Thursday, June 6, 2019

    You are invited to join the Blackhawk Republican Women Federated for their monthly luncheon featuring Instagram and YouTube star Maggie VandenBerghe, also known as Fog City Midge. Conservative filmmaker, producer, actor and influencer, her message is being delivered to the generation who will replace Baby Boomers as the largest voting demographic in our nation, Generation Z.

    RSVP: Make reservations and payments at blackhawkrepublicanwomen.org by noon on June 4th. Cost: $32 General Admission; $20 for Students.

  • Novato RWF Luncheon with Joe Russoniello

    Novato RWF Luncheon with Joe Russoniello


    Tuesday, June 11, 2019

    The Novato Republican Women Federated will host their June Luncheon with featured speaker Joe Russoniello, former U.S. Attorney for the northern district of California. He will address why the federal government could criminally prosecute certain California office holders for violation of “RICO” the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reply online by June 5. Cost: $36.

  • Marin RWF Luncheon with Linda Paine

    Marin RWF Luncheon with Linda Paine


    Wednesday, June 12, 2019

    The Marin Republican Women Federated will hold their luncheon meeting with featured speaker Linda Paine, President and Co-Founder of Election Integrity Project California. Her topic will be “Fighting for Election Integrity in California.” View the invitation.

    RSVP: Mail this form with your check made payable to MRWF to Pauline Ancell, 76 Dominican Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901. Reservation phone: (415) 457-6934. Cost $30 for Members; $33 for Non-members by June 7th.

  • PRI Presents John Yoo and Steven Hayward

    PRI Presents John Yoo and Steven Hayward


    Friday, June 14, 2019

    The Pacific Research Institute will present “What’s Wrong with the Universities and Can They Be Fixed?” Join PRI Fellow Dr. Steven Hayward and UC Berkeley Professor John Yoo for a discussion on issues and solutions for restoring integrity at public and private colleges and universities.

    RSVP: Register online. Cost: Sir Antony Fisher Freedom Society Members: $30; General Admission (Non-Members): $60.

  • Supervisor Candace Andersen Summer Fundraiser

    Supervisor Candace Andersen Summer Fundraiser


    Saturday, June 15, 2019

    Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen invites you to her Summer Ho’olaule’a fundraiser to support her re-election campaign. Enjoy an afternoon of “ono” Hawaiian food and music.

    RSVP: Reply online. If you wish to pay by check, please include this form. No charge for General Admission, but donations will be appreciated. Sponsor levels range from $250 to $5000 (if a PAC.)

  • PRI Presents YLC Event with Damon Dunn

    PRI Presents YLC Event with Damon Dunn


    Tuesday, June 18, 2019

    The Pacific Research Institute will present a Young Leaders Circle event featuring PRI Fellow in business and economics, Damon Dunn. The topic will be, “Is Basic Income the Solution for Rising Poverty and Tech Disruption?”

    RSVP: Register online. Cost: Free Admission for Member’s of PRI’s Young Leaders Circle and Sir Antony Fisher Freedom Society Members; General Admission (Non-Members): $30. Wine, beer, and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

    SFYR Happy Hour

    SFYR Happy Hour


    Tuesday, June 18, 2019

    Join the San Francisco Young Republicans at their June Happy Hour.

    Contact: brad.bitler@gmail.com

  • National Review Institute Presents Victor Davis Hanson and Andrew C. McCarthy

    National Review Institute Presents Victor Davis Hanson and Andrew C. McCarthy


    Wednesday, June 26, 2019

    The National Review Institute will host an event featuring two premier National Review writers, Victor Davis Hanson and Andrew C. McCarthy. Victor Hanson will speak about the current administration from a classicist perspective, drawing on Western literary and historical traditions to understand contemporary politics. Andrew McCarthy will speak about the Mueller investigation, the topic of his forthcoming book.

    RSVP: Register online. Cost: $250 with sponsorships available. Reception begins at 5pm; Program at 5:30pm; Cocktail Reception at 6:45pm with private dinner to follow for reception and regional forum sponsors.

    Contra Costa Republican Party Chairman’s Circle Dinner Series To Feature Jessica Patterson

    Contra Costa Republican Party Chairman’s Circle Dinner Series To Feature Jessica Patterson


    Wednesday, June 26, 2019

    The Contra Costa Republican Party will host intimate dinner events to provide insight and access to leaders at the highest levels of the Republican Party, conservative thought, and state and federal government. The June speaker will be CAGOP Chair Jessica Patterson.

    RSVP: Reply online to join the Chairman’s Circle or purchase tickets to the event. Cost: $150 per person for dinner; $350 for VIP Dinner with sponsorships available.

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting

    San Francisco Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting


    Wednesday, June 26, 2019

    Join the Log Cabin Republicans of San Francisco for their monthly meeting. All are welcome to attend.

    Questions? Contact logcabinsf@gmail.com.

  • CoCo Taxpayers Breakfast Meeting with Lisa Borba

    CoCo Taxpayers Breakfast Meeting with Lisa Borba


    Friday, June 28, 2019

    Join the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association for their monthly breakfast meeting with featured speaker Lisa Borba, Board President of the Contra Costa Water District’s Board of Directors.

    RSVP:  Reply online. Cost: $25 per person (Members) or $30 per person (Non-Members)Learn More.

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