Events in November 2017–February 2018

  • Choose Children 2018 Presents John Cox

    Choose Children 2018 Presents John Cox


    Thursday, November 2, 2017

    The Silicon Valley Community Foundation and its Center for Early Learning is hosting a series featuring moderated discussions with major candidates for Governor. Republican John Cox will speak on November 2nd. Learn more.

    RSVP: Tickets will be limited. Reply online.

    Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Cliff Maloney, Jr.

    Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Cliff Maloney, Jr.


    Thursday, November 2, 2017

    The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated invite you to their luncheon meeting with guest speaker Cliff Maloney, Jr., President of Young Americans for Liberty. His topic will be “Creating a generation shift towards FREEDOM.” Learn more.

    RSVP:  Please call Doris Sloniker (408) 705-2904 or go online at www.svrwf.org to make your reservations for lunch. Cost: $24. Social begins at 11:30am; Lunch at Noon.

  • San Benito County GOP GasTaxtrophe Rally

    San Benito County GOP GasTaxtrophe Rally


    Saturday, November 4, 2017

    Come rally with the San Benito County Republican Party on #GasTaxtrophe Day! They will be educating passing motorists about the Democrat’s new gas tax allegedly to fund transportation. Learn more.

    For more information, and to RSVP, contact San Benito GOP Chair JW Paine at (408) 921-6824.

  • Santa Clara County GOP Trunk & Tusk Fall Reception

    Santa Clara County GOP Trunk & Tusk Fall Reception


    Wednesday, November 8, 2017

    Join the Santa Clara County Republican Party for its annual fall reception. The Annual Trunk & Tusk Reception features the top Republican leaders from Santa Clara County and the State. Their featured speaker will be Retired Lt. Col. Robert “Buzz” Patterson, author and commentator. He worked in the White House as Senior Military Aide to President Bill Clinton, where he carried the nuclear codes. That experience inspired him to write his first book, Dereliction of Duty. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reply online.  Cost: $100 for General Reception and Dinner; $250 for VIP & General Reception; Sponsorships available. Questions? Contact HQ at [email protected] or (408) 246-6600.

  • State Route 85 Community Meeting with Johnny Khamis

    State Route 85 Community Meeting with Johnny Khamis


    Thursday, November 9, 2017

    San Jose Councilmember Johnny Khamis invites you to attend a VTA Community Meeting regarding the upcoming State Route 85 Corridor Study. 

    Learn more about the Study and upcoming meetings in San Jose, Cupertino and Mountain View.

  • Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Dana Allen

    Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Dana Allen


    Tuesday, November 14, 2017

    The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley welcomes as their next speaker media entrepreneur and news business expert Dana Allen. His topic will be, “Fake News Has Been the Norm for Decades – Now What Can We Do About It?” Learn more.

    RSVP: Register Online. Cost: 2017 Members – No cost; Non-members – $15. Doors open at 6:15pm; Program begins at 7:00pm. 

  • SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring SJPD Chief Edgardo Garcia

    SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring SJPD Chief Edgardo Garcia


    Wednesday, November 15, 2017

    The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women will host their breakfast meeting with guest speaker San Jose Chief of Police Eddie Garcia. Chief Garcia will discuss the latest on the San Jose Police Departments fight against crime.  Due to litigation currently underway against the city in regards to the Trump Rally, it is unlikely that Chief Garcia is allowed to answer questions about that event.

    RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: $15 (includes buffet breakfast.) Check-in opens at 9:00am; Program begins at 9:30am.  

    SPARC Dinner Featuring Dr. Sean Flynn

    SPARC Dinner Featuring Dr. Sean Flynn


    Wednesday, November 15, 2017

    The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) November dinner meeting will feature author, economist, and educator Dr. Sean Flynn who will discuss the merits of a healthcare system now operating in Indiana and Singapore. He believes Obamacare has proven to be an unbalanced contraption assembled by lobbyists and special interests, and he advocates for pricing transparency with guaranteed coverage accounts. 

    RSVP: For more information and to make your reservation, visit www.sparcgop.org. Early-bird Cost: $40 for members; $45 for non-members, $25 for Students with ID.  After November 12th, $45 for members; $50 for non-members.

  • West Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Sue Caro

    West Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Sue Caro


    Thursday, November 16, 2017

    Join the West Valley Republican Women Federated for their monthly luncheon meeting featuring CAGOP Regional Vice Chair, Bay Area, Sue Caro. Her topic will be “Our Republican Brand in California.” Learn more.

    RSVP: Reserve your seat by sending your check (made payable to West Valley RWF) to Grace Russo at 2393 Karen Drive, #3, Santa Clara, CA 95050. Cost $24. Questions? Call Grace at (408) 499-1695.

    Fall FunRAISER for Great Public Schools

    Fall FunRAISER for Great Public Schools


    Thursday, November 16, 2017

    Join the Santa Clara Advocates for Great Public Schools as they hold a Fall FunRAISER with the goal of electing public school trustees that promote choice, excellence, and accountability in public education.

    RSVP: Contact Sara Garcia at [email protected] or call (408) 908-0106. $100 per ticket; $1000 to Sponsor; $2500 to Host.

  • Walk Around the Lake with Councilmember Khamis

    Walk Around the Lake with Councilmember Khamis


    Saturday, December 2, 2017

    Join San Jose Councilmember Johnny Khamis at Almaden Lake Park for the Coleman Undercrossing Ribbon Cutting. Bring your family and friends for the inaugural walk around the entire lake. Bikes welcome too.

    Light refreshments will be available for event attendees. Parking is free. Questions? Contact (408) 535-4910 or email [email protected].

  • SVARW Celebration Luncheon

    SVARW Celebration Luncheon


    Wednesday, December 6, 2017

    The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women will host a Celebration of Christmas, Hanukah, and the Installation of Officers for 2018. Officiating at the installation of SVARW officers will be Judge Steven Bailey. Bailey recently retired from the bench to run full time for California’s Attorney General in 2018. Learn more.

    RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: $40 (Free to Sponsors.) Check-in opens at 11:00am.  

  • Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Tim Rosales

    Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Tim Rosales


    Thursday, December 7, 2017

    The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated invite you to their luncheon meeting with special guest Tim Rosales, Campaign Manager for John Cox for Governor of California. 

    RSVP:  Please call Doris Sloniker (408) 705-2904 or go online at www.svrwf.org to make your reservations for lunch no later than December 4th. Cost: $24. Social begins at 11:30am; Lunch at Noon.

  • Public Safety Town Hall with Councilmember Khamis

    Public Safety Town Hall with Councilmember Khamis


    Saturday, December 9, 2017

    Join San Jose Councilmember Johnny Khamis for a Public Safety Town Hall, presented in partnership with the San Jose Police Department, Crime Prevention Unit, and Office of Emergency Services. Meet emergency responders and get the latest holiday safety and crime prevention tips.

    RSVP: To respond and for more information, contact Andrea Hyde at (408) 535-4975 or Jose Salcido (408) 535-4979.

  • Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Christmas / Hannukah party with Andrew Klavan

    Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Christmas / Hannukah party with Andrew Klavan


    Tuesday, December 12, 2017

    Andrew KlavanThe Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley hosts a Christmas / Hanukkah party!  The featured speaker is Andrew Klavan, a pundit, author, screenwriter, podcaster, but, most importantly, a hilarious commentator with a razor wit and a unique ability to see and convey the humor in current events. Topic: “The War Against Reality: How Americans Can Do Battle Against a Culture Gone Insane”.  Buffet-style dinner will be served. Learn more.

    RSVP: Register online.  Online registration closes Saturday, December 9, 9 pm.  Time to join or renew dues.  Cost: 2018 Members – No cost; 2018 Non-members – $15. (No extra charge for the laughs or great food.) Doors open at 6:15pm; Program begins at 7:00pm. 

  • SVGOP Christmas Party

    SVGOP Christmas Party


    Wednesday, December 13, 2017

    The Santa Clara County Republican Party invites you to join Republican leaders, elected officials and locals for a festive evening to celebrate the upcoming holidays. Wine, beverages and appetizers will be provided, with live music by Jonny Neri.

    RSVP: Reply online. General Admission is $25; $35 at the door. Free to Angel donors. Event sponsorships available. 

  • West Valley RWF Christmas Luncheon

    West Valley RWF Christmas Luncheon


    Thursday, December 14, 2017

    Join the West Valley Republican Women Federated for their Christmas luncheon that will support “Next Door Solutions”, a local women’s shelter, and “Young Life Capernaum”, an organization that helps teenagers and young adults with special needs. View the invitation.

    RSVP: Reserve your seat by sending your check (made payable to West Valley RWF) by December 7th to Bunny Hacker, 55 Church Street, Unit 1301, Los Gatos, CA 95030. Cost $15. 

    SPARC Holiday Party

    SPARC Holiday Party


    Thursday, December 14, 2017

    The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) invites you to join them for their annual Holiday Party with live music, great food and lots of cheer.

    RSVP: For more information and to make your reservation, visit www.sparcgop.org. Cost: $75

  • Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Peter Coe Verbica

    Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Peter Coe Verbica


    Thursday, January 4, 2018

    The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated invite you to their luncheon meeting with special guest Peter Coe Verbica, President of the California Congress of Republicans. He will provide an update on this statewide grassroots political organization. Learn more.

    RSVP:  Please call Doris Sloniker (408) 705-2904 or go online at www.svrwf.org to make your reservations. Cost: $24. Social begins at 11:30am; Lunch at Noon.

  • Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Lance Izumi

    Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Lance Izumi


    Tuesday, January 9, 2018

    The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley welcomes speaker Lance Izumi, Senior Fellow at the Pacific Research Institute and author of the book The Corrupt Classroom. His topic will be “Corruption in the Classroom”. He will describe the educational malpractice now frequently committed in America’s classrooms and explain why parents should have the right to exit the public school system. Learn more.

    RSVP: Register Online. Online registration closes Saturday, January 6, 9 PM. Cost: 2018 Members – No charge; First Time Attendees $5; Non-members – $15. Doors open at 6:15pm; Program begins at 7:00pm. 

  • West Valley RWF Luncheon Meeting Featuring Allison Olson

    West Valley RWF Luncheon Meeting Featuring Allison Olson


    Thursday, January 18, 2018

    Join the West Valley Republican Women Federated for their January meeting with guest speaker Allison Olson, CFRW Legislative Advocate. She will present  the latest news from the California Legislature. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reserve your seat by sending your check (made payable to West Valley RWF) by January 14th to Grace Russo, 2393 Karen Drive, #3, Santa Clara, CA 95050. Cost $24. Questions? Call Grace at (408) 499-1695.

  • SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring Assemblyman Travis Allen

    SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring Assemblyman Travis Allen


    Wednesday, January 24, 2018

    The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women will host their breakfast meeting with guest speaker Assemblyman Travis Allen, Republican Candidate for Governor of California. Members are encouraged to bring a guest for free. His topic will be “It’s Time to Take Back California!”

    RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: $15 (includes buffet breakfast.) Check-in opens at 9:00am; Program begins at 9:30am.  

    SPARC Dinner with Assemblyman Vince Fong

    SPARC Dinner with Assemblyman Vince Fong


    Wednesday, January 24, 2018

    The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) invites you to join them for their January Dinner featuring Assemblyman Vince Fong (R-Bakersfield). Fong will discuss the importance of the 2018 election.

    RSVP: For more information and to make your reservation, visit www.sparcgop.org. Early-bird pricing ends January 14th. Cost: $40 for Members; $45 for Non-Members; $25 for Students. After January 21: $45 for Members; $50 for Non-members.

  • San Benito County GOP Presents Candidate Meet & Greet

    San Benito County GOP Presents Candidate Meet & Greet


    Saturday, January 27, 2018

    The San Benito County Republican Party invites you to meet your statewide candidates for Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and State Assembly. Speakers include Assembly Travis Allen, Candidate for Governor, Judge Steven Bailey, Candidate for Attorney General, Mark P. Meuser, Candidate for Secretary of State, and Neil Kitchens, Candidate for State Assembly. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reply online. This is a free event. Questions? Contact (831) 665-2502.

  • Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Michael Medved and Mike Gallagher

    Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Michael Medved and Mike Gallagher


    Tuesday, January 30, 2018

    The Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley welcomes nationally syndicated radio hosts Michael Medved and Mike Gallagher, speaking on the topic, “How the Media’s Love for Polarized Politics Led to 2016’s Shocking Election Result.”

    RSVP: Register Online. Online registration closes Saturday, January 27. Cost: 2018 Members – No charge; Non-members $25 online; $30 at the door. Doors open at 6:15pm; Program begins at 7:00pm. 

  • Stanford Presents Toomas Hendrik Ilves & Francis Fukuyama

    Stanford Presents Toomas Hendrik Ilves & Francis Fukuyama


    Wednesday, January 31, 2018

    Stanford University will host a conversation with Toomas Hendrik Ilves, former President of Estonia (2006–2016), and Francis Fukuyama, Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI) and the Mosbacher Director of FSI’s Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law (CDDRL). Their topic will be “Will Liberal Democracy Survive the 21st Century?”

    RSVP: Use this link to register.

    Hoover Institution Presents Reid Hoffman and Peter Thiel

    Hoover Institution Presents Reid Hoffman and Peter Thiel


    Wednesday, January 31, 2018

    The Hoover Institution will host “Cardinal Conversations: Reid Hoffman and Peter Thiel on ‘Technology and Politics’ moderated by Niall Ferguson”

    *The event is now sold out, but unclaimed seats will be released to the standby line at the event. Will also be streaming live here and at:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNxDMYIjCdk

  • Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Mark Meuser

    Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon Featuring Mark Meuser


    Thursday, February 1, 2018

    The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated invite you to their luncheon meeting with special guest Mark Meuser, Candidate for CA Secretary of State. Learn more.

    RSVP:  Please call Doris Sloniker (408) 705-2904 or go online at www.svrwf.org to make your reservations. Cost: $24. Social begins at 11:30am; Lunch at Noon.

  • Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Prof. Gary Wolfram

    Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley Presents Prof. Gary Wolfram


    Tuesday, February 13, 2018

    The Liberty Forum of Silicon Valley (formerly The Conservative Forum) and co-host Hillsdale College welcome speaker Gary Wolfram, William E. Simon Professor in Economics and Public Policy at Hillsdale College. His topic will be “Is Capitalism Good for the Poor?”. Learn more.

    RSVP: Register Online. Cost: 2018 Members – No charge; First Time Attendees $5; Non-members – $15. Doors open at 6:15pm; Program begins at 7:00pm. 

  • West Valley RWF Luncheon Meeting Featuring Keith De Filippis

    West Valley RWF Luncheon Meeting Featuring Keith De Filippis


    Thursday, February 15, 2018

    Join the West Valley Republican Women Federated for their February meeting with guest speaker Keith De Filippis. A military veteran and Lockheed retiree, De Filippis is an active writer of letters to the editor and he is concerned about the bias of the mainstream media. Learn more.

    RSVP: Reserve your seat by sending your check (made payable to West Valley RWF) to Grace Russo, 2393 Karen Drive, #3, Santa Clara, CA 95050. Cost $24. Questions? Call Grace at (408) 499-1695.

  • SVCA Fundraiser for Assemblyman Vince Fong

    SVCA Fundraiser for Assemblyman Vince Fong


    Sunday, February 18, 2018

    The Silicon Valley Chinese Association will celebrate the Chinese New Year and host a fundraiser for Assemblyman Vince Fong. Their special guest speaker will be Assemblywoman Catharine Baker. View the invitation.

    RSVP: Use the QR Code on the invitation or email [email protected]. Phone (408) 868-8368. Make check payable to: Vice Fong for Assembly 2018. Mail c/o Kally Rapsey, PO Box 7115, Newport Beach, CA 92658. Cost: $100 for Supporters; $500 to Co-Host; $1000 to Host. 

  • SPARC Dinner with Pete Constant

    SPARC Dinner with Pete Constant


    Wednesday, February 21, 2018

    The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition (SPARC) invites you to join them for their February Dinner featuring Pete Constant, CEO of the Retirement Security Initiative. He will discuss the “Uncertain Future of Public Employee Pensions.”

    RSVP: For more information and to make your reservation, visit www.sparcgop.org. Early-bird pricing ends February 18th. Cost: $40 for Members; $45 for Non-Members; $25 for Students. After February 18: $45 for Members; $50 for Non-members.

  • Palo Alto RWF Luncheon Featuring David Price

    Palo Alto RWF Luncheon Featuring David Price


    Thursday, February 22, 2018

    The Palo Alto Republican Women Federated will hold their monthly luncheon with guest speaker David Price, Editor and Co-Publisher of the Palo Alto Daily Post. He will discuss “Covering the News in 2018”.

    RSVP: Send check for $23 payable to PARWF to Jo’Anne Zschokke, 2285 Oberlin Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Social begins at 11:30am; Lunch at Noon. Questions? Call Jo’Anne at 857-9395. 

  • SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring Orlean Koehle on Voter Fraud

    SVARW Breakfast Meeting Featuring Orlean Koehle on Voter Fraud


    Wednesday, February 28, 2018

    The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women will host their breakfast meeting with guest speaker Orlean Koehle, author and President of Eagle Forum of California. She will discuss the voting process and voter fraud.

    RSVP: Purchase tickets online. Cost: $15 (includes buffet breakfast.) Check-in opens at 9:00am; Program begins at 9:30am.  

    SVGOP Lincoln Reception with Brian Dahle

    SVGOP Lincoln Reception with Brian Dahle


    Wednesday, February 28, 2018

    Assembly Republican Leader Brian DahleThe Santa Clara County Republican Party hosts its 2018 Lincoln Reception. The highlight will be California State Assembly Republican Minority Leader Brian Dahle discussing the 2018 goals for the legislature. Enjoy wine and appetizers while conversing with local GOP community leaders and elected officials.

    Brian Dahle has represented Assembly District 1 since 2012. Previously, he served as a Lassen County Supervisor for 16 years. Brian works across party lines for job creation and economic development in the rural North State and throughout California. See the flyer.

    6:00 – 7:00 PM VIP Reception
    7:00 – 9:00 PM General Reception

    RSVP: Register online here or send in the form.  Tickets: $45 General Reception; $100 VIP & General Reception.  Sponsorship Levels:
    $ 250 – Bronze (Includes 2 tickets to VIP & General Reception)
    $ 500 – Silver (Includes 4 tickets to VIP & General Reception)