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Welcome to the Laguna Beach CA Branch of AAUW

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a nationwide network of more than 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 branches, and 800 college/university institution partners. The mission of AAUW is to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.  Our active Laguna Beach branch encourages girls and women from the elementary through college level to pursue education, with scholarships being a key component of our outreach programs.  The branch was founded in 1967 and includes over 150 residents of Laguna Beach and surrounding communities.  Please explore our website to discover more of what we do and consider joining us!

Tickets Are Now on Sale!

 

Join us for Books, Brunch, and Bellinis at our 33rd annual Literary Brunch,
featuring three award-winning authors.

Surf & Sand Resort • 1555 So. Coast Hwy • Laguna Beach, CA
9-10am Registration, Silent Auction, Book Sales & Signing
10am Brunch Program Begins

For the health and safety of the authors, our members, guests, and hotel staff, the event will
follow all local and state health guidelines, and the following protocols will be maintained:

    • Hotel staff will wear masks while serving
    • Guests must wear masks unless seated
    • No ticket sales at the door
    • Proof of vaccination* required by October 26, 2021

TICKETS are $125.00 when purchased before October 26 ($135 afterwards if space available).
Tickets will be held at door.

HOW TO PURCHASE (2 STEPS):
1. SEND in your proof of COVID-19 vaccination* and THIS REPLY CARD –> Print This Reply Card

2. PAY

*We can accept as proof a hard copy or digital scan (or photo) of your CDC vaccination card or
your digital COVID-19 vaccination record, which can be obtained online at: myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov/

Proof of Vaccination must be either:

    • Enclosed with your check(s) and Reply Card
    • Mailed separately to AAUW-LBF, P.O. Box 189, Laguna Beach, CA 92652
    • Or, emailed to: aauwlbevents@gmail.com

For more details about the authors, the event, and the scholarships and programs that the
proceeds will support, please visit the event webpage.

AAUW-LB Board of Directors 2021-22

The newly elected AAUW-Laguna Beach executive Board members are:

President:  Sigrid Moranz
Co-Vice Presidents:  Nancy Miller and Madeleine Peterson
Programs Co-Chairs:  Audrey Locke, Jean Vivrette
Membership Chair:  Jean Brotherton
Treasurer:  Roberta Kanter
Secretary:  Alison King

 

On June 13, 2021, AAUW LB incoming and outgoing board members gathered at Madeleine Peterson’s home to officially install the 2021-2022 branch Board of Directors. The installation was the board’s first maskless, in person gathering since the COVID-19 virus appeared more than a year ago. Everyone was happy to see one another! Outgoing co-President Farie Momayez introduced the incoming board members and presented each with a ceramic planter representing a female Greek god. After the installation, attendees told how they first got involved with AAUW. A delicious lunch of salad and quiche was served along with white and red sangria. The photos tell it all!

Board Retreat

The board gathered for its annual retreat on Sunday, August 8, to generate ideas and plan for the coming year.  The upcoming November 6 Literary Brunch, as well as other programs under consideration, were reviewed.  Ideas were generated for a possible 2nd fund raiser to be held in the spring of 2022.  Board members received updates on the scholarships awarded in 2020-21 and a discussion was held on how to communicate with, attract, and retain, members.  Attached are a few photos from the retreat.  Members are encouraged to check this website frequently to stay current on all branch programs and events.