Sacramento Branch of AAUW

Citrus Heights American River AAUW

Present “The Rights Stuff”  Season 2

The Right to Learn from Another’s Journey

Lights, Camera, Action!!

Two Branches Host Author’s Luncheon By Hedda Smithson

April 26 at the North Ridge Country Club saw almost 70 of us gather to enjoy one another and meet Archana Maniar, author of Dry Spells, her first – but  not her last — novel.

Host branches, Sacramento and CHAR, welcomed several members of the Roseville Branch as well. Dr. Maniar brought her parents, Bakula and Harshad, as well as her children, Kavita and Sanjay Thornton (who helped sell copies of their mom’s book). Several of us brought guests who then became members. Easy as pie!

The election of president and program director went smoothly with a couple of volunteers from the audience. Congratulations to   Co-Presidents Karen Burley and Cathy Locke, as well as Program Director Fay Grundel. We wish them a smooth and interesting next two years.

The AAUW CA Annual Event occurred at the same time as our luncheon but, thanks to technology, we are able to watch what happened. Log on to AAUW CA. On the home page there is an image called “AAUW 2025 Annual Event, Pivoting 4 Our Future.” There is a “Click here to view” button. You will listen to our state leaders and some keynote speakers, as well as catch up on the branch donation statistics, 5 Star winners, branch program recognitions, the three Speech Trek finalists and much, much, more.

Bringing guests who become members is very powerful. Think about friends and neighbors who share our passion and our mission. Include them in your small group meetings and prepare a 30-second “elevator speech” to grab their attention (can give your speech in the time it takes to ride the elevator).

If you enjoyed our membership year, think about how you can become involved. Meet new people – discover your own hidden talents – and have a lot of fun in the process. Reach out to our current branch leaders for guidance. And THANKS!

Sacramento Branch of AAUW

Citrus Heights American River AAUW

Present “The Rights Stuff”  Season Two

The Right to Learn from Another’s Journey

Lights, Camera, Action!!

Saturday, April 26, 2025, 11 AM to 2 PM

North Ridge Country Club, 7600 Madison Ave. Fair Oaks

Many of us came to AAUW through books and book groups. That’s why the annual authors’ luncheon is a fan favorite.

This year we bring you Archana Maniar, an infectious disease specialist in Sacramento affiliated with the UC Davis Medical Center. She received her medical degree from UC Davis School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Writing has been a big part of her life. We will learn about her book Dry Spells – When the rain stops, what will be revealed? A work of fiction, it has been described as  “A beautiful, vivid and atmospheric … story of loss and redemption” – Fiona Valpy from Goodreads.

Guests are welcome at our events, but please arrange for a separate registration form for each attendee. To honor the requirements of the kitchen at North Ridge, the deadline for registering is Friday, April 18.

The meal includes a choice of Chicken Marsala (with roasted potatoes and grilled vegetables) or Bay Shrimp Louis (mixed greens Bay Shrimp, avocado, eggs, tomatoes and Thousand Island Dressing on the side) or Butternut Squash Ravioli (with brown sage butter, Parmesan and steamed vegetables). Our choices for dessert are Chocolate Mousse Cake or Fruit Cup. Bread, Coffee, Iced Tea, Hot Tea and Water will be offered as well. Doors open at 11; lunch will be served at noon. We will have lots of time to socialize and buy her books.

The cost is $32. See details below.

• Write a personal check payable to AAUW Sacramento and mail to Reservations Coordinator (mailing address below) OR
• Click here to use a credit card. Fees will apply. Sales will close at noon on April 18.

Here is the registration form for paying by check. Please print neatly.

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Name:                                                                             Branch:                                   

Email address                                                      

Meal choices (circle one in each category)

Main: Chicken or Salad or Ravioli

Dessert: Cake or Fruit

Please mail this form and a check for $32 written to AAUW Sacramento to Hedda Smithson, 4033 Main Street, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Make sure it arrives before the April 18 deadline! Thanks!