January 2025 Book Club
2025-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Grande El Toro Mexican Cuisine, 825 Williamston Street, Vista, CA, 92084, United States

January 2025 Executive Committee Meeting - Palomar District
2025-01-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom

You Can STOP Human Trafficking
2025-01-21 15:00 - 19:00 | One Safe Place, 1050 Los Vallecitos Blvd #351, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Free Forum Keynote Address ️ SUMMER STEPHAN, San Diego District Attorney

January 2025 Monthly Evening Meeting
2025-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
In January, our program will celebrate art with watercolors where we’ll be guided by Kene Lohmann from the Escondido Art Association to create our very own watercolor paintings.
We’ll also be in our new home at Shadowridge Golf Club. You will get to choose from three dinner entrees, and special dietary needs will be honored. The bar will also be available for those of you who would like a cocktail with dinner.
The evening begins at 6PM and includes a short club meeting, the program with paint materials included, your meal, and informal networking. Cost is $20, and RSVPs are required by January 15, 2025. RSVP by clicking one of the blue boxes to the right on this page.
About the Speaker:
Born and raised in North San Diego County, Kene Lohmann grew up painting since early childhood, developing his passion for watercolor. He was privileged to study under noted San Diego County water colorist, Thelma Speed Houston.
Kene later spent a number of years in Hawaii, where he continued to study, paint and exhibit his works. His colorful landscapes invite the viewer into the painting for a visual escape.
His love of nature and the world around us is captured in his works that dazzle the eye with their intense color palette. “I strive for that emotional reaction connecting the viewer to my work,” states the artist.
Kene’s watercolors are treasured in many private collections throughout the United States and Europe. His watercolors have earned numerous awards in juried shows and exhibitions.

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WCV Walks - January 2025
2025-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Buena Vista Park, 1601 Shadowridge Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Let’s Walk. Come and join as WCV starts a walking group. Meet at the Duck Pond. Parking and restrooms are available onsite. RSVP to Lizf@thewomansclubofvista.org

GFWC: ESO Beyond the Page, Mystery with a Mission
2025-01-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
GFWC Learning Gateway Series
ESO Beyond the Page with Amy Peele, GFWC Education and Libraries/Health and Wellness Honorary Chairman – Amy is an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author. Her Transplant Medical Murder Mystery series is referred to as “mystery with a mission and a side of humor” and enjoys five-star reviews on Goodreads and Amazon. We will focus on the first of the series CUT, and how she brought 35-year career in transplantation field to the pages of the series.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G_sQbcBrTPKZNlTPF2P60A#/registration

January 2025 Palomar District Board of Directors Meeting
2025-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Fallbrook Woman’s Club, 238 W Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028, United States
WCV will pay for half the registration fee for member who would like to attend.
Agenda

New Member Orientation
2025-02-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

February 2025 Board Meeting
2025-02-05 09:00 - 12:00 | SmartSpace Conference Room, 450 S. Melrose Dr, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
All WCV members are welcome to attend.

Heart Health Awareness Month
2025-02-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
GFWC Learning Gateway Series
Jude Mabone, Miss District of Columbia 2023 and GFWC Health and Wellness Honorary Chairman presents during Heart Health Awareness Month. Her own heart health scare has brought her to working with the American Heart Association. She will share her life’s journey and the importance of CPR/AED training,
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_piJ9E1ttTFatefH8aTEGgg#/registration

2025 CFWC Winter Board
2025-02-06 - 2025-02-08 | CA
https://www.cfwc.org/wp-content/uploads/February-BOARD-2025-TENTATIVE-AGENDA.pdf

February 2025 Friendraisers
2025-02-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Old Spaghetti Factory, 111 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States

WCV Crafts - February 2025
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
Join us at this brand new monthly event! We’ll gather at a member’s house to work on our craft projects. These projects can include sewing, needlework, art, crafts, or just about anything.
Bring your project and a snack.
At Cindi Tosczak’s house. Please check your membership roster for the address.

The Role Storytelling Plays in Advancing a Brand and Building Membership
2025-02-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
GFWC Learning Gateway Series
Leslie Capps, Founder Wild Woman Marketing and GFWC Communications Honorary Chairman Storytelling as a marketing strategy to gain local recognition and increase membership. Personal Connections are the key to building membership. We will delve into how your GFWC gives purpose to your journey as a volunteer.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wks9DfvaTgWz1vxNsuUxjg#/registration

Sisters in Federation North to South
2025-02-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Contact Sonja for Zoom codes.

February 2025 Monthly Day Meeting
2025-02-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Volunteering with Tri City Medical Center Auxiliary
Our February health and wellness meeting will help us learn more about the nonprofit Tri City Hospital Auxiliary. We are also excited to welcome one of the HOBY Leadership Seminar Alumni for student leadership, Sienna Trinh at our meeting to give us a report on her experience.
Nearly 500 volunteers aged 15 to 95 serve in more than 20 departments and programs at the Tri-City Medical Center in Oceanside to promote the health and well-being of the community. Volunteers bring comfort to patients, support visitors and family, and provide assistance to the medical staff.
The Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary is an independent 501(c) non-profit organization working closely with the Tri-City Hospital Foundation and the Tri-City Medical Center seeking the best possible outcomes for its community.
Valerie Barros, Recording Secretary, will present a program on volunteer opportunities. People from all walks of life find enjoyment, meaning and fulfillment in volunteer work benefiting others. As volunteers, we bring joy to our lives as we contribute to our community.
Find out more about Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary here:
https://tricityhospitalauxiliary.org/

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February 2025 Book Club
2025-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Rancho Grande El Toro Mexican Cuisine, 825 Williamston Street, Vista, CA, 92084, United States
Our February book is Girl in Disguise by Greer MacAllister, and is set in the 1850s and 1860s that tells the story of Kate Warne, the real-life first female detective hired by the Pinkerton Agency in Chicago.
Military Service project: We are planning a book project to collect paperback mysteries and general interest books (No romance or religion/war or hardback) for service people.
Literacy project: We are also doing research for the possibility of small library of free books to be used in public areas (laundromats) and other neighborhood areas.
Goal: Please start gathering up books you wish to donate for our projects. We will have more information at the meeting.
Questions? So many books, so little time. What to expect? By joining a book club, we provide several benefits including: meeting new people, stimulating critical thinking, expanding your knowledge by exploring different themes and perspectives, improving communication skills, fostering a sense of community, and creating accountability for reading regularly. Our Vista Womens Book Club provides a social space to delve deeper into literatureand engage with ideas beyond just reading a book. We discuss the book and our book leader has structured questions for us. We often find hidden topics in the book for discussion.
Join us at the Book club and you can contact Susan D. if you have questions.

February 2025 WCV Walks
2025-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA, 92084, United States
Join us on February 22nd at the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, Vista’s hidden gem. Admission is free for WCV members. Following the walk, we will sit at the picnic tables and share some snacks. Contact Kaley McHale at kaleym@thewomansclubofvista.org.

February 2025 Monthly Evening Meeting
2025-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
In February, we’ll support our primary fundraiser of the year, the Second Annual Vista Fun Walk for Autism Awareness and Acceptance, by creating Swift bracelets for the walkers.
We’ll also be in our new home at Shadowridge Golf Club. You will get to choose from three dinner entrees, and special dietary needs will be honored. The bar will also be available for those of you who would like a cocktail with dinner.
The evening begins at 6PM and includes a short club meeting, the program with bracelet materials included, your meal, and informal networking. Cost is $25, and RSVPs are required by February 19, 2025. Online advance payments are required for both guests and members.
About Swift Bracelets
A Swift bracelet is a type of friendship bracelet that is typically made of beads using a variety of colors and spelling out different words and catchphrases.
It’s named after Taylor Swift because Swifties swapped bracelets during the Eras tour. While the bracelets spelled out song lyrics, titles, or fandom inside jokes, ours will promote autism awareness, encourage neurodiversity, and contain uplifting phrases for the walkers.
About the Second Annual Vista Fun Walk for Autism Awareness and Acceptance
The Woman’s Club of Vista (WCV) is hosting the Second Annual Vista Fun Walk for Autism Awareness and Acceptance on April 6, 2025 from 11AM to 3PM at the Vista Civic Center. It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for WCV and all proceeds go to Vista nonprofits and nonprofit organizations that support autism research, awareness, and acceptance.
In 2024, we partnered with The Autism Society of San Diego, the Shine Project Foundation, Moonlight Youth Theater and Blissful Seeds, along with several for-profit companies to bring the First Annual Fun Walk for Autism Awareness and Acceptance to Vista, CA. We hope you’ll join us in 2025 as an exhibitor, sponsor, or walker!
Visit our special autism website for more information and to sign up as an exhibitor, sponsor, or walker.
https://vistawalkforautism.org/

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March 2025 Board Meeting
2025-03-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA, 92084, United States

March 2025 Friendraisers
2025-03-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Jackson’s Sports Bar and Grill, 721 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA, 92083, United States

WCV Crafts - March 2025
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | CA

March 2025 Monthly Day Meeting
2025-03-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
The Shine Project Foundation
Monique Haithcock, Parent Support Specialist from The Shine Project Foundation, will present our program in March. The Shine Project Foundation works with special needs families to enrich their lives and enhance their well-being.
The program begins at 10AM and includes a club meeting, the program, your meal, and informal networking. We meet at Shadowridge Golf Club. You will get to choose from three lunch entrees, and special dietary needs will be honored. Cost is $25, and RSVPs are required by March 5, 2025. Online advance payments are required for guests. Exact change is required when paying in cash.
About Monique Haithcock, our speaker
Monique is a wellness coach who creates special events and experiences for families with special needs. She brings families and communities together so they can share their journeys and support and enrich each other. Monique has first-hand experience as a parent raising an autistic nonspeaking son.
About the Shine Project Foundation
The Shine Project Foundation is a small nonprofit based in Carlsbad. Our mission is to bridge the gap between special needs families and their local communities by partnering with businesses and organizations to provide free enrichment and inclusive events. These events are designed to connect families with local resources, raise awareness, and strengthen outreach within the community. They also promote a healthy, active, and creative lifestyle, fostering overall well-being for individuals with special needs. All of our events are free for special needs families, thanks to the generous support of our community partners, donations, and sponsorships. Your donations make it possible for us to offer these events at no cost to families, allowing them to simply Show Up and Shine!

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March 2025 Food Bank Shift
2025-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | North County Food Bank, 3030 Enterprise Court, Ste. A., Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Thank you for your willingness to volunteer at the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank Warehouse, located at 3030 Enterprise Court Vista, CA 92081. 10 spaces have been reserved for Woman’s Club of Vista to volunteer on March 13 from 6-8 pm.
Please look for a separate email from WCV containing detailed instructions on how to sign up. Email sandil@thewomansclubofvista.org for more.

GFWC Learning Gateway Series - Fabric Art
2025-03-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
When Passion and Purpose CollideAnn Lauer, Quilt Pattern and Fabric Designer and GFWC Arts & Culture Honorary Chairman.
During this webinar, you will hear how traveling in Bwindi, Uganda, to see mountain gorillas brought Ann Lauer’s passion for fabric art full circle as she was introduced to Ride 4 Woman. This non-profit organization supports local women struggling with domestic violence, poverty, and homelessness. Ride 4 Woman teaches these women to sew and quilt to earn a living. Register and listen to this intriguing story.https://bit.ly/4hJccQO

March 2025 Book Club
2025-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Rancho Grande El Toro Mexican Cuisine, 825 Williamston Street, Vista, CA, 92084, United States
March’s book is Laurus by Eugene Vodolazkin, suggested by Sari. Learn about our military project, our literacy project and more!

WCV Walks - March 2025
2025-03-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Batiquitos Lagoon, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad, CA, 92011, United States
This month’s walk will be at the Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad at 7380 Gabbiano Lane. It is a flat terrain walk and perfect for all fitness levels. Please note that our walk is for Saturday, March 22nd and will start at 9:00am. Please email Kaley at kaleym@thewomansclubofvista.org to sign up.

March 2025 Monthly Evening Meeting
2025-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
In March, we’ll hear from one of our very own members, Veronica Vasquez, who serves as a Community Safety Commissioner for the City of Vista (District 3). The purpose of the Community Safety Commission is to conduct meaningful and constructive dialogue with the City’s Fire Department and law enforcement services provider on public safety concerns, issues and priorities, and ensure that concerns are addressed in a collaborative and effective manner.
With the support of the Vista Sheriff’s Department and Fire Department, Veronica and her fellow Commissioners analyze data and discuss strategies to enhance safety in Vista. Their top priorities are addressing drugs, ghost guns, and domestic violence. Currently, they are developing a Crime Reduction Plan, where each commissioner contributes ideas to create a comprehensive plan for the City Council.
Veronica has served in her position for two years. Her commitment to this work began after losing her son to drug addiction in 2021. Helping other families facing similar Challenges has become her passion.
The Community Safety Commission is a volunteer position with a four-year commitment. There are seven commissioners and 2 non-voting youth members that serve one year. The group meets on the second Thursday of every other month in the City Chambers, and the public is welcome to attend and share their questions and concerns.
WCV@Night will again meet at Shadowridge Golf Club, where you will get to choose from three dinner entrees, and special dietary needs will be honored. The bar will also be available for those of you who would like a cocktail with dinner.
Check-in is open at 5:40 PM. The program begins at 6PM and includes a short club meeting with announcements, the program with speaker, your meal, and informal networking. Cost is $25, and RSVPs are required by March 19, 2025. Online advance payments are required for both guests and members.

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April 2025 Board Meeting
2025-04-02 10:00 - 13:00 | SmartSpace Conference Room, 450 S. Melrose Dr, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

April 2025 Friendraisers
2025-04-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Fish House Vera Cruz, 360 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
