February 11th Dinner Meeting & Event

Alamo Women’s Club | Check-in 5:30 PM | Dinner 6:30 PM

Join Us to Hear Kevin McGary, President of the Frederick Douglass Foundation, present:

"Dilemmas & Delusions of DEI"

Be part of an important conversation on faith, freedom, and truth. The Frederick Douglass Foundation is dedicated to advancing Biblical justice, civic engagement, and the defense of timeless American principles. Hear Kevin McGary expose the dilemmas of DEI and offer clear, principled solutions rooted in faith and history.

About the Speaker

Kevin McGary is a ministry leader, entrepreneur, author, and public speaker with more than 35 years of professional experience and a deep commitment to faith-based civic engagement. He currently serves as Chairman of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of California and is an executive with the Douglass Leadership Institute and Northstar Leadership PAC. McGary is also the co-founder of Every Black Life Matters (EBLM), a moral and faith-based organization dedicated to advancing Biblical justice and civic engagement as a principled alternative to mainstream social movements.

He is an accomplished author with several published books, including DEI in 3D (2023), WOKEd UP! (2022), and The Archetypes of American Politics (2024), which examine cultural, political, and social issues through a lens rooted in faith and American principles. McGary holds a Ph.D. in Christian Ministry Leadership and Management and is active in supporting pastors and ministry leaders around the world.

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Dinner Menu - Reservation & Selection Required

Entrée Choices: Chicken pasta with garlic butter sauce OR Prawns pasta with garlic butter sauce

Sides: Caesar salad, fresh vegetable medley, and French/garlic bread.
Vegetarian Option: Pasta marinara with seasoned tofu*

After reserving, email your meal choice to [email protected]
Deadline: Saturday, February 7 at 3:00 PM

➡️ If no meal selection is received by the deadline, chicken pasta will be served by default. 

*Note: Vegan option available by request only. Email the club email address to request

Reservations

Meal reservation deadline: Saturday, February 7 at 3:00 PM
Walk-ins for no-meal reservations are available online and with exact payment at the door.
For reservation assistance, please contact Teresa Rodgers at [email protected]

Note: Speaker, cake & coffee only reservation option available for $25. Walk-ins may also use this option.

Opportunity Drawing

Enter to win one of two gift baskets valued at $100 each!
🎫 Tickets: $20 for 5 • $10 for 2
Two winners will be selected. 

💵 Bring cash and/or checks to participate.
🏆 Two winners will be selected

Silent Auction Highlights

🍰 Valentine’s Day Desserts

Indulge in beautifully homemade desserts donated by MDRC members—perfect for Valentine’s Day, sharing with loved ones, or enjoying anytime.

🍷 Glennhawk Vineyards Harvest Party + 3 Bottles of Wine

Enjoy an exclusive harvest party at Glennhawk Vineyards, a private boutique vineyard in Danville, hosted at the home of MDRC members Glenn & Linda Novotny—plus three bottles of Glennhawk wine.

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March 11 Dinner Meeting

Meet the Republican Candidates – June 2 Primary

Join the Mt. Diablo Republican Club for a special evening with Republican candidates running for Governor and key local offices.

Hear directly from the candidates, learn their priorities, and show your support.

Event Details & Reservations

Location: Alamo Women’s Club – Alamo, CA
Date: March 11
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

5:00 PM – Check-in & Social Hour
6:00 PM – Dinner Served
6:30 PM – Business Meeting
6:45 PM – Speaker Presentations
8:15 PM – Moderated Q&A
9:00 PM – Meeting Concludes

🎟 Admission:
$50 – MDRC Members / $60 – Non-Members

Dinner Reservations

Meal Reservation Deadline: Sunday, March 8 at 10:00 AM

This event is expected to sell out, so reserve your meal early to guarantee your spot!

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Featured Gubernatorial Candidates

Dr. Greg Albaugh

Navy Captain (Ret.), vascular surgeon, and California native, Dr. Albaugh brings over 30 years of military and medical leadership experience. He served in Okinawa and Djibouti, coordinating high-level medical and evacuation operations across Africa and the Middle East.

After retiring from the Navy in 2024, he has focused on election integrity, civic education, and restoring principled leadership in California. He emphasizes calm decision-making, problem solving, and constitutional governance.

🔗 Campaign Website: Click Here

Campaign Bio

Chad Bianco

Sheriff Chad Bianco has served over 31 years in law enforcement and currently serves as the elected Sheriff of Riverside County. After graduating at the top of his academy class, he dedicated his career to public safety and was elected Sheriff in 2018.

During his tenure, he worked to stabilize department finances, increase staffing, and restore partnerships with local agencies. He has been a vocal advocate for criminal justice reform at the state level, including support for Proposition 36. Bianco emphasizes public safety, accountability, and leadership grounded in faith, family, and service.

🔗 Campaign Website: biancoforgovernor.com

Campaign Bio 

Local Candidates 

Katherine Piccinini

Candidate for U.S. Congress – District 10

Oakley resident and longtime community leader, Katherine Piccinini is running on a platform of public safety, parental rights, fiscal responsibility, and government transparency. Coming from a law enforcement family, she prioritizes honoring first responders and protecting families.

A mother of four and grandmother of five, she previously led East Contra Costa Republican Women and has served in multiple county and state party leadership roles. In 2024, she received over 122,000 votes — the highest total for a non-incumbent congressional candidate in the region.

🔗 Campaign Website: piccinini4congress.com

Joe Rubay

Candidate for State Assembly – District 16

Joe Rubay is a longtime Contra Costa County resident, small business owner, and community leader with over 30 years of experience operating his own real estate appraisal firm. A graduate of Cal State East Bay with a degree in Accounting and Business Management, he brings a strong background in fiscal responsibility and private-sector leadership.

Rubay has served as Chair and now Vice Chair of the Alamo Police Services Advisory Committee and is a past member of the Contra Costa County Fair Board. He supports policies focused on public safety, parental involvement in education, and strengthening families and small businesses across the 16th Assembly District.

🔗 Campaign Website: rubay4assembly.com

Meeting Protocol

To ensure a respectful and efficient program:

Questions will be taken only during moderated Q&A

Questions must be genuine questions (not commentary)

All questions will be moderated by an MDRC Board member

Dinner Menu - Reservation Required

Entrée Choices: Honey mustard chicken 

Sides: spring green salad, baby red potatoes, green beans with shallot butter, assorted breads.
Vegetarian Option: Pasta marinara with seasoned tofu* 
Deadline: Sunday, March 8 at 10:00 AM

*Note: Vegan option available by request only. Email the club email at [email protected]

Reservations

Meal reservation deadline: Sunday, March 8 at 10:00 AM
Walk-ins for no-meal reservations are available online and with exact payment at the door.
For reservation assistance, please contact Teresa Rodgers at [email protected]

Note: Speaker, cake & coffee only reservation option available for $25. Walk-ins may also use this option.

Wine Donations & Opportunity Drawing

Bring a newly purchased bottle of wine ($25+ value) to support future MDRC fundraisers and receive two free opportunity drawing tickets.

Enter to win one of two gift baskets valued at $100 each!
🎫 Tickets: $20 for 5 • $10 for 2
Two winners will be selected. 

💵 Bring cash and/or checks to participate.
🏆 Two winners will be selected

🌟 Young Republicans Spotlight Night

Mt. Diablo Republican Club Special Dinner Meeting

Join us for a special evening celebrating the next generation of Republican leaders who are making a difference in our local community and across California.

You won’t want to miss the opportunity to hear from inspiring and dedicated young Republican speakers as they share their vision, their work, and how they are empowering students and young professionals to support Republican causes.

📅 Event Schedule
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Dinner Served: 6:30 PM
Meeting: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Featured Speakers

🇺🇸 TPUSA Los Medanos College Chapter

Jay Benitez – President
Sharing how Turning Point USA is engaging and equipping students on campus to stand for conservative values.

👉 Visit Organization Website: https://www.tpusalmc.org

👉 Read Biography: Jay Benitez Biography

🇺🇸 Young Republicans of Contra Costa County

Gabe Scodeller – President
Discussing local youth engagement and efforts to grow Republican leadership in our county.

👉 Read Biography: East Bay Young Republicans

🇺🇸 Young Republican Activist

Jack Belgrade
A passionate advocate working to mobilize young conservatives in our community.

👉 Read Biography: Jack Belgrade Biography

🇺🇸 Hillsdale Collect Admissions Counselor

Anna Eddy

Anna is a Hillsdale College Admissions Counselor who graduated in 2025 with a degree in Exercise Science, where she was active in Kappa Kappa Gamma (as VP of Internal Affairs) and served as a student athletic trainer for the football team.

👉 Read Biography: Anna Eddy Biography

Special Student Offer

We are proud to support the next generation.

Full-time students who attend will receive:
✔️ A FREE 4-course meal
✔️ FREE membership in Mt. Diablo Republican Club

📩 RSVP required for free student reservations by contacting:
Teresa Rodgers – [email protected]

Young Republicans — bring your friends!

Republican Adults — Come Show Your Support

We encourage members and community leaders to attend and demonstrate support for young Republicans from your neighborhoods, families, churches, schools, charitable groups, and local businesses.

Let’s show them we care and stand ready to help them navigate the challenges of America’s future.

Reservations

Meal Reservation Deadline:
🗓 Monday, April 6th at 10:00 AM

📅 Event Schedule
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Dinner Served: 6:30 PM
Meeting: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Walk-in / No-Meal Reservations:
Available online or at the door
💵 Exact cash or check required

For reservation questions or vegetarian requests:
📩 Teresa Rodgers – [email protected]

Menu

Taco salad with olives, tomatoes, tortilla chips, cheese & Southwestern dressing; Cheese & chicken enchiladas; Mexican rice & beans; Homemade chips & salsa

Vegetarian Option:
Penne pasta with basil, garlic, fresh tomato & herbs with seasoned tofu

🎟 Opportunity Drawing

Enter to win one of two wonderful prizes:

🎁 Starbucks basket with gift card
🎁 Armagnac gift basket (valued at $85)

Ticket Prices:
$20 – 5 tickets
$10 – 2 tickets
💵 Cash or checks accepted
Two winners will be selected

🍷 Wine Donations Needed

Please donate a newly purchased bottle of wine ($25+ value) at check-in to support future fundraisers.

As a thank-you, you’ll receive two free opportunity drawing tickets.

🎁 Free Door Prize Drawing

We’ll also host a free drawing featuring fun and patriotic items as a thank-you to our members and supporters.

📌 Meeting Protocol

To ensure a respectful and organized event:

Questions will be taken at the end of each presentation

Questions must be genuine questions (not commentary)

All questions will be moderated by a Board member

Questions should relate directly to presentation material

Submit advance questions to:
📩 [email protected]

Spring Cocktail Party in Walnut Creek 

Let’s celebrate the spring season together!

You’re invited to a spring-themed cocktail party at a member’s home in Walnut Creek. Bring your good spirits and enjoy a relaxed evening of great conversation, food, and camaraderie. Members and their Republican guests are welcome.

Event Details:
What: Spring Cocktail Party
Why: To enjoy each other’s company and celebrate the season
Where: Member’s home in Walnut Creek (address provided after RSVP)
When: Thursday, April 30 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Who: Members and their guests

Food & Drinks:
Hearty appetizers, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.

Cost:
Free for all attendees

Optional Contributions:
Beverage and food donations are appreciated. If you would like to bring an appetizer or beverage to share, please indicate when you RSVP.

RSVP Information:
RSVP required by April 23
Please RSVP to Holly Cafiero at: [email protected]

Space is limited, so early responses are encouraged.

Dine for a Cause at Virtue + Vice

Spread the word and mark your calendars!

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve partnered with Virtue + Vice in Danville for our annual fundraising event, “Dine for a Cause.”

This is a wonderful opportunity for our club to raise funds through the generosity of Virtue + Vice and the support of our incredible community!

Event Details

Location: Virtue + Vice
Virtue + Vice Danville | Danville, CA

Date: May 13 | Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

How It Works

✔️ The restaurant will generously donate 10% of all food and beverage sales (dine-in or takeout).
✔️ 100% of the tips from guests will go directly to MDRC.

🎯 Our fundraising goal is $2,500, and we need a fantastic turnout and generous tipping to reach it!

Invite your family, friends, neighbors — anyone who wants to enjoy a fabulous evening while supporting a meaningful cause. The more participants we have, the greater our success!

Treat yourself to a delicious meal (no cooking required!) and help us make this event unforgettable.

🍽️ View the Menu

Delicious Dinner Menu:
👉 https://www.virtueandvicedanville.com/menu

Download Promotional Flyer

Download Detailed Promotional Flyer:
👉 Dine for a Cause Dinner Details

Make Your Reservation

Reservations are available from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

If you prefer to dine outdoors, please indicate that when booking.

You do not need to provide individual guest names — simply indicate the total number attending.
Tables can accommodate up to 15 guests.

 7 or Fewer Guests

Reserve online:
👉 https://www.virtueandvicedanville.com

8 or More Guests

Call the restaurant directly:
📞 (925) 406-4867

Order Takeout

To place a takeout order, call:
📞 (925) 406-4867

Menu available here:
👉 https://www.virtueandvicedanville.com/menu

💛 Can’t Attend?

If you cannot attend but would still like to contribute, please consider making an online donation: Online Donation Link

June Event  + Speaker Details

📍Location:
Alamo Women’s Club, 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo, CA

Doors open 5:30 pm – Hors d’oeuvres & social Dinner served 6:30 pm | Speaker begins 7:00 pm

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Featured Speaker: Nan Su Senior Reporter, The Epoch Times

Born and raised in China, Mr. Nan Su came to the United States in 1989. Since 2003, he has served as a news commentator for SOH International Chinese Radio Network and NTD International TV Network. He is currently a Senior Reporter for The Epoch Times, a conservative newspaper published in 36 countries and 22 languages. Mr. Su resides in San Jose with his wife and two daughters.

Presentation Title: The CCP’s Economic Warfare Against America

Nearly 25 years after Congress granted China most-favored-nation trade status, the U.S. faces a dramatically altered economic landscape. This presentation reveals Beijing’s strategic playbook for achieving economic dominance, its goals, strategies, and tactics to dismantle American industries, and how China systematically acquires U.S. technologies — often through covert means.

Meeting Protocol

Speaker will take questions only at the conclusion of the presentation during the moderated Q&A session. Questions must be concise, respectful, and presented as genuine questions rather than commentary. All questions will be moderated by a Board member. Questions may also be submitted in advance to: [email protected]

📝 Reservations Meal Reservation Deadline: Monday, June 8th at 10:00 AM

Menu: BBQ Chicken with bacon & caramelized onions, summer corn salad, garden salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, croutons and Ranch or Thousand Island dressing, scalloped potatoes, assortment of breads & butter. Vegetarian Option: Penne pasta with basil, garlic, fresh tomato, herbs and crumbled seasoned tofu.

Walk-ins / No-Meal Option (includes speaker program, snacks, coffee & dessert): $25 cash or exact check at the door.

Special May–June Membership Promotion New Members: Only $25 for 2026 membership

**New Members attending June 10: Only $25 additional for the full meal (Total $50)

Renewals (2025 members): $25 for 2026 membership

This promotion is available through June 30, 2026. **New members = individuals who were not members in 2025. Renewals are not eligible for the discounted meal rate.

Click here to join or renew: https://www.mtdiablorepublicans.club/membership

Or mail the completed form: MDRC, PO Box 3177, Danville, CA 94526 (2026 Membership Form attached)

🍷 Wine Donations Needed Bring a newly purchased bottle of wine ($25+ value) at check-in and receive two free opportunity drawing tickets.

🎟 Opportunity Drawing $20 for 5 tickets | $10 for 2 tickets Two prizes — each valued at $110: • 2 bottles of wine + $25 See’s gift card • 2 bottles of wine + Swarovski handmade necklace & bracelet set

🎟 Free Door Prize Drawing Fun patriotic items for members and guests.

Questions? Contact Barbara Wilson at [email protected] or [email protected]