The Front Line in the Battle for Humanity

Arguably, the balance of power in world politics currently turns on the Ukrainian fight for freedom against Russian aggression. For over a year the Ukrainians have been fighting for their very survival as a nation-state against a terrorizing neighbor. The West has been sending military aid, but is it enough?

Oleksii Chuiko, a native of Kyiv and a graduate of Cal, is an authority on the current conflict as well as a leading spokesman for the Ukrainian diaspora in California. During his 16 years in the United States, Oleksii has actively taken part in community, non-profit and political causes, but nothing is closer to his heart than defending the freedom of his motherland.

Check-in: 6:00pm | Speaker Begins: 7:15pm | Dinner served: 6:35pm.

China's Global Expansion - Past and Future

Born and raised in China, Mr. Nan Su came to the U.S. in 1989. Mr. Su has a Master of Science in Structural Engineering. Mr. Su has been serving as a news commentator for the Sound of Hope International Chinese Radio Network and the New Tang Dynasty International TV network since 2003 and has made many speeches at public events in the past decade on China related topics. 

In addition to his media work, Mr. Su has also been an activist for China’s human rights. As China continues its coercive behavior in its global military, economic and technological expansions, what are the lessons that Americans should learn from the past to avoid the further mistakes that can jeopardize the freedoms of our future generations? 

Read Mr. Nan Su's reporting here: https://www.theepochtimes.com/author-nathan-su

Check-in: 6:00pm | Speaker Begins: 7:15pm | Dinner served: 6:35pm.

Silent Auction - 7 nights lodging at WorldMark Kihei Maui in a 2 bedroom timeshare with accommodations for six, full kitchen, living room, dining room, washer/dryer, 2 bathrooms and patio.  This donation from Peng & Paul Van Etten is valued at $1,800. Availability of December 2 - 9, 2023 only.

Back to School - Back to Indoctrination Camp

Mike Arata is a local resident who cares deeply for our children and community. Graduating from the University of Cincinnati with high honors, he taught high school chemistry and coached swimming for twenty years in the Cincinnati area, producing multiple statewide team championships in both disciplines. He became a political activist in 1981 after observing the violent behavior of teachers who went on strike in his district.

Mike arrived in California in 1989 to become the Head Age Group Coach at world-renowned Santa Clara Swim Club. As a result of his leadership, three Far Western Regional team championships in the three seasons were achieved. In 1991, he left academia to work in industrial water treatment, eventually serving some of the Bay Area’s largest enterprises.

Supporting virtuous conservative values and being community centric never left Mike. Recently, Mike has been leading efforts to combat the "woke" agenda of the San Ramon Valley School District. 

Read Mike Arata's detailed background here: Mike Arata Detailed Background

Check-in: 6:00pm | Dinner served: 6:35pm

Opportunity Drawing 

Six bottles of wine + a $25 Piatti's Ristorante gift certificate. Total value is approximately $200. Tickets are available at the meeting by cash or check - 5 tickets for $20 or 2 tickets for $10. There will be one winner.  

Seeking Wine Donation for September Fundraiser

If you are able, we would appreciate you donating a bottle of wine for our upcoming September fundraiser at the August meeting.  Simply bring a donated bottle of wine to the meeting, and give it to the volunteer at check-in.  The wine should have a value of at least $25, and also should be newly purchased (fresh). You will be given 5 tickets for the opportunity drawing that night at no cost to you.

End of Summer Social Event - Party and Fundraiser

Join us for an evening with friends, food, and festivity in a peaceful and casual setting at a private home in Blackhawk Country Club. 

Silent Auction 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Poignant Presentation 6:15pm - 7:00pm

Delectable, ample hors d'oeuvres will be served until depleted

Dessert 7:00pm – 7:30pm

Reservations $60 | RSVP Deadline September 9 | Attendance Limit 78 people*

*Logistical Note: Names of all guests are required in order to support Blackhawk Country Club gate management procedures. RSVP required. No walk-ins permitted.