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Visiting IWF Members NEWS see more > Recent Events Philanthropic Support & Scientific Breakthroughs October 7, IWF NorCal members Ann Blackburn and Carol Langensand were joined by Brittany Anderton, Gladstone Institutes, and Maria Hjelm, UC Berkeley for an informative and engaging discussion on how to and why it’s critical for philanthropists to support Science. Members may watch the recording here.
October 5, IWF NorCal members enjoyed the San Francisco Presidio for a easy morning walk, which started a little foggy and then turned into a bright and beautiful day.
October 1, Barbara Faulkenberry and Ann Blackburn led an informative session about the upcoming IWF World Leadership Conference that will take place in Denver from November 11 to 13. They highlighted what will be unique about this conference and how attendees can make the most of their experience. Members may watch the recording here.
September 30, IWF NorCal members gathered at Cultivar in Sausalito for a pop up happy hour. It was a delightful afternoon filled with laughter and great conversation.
September 28, The IWF NorCal Sacramento Book Club gathered at the beautiful home of Jane Einhorn to discuss The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett. It was a fun way for members in this growing region to get to know one another.
September 27, An inspiring morning where members and students got together and made 100 sack meals to benefit individuals experiencing food insecurity via St. Vincent de Paul. Our group also wrote and decorated notecards for the recipients. What a special way to make an impact on our community! Sausalito City Arts Private Tour September 24, IWF NorCal members gathered in Downtown Sausalito for a private tour of the Sausalito Center for the Arts followed by lunch at Cultivar, a stroll along the shoreline, and visits of downtown galleries and shops. It was a day of Art, Food, and Fun!
September 22, The IWF NorCal Marin & North Bay Book Club met at Via Piccola Trattoria in Tiburon and discussed Whistler by Ann Patchett. It was a relaxed and fun evening. Sonoma Luncheon September 19, IWF NorCal member Barbara Morrison hosted a delightful and delicious luncheon in her beautiful Sonoma home. It was a unique opportunity to relax, connect, and savor the best of wine country hospitality.
September 17, IWF CEO Stephanie O'Keefe joined IWF NorCal members at the University Club of San Francisco for a reception and presentation. Stephanie discussed IWF’s growth, plans for the future, and Elly’s Ladder, IWF's annual giving society.
September 17, In commemoration of Constitution Day, IWF NorCal member and Supreme Court observer Barbara B. Creed and Ninth Circuit Senior Judge Stephen Trott discussed the history of the U.S. Constitution and why it has been amended so infrequently. They explored the Electoral Collage which has not changed over the years and the power of the executive branch, which has changed dramatically. It was an important, informative and timely presentation. Members may watch the recording here.
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| Sonoma Showcase PROGRAMS see all > Exclusive access; shared experiences; Peninsula Book Club BTS at Larkin Street Youth Services We Players Presents: Odyssea Theater Night: "Oh, Mary!" BTS at the San Francisco Zoo Women, Small Business & Our Community U.S. Supreme Court Update Social/Multimedia Skills Update San Francisco Book Club Marin/North Bay Book Club Peninsula Book Club Sacramento Book Club Walk & Talk: San Francisco Presidio East Bay Book Club Member Orientation Holiday Book Review at Book Passage Guide to Skin Health and Healthy Aging BTS at the San Francisco Airport Pop Up! Cookie Decorating Party Videos from past webinars available here. RESOURCES > Stay informed September 2026 President's Message...and other messages from the President are available here. |
Walk & Talk: San Francisco Presidio
Denver, Denim and Diamonds Information Session
Marin Happy Hour Pop Up
Sacramento Book Club
Impact Event: Pack With Purpose
Marin & North Bay Book Club
IWF Reception with Global CEO Stephanie O'Keefe
Constitution Day 
Jian Qing Zhang
Carolyn Herzog
The Sonoma Showcase at the IWF 2026 Western Region Retreat brought together four extraordinary women entrepreneurs whose creativity, leadership, and craftsmanship define the spirit of our region. We heard their stories, learned from their journeys, and tasted the artisan products that reflect their passion and purpose. We were reminded that behind every exceptional product is a woman with a story worth celebrating. Curiosity, craft, and community—Sonoma gave us all three.
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