What a year for the Garden Club!—Fabulous speakers all year ... a record-setting Annual Plant Sale in May ... and a FANTASTIC Annual BBQ at the Bluff to cap the year off. BBQ co-chairs Julie and John Chis and Martha Burns set a new standard in all categories. The burgers – beef and veggie—were cooked to perfection by the grill crew; … [Read more...]
Men’s Club: July 2026
July 1, 2026 by
We met for breakfast on June 2 with an insightful visit from Republican Assemblywoman Diane Dixon. Assemblywoman Dixon, currently running for the 5th Supervisorial District, shared her extensive background with us—including her 40 years in the private sector as a business executive and her two terms as Mayor of Newport Beach. Since her … [Read more...]
Women’s Club: July News
July 1, 2026 by
The Women’s Club ended their club year with some very special events—a Sunset Social at the Bluff, a Board Brunch, and a fantastic “Summer Camp.” Bluff Social—In May, Gigi McDonnell and Karey Palmer hosted a Sunset Social on the Bluff. About 80 members and guests enjoyed great food, lively conversation, and stunning ocean views. The … [Read more...]
Page Turners: Summer Break
July 1, 2026 by
Group Gathering—All three Page Turners groups gathered in June for a discussion of Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod by Gary Paulsen. The meeting included a “reveal” of the books that the club members have chosen to read next season. In May, the members suggested approximately 24 books to be considered, and then they voted … [Read more...]
Page Turners: June 2026
June 2, 2026 by
This month we are reading Gary Paulsen’s Winterdance: The Fine Mad-ness of Running the Iditarod which has been described as “an incredible sled-dog race through the Alaskan wilderness and a stunning journey of discovery and survival.” Publisher’s Weekly writes, “Fueled by a passion for running dogs, Gary Paulsen entered ... the … [Read more...]
Garden Club: June 2026
June 2, 2026 by
May was non-stop for the Garden Club! We kicked off the month with the annual Plant Sale which was a huge success with a 33% increase in sales over 2025. As a registered non-profit, the Garden Club uses proceeds from the sale to help support our community and environmental efforts, including a horticulture scholarship at Saddleback College, the … [Read more...]
Men’s Club: June 2026
June 2, 2026 by
Scholarship Award Congratulations to Paige Miller, the 2026 recipient of our Men’s Club $1000 scholarship! Paige graduates this month from Dana Hills High with honors and is headed to the University of Tennessee to study Interior Architecture Design. This scholarship was made possible by donations from members and funds raised at events like … [Read more...]
Women’s Club: June 2026 News
June 2, 2026 by
Lots to Do in Dana Point On May 14, the club welcomed guest speaker Melissa Muraira, Interim Director of Community Services for the City of Dana Point. Melissa gave members an inside look at the many exciting events and activities that spark joy for residents throughout our beautiful coastal city. Beach balls bounced around the room as she … [Read more...]
Womens Club: May 2026
May 6, 2026 by
Luncheon and Community Update—Looking ahead to May 14, the club is excited to welcome guest speaker Melissa Muraira, Director of Community Services for the City of Dana Point. With more than 20 years of experience, Melissa brings incredible energy and passion for creating programs that connect the community. She will give us the inside scoop on … [Read more...]
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