Julian Luncheon 2026
Julian Luncheon & Silent Auction
Hosted by the Julian Giving Circle of Women’s Empowerment International
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:00AM – 3:00PM
HER WORLD, OUR CONNECTION
Join us for this beloved annual luncheon and fundraiser in beautiful Julian!
Your Ticket Includes:
• A scenic venue and welcoming atmosphere
• A full, flavorful lunch
• A global-inspired silent auction (featuring handmade folk art)
• Raffle prizes
• Live folk music
• Inspiring speakers
• A special wildlife experience with Critter Encounters
Featured Catering
Enjoy hand-crafted cuisine by Baraka & Bilal (UWEAST), a program empowering refugee and East African women through entrepreneurship and economic self-sufficiency.
Guest Speaker
Jehán Seirafi, Executive Director of Sunsar Maya, will share how their programs in Nepal support women and children in building pathways out of poverty through education, mental health, and community-based care.
WE’s grant expands job and entrepreneurship training within Sunsar Maya’s Women’s Literacy Program, equipping women in extreme poverty with skills to strengthen their livelihoods, voices, and family outcomes.
Special Experience
Back by popular demand, Critter Encounters will bring local wildlife and birds of prey for an up-close, unforgettable experience.
Join us to connect with community, purpose, and nature in this beautiful setting.
Silent Auction Preview
Bidding will be open in person at the event. If you are unable to attend, but are interested in one of the auction items, please contact sarahadams@womenempowerment.org.
Escape to the Desert
$100 Gift Certificate for the Red Ocotillo Restaurant on the Circle at Borrego Springs or the Coyote Steakhouse at The Palms at Indian Head and 2 bottles of wine
A Quiet Mind Retreat and Spa
1-Night Weekday Stay at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge & Retreat overlooking Lake Cuyamaca
Ecuadorian Table-Runner
Colorful Patterned Table Runner with Edge Stitching 18″ X 54″
African Village Batik
Vintage signed Batik of East African Village Wall Hanging from 1970s-80s, 3′ x 4.5′
Vietnam Hmong Quilted Jacket & Bag
Reimagined Clothing from Vietnam Hmong Tribe, Skirt into Quilted Jacket with Bag
Hmong Batik Ensemble
Hand-crafted Two-color Batik Jacket from Hmong Hill Tribes, with Matching Hat
Indigo Batik Hill Tribe Scarf
Handcrafted Batik Indigo Scarf from the Hmong Hill Tribes in Vietnam
Australian Gem Fern
Australian Gem Fern House Plant, Easy Maintenance
Stained Glass Framed
Stained Glass Framed 54 3/8″ H x 26 7/8″ W, made by Sally Snipes
Julian loves Honey and Apples
From Cider Mill – 17 items including Apple Butter, Honey Peach Butter & Apple Honey
A Taste of Italy
Olive Oils, Fettuccini, Salad Dressing, Olives, Tapenade, dishtowl, Olive Picks, Dish
Book Club Experience – Lost Boys of Sudan
8 Books, Wine and Book Club Private Discussion with Co-author Judy Bernstein
An Adventure in the World of Hubbell’s Art
Ilan Lael Tour for 4, “Seeking Beauty” book, note cards, Oceanside Museum for 2
Love the Wine You’re With
Volcan Mountain Winery – 2 Bottles of Wine, 8 wine tastings, & 4 wine glasses
Colombian Monkey Spirit Figure
Amazonian Tribal Ceremonial Monkey Transformation Figure from Colombia
Colombian Birdman Spirit Figure
Amazonian Tribal Ceremonial Bird Transformation Figure from Colombia
Ecuadorian Hand-Painted Pottery
Hand-Painted Pottery Hummingbird Vase & Plate from Museum of Art-Cuenca, EC
Guatemalan Bird Motif Pillow
Multicolores Embroidery Artists Pillow with Bird Motif, 19″ x 11″ Down-filled
Blue Guatemalan Throw-Pillow Pair
Two Hand-woven 15″ X 15″ Blue Throw Pillows from Guatemala
Guatemalan Flower Motif Pillow
Multicolores Embroidery Artists Pillow with Flower Motif, 18″ x 18″
Vietnam Throw-Pillow Pair
Hand crafted 18″ x 18″ Pillows made from Vietnamese Hmong Hill Tribe Clothing
Gift Card and Fiesta Bowls
$50 Gift Card for Quecho Elevated Mexican Eatery and 2 Hand-Painted Bowls
Micaela Self-Portrait Hooked Rug
Guatemalan hooked rug from Multicolores Art of Being Collection, Micaela 22″ x 18″
Flora – Art of Being Embroidery Portrait
Multicolores “Art of Being” Collection Embroidery portrait, framed 16″ X 14″ by Flora
Anna – Art of Being Embroidery Portrait
Multicolores “Art of Being” Collection Embroidery portrait, framed 16″ x 14″ by Anna
Eagle Spirit Yarn Painting
Framed Eagle Spirit Yarn Painting with Poem on back, 12″ x 16″ by Timothy Hinchliff
Hummingbird Dreams – Origami & Appliqué
20″ x 20″ Framed, Origami & Appliqué of Hummingbird & Flowers created with fabric
Ecuadorian Hummingbird – Embroidery
15″ x 15″ Framed Embroidery of Hummingbird and Flowers
Acrylic Painting – Going Home
Acrylic Painting “Going Home” (Donkey) 10″ x 20″ by Vicki Hoff
Grapes and Leaves Watercolor
Beautiful Framed Watercolor of Grapes & Leaves 16″ x 18″ by Angela Simpson
Healing Stones Bracelet Trio
Bracelets of Semi precious stones: Rose Quartz, Malachite, Pietersite
Summer Whispers
Hat & Scarf, blue bracelet, copper earrings, Hand & Body Goat Milk Lotion
Julian Pie Heaven
A Pie-a-Month for a Year from Julian Cafe
Fitness and Lunch Date
One-month Gym Membership and $25 gift card for Soups & Such cafe in Julian
Stronger Fitter You Sessions
Three 1-hour private weight training sessions (within 1 month) with Luke Smith
Custom Framing Service
$100 Gift Certificate for Custom Picture Framing in Ramona
Sip and Savor
Bottle of Wine and a Vinegar sampler, Cider Tasting for Two, and Mead Tasting for Two
World Travel Treasures
Giraffe Plate, Baskets, Scarf, Coffee, Chocolate, Lenca Pottery, Wrap-around Skirt