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SUMMARY:Julian Luncheon 2026
DESCRIPTION:Julian Luncheon & Silent AuctionHosted by the Julian Giving Circle of Women’s Empowerment International\nSaturday\, May 30\, 202611:00AM – 3:00PM \nHER WORLD\, OUR CONNECTIONJoin us for this beloved annual luncheon and fundraiser in beautiful Julian! \nYour 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 \nFeatured CateringEnjoy hand-crafted cuisine by Baraka & Bilal (UWEAST)\, a program empowering refugee and East African women through entrepreneurship and economic self-sufficiency. \nGuest SpeakerJehán 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. \nWE’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. \nSpecial ExperienceBack by popular demand\, Critter Encounters will bring local wildlife and birds of prey for an up-close\, unforgettable experience. \nJoin us to connect with community\, purpose\, and nature in this beautiful setting. \n			\n				GET TICKETS\n			\n				\n				\n				Silent Auction Preview\nBidding 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. \n			\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				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 \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				A Quiet Mind Retreat and Spa1-Night Weekday Stay at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge & Retreat overlooking Lake Cuyamaca \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Ecuadorian Table-RunnerColorful Patterned Table Runner with Edge Stitching 18″ X 54″ \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				African Village BatikVintage signed Batik of East African Village Wall Hanging from 1970s-80s\, 3′ x 4.5′ \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Vietnam Hmong Quilted Jacket & BagReimagined Clothing from Vietnam Hmong Tribe\, Skirt into Quilted Jacket with Bag \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Hmong Batik EnsembleHand-crafted Two-color Batik Jacket from Hmong Hill Tribes\, with Matching Hat \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Indigo Batik Hill Tribe ScarfHandcrafted Batik Indigo Scarf from the Hmong Hill Tribes in Vietnam \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Australian Gem FernAustralian Gem Fern House Plant\, Easy Maintenance \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Stained Glass FramedStained Glass Framed 54 3/8″ H x 26 7/8″ W\, made by Sally Snipes \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Julian loves Honey and ApplesFrom Cider Mill – 17 items including Apple Butter\, Honey Peach Butter & Apple Honey \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				A Taste of ItalyOlive Oils\, Fettuccini\, Salad Dressing\, Olives\, Tapenade\, dishtowl\, Olive Picks\, Dish \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Book Club Experience – Lost Boys of Sudan8 Books\, Wine and Book Club Private Discussion with Co-author Judy Bernstein \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				An Adventure in the World of Hubbell’s ArtIlan Lael Tour for 4\, “Seeking Beauty” book\, note cards\, Oceanside Museum for 2 \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Love the Wine You’re WithVolcan Mountain Winery – 2 Bottles of Wine\, 8 wine tastings\, & 4 wine glasses \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Colombian Monkey Spirit FigureAmazonian Tribal Ceremonial Monkey Transformation Figure from Colombia \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Colombian Birdman Spirit FigureAmazonian Tribal Ceremonial Bird Transformation Figure from Colombia \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Ecuadorian Hand-Painted PotteryHand-Painted Pottery Hummingbird Vase & Plate from Museum of Art-Cuenca\, EC \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Guatemalan Bird Motif PillowMulticolores Embroidery Artists Pillow with Bird Motif\, 19″ x 11″ Down-filled \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Blue Guatemalan Throw-Pillow PairTwo Hand-woven  15″ X 15″ Blue Throw Pillows from Guatemala \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Guatemalan Flower Motif PillowMulticolores Embroidery Artists Pillow with Flower Motif\, 18″ x 18″ \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Vietnam Throw-Pillow PairHand crafted 18″ x 18″ Pillows made from Vietnamese Hmong Hill Tribe Clothing \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Gift Card and Fiesta Bowls$50 Gift Card for Quecho Elevated Mexican Eatery and 2 Hand-Painted Bowls \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Micaela Self-Portrait Hooked RugGuatemalan hooked rug from Multicolores Art of Being Collection\, Micaela 22″ x 18″ \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Flora – Art of Being Embroidery PortraitMulticolores “Art of Being” Collection Embroidery portrait\, framed 16″ X 14″ by Flora \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Anna – Art of Being Embroidery PortraitMulticolores “Art of Being” Collection Embroidery portrait\, framed 16″ x 14″  by Anna \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Eagle Spirit Yarn PaintingFramed Eagle Spirit Yarn Painting with Poem on back\, 12″ x 16″ by Timothy Hinchliff \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Hummingbird Dreams – Origami & Appliqué20″ x 20″ Framed\, Origami & Appliqué of Hummingbird & Flowers created with fabric \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Ecuadorian Hummingbird – Embroidery15″ x 15″ Framed Embroidery of Hummingbird and Flowers \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Acrylic Painting – Going HomeAcrylic Painting “Going Home” (Donkey) 10″ x 20″ by Vicki Hoff \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Grapes and Leaves WatercolorBeautiful Framed Watercolor of Grapes & Leaves 16″ x 18″ by Angela Simpson \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Healing Stones Bracelet TrioBracelets of Semi precious stones: Rose Quartz\, Malachite\, Pietersite \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Summer WhispersHat & Scarf\, blue bracelet\, copper earrings\, Hand & Body Goat Milk Lotion \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Julian Pie HeavenA Pie-a-Month for a Year from Julian Cafe \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Fitness and Lunch DateOne-month Gym Membership and $25 gift card for Soups & Such cafe in Julian \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Stronger Fitter You SessionsThree 1-hour private weight training sessions (within 1 month) with Luke Smith \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Custom Framing Service$100 Gift Certificate for Custom Picture Framing in Ramona \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				Sip and SavorBottle of Wine and a Vinegar sampler\, Cider Tasting for Two\, and Mead Tasting for Two \n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				World Travel TreasuresGiraffe Plate\, Baskets\, Scarf\, Coffee\, Chocolate\, Lenca Pottery\, Wrap-around Skirt
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/julian-luncheon-2026/
LOCATION:Blum Lodge at Camp Stevens\, 1108 Banner Drive\, Julian\, CA\, 1108 Banner Drive\, Julian\, CA\, 92036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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SUMMARY:Bloom Together 2026: International Women's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Bloom Together:An International Women’s Day Celebration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, March 7\, for an inspiring time of community\, creativity\, and support for women & girls!Event proceeds benefit WE grants for economic empowerment programs for women facing poverty in San Diego County and around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Date & Time:Saturday\, March 711:00 AM – 1:30 PM \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Venue:FruitCraft1477 University Ave.San Diego\, 92103 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Get Tickets!
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/bloom-together-2026/
LOCATION:FruitCraft\, 1477 University Ave\, San Diego\, 92103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T163000
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SUMMARY:Empowered WE Rise: Fall Fundraiser 2025
DESCRIPTION:Empowered WE Rise | Fall Fundraiser 2025\nSunday\, September 28\, 20251:00-4:30pm \n* Inspiring Stories * Silent & Live Auction * Market Fair ** 2025 Woman of Empowerment Award * and more!More details and tickets.
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/empowered-we-rise-fall-fundraiser-2025/
LOCATION:Joya Kitchen\, 10275 Science Center Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Fundraiser,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250714T140000
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SUMMARY:Local Site Visit: Urban Corps of San Diego County
DESCRIPTION:Local Site Visit: Urban Corps of San Diego CountyMonday\, July 14\, 10AM-2PM\nJoin us on a tour at the main campus of Urban Corps of San Diego County near Old Town. Learn about their wrap-around programming (including other women’s economic empowerment efforts)\, see the unique campus and projects in action\, and hear directly from women who have recently bought their own cars for reliable transportation to job sites and school thanks to support from the WE grant. We will have an optional group lunch after the tour with several Urban Corps staff members and Corpsmembers. Without the lunch\, the tour will end at approximately 12PM. \nRegister here. \nEmail Lakeisha (Lakeisha@womenempowerment.org) with questions.
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/local-site-visit-urban-corps-071425/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Site Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T170000
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SUMMARY:Sip with Purpose: Women's Empowerment Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer with intention at Sip with Purpose: Women’s Empowerment Summer Social — an uplifting afternoon of wine\, connection\, and impact at Koi Zen Cellars in San Diego. \nCome sip local wine\, connect with a community of change-makers\, and learn how Women’s Empowerment International is transforming lives through grants for economic opportunity. Whether you’re new to our mission or a long-time supporter\, this is the perfect chance to get to know us\, meet like-minded guests\, and celebrate the start of summer together. \n🍷 Give Back: 20% of all wine sales from the evening will be donated to Women’s Empowerment International to support our mission.🎟 Door Prize: All attendees will be entered into an opportunity drawing to win a ticket to our Fall Fundraiser (a $150 value)! \nJoin us to support women\, spark connection\, and sip with purpose. \n			\n				Get your FREE ticket here
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/sip-with-purpose-womens-empowerment-summer-social/
LOCATION:Koi Zen\, 12225 World Trade Drive #P\, San Diego\, CA\, 92128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20250512T165317Z
CREATED:20250324T150922Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Luncheon & Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss this lovely luncheon event and fundraiser hosted annually by the Julian Giving Circle! Enjoy a beautiful venue\, full lunch\, live music\, a great silent auction and opportunity drawing\, and more. The luncheon features a delicious\, farm-to-table\, fresh selection of organic soups and salads\, plus rolls and a variety of desserts. Pick a unique soup bowl from our collection\, and take it home with you to remember the experience. \nWe will also be treated to a presentation by guest speaker\, Richard Louv\, whose landmark book\, Last Child in the Woods\, inspired an international movement to connect children and nature. His books will not be for sale at the event\, but if you purchase one ahead of time and bring it\, he will autograph it for you. \nJoin us to connect to community\, purpose\, and nature in this beautiful\, secluded mountain top venue nestled among ancient oaks and a manzanita forest. \nRegister here. \nSilent Auction & Opportunity Drawing Preview:\nBook Club basket & talk by Author Judy Bernstein  *  Oil Painting by Julian artist Anastasia Castle  *  Pet photography session by Photographer Tina Fitch  *  Naturalist hike on Volcan Mountain by Naturalist Vicki Bergstrom  *  Naturalist Hike in Laguna Mountains by former ranger\, Liz Jacobsen  *  $50 gift certificates for Jeremy’s Fine Dining Restaurant in Julian  *  Goat’s Milk bath products  *  Honduran Lenca Tribe pottery vase  *  Wooden utensils & kitchen basket  *  Oil Painting by Julian artist Sally Snipes  *  Plant and gift certificate to Anderson’s Nursery  *  Basket of Julian goodies from The Cider Mill  *  Hair cut by & products from Renee Pitera  *  Afghan-made Lapis necklace & earrings with brocade pashmina  *  2 bottles of wine & glasses with 4 wine tastings at Volcan Winery  *  Oil & vinegar basket with wine tasting for 2 at Storum Vinegar and Wine  *  “Tea for Two” basket  *  Ilan Lael Tour for 2 with Hubble note cards and signed “Seeking Beauty” book  *  Kenyan bag & necklace  *  Portrait Photography\, prosecco\, poetry book & picture frame  *  $100 gift certificate for picture framing in Ramona  *  Tickets to the SD Zoo or Safari Park  *  Honduran Lenca Tribe pottery rooster  *  Gift basket with soap\, oil & more from Crow & Lilac  *  Honduran white clay basket with woven pine needle edges  *  Honduran pottery planter with herringbone pattern  *  “Springtime!” Basket with hat\, purse & scarf from Kathy’s Dress Shop  *  Gourmet basket from Olive & Oak  *  Colorful beaded necklace & earrings  *  Visit for 4 to the Wolf Sanctuary  *  Whole pie (2) and two dozen cookies from Apple Alley Bakery  *  Tea brewing cup with lid\, tea towels\, & fondue pot for 2  *  Honduran tablecloth with bird motif \,42″ x 42″  *  Julian Fitness basket with 1-month membership for 2\, t-shirts & water bottles  *  $50 Gift certificate to Quecho Mexican Restaurant in Julian  *  $25 Gift certificate to Soups & Such Restaurant in Julian  *  Appalachian Glass hummingbird feeder  *  Tea Time Basket with pansy tea cup\, assorted teas & coaster  *  Handmade pottery bowl\, journal\, coaster & ceramic heart  *  1-night midweek stay (no holidays) at Julian Gold Rush Historic Hotel
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/julian-luncheon/
LOCATION:Sacred Mountain Retreat\, 2323 Farmer Rd.\, Julian\, CA\, 92036
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Partner Site Visit: Via International
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a trip to visit our partner\, Via International\, at one of their program sites in Tijuana\, Mexico. We will meet women and staff from their Via Migrante and ESTIMA programs\, which are supported by WE grant funds. This is a wonderful opportunity to see our partnership in action and meet the incredible women who participate in these programs. \nWomen will set up items from their businesses for sale. Get a chance to meet and talk with them about their products and businesses\, as well as supporting them directly with anything you buy! We will also hear from Via staff about program updates and tour their new shelter\, Comunidad de Luz\, for women & children who have migrated or been deported to the area. Via will operate programming in partnership with several other organizations\, including childcare\, job training\, and psychological counseling\, to create paths to a dignified fresh start in life. \nWe will meet Via International staff near a parking lot by the San Ysidro border crossing to walk across as a group. Once on the Mexico side\, we will board a bus reserved for our transportation. \nRead more details and register today. Space is limited to 19!
URL:https://womenempowerment.org/event/site-visit-via-international/
LOCATION:Meeting Location TBA\, San Ysidro\, CA\, 92173
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Site Visit
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