Advancing the Lives of Women and Girls Through Advocacy and Education
Beach Cities is an active branch of the National American Association of University Women (AAUW) since 1953. We provide an opportunity to learn, socialize and participate in activities positively affecting the lives of women and girls in our community.
Welcome Back & Tech Trek Celebration
Saturday, October 4, 2025
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We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer! We’d like to welcome you back to the 2025-26 term with our annual Tech Trek Celebration on Saturday, October 4th.
This annual meeting is special because it demonstrates how instrumental your involvement in AAUW Beach Cities is to young women just beginning to dream about and prepare for their futures. You’ll hear first-hand from our 8th grade 2025 Tech Trek campers about what the program means to them and their families.
We encourage you to bring a friend, reconnect with members and to celebrate the positive work you and our branch are doing.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Our branch leadership team planned the following activities for 2025-2026. Please save the date!
Saturday, October 4, 2025: Tech Trek Celebration
Saturday, November 15, 2025: College Prep 101 Hosted by TTAG
Saturday, December 6, 2025: Holiday Potluck
Saturday, February 7, 2026: Tri-Branch Meeting
Saturday, March 21, 2026: Program Meeting, Guest Speaker
Saturday, April 11, 2026: Branch Brunch
May 2025 newsletter, the Beach Cities Bulletin, which includes a recap and photos from our most recent event, the Author’s Tea, plus news about what we’ve been up to as a branch and what’s to come!
Click on the link to read the full newsletter in PDF. Previous issues are archived and can be accessed on our website under About Us – Newsletters.
Author’s Tea 2025
What a beautiful afternoon of inspiration, community, and purpose!
Our Author’s Tea at the Chado Tea Room was a resounding success, and we’re still glowing from the energy and connection shared in the room. A heartfelt thank you to Vanda Krefft, who captivated us with stories from her powerful book Expect Great Things!
Thanks to your support, we are raising vital funds for Tech Trek scholarships—so girls can attend immersive STEM camps that build confidence, skills, and community. We were moved by the poise and insights of our Tech Trek alumni, Gissel and Karlie, who shared their experiences and the lasting impact of the program.
For more about it and photos, check out our facebook page!
At Chado Tea Room
President Marsha Swails and Nancy Wloch with book
Ann Paour, Vanda Krefft, Marsha Swails
Tech Trek alumni, Gissel and Karlie with Terry Hays-Horner
Please be sure to check out the AAUW California Public Policy Priorities for 2023-2025. Stay informed and stay engaged. One way to take action is to become a Two-Minute Activist.
For more information, please see the Beach Cities Public Policy page.