Members in the News

IWF NorCal member Susan S. Morse was recently inducted into the Olympic Club Hall of Fame for Distinguished Service to the Club. Susan joined the nation’s oldest athletic club in 1994 and quickly became involved in governance, serving (and chairing) several of the committees. In 2005, she became the first woman to serve on the board of directors and was elected president for 2007. She oversaw the 2007 U.S. Amateur Championship and is now involved in regional golf governance.

In Memoriam

With great sorrow we are sharing the news of IWF NorCal member Mary Kay Higgins Crockett's passing on Thursday, October 3rd at her home at Carmel Valley Manor. She was 94 and will be deeply missed. Her obituary is available here. A ceremony of her life will take place on January 11, 2025 at her beloved Church in the Forest, Pebble Beach, CA at 1 pm, followed by a celebration.

With great sorrow we are sharing the news of former IWF NorCal member Bobbie Sue Hood, who passed away on August 21, 2024. She will be deeply missed. 

Recent Events

Holiday Book Review

December 5, Book Passage at the San Francisco Ferry Building welcomed back members and guests for the annual holiday book review, one of our favorite events to kick off the holidays: Corte Madera Retail Manager, Deirdre Kidder, and Buying Director, Luisa Smith presented their picks for readers of all ages and interests.

Marin Pop Up!

December 4, IWF NorCal member Tracy Layney hosted a casual pop up gathering in her lovely home in San Rafael. It was a great way for local members to get to know each other.

Peninsula Book Club

November 19, IWF NorCal members gathered at the lovely home of Valerie Corradini for a delightful potluck dinner and Peninsula Book Club meeting. There was a lively and meaningful discussion around the book No Two Persons: A Novel, by Erica Bauermeisteri.

Impact Event: SF-Marin Food Bank

November 19, IWF NorCal members donated their time at the SF-Marin Food Bank. It was a wonderful opportunity to support the community and have fun with IWF friends. We are all filled with gratitude for all we have and for the opportunity to help others in our community. 

Walk & Talk: Lafayette Reservoir

November 16, Members and guests were treated to a beautiful, crisp autumn morning for a "walk and talk" around the Lafayette Reservoir. It was a fantastic start to the weekend to enjoy great conversation and the colorful fall foliage over a brisk walk.

A Day in the Life

November12, For this month's "A Day in the Life" program, IWF NorCal member Denise Brosseau featured Carrie Maultsby-Lute, the Head of Partnerships at Northeastern University’s Oakland Campus, which includes Mills College at Northeastern University, and Jennifer Bielstein, Executive Director of the American Conservatory Theater. Hearing our members tell their stories and all of the amazing work they do is always such an inspiration! Members may watch the recording here.

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