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Big Sir Bevin Hong
February is often associated with connection—Valentine’s Day, friendships, and time spent with people we care about. It’s a good reminder of why SIR is so important. Beyond the activities and events, this organization exists to keep us connected to one another.
As we move through the year, I encourage each of you to reach out—sit with someone new at a luncheon, invite a fellow member to an activity, or simply check in on someone you haven’t seen in a while. Small gestures can make a big difference, especially for those who may be feeling isolated or unsure about getting involved.
You don’t need to participate in everything SIR offers. Just participating in something—at your own pace—helps strengthen our friendships and our branch. My hope for February is that we continue building a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and connected.
Thank you for being part of what makes this group special.
Big Sir Bevin Hong
February is often associated with connection—Valentine’s Day, friendships, and time spent with people we care about. It’s a good reminder of why SIR is so important. Beyond the activities and events, this organization exists to keep us connected to one another.
As we move through the year, I encourage each of you to reach out—sit with someone new at a luncheon, invite a fellow member to an activity, or simply check in on someone you haven’t seen in a while. Small gestures can make a big difference, especially for those who may be feeling isolated or unsure about getting involved.
You don’t need to participate in everything SIR offers. Just participating in something—at your own pace—helps strengthen our friendships and our branch. My hope for February is that we continue building a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and connected.
Thank you for being part of what makes this group special.
Big Sir Bevin Hong
Little Sir Casey Brierley
A Note From Your Little Sir
February Speaker- Marc Joffe President of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association and a California Policy Center visiting fellow.
After the interesting speaker we had from the Bart Board last year about their fiscal issues Marc Joffe will discuss the fiscal health of our local cities.
It should an interesting topic considering how the City of Pleasanton has been in the news this last year and failed to pass a tax increase. Hope to see everyone at our next meeting.
March and June speakers have been arranged with Zone 7 water speaking on the state of our local water supply in March and Steve Minniear the City of Dublin's Historian who will speak on the history of the Tri Valley in April. He has written a book on Dublin's WW2 military history that is very interesting and is available at most local grocery stores.
Casey
A Note From Your Little Sir
February Speaker- Marc Joffe President of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association and a California Policy Center visiting fellow.
After the interesting speaker we had from the Bart Board last year about their fiscal issues Marc Joffe will discuss the fiscal health of our local cities.
It should an interesting topic considering how the City of Pleasanton has been in the news this last year and failed to pass a tax increase. Hope to see everyone at our next meeting.
March and June speakers have been arranged with Zone 7 water speaking on the state of our local water supply in March and Steve Minniear the City of Dublin's Historian who will speak on the history of the Tri Valley in April. He has written a book on Dublin's WW2 military history that is very interesting and is available at most local grocery stores.
Casey
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Next Breakfast To be the last Wednesday of the month at Vic's Pleasanton on Main Street at 8:30, we have secured the back room. It is now reserved for us. The last Wednesday in February is the 25th
January Breakfast
Wine Group
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The 2026 annual dues will be $30 if paid before March 1st, $40 thereafter. Checks payable to "SIR Branch 34" can be mailed to me at 518 Mulqueeney St., Livermore CA 94550. I will also accept them at the January and February luncheons.
Patrick Fowler
518 Mulqueeney St.
Livermore, CA 94550
Patrick Fowler
518 Mulqueeney St.
Livermore, CA 94550
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ConCon
Golf: See Attached schedule for the new year.
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Beer Group
Beer Meister Tom Crawford
Contact Tom at [email protected] 925-447-7809
January event at Sunshine Saloon
Beer Meister Tom Crawford
Contact Tom at [email protected] 925-447-7809
January event at Sunshine Saloon
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Bocce Group: Pleasanton Senior Center 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Contact Bill Junge for more information 925-846-5964 [email protected]
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Coffee Group
1st and 3rd Wednesday at Denica's in Pleasanton Walmart Parking lot Area 9:00 am
Contact Frank Gordet at 925-519-2165 or email [email protected]
1st and 3rd Wednesday at Denica's in Pleasanton Walmart Parking lot Area 9:00 am
Contact Frank Gordet at 925-519-2165 or email [email protected]
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Contact Bob Law at [email protected] or 925-803-3677
Once a month we have poker night at a volunteer host home between 6:00 to 10:00 pm on the third Tuesday or Thursday. Since we play 7 card games the signups are limited to 7 players on an email announcement with first responders first. Hosts supply simple snacks, poker table, cards and chips. If necessary there’s a lot of participants that can lone these items upon request.
Announcements are e-mailed out each month or scheduled for several weeks in advance. New participants will have priority for the first several months. If you’re unfamiliar with any of the games, each can be explained or you can observe. Each participant starts with $20 worth of chips. Bets are $0.25 to start with three possible $0.50 raises for each dealing. Last bets are up to $1.00 with three raises.
Games we play, by dealer choice: 5 card draw, 7 card with wild card variations, Omaha, Anaconda, Baseball, Heaven and Hell, Tic tac Doe, Plus others via dealers choice. Please call me at 925 337 3677 if you wish to play or just inquire.
Bob Law
Once a month we have poker night at a volunteer host home between 6:00 to 10:00 pm on the third Tuesday or Thursday. Since we play 7 card games the signups are limited to 7 players on an email announcement with first responders first. Hosts supply simple snacks, poker table, cards and chips. If necessary there’s a lot of participants that can lone these items upon request.
Announcements are e-mailed out each month or scheduled for several weeks in advance. New participants will have priority for the first several months. If you’re unfamiliar with any of the games, each can be explained or you can observe. Each participant starts with $20 worth of chips. Bets are $0.25 to start with three possible $0.50 raises for each dealing. Last bets are up to $1.00 with three raises.
Games we play, by dealer choice: 5 card draw, 7 card with wild card variations, Omaha, Anaconda, Baseball, Heaven and Hell, Tic tac Doe, Plus others via dealers choice. Please call me at 925 337 3677 if you wish to play or just inquire.
Bob Law
January Luncheon
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Speaker Denise Steckel