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Big Sir
Big Sir Bevin Hong
President's notes:
As Big SIR this year, my goal is simple: to make sure our branch continues to be a place where every member can find connection, purpose, and enjoyment. With a group our size—about 100 strong—I don’t expect everyone to participate in everything. That’s neither realistic nor necessary. What is important to me is that we offer a wide range of activities (golf, bocce, coffee, breakfast, lunch or enjoying your beverage of choice) and opportunities, so that each member can find something that fits their interests, comfort level, and stage of life.
Retirement brings freedom, but it can also bring unexpected challenges—loneliness, loss of routine, or a shift in identity and purpose. SIR exists to help overcome those hurdles by fostering friendship, shared experiences, and meaningful engagement. Whether it’s a monthly luncheon, a regular activity, or simply a conversation with a fellow member, my hope is that SIR continues to be a welcoming place where no one feels left out and everyone feels they belong.
If we’re doing that, then we’re fulfilling the very reason SIR exists.
Big Sir Bevin Hong
Big Sir Bevin Hong
President's notes:
As Big SIR this year, my goal is simple: to make sure our branch continues to be a place where every member can find connection, purpose, and enjoyment. With a group our size—about 100 strong—I don’t expect everyone to participate in everything. That’s neither realistic nor necessary. What is important to me is that we offer a wide range of activities (golf, bocce, coffee, breakfast, lunch or enjoying your beverage of choice) and opportunities, so that each member can find something that fits their interests, comfort level, and stage of life.
Retirement brings freedom, but it can also bring unexpected challenges—loneliness, loss of routine, or a shift in identity and purpose. SIR exists to help overcome those hurdles by fostering friendship, shared experiences, and meaningful engagement. Whether it’s a monthly luncheon, a regular activity, or simply a conversation with a fellow member, my hope is that SIR continues to be a welcoming place where no one feels left out and everyone feels they belong.
If we’re doing that, then we’re fulfilling the very reason SIR exists.
Big Sir Bevin Hong
Little Sir Casey Brierley
A Note From Your Little Sir
Hi Everyone I'm Casey Brierley your new Little Sir for 2026. I look forward to working with everyone in the upcoming year. My main job is to line up some interesting speakers for our luncheon meetings. If you have any suggestions I would appreciate your input . You can email me at [email protected]. All ideas and names are welcome as we want diverse topics at our meetings.
Our speaker for January 8th will be Denise Steckel a Community Education Volunteer with the Alzheimers Association. Her topic is "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's". Denise has personal experience in caring for her mother going through the process. There is a lot of new information on this topic and new treatment options that provide some hope. Hope to see everyone at the next meeting!
Casey
A Note From Your Little Sir
Hi Everyone I'm Casey Brierley your new Little Sir for 2026. I look forward to working with everyone in the upcoming year. My main job is to line up some interesting speakers for our luncheon meetings. If you have any suggestions I would appreciate your input . You can email me at [email protected]. All ideas and names are welcome as we want diverse topics at our meetings.
Our speaker for January 8th will be Denise Steckel a Community Education Volunteer with the Alzheimers Association. Her topic is "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's". Denise has personal experience in caring for her mother going through the process. There is a lot of new information on this topic and new treatment options that provide some hope. Hope to see everyone at the next meeting!
Casey
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Activities
Next Breakfast To be the last Wednesday of the month at Vic's at 8:30, we have secured the back room. It is now reserved for us. The last Wednesday in January is 28th
December Breakfast
Wine Group
Dennis Alcaldi's House
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Treasurer Pat Fowler It's dues collection time! |
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
Golf: See Attached schedule for the new year.
Contact John Ropp for more information
Contact John Ropp for more information
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Beer Group
Beer Meister Tom Crawford
December event
Beer Meister Tom Crawford
December event
Bocce Group: Pleasanton Senior Center 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Contact Bill Junge for more information 925-846-5964
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Coffee Group
1st and 3rd Wednesday at Denica's in Pleasanton Walmart Parking lot Area 9:00 am
1st and 3rd Wednesday at Denica's in Pleasanton Walmart Parking lot Area 9:00 am
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Contact Bob Law at [email protected]
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
December Christmas Luncheon
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