General Meeting: Decoding the Attacks on Education
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesDecoding the Attacks on Education Dr. Nancy Watkins In highly politicized school districts and school boards, educators, policymakers, and the community are confronted with "educational doubletalk" that shapes perception, policies, practices, and outcomes in education. This presentation decodes the meaning behind words and phrases like “Back to Basics,” “Classical Education,” “Parental Rights,” and “School Choice” […]
2023 O’Neill Holiday Brunch
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club 26772 Avery Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesBUY TICKETS NOW Celebrate with us at this festive event as we build excitement for the 2024 elections. Enjoy a delicious brunch at the picturesque Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. This event always sells out quickly, so be sure to get your tickets early! Our guest speaker will be Betty Yee, Vice Chair of the […]
General Meeting: Meet the Candidates for CA 40 Plus Aisha O’Neil
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesMeet the Candidates Running for CA 40 plus Aisha O'Neil The Democratic Party of California did not make an endorsement recommendation for Congressional District 40, which is the district that most of our members reside in. We are delighted that both Democratic candidates, Allyson Muniz Damikolas and Joe Kerr, will be coming to speak […]
General Meeting: Legislative Advocacy with Kevin Gordon
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesTips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate's Perspective Kevin Gordon Mr. Gordon’s presentation will focus on legislative advocacy in the context of the state’s current fiscal and political backdrop. This year will be filled with all kinds of political dimensions that will impact the agenda for education and children. Kevin’s nearly 30-year career as a […]
General Meeting: Gun Violence Prevention Advocacy
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesGun Violence Prevention Advocacy Patricia Boe Firearms are the leading cause of death for American children and teens. Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence in America. We will learn tonight about their past accomplishments and what efforts are currently underway locally […]
General Meeting: Combatting Misinformation
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesFIGHT TRUTH DECAY: Combatting MISINFORMATION Trudy Josephson Learning and trusting how and where to get accurate and ethical information in a biased and misleading news landscape, is more essential than ever. Where is our information coming from? This presentation will address these queries and help you navigate and know your news sources, plus a lot […]
Plant & Craft Sale
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesSaturday, May 11th, 2024 10 AM - 3 PM Look for our Pop Up Tent on Santa Margarita Parkway at Portola Plaza (near McDonalds's, across the street from Sprouts). Stop by and pick up those adorable Mother's Day cute gifts you won't find anywhere else. Why? Because they are all made & donated by our […]
Pancake Breakfast Wake up OC!
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesRSVP! Saturday, May 18th, 2024 9 - 11 am Norman Murray Center, Mission Viejo Worry Less, Do More Learn how to be an informed, active & engaged participant in our elections, up and down the ballot, with the Canyon Democrats Club. Do you wish you had done more before the 2016 election? Here's your chance […]
General Meeting: Orange is the New Purple
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesORANGE IS THE NEW PURPLE Jon Gould Starting as a bright red jurisdiction several decades ago, Orange County has transitioned to become one of only three truly “purple” counties among the nation’s 25 most populous areas. Further, with four competitive congressional districts within its borders, Orange County may help shape control of the U.S. House. […]
Ice Cream Social Fundraiser
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesBuy Tickets! June 9th, 2024 3:30 - 5:30 PM Norman Murray Center, Mission Viejo Join us for our annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser!! Help us raise money while enjoying delicious ice cream. This is a definitely a kid-friendly event for all ages! Bring the whole family and celebrate with us! Buy Tickets! Questions? Email info@canyondems.org […]