BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Canyon Democrats - ECPv6.15.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://canyondems.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Canyon Democrats REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250526T201242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T170649Z UID:7585-1750186800-1750192200@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Cost of Free Speech DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-chris-kluwe/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/June-Meeting-FB.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T153000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250320T232122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T200556Z UID:7443-1751205600-1751211000@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets\nJune 29th\, 2025 \n2 – 3:30 PM \nNorman Murray Center\, Mission Viejo \nJoin us for our annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser!! Help us raise money while enjoying delicious ice cream. \nThis is a definitely a kid-friendly event for all ages! Bring the whole family and celebrate with us! \nBuy Tickets\n  \nQuestions? Email info@canyondems.org \nThis event is open to Canyon Dems\, their guests and registered Democrats only. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/ice-cream-social-fundraiser-2025/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250715T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250715T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250630T192821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202738Z UID:7618-1752606000-1752611400@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Book Bans DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/book_bans/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/July-25-Meeting-IG-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T113000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250804T183301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T183301Z UID:7677-1755338400-1755343800@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Protect Our Checks Rally DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug 13th 2025 \n10 am – 11:30 am \nLa Paz & Marguerite Pkwy\, Mission Viejo \nJoin us for a powerful local rally as part of a nationwide day of action to demand protection for Social Security! Rallies like ours will be taking place across the country\, all united under one urgent message: Protect Our Social Security Checks. \nRSVP HERE\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/protect-checks-rally/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Event ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250730T212714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T161341Z UID:7659-1755630000-1755635400@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: You Can Make an Impact DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-impact/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Aug-25-Meeting-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250906T171646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T173752Z UID:7701-1758049200-1758054600@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Looking Toward 2026 DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-moodian-smoller/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Sept-25-Meeting-Facebook-Post-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250903T200508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T200548Z UID:7687-1758358800-1758369600@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Canvass in Mission Viejo to Pass Prop 50 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Sept 20th \n9am – noon \nLa Paz & Marguerite Pkwy\, Mission Viejo \nWhile billionaires spend bazillions against Prop 50\, we are going to talk to voters. CA is not going to let Trump rig the 2026 midterms in red states. We’re fighting back to save Democracy.\nJoin us!\n\nRSVP HERE\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/prop-50-canvass-mv/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Event ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250903T200618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T200829Z UID:7692-1758963600-1758974400@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Canvass in Lake Forest & Laguna Hills to Pass Prop 50 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Sept 27th \n9am – noon \nRimgate Park\, Lake Forest \nWhile billionaires spend bazillions against Prop 50\, we are going to talk to voters. CA is not going to let Trump rig the 2026 midterms in red states. We’re fighting back to save Democracy.\nJoin us!\nWe’ll meet & Rimgate and send canvassers to Lake Forest & Laguna Hills\n\nRSVP HERE\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/prop-50-canvass-lf-lh/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Event ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20250903T201004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T201004Z UID:7698-1760173200-1760184000@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Canvass in RSM to Pass Prop 50 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Oct 11th \n9am – noon \nRancho Santa Margarita\, Library \nWhile billionaires spend bazillions against Prop 50\, we are going to talk to voters. CA is not going to let Trump rig the 2026 midterms in red states. We’re fighting back to save Democracy.\nJoin us!\n\nRSVP HERE\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/canvass-in-rsm-to-pass-prop-50/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Event ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20251008T204344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T221732Z UID:7726-1761073200-1761078600@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Rule of Law DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-mario-barnes/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Oct-25-Meeting-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20251101T184827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T192454Z UID:7752-1763492400-1763497800@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Victor Valladares DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/victor-valladares/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nov-25-Meeting-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20251023T003739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T191452Z UID:7741-1765623600-1765630800@canyondems.org SUMMARY:2025 O'Neill Holiday Brunch DESCRIPTION:  \nBUY TICKETS NOW\nThis festive event is a time to relax and enjoy yourself with your fellow Canyon Democrats & friends at our annual Richard J. O’Neill Holiday Brunch. It’s a time to celebrate all that we have accomplished in 2025. Enjoy a delicious meal at the picturesque Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. \nGuest speaker: \nJon “Bowzer” Bauman \nVice Chair\, DNC Seniors Council \nSocial Security Works PAC\, \nPresident \nSocial Security Works\, Senior Advisor \nand… \nMember of Sha Na Na \nThis event always sells out quickly\, so be sure to get your tickets early! \nLast day to purchase: Dec 5th\, 5pm or earlier if sold out. \nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025 \n11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nArroyo Trabuco Country Club \n26772 Avery Parkway Mission Viejo \n____ \nQuestions? Email info@canyondems.org \n  \nBUY TICKETS NOW\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/2025-oneill-holiday-brunch/ LOCATION:Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club\, 26772 Avery Parkway\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T163000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260106T015257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T015257Z UID:7793-1768402800-1768408200@canyondems.org SUMMARY:Protect our Social Security National Day of Action Rally DESCRIPTION:Join us as we rally to keep #SocialSecurityStrong for a National Day of Action sponsored by Social Security Workers United. \nWe’ll meet at the intersection of Alicia & Via Linda near the William Craycraft Park near the local Social Security Office. Bring your rally signs! \nThe longest federal government shutdown highlighted the long term problems that the Social Security Administration has been facing every day for years. Living paycheck to paycheck on low pay\, understaffing across the agency has led many workers to their breaking point. The federal government has lacked a commitment to fully fund the agency so it can serve the American public. \nJoin us to fight back and keep #SocialSecurityStrong. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/protect-our-social-security-national-day-of-action-rally/ LOCATION:Alicia Parkway & Via Linda\, Mission Viejo\, Alicia Parkway & Via Linda\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92691\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20251219T213554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T221231Z UID:7770-1768935600-1768941000@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Bob Page DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-bob-page/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Jan-26-Meeting-Facebook-Post-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260128T031652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T032426Z UID:7804-1771354800-1771360200@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Jeremy Cohen Braver Angels DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-braver-angels/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Feb-26-Meeting-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260305T033340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T033512Z UID:7885-1773774000-1773779400@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Gustavo Arellano DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-gustavo-arellano/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/March-Meeting-Facebook-Post-Instagram-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260404T004648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T174144Z UID:7898-1776798000-1776803400@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Candidates DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-candidates/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/April-2026-Meeting-Facebook-Post-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260504T202430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T210924Z UID:7918-1779217200-1779222600@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Jon Gould DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-jon-gould/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/May-2026-Meeting-Facebook-Post-.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T203000 DTSTAMP:20260615T085500 CREATED:20260526T190311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231643Z UID:7927-1781636400-1781641800@canyondems.org SUMMARY:General Meeting: Elizabeth Hansburg DESCRIPTION:Tips on Effective Advocacy: A Legislative Advocate’s Perspective\nKevin Gordon\nMr. 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 legislative advocate will bring to the audience his perceptions and predictions for the coming year.  \nIn a rush? Come at 5:45pm and eat chili & cornbread with us before the meeting! We will have meat & vegetarian options.  Cost is just $10 (collected at the meeting – cash/card).\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kevin Gordon\nWidely viewed among the top education advocates in California\, Kevin is the President and a founding Partner of Capitol Advisors Group. Kevin was the longtime Executive Director of the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)\, and previously served as the Chief Lobbyist and Assistant Executive Director of the California School Boards Association (CSBA). He also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert T. Matsui and as a legislative advocate for the California Building Industry Association (CBIA). He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of San Francisco. Prior to that\, while completing his undergraduate degree in communication studies at University of California\, Davis\, he was recruited by the IBM Corporation and served three years in its national marketing division for large systems.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n FEBRUARY COMMUNITY OUTREACH\nWe are having a Toiletry Drive for Saddleback Valley Unified School District’s Student Marketplace. The Student Marketplace was established to provide food and personal supplies to McKinney Vento families in the Saddleback Valley School District. These are families who may be homeless or are struggling financially to keep a roof over their heads.  Families are vetted as to their economic status and must register to receive goods each Friday afternoon while school is in session.  Fresh milk\, eggs \, vegetables\, and a protein are given to each family as well as canned goods and personal hygiene products.  \nTop Needed Items are: deodorant\, sanitary pads\, shampoo & disposable razors \nPlease bring donations to our meeting. We will have someone in front of The Murray Center to collect your donations.  \nThanks for your support! URL:https://canyondems.org/event/general-meeting-hansburg/ LOCATION:Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center\, 24932 Veterans Way\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92692\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly General Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canyondems.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/June-2026-Meeting-Facebook-Post-.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canyon Democrats":MAILTO:info@canyondems.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR