DWMC Annual Business Meeting and Installation of New Board Members
January 15, 2026 | 12:00–2:00 p.m.
An afternoon of leadership, community, and civic engagement

The Democratic Women of Monterey County (DWMC) invite members and friends to our Annual Business Meeting and Installation of New Board Members on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 12:00–2:00 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn. This annual gathering brings our community together to welcome new board leadership and prepare for an important year ahead.

The program will include a special presentation by Chris Kluwe, candidate for California’s 72nd Assembly District. Chris is running on a platform that includes affordable housing, fully funded public education, climate action, LGBTQ and civil rights, and safe A.I. regulation.

Chris grew up in Southern California, attended Los Alamitos public high school, and earned a full athletic scholarship to UCLA. He is the author of several books, the lead designer of a tabletop card game, played in a rock band, and set nearly all of the Minnesota Vikings’ punting records during his eight-year NFL career. He is a vocal champion for LGBTQIA rights, has been arrested for peaceful civil disobedience, once wrestled a bear for a pot of gold, and occasionally weaves humor into his bios.

Lunch will be served, with both regular and vegetarian entrée options available.

Event Details
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time: 12:00–2:00 p.m.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
Tickets: $50 (Members) • $55 (Non-Members) • $20 (Students)