Events

5 Steps to Propel Dreams, Push Profits and Put More Fun in Your Life!

Join us for our annual Public Relations (PR) Dinner.  If you can only attend one event this year, this is the one!

We will be announcing our Scholarship Winners.  We’ve invited them to attend so you will get the opportunity to meet them and know that you’ve helped each of them just by purchasing Scholarship tickets each month.

We will be thinking our current AFWA San Diego Chapter’s Board of Officers & Directors for their service for the last year.  Please take the time to say thank you to each of them for their hard work and dedication for the past year in bringing you all of the wonderful events.

We will install the new AFWA San Diego Chapter’s Board of Officers & Directors for the July 2015 – June 2016 term.

If you only attend one Event this year, this should be the one!

“5 Steps to Propel Dreams, Push Profits and Put More Fun in Your Life!”

We will have our Keynote Speaker: Tammy Rhimes

Are you living your Dream Life? If not, why not? Tammy will shake up her audience with the recognition that TODAY is the perfect time to start living your dream life! Tammy will share real world strategies to catapult you toward that dream, increase your profits and make it more fun!

Find out the 5 steps to…..

  1. Propel toward your Dream Life;
  2. Profit creating strategies;
  3. Plan for the inevitable setbacks;
  4. Party and celebrate the successes;
  5. Put More Fun in Your life!

Tammy Rimes served as the Purchasing Agent for the City of San Diego, the nation’s 9th largest City, during a time of tremendous challenges – first time centralization of all purchasing operations; the horrific 2007 Witch Creek Fires that destroyed over 2000 homes, and a restructuring program that reduced City warehousing saving $1.4M in the first year. 

The City of San Diego won the Achievement in Excellence Award every year during her leadership. In her new consulting role, she helps cities, counties and local governments develop new ideas and strategies to drive savings and efficiencies.

In case you think her only experience is government, she owns a winery and horse ranch in San Diego County – Hacienda de las Rosas. Featured on the front page of USA Today, their small family winery was voted as one of the top 5 wineries in San Diego County for 2015.

Great News!  We will be offer 1 CPE credit in the Personal Development Field of Study for attending our Annual Public Relations (PR) Dinner. 

AFWA is registered with the National Association of State Board of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have final authority on the accpetance of individual courses of CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org

All American BBQ Buffet

Dinner:

  • freshly baked sourdough bread
  • Creamy Coleslaw
  • Potato Salad
  • Fresh Fruit Display
  • Corn on the Cobb
  • Baked Beans
  • Dry Rubbed Grilled Flank Steak
  • BBQ Chicken
  • Bratwurst
  • House Smoked Pork Ribs

Dessert:

  • Cake

Beverages:

  • coffee
  • tea
  • soda

Scholarship Drawing Prizes:

  • $450 Facial Spa Package – Alvarado Skin Care Institute
  • $50 Gift Card – Community Catalysts of CA (Pebbles)
  • $96 (2) SD Zoo Guest Pass – Stephanie Shehi
  • $96 (2) Wild Animal Park Guest Pass – Stephanie Shehi
  • Harbor House Gift Certificate
  • A Really Nice Bottle of Wine – Sonya Aldama
  • Fitness Gift Bag – Accounting Day

You can Pre-Purchase Your Scholarship Tickets when you Register!

Register Now!

Last Chance to Register is June 16th! No Refunds can be issued after this date.


Brothels, Bites & Booze

Join us for Brothels, Bites & Booze walking tour with SoDiego Tours and explore the Gaslamp Quarter, the heart of America’s finest city. Learn the secrets behind the district’s historic buildings as you travel back in time to the infamous red light district know as the Stingaree. You’ll enjoy enough delicious food for a full meal.

Brothels

Our guide will provide an in-depth look at the infamous red light district of San Diego and the women who ruled the streets. See what drew them to this lifestyle and the price they paid to be amongst the few financially independent women of the time. Scandalous tales of the most popular brothels and Prohibition-era gangsters will have you thirsty for more!

Bites

Satisfy your hunger during the Gaslamp Quarter walking tour as we make stops to four popular restaurants in the area. cuisine from all over the world comes together to create a tasting experience that is unlike any other. the food on this tour is enough to provide a full meal for most people, so bring your appetite!

Tin Fish

Sitting in the shadow of Petco Park and steps away from San Diego’s historic “Gaslamp district” the Tin Fish is a favorite of locals and tourists alike. The Tin Fish offers an assortment of fresh grilled and fried plates to satisfy any appetite.

Meze Grill

Trendy Mediterranean restaurant serving up homemade falafel, hummus, and lamb sliders. The craft cocktails are something to get excited about.

Ciro’s Pizzeria

The original Ciro’s opened in Jan. of 2003 and uses nothing but the freshest ingredients. They take pride in their lasagna, buffalo wings, cheesesteak, dough, pizza sauce, marinara sauce and other pasta dishes homemade daily. Ciro’s vision is to provide quality pizza and other Italian dishes with their unique style and New York flair.

The Melting Pot

“Dip into something different” at this fondue restaurant. Indulge in the chocolate fondue, fresh strawberries, and pound cake. Sample their sweet “love martini” as well!

Booze

The perfect complement to a delicious sampling of food is drinks to wash it down. The Gaslamp Quarter is home to an endless amount of unique craft cocktail bars and some of the top microbreweries in the country. finish off your Gaslamp Quarter food tour with a sample-sized brew, cocktail, or other intoxicating treat for the full San Diego Experience.

Tour

The tour departs from a convenient location in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. Will be close to the Hard Rock Cafe.

Walking

Tour covers approximately 1.5 miles over 2.5 hour period. The tour is conducted at a relaxed pace and stops frequently. You will have the opportunity to sit down at most of the restaurants we visit. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.

ID

Bring a valid ID if you wish to participate in any alcoholic tastings.

Parking

5th & K Parkade
$1.00 per hour or part thereof: 3 AM – 6 PM
$5.00 flat: 6 PM – 3 AM Sunday – Thursday

Tour will depart at 6:00 PM so plan on getting downtown by 5:30 to park and register.

Members & Students $42.00, Guests $47.00

The walking tour of San Diego is something new for AFWA that we’re hoping everyone will enjoy and is a change for our normal social/networking events. We’ll learning more about women’s part in the history of San Diego, get to know the Gaslamp District better (not just for tourist!) and enjoy a night out with your fellow AFWA members, students and guests.


Conscious Conversations: The Secret to Better Relationships

You can earn 1 Communications CPE Credit for attending!

AFWA is registered with the National Association of State Board of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have final authority on the accpetance of individual courses of CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org

 

In this insightful talk, you’ll learn:

  • How to use mindfulness to improve your conversations, and create more harmony at home and at work
  • How to avoid the common mistakes that people make that sabotage conversations
  • Why conflict really happens, and what you can do about it
  • How to communicate with purpose
  • The most powerful truth about communication

Speaker Bio:

Christie Lees, RN, BScN, CYT-Coach, Speaker, Consultant

Christie Lees is the founder of Modern Wellbeing, a coaching and consulting company that guides individuals and companies towards the experience of vibrant health and conscious awareness.

Christie Lees is the founder of Modern Wellbeing, a coaching and consulting company that guides individuals and companies towards the experience of vibrant health and conscious awareness.

After many rewarding years as an oncology nurse in top-ranked hospitals and clinics internationally, she was invited to work alongside Deepak Chopra at the Chopra Center for Wellbeing. As the Center Director, she was recognized by Deepak for “ushering the Perfect Health Program to higher levels of success”. It was there that her speaking career began, and she has since been adynamic presence at conferences, workshops, and seminars.

With her integrative and mindfulness-based approach, she has coached a diverse group of people from around the globe, including those with a wide range of “day-jobs”, such as celebrities, executives, moms, and even Olympic athletes. In addition to her private and group mentoring, she works as a corporate wellness consultant, speaking and leading workshops for companies looking to create “conscious cultures” in the workplace, filled with thriving employees.

Dinner Menu:

Mexican Buffet

  • Chicken fajita grilled with peppers and onions
  • Black beans
  • Corn tortillas
  • Mexican rice
  • Salsa fresca & chips
  • Enchilada Casserole
  • Dessert

Toppings:

  • guacamole
  • cheddar cheese
  • lettuce & sour cream

Includes:

  • Water
  • Ice Tea
  • Soda

No Host Bar

Scholarship Prizes:

  • $450 Facial Spa Package – Alvarado Skin Care Institute
  • $75 Gift Basket – Tammy/5th Avenue Insurance
  • (2) Tickets – Facial
  • $25 Macy’s Gift Card – Cindy Lou Smith

 

$25 Members & Students,  $35 Guests