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Special Movie Screening – Thelma & Louise

May 28, 2025 by Dawn Rodden

South Bay Women‘s Network is presenting a special screening of Thelma & Louise on Monday, July 7th, at 5:30 pm, doors open at 5 pm. This fundraising event takes place at the Bay Theater in Morro Bay. The film, a 1991 American crime drama, follows two friends, Thelma Dickinson and Louise Sawyer, as they set out on a weekend trip to a fishing cabin in the mountains to escape their dull routines. The trip turns dangerous when Louise kills a man who tries to assault Thelma at a bar. Fearing the law, Louise decides to flee to Mexico, and Thelma joins her.

All ticket sales will support the SBWN Scholarship Fund.


In 2000 South Bay Women’s Network awarded its first two scholarships of $75 each which began the Cuesta College Female Reentry Student Scholarship Program. Since those first two scholarships SBWN has awarded 115 scholarships to support local women in their decision to finish a degree for a total of over $64,900. This has become our signature fundraising effort and focus!

More information coming soon.

MOVIE TICKET – $15

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June Evening Meeting & Mixer

March 11, 2025 by Dawn Rodden

Join us on Tuesday, June 3rd, 6 pm at The Savory Palette for a ACS Stop the Bleed Interactive Course with SBWN member Marcy Mullen, MEd Training & Consulting. She will guide use through the three quick techniques to help save a life before someone bleeds out: (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound; (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding; (3) How to correctly apply a tourniquet. These skills help you act in an emergency. You can help save someone’s life.

Bleeding injuries can happen anywhere. We often see them on TV or in real life. Serious accidents or disasters can cause life-threatening bleeds. Learn how to control bleeding and become an immediate responder. This short presentation is just 30 minutes. Everyone who participates receives a free certificate from the American College of Surgeons.

Food provided by The Savory Palette in Morro Bay is included in meeting fee. Wine, Beer and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. We hope to see you there for a fun evening of networking and education!

$25 Members/$30 Guests

If you wish to pay at the door, email us your RSVP at info@sbwn.org

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2024 Scholarship Presentation & Recipients

December 17, 2024 by Dawn Rodden

South Bay Women’s Network (SBWN) hosted its Scholarship Presentation at The Benedict in Morro Bay this year. Members, guests, and scholarship recipients came together to celebrate six Cuesta College female re-entry students, each receiving a $1,000 scholarship.

The scholarship recipients represent a diverse range of backgrounds and academic pursuits. Each woman has demonstrated exceptional drive, resilience, and dedication to her educational goals. The scholarships will provide vital financial support, helping them overcome educational barriers and navigate the challenges associated with pursuing higher education.

The funds for these scholarships came from this year’s Garden Party Scholarship Benefit and the Clue the Movie fundraiser at the Bay Theater. We also received generous support from the SLO Women’s Network, SBWN members, and other supporters. This important effort shows SBWN’s strong dedication to empowering women in the South Bay community and helping them succeed in their education.

Thank you to our Scholarship Interview Committee – Valerie Parillo and Denise Lowe.

CLICK HERE FOR RECIPIENT VIDEOS

Scholarship recipients with SBWN Scholarship Chair Valerie Parillo
Alexis Aquia – Information Technology
Emily Jauregui – History with a special interest in Chicano/Indigenous Studies
Indira Ochoa – Psychiatric Technician
Samantha Morris – RN
Jamie Rose Annelle Villanueva – Addiction Treatment Studies
President Denise Lowe 

Not pictured: Tina Riley – RN

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2024 Scholarship Recipients Videos

December 17, 2024 by Dawn Rodden

Congratulations to our six winners: Alexis Aquia – Information Technology; Emily Jauregui – History with a special interest in Chicano/Indigenous Studies; Jamie Rose Annelle Villanueva – Addiction Treatment Studies; Samantha Morris – RN; Indira Ochoa – Psychiatric Technician; Tina Riley – RN

More photos and information

Tina Riley
Jamie Rose Annelle Villanueva
Samantha Morris

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Spring Fling High Tea Fundraiser

April 24, 2024 by Dawn Rodden

Stylish hats and elegant attire were plentiful at the Spring Fling High Tea Fundraiser, which took place on Sunday, April 21st. Attendees, including both members and guests, enjoyed a delightful high tea menu featuring finger sandwiches, soup, salad, tea party desserts, sparkling wine, and an assortment of teas. A special thank you goes to The Savory Palette for providing a wonderful meal. This was our first fundraiser of 2024, with the goal of raising funds for the SBWN Cuesta College Female Reentry Student Scholarship Program. The event successfully raised enough money for potentially two scholarships. Many thanks to all the wonderful women – and men – who joined us at the Spring Fling, as well as those who generously contributed their funds, gifts, and time to ensure the event’s success.

Thank you to Brittany Stewart from Limitless Skies: Custom Photobooth Services who kindly volunteered her time and photo booth for our event. Our guests had fun posing for their close-up shots. Brittany is our new social media intern.

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Presenting at Morro Bay Chamber Breakfast on the Bay

March 24, 2024 by Dawn Rodden

View SBWN President Denise Lowe’s presentation.

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