Upcoming Events
Founders Day - Postponed - TBD
Guest Speaker - TBD
USAFA is 66 years old! Come help us celebrate! Please join the Sacramento Chapter of the AOG for our annual Founders Day celebration commemorating the establishment of the Air Force Academy on April 1st, 1954. Join fellow graduates, parents, and friends as we celebrate with our biggest event of the year. Cost is TBD, but around $50 per person and $40 per person for company grade officers. Registration will be available soon.
Date: TBD Time: 5:30pm Social, 6:30pm dinner Location: Kilaga Springs Lodge, Sun City, Lincoln
Guest Speaker - TBD
USAFA is 66 years old! Come help us celebrate! Please join the Sacramento Chapter of the AOG for our annual Founders Day celebration commemorating the establishment of the Air Force Academy on April 1st, 1954. Join fellow graduates, parents, and friends as we celebrate with our biggest event of the year. Cost is TBD, but around $50 per person and $40 per person for company grade officers. Registration will be available soon.
Date: TBD Time: 5:30pm Social, 6:30pm dinner Location: Kilaga Springs Lodge, Sun City, Lincoln
Past Events
LEADS Workshop, Friday, Mar 27, 2020 - Canceled
The LEADS Workshop (Leadership Ethics and Diversity in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a single-day event targeting middle school and high school students with the aim to build STEM-competent leaders of character. The workshop, originated and managed by West Point, is held in many locations across the country and this year our USAFA AOG chapter has teamed up with the local West Point Chapter to bring it to the Sacramento region for the first time. We will have about 180 students from the San Juan School District participate. Middle Schoolers will participate in a challenging day of fun with tech and the high schoolers will focus on ethics in leadership. This is a big event and we do need support on the 27th - so if you can help, please contact Bob Steigerwald.
Date: Fri, Mar 27, 2020 Time: 7:00AM-3:30 PM Location: Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights
The LEADS Workshop (Leadership Ethics and Diversity in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a single-day event targeting middle school and high school students with the aim to build STEM-competent leaders of character. The workshop, originated and managed by West Point, is held in many locations across the country and this year our USAFA AOG chapter has teamed up with the local West Point Chapter to bring it to the Sacramento region for the first time. We will have about 180 students from the San Juan School District participate. Middle Schoolers will participate in a challenging day of fun with tech and the high schoolers will focus on ethics in leadership. This is a big event and we do need support on the 27th - so if you can help, please contact Bob Steigerwald.
Date: Fri, Mar 27, 2020 Time: 7:00AM-3:30 PM Location: Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights
Tommy Apostolos Fundraising Dinner - Saturday, Mar 14, 2020
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG has supported both the Tommy Apostolos Dinner Dance Fundraiser in the Spring and the Clothing Distribution at Kohl's in December. This year the dinner dance is on Saturday, March 14 (8 PM) at the Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville. If you are interested in attending the dinner dance, the tickets are $40 for an individual and $75 for a couple. Visit tommyafund.com for more information and to sign up. If you plan to attend, email SacramentoAog@gmail.com to let us know and we'll try to arrange seating together.
Date: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm Location: Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG has supported both the Tommy Apostolos Dinner Dance Fundraiser in the Spring and the Clothing Distribution at Kohl's in December. This year the dinner dance is on Saturday, March 14 (8 PM) at the Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville. If you are interested in attending the dinner dance, the tickets are $40 for an individual and $75 for a couple. Visit tommyafund.com for more information and to sign up. If you plan to attend, email SacramentoAog@gmail.com to let us know and we'll try to arrange seating together.
Date: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm Location: Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville
Networking Social - Bike Dog Brewing - Tuesday, Feb 25, 2020
Join fellow USAFA grads and guests for happy hour and dinner featuring locally brewed craft beer. We'll provide appetizers to get the party started. After that, please plan to take advantage of the many food and drink offerings available at the Broadway Taproom (no host, pay-as-you-go). Come any time and stay for as long as you want! Please RSVP to SacramentoAOG@gmail.com so that we can reserve enough space. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Date: Tue, Feb 25, 2020 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 915 Broadway Suite 200, Sacramento
Join fellow USAFA grads and guests for happy hour and dinner featuring locally brewed craft beer. We'll provide appetizers to get the party started. After that, please plan to take advantage of the many food and drink offerings available at the Broadway Taproom (no host, pay-as-you-go). Come any time and stay for as long as you want! Please RSVP to SacramentoAOG@gmail.com so that we can reserve enough space. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Date: Tue, Feb 25, 2020 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 915 Broadway Suite 200, Sacramento
Air Force Men's Basketball vs. San Jose State Spartans, Saturday, Jan 25, 2020
For Air Force men's basketball fans, the Falcons are coming to our neighborhood to take on the San Jose State Spartans! We don't plan to go as a group, but if you want to score tickets behind the Falcon bench at a reduced price ($15), visit the ticketing site and use the promo code AIRFORCE.
Date: Sat, Jan 25, 2020 Time: 2:00 PM Location: San Jose State Event Center, 290 S 7th St, San Jose, CA
For Air Force men's basketball fans, the Falcons are coming to our neighborhood to take on the San Jose State Spartans! We don't plan to go as a group, but if you want to score tickets behind the Falcon bench at a reduced price ($15), visit the ticketing site and use the promo code AIRFORCE.
Date: Sat, Jan 25, 2020 Time: 2:00 PM Location: San Jose State Event Center, 290 S 7th St, San Jose, CA
Tommy Apostolos Kids Shopping Day - Saturday, Dec 7, 2019
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG will be supporting the Tommy Apostolos Kids Shopping Day at Kohl's in December. This year the foundation will help over 600 deserving children shop for winter clothing like shoes, coats, and other essentials at no cost to them. This would not be possible without our dedicated and kind volunteers that assist each child with choosing their items. So all we need to do is show up on time, be paired with one of the children and help them go shopping in Kohl's using the funds supplied by Tommy Apostolos. To participate in this worthwhile event, please sign up here and print/fill-out this form to take with you (which looks like it's still the 2018 form). Bob Steigerwald is the AOG coordinator for this event. If you plan on attending, please let Bob know - he will be looking for a place for us to convene afterwards for breakfast.
Date: Sat, Dec 7, 2019 Time: 5:30-7:30 am Location: Kohl's, 10375 Fairway Drive, Roseville
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG will be supporting the Tommy Apostolos Kids Shopping Day at Kohl's in December. This year the foundation will help over 600 deserving children shop for winter clothing like shoes, coats, and other essentials at no cost to them. This would not be possible without our dedicated and kind volunteers that assist each child with choosing their items. So all we need to do is show up on time, be paired with one of the children and help them go shopping in Kohl's using the funds supplied by Tommy Apostolos. To participate in this worthwhile event, please sign up here and print/fill-out this form to take with you (which looks like it's still the 2018 form). Bob Steigerwald is the AOG coordinator for this event. If you plan on attending, please let Bob know - he will be looking for a place for us to convene afterwards for breakfast.
Date: Sat, Dec 7, 2019 Time: 5:30-7:30 am Location: Kohl's, 10375 Fairway Drive, Roseville
Army at Air Force Watch Party, Saturday Nov 2, 2019
In conjunction with the the local USMA chapter in Sacramento, we'll be having a watch party at the Yard House in the Fountains at Roseville. If you like beer, you won't find a better selection in the area. The Yard House also offers brunch menus on the weekend as well as an option for a $15.00 prepayment for bottomless bloody Mary’s and mimosas! Join fellow grads and family members, cadet parents, meet some folks from USMA, and watch Air Force crush Army!
Date: Sat, Nov 2, 2019 Time: 12:00 PM, game starts 12:30 Location: 1166 Roseville Parkway, Roseville, CA 95678
In conjunction with the the local USMA chapter in Sacramento, we'll be having a watch party at the Yard House in the Fountains at Roseville. If you like beer, you won't find a better selection in the area. The Yard House also offers brunch menus on the weekend as well as an option for a $15.00 prepayment for bottomless bloody Mary’s and mimosas! Join fellow grads and family members, cadet parents, meet some folks from USMA, and watch Air Force crush Army!
Date: Sat, Nov 2, 2019 Time: 12:00 PM, game starts 12:30 Location: 1166 Roseville Parkway, Roseville, CA 95678
Chapter Quarterly Networking Social - Wednesday, Oct 23, 2019
We are holding our quarterly networking social at the Tres Hermanas in Davis. We have reserved the outdoor dining area from 1630 - 1830 on Oct 23, 2019. There is parking at the train depot next door. Craighton Chin, '79, is hosting Happy Hour beer, wine, and nachos until 1800. People are welcome to stay later for dinner, no host. Please join us and meet other local grads. Open to all grads and guests. RSVP not needed, but helps make sure we have enough tables reserved. Please contact Tim Jacobs
Date: Wed, Oct 23, 2019 Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Location: Tres Hermanas, 805 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616
We are holding our quarterly networking social at the Tres Hermanas in Davis. We have reserved the outdoor dining area from 1630 - 1830 on Oct 23, 2019. There is parking at the train depot next door. Craighton Chin, '79, is hosting Happy Hour beer, wine, and nachos until 1800. People are welcome to stay later for dinner, no host. Please join us and meet other local grads. Open to all grads and guests. RSVP not needed, but helps make sure we have enough tables reserved. Please contact Tim Jacobs
Date: Wed, Oct 23, 2019 Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Location: Tres Hermanas, 805 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616
Air Force at Navy Watch Party, Saturday Oct 4, 2019
In conjunction with the the local Naval Academy chapter in Sacramento, we'll be having a watch party! Our Navy comrades have set this up at Players Sports Pub and Grill on Sunrise and Fair Oaks. The game starts at 12:30 - mark your calendars!
Date: Sat, Oct 5, 2019 Time: 12:30 PM Location: Players Sports Pub, 4060 Sunrise Blvd, Fair Oaks
In conjunction with the the local Naval Academy chapter in Sacramento, we'll be having a watch party! Our Navy comrades have set this up at Players Sports Pub and Grill on Sunrise and Fair Oaks. The game starts at 12:30 - mark your calendars!
Date: Sat, Oct 5, 2019 Time: 12:30 PM Location: Players Sports Pub, 4060 Sunrise Blvd, Fair Oaks
Sacramento Republic FC vs. Colorado Springs - Saturday, Aug 17, 2019
8pm, Papa Murphy's Park, Sacramento
Another opportunity for grads, family, and friends to enjoy a popular Sacramento sports team. The Sac Republic are one of the most popular and exciting minor league teams in the country. By match day, there is a reasonable chance that Major League Soccer will have announced Sac Republic as the next team to join MLS - so the excitement should be high. Please register and pay in advance here. Please register early. Registration ends July 27th.
Date: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 Time: 8:00 PM Location: Papa Murphy's Park, Sacramento
8pm, Papa Murphy's Park, Sacramento
Another opportunity for grads, family, and friends to enjoy a popular Sacramento sports team. The Sac Republic are one of the most popular and exciting minor league teams in the country. By match day, there is a reasonable chance that Major League Soccer will have announced Sac Republic as the next team to join MLS - so the excitement should be high. Please register and pay in advance here. Please register early. Registration ends July 27th.
Date: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 Time: 8:00 PM Location: Papa Murphy's Park, Sacramento
West Point Society Annual Picnic - Saturday, Jul 20, 2019
Hosted by John DePiazza, 11am-4pm, in Carmichael
The West Point Society of Northern CA’s 27th Annual Family Picnic is nearly upon us! John DePiazza ‘78 has once again graciously offered his home and will serve as host. There will be BBQ, wine, beer, etc. Also pool, trampoline, games and FUN! Bring your swim suits and appetite!! USAFA Grads/families/guests/children are welcome to attend and several will be there. Please RSVP to John DePiazza using the contact info provided in the email from Sacramento AOG.
Hosted by John DePiazza, 11am-4pm, in Carmichael
The West Point Society of Northern CA’s 27th Annual Family Picnic is nearly upon us! John DePiazza ‘78 has once again graciously offered his home and will serve as host. There will be BBQ, wine, beer, etc. Also pool, trampoline, games and FUN! Bring your swim suits and appetite!! USAFA Grads/families/guests/children are welcome to attend and several will be there. Please RSVP to John DePiazza using the contact info provided in the email from Sacramento AOG.
Lincoln Potters Baseball - Thursday, July 11, 2019
Join our group of family and friends to attend Lincoln Potters Baseball on July 11th at 6:35 PM at McBean Stadium in Lincoln. Group price of $24 gets you admission to the game plus a tri-tip sandwich and all the hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and soda you can eat. Beer and wine available for an additional cost. We'll have a Cvent set up shortly to register and pay - check back here or in your next AOG email for the link.
Date: Thu, Jul 11, 2019 Time: 6:35 pm Location: McBean Stadium in Lincoln, CA
Join our group of family and friends to attend Lincoln Potters Baseball on July 11th at 6:35 PM at McBean Stadium in Lincoln. Group price of $24 gets you admission to the game plus a tri-tip sandwich and all the hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and soda you can eat. Beer and wine available for an additional cost. We'll have a Cvent set up shortly to register and pay - check back here or in your next AOG email for the link.
Date: Thu, Jul 11, 2019 Time: 6:35 pm Location: McBean Stadium in Lincoln, CA
Winery Tour and Tasting - Saturday, June 1, 2019
For grads & family who like wine and wineries, we thought we would set up an event to have a tour and do some tasting at a foothills winery. The Madroña winery, located in Apple Hill, specializes in high-elevation winemaking and produces exceptional Rhône and Bordeaux varietals including Cabernet, Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and more. Brian Handshoe ('91) is leading the event. An email will come out soon with sign-up information.
Date: Sat, Jun 1, 2019 Time: arrive 10:45 am Location: Madroña Vineyards, 2560 High Hill Road, Camino
For grads & family who like wine and wineries, we thought we would set up an event to have a tour and do some tasting at a foothills winery. The Madroña winery, located in Apple Hill, specializes in high-elevation winemaking and produces exceptional Rhône and Bordeaux varietals including Cabernet, Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and more. Brian Handshoe ('91) is leading the event. An email will come out soon with sign-up information.
Date: Sat, Jun 1, 2019 Time: arrive 10:45 am Location: Madroña Vineyards, 2560 High Hill Road, Camino
Volunteer Opportunity - Roseville Jazz Festival, May 25-26 2019
Our AOG members have another opportunity to volunteer for an event in Roseville, especially our music loving members. When the Sacramento Music Festival folded in 2017, Jim Martinez took the lead in bringing a Sacramento area replacement jazz festival to Roseville. If you wish to volunteer for the jazz festival in May (and we would encourage you to do so!), please go to the festival web site and click on the volunteer tab. It will lead you to the instructions for how to volunteer. They are actually signing up volunteers NOW for individual venues and actual shifts, so if you are interested, please don't wait. If you just want to listen to music, you can also purchase tickets on the web site.
Our AOG members have another opportunity to volunteer for an event in Roseville, especially our music loving members. When the Sacramento Music Festival folded in 2017, Jim Martinez took the lead in bringing a Sacramento area replacement jazz festival to Roseville. If you wish to volunteer for the jazz festival in May (and we would encourage you to do so!), please go to the festival web site and click on the volunteer tab. It will lead you to the instructions for how to volunteer. They are actually signing up volunteers NOW for individual venues and actual shifts, so if you are interested, please don't wait. If you just want to listen to music, you can also purchase tickets on the web site.
Founders Day - Saturday, Apr 27, 2019
Guest Speaker - Coach Chris Gobrecht, USAFA Women's Basketball Coach
USAFA is 65 years old! Come help us celebrate! Please join the Sacramento Chapter of the AOG for our annual Founders Day celebration commemorating the establishment of the Air Force Academy on April 1st, 1954. Join fellow graduates, parents, and friends as we celebrate with our biggest event of the year. Cost will be $50 per person and $40 per person for company grade officers. Registration available here.
Date: Sat, Apr 27, 2019 Time: 5:30pm Social, 6:30pm dinner Location: Kilaga Springs Lodge, Sun City, Lincoln
Guest Speaker - Coach Chris Gobrecht, USAFA Women's Basketball Coach
USAFA is 65 years old! Come help us celebrate! Please join the Sacramento Chapter of the AOG for our annual Founders Day celebration commemorating the establishment of the Air Force Academy on April 1st, 1954. Join fellow graduates, parents, and friends as we celebrate with our biggest event of the year. Cost will be $50 per person and $40 per person for company grade officers. Registration available here.
Date: Sat, Apr 27, 2019 Time: 5:30pm Social, 6:30pm dinner Location: Kilaga Springs Lodge, Sun City, Lincoln
Sacramento Rivercats v Iowa - All Summer
Fireworks after the game!
Bring family and friends and join fellow grads for a River Cats baseball game at Raley Field. The River Cats are the Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. A good opportunity to see future Major League stars (or current stars on rehab). Great family fun at a great ball park! Typically Fireworks after evening games. Tickets can be used Sunday-Thursday. Contact Joe Buckwalter at his email.
Date: Pick a Home Game Time: TBD Location: Raley Field, Sacramento
Fireworks after the game!
Bring family and friends and join fellow grads for a River Cats baseball game at Raley Field. The River Cats are the Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. A good opportunity to see future Major League stars (or current stars on rehab). Great family fun at a great ball park! Typically Fireworks after evening games. Tickets can be used Sunday-Thursday. Contact Joe Buckwalter at his email.
Date: Pick a Home Game Time: TBD Location: Raley Field, Sacramento
Tommy Apostolos Fundraising Dinner - Saturday, Apr 6, 2019
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG has supported both the Tommy Apostolos Dinner Dance Fundraiser in April and the Clothing Distribution at Kohl's in December. This year the dinner dance is on Saturday, April 6 (8 PM) at the Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville. If you are interested in attending the dinner dance, the tickets are $40 for an individual and $75 for a couple. There is no special price for an organization. Bill Heinlein is the AOG coordinator for this event. But you must sign up and pay on your own by going to the web site here and follow the info to the ticket site. If you plan on attending, please let Bill know and he will grab some AOG seats together at the event.
Date: Sat, Apr 6, 2019 Time: 8:00pm Location: Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville
As in previous years, our Sacramento Chapter of the AOG has supported both the Tommy Apostolos Dinner Dance Fundraiser in April and the Clothing Distribution at Kohl's in December. This year the dinner dance is on Saturday, April 6 (8 PM) at the Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville. If you are interested in attending the dinner dance, the tickets are $40 for an individual and $75 for a couple. There is no special price for an organization. Bill Heinlein is the AOG coordinator for this event. But you must sign up and pay on your own by going to the web site here and follow the info to the ticket site. If you plan on attending, please let Bill know and he will grab some AOG seats together at the event.
Date: Sat, Apr 6, 2019 Time: 8:00pm Location: Placer County Fairgrounds in Roseville
Quarterly Chapter Networking Social - February 27, 2019
Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouse, 6pm, 1322 V Street, Sacramento
We're meeting in the Downtown are again to reach grads in metro area and have reserved a table in the Barrel House where we can sit together as a group and socialize while we enjoy great food and locally brewed beer or other beverages. We encourage you to join us - especially if you never have before. Table reservation is for 6:30 until you are ready to leave. All food and beverages are pay as you go, although we'll likely contribute a few appetizers if there is enough interest. Spouses, significant others, adult children, and other guests are welcome. RSVP to SacramentoAOG@gmail.com.
Date: Wed, Feb 27, 2019 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouse, Sacramento
Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouse, 6pm, 1322 V Street, Sacramento
We're meeting in the Downtown are again to reach grads in metro area and have reserved a table in the Barrel House where we can sit together as a group and socialize while we enjoy great food and locally brewed beer or other beverages. We encourage you to join us - especially if you never have before. Table reservation is for 6:30 until you are ready to leave. All food and beverages are pay as you go, although we'll likely contribute a few appetizers if there is enough interest. Spouses, significant others, adult children, and other guests are welcome. RSVP to SacramentoAOG@gmail.com.
Date: Wed, Feb 27, 2019 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouse, Sacramento