Upcoming Events
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
Past Events
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
Chapter Open House/Christmas Party, Dec 30, 2018
Bill and Claudia Heinlein hosted our annual chapter Christmas Party again this year. Come join our Chapter, visit with other grads/families, and get a tour of the most amazing collection of Christmas decorations that adorn the "Christmas House"! This is an open house format, so come on over when it suits you.
Date: Sun, Dec 30, 2018 Time: 11am-5pm Location: Bill & Claudia's Christmas House
Bill and Claudia Heinlein hosted our annual chapter Christmas Party again this year. Come join our Chapter, visit with other grads/families, and get a tour of the most amazing collection of Christmas decorations that adorn the "Christmas House"! This is an open house format, so come on over when it suits you.
Date: Sun, Dec 30, 2018 Time: 11am-5pm Location: Bill & Claudia's Christmas House
Lions Club Food & Toy Distribution, Dec 22, 2017
Our Sacramento AOG Chapter will support the Roseville Host Lions Club in distributing food & gifts to needy families in Roseville. Bill Heinlein is leading our chapter's participation in the event. Starting at the Food Bank, volunteer drivers will deliver food and toys to families. Drivers should should show up prior to 9am to line up.
Date: Sat, Dec 22, 2018 Time: before 9:00 AM Location: Placer Food Bank, 8290 Industrial Blvd, Roseville
Our Sacramento AOG Chapter will support the Roseville Host Lions Club in distributing food & gifts to needy families in Roseville. Bill Heinlein is leading our chapter's participation in the event. Starting at the Food Bank, volunteer drivers will deliver food and toys to families. Drivers should should show up prior to 9am to line up.
Date: Sat, Dec 22, 2018 Time: before 9:00 AM Location: Placer Food Bank, 8290 Industrial Blvd, Roseville