Native Sons of the Golden West

06/18/2026

California Adventure Club Southern California Weekend Hello NSGW members, a quick message from the California Adventure Club,

If you are planning on going to Southern California Weekend this year join us for a fun three-day Catalina Island adventure, October 14–16, 2026! Please note that everyone is responsible for making their own bookings for ferry transportation, hotel accommodations, museum admission, and the Eco Tour.

Hotel Accommodations:

We will be staying at the Seaport Village Inn in Avalon. If you plan to attend, please book your room soon, as rates will likely increase closer to October.

You may book directly through the hotel:

https://www.seaportvillageinn.com (https://www.seaportvillageinn.com)

It’s also worth checking third-party booking sites such as Priceline and others, as rates may vary.

Wednesday, October 14

We will depart from Long Beach aboard the Catalina Express at 9:30 AM for Avalon.

Please book your ferry tickets here:

https://catalinaexpress.com (https://catalinaexpress.com)

Once in Avalon, the day will be yours to explore the town, shops, waterfront, and sights at your own pace. At 2:00 PM, we’ll gather for a self-guided visit to the Catalina Island Museum.

Museum tickets can be purchased here or at the door:

https://www.catalinamuseum.org/tickets-hours (https://www.catalinamuseum.org/tickets-hours)

Thursday, October 15

At 10:00 AM, we will take a 2-hour Eco Tour of Catalina’s beautiful interior with the Catalina Island Conservancy.

Please book the 10:00 AM tour here:

https://book.peek.com/s/ff45904e-63c4-416b-b3ee-3e5ba1bb3a83/ayob6 (https://book.peek.com/s/ff45904e-63c4-416b-b3ee-3e5ba1bb3a83/ayob6)

Friday, October 16

We’ll return to Long Beach on the Catalina Express, departing Avalon at 10:15 AM, so we can continue on to So Cal Weekend in San Bernardino.

Be sure to book your return ferry here:

https://catalinaexpress.com (https://catalinaexpress.com)

We hope you’ll join us for this island getaway!

06/15/2026

Remember today is the last day to reserve your spot for the Redwood #66 Roasted Pig Fest on Saturday. If you have not made your reservation, make sure that you get it in today.

06/15/2026

4th of July Pancake Breakfast in Lincoln Mark your calendars for the annual 4th of July pancake breakfast, presented by the NDGW and NSGW and held at the Lincoln Veterans Memorial Hall, 541 5th Street in Lincoln, CA. The funds raised by both organizations support local scholarship programs, the Lincoln Area Archives Museum, and other non-profit groups and endeavors.

The always delicious breakfast will be served from 7am to 9am, and is conveniently located along the parade route which starts at 9am. Prices are only $12 for those aged 12 and above, and $5 for those 11 and under, to help make breakfast more affordable for families. Tickets may be purchased with cash or credit/debit cards.

Advance tickets can be purchased at Sierra Hills Framing, 531 Lincoln Blvd, Suite B, in Lincoln, Tuesdays through Fridays from 10am to 5pm, and on Saturdays from 10am to 2pm.

If you have any questions, please send us an email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), or call 916/645-1644 and we will return your call. We look forward to seeing you on the 4th of July!

06/14/2026

06/12/2026

Redwood Parlor #66 Roasted Pig BBQ

06/12/2026

Flag Day
If you aren’t doing anything tomorrow. Stop by the Historic Sonoma Plaza for the 65th Annual Bear Flag Celebration. The celebration will start at 11:00am and followed by Sonoma Parlor Chicken BBQ.

06/06/2026

As a young boy, George Deukmejian was considered polite, good natured and studious. He worked through high school wrapping meat and making coat hangers. He attended Siena College where he majored in sociology, managed the college’s baseball team, and picked up the nickname “Duke.” He went on to earn his law degree at St. John's University. Soon after completing law school, he was drafted to serve in the US Army, where he was assigned legal duty in Paris.
At the end of his tour of duty, Deukmejian returned to the US and established a law practice in Southern California. He was also very active in a number of community organizations including the Red Cross, Boy Scouts, and Lion’s Club. In 1962, Deukmejian was elected to the Assembly in which he served until 1967. He served as a State Senator for Los Angeles from 1967 to 1979 and as State Attorney General from 1979 to 1983. Deukmejian was elected Governor in 1983 and served two terms. His accomplishments included promoting sound economic policies that led to the creation of more than 2.8 million new jobs; making education a priority for the state; and creating a workfare program.
After serving as Governor, Deukmejian remained active in the community by serving on special commissions. In May 2008, he received an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws from California State University, Long Beach for his political and civic endeavors.
Images and Biography is from the California’s Governors Library at: https://governors.library.ca.gov/list.html

05/31/2026

Santa Rosa Parlor #28 Father’s Day BBQ Ribs
Reserve your seats now!
BBQ Ribs with Jalapeño Corn Bread and Honey by Guest Chef Larry Schork!
Cowboy Beans, Green Salad, Fresh Bread and More
Tuesday June 9 at Santa Rosa NSGW #28, 3318 Stony Point Rd.
Call or TXT to Reserve by Friday June 5.707-291-3646.

Santa Rosa NSGW Dinners are always open to Brothers, Family & Friends!
Dinner is $20 — Beer, Wine, Water and Sodas Available
Social Time is 6:30pm, Dinner Served 7pm

Call and Reserve — Bring Your Buddies!

05/27/2026

Historical Dedication & Chicken BBQ