Speakers
Speaker | Date | Topic |
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Steve Adami, Exec Dir - The Way Out,Salvation Army | Feb 19, 2025 12:15 PM |
Ending San Francisco's Drug and Homeless Crisis
![]() One in seven Americans reports struggling with a substance use disorder, yet only one in ten individuals with addiction receives treatment. Steve Adami spearheads comprehensive recovery programs at the Salvation Army, emphasizing rehabilitation, reentry services, and homelessness solutions. His efforts have had a profound impact in San Francisco, where he champions effective alternatives to the city’s housing-first model. |
Bonnie Jue, DDS | Feb 26, 2025 12:15 PM |
Oral Health Matters!
![]() Did you know that the health of your teeth and gums can affect your overall health and emotional well-being? For children, dental problems can even impact physical development and academic performance! February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Dr. Bonnie Jue, Assistant Clinical Professor at UCSF School of Dentistry and Community Engagement Director at Sonrisas Dental Health, will share helpful tips on simple ways to elevate your smile and support children in our community on their journey to better health. Following the meeting, we will be assembling oral health kits to be donated to thousands of children in San Mateo County, helping them start the year with a focus on optimal oral health. |
Stephen Muterspaugh, Exec Artistic Dir - Hillbarn | Mar 05, 2025 12:15 PM |
Theater & Community: The Power of Shared Stories
![]() Theater has always been more than just entertainment—it is a gathering place, a mirror to society, and a catalyst for connection. Steve Muterspaugh will explore Hillbarn theater's vital role in building community, fostering empathy, and keeping the arts alive. From the magic of live performance to the impact of inclusive storytelling, discover how theater strengthens bonds, sparks conversation, and reminds us of our shared humanity. Whether you're an artist, an audience member, or an advocate for the arts, this discussion will illuminate why theater remains an essential part of our cultural fabric. |
Supervisor David J. Canepa, Bd President | Apr 16, 2025 12:15 PM |
County Update with Supervisor David J. Canepa
![]() Join David J. Canepa, President of the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, for a county update. He will share his priorities for the year, focusing on housing, transportation, public health, and investments in families and older adults. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about the county’s future and key initiatives shaping the community. |
John Leshy, Professor Emeritus at UC Law SF | May 07, 2025 12:15 PM |
America’s Public Lands: Looking Back and Ahead
John Leshy, Professor Emeritus at UC Law SF, Solicitor (General Counsel) of the U.S. Interior Department (1993-2001), and author of Our Common Ground (Yale U. Press, 2022), will explain how the U.S. came to hold more than 600 million acres of land primarily for open space preservation and public enjoyment, and conclude with some speculations about what might lie ahead for them. |