BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Victoria Kastner - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://victoriakastner.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Victoria Kastner
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20210101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20240312T235759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T204145Z
UID:5073-1711620000-1711627200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:NYC DDC Talks: Breaking Barriers in Architecture
DESCRIPTION:BREAKING BARRIERS IN ARCHITECTURE:\nLOUISE BLANCHARD BETHUNE\, JULIA MORGAN\, AND BARBIE\n\nwith\nVICTORIA KASTNER\nAUTHOR OF JULIA MORGAN: \nAN INTIMATE BIOGRAPHY OF THE TRAILBLAZING ARCHITECT\nThursday\, March 28\, 2024\n10 am – 12 pm EST \nVIRTUAL LECTURE via TEAMS\nIn recognition of Women’s History Month\, this month’s DDC Talks will focus on barrier-breaking women in the architecture profession: Louise Blanchard Bethune\, America’s first professional female architect\, and Julia Morgan\, the first woman licensed to practice architecture in California. Guests include speaker Kelly Hayes McAlonie\, author of a recent biography of Bethune. McAlonie was also a key contributor in collaboration with Mattel in its design and launch of Barbie I Can Be: Architect\, the Career Doll of 2012. She will discuss both projects and her perspectives on the status of women in the architecture profession. \nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An\nIntimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at Julia\nMorgan’s fascinating private life\, as well as her remarkable career. Julia Morgan was a lifelong\ntrailblazer. In 1902 she became the first woman to graduate from the renowned architecture\nprogram at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1904 she became California’s first licensed\nfemale architect. And in 2014 the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her\nthe Gold Medal\, as its first female recipient. Best known as the designer of William Randolph\nHearst’s lavish estate at San Simeon\, she built an astonishing 700 additional projects throughout\nthe west. Victoria will share new information about many of these buildings\, as well as reveal the\nmany triumphs and tragedies of Julia Morgan’s inspiring personal life.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/nyc-ddc-talks-women-in-architecture/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20240201T202954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T004712Z
UID:5042-1711202400-1711209600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Annual Women's History Day Event at Asilomar
DESCRIPTION:California Department of Parks and Recreation\nAsilomar Conference Grounds\nLocated on the Monterey Peninsula in the city of Pacific Grove\, Asilomar had its start in 1913 as a young womens’ summer camp and conference facility- an outgrowth of the inspired vision of the resourceful\, socially-concerned and committed women of the YWCA (Young Women’s Christian Association). The historic buildings which are still an integral part of the Asilomar grounds\, were designed and built by California’s first licensed female architect\, Julia Morgan. \nBetween 1913 and 1928\, Julia Morgan designed more the twenty-five buildings for Asilomar including garages and utility buildings. Today\, eleven of these buildings survive\, many of which are used to this day for the purposes which they were built- for conferences\, social spaces\, and lodging. Guided and self-guided tour options allow for visitors to learn more about Asilomar and its significance in YWCA history and as the largest collection of Julia Morgan buildings standing in one place. \nPlease join us for our Annual Women’s History Day Event\nMarch 23\, 2024\n2:00 p.m.\nGrace Dodge Chapel\, Asilomar Conference Grounds\nVictoria Kastner\nPresents \n“Julia Morgan: Her Personal Story”\n  \nRegister Here  for “Julia Morgan: Her Personal Story” Lecture
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/annual-womens-history-day-event-at-asilomar/
LOCATION:Grace Dodge Chapel\, Asilomar\, 800 Asilomar Avenue\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Asilomar.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240317T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240317T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20240217T022716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T022827Z
UID:5061-1710687600-1710693000@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Mare Island Historical Park Foundation-Alibi Bookstore Lecture and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Speakers Series: The Life of Julia Morgan –\nA Trailblazing Architect\n\n\nMarch 17\, 2024 \n3:00 PM \n\nSt. Peter’s Chapel: 1181 Walnut Ave\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‍\nLecture By: Victoria Kastner\, author of\nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect.‍\n  \nIn celebration of Women’s History Month\, MIHPF and Alibi Books join forces to present a lecture on the noted architect Julia Morgan by author Victoria Kastner.  This topic is especially relevant to our local community\, given the many of Arts & Crafts structures and the beautiful Julia Morgan home\, the Wilson House\, here in Vallejo. \nKastner will pull from her noted biography as she introduces Julia Morgan as a pioneering architect and a captivating individual. Kastner’s research for her book draws heavily on interviews\, letters\, and Morgan’s diaries\, including never-before-seen reflections on faith\, art\, and her life experiences. It will cover Morgan’s friendship with Hearst\, her passion for California’s landscape\, and her devotion to architecture that reveal her to have been a singularly brilliant and determined artist. \nA book signing by Kastner will directly follow the lecture.  You can purchase Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect at the event or at AlibiBookshop located at 624 Marin in downtown Vallejo. \nTickets are limited!  Purchase your tickets today. \n\nTickets: $15; MIHPF members receive a $5 discount.\n\n\n\n\nTickets
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/mare-island-historical-park-foundation-alibi-bookstore-lecture-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Chapel\, Mare Island\, 1181 Walnut Avenue\, Mare Island\, Vallejo\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alibi-Bookshop-and-Mare-Island.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mare Island Historical Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@mihpf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20231120T234121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T174012Z
UID:5020-1709055000-1709064000@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Hillwood Estate\, Museum & Gardens--Great Homes and Gardens Series Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Great Homes and Gardens Series\, 2024\nPresents \nVICTORIA KASTNER\nFEBRUARY 27\, 2024\nArchitect Julia Morgan: Her Inspiring Story \nThe fourth and final program in the Great Homes and Gardens lecture series. \nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at the life of Hearst Castle’s pioneering woman architect. In addition to working on San Simeon for twenty-eight years (1919-1947)\, Julia Morgan designed 700 additional projects throughout the west. In recognition of her many achievements\, the American Institute of Architects recently chose Julia Morgan as the first female recipient of their highest honor\, the Gold Medal. Ms. Kastner will reveal newly discovered information about Morgan’s inspiring private life\, as well as chronicling her impressive career. \nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect is available for purchase from the museum store before and after the lecture. \nHYBRID PROGRAM  \nThis lecture will be presented in the theater in the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center and will be livestreamed via Zoom. Visitors can submit questions for the speaker from any location. \nIN-PERSON TIMELINE \n5:30–6:30 p.m. | Explore Hillwood \n\nEnjoy Hillwood’s mansion\, gardens\, and greenhouse.\nFind the perfect memento from your visit at the museum shop\nMembers receive an extra 10% off regularly priced merchandise when they attend in person on the day of the event. This offer does not extend to online or telephone purchases.\n\n6:00–7:30 p.m. | Members-only wine and cheese reception. Join today! \n6:30–7:30 p.m. | Lecture \n7:30 p.m. | Book signing. Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect is available in the museum shop. \nTickets Available\nIn-person:\n$22\n$12 member \nLivestream:\n$10\nFree for members \nABOUT THE GREAT HOMES AND GARDENS LECTURE SERIES\nEscape February’s dreariness and immerse yourself in the stories of extraordinary homes\, lush gardens\, and the people who brought them to life in this four-part lecture series. \nVisitors can attend and ask questions whether they choose to come in person or join the livestream from the comfort of home; questions will be taken from all locations. \nRelated Programs \nTue\, Feb 6 – Tue\, Feb 27 2024\, All day \nGreat Homes and Gardens Lecture Series \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/hillwood-estate-museum-gardens-great-homes-and-gardens-series-lecture/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, Museum & Gardens\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, D.C.\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Great-Homes-and-Garden-Series.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20231025T190546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T224245Z
UID:4979-1708768800-1708776000@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Decorative Arts Trust\n\n\n\nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\n\nSaturday – 24 February 2024\n\n\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\nLocation: \nMemphis Brooks Museum of Art\n  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a lecture and book signing with author and historian\, Victoria Kastner on Saturday February 24th. \n\nDoors & Coffee Reception |  10a \nLecture\, followed by book signing | 10:30a \n  \nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at Julia Morgan’s fascinating private life\, as well as her remarkable career. Julia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. In 1902 she became the first woman to graduate from the renowned architecture program at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1904 she became California’s first licensed female architect. And in 2014 the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her the Gold Medal\, as its first female recipient. Best known as the designer of William Randolph Hearst’s lavish estate at San Simeon\, she built an astonishing 700 additional projects throughout the west. Victoria will share new information about many of these buildings\, as well as reveal the many triumphs and tragedies of Julia Morgan’s inspiring personal life. \n‍ \n\n\nFree with Registration\nGet Your Tickets
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/memphis-brooks-museum-of-art-lecture/
LOCATION:Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Avenue\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Memphis-Brooks-Museum1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240205T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20231025T180106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T192241Z
UID:4973-1707138000-1707141600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Greenwich Decorative Arts Society Online Lecture
DESCRIPTION: “The Fascinating Life of Hearst Castle’s Architect Julia Morgan\,”\nVictoria Kastner\nAuthor of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect \n\nMonday\, February 5\, 2024\n 1:00 PM 2:00 PM \n\nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at Julia Morgan’s fascinating private life\, as well as her remarkable career. Julia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. In 1902 she became the first woman to graduate from the renowned architecture program at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1904 she became California’s first licensed female architect. And in 2014 the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her the Gold Medal\, as its first female recipient. Best known as the designer of William Randolph Hearst’s lavish estate at San Simeon\, she built an astonishing 700 additional projects throughout the west. Victoria will share new information about many of these buildings\, as well as reveal the triumphs and tragedies that filled Julia Morgan’s inspiring personal life. \nThis lecture will be on Zoom. \nGuests Welcome: Guest fee $30 cash or check. \nReservations: greenwichdecorativearts@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/greenwich-decorative-arts-society-online-lecture/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Greenwich-Decorative-Arts-Society.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Greenwich Decorative Arts Society":MAILTO:info@greenwichdecorativearts.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230921T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230720T230043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T185356Z
UID:4924-1695322800-1695326400@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:ICAA SoCal\, Lecture and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:The Institute of Classical Architecture and Art\, Southern California (ICAA SoCal) is a forum of professionals and enthusiasts who come together to share their love and commitment to the timeless principles of beauty\, proportion\, and observation that are embodied in classicism. Our members include renowned architects\, interior and landscape designers\, students\, builders\, artisans\, historians\, artists\, enthusiasts and vendors\, among others. We celebrate the unique regional identity of Southern California’s classical architecture and design. We invite you to learn and grow with us. \nPlease join the ICAA Southern California in welcoming Victoria Kastner as she discusses trailblazing architect Julia Morgan. The first licensed female architect in California\, Morgan is best known for the legendary Hearst Castle in San Simeon\, but leaves a legacy of beautiful classical buildings\, primarily within California. \nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at Morgan’s fascinating private life\, as well as her remarkable career. Julia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. In 1902 she became the first woman to graduate from the renowned architecture program at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1904 she became California’s first licensed female architect. And in 2014 the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her the Gold Medal\, as its first female recipient. \nBest known as the designer of William Randolph Hearst’s lavish estate at San Simeon\, she built an astonishing 700 additional projects throughout the west. Victoria will share new information about many of these buildings\, as well as reveal the triumphs and tragedies that filled Julia Morgan’s inspiring personal life. \nThis event will be held at the Ben Soleimani Los Angeles Showroom at 8650 Melrose Avenue on September 21\, 2023\, at 7 p.m. \nICAA Member Price: $25\nNon-Member Price: $40 \nClick here to register \nPlease note\, registration will close one day prior to event. \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/icaa-socal-lecture-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:Ben Soleimani Los Angeles Showroom\, 8650 Melrose Avenue\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-20-at-3.41.55-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230912T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230720T223929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T233101Z
UID:4913-1694527200-1694534400@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Lotusland Lecture and Booksigning
DESCRIPTION:Tucked away in the beautiful hillside of Montecito\, California\, Lotusland spans over 37 acres of lush gardens and exquisite architecture. Ganna Walska Lotusland\, with its rare and exotic specimens and unique themed gardens\, is an unrivaled botanic treasure and a favorite destination for visitors from both the community and around the world. \nLotusland is a truly unique place of uncommon whimsy and unparalleled beauty\, a beloved oasis as unexpected as it is awe inspiring. It is also a working Garden\, actively conserving rare plant life\, and a teaching Garden\, promoting the values of sustainability and biodiversity. \nJoin us on September 12th\, when the Lotus Society will host a Lecture and Book Signing event with author Victoria Kastner who will share thoughts about and insights into her latest book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect. \nThis Event is by Invitation Only. More information to follow. \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/lotusland-lecture-and-booksigning/
LOCATION:Ganna Walska Lotusland\, Cold Springs Road\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-20-at-2.39.43-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230910T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230905T204651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T204651Z
UID:4967-1694354400-1694358000@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:2023 Doors Open California Lecture on Julia Morgan
DESCRIPTION:The California Preservation Foundation is excited to present\nDoors Open California.\nJoin us at The Monday Club September 9th and 10th! \nGUEST SPEAKER \nOn Sunday\, September 10th at 2:00 p.m.\, our Guest Speaker will be Victoria Kastner\, author of “Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect.”  Learn more about Victoria and her book at https://localnewsmatters.org/2022/02/28/gorgeous-new-book-on-julia-morgan-reveals-the-heart-of-californias-first-female-architect/ \nLIVING HISTORY DOCENT TOURS \nThe Monday Club will be hosting free tours a from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, beginning approximately every 30 minutes.. \nRSVP to join us. Walk-ins also welcome. \nDoors Open California (https://californiapreservation.org/doca/) is a two-day celebration of architecture and culture featuring more than 70 on-site tours and access to historic places across the state on Saturday and Sunday\, September 9-10\, 2023. \nBring your friends and family to as many of the independently operated sites as you can visit in one weekend\, for a flat fee of $20 per person\, or just stop by The Monday Club\, free to the public. \nLearn more and register to visit all participating sites in California at: https://californiapreservation.org/doca/ 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/2023-doors-open-california-lecture-on-julia-morgan/
LOCATION:The Monday Club\, 1815 Monterey Street\, San Luis Obispo\, 93401\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/611-100-PM-–-400-PM-Monday-Club-–-Julia-Morgan-Lecture-and-tour.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230521
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230403T225505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T225901Z
UID:4774-1684540800-1684627199@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:"Back in Bloom" 2023 Garden Tour at The Virginia Robinson Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss the Garden Party of the Year: “Back in Bloom” 2023 Garden Tour and Showcase House Awaits You!\n  \nThe Friends of Robinson Gardens is very pleased to present its long-anticipated Garden Tour\, now open to the public on May 20\, 2023\, at The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, co-chaired by past President Betty Goldstein\, Elaine Stein\, and Nicole Antoine. The romantic theme\, “Back in Bloom\,” along with the invitation was conceived by co-chair Elaine. It celebrates a new beginning and the return to VRG’s beloved Garden Tour after a three-year hiatus. Betty explained\, “This is our premier fundraiser where funds are raised for the restoration needs of the estate and the Children’s Science program which has served more than 5\,000 children throughout the pandemic years\, keeping Mrs. Robinson’s legacy for the welfare of children alive. We are excited to be able to have this event again and hope you can join us. Tickets will be available on our website soon. See you there!” \nConsidered the most glamorous fundraiser of its kind in Southern California\, the tour will feature four magnificent private gardens to visit as well as the historic gardens at Robinson Gardens. Maralee Beck said\, “We are happily ‘Back in Bloom’: the blessed rains have helped the parched earth\, and the four private gardens – and our own VRG – have emerged verdant\, fruitful\, and also a-bloom in art & architecture.” \nBack at the estate\, built in 1911\, a truly gorgeous sight to behold is the transformation of select rooms of the main house into visions of enchanting beauty by top florists.  A not-to-be-missed highlight of the event\, the floral designers’ inspiring creations conjure a “feast for the soul.” \nThis year\, the Friends are proud to honor famed author and former historian of the Hearst Castle Victoria Kastner as the Grand Marshal. She will be signing her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, already in its third printing. An inspiring and fascinating speaker who is passionate about her subjects\, Victoria has generously given many lectures at Robinson Gardens to mesmerized audiences about Hearst Castle\, William Randolph Hearst\, and Fred Astaire\, among other topics. \n\n\n\nCulinary delights are another favorite part of this elegant garden party. Under a tent on the Great Lawn\, Sean Murphy Catering & Events will be serving a sumptuous luncheon. (Sean’s father\, Jimmy Murphy\, was the owner of the iconic and elegant restaurant Jimmy’s in Beverly Hills\, which closed in 2000.) Adding to the delectable feast\, Joss Cuisine\, an exceptional Chinese restaurant\, will be offering tantalizing bites in the Kitchen. The signature coconut cake will also be served in the luscious display of desserts in the Pool Pavilion\, along with a plethora of cookies\, the Ivy’s iconic chocolate chip cookies and Red Velvet Cake\, and the very popular and exquisite chocolates from and Sons Chocolatiers. \nTickets will be available on our website soon. See you there!” \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/back-in-bloom-2023-garden-tour-at-the-virginia-robinson-gardens/
LOCATION:The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, 1008 Elden Way\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-03-at-2.42.35-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221122T012432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T012432Z
UID:2655-1683199800-1683199800@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:SLO Friends of the Library Annual Meeting and Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting and Luncheon\n\nEvery May the SLO Friends of the Library holds a luncheon and Annual meeting for members and guests\, highlighting a local author as speaker. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2023 Annual Meeting and Luncheon will be held on May 4\, 2023\, at the Madonna Inn Garden Room\, and will feature Victoria Kastner\, author of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect. \n\n\n\nAs the date nears\, a link for additional information and reservations will be provided.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/slo-friends-of-the-library-annual-meeting-and-luncheon/
LOCATION:Madonna Inn\, 100 Madonna Road\, San Luis Obispo\, 93401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-21-at-5.06.00-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230429T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230423T210447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T211754Z
UID:4804-1682765100-1682780400@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:St. James Presbyterian Church Centennial Celebration
DESCRIPTION:St. James Presbyterian Church\, Visitacion Valley\nSt. James Presbyterian Church designed by architect Julia Morgan celebrates its Centennial as well as being designated Visitacion Valley’s First Historical Landmark\, Building No. 308!\nApril 29\, 2023\n10:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\nWelcome & Celebrate Building’s Historical Landmarking\, Centennial Milestone\,and 115th Church Anniversary \n10:45 Unveiling of Plaque and Mosaic Cross11:00 Welcome and Words of GratitudeSF District 10 Supervisor Mr. Shamann WaltonRev. Dr. Grace Kaori Suzuki\, Co–Moderator ofPresbytery of SFRev. Inho Kim\, Executive Partner for CongregationalVitality & Clergy Support\, Presbytery of SFRussel Morine\, Visitacion Valley History Project11:30 Video presentation11:45 Julia Morgan: Transcendent Beauty\,by Wm. “Mark” Parry12:15 Video presentation12:30 Reception at Fellowship Hall downstairs &Tour of church’s historical displays1:30 Video presentation1:45 Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of theTrailblazing Architect\, by Victoria Kastner2:15 Book signing with Ms. Kastner2:30 Story–telling time: past\, present\, and future3:00 Thanks to all! \nModerator:Fernando del Rosario Jr.\, Pastor
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/st-james-presbyterian-church-centennial-celebration/
LOCATION:St. James Presyterian Church\, 240 Leland Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94143\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-22-at-9.46.50-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230427T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221122T005813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T192236Z
UID:2629-1682616600-1682616600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:SWC Preservation Society Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:THE SAUSALITO WOMAN’S CLUB has been a safe haven for trailblazing members who labored to transform the roles of women in our community and our country. These Club members “created a center of thought and action” that opened doors for women to influence Sausalito’s local government. Later\, they worked to see that women were represented on the City Council. They stayed true to their purpose “to preserve the beauty of Sausalito” by creating parks\, preserving trees\, planting flowers\, clearing weeds\, and erecting fountains and park benches. They also successfully fought proposals for canneries\, a highway on fill east of Bridgeway and other developments. \nIn coming to the Club\, the women found both friendship and purpose. They also experienced the power of solidarity in the face of conflict and the joy of celebrating with one another. Some women stayed for a while and moved on; others stayed for a lifetime. \nThe SWC Clubhouse\, which provides the physical center of thought and action\, was finished in 1918. This building stands as a monument to the vision of the Club founders and the talent of California’s first female architect\, Julia Morgan. The Clubhouse is more than a lovely historic landmark in a spectacular setting. It has sheltered the struggles and triumphs of more than a thousand members who work to establish a voice for women in Sausalito and improve the quality of life in our community. \nMembers have made impressive efforts to preserve and maintain the Clubhouse and the traditions that have instilled and inspired leadership\, creativity\, loyalty and friendship. Commitments include the funding of scholarships\, donations to a wide variety of social and environmental causes\, sponsorship of educational and cultural programs\, and support of music\, theatre and art. The Club continues to serve the Sausalito community by hosting elections\, candidate forums\, performances and other events that are open to the public. \nPlease join us for this exciting SWC Preservation Society fundraiser to preserve our Julia Morgan Clubhouse. \nJulia Morgan: An Intimate \nBiography of the Trailblazing Architect\nWith author Victoria Kastner on\nApril 27\, 2023\, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM\,\nAt the Sausalito Women’s Club\n120 Central Avenue\, Sausalito\, CA\nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/book-discussion-at-the-sausalito-womans-club/
LOCATION:Sausalito Women’s Club\, 120 Central Avenue\, Sausalito\, CA\, 94965\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenshot-2023-02-28-at-11.18.43-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20230221T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T213654Z
UID:4707-1681315200-1681329600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:OCCCSI 2023 Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Kastner presents Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\n  \nThe Orange County Chapter of CSI is pleased to announce that our keynote speaker for our April 12th Trade Show is author and lecturer Victoria Kastner. She spent three decades as the official historian at Hearst Castle. Her presentation will be about the Hearst Castle’s enigmatic architect\, Julia Morgan. \nVictoria Kastner has always been intrigued by historic buildings and the talented designers and clients who create them. Victoria Kastner took a tour of the Hearst Castle property back in the 1970’s and was told\, “A woman built this\, but we don’t know anything about her.” \nVictoria Kastner wrote\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect. The biography draws on interviews\, letters\, and newly discovered diaries to reveal Julia Morgan’s inspiring private life. This is the first volume to reveal the story of Julia’s private life–which was as remarkable as the career she forged as the world’s most prominent female architect. This biography also includes never before-seen reflections on Morgan’s faith\, art\, and life experiences. Morgan’s friendship with Hearst\, her passion for California’s landscape\, her struggles with familial dementia\, and her devotion to architecture reveal her to have been a singularly brilliant and determined artist. \nVictoria Kastner authored the definitive trilogy on San Simeon’s history: Hearst Castle: The Biography of a Country House\, with a foreword by George Plimpton; Hearst’s San Simeon: The Gardens and the Land; and Hearst Ranch: Family\, Land\, and Legacy. Hearst Castle is the most iconic work of her remarkable portfolio. She spent thirty years constructing this opulent estate on the California coast for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. Together\, they built a spectacular residence that once hosted the biggest stars of Hollywood’s golden age\, and that now welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. \nVictoria Kastner authored “William Randolph Hearst: America’s Maverick Collector” for Oxford University’s Journal of the History of Collections\, and “Morgan and Associates: Julia Morgan’s Architectural Practice as Design Metaphor” for the AIA publication 20 on 20/20 Vision. She has a master’s degree in Public History with a specialty in architectural history from UC Santa Barbara\, and a master’s degree in museum management from George Washington University. \nWe’ll See You at the Trade Show!\nA robust product showcase\, the latest construction industry innovations and more await you at the annual Orange County Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute Trade Show.  This is an invitation only event.  Please click here for more information.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/occcsi-2023-trade-show/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Construction-Specifications-Institute1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221024T235929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T185253Z
UID:2514-1678197600-1678201200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Rancho Mirage Writers Festival Writers Series
DESCRIPTION:Writers Series\nThe Rancho Mirage Writers Festival Writers Series presents a series of talks by eminent authors throughout the year. This event is free and takes place at the award-winning Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory.\n\nWe are proud to partner with the award-winning Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory\, and all extra proceeds from the Festival go back to support programs and improvements at the Library. The Rancho Mirage Writers Festival Writers Series presents a series of talks by eminent authors throughout the year. This event is free and takes place at the Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory.\n\n\n\nRMWF Writers Series welcomes\nVictoria Kastner\nauthor of\nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect on\n\nMarch 7\, 2023 at 2:00 – 3:00 PM PST\nRancho Mirage Library and Observatory \n71-100 Highway 111\, Rancho Mirage\, CA 92270
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/2514/
LOCATION:Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory\, 71-100 Highway 111\, Rancho Mirage\, CA\, 92270\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-26-at-11.48.27-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221207T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221024T233400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T233400Z
UID:2502-1670425200-1670428800@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Commonwealth Club Julia Morgan Livestream
DESCRIPTION:If you are not a member yet\, now is the time to join our community and receive the great benefits of membership. We are a group of people seeking truth\, insight and wisdom about the issues we face as individuals and as a society. Please join! You can become a monthly sustaining member for just $10 a month. \nThe Commonwealth Club of California welcomes  \nVictoria Kastner\, author of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect on\n\nWed\, Dec 7 / 3:00 pm PST\nJulia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. She was the first woman admitted to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and the first licensed to practice architecture in California. Born in San Francisco and trained in Paris\, she developed a distinctive aesthetic that now defines certain regions of California. But only in the last 20 years has her contribution to architecture been fully recognized and celebrated. In 2014\, the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her its Gold Medal; she is the first female recipient. Victoria Kastner has spent years compiling photographs\, interviews\, letters\, drawings\, and diaries—including material never published before—to create a comprehensive portrait of this amazing woman. \nOf Julia Morgan’s remarkable 700 creations\, from hotels to churches to private homes\, the most iconic is Hearst Castle. She spent 30 years constructing this opulent estate on the California coast for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst\, forging a lifelong friendship and creative partnership with him. Together they built a spectacular and perhaps unequalled residence that once hosted the biggest stars of Hollywood’s golden age\, and that now welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. \nNotes \nThis program is online-only. Please pre-register here to receive a link to the live-stream event. \nWe welcome donations made during registration to support the production of our online programming. \nCopies of Julia Morgan are available for purchase during registration (for U.S. domestic shipping only). \n\n\n\n\nThis program is part of our Good Lit series\, underwritten by the Bernard Osher Foundation. \n\nAll ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/commonwealth-club-julia-morgan-livestream/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Virtual Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-24-at-4.17.53-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221112T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221005T224342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T195815Z
UID:2433-1668276000-1668283200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Preservation Pasadena - Pasadena Heritage
DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 10 – 13\, 2022\nPasadena Heritage’s Craftsman Weekend has been re-imagined with a broader frame and a new name! The city of Pasadena is home to some of the most notable examples of architect-designed properties from Craftsman style to Modern and everything in between. Explore architectural style and design from over five decades and learn the connections and differences that illustrate how architecture changed through time. Recordings will be available to watch at your convenience for this years fall education event – a virtual 3-day celebration of preservation\, history and architecture including lectures\, panel discussions\, self-guided tours\, conversations with artists and collectors and more! \nReception and Author Talk with Victoria Kastner – Julia Morgan\, a Trailblazing Architect In-Person or on Zoom\nSaturday\, November 12\n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nTickets: $45 members | $50 nonmembers\nZoom Tickets: $20 members | $25 nonmembers\nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which provides the first in-depth look at Morgan’s fascinating private life\, as well as her remarkable career. In 2022–Julia Morgan’s sesquicentennial year–it is impressive to consider her pioneering achievements. In 1902 she became the first woman to graduate from the renowned architecture program at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1904 she became California’s first licensed female architect. And in 2014 the American Institute of Architects posthumously awarded her the Gold Medal\, as its first female recipient. Best known as the designer of William Randolph Hearst’s lavish estate at San Simeon–on which she worked for nearly thirty years (1919-1947)–Julia Morgan designed an astonishing 700 additional projects throughout the west. Victoria will not only share new information about many of these buildings; she will also reveal her new discoveries about Julia Morgan’s inspiring personal life. Wine\, drinks and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served. \nPreservation Pasadena welcomes Victoria Kastner\, author of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, for a presentation and discussion on the life and work of this ground-breaking architect on\n \nTickets can be purchased here.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/preservation-pasadena-pasadena-heritage/
LOCATION:Pasadena Heritage\, 160 N Oakland Avenue\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-26-at-12.56.10-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221110T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221005T220711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T220711Z
UID:2418-1668074400-1668081600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:The Francisca Club
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Kastner\, \nauthor of \nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\,\n\nwill discuss the life and work of architect Julia Morgan at \nThe Francisca Club\non November 10\, 2022\, at 10 a.m. \n\nThe Francisca Club​ History\n\n\nThe Francisca Club\, established in 1903\, was founded by an enterprising group of ladies\, not confined by convention\, who enjoyed a good party. The Club was incorporated on April 4\, 1910\, and is one of the oldest private social clubs in San Francisco. It has survived and flourished through its first hundred plus years\, adapting to the changing times\, the 1906 Earthquake and Fire\, World War I\, the Great Depression\, World War II and the Loma Prieta Earthquake. \nEdward E. Young\, a popular San Francisco architect best known for designing Pacific Heights homes in the early 1900s\, designed the three-story clubhouse which has been home to the ladies of the Francisca Club since 1920.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/the-francisca-club/
LOCATION:CA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-04-at-12.48.01-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221108T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221108T183000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220714T201337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T002834Z
UID:1497-1667932200-1667932200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:SLO NightWriters General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The mission of San Luis Obispo NightWriters is to advance quality writing\, promote publication\, and expand author recognition in a forum that nurtures a spirit of community for all its members. \nSLO NightWriters is the Premier Writing Organization on the Central Coast and widely recognized for writer success and fulfillment and for providing SLO County with supportive and encouraging spirit of community for Writers. \nGeneral Meetings are held Monthly on the second Tuesday at \n5:15 pm (PDT) Critique Group Round Table\, and \n6:30 pm (PDT) General Meeting Presentation \nVictoria Kastner\, author of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, published by Chronicle Books\, will\nbe the Guest Speaker at our General Meeting on\nTuesday\, November 8\, 2022\nat 6:30 pm. \nWhen Victoria Kastner paid her first visit to Hearst Castle many years ago\, she was told\, “An architect named Julia Morgan built this entire estate\, but we don’t know anything about her.” From then on\, she was hooked. She spent more than three decades as the castle’s official historian\, and her previous books include the definitive trilogy of its history. Now an independent researcher and lecturer\, she resides in Los Osos\, California. \nWe hope to see all SLO NightWriters members there.\nWe will meet at the United Church of Christ\, at 11245 Los Osos Valley Rd\, San Luis Obispo\, CA 93405.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/slo-nightwriters-general-meeting/
LOCATION:CA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Screen-Shot-2022-09-01-at-5.26.23-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221018T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220831T195224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T200313Z
UID:1731-1666121400-1666126800@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Innovators: Groundbreaking Bay Area Women--Litquake Literary Festival
DESCRIPTION:​Litquake 2022\n“…keeping the soul of San Francisco alive.” – San Francisco Chronicle ​​\n​​\nOctober 6 – 22\n55 events • 150+ authors\n+ Lit Crawl SF\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInnovators: Groundbreaking Bay Area Women\n\nTue Oct 18th 7:30pm – 9:00pm\n\n\n\nAmado’s\, 998 Valencia St\, San Francisco\, CA 94110\, USA \n \n\n\nJoin Litquake in celebrating the lives of three remarkable women who called the Bay Area home during the height of their prominence. \nWe welcome the biographers of sculptor Ruth Asawa (Everything She Touched\, by Marilyn Chase)\, architect Julia Morgan (Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, by Victoria Kastner) and columnist/author Elsie Robinson (Listen\, World! How the Intrepid Elsie Robinson Became America’s Most-Read Woman\, by Julia Scheeres) for a discussion on the challenges they faced as women\, what it took to excel in a man’s world\, and why the Bay Area was a place that nurtured female talent\, even a hundred years ago. \nModerated by journalist and historian Frances Dinkelspiel. $15 advance / $20 at the door \n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/innovators-groundbreaking-bay-area-women-litquake-literary-festival/
LOCATION:Amado’s\, 998 Valencia\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Literary-Festival.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20221005T231526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T231526Z
UID:2442-1665666000-1665669600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:The Metropolitan Club
DESCRIPTION:The Metropolitan Club\nThe Metropolitan Club is a vibrant\, historic private women’s club in the heart of San Francisco. Members\, their families\, and friends enjoy exceptional dining\, resort-style amenities\, top-notch athletic and spa facilities\, concerts\, events\, book and interest groups\, travel\, and welcoming overnight rooms. \nThe members of the Metropolitan Club are invited to attend a lecture presented by \nVictoria Kastner\nauthor of \nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect.\non October 13\, 2022. \nThis new biography—featuring over 150 archival images and full-color photographs printed throughout—introduces Julia Morgan as both a pioneering architect and a captivating individual. \nJulia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. She was the first woman admitted to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and the first licensed to practice architecture in California. Over the first half of the 20th century\, she left an indelible mark on the American West. Of her remarkable 700 creations\, the most iconic is Hearst Castle. Morgan spent thirty years constructing this opulent estate on the California coast for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst—forging a lifelong friendship and creative partnership with him. Together\, they built a spectacular and unequaled residence that once hosted the biggest stars of Hollywood’s golden age\, and that now welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. \n\n\n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/the-metropolitan-club/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-05-at-3.54.44-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221003T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220926T234722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T234722Z
UID:1848-1664787600-1664791200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:KQED FORUM Interview with Alexis Madrigal
DESCRIPTION:Forum tells remarkable and true stories about who we are and where we live. In the first hour\, Alexis Madrigal convenes the diverse voices of the Bay Area\, before turning to Mina Kim for the second hour to chronicle and center Californians’ experience. In an increasingly divided world\, Mina and Alexis host conversations that inform\, challenge and unify listeners with big ideas and different viewpoints. \nAlexis Madrigal will interview Victoria Kastner about her book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, on Monday\, October 3rd\, from 9 am to 10am\, PDST. \nYou can call/submit your comments during KQED’s live Forum program Monday\, October 3rd from 9am-11am. We’d love to hear from you! Please dial 866.SF.FORUM or (866) 733-6786\, email forum@kqed.org\, tweet\, or post on Facebook.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/kqed-forum-interview-with-alexis-madrigal/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:QA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-22-at-12.57.17-PM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="KQED Forum":MAILTO:forum@kqed.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221001T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220831T201030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T201030Z
UID:1759-1664625600-1664632800@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Hearst Castle Preservation Foundation Benefit Program Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Hearst Castle Preservation Foundation\nBENEFIT PROGRAM WEEKEND\nSaturday\, October 1 – Sunday\, October 2\, 2022\n  \nThe Weekend Activities will include a Private Tour with \nVictoria Kastner\non Saturday\, October 1 at Noon \nMembers Only \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/hearst-castle-preservation-foundation-benefit-program-weekend/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Appearance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Screen-Shot-2022-08-31-at-11.41.51-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220929T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220831T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T192020Z
UID:1721-1664442000-1664470800@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:NCCSAH East Bay Julia Morgan Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fall Season Brings NCCSAH East Bay Julia Morgan Tour \nThe NCCSAH has planned a spectacular fall 2022 lecture and tour focusing on the life and architecture of Julia Morgan led by Victoria Kastner\, the historian at Hearst Castle for thirty years. The lecture/ tour will be Thursday\, September 29 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. \nSome will recall that Ms. Kastner led the extraordinary NCCSAH tour of Hearst Castle in November 2015. Her best-selling\, recently published book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, will be available for sale at the tour. The first printing of the book sold out in two weeks. \n\n\n\n\nWe will begin the program with coffee and pastries\, at 9:00 am at the 1930 Berkeley City Club (originally\nknown as the Women’s City Club)\, 2315 Durant Avenue. Victoria Kastner’s talk on Julia Morgan’s life and architecture will begin at 9:30am. At 10:30\, Ms. Kastner will lead a tour of the City Club\, a building of great\nbeauty and dignity\, often referred to as “Julia’s Second Castle.” A short walk takes us to the Hearst Memorial Gymnasium on the UC campus\, a 1927 collaboration of Morgan (who designed the swimming pool\, which we will see) and Bernard Maybeck. \nLunch will be on your own from 12:15 to 1:15 pm (there are many lunch options in the area). \nWe return to the City Club by 1:15\, where a charter bus will take us to the 1908 St. John’s Presbyterian Church (now the Berkeley Playhouse)\, a landmark in the Craftsman Style by Julia Morgan. Thereafter\, we’ll bus to the nearby privately owned 1908 Goddard House to tour the painstakingly restored interior with beautiful period furnishings and light fixtures. \nThe tour will end at about 4:30 pm at the what may be Morgan’s most profound and sublime building\, the Chapel of the Chimes\, in Oakland. The bus brings us back to the City Club. \nLecture/tour fee is $100 for NCCSAH members/$130 for non-members (includes annual NCCSAH membership).
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/nccsah-east-bay-julia-morgan-tour/
LOCATION:Berkeley City Club\, 2315 Durant Avenue\, Berkeley\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appearance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Screen-Shot-2022-08-31-at-12.16.06-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220607T231308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T215555Z
UID:1402-1663869600-1663875000@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Architecture + The City Festival - Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect
DESCRIPTION:AUTHORS SHOWCASE\n\n\nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect by Victoria Kastner\n\n\nMechanics’ Institute\, 57 Post Street\, San Francisco \n\n\nThursday\, September 22 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM \nREGISTER HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by the Center for Architecture + Design in collaboration with AIA San Francisco\, the Architecture + the City Festival continues to offer behind-the-scenes programs\, tours\, lectures\, film presentations\, and more that provide an excellent opportunity for all communities to experience architecture and design in a myriad of ways throughout the city.\nSince 2003\, we have worked to enrich these core events and have collaborated with countless design and community partners\, firms\, and organizations to further creative ideas and advance the conversation surrounding our local built environment\, to celebrate accomplishments\, and together work towards building a more sustainable future. \nThrough these program partnerships\, we have worked to bring together leading minds from around the world to share and exchange ideas as well as promote the innovation and forward-thinking that defines the San Francisco Bay Area. \nCelebrate San Francisco’s rich architectural and design landscape at the Festival from September 12 – 23\, 2022. \nA+C Festival ’22 | Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect by Victoria Kastner
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/center-for-architecture-design-aia-sf-architecture-the-city-festival/
LOCATION:Mechanics’ Institute\, 57 Post Street\, San Francisco
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-09-01-at-2.33.24-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220826T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220602T192804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220807T010731Z
UID:1379-1661511600-1661691600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:The Sonoma Valley Authors Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nThe Sonoma Valley Authors Festival is a 3-day weekend lecture series that brings people together to hear authors from a variety of literary genres. \nThe 2022 Festival will take place from August 26-28\, 2022 at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn.\nThe Festival attracts people who are committed to lifelong learning; many are at a stage in life where experiences are of more value than things and they enjoy vacations with a purpose. \nSpeakers discuss advances being made in science\, technology\, and medicine\, as well as current issues in a “TED-talk” style format that includes “main tent” and breakout sessions. \n\nClick here to view the remarkable roster of speakers who will join us as we gather again together in person for the 5th Annual Sonoma Valley Authors Festival! \n“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies\, said Jojen.\nThe man who never reads lives only one.”\n– George R.R. Martin \n\n\n  \n\nSecure your attendance now and get ready with the 2022 Reading List! \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/the-sonoma-valley-authors-festival/
LOCATION:Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
CATEGORIES:Appearance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-08-06-at-5.53.48-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220718T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220510T002130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T002130Z
UID:1289-1658160000-1658163600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect with Victoria Kastner at The Mount
DESCRIPTION:In its 29th year\, The Mount’s annual Summer Lecture Series highlights recent works of memoir and biography. Join us for an eclectic mix of stories about historical figures and contemporary underrepresented voices. \nVictoria Kastner‘s new biography—featuring over 150 archival images and full-color photographs printed throughout—introduces Julia Morgan as a pioneering architect and a captivating individual. This compelling biography draws on interviews\, letters\, and Morgan’s diaries\, including never-before-seen reflections on faith\, art\, and her life experiences. Morgan’s friendship with Hearst\, her passion for California’s landscape\, her struggles with familial dementia\, and her devotion to architecture reveal her to have been a singularly brilliant and determined artist. \n“Handsome and comprehensive . . . Victoria Kastner’s words\, along with Alexander Vertikoff’s photography\, provide a sweeping overview of Julia Morgan’s vast\, versatile body of work. You’ll want to get a hard copy of this book; e-readers don’t do justice to the photos or the layout. It’s a volume to hold in your hands and savor.”\n—San Francisco Chronicle \nThe Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact The Mount at 413-551-5100 or by email\, info@edithwharton.org\, to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. \n\n\n$25 Mount Member\, $30 General Admission\nTickets are available for Mount members on Wednesday\, May 11\, with sales open to the general public on Friday\, May 13.\nNot a member? Contact Allison at 413-551-5112 to find out why Members Make the Difference.\nAll lectures will take place in an outdoor\, open-sided tent. We look forward to seeing you rain or shine!\nBooks are available for purchase through The Mount’s Bookstore before and during the event.
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/julia-morgan-an-intimate-biography-of-the-trailblazing-architect-with-victoria-kastner-at-the-mount/
LOCATION:The Mount\, Edith Wharton’s Home\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240-0974\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Sign book
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-09-at-4.52.39-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220612T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220510T222145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T212219Z
UID:1298-1655038800-1655049600@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Monday Club -- Julia Morgan Lecture and Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Doors Open California! You will have an unprecedented opportunity to see “behind-the-scenes”  through in-person historical tours and virtual storytelling events. Explore places off the beaten path and meet field experts\, tour guides\, and subject matter experts. \nThis year’s Doors Open California\, our first-ever\, will highlight more than 75 unique and fascinating places in all corners of the state. Looking for something specific? Check out our Highlight Categories including Women\, Early California\, Diversity\, and Architectural Gems. \nYou will have access to the full spectrum of programs on the weekend. Simply pre-register and reserve your spots. Plan your trip and look for the docents with Doors Open California logos. \n6/12\, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nMonday Club – Julia Morgan Lecture and tour\nSan Luis Obispo (1934) – Women \nA visit to The Monday Club is a unique opportunity to tour a 1934 vintage women’s club designed by Architect Julia Morgan. During the first quarter of the 20th century Julia Morgan was the first woman granted an architectural license in California\, the 19th Amendment granting women a constitutional right to vote was ratified by Congress\, and The Monday Club was founded by a dynamic group of women in 1924. Similarly significant contributions by civic-minded women were being made elsewhere in California and in the world. \nVisitors to The Monday Club will enjoy viewing original architectural features including murals\, hardwood herringbone floors and the open truss system that was a recurring element in many of Miss Morgan’s buildings. \nIntegral to appreciating the history of The Monday Club is an understanding of what was occurring elsewhere in our country and the world during this period. On display will be an educational timeline that we have created depicting 100 years of history and events in San Luis Obispo\, California and the world. Interpretive discussion of the timeline will be part of the docent-led tours that will be ongoing throughout the Doors Open event scheduled lecture by a Julia Morgan historian will also be part of the event. \nHosting Organization –\n \nThe Monday Clubhouse Conservancy – https://www.themondayclubslo.org/OUR-HISTORY \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/monday-club-julia-morgan-lecture-and-tour/
LOCATION:The Monday Club\, 1815 Monterey Street\, San Luis Obispo\, 93401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appearance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-12-at-5.04.42-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220610T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220511T212853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T212853Z
UID:1312-1654884000-1654891200@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Julia Morgan: Her Life and her Architecture
DESCRIPTION:JULIA MORGAN: HER LIFE AND HER ARCHITECTURE\nPresentation and book signing by Victoria Kastner\nFriday\, June 10\, 2022 : 6:00 p.m.\nat The Gamble House w/book signing and reception on rear terrace following the presentation \n\nTickets w/out book: $10 Members | $20 Non-Members\nTickets w/book: $40 Members (Household and above) | $45 Members (Individual and Student) | $50 Non-Members \nCopies of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect will be available for purchase the night of the event. \nArchitectural historian Victoria Kastner will speak about her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, which reveals the fascinating private life of this talented artist\, as well as examining Julia Morgan’s impressive career.  \nJulia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. She was the first woman admitted to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and the first licensed to practice architecture in California. Over the first half of the 20th century\, she left an indelible mark on the American West. Of her remarkable 700 creations\, the most iconic is Hearst Castle. \nThis compelling biography draws on interviews\, letters\, and Morgan’s diaries\, including never-before-seen reflections on faith\, art\, and her life experiences. Morgan’s friendship with Hearst\, her passion for California’s landscape\, her struggles with familial dementia\, and her devotion to architecture reveal her to have been a singularly brilliant and determined artist.\n_______________ \nRegister Here
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/julia-morgan-her-life-and-her-architecture/
LOCATION:The Gamble House\, 4 Westmoreland Place\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91103\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-11-at-2.25.16-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220603T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220603T171500
DTSTAMP:20260601T130601
CREATED:20220430T000621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T034137Z
UID:1252-1654272000-1654276500@victoriakastner.com
SUMMARY:Julia Morgan: Trailblazing Architect
DESCRIPTION:Julia Morgan: Trailblazing Architect\nPresented by Victoria Kastner\nJune 3\, 2022\, 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.\nFree\nVirtual Lecture\nNew England Historic Genealogical Society\nModerated by Curt DiCamillo\nJoin Victoria Kastner\, author of Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, as she reveals the inspiring story of Julia Morgan\, the first renowned female architect in history. Born 150 years ago\, Julia’s future seemed certain: marriage\, then motherhood\, then the genteel pursuits of a society matron. Instead\, she courageously forged her own path building over 700 structures including William Randolph Hearst’s lavish San Simeon estate. It is an impressive legacy of strong\, useful\, and beautiful buildings that honor and delight everyone who enters them. Posthumously in 2014\, Julia was the first woman to receive the American Institute of Architects’ prestigious Gold Medal. \nRegister Here\nImage credit: Hearst Castles famous Neptune pool by Surfside
URL:https://victoriakastner.com/event/julia-morgan-trailblazing-architect/
LOCATION:New England Historic Genealogical Society\, 99-101 Newbury Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116-3007\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriakastner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-29-at-5.03.13-PM.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR