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SAGAFTRA.org | Spring 2018 | SAG-AFTRA 43 Pink Lady Jackie Goldberg, holding her certificate of congressional recognition, is joined by former U.S. Rep. and foreign ambassador Diane Watson, center, and SAG-AFTRA Secretary-Treasurer and Los Angeles Local President Jane Austin, right, at the Dec. 21 variety show. SEASONED STARS SHINE S AG-AFTRA Secretary-Treasurer and Los Angeles Local President Jane Austin joined former U.S. Rep. and foreign ambassador Diane Watson in supporting We Are America, A Musical Salute to Our Veterans at the Madrid Theater in Los Angeles on Dec. 21. Produced by active union member Pink Lady Jackie Goldberg, the patriotic variety show, which features only senior performers, provided an opportunity for members to showcase their talent and is meant to increase awareness of the struggle older performers face when looking for work. Watson presented Goldberg with a certificate of congressional recognition from U.S. Rep. Karen Bass. In addition, SAG-AFTRA swag bags were raffled off and the event concluded with a surprise Champagne toast to celebrate the 90th birthday of Klyda Mahoney, the eldest cast member. This meeting is only open to SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Local members in good standing. Unfortunately, no guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. No RSVP necessary. SAG-AFTRA MEMBERS, PLEASE BRING YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD (PAID THRU APRIL 30, 2018) FOR ADMITTANCE. All bags larger than 14 inches in any dimension will be prohibited from entry. No pets or animals, with the exception of animals in service. 11 a.m.-Noon, Mixer Noon-3 p.m., Membership Meeting The speakers list will open promptly at 11 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. Pickwick, 1001 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91506 Attend the Los Angeles Local Membership Meeting and talk to staff experts to find out! Please join SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Local President Jane Austin, the Local Board and your staff for a SAG-AFTRA L.A. Local Membership Meeting. Members can ask questions of elected representatives and staff. SPECIAL DELIVERY F rom left, members Jen Levin, Jackie Joseph, and National and L.A. Local Board member Ellen Crawford deliver shampoos, conditioners, soaps and other toiletries to My Friend's Place, a center for homeless youth in Hollywood. The items were donated by members at SAG-AFTRA's national convention in October. Los Angeles PROMOTION