Facilitator: Carrie Jo Burnett (251) 986-2018 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jodie McGirt (334) 202-1730 Welcome to the Lake Martin Chapter of AG&AG. I am excited to see your interest in our chapter. The Lake Martin chapter is located on the south side of beautiful Lake Martin, AL and our host range, Lake Martin Machinegun, is owned by me and…

Facilitator: Anne Woodshank(815) 481-5841 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Penny Johnston (909) 816-0414 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Julie Faris (760) 455-0989Julie Faris is a leader, mentor, motivator, dreamer, and philanthropist. It is her calling to share her experience and enthusiasm with others. Starting her own firearms journey only eight years ago through an NRA Women on Target program, Julie is now one of the premier firearms…

Facilitator: Teri Patterson (909) 553-6740 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jan Jenkins (619) 786-6225 I am a retired CFO, Wife, Mom, Grand Ma and Great Grand Ma. I love to Jeep, Camp, shoot, watch football and hang out with family and friends. I also do a lot of community volunteer work that I find very rewarding. I love AGAG…

Facilitator: Karen Cose (530) 570-2746My goal is simple: to train others to be safe, competent, and passionate shooters and self-protectors. Although I come from a hunting and shooting family, I didn’t fall in love with shooting sports until I began teaching Pistol and Rifle in the 4-H Sport Shooting Program…

Facilitator: Carla Bynon (303) 726-3800 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Julie Park (304) 919-0390I was born in South Korea, but grew up in Canada near the Rocky Mountains, and am currently enjoying living in the beautiful state of Colorado. My husband and I have homeschooled our five kids for the past 19 years and counting! 8 years ago, an…

Facilitator: Laura Page (970) 596-0887My dad taught my sister and I how to shoot when we were young, and my husband and I have always had some guns around for protection or for bird hunting, but shooting wasn’t something we did on a regular basis. Around 2012, I found myself…

Facilitator: Barb Miller (303) 346-5733 I have been shooting for 35 years, more hard core for the last 6 years. I have a passion for firearms, all kinds, and for teaching firearm safety. I have a nice collection of "little black guns" (as my husband says!), shotguns, and rifles. My…

Facilitator: Peggy Houchin (970) 227-6856 I live in Loveland, Colorado, which is at the base of the Rocky Mountains and have lived here for over 40 years. I am an NRA Certified Pistol & Rifle Instructor as well as an NRA Certified Range Safety Officer. I teach Basic Firearms classes,…

Facilitator: Gabby Marra (475) 209-2545 Like a lot of girls, Gabby got her start when an ex-boyfriend took her to the gun range. She was nearly an instant addict to the thrill of shooting…not to mention, the precision aspect pleased her OCD-tendencies. When that relationship ended, she found herself in…

Facilitator: Jenny Hamilton(860) 878-5305 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Kathleen Robinson (386) 931-2116 Hi I'm Kathleen from Palm Coast, FL! As a policeman's daughter, we've had guns in our home since I was born, but it wasn't until I was at the age of 18, that I learned to shoot my first rifle and shotgun. Many (many) years…

Facilitator: Maggie Martin (352) 221-4059 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Eliza Partington (904) 606-5565 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Sue Wasserman (352) 300-0890 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Gretchen Laiuppa (321) 759-3341I am a U.S. Air Force wife and very proud of it. I am a teacher. I have a BS in Biology and a BA in Spanish, and a Master in teaching English as a Second Language. My hobbies consist of scrapbooking, biking, and having fun.…

Facilitator: Elizabeth Pearch (850) 5322337 Greetings; my name is Keri Carpenter, and I am the newest facilitator for A GIRL AND A GUN, NORTHWEST FL. My background is in Public Service, having spent 20 years working as a law enforcement officer. During my 20 years, I trained hard to become…

Facilitator: Shannon Mauldin (808) 354-4442 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Adriana Albuerne-Pargas (321) 759-5296Welcome to AG & AG Space Coast Chapter. I’m Adriana, the chapter’s Facilitator. I hold the following certified instructorships certification: NRA CCW, Basic Pistol and Rifle, and certified as a Range Safety Officer. Additionally, I am a USCCA Certified Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor…

Facilitator: Eve Haney (850) 321-5010Locke and I have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. I shoot USPSA, Steel Challenge and 3 gun. My major interest in firearms started with a major life incident that resulted in me knowing that I had to be able to defend myself and my family. I…

Facilitator: Debbie Donahue (772) 240-1377Debbie Donahue is the Facilitator of the Treasure Coast and West Palm Beach FL Chapters! Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Angela Stover (404) 992-4360 Angela Stover is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and U.S. Law Shield instructor. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jennifer Cook (770) 965-0933 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Lanie Coulter (423) 595-4898 Lanie’s love of firearms started at a young age when her grandfather taught her to shoot. She then began shooting skeet with her cousins behind her dad’s tool shed. In 2003, she became very involved with the NWTF Pigeon Mountain Chapter Women in the Outdoors…

Facilitator: Deb Robinson I have been an avid outdoors"woman" my whole life. I am an NRA Instructor in Basic Pistol, CCW, and Personal Protection in the home. I am also a Chief Range Safety Officer and the facilitator for the A Girl and A Gun Chapter in Savannah GA. I…

Facilitator: Harriett Williams (706) 499-8004harri@thewomensarmory.com Harriett is the facilitator of the Stephens County, GA chapter. She is the owner and lead instructor with The Women’s Armory, providing firearms training focused on women. Being an NRA and RangeMaster Certified Pistol instructor and an NRA Chief Range Safety Officer has provided Harriett…

Facilitator: Marion Lapointe (563) 424-1812 Marion LaPointe is the Facilitator of the Davenport, IA Chapter. She is a Certified Pistol Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Karyn Janiak (512) 657-9115 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Tara Bell (208) 309-5900 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon! Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Julie Puls (630) 660-2515 Julie Puls lives in Naperville, Illinois and is the mother of 3 adult children. She is committed to educating women in the importance of self-defense/situational awareness and empowering them in all aspects of life. She believes that every woman has the right to defend herself,…

Facilitator: Ann Marie Suter (708) 516-4837 Ann Marie has made it her mission to help train women to be their own first responders. It began as her husband traveled for work often outside of the country for extended periods. Ann Marie found herself at home, alone with her four children…

Facilitator: Natalie Bohon (859) 421-9912 I am a competitive shooter and firearms instructor who is passionate about all aspects of shooting. My mission is to teach solid gun handling fundamentals and safety to new firearm owners in the community. Certifications:• USCCA/NRA Certified Range Safety Officer (RSO) • USPSA National Range…

Facilitator: Aurora Baca (225) 454-5030 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Erin Harris (413) 246-4043 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Charneta Samms (240) 394-6389 I became a firearms instructor because when I started shooting, I wished there would have been more women around. My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging space where anyone with interest can come and learn, especially women. How many skills do you learn that…

Facilitator: Audree Danielson (810) 278-6408Audree is a Certified Pistol Instructor and an NRA Training Counselor. She loves providing opportunities for women to come together to celebrate their common interests in firearms. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Alycia Pollotta (231) 944-0095 Alycia is the Facilitator of the Traverse City Chapter. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jeanine Gill (763) 269-6914 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Tammy Bartels (913) 416-3302 Tammy is the Director of Training for Frontier Justice, overseeing the training program for all locations companywide. She has been with Frontier Justice since 2019 and has a BA in Public Relations and Marketing with a Specialization in Project Management. Tammy has an extensive background…

Facilitator: Jennifer Hunt (417) 310-1940 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Chelsie Creps agagstl@gmail.com(618) 780-0212 Hello All! I am very excited to be the chapter facilitator. I have been shooting all my life but became an avid shooter about 7 years ago. I love competitive shooting! My favorites are USPSA and 3-Gun. I have my RSO and Basic Pistol Instructors…

Facilitator: Cindi Lee (910) 489-9780 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Sandy Williams (828) 461-1697 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Tina Martin Nims (850) 264-9375Tina Martin-Nims is a sponsored 3 Gun and USPSA competitor, and the Winner of Ammo and Attitude Season 6 ALL STARS. She is the owner of Shield Maiden Defense, Concealed Carry Firearms Instructor for the state of North Carolina, NRA Certified Firearms Instructor, and Facilitator…

Facilitator: Teresa Kelly (336) 466-2899 Teresa Kelly is co-owner of Apache Solutions LLC in Yadkinville, NC. She started her firearms training journey and quickly learned there needed to be more training because an NC Concealed Carry class did not help to make her a competent and confident shooter. So when…

Facilitator: Jesi Marynik (701) 740-3307 Jesi Marynik is the Facilitator of the Grand Forks Chapter! She is the Secretary for FFNRA and an NRA Certified Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Stephanie Todd (308) 641-6363 I believe that it is important for women to learn about firearms and be able to defend themselves, should the need arise. More importantly, I believe that having the knowledge of how to use a firearm safely and accurately can be empowering for a women.…

Facilitator: Tammy Uva (775) 392-0395 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Eileen Kerlin (919) 394-8066 Welcome to the AG & AG Henderson Chapter. I'm Eileen Kerlin and the chapter's Facilitator. I became interested in the shooting sports "relatively" later in life, and that love and passion really took off after joining AG & AG. Not only did I become more…

Facilitator: Alexandra Nikolov (702) 528-2222Alexandra Nikolov is dedicated to empowering others and to helping students have a safe and fun firearms experience. She is passionate about continuing to train and grow to be able to provide the best learning experience for her students. She has the following credentials: • A…

Facilitator: Laura Evans (585) 330-5525 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Candy Petticord (234) 706-2980Candy has been ecstatically married to her bestest bud, Jim, for 29 years and they have twelve Pettipeeps, all of whom are skilled shooters. Candy began her shooting journey a little over four years ago when she received her CHL and realized, with a ridiculously high…

Facilitator: Toni Miller (513) 478-6609 Toni Miller lives in Southwest Ohio with her husband and autistic daughter. Through the many challenges of dealing with doctors and all that comes with a disease like autism, she has become a great communicator in all aspects of her life. She enjoys sharing her…

Facilitator: Jennifer Paden (740) 260-5798 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Beth Grote (513) 594-1654 Welcome to the Lebanon OH chapter!! My passion is introducing, training, and mentoring women in the world of firearms. I’m also an avid student of the gun and love continually learning new skills and techniques to pass onto students. I’m a NRA-certified Training Counselor/Instructor, NRA…

Facilitator: Mindy Charron (614) 371-3517As a teenager Mindy grew up around rifles and shotguns and was often found tagging along with her father at shooting events in Ohio. As an adult career opportunity took her to the great state of Texas. In San Antonio and living alone for the first…

Facilitator: Tammi Erdman (419) 708-3842 Tammi is a certified NRA Basic Pistol Instructor, NRA Shotgun Instructor, NRA Certified Personal Protection in the Home and Outside the Home, NRA Rifle Instructor, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, and NRA Refuse to be a Victim Instructor. She is also a USCCA Certified Instructor…

Facilitator: Janet Bryan (614) 441-9907 Janet learned to shoot long guns at a very young age by her older brother and moved to handguns in the early 80’s. After starting a family she paused her shooting activities until a friend of the family enticed her to get the Ohio Concealed…

Facilitator: Scarlet Day (513) 615-1717 Scarlet Day is a natural educator. She was a teacher for 26 years in K-12 and college, and now she is co-owner of MayDay Gun Range, where she teaches Eddie Eagle classes, women's basic handgun, and CCW classes. She is a Certified Pistol Instructor. Our…

Facilitator: Rebecca King (301) 651-6505Rebecca took up shooting in her early thirties, initially as a way to pass the time while her oldest son was shooting local indoor rimfire matches. It wasn’t long before she loved the competition and started practicing and learning all she could about firearms. As a…

Facilitator: Julie Citro (405) 487-6082 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Susan Mock (918) 685-0072 Having been raised in a hunting family, shotgun shooting is a familiar firearm and one of which I am quite comfortable. Many memories and life lessons have been gained both on the trap field and in the corn field. Rifles and handguns, on the other…

Facilitator: Vonnie Meritt (405) 262-3354 I have a passion for shooting. I've been a certified NRA pistol instructor since 1998. I have participated in cowboy action shooting. I have served as the Canadian County Friends of the NRA chairman for several years. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe…

Facilitator: Lisa Stiers(360) 334-7009 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jenn Rightmyer (610) 301-9586 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Ashley Burke (570) 712-2135 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Miriam (Mim) Ofsanik (724) 557-5651 I love helping other women get comfortable with firearms and seeing the enthusiasm it brings when they feel success and empowerment! Step out of your comfort zone, do something different! Join me in a safe, relaxed and fun environment, that will help you become…

Facilitator: Sandra Zettlemoyer (484) 357-5906 Sandra Zettlemoyer was a member of A Girl & A Gun for several years before stepping into leadership to lead the Lehigh Valley Chapter. She is an NRA-Certified Pistol Instructor and IDPA Range Safety Officer. She is a competitor in IDPA, Steel Challenge, and 3-Gun.…

Facilitator: Patrice Scagliotti (570) 650-7676Patrice Scagliotti is the owner of Inner 10 Firearms Training, LLC. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science from the University of Scranton and Certification in Elementary Education from East Stroudsburg University. Patrice has been an avid sport shooter and hunter since 1998.…

Facilitator: Tyna Couch AGAGBeaufortCountySC@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Jessica Casull (864) 621-7546 Jessica is an NRA certified Instructor, Certified Refuse to be a Victim Instructor, Range Safety Officer, and Certified USCCA Instructor. As a mother of 4, her main focus has always been woman and children. She loves to help ensure that woman are safe, protected, and…

Facilitator: Lisa Hamilton (949) 689-1729 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Ranae Knapp Phone: 901-605-9147Hi I am Ranae Knapp, the facilitator of the Memphis A Girl & A Gun. I have been around firearms my entire life. One of my earliest memories of my grandfather was him "helping" me shoot his 22 pistol. My husband and kids are avid shooters.…

Facilitator: Tiffany Warner(615) 900-0685 agagmiddletennessee@gmail.com Tiffany Warner is the Facilitator of the Middle TN Chapter! Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Kat Joel-Reich (281) 658-0549 I affectionately say I lived in a cocoon until 2014 when my home was broken into and my sense of security was shattered. Instead of letting that experience keep me down, I spread my wings and began on a life-long journey that has brought me…

The Austin area has the following chapters: Austin (North) Austin (South) Cedar Park San Marcos

Facilitator: Sandra Woodruff (512) 925-8206NorthAustinAGAG@gmail.comSandra is the AG & AG Facilitator for the North Austin and Cedar Park Chapters. Sandra is a Certified AG & AG Trainer, Certified NRA Instructor in multiple disciplines, Texas License to Carry Instructor, and Chief Range Safety Officer. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host…

Facilitator: Reba Hennigan (281) 839-8551 rebalouagag@gmail.comI’ve been a member of A Girl & A Gun since 2014 after finding a flyer at local gun range. I gave the number a call and talked to the facilitator who told me more about the AG & AG. Being an A-team member for…

Facilitator: Carol Johnson (309) 261-0990 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: BJ Hegemeyer (979) 777-6725 BJ is a mother of 3 daughters and grandmother of 8, and has served as a Police Officer for over 25 years in K-12 and now at Blinn Junior College. She has taught many crime prevention programs, such as DARE and GREAT, and community programs…

Facilitator: Felicia Davis (281) 450-0660 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Kimberly Ballenger (361) 331-7864 Texas DPS Certified License to Carry (LTC) Instructor NRA Certified Pistol Instructor NRA Certified Shotgun Instructor NRA Certified Chief Range Safety Officer NRA Certified Refuse to Be a Victim Presenter NRA Life Member USCCA Certified Instructor USCCA Range Safety Officer USPSA Member Our Upcoming EventsCalendar…

Facilitator: Melinda Soliday (281) 435-1887 I have been around firearms my entire life, I used to hunt with my father as a child. I am NRA certified pistol instructor and NRA RSO. I love being outdoors and I really enjoy teaching others. I have been a member of A Girl…

Facilitator: Allison Bonner (903) 388-7795 Allison Bonner is the Facilitator of the Freestone County Chapter. She was born and raised in Fairfield, TX. Firearms have been a part of her family for many generations. Allison says, "Mother hunted and taught me what I know about firearms, as well as with…

Facilitator: Franceanna Campagna (214) 437-5726txfriscoagag@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Linda Haddox South (817) 988-6951Having grown up around guns, I was familiar with them but I needed to learn more about safe handling and improve my marksmanship skills. After researching a few different groups and ranges, I decided AG&AG was the perfect fit for me. A group BY women…

The Houston area has the following chapters: Conroe Cypress South Houston Crosby-Dayton League City Memorial Pearland Spring The Woodlands Our Host Ranges The Houston-area chapters meet at the following locations:

Facilitator: Theresa "Tess" Branson (281)217-4729 I’m Tess Branson, the Katy, TX A Girl & A Gun chapter facilitator. I have a strong belief that every individual’s life is worth protecting, and I am passionate about helping people to learn defensive skills. In particular, I am motivated to help women to…

Facilitator: Crystal Duke (512) 576-8340 Crystal’s mission is to develop confident, competent, and responsible gun owners. She loves to help shooters of all levels learn to shoot, correct bad habits and shoot much more effectively. Crystal is the owner of Southern Charm Firearms Academy which has its own private range…

Facilitator: Christina Scott (912) 674-8521 Christina Scott was a member of AG & AG for many years before stepping into the leadership role of Facilitator. She is a certified pistol instructor and competitive shooter. She loves teaching women firearm safety and marksmanship skills, and especially loves when Lubbock women travel…

Facilitator: Jan Bailey Martin (936) 675-3351 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Malorie Turner (337) 529-2210 Malorie is from Milton, a small town in Louisiana. At 19 years old she started her first job at the local gun range and immediately fell in love with firearms. Due to this love of firearms, at the age of 21, she obtained her degree…

Facilitator: Sheila Fischer 713) 702-5259 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Alison Adams (210) 508-0317 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Brenda Rath (210) 241-8576Brenda is the mother of 4 amazing millennials, and the 30 year wife of the retired Navy Fighter pilot of her dreams. She has been a registered nurse for 42 years, and currently works part time in a Pediatric ICU. She started shooting in high school,…

Facilitator: Pam Branum (713) 208-0068Owner of Lady MacGyver Firearm Training. I am a proud native Texan and have been an avid firearm enthusiast for the past 30 years. I now use those skills to encourage, educate, and train others to shoot. Being an avid outdoorsman, some of my hobbies include…

Facilitator: Becky Dolgener (254) 760-6767 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Cindy Sykora (972) 741-7631Cindy is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. She says, "I love this organization and what they represent! I love people, shooting, and sharing. I want to be able to provide a positive and quality-filled shooting program to sisters who need instruction from a woman's point of…

Facilitator: Amy Nutt (303) 668-5765 Hello Everyone! My friends would describe me as an energetic and happy person who loves investing in my passion projects. I am a Texas Tech graduate with my Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and since graduating in 2021 I have enjoyed applying my knowledge of the human…

Facilitator: Mary Jones (817) 734-8677agirlandagun.weatherford@gmail.com Mary Jones is the Faciliator of the Weatherford, TX chapter. She is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Coni Brooks (801) 372-2003 I'm the previous owner of Barnes Bullets and am a proficient rifle shooter and hunter. I have hunted numerous places around the world and in approximately 25 different states. I have shot pistols a good share of my life, but not with proper instruction until…

Facilitator: Fran Cory (804) 550-3044 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Sue Brozovsky (540) 384-6312 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Dolly Hughes (360) 978-4338 I joined AG & AG on April 1, 2014. Since then I have taken a lot of classes at the Firearms Academy of Seattle, currently taking additional instructor classes at the Centralia Rifle Club, attended two AG&AG Conferences and joined and shoot IDPA matches. The…

Facilitator: Katy Brown (509) 953-8488 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar coming soon! Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Brandi Taylor (360) 720-2619Helping ladies feel empowered around firearms has been a passion of mine since college. After I graduated, I owned a women’s concealed carry product company for several years and travelled to gun-shows across the south. Then, shortly after the Navy moved my husband to Whidbey Island,…

Facilitator: Meaghan Roble (715) 252-8573 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Starla Batzko starsdelights@yahoo.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:

Facilitator: Cindy Greer (307) 272-0788 Welcome to the Big Horn Basin Chapter. I have always been around firearms, but didn’t start shooting myself until I was in my 50’s. My daughter started shooting and invited me to go to training with her. It was so much fun that I began…

Facilitator: Tia Wallin (701) 770-0047 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations: