Gemma Institute #75, Young Ladies Institute (YLI) meets on the third Wednesday of each month in the Parish Hall at 190 Spanish St., Sutter Creek.  YLI is an organization of Catholic Women dedicated to the Christian principles of charity and Love. It was founded in San Francisco on September 5, 1887 by three young women inspired to help an ill friend. Approximately 8500 women belong in California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii.  Our history reflects a sisterly care and concern for each other and for those in need.  Our purpose is to help others in our organization, our church and our community. You are intited to visit us to make new friendships and renew old friendships; to give love and charity to the less fortunate in our community; to promote the moral, mental and social advancement of Catholic women; to enrich your spiritual life by joining other Catholic women in prayer; to enjoy social events with other women and with their families; to help men with their for the Priesthood; to help women in their goals to further their education; to participate in the Ways & Means to accomplish all these and more; to join YLI and enjoy the Sisterly Love we cherish.