AROUND TOWN
PV Juniors Disbursement Event
Jessica Patay, founder/executive Dr. Edward and Kelly Piken, Scholarship recipient, director and Stephanie Fleck, Trea- Kiara Lee, Dr. Christine Petti and Allison Phillips surer – We Are Brave Together (Scholarship committee)
Scholarship recipients Enzo Somers and Kiara Lee
A few of the philanthropy grant recipients: Matthew Scelza, Executive Director (Providence TrinityCare Hospice Foundation ), Kristinia Kirkwood, Director of Development, (Harbor Interfaith), April Del Rio, Program Assistant (SHAWL), Jessica Patay, founder/executive director (We are Brave Together), and Mike Lansing, executive director, Boys & Girls Club of the LA Harbor. Not pictured: Family Promise, Community’s Child.
PV Ballet Fundraiser
The 44th Anniversary Fundraiser Dinner of the Palos Verdes Ballet Association was a resounding success, bringing together dancers, families, and supporters for an unforgettable evening. Held recently, the event saw our community come alive with joy and camaraderie as dancers mingled outside of class, creating lasting memories. Highlights of the evening included a lively raffle and boutique, where many attendees took home cherished mementos. The night was filled with laughter, heartfelt conversations, and a shared passion for ballet, beautifully captured in these photos showcasing the spirit and togetherness that define our ballet family.
Guests included (left to right)/ Kimberly Jones, Philip Johnston Ross, Richard Mahoney, Maya Blagojevich, Diane Blagojevich, Eileen Morgan, and Dr. Irene Tang
The Nguyens and The Wengs, Fundraiser Committee
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Featured guest artist Olivia Tang-Mifsud, former Joffrey Ballet artist and Palos Verdes Ballet alumna
Sipes scholarship recipient, Enzo Somers with grandparents, and parents Tama and Chad Somers
Piken Scholarship recipient, Kiara Lee, with parents, Irene and Brandon Lee
Philanthropy Committee, Lauren Luna, Julia Parton, Teri Screen, VP Philanthropy and Teri Screen (VP of Philanthropy), Allison Phillips, and incoming PV Juniors President Dr. Christine Petti (2024-25)
MBM Hospitality’s New Office Grand Opening On Wednesday, April 24, from 5-8 pm, MBM Hospitality hosted a grand opening event to debut their new office, kitchen, and tasting room in Torrance! Executive Chef and CEO of MBM Hospitality, Meg Walker, was thrilled to share their new state-of-the-art on-site capabilities. This facility is now home to her three catering brands: Made by Meg, Tipsy Pear, and Walker’s. During the event, the team showcased a range of her cuisine to fit any client’s needs, from ahi tuna to vegan buffalo cauliflower. Guests were invited to come and celebrate with the MBM team!
Meg Walker