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Partners for Pediatric Vision’s Annual Build-A-Bear Event Photos courtesy of Partners for Pediatric Vision
On October 1, 2023 twelve children with permanent vision loss had the chance to make their own stuffed bear buddy, thanks to a partnership between Partners for Pediatric Vision (PPV) and Vistas for Children Inc. The two organizations came together to host their annual Build-A-Bear event at the Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance. The children with vision loss were paired up with a Junior Vistas volunteer, who guided them to each station to create their very own Build-A-Bear. The children were looking forward to this event for months and one of our attendees, Jose M., described it as “the best day ever!” Kenya M.’s family shared, “This was a beautiful event. It was emotional and sweet seeing Kenya’s bear with glasses and a white cane like Kenya’s. Thank you PPV and Vistas for inviting us.” For more information on supporting children with vision loss with specialized learning and independence please visit: partnersforpediatricvision.org
Jose M. said Best day ever with his famPPV’s Aubrey with two Junior ily and PPV Family Specialist Heather Vistas Volunteers, Sash and Gia
PPV’s Amy with Junior Vistas Volunteer, Chloe PPV staff, Tori, Mackenzie, Diane, Rosanna, Heather, and Helen
Junior Vistas Volunteer, Lilly, with PPV’s Ximena
PPV’s Aliyah B. with Junior PPV’s Misinale with Junior Vistas Vistas Volunteer, Sarah Volunteer, Lilly
PPV’s Amy with Junior Vistas Volunteer, Chloe
Las Candalistas Go Between the Covers with Literary Luncheon On Friday October 20th, over 230 guests dove between the covers to listen to 5 authors at the Las Candalistas fall Fundraiser, “Between the Covers… a Literary Luncheon”. The event was held at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. Guests were treated to a welcome drink and appetizers and had the opportunity to shop with vendors as well as the Las Candalistas marketplace, which was full of home-crafted and home-baked goodies and over 50 Silent Auction prizes. Guests enjoyed a sit-down luncheon followed by the much-anticipated conversation with 5 local authors. James T Bartlett who is a writer, journalist, researcher, true crime expert, and author of The Alaskan Blonde, acted as host and welcomed each of the authors in turn on stage. Joining him were local authors Rebecca Forster, Ruth Stevens, Marilou Ryder, and Wendall Thomas. Guests were treated to a great array of backstories and an insight into the world of writing and publishing. Money raised from the event will go to charities which Las Candalistas supports including Community’s Child, Manes for Movement, Marine Mammal Care, and 14 other local charities.
Vendor Jennifer McDonald, AR Workshop
A fabulous venue for authors and book signings
Amy Mosher Chairman of The Board and Event Chair, Debbie Bramhall Event chair, Laura Henson Broussard, Las Candalistas President
Enjoying the view Pat Brown and Chef Christine Brown
Ready for lunch guests, Pat Nelson, Barb Morel, Joane Wolfe, Lorna Wallace Sarah Ott, Mary Ellen Kinney and Susan Maehl
Guest Elaine Kaback, LC Member of the Board of Directors Sharon Logan, and LC Member Marcia Butler
LC Member Stella Bullock, guests,, Jane Mehra and Michelle McGowan, LC member and officer Randi Young
Rebecca Forster (Author), Wendall Thomas (Author), Debbie Sampson (LC officer), Ruth F. Stevens (Author), Dr. MarilouRyder (Women’s Advocate) and James T. Bartlett (Writer, Journalist)
Rebecca Forster with some of her books from the Hostile Witness series
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