TORRANCE MEMORIAL RANKED FIRST AMONG SOUTH BAY HOSPITALS BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT, NEWSWEEK AND SOUTH BAY’S BEST 2022 AWARDS . When it comes to local expert care, it is important to know the facts. Torrance Memorial is leading the way in the South Bay for expert care, ranking among the best hospitals in California and the nation. TMGetTheFacts.org
All year long, but especially during the holiday season, we give our heartfelt thanks to our valuable volunteers and everyone who helps make the magic of Holiday Festival transpire. We truly appreciate the countless hours and dedication in making this outstanding event a success year after year. We love and honor you all!
DECEMBER 2, 2022
6 p .m . – 10:30 p .m .
Cocktails and Silent Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p .m .
First Course and Wine Service 7 p m
Welcome and Live Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 p .m .
Dinner, Dessert and Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 p .m .
Silent Auction Closes 9 p m
Dancing the Night Away . . . .
Although the ups and downs have flattened out somewhat, we’ve still all bought tickets on the COVID rollercoaster ride Luckily, the cavalry arrived in the form of vaccines and advances in medical care, which have thankfully limited the ride’s nadir – hospitalizations and deaths
Mark Lurie, MD
Through it all, Torrance Memorial Medical Center has remained resilient, striving to maintain the highest quality of care The continued collaboration of Administration, Foundation Staff, Nursing and Medical Staff has made sure there have been no gaps in patient care . The staff’s dedication is reflected in the multiple national awards we’ve garnered from Newsweek, U.S. News & World Report and the American Hospital Association, among others .
A major teammate in this collaboration has been YOU, our very committed and dependable support Your contributions through volunteer work, donations and moral support have been amazing! We cannot thank you enough for the helping hand you’ve lent us on so many levels Like you, we plan to enter 2023 with even more focus and hope the ride this time will be a good one…
Mark
Lurie, MDPresident, Torrance Memorial Foundation Board Medical Director, Lundquist Lurie Cardiovascular Institute
I cannot believe this is my 22nd Holiday Festival… my family looks forward to this fun and entertaining week-long tradition as much as I do We cherish the many memories from each, and every year
We are blessed with our talented, hardworking, dedicated volunteers who return annually to support this event Thank you to Carolyn Snyder, who has guided us through Holiday Festival for 39 years, and to Bev George and Michelle Rand, who also enthusiastically lead our troops of volunteers .
We have raised millions of dollars to support the vital work of Torrance Memorial… without your health you cannot live life to its fullest
I am grateful to work with my wonderful colleagues in the Foundation office – Judy, Sandy, Sophia, Lisa, Karen, Jill and Margaret In addition, I want to thank our outstanding physicians, nurses and staff who do their best, with a smile every day, to care for our patients and families .
I send my best wishes to you and your loved ones during this holiday season…
With sincere appreciation,
Laura Schenasi Executive Vice PresidentTorrance Memorial Foundation
The strength of Torrance Memorial Medical Center is the passion and commitment shown by each member of our family: volunteers, board members, sponsors, donors and staff members. We are all united in our belief that the Foundation and hospital staff - especially the physicians and nurses who work every day to care for our patients – keep striving to bring you the BEST HOSPITAL in the South Bay.
As you know, the past few years were not “traditional” Festival years. We had a pandemic in 2020 so we moved it online, in 2021 we were back in person, but had to adjust activities due to CDC guidelines and spacing restrictions. These adjustments and efforts to continue with our commu nity celebration could not have taken place without the generous support of our incredible sponsors, donors, staff and volunteers.
Today I want to thank you for your support of Holiday Festival over the years. This event is possible because of YOU and the many volunteers, donors, sponsors and attendees. Holiday Festival represents an opportu nity to celebrate and support Torrance Memorial, and it has become an important family and community event.
MANY THANKS to each of you for your continued support of Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Holiday Festival. It has been an honor to be a member of Las Amigas and to volunteer for over 37 years with an organization so rich in tradition, and one that has supported the hospital and the community for so many years.
Wishing you and your families a wonderful and healthy holiday season.
Carolyn Snyder Festival Co-Chair
We couldn’t do it without all of you!Bev George
As the new tent appears behind Torrance Memorial, the magic of the 39th Annual Holiday Festival comes to life. It is an honor and privilege to be part of this Holiday Festival tradition:
“Holiday Festival is Truly a Community Affair!”
BY a community of volunteers (working all year long) FOR all ages of the South Bay community to enjoy BENEFITING the entire community, now and in the future…
Thank you – to our community of Volunteers! They faithfully work all year creating holiday treasures, wiring ornaments, stuffing envelopes and pricing thousands of items. You’ve become family and greatly appreciated. Thank you to our fantastic designers, who magically transform trees into a magical forest for all to enjoy. Thank you to the Luminaries and Novas for hosting our Kids Zone, filled with activities for our younger guests.
Thank you – to our Sponsors! We appreciate and acknowledge your generosity. Your support empowers us to continue this community tradition and fundraising event for Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
Thank you – to our community of Entertainers!
It is with great pride we showcase our local talent. Throughout the Festival week, singers, dancers and musicians fill the tent with the true spirit of the season.
Thank you – to our (behind the scenes) Spirit Leaders! Heartfelt gratitude to our Festival Lead Volunteers, for your commitment and positive attitudes. To our wonderful Foundation staff, we greatly appreciate your dedication to detail, gentle guidance and constant support.
I wish you a Happy Holiday and a Prosperous 2023, Overflowing with Love, Joy and Good Health!
Bev George Holiday Festival Co-ChairCraig Leach, President and Chief Executive Officer Zachary Gray, MD, Chief of Staff
Greg Geiger, Chair
Eric Milefchik, MD, Vice Chair William H . Collier, Esq ., Treasurer Sherry Kramer, Secretary Donna Duperron Zachary Gray, MD Mary Harris Amir Kaviani, MD Craig Leach, President/CEO Richard E Lucy Tracy Underwood Susan Welch
Mark Lurie, MD, Ex-Officio Member
Mark Lurie, MD, President
Phil Pavesi, Vice President
Greg Geiger, Treasurer Heidi Hoffman, MD, Secretary Joseph Hohm, Officer Patrick Theodora, Officer Michael Zislis, Officer
Christy Abraham
Jack Baker, Esq .
Nadine Bobit
Harv Daniels
Paul Giuliano
Alan Goldstein Rick Higgins
Gina Kirkpatrick Song Cho Klein Connie Lai, Esq . Richard E Lucy
Laurie McCarthy W . David McKinnie
Eric Nakkim, MD
Tom O’Hern Rick Rounsavelle, DDS Michael Rouse
Sam Sheth
Steven Spierer, Esq . Janice Tecimer Russ Varon
Jackie and Greg Geiger
Lori and Tom O’Hern
Sandra Sanders
Deborah and Tom Thomas
Torrance Memorial Medical Staff The Turpanjian Family Sandy and Frank Yang – Simplehuman
Ayne and Jack Baker
Ofelia and Emmanuel David Priscilla Hunt Keenan Healthcare Kinecta
Song and Dave Klein Cathy and Major Lin – United Pacific The Lundquist Institute Janice and Timur Tecimer
The Thermal Race Track - Twanna and Tim Rogers
Nuch and Larry Miller
Randy and Luke Dauchot • Regina and Dan Finnegan Jan and Ian Teague • Torrance Radiology Group
Anesthesia Medical Group • Baker, Burton & Lundy Nadine and Ty Bobit • c/a Architects Emcor • Mike Gatto
Vince Kelly and Rose Straub • Pat and Richard Lucy Mascari Warner Dinh Architects • Eric and Anna Mellor, MD Nixon Peabody, LLP • Kevin and Joy Theodora Torrance Emergency Physicians • Torrance Pathology Group
John Andrawis, MD • The Cam Family
Joan Caras and Family • Chivaroli, James & Gable
Ruth and Harv Daniels • Sally and Mike Eberhard Eve and Rick Higgins • Judy and Craig Leach Nixon Peabody LLP • PNG Builders
The Shen Family • Phyllis and Steven Spierer Torrance Memorial Neonatology Medical Group Torrance Memorial Radiation Oncology
Michele and Robert Polleti
Sandy and Tom Cobb • Lisa and Eric Nakkim, MD Torrance Pathology Group • Stanley and Frances Zee Janice and Timur Tecimer
Beatrice Sheng
Karen and Michael Melideo
Ruth and Harv Daniels
Cathy and Alan Siegel
Nancy Agustin • The Briedis Family Trudy Brown • Jayantha and Parin De Mel
Nancy and David DiCarlo • Marilyn Kay Dubas Donna Duperron • Maria Eclevia
Judith Gassner • Sherry and Ian Kramer, MD Dr Mark and Barbara Demming Lurie
Janet M Richardson • Donna Schauwecker
Laura and Marc Schenasi • Linda Smith
Jan and Ian Teague • Alissa and Robert Wilson
Choura Events • G .S . Brothers, Inc .
Martin Chevrolet - Joe Giacomin • Redondo Van & Storage
Rolling Hills Flower Mart Studio • The Zislis Group
IN-KIND SPONSORS
Ready Refresh • Republic Services
MEDIA SPONSORS
Daily Breeze • Palos Verdes Peninsula News
The Beach Reporter • PV Magazine
Susan Greenberg James Larson
Julie Park Sim, MD Robert and Alissa Wilson
Meet our new DJ/MC Brandon Gomez DJ DIZZZ
• Hometown: Gardena, California
• Attended El Camino College
• Favorite place to visit is Disneyland hence DJ DIZZZ
Brandon is a singer, dancer, actor and avid Disney collector.
`Festival Co-Chairs – Carolyn Snyder and Bev George Boutique Committee – Linda Roehm, Donna LaMont, Mary Richardson, Cindy Wight
Unique Boutique Ginny Frazier, Darol Draggoo, Bea Mantico Kid Zone – Cathy Siegel Design Committee Michelle Rand, Terry Gonzales, Joyce Jimenez, Mary Hoffman, Emily Wickline
Santa Booth Committee Diane Urquhart, Terry Furey, Cindy Wells
Entertainment Co-Chairs Camilla Seferian, Jeannine Frandsen
Finance Co-Chairs – Betty Broughton, Jean O’Dell, Barbara Smith, Helen Nowatka
Silent Auction Co-Chairs – Song Cho Klein, Helaine Lopes, Jennifer Chen, Gina Kirkpatrick
Fashion Show Co-Chairs Linda Perry, Allison Mayer, Roxanne Mirhashemi, Joy Theodora
Opportunity Drawing Chair Gail Quinn
Publicity Chair Ruth Daniels Volunteer Chair – Shirley Hall
Luminaries Co-Chairs Jennifer Choi-Won, Nicole Cha, Melissa Pusavat
President Michelle Rand Vice President Mary Richardson
Co-Treasurers Betty Broughton and Valerie Punzal
Recording and Corresponding Secretary Linda Smith
Historian Jean O’Dell
All year long, but especially during the holiday season, we give our heartfelt thanks to our incredible volunteers and everyone who helped make the magic of Holiday Festival transpire. We truly appreciate the countless hours and dedication in making this outstanding event a success year after year. We love and honor you all!
Laura Schenasi, Executive Vice President
Judith Gassner, Senior Director of Development and Principal Gifts
Sandy VandenBerge, Director Planned Giving
Lisa Takata, Manager Special Events and Patrons Program
Sophia Neveu, Development Officer
Karen Randazzo, Development Liaison
Jill Golden, Development Liaison
Margaret Doran, Development Liason
Erin Fiorito, Director
Julie Taylor, Manager, Marketing and Communications
Danielle Boujikian, Digital Marketing Manager
Mary Ford, Marketing and Communications Liaison Jill Gerbracht, Consultant
Alexander Baker, Manager
Mitchell Yee, Interactive Media Producer
Tim Branning, Photographer
Upon admission you receive a coupon to enter a drawing to win one of four Opportunity Trees . Located near the entrance in the Festival tent, these trees are displayed with a box by each tree Complete the coupon and drop it into the box by the tree you would most like to win Opportunity Trees Sponsored by Michele and Robert Poletti
A. Pink Panther
Designed by: Sophia Neveu Decorated by: Young Physicians and Professional Alliance – YPPA
B. Let It Snow
Designed by: Camilla Seferian Decorated by: Sharon Sapigao and TOCA
Designed by: Carolyn Pohlner Decorated by: Torrance Woman’s Club
D. For the Love of Nature
Designed by: Beverly Finley Decorated by: Torrance Float Association t
(Estimated MSRP $41,270)
This year, supporters of Torrance Memorial Medical Center are helping to raise funds for the Lundquist Lurie Cardiovascular Institute By entering to win the opportunity drawing, donors hope to drive away in a Chevrolet Bolt EUV generously provided by Joe Giacomin’s Martin Chevrolet In addition to the Chevrolet Bolt, second prize is a specially-designed Festival tree and third prize is $500 cash The drawing will be held Sunday, December 4 at 1 p m Opportunity tickets are available through the Torrance Memorial Foundation by calling 310-517-4703 or in the Festival tent the week of the event .
Wednesday, November 30
10 a m DJ/MC Brandon Gomez – DJ DIZZZ! 11 a m Gaynor Trammer – Auxiliary Pianist
11:30 a m Hauoli Hula Dance Group and Ukulele Band
12 p m Tap Happy
12:40 p .m . El Camino College Chorale
2 p m Cup of Water Players
3 p .m . Dr . Hofland - Auxiliary Pianist
6:15 p m Los Cancioneros Master Chorale 7 p .m . Efunk-lite
Thursday, December 1
10 a m Auxiliary Pianist
11 a m Roland Aguilar, Auxiliary Pianist 12 p m Penny Royal Players
3 p m Thom Williamson - Auxiliary Pianist
4:30 p m Riviera Elementary School Chorus
5:30 p m Richardson Middle School Choir
6 p m Bert Lynn Middle School Jazz Band
6:30 p m Lyons Academy of Irish Dance 7 p m Scott Grillo and John Balesteri
Saturday, December 3
10 a m Peninsula Cheer
11 a .m . Torrance Civic Chorale
12 p m Music by Novas
1 p .m . Dance Tech
1:30 p m Gems of Polynesia
2 p .m . Quotable Quintet
2:30 p m South Bay Little Angels
3 p .m . South High Drill Team 3:30 p m Bach2Basics
4 p m Tiki McPherson
5 p m KeKaiUlu
6 p m Classical Ballet Theatre Academy 7 p m nTyme Jazz Band 7:30 p m nTyme Orchestra
Sunday, December 4
10 a m The Dance Factory 11 a m Dance 1 and Redondo Ballet 12 p m Danemark Studio
1 p.m. Opportunity Drawing South High Cheer 1:15pm Sabor De México 2:15 p .m . PVPA Performing Groups
By Luminaries and Novas, support groups of Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Special thanks to DJ/MC Brandon Gomez – DJ DIZZZ!
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Allison Mayer • Roxanne Mirhashemi • Linda Perry • Joy Theodora
PROGRAM
10 a m Registration and Holiday Shopping 11:45 a .m . Welcome and Salute to Our Volunteers
Laura Schenasi, Executive Vice President Torrance Memorial Foundation Noon Luncheon Served 1 p m Fashions by: Roger Canamar Oliver Tolentino
1:30 p m Boutique Shopping
A Southern California broadcasting icon, Fritz Coleman was NBC4’s weathercaster on weekday editions of “Channel 4 News,” airing at 5 and 11 p.m. He joined NBC4 in 1982 as the weekend weathercaster and moved to weekdays in 1984. Coleman was part of the longest-running evening news team with legendary journalists Chuck Henry and Colleen Williams and Sports Anchor Fred Roggin.
Coleman has been named “Best Weathercaster” in nearly every major newspaper in Southern California. He devotes much of his time to supporting events and organizing entertainment to benefit local nonprofit organizations. He has garnered awards and honors for his dedication to community service. Since 2000, he has won the Humanitarian of the Year Award –including the Shelter Partnership and the California Hospital Medical Center. The City of Los Angeles named him a “Treasure of Los Angeles,” and the United States House of Representatives gave Coleman the Humanitarian of the Year Award for his fundraising efforts on behalf of the American Red Cross.
Tree #101
A Firehouse Holiday
Sponsored by: Teague Family Foundation
Designed by: Veronica & James Duarte, Bobbie & Scott Diekmann
Decorated by: Brigitte & John Kubota, Kim Judy, Liliana Koch
The firefighters decked out this tree with Dalmatians to celebrate this spotty dog – a firehouse tradition. Honoring our firefighter heroes and their proud history of saving lives, this beautiful tree features red ornaments, fire hose garland, fire hydrants, fire vehicles and tools. You willl not stop smiling as you see the adorable Dalmatians playing within the tree! When the alarm sounds for holiday cheer, firefighters at all your local fire stations wish you a very merry holiday. You’ll be SPOT ON when you bring this darling Dalmatian tree home for your friends and family to enjoy.
Included with tree: Fire Truck Pedal Car designed for ages 3 and up. This sturdy steel pedal car has a durable finish, removable ladders, bell, authentic graphics, adjustable pedals and windshield.
Tree #102
Santas Around the World
Sponsored by: Regina and Dan Finnegan
Designed by: Terry Furey Decorated by: Kate McCormick-Furey, Maddy McCormick
Every year Santa Claus travels around the world, and did you know he is known by other names in some countries? Christmas traditions around the world are unique and different, and Jim Shore’s Santas Around the World collection shines a light on holiday traditions near and far. These Santas are handmade with extra special touches and attention to detail like his outfits designed with themes and landmarks giving tribute to the country of origin. Festive ornaments show Santa’s different names in colorful, eye-catching designs sure to be a conversation piece. Provide some education and conversation as you invite your friends and family to identify their country’s Santa!
Tree #103 Kanakaloka’s (Santa Claus’s) Aloha Sponsored by: Torrance Radiology Designed and Decorated by: Joyce & Rudy Jimenez
In Hawaii you’ll hear Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas) and see Kanakaloka (Santa Claus) who is usually barefoot and dressed in Aloha shirt and shorts dreaming of ‘snowmen’ made of sand! Since it isn’t always possible to spend Christmas in Hawaii, bring the Aloha spirit to your home this year with this beach-themed tree adorned by Hawaiian Christmas decorations, including handmade ukuleles. With Santa catching some waves and enjoying the beach when his holiday duties are done, you can just imagine the sound of surf and ukuleles creating that Aloha feel. If you’re a beach lover, this tree is for you with its festive feel of sun, surf and fun. Note: The name “tiki torch” was coined in 1930 by a Torrance company!
Included with tree: Large floral centerpiece, Possible Dream Santas collection, two tiki torches, Kings Hawaiian Restaurant dining certificate, framed picture of sunrise over Waikiki and Diamond Head, 32” Santa ready to enjoy the beach
Tree #104 Christmas in our Town Sponsored by: Randy and Luke Dauchot Designed by: Sergeant Ron Salary Decorated by: Torrance Police Officers and Volunteers
Come home to this nostalgic tree where the season’s brilliant lights and heartwarming, beautifully handcrafted village buildings portray the town’s Christmas. From the lighted snow-covered ice rink and houses to the train station and a host of unique specialty shops, the town is lit up for the holidays in a dazzling display of color and fun. Take a closer look and find Santa and his elves in the workshop prepping to load the sleigh flying in over the village. This magical setting will bring fun for your family and friends as they explore all its treasures.
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Sponsored by: Emcor Designed by: Mary Hoffman Decorated by: Cindy Wells, Dyan Gregg
2. COMFORT AND JOY
Sponsored by: Vinh Cam, MD and Family Designed by: Pam Ryan, Evelyn Viveros-Mueller Decorated by: Evelyn Viveros-Mueller
3. CROWN JUBILEE
Sponsored by: PNG Builders Designed and Decorated by: Terry Gonzales
4. HOLIDAY SPLENDOR
Sponsored by: Eric and Anna Mellor, MD Designed by: Cindy Tabrisky Decorated by: Joe Tabrisky, Mary & John Riblett, Jerry Finley, Beach Cities Masonic Center
5. HERE COMES CHRISTMAS
Sponsored by: Mascari Warner Dinh Architects Designed by: Jean O’Dell Decorated by: Maddie Dawson, Barbara Smith, Darol Draggoo, Kathy Fruth
6. ANGELS OF JOY
Sponsored by: Joan Caras and Family Designed by: Linda Roehm Decorated by: Mary Rose Jeffry, Christina Roehm
7. CHRISTMAS AT SANTA’S LIBRARY
Sponsored by: Torrance Emergency Physician Group Designed and Decorated by: The Schugt Family In Memory of Dr. John Schugt
8. A PENGUIN’S PLAYGROUND
Sponsored by: Torrance Memorial Neonatology Group Designed by: Cassie & Cathy Buzze Decorated by: Trisha & Olivia Maes, Sandy & Sammie Johnson, Briana Anderson, Brenna Tapp, Katie Marjala
9. SNOOPINK
Sponsored by: Torrance Memorial Radiation Oncology Designed by: Evelyn Calip, Jamie Whipp Decorated by: Evelyn’s BFF Family & Friends
10. BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Sponsored by: Sally and Mike Eberhard Designed by: Diane Urquhart Decorated by: Camilla Seferian
11. A GNOME WONDERLAND ADVENTURE Sponsored by: Rick and Eve Higgins Designed and Decorated by: Janice Petrosino, Sharon Broadbent
12. THE NATURE OF CHRISTMAS Sponsored by: Nadine and Ty Bobit Designed by: Mary Richardson Decorated by: Sheryl Cook, Suzanne Rowland, Cindy Wight
13. A SEASON OF ELEGANCE Sponsored by: Steve and Phyllis Spierer Designed by: Ginny Frazier Decorated by: Madeline Wood, Karen Juge, Donna Wendel, Ginny Frazier
14. SNOW MUCH FUN
Sponsored by: John Andrawis, MD Designed by: Stephanie McKenny Decorated by: Torrance Memorial Luminaries
15. MESSENGERS OF THE SEASON
Sponsored by: Pat and Richard Lucy Designed by: Bev George, Florence Tebbets Decorated by: Donna LaMont, Janice Petrosino, Bev George
16. NORTH POLE FRIENDS
Sponsored by: Allyson and Alex Shen, MD Designed by: Tori Parker Decorated by: Chad Monk, John Fleming, Lane & Hannah Parker
17. SEASONS GREETINGS IN SILVER AND GOLD
Sponsored by: Chivaroli, James & Gamble Designed by: Carolyn Snyder Decorated by: Barbara Demming Lurie
18. YULETIDE GARDEN
Sponsored by: Kevin and Joy Theodora Designed and Decorated by: Mary Cilva
19. PEPPERMINT PIZZAZZ
Sponsored by: Nixon Peabody LLC Designed by: Joe & Susie Gietzen Decorated by: The Gietzen Family
20. VINTAGE HOLIDAY
Sponsored by: Torrance Pathology Group Designed by: Pam Kenoyer Decorated by: Carol Rippstein, Pam Kenoyer
21. A SPARKLING SEASON
Sponsored by: Baker, Burton & Lundy P.C. Designed by: Emily & Rich Wickline Decorated by: Jodi Donahue, Barbara Henry
22. WONDERFUL WINTER
Sponsored by: Torrance Anesthesia Medical Group Designed by: Valerie Punzal Decorated by: Terri Giusa, Annette Beltran
23. WINTER WONDERLAND Sponsored by: Judy and Craig Leach Designed and Decorated by: Michelle Rand, Amy Donohue, Yvonne Ruffoni, Anita Petty
24. FIGHT ON DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
Sponsored by: Ruth and Harv Daniels Designed by: Ruth Daniels, Amy Donohue Decorated by: Yvonne Ruffoni, Amy Donohue Michelle Rand, Anita Petty, Dr. Mark and Barbara Demming Lurie
25. IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Sponsored by: Nixon Peabody LLC Designed by: Sue DeLucia, Sharon Plumb Decorated by: Carrie Rettberg
26. HOLIDAY FLOCKSTAR Sponsored by: c/a Architects Designed by: Heidi Grimm Decorated by: Chloe Grimm
27. SANTA SELLS SEASHELLS BY THE SEASHORE Sponsored by: Vince Kelly and Rose Straub Designed by: Linda Cline Decorated by: Barbara Baker, Renee Soqui, St. Margaret Mary Our Lady of the Rosary Guild
28. WARM WINTER WISHES
Sponsored by: Mike Gatto Designed by: Patricia Mendoza Decorated by: Eloisa Fernandez, Tami Garcia Marcy Chacon Gonzalez, Angela Salva
We offer heartfelt thanks to the members of Las Amigas, who each year make Holiday Festival a true cause for celebration.
On behalf of Torrance Memorial Medical Center’s remarkable physicians, nurses, technicians, volunteers and staff, we are delighted to recognize Las Amigas for its tremendous role in uniting our community in festivity for 39 years.
Wishing you all a joyous Holiday Season!
Sincerely, Judy and Craig Leach
Kane Kuo MD
Monica Lee MD
Gretchen Lent MD
Kirsten Liu MD
Ana Lopez-O’Sullivan MD
Brett Lorber MD
Jenny Luo MD
Brian Miura MD
Nadav Nahumi MD
Joe Nakagawa MD
Eric Nakkim MD
Michael Reich MD
Ashley Sanello MD
Richard Sonner MD
Shannon Stacy MD
Gina Sulmeyer MD
Mary Sun MD
Stephanie Tang DO
Brian Truong MD Curtice Wong MD
Michael Fiore PA
Lisa Kotler PA
Christine Pagunuran PA
Heidi Schoepflin PA Pinky Thakkar PA
Elisa Anhalt MD
Ellen Baker MD
Michael Baker MD
Darren Bedolla MD
Richard Bracken DO
John Campo MD Eileen Chang MD
Amanda Clauson MD
Adam Goodman MD
Zachary Gray MD
Alexandra Grossman MD
Kurt Hansen MD
James Jiang MD Dana Kennedy MD
Jeffrey Truong PA Lindsey Urquhart PA
Alexandra Vaughan PA
Brian Lee Brittany Fujikawa
Donny Baek, M.D.
Russell Dickerson, M.D.
Albert Grabb, M.D.
Heidi Hoffman, M.D.
Peter Joyce, M.D.
Rachel Knopoff, M.D.
Richard Krauthamer, M.D.
Kim Lee, M.D.
Michelle McNee, M.D.
Amanda Murphy, M.D.
Michael Noronha, M.D.
Sarina Pai, D.O.
Patrick Pan, M.D.
Jonathan Park, M.D.
Mitchell Parver, M.D.
Kara-Lee Pool, M.D.
Julie Sim, M.D.
Mitchell Sklar, M.D.
Megan Sue, M.D.
George So, M.D. David Stone, M.D. Amy Yaghmai, M.D.
Mark Ancheta, MD • Anthony Arellano-Kruse, MD
Walter Brannan, MD • Benjamin Carroll, MD
Stanley Chang, MD • Sean Cheng, MD
Molly Chung, MD • Randall DeLeon, MD
Teri Diamond, MD • Patrick Donley, MD
Joseph Farlo, MD • Eric Fok, MD • Carlos Garcia, MD
Mike Ho, MD • Aaron Hong, MD • Roger Hong, MD
David Kobayashi, MD • Mikhail Kovshilovsky, MD
Michelle Liao, MD • Samantha Onnagan, MD
Zakir Rangwala, MD • Ron Rothstein, MD
Jessica Saintfort, MD • Sheronda Smith, MD
Scott Swenson, MD • Sean Tretiak, MD
Jane Truong, MD • Steven Underberger, MD
Alexander Vaysburd, MD • Ashley Wilde, MD
Victor Wong, MD • Victoria Zheng, MD
To the doctors, nurses and staff of this special hospital, thank you for making this homecoming happen.
Love, Mike, Danielle, Elliana,Jack –and Evie Gatto.
John
Torrance
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It is my sincere pleasure to thank each donor who has contributed to Torrance Memorial Medical Center. I would like to recognize the following benefactors who have contributed $1 million or more. We are also grateful for your friendship, which for me personally, is a priceless gift.Craig Leach, President and CEO, Torrance Memorial Melanie and Richard Lundquist Donald† and Priscilla Hunt Vasek Polak Charitable Foundation Gerald and Patricia Turpanjian and Family O. Allen Alpay Karl B. and Carol McMillen, Jr. Torrance Memorial Auxiliary Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation The Scriba Family Stuart Kern Toyota American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Ellen and Patrick Theodora Victoria Nishioka Estate Drs. Oi-Lin and Tei-Fu Chen Billie† and John J.† Gogian Henry L. Guenther Foundation Elaine and Jerrold† Jerome J. Yang Foundation Jake and Betty Belin Carolyn† and Gerald† Bronstein Dorothy† and Larry D.† Delpit Torrance Memorial Medical Staff UniHealth Foundation and Serena Ngan René and Phyllis Scribe George† and Reva† Graziadio Foundation Sam and Rose Feng Micki and Norm Lasky, MD Dorothy and Scott Williams Estate Las Amigas Holiday Festival Memorial Ambassadors Memorial Employee Ambassadors Maria Buechler and Ralph Allman Steve and Christine Sheng Hangup and Michelle Moon Jeffrey and Tiffany Neu Pat and Richard Lucy † Deceased
We honor and thank the hundreds of volunteers who made it happen.
We are grateful to the Foundation Board and Patrons whose generosity is vital year after year.
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Our thanks to the many dedicated members of Las Amigas who make Holiday Festival such a great success. Each year, the community and hospital look forward to this event, a great gift to the thousands of people who visit our campus and enjoy the magic under the tent.
and Mike Eberhard
Jerry Schwartz, MD / Bhupala Raghavender, MD
Dinobi Ukeje, MD / Carol Nicole DeWalt, MD
Michelle Henry, MD / Evelyn Tintoc, MD
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Dear
Memorial Health Care Staff,
Thanks to each of you for keeping our community healthy by providing frontline services to patients needing your professional help and compassion. You are the best!
Dr. John Andrawis and his family would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Providing the very best and latest in Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery at Torrance Memorial
Our heartfelt thank you to the physicians and the entire staff of Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
Wishing you all a joyful and healthy new year.
Dr. Gene and Karen Naftulin
We are so proud and extremely grateful to all the Torrance Memorial care providers and compassionate employees who are seeing us through these challenging times. We are thankful for your commitment to caring for our community.
Wishing all of you a joyous holiday season!
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Season’s Greetings and best wishes for another successful Holiday Festival. Thanks to all who grace the season year after year with this wonderful community event.
Joan Caras and Family
Jonathan H. Dunn, C.P.A.
1527 Cravens Ave. • Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 618-8545 • Fax: (310) 212-3202 E-mail: jon@dunnandassociates.com
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Our lives are defined in many ways, some which reflect the level of our accomplishments. But for those with a deeper interest, few qualities endure longer than the expression of our love—whether it’s aimed toward our family, our community or the thousands of lives we help transform along the way. Your support and contributions, of any amount, help expert community care thrive for years to come.
Learn more about starting your own legacy at TMLegacy.org
Cathy and Alan Siegel want to thank all the Novas and Luminaries for their generous support of Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
One of the greatest joys of the season is the opportunity to say THANK YOU to the emergency response and frontline workers for all you do to keep us safe.
o the entire staff at Torrance Memorial, sincere thanks for your courage, kindness and compassion.
our willingness to go above and beyond is truly an inspiration.
Happiest of Holidays to the Torrance Memorial Family and to the Community it serves.
Wishing you all the best for the year ahead…
May it be filled with peace, progress, health, and happiness.
Greg and Jackie Geiger
There is no experience more valuable than the act of coming together to do well for ourselves and do good for the community. The Torrance Memorial Young Physicians and Professionals Alliance (YPPA) is designed to bring members together to build personal and professional networking relationships, while increasing awareness and support for Torrance Memorial. Your support and contributions, of any amount, help expert community care thrive for years to come.
Learn more about starting your own legacy at TMYPPA.org
Sit ‘n Sleep is proud to support the incredible doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers at Torrance Memorial. From our entire Sit ‘n Sleep family to the entire Torrance Memorial family, happy holidays.
