Ortiz named director of growth for Alzheimer’s affiliation
The Alzheimer’s Association has named Karen Ortiz as director of growth for the California Central Coast Chapter.
Ortiz, a resident of the Santa Ynez Valley, is a third-generation Santa Barbara native with over 30 years of growth expertise as a volunteer, board member and employees member serving nonprofits and the banking business throughout the Central Coast.
Her former place with the Lompoc Valley Medical Center led to the creation of an outreach program, along with the collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association to assist help the middle’s household caregiver help community.
During the pandemic, Ortiz stepped right into a volunteer function for the Alzheimer’s Association as an authorized dementia educator to ship free digital packages to native households affected by the illness.
Ortiz mentioned that involvement in these numerous packages opened her eyes to the world of dementia, as did being a caregiver for her mom, who was within the early phases of dementia.
Her mom handed away in May of 2022.
“I am so fortunate to be able to join the Alzheimer’s Association in this very special role, so that I can help and honor more people that need our services,” Ortiz mentioned. “Every day, my mother will be my brightest light of inspiration.”
To learn about upcoming Alzheimer’s Walks in the region, visit alz.org/walk or email Karen at kdortiz@alz.org.
Lompoc Concert Association to host classic guitarists the Park Brothers
The Lompoc Concert Association‘s 75th anniversary season continues with an performance by classic guitarists the Park Brothers, on Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Additionally, local teen Melody Hilario, 2022 Santa Barbara County Teen Star winner, will open the concert with a voice number.
The event will take place at First United Methodist Church, 925 N. F St., Lompoc.
California natives Alex and Wesley Park studied as a duo under the tutelage of one of the world’s preeminent masters of the classical guitar, Christopher Parkening, according to a concert spokeswoman.
The Park’s have performed for audiences on the East Coast, Canada and Europe.
Tickets are $25 for adults, $5 for students and $15 for active military, and can be purchased at the door.
Doors open a 6:45 p.m.
For more information, contact the association at 805-588-5971 or email lompocconcertinfo@gmail.com
Craft House at Corque hosting magic show supper club
Craft House at Corque in Solvang is hosting a magic show supper club on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 and 13, with the latter being a family-friendly show.
Magician Derek McKee, who served as the magic talent scout for three seasons of NBC’s hit show America’s Got Talent, will present his ground breaking performance exclusively in the intimate setting of the Craft House at Corque theater, located at 420 Alisal Rd.
A set of Saturday shows are available at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and reserved for adults 18 years and older.
Tickets are $70 and up. Cost also includes a unique chef-designed three-course meal and passed champagne upon entry.
The Sunday 1 p.m. family-friendly version is an all-age event which includes pre-show snacks. Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for children 12 years and younger.
McKee has created magic tricks for various shows on the Las Vegas Strip and international tours, and has produced theater for Off-Broadway, and launched his own playing card brand “Pure Imagination Projects.”
For tickets and extra data, go to www.facebook.com/events/411710487776355/?ref=newsfeed
Free sizzling breakfast served at St. Mark’s
The group is invited to take pleasure in a free sizzling breakfast on the newly renovated Santa Ynez Valley Community Kitchen every Saturday at 8 a.m.
The meal, which is offered to everybody at no cost, contains cold and hot, gluten-free, and vegan choices.
Kitchen Director Amy Derryberry defined that the “Valley Breakfast” is an initiative to handle meals insecurity locally. The kitchen additionally helps help micro-businesses and supplies a no-fee house for nonprofit and community-based teams.
Reverend Dr. Randall Day, St. Mark’s Priest and Rector, mentioned the hope is to “not solely feed the group however construct the group and convey individuals collectively.”
“We see ourselves as a part of the broader group and assist meet its wants via a wide range of choices, together with the Valley Breakfast,” he added.
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