The class of 2013 of the Yorba Linda chapter of National Charity League is hosting the 17th annual Fashion Show, Luncheon, and Auction: “California Girls…Dreamin’ of a Cure” for the benefit of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  The Fashion Show will take place on Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Disneyland Hotel and will include a silent auction, opportunity drawings, surprise packages and a grand-prize drawing.  The public is welcome and is encouraged to attend. Tickets are $75 which includes parking, and must be purchased prior to the event.

National Charity League, Inc (NCL) is a non-profit national organization of mothers and daughters dedicated to serving their communities and fostering the mother-daughter relationship.  The mothers and daughters participate in a six-year program (grades seven through twelve), working together as they assist various local philanthropies, participate in educational and leadership activities, and attend a variety of cultural events.  The Yorba Linda chapter (the Chapter) was founded in 1990 and consists of Yorba Linda residents and students attending schools in the Placentia-Yorba Linda School District.

Each year, the mothers and daughters from the Chapter’s junior class host a fashion show and fundraiser to benefit one of the many philanthropies with which the Chapter works.  This year, the class has chosen the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) as the beneficiary in hopes of making a difference in the lives of those afflicted by this life-threatening disease.  CFF is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis.  A nonprofit, donor-supported organization, CFF does not receive any federal funding for its work.  The Foundation’s focus is to support the development of new drugs, improve the quality of life for those with CF, and ultimately to find a cure.

NCL’s fashion show will be produced by James Campbell Productions, a top-tier, Los Angeles-based fashion show production company.  The models will be the 23 girls of the NCL Class of 2013, all juniors at local high schools including Yorba Linda High School, El Dorado High School, Esperanza High School, Lutheran High School of Orange County, Rosary High School, Santa Margarita Catholic High School, and Whittier Christian High School.

NCL has sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals interested in supporting this event.  For information about event tickets, sponsorships, or to donate items for the silent auction and opportunity drawings, please contact Cherry Kiely at caligirls2013forcff@yahoo.com.   Anyone wishing to find out more about the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation should visit the CFF website at www.cff.org.

Media Contact:   Susan Barrett 714-777-3148 barrettfam5@att.net

CHOC-LITTLEST ANGEL GUILD’S 34^TH ANNUAL HOME TOUR AND GIFT FAIRE

The Littlest Angel Guild of CHOC invites you to its 34^th Home Tour and Gift Faire:  Gift Faire Pre-view Event – 10/20 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Gift Faire – 10/21 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Home Tour – 10/21 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Proceeds to benefit CHOC Children’s Hospital of Orange County.

Since 1965, the Littlest Angel Guild, a multi-generational group of volunteers, has raised awareness and monetary support for programs and services at CHOC Children’s, CHOC at Mission and the CHOC Clinics throughout Orange County.

Tickets are $40 pre-sale and $45 the day of the event.  Free Admission to Gift Faire. Tickets are available after September 1:  in Anaheim Hills – Zae’s Women’s Boutique;  in Brea – Mandel Jewelers; in Fullerton – Mums the Word…a Florist;  in Placentia –  and in Yorba Linda – Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce, Gifts from the Heart and David Hayman Jewellers.

Three unique and beautiful homes in Yorba Linda, Anaheim Hills and Placentia are showcased this year.  Each home reflects a different Orange County lifestyle.  One of the homes has been the center of a rumor for many years.  This ultra-modern 19,500 square foot home built at the highest point in Yorba Linda was believed to have been built for Arnold Schwarzenegger.  That rumor is false, but the view from this stunning home is spectacular.

Exquisite  floral arrangements designed by Mums the Word… A Florist, The Garden Gate and Sherry’s Party Affair will be featured.  Designer table settings by Villeroy and Boch and Crate and Barrel will also be a highlight.

This year’s Gift Faire at the Yorba Linda Community Center (4501 Casa Loma, Yorba Linda, CA) promises to entice our guests with unique and creative gift items.  A special Pre-view event is planned for 10/20 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Our guests will also enjoy a light refreshment from popular North Orange County Caterer – Sally Ann’s Catering  (served from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, 10/21 only – included in ticket price).

For additional information, call (714) 970-2003 or www.littlestangelguild.org.  Tickets available at CHOC.org and the above mentioned locations.

The Littlest Angel Guild/CHOC  have joined forces with community partner, Java Joe’s, and the comedy group – The Funniest Housewives of Orange County for its Second Annual Comedy Night to raise awareness and monetary support for CHOC Children’s.

By participating in this event, you are supporting a special place for children in Orange County to receive medical care regardless of their family’s ability to pay.  CHOC Children’s Hospital is one of only 44 free-standing children’s hospitals in the United States.  It may be one of the youngest free-standing children’s hospitals in the nation, but CHOC performs on par with children’s hospitals that have been around for a century, and in the last decade, has become the fastest growing children’s hospitals in California.  U.S. News recently ranked CHOC Children’s as No. 28 in Pediatric Cancer Care.

The community is invited to join Guild members and friends for a night that promises to be both full of laughter, camaraderie and support for CHOC.  Featured at this year’s event will be Cindy Burns – Anti-aging Housewife, Karen Rontowski – Hippie Housewife and Stephanie Blum – Lazy Housewife.  Host:  Scott Stewart from “What’s Up Orange County”.

Join us at Java Joe’s (4975 Yorba Ranch Road, Yorba Linda, CA) on Thursday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m.  For reservations, contact:  Karen Allen at (949) 981-0743 or contactus@littlestangelguild.org.  Tickets are $50/person (includes one drink and light refreshment).  Seating is limited.

Yorba Linda’s Concerts in the Park are held at Hurless Barton Park, located at 4601 Casa Loma Avenue on 4 consecutive Sundays 5:30-7:00 p.m. Bring a picnic and join in a relaxing evening in the park.

2011 Schedule  as follows:

July 17 Southland Band (Classic Rock)

July 24 The Doo Wah Riders (Country)