Hartnell College District 3 Trustee Candidate Kari Valdés to Hold Virtual Fundraiser on Sept. 30

 Sip. Savor. Support. Featured Guests: Wine Maker Denis Hoey of Odonata Wines, and Ellie Almond of Zio Brand 

Salinas, CA, September 30, 2020 — Kari Valdés, who is running for Trustee of Hartnell College District 3, will hold a Virtual video conferencing fundraiser Sept. 30, complete with wine, cheese and meats and a guided flavor tours by the winemaker and owner of the meat company. 

The event will be held from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, Virtually, with a goal of 50 tickets sold. Cost is a $99 donation, which includes time with Valdés and her guests Denis Hoey of Odonata Wines, and Ellie Almond of Zio Brand.

 In addition, ticket purchasers will receive two bottles of wine from Odonata Wines (Odonata Stainless Steel Chardonnay and Odonata Sangiovese), salami from Zio Brand Meats & Sausages, and cheese pairing.

 To buy tickets to the fundraiser, go to https://secure.anedot.com/valdes-for-hartnell-trustee-3-2020/sip-savor-support-valdes-9-30-2020-c9a09270c6aae65abbdb7. 

Package pickup will be arranged for the week of the event in Salinas. Delivery arrangements can also be made as needed.  Contact info@karivaldes.com, or call (831) 240-5521. For more information, go to karivaldes.com. 

Valdés will provide an overview of her campaign platform and entertain questions, as well as discussions on  economical impact of COVID, and wine industry impacts based on local grower regions and harvesting schedules. 

Valdés, who has served as Hartnell trustee for three years, and was elected board president by her peer board members, has a long history of active involvement in the partnership between Hartnell and the agriculture industry and is a strong proponent of increased access to education, and has a laser focus on student success through engagement and support. She is experienced in what Hartnell needs today: selecting a permanent President/Superintendent, overseeing fiscal management, contract negotiations, and supporting the growth and expansion of programs and centers. 

Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

https://karivaldes.com/

Kiki Wow Presents...Kindness Monterey Campaign Second Stream of Live Care-A-Thon Online Concerts on Sunday, October 25th at 6-7pm, On Facebook & Youtube

Campaign Helps Restaurants and Those In Need Due to COVID-19 and the Fire Emergencies 

Monterey, CA, September 29, 2020 — Kindness Monterey, a campaign initiated to help individuals in need and restaurants that have been challenged as the result of the coronavirus and fire emergencies, will present its second online Care-A-Thon live concerts on Sunday, October 25 from 6-7pm on Kindness Monterey Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG661XSU4En6yb0ULDJ57_g 

The first online Care-A-Thon concert produced by musician and promoter Kiki Wow successfully raised $5,000 and funds were immediately used to purchase gift cards for fire evacuees. Due to an overwhelming need  a second fundraiser will be held from 6-7 p.m. Sunday, October 25, 2020. The concert will feature local musicians, short video interviews with local restaurant owners, and a call-out to donate to the gofundme campaign. The link to the concert will be available on the website after its initial streaming. 

Musicians confirmed include: Linda Arceo, Dave “Nomad” Miller, Reija Massey, Brad Wilson Trio, Kiki & The Wowettes, Dan & Laurel and the Latin Jazz Collective. 

The concert will be streamed on the Kindness Monterey Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG661XSU4En6yb0ULDJ57_g 

Kindness Monterey, which was launched on July 8, 2020, has expanded its campaign to include a gofundme page, new partners working to get sponsors and donations, and assistance to restaurants wanting to set up gift cards on their websites. 

Kindness Monterey is encouraging local restaurants to join their campaign. KM is making a concerted effort to reach out to all restaurants by in-person visits, email, mail, phone to have them sign on so that they can be listed on the website. Many restaurants that provide gift cards do not have the ability to order them online as a digital gift card, which makes it difficult for the person wanting to send a friend or co-worker a gift card, which is the message of the campaign — to buy a gift card and send it to someone who needs a lift. Sign up at:  http://www.kindnessmonterey.com/sign-up and read about the benefits of being on the kindnessmonterey  website and offering digital cards. 

We are excited to announce a partnership with SeeFood. Roberto Guerrero, founder, has created a mobile website that helps the customer see pictures of food on a menu, instead of just reading about it, showcasing both menus and unique dishes. See food before ordering! Like Kindness Monterey, SeeFood's goal is helping restaurants get more business to survive and one day thrive again during these uncertain times. 

Roberto has spent the last few months visiting many  of the restaurants, interviewing and filming owners to produce 1 to 2-minute videos highlighting their restaurants and allowing them to post to social media or websites. 

SeeFood has partnered with nearly all restaurants in downtown Salinas, some in downtown Monterey and a few on the Wharf, and is now assisting Kindness Monterey in signing up those restaurants on the Peninsula that do not have digital gift card capacity. Roberto has agreed to list participants on his app as well as produce a 2 minute video at no cost to the restaurant owner. Click here to see an example of a video produced for Michael's Grill and Taqueria in downtown Salinas! 

If you are interested in signing up or even if you already have in-house gift card capability, it is important that you are able to offer cards online. We want to support you and our community! For more information please call/contact Roberto Guerrero 831-682-4586, or Annee Martin 831-236-5618. 

Get Virtual (link) 

Now that the students are back in school Kindness Monterey hopes to start soon 

with a CSUMB initiative called GetVirtual.org. GetVirtual gives local businesses affected by COVID-19 the tools to adapt to the virtual landscape and extend their businesses online. Their program pairs local businesses such as restaurants, who need help with online tools like gift cards, with college students who are tech-savvy and want business experience. It's a win-win. Restaurants get help for free and the students get college credit. Kindness Monterey hopes to work with GetVirtual Students to help restaurants develop on line ordering, updating websites and offering digital gift cards 

Collaboration with All-In- Monterey

Kindness Monterey  collaborated with All-in-Monterey a wonderful grass roots organization  who hosts a drive every Wednesday at Seaside High School for hospitality workers who've lost jobs or had hours significantly reduced as well as  fire evacuees. Kindness Monterey  distributed  over 150 gift cards in the past month. Kindness Monterey  plans to work with All- in- Monterey this fall  to do a Holiday drive to raise funds to   offer families in need  a delicious, bountiful holiday dinner from local restaurants. More information to follow. 

Kindness Monterey has teamed up with The American Institute of Wine & Food (AIWF), Monterey Bay Chapter (https://www.aiwfmb.org/ ), which has agreed to be the campaign’s 501(c)3 non-profit fiscal sponsor. Kindness Monterey can now accept donations of $250 or more from corporate sponsors or individuals through their fiscal sponsor — AIWF-Monterey Bay Chapter, and those donating at that level or higher will then be able to get a tax write off. Chef/caterer and cookbook author Mary Chamberlin, Emeritus Chapter Chair/National Vice Chair of AIWF – Monterey Bay Chapter, was instrumental in making this happen. 

Kindness Monterey has also set up a GoFundMe page at: https://www.Gofundme.com/manage/kindness-monterey . You can also access the page with the “Donate” button on the Kindness Monterey website (kindnessmonterey.com http://kindnessmonterey.com/ ) or Facebook page (facebook.com/kindnessmonterey http://facebook.com/kindnessmonterey ). 

The GoFundMe page was set up primarily for individuals to give smaller donations to help fund the campaign as well as for Kindness Monterey to buy gift cards for the hospitality workers affected by loss of job or hours. It will enable the Kindness Monterey team to spread the word about this important program that benefits so many local community members through print advertising and social media. The advertising will urge everyone in the community to go to the KindnessMonterey.com  website https://www.kindnessmonterey.com/  and purchase restaurant gift cards. Please note that any donation under $250 is not tax-deductible. 

For individuals or businesses who do not have a specific person in mind and would still like to make a donation to the Kindness Monterey program, these GoFundMe funds will be used to purchase gift cards for the Food Bank For Monterey County, The Hospitality workers  and other worthy local community members in need. 

Kindness Monterey has also teamed up with marketing and PR professional, Wendy Brickman (https://www.brickmanmarketing.com ), who will reach out to local businesses and individuals to secure sponsorships to help fund the campaign. The campaign needs the support to be able to continue and every donation makes it possible to bring the community together to support our restaurants. 

Sponsorships will allow Kindness Monterey to accomplish five important goals: 

1. Fund its campaign enabling Kindness Monterey to do widespread marketing through social media, print advertising, Constant Contact and various Chamber of Commerce email blasts. 

2. Allow Kindness Monterey to buy restaurant gift cards and distribute them to organizations such as the Food Bank For Monterey County, Chambers of Commerce, small business owners whose companies are being challenged by COVID-19, fire victims, firefighters, first responders, musicians, displaced hospitality workers, including those working in the restaurants, field workers, etc. 

3. Provide matching funds to offer 2-for-1 deals to generate additional sales for gift card promotions. 

4. Allow Kindness Monterey to donate six grab-and-go weekend meals to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey County for every $1,000 raised through sponsorships and GoFundMe.  

5. Fund the two online Care-A-Thon concerts as well as other fundraising events.

The Kindness Monterey campaign was created by local businesswomen Annee Martin and Maren Elwood, and the website, http://www.kindnessmonterey.com  was launched on July 8, 2020. 

The pay-it-forward gift card campaign to help Monterey Peninsula restaurants encourages generosity from the community by purchasing these gift cards to give to family, friends, neighbors, musicians, service providers, small business owners, field workers, frontline medical personnel and first responders. Martin believes that not only are you helping restaurants stay alive and letting them know they are loved and supported by their community, but by paying it forward, you are lifting the spirits and hopes of our entire community. 

Kindness Monterey will continue to provide as long as there is a need in our community. For more information, go to: info@kindnessmonterey.com  , like Kindness Monterey on its Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/kindnessmonterey , or call Annee Martin at 831-236-5618 or Kiki Wow at 831-235-7662. Or, go to the website at: kindnessmonterey.com . 

Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

http://www.kindnessmonterey.com/

Gil Basketball Academy continues podcast series ‘Ganas — Leading from the Heart’ with new guests Podcast Available on Apple

 Interviewing the city of Salinas’ most dynamic soccer player and a doctor on the front lines of immigrant healthcare in Los Angeles, Gil Basketball Academy offers two exciting new “Ganas — Leading from the Heart” podcasts for October. 

Salinas, CA, September 28, 2020 — Interviewing the city of Salinas’ most dynamic soccer player and a doctor on the front lines of immigrant healthcare in Los Angeles, Gil Basketball Academy offers two exciting new “Ganas — Leading from the Heart” podcasts for October. 

Designed to inspire today’s youth through unique views and perspectives on life, “Ganas” (which translates to “desire”) is recorded live from the family garage of Jose Gil and Eva Silva, co-founders of the academy that promotes the sport of basketball in East Salinas through camps, clinics, individual sessions and elite travel teams. But more than that, GBA builds confidence and character in a membership that exceeds 450 local kids ages 4 to 17. 

The “Ganas” podcast officially launched on Sept. 14, with past episodes available on Apple, or through the GBA website at http://www.gilbasketballacademy.com. 

On Oct. 5, Episode 4 features professional soccer player David Estrada, who made his mark at Alisal High School before playing at UCLA and eventually the professional ranks of the MLS. Born in Michoacan, Mexico, Estrada was raised in Salinas. Drafted in 2010 by the Seattle Sounders of the MLS, Estrada excelled both on the field and off, winning Humanitarian of the Year while playing with New Mexico United in 2019. 

On Oct. 19, “Ganas” welcomes Dr. Gloria Sanchez, the daughter of a Mexican migrant laborer who now works toward breaking the cultural divide in medicine at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. A member of UCLA’s Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture, Sanchez published a study revealing that while the Latino population has increased dramatically in the United States, the number of Latino physicians in relation to that population has declined. Her goal is to help improve that ratio as a key step to improving overall care. 

 The idea for a podcast grew from Gil’s growing frustration in not being able to completely connect with and inspire his GBA kids during the pandemic. 

“You have to think outside the box,” said the longtime coach and athletic director at Alisal High School. “I was used to having hundreds of kids together at one time, and now I have to figure out new ways to have an impact.” 

While the couple have little experience in media (and none in podcasting), they invested in the technology needed to turn the family garage into a functioning studio. 

“Ganas” podcasts (including video with guests appearing via Zoom) span 30 to 45 minutes, and include topics such as sports, health, fitness, leadership, community and more.

 Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

https://www.gilbasketballacademy.com/

Key for a Cure Foundation Joins With the Fourth Annual Chasing Dreams and Finding Cures for Tri Tip Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital to Help Find Cure for Pediatric Cancer

Monterey County-based Key for a Cure Foundation is joining with Chasing Dreams and Finding Cures, to host a tri tip barbecue takeout fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, on Nov. 7, 2020, to help find a cure for childhood cancers. 

Carmel, CA, September 28, 2020 — Monterey County-based Key for a Cure Foundation is joining with Chasing Dreams and Finding Cures, to host a tri tip barbecue takeout fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, on Nov. 7, 2020, to help find a cure for childhood cancers. 

The tri tip barbecue for takeout dining and curbside pickup includes beans and salad, for $65 for four people or $35 for two people and will be prepared by licensed caterer Cinni O'Conner. Barbecue orders can be picked up curbside from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, at Salinas Valley Fairgrounds, 625 Division St., in King City. Deadline for ordering is Oct. 30. 

To order https://chasingbarreldreams_tritipdinner.eventbrite.com .  

For more information or to become an event sponsor, call (831) 524-0324 or email jewelofthecounty@icloud.com, or go to https://www.facebook.com/Chasing-Dreams-Finding-Cures-A-St-Jude-Fundraiser-233953423808184/ . 

Each year about 13,500 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States, but less than 4% of the National Cancer Institute's budget is dedicated to childhood cancer research, 

The primary focus of the Monterey County-based Key for a Cure Foundation, which was founded in 2015, is to advocate and raise funds for pediatric cancer research initiatives that lead to less toxic forms of cancer treatment and a cure for cancer. 

Pediatric cancer research can save lives and innovative treatments can significantly improve the quality of life for survivors. 

About Key For A Cure Foundation

Key for a Cure Foundation was formed in 2015 to support pediatric cancer research. The mission of the foundation is to raise funds to directly support innovative pediatric cancer research that will lead to more effective treatments for children with cancer. 

Key for a Cure Foundation is committed to fighting pediatric cancer.  The foundation is currently working to raise funds for T cell based Immunotherapy research being conducted at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  The foundation raised $700,000.00 in the first year after the non-profit was established and donated the funds to this innovative research protocol. 

Key for a Cure is operated by volunteers. Our board is dedicated to making a significant difference with a commitment that all funds raised by Key for a Cure go directly into supporting our mission. 

Key for a Cure also has a low operating expense of 4%, we do not spend donated money on flights, hotel stays, bonuses, and dinners for board members. This enable us to qualify for grants that are specific to non-profits with low operating expenses. 

The Key for a Cure board requires 100% financial participation and every board member purchases tickets to our events because we too are financially invested in finding a cure for cancer. 

Key For A Cure Foundation

Raising Funds for Pediatric Cancer Research to Save Lives

820 Park Row #588

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 206-1357

info@keyforacure.org

 Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

http://www.keyforacure.org

 

Everyone’s Harvest to Fill Key position in support of its Mission to increase access to Fresh food

 Founded in 2002 by an idealistic California State Monterey Bay student, Everyone’s Harvest has grown into a robust, values-driven nonprofit that provides the community with easy and affordable access to fruits and vegetables. 

Marina, CA, September 25, 2020 - Founded in 2002 by an idealistic California State Monterey Bay student, Everyone’s Harvest has grown into a robust, values-driven nonprofit that provides the community with easy and affordable access to fruits and vegetables.

 Everyone’s Harvest continues to move forward in its mission, and has a job opening for a key new member of its growing team. The Assistant Office and Program Manager is the key management assistant for EH administrative work supporting its five Certified Farmers’ Markets, Community Food Programs, and fundraising work. 

This person will assist the executive director to lead, manage, and hold accountable market and program staff to ensure programs and farmers’ markets achieve mission impact. The position also ensures that office operations run smoothly and successfully including grant and program reporting oversight, accounting and bookkeeping, and paying bills and invoicing. At times the AOM will directly support programs and farmers’ market activities. 

Hours for this full time position will vary depending on business/seasonal needs, but generally it’s 30-40 hours per week. 

Some of the required qualifications include: 

·        Responsible, reliable and detail-oriented.

·        Excellent organizational skills.

·        Proficiency in the use of computers for: word processing, simple accounting, databases, spreadsheets, e-mail and the internet.

·        Excellent communication skills and experience working with diverse populations.

·        Outgoing, positive professional customer-service skills.

·        Knowledge of and passion for farmers’ markets, sustainable food systems, food justice, and the assets and needs of the communities served by EH. 

Those with experience in nonprofit finances, bookkeeping and accounting, knowledge of nonprofit management, university degrees in a related field and bilingual candidates will be given careful consideration.

 Candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to info@everyonesharvest.org. 

Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

http://www.everyonesharvest.org

 

Montrio Bistro Launches Locals Night Discounts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays Through Oct. 31

 Just show a local Monterey County ID to receive your 25% Local’s Night discount. The discount is available on the whole menu. This special promotion runs through Oct. 31. 

Monterey, CA, September 24, 2020 — Monterey’s popular Montrio Bistro is launching Montrio Local’s Night every Tuesday and Wednesday night starting Sept. 22, 2020, with a 25% discount on food and $11 specially themed cocktails, all on its 40-seat outdoor patio.

 

Just show a local Monterey County ID to receive your 25% Local’s Night discount. The discount is available on the whole menu. This special promotion runs through Oct. 31. 

Special themed cocktails by award-winning spiritsmith Anthony Vitacca, who has been creating cocktails for 17 years at Montrio, are specially priced on Montrio Locals Night. 

Montrio, located at 414 Calle Principal, in Monterey, is open daily from 4:30-9 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 4:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and takeout, 5-9 p.m. For reservations, call (831) 648-8880. 

Montrio Bistro is at 414 Calle Principal, in Monterey. For more information and the full menu, go to www.montrio.com or call (831) 648-8880. 

About Montrio Bistro

Housed in the historic city’s first firehouse built in 1910, we opened our doors in 1995. Through the years we’ve gone on to win numerous national and regional awards for excellence (from the likes of Wine Spectator, Esquire, Wine Enthusiast and the American Culinary Federation). Most notably Montrio has been voted “Best Restaurant in Monterey County” for 10 years and designated a Sustainable Seafood Watch Ambassador.

 

Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

https://www.montrio.com/menu/

Cinnamon Shore for the Holidays: Your Holiday Home Away from Home Awaits

 The Texas Coast’s popular, resort-style village helps families make memorable celebrations.

Port Aransas, Texas, September 22, 2020 - Holidays typically draw families home, but this year, many are looking to gather for celebrations elsewhere. After all, everyone has spent a lot of time at home in the pandemic era.

Now vacationers are choosing road trips to the Texas Coast—and to Cinnamon Shore. “We’re breaking records for fall bookings, but we still have availability for Thanksgiving week and into the Christmas season,” says Jeff Lamkin, developer of this New Urban development in Port Aransas, Texas.

Unconstrained by a school calendar or expectations to come to an office, families have freedom to learn and work from anywhere. People are seeking to be together in a place that feels special, but also private, safe, and secure—with wide open spaces and plenty of fresh air. That’s what Cinnamon Shore offers.

“With all the challenges and changes that 2020 has brought, it’s a great year to try something different around the holidays and to celebrate in a place where all you have to do is relax,” says Celeste Edwards, general manager of Cinnamon Shore Vacation Rentals. Those who book between Thanksgiving and New Year’s will appreciate all that this charming destination offers:

·       Large beach homes that can accommodate multiple families. Many Cinnamon Shore rentals boast two master suites, two living areas, multiple decks, designer kitchens, and plenty of seating for mealtimes.

·       Condos and cottages with master suites and bunks rooms. Smaller scale rentals also offer everything families need. And one-bedroom condos welcome couples or solo guests.

·       A fitness center overlooking the Dune Pool. Keep moving during holiday getaways with Peloton bikes, treadmills, and more. Our workout center keeps safety top of mind with limited capacity and stringent cleaning standards.

·       On-site restaurants. Guests can enjoy popular newcomers at Cinnamon Shore―Dylan’s Coal Oven Pizzeria and Coffee Waves, along with long-time favorite Lisabella’s Bistro.

·       Village retail. The Bottle Shoppe liquor store opened in 2020, along with The Market, which offers sundries, produce, cheeses, and Cinnamon Shore merchandise.

·       Easy beach access. Dune crossovers make it easy for guests of all ages to get to the beach via a stroll or golf cart ride.

·       Quiet season charms. The less-crowded beach is just as beautiful in cooler weather. 

Cinnamon Shore has grown into a full-fledged resort-style village with luxury accommodations, and its nearby expansion, Cinnamon Shore South, offers more beachside rentals with designer selections and style.

Special Dates During The Holidays

At Thanksgiving, get turkey and all the fixings on site at Dylan’s Coal Oven Pizzeria, offering a $45-per-person meal that includes sliced turkey, stuffing, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean almandine, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Order by Monday, Nov. 18; call 361.416-1844. For those who prefer to do it all themselves, Cinnamon Shore rentals have fully equipped kitchens. The Market at Cinnamon Shore will have beer and wine available for purchase.

The Christmas season kicks off at Cinnamon Shore with a visit from Santa and his reindeer on Sat., Nov. 28, when families can take photos in the Town Center. Port Aransas hosts its Golf Cart Parade and Lighted Boat Parade on Sat., Dec. 5—another great time to book at Cinnamon Shore.

The week between Christmas and New Year’s is a quiet season favorite, and on New Year’s Eve, chef-run Lisabella’s Bistro will offer a prix fixe menu.

As days cool, guests can enjoy Cinnamon Shore’s heated Stillwater Pool or bundle up for beach walks. Many rentals have fireplaces for cozy holiday nights.

“We hope many guests make spending time at the beach a new holiday tradition,” says Edwards.

Check vacation rental availability at cinnamonshore.com.

About Cinnamon Shore

Cinnamon Shore is a pedestrian-friendly planned community nestled behind the protective dunes on Mustang Island along the Texas Gulf Coast. It is the first new urbanism development for Sea Oats Group, which is fulfilling its vision of a traditional seaside village with a wide array of amenities and recreational facilities intertwined with beach cottages, luxury villas and vibrant town centers. Now comprised of two communities – the original, Cinnamon Shore North, and its new, 150-acre, Gulf-side expansion, Cinnamon Shore South – every detail of the master plan for both is designed to embrace the natural ambience of Mustang Island and the slow-paced charm of a walkable neighborhood. For more information, visit http://www.CinnamonShore.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (@CinnamonShore). 

About Sea Oats Group

Port Aransas-based Sea Oats Group is one of the most successful developers of coastal properties in any market nationwide, including the Texas Gulf Coast, where the value of its beachfront portfolio is unequalled. The firm is dedicated to creating traditional neighborhood developments that provide residents with the highest possible quality of life, while preserving the integrity of the resort landscapes they occupy. By combining living spaces with retail areas in a walkable, connected plan, Sea Oats Group weaves together beautiful places to live, work and play. For more information, visit www.SeaOatsGroup.com.

Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

https://www.cinnamonshore.com/

Doris Day Animal Foundation Provides $10,000 Grant to Max’s Helping Paws for Veterinary Care Assistance

 Doris Day Animal Foundation Provides $10,000 Grant to Max’s Helping Paws for Veterinary Care Assistance 

The Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF, www.DorisDayAnimalFoundation.org), a national nonprofit organization founded by the legendary actress, singer and animal welfare advocate, has provided a $10,000 grant to Max’s Helping Paws Foundation of Carmel. 

Carmel, CA, September 21, 2020 — The Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF, www.DorisDayAnimalFoundation.org), a national nonprofit organization founded by the legendary actress, singer and animal welfare advocate, has provided a $10,000 grant to Max’s Helping Paws Foundation of Carmel.  

“When we learned about Max’s Helping Paws and its work helping fund veterinary expenses for senior pets in Monterey County, we knew we wanted to help,” said CEO T. Robert Bashara DVM. “This DDAF grant was specifically given to organizations potentially impacted financially by devastating wildfires. So we’re proud to be able to support Max’s Helping Paws and the good work they’re doing.” 

Max’s Helping Paws co-founder Dyana Klein was overjoyed upon hearing the news. “This grant will help us in so many ways toward our mission of helping local families fund necessary treatment for pets in crisis,” she said. “We’re so grateful to have the support of, and recognition from such an exemplary and inspiring animal welfare organization.” What began in 2016 as a way for Klein toemic. Max's Helping Paws has assisted hundreds of Monterey County pet owners by approving nearly $300,000 in veterinary care. 

For more information, to volunteer or to donate to the cause, visit www.maxshelpingpaws.org. 

About the Doris Day Animal Foundation

Doris Day Animal Foundation (DDAF), www.dorisdayanimalfoundation.org, is a national, 501©(3) nonprofit charity founded by legendary performer Doris Day in 1978, with the straightforward mission to help animals and the people who love them. As a grant-giving organization, DDAF funds other nonprofit causes across the country that directly rescue, care for and protect animals. DDAF’s ongoing project funding includes World Spay Day (founded by Doris Day and the Doris Day Animal League in 1995), Duffy Day Life Saving Program, Doris Day Equine Center, Doris Day/Terry Melcher Scholarships at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine, “Seniors for Seniors” programs and many more.

 

Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

http://www.maxshelpingpaws.org

 

 

 

 

Coastal Property Buyers to Find ‘Great Opportunity’ at ‘Next Phase’ Event Columbus Day Weekend at Cinnamon Shore South

Cinnamon Shore Realty Hosts a Cottage Presale, Homesite Release, and Price Reveal on Oct. 10 

Port Aransas, Texas, September 21, 2020 — Eyeing the Texas Coast to find the perfect family-friendly community? Looking to invest in a drive-to, vacation destination with great design and resort amenities? Then now’s the time to buy into Cinnamon Shore South—the fast-rising expansion of the Cinnamon Shore development in Port Aransas. 

Cinnamon Shore Realty will host a one-time-only Cottage Presale, Homesite Release, and Price Reveal on Sat., Oct. 10, at 9 a.m. at the new community, offering great pricing for new Founding Neighbors. Cinnamon Shore South is located at 5800 TX-361, Port Aransas, 78373. 

Buyers who get in on the ground level at this event will have the: 

·        First opportunity to hear Next Phase pricing details, revealed exclusively at the event!

·        First pick of incredible home sites available in a brand-new, next phase section of South.

·        First look at: 

Charming cottages under construction by Waggoner Construction

·        7 2BR and 3BR  Lakeside Cottages ranging 900 to 1,275 square feet, named for tiny seashells

·        4 1BR Bridge Cottages at 880 SF, named for famous bridges 

Gorgeous beach homes on lake or park by Arbogast Custom Homes

·        5 3BR and 4BR lakeside beach homes ranging 1,650 to 2145 SF

·        3 parkside beach homes approximately 2,500 SF

·        1 poolside beach home approx. 2,300 SF 

35 incredible home sites available in a brand-new, next-phase section of South! 

Contracts can be written, finalized, and signed on site during the event. 

“We expect a flurry of paperwork to be completed that morning, so interested buyers should register early and be ready!” says Jodi Peters, broker at Cinnamon Shore Realty. “If people have watched Cinnamon Shore mature and seen its expansion at ‘South’ selling so quickly, they’ll realize what a great opportunity this weekend will be.” 

Great homes already under construction might be a match for some buyers. Others serious about owning a piece of the Texas coast will find home site prices too tempting to pass up. “We’re excited to see who joins the Founding Neighbors of this special coastal community,” Peters says. 

Record Sales at Cinnamon Shore 

At the original community, now known as Cinnamon Shore North, and at burgeoning Cinnamon Shore South, buyer interest has been high in 2020, with 65 transactions recorded for the year as of August 31, 2020. “Families fall in love with Cinnamon Shore, and they’re eager to find luxury vacation homes in driving distance of Austin, San Antonio, Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston,” Peters says. “We’ve sold all of our standing inventory at South, with just 10 sites left in our first phase, so there’s great anticipation about the 35 sites being released in this next phase.” 

With 150 Gulf-front acres and a thoughtful masterplan, Cinnamon Shore South is about three times as large as 63-acre Cinnamon Shore North, which was established in 2006. South broke ground in Fall 2018 and already has more than 25 homes completed or under construction. It centers around a 7-acre lake; a resort pool complex; and its own Town Center. “South offers more of what people love about the Cinnamon Shore lifestyle,” Peters says, “and the next phase will be spectacular.” 

How to Register & Weekend Agenda! 

To register for the event, visit Cinnamon Shore South under Real Estate at cinnamonshore.com. Or call 361-749-1851 or email jodi@cinnamonshore.com. 

Registered attendees can pick up property availability packets on Fri., Oct. 9, at the Cinnamon Shore Realty office during a happy hour event and stay for live music at Town Center. And on Sat., Oct. 10, from 5-7 p.m., those who have joined the Founding Neighbors are invited to a Celebration at South, with music, food and fun! It’s all part of a festive, three-day, Columbus Day weekend, with great real estate opportunities as the centerpiece. 

Images Attached

-Aerial photo of Cinnamon Shore South (lake, Gulf-front sites, etc.)

-Latest South Plat Map (PDF)

-South’s Resort Pool Rendering

-Rendering of “Next Phase” Cottage by Waggoner Construction

-Photo of South’s Dune Crossover to Beach 

About Cinnamon Shore

Cinnamon Shore is a pedestrian-friendly planned community nestled behind the protective dunes on Mustang Island along the Texas Gulf Coast. It is the first new urbanism development for Sea Oats Group, which is fulfilling its vision of a traditional seaside village with a wide array of amenities and recreational facilities intertwined with beach cottages, luxury villas and vibrant town centers. Now comprised of two communities – the original, Cinnamon Shore North, and its new, 150-acre, Gulf-side expansion, Cinnamon Shore South – every detail of the master plan for both is designed to embrace the natural ambience of Mustang Island and the slow-paced charm of a walkable neighborhood. For more information, visit http://www.CinnamonShore.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (@CinnamonShore). 

About Sea Oats Group

Port Aransas-based Sea Oats Group is one of the most successful developers of coastal properties in any market nationwide, including the Texas Gulf Coast, where the value of its beachfront portfolio is unequalled. The firm is dedicated to creating traditional neighborhood developments that provide residents with the highest possible quality of life, while preserving the integrity of the resort landscapes they occupy. By combining living spaces with retail areas in a walkable, connected plan, Sea Oats Group weaves together beautiful places to live, work and play. For more information, visit www.SeaOatsGroup.com. 

Contact:

Marci Bracco

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

831 747 7455

marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com

http://www.CinnamonShore.com

Monterey Symphony Balcony Sessions Continue; New Board President of The Symphony is Named

The Monterey Symphony continues its Balcony Sessions on Friday, September 18th with a duo featuring Genie Wie, violin and Adelle Akiko-Kearns, cello.

Carmel, CA, September 18, 2020 – The Monterey Symphony continues its Balcony Sessions on Friday, September 18th with a duo featuring Genie Wie, violin and Adelle Akiko-Kearns, cello. The two women, both members of the Symphony, have put together a delightful 30-minute program which can be streamed online. Sponsors and donors are invited to sit in in the outside tasting room at Manzoni Vineyards through a pre-arrangement with the Symphony. The music can also be heard from both the Scheid and Silvestri Tasting rooms, also located in the 7th and San Carlos quadrangle. 

The performance can be viewed here: https://vimeo.com/452722219 

 Artist bios:

 ADELLE-AKIKO KEARNS, cello

 Hailed by critics as an "impressive" cellist exhibiting "beautifully sensuous cello playing," Adelle-Akiko Kearns currently serves as the Assistant Principal cellist of the Monterey Symphony. The recipient of the prestigious Artists International Award, Adelle made her New York recital debut at Carnegie's Weill Hall in November of 2008. Since then she has appeared on the the world's most important stages including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, Suntory Hall, Davies Symphony Hall, and many others.

 In 2006 she gave the Japanese premiere of the Korngold Cello Concerto with the Tokyo Philharmonic, and was immediately engaged to return the following season to perform the Dvorak Concerto. Other previous solo appearances include concerto collaborations with the Santa Rosa Symphony, Cambrian Symphony, Auburn Symphony, Juilliard Conductors' Orchestra, the West Valley Symphony (Arizona), the San Francisco Conservatory of Music Orchestra, the Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra, and the Pacific Chamber Symphony.

 As a chamber musician Ms. Kearns has performed at the world's leading music festivals including the Saito Kinen, Aspen, Tanglewood, Yellow Barn and Spoleto Festivals. She has collaborated with members of the legendary Juilliard String Quartet as well as renowned musicians Zuill Bailey, Jorja Fleezanis, Axel Strauss, Ian Swensen, Paul Hersh, Jodi Levitz, Daisuke Suzuki, and the Da Capo Chamber Players. In 2003 she was the only cellist from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music chosen to play for the late Mstislav Rostropovich, and in addition she has undertaken masterclasses with some of the most revered cellists such as Bernard Greenhouse, Raphael Wallfisch, Paul Katz, David Finckel, Norman Fischer and Mark Kosower.

 Before returning to the Bay Area in 2011, Adelle served as the Assistant Principal Cello of the Louisiana Philharmonic and as a member of the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. In addition to her position with the Monterey Symphony, she also performs as Principal Cellist with the Santa Rosa and Merced Symphonies, Assistant Principal Cellist of Symphony Silicon Valley and the Music in the Mountains Festival, as a member of the Marin Symphony and as a substitute cellist with the San Francisco Symphony. Ms. Kearns holds degrees from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and the Juilliard School. Her principal teachers include Bonnie Hampton, Joel Krosnick, Sadao Harada, and Irene Sharp. A native of San Francisco, Adelle currently resides in San Jose, where she maintains an active teaching studio.

 EUGENIA WIE, violin

 A native of Chicago, Eugenia Wie made her radio debut on Chicago Public Radio at the age of nine. During her formative years, she was a recipient of a Nicolas Amati violin on generous loan from the Mary B. Galvin Foundation and Stradivarius Society. She has performed in solo and chamber music across North and South America, Asia and Europe and appeared at world renowned music festivals including Round Top Music Festival, where she also performed Chausson Poeme with the Texas Festival Orchestra, Val-de-Charante, Banff Music Center for the Arts, Kneisel Hall, Schleswig-Holstein, Duo Masterclasses at Lausanne, and the International Music Seminar at Prussia Cove. In 2000, she won the Frank Huntington Beebe Grant allowing her to continue her studies abroad to Cologne, Germany.

 Upon her return to the states, she has served on the violin and chamber music faculty of the Music Institute of Chicago where she also acted as Program Director of Chamber Music. She has performed on the Dame Myra Hess and Sunday Salon Series, NEIU's Mostly Music and Jewel Box Series, and Music in the Loft which was also broadcast live on WFMT radio. Before relocating to San Francisco in 2010, she previously was a member of Camerata Chicago, the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, and ProMusica Chamber Orchestra where she collaborated in a performance of Mendelssohn's Octet with Vadim Gluzman.

 In addition to her position with the Monterey Symphony, she's also a member of Santa Rosa Symphony, Symphony Silicon Valley, Monterey Symphony, and substitute violinist with San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Ballet, and Opera San Jose. An active freelancer and chamber musician, she is a member of Divisa Ensemble and guest artist with Music at the Mission in Fremont. She has also performed in the Broadway shows "Soft Power" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Ms. Wie holds degrees from Rice University and The New School's Mannes College of Music. Her principal teachers include Sergiu Luca, Daniel Phillips and Josef Gingold.

 New Board President:

 On July 1, 2020, the Symphony Board elected Bruce Lindsey to a one-year term as Board President. Lindsey is a Chicago native, a graduate of Chicago Public Schools, the University of Wisconsin, and the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law.  He was a US Army Infantry officer at Ft. Ord, and is retired as a Colonel in the US Army Reserve.  Bruce is a former Monterey County Deputy District Attorney and was a Board member of the Washington Union School District for 16 years.  He is retired from many years of bankruptcy and reorganization practice in Monterey County and the Bay Area, a State Bar Certified Bankruptcy Specialist, during which time he also was a lecturer and author on bankruptcy topics.  He is married to Elizabeth “Whiz” Lindsey, and they have three grown children, Ellen, Jim, and Chris.  He has been a Monterey Symphony subscriber since 1972 and a Board member since 2006.

 The full schedule can be found below and on the Monterey Symphony website. People interested in learning more about sponsoring can contact Nicola Reilly directly, nreilly@montereysymphony.org

 2020 Line Up:

September 18th – Genie Wie, violin and Adele Kearns, cello @ Hampton Court

Sponsored by Russ and Jo-Ann Hatch and Gary and Carolyn Bjorklund

October 16th – Sarah Lee, violin @ Hampton Court

October 23rd  - Saul Richmond-Rakerd, cello @ Hampton Court

November 20th - Isaac Pastor-Chernak, cello @ Winfield Gallery

Sponsored by: Beverly and Lyman Hamilton

December 18th - Alicia Mastromonaco, horn + singers + poetry @ MyMuseum

Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

http://www.montereysymphony.org

Max’s Helping Paws Foundation Recognized by Nonprofit Alliance of Monterey County At Annual Awards Ceremony as Outstanding Organization/Animal Welfare

While the Nonprofit Alliance of Monterey County (NAMC) will recognize the collective impact of the nonprofit sector at its 2020 awards celebration, seven local organizations will take home special honors. 

Monterey, CA, September 17, 2020 - While the Nonprofit Alliance of Monterey County (NAMC) will recognize the collective impact of the nonprofit sector at its 2020 awards celebration, seven local organizations will take home special honors.

The NAMC has announced that among the select winners this year is Max’s Helping Paws Foundation, awarded the honor of Outstanding Organization/Animal Welfare. 

The online event takes place from 8-9 a.m. on Sept. 25, and features the Perry Flicker Award Tribute to Rosemary Soto, Nonprofit Awards, Unsung Hero Tributes, special performances, video tributes, raffles and a red carpet gallery. 

About Max's Helping Paws Foundation

Max's Helping Paws Foundation (MHPF) was co-founded in 2016 by Dyana Klein and her husband and veterinary internist, Dr. Jonathan Fradkin, in memory of their pet, Maximillian. The foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit that supports all Monterey County veterinary practices to provide financial assistance to clients with pets in need of both critical short-term or longer-term care for chronic illness. Since it first started providing financial assistance in mid-2017, MHPF has granted nearly $300,000 to give hundreds of pets a second chance. MHFP is based in Monterey County and serves only Monterey County. Max’s Helping Paws Foundation (831) 704-6473 and info@maxshelpingpaws.org. 

About Non Profit Alliance of Monterey County:

The mission of the Nonprofit Alliance of Monterey County is to optimize the collective power of nonprofits for the benefit of  Monterey County communities. NAMC advocates for the nonprofit industry through education, convening, and acting as an information hub. Find out more at www.alliancemonterey.org.

 

Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

http://www.maxshelpingpaws.org

Key for a Cure Foundation Joins With The Fourth Annual Chasing Dreams and Finding Cures Barrel Racing Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital to Help Find Cure for Pediatric Cancer

Sponsorships are available for this event, which will be held at the Rava Equestrian Center at the Salinas Valley Fair, at 625 Division St., in King City.

Carmel, CA, September 14, 2020 — Monterey County-based Key for a Cure Foundation is joining with Chasing Dreams and Finding Cures, a barrel racing fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, on Nov. 7-8, 2020, to help find a cure for childhood cancers.

Sponsorships are available for this event, which will be held at the Rava Equestrian Center at the Salinas Valley Fair, at 625 Division St., in King City.

For more information or to become a sponsor, call (831) 524-0324 or email jewelofthecounty@icloud.com, or go to https://www.facebook.com/Chasing-Dreams-Finding-Cures-A-St-Jude-Fundraiser-233953423808184/.

Each year about 13,500 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States, but less than 4% of the National Cancer Institute's budget is dedicated to childhood cancer research,

The primary focus of the Monterey County-based Key for a Cure Foundation, which was founded in 2015, is to advocate and raise funds for pediatric cancer research initiatives that lead to less toxic forms of cancer treatment and a cure for cancer.

Pediatric cancer research can save lives and innovative treatments can significantly improve the quality of life for survivors.

About Key For A Cure Foundation
Key for a Cure Foundation was formed in 2015 to support pediatric cancer research. The mission of the foundation is to raise funds to directly support innovative pediatric cancer research that will lead to more effective treatments for children with cancer.

Key for a Cure Foundation is committed to fighting pediatric cancer. The foundation is currently working to raise funds for T cell based Immunotherapy research being conducted at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The foundation raised $250,000.00 in the first year after the non-profit was established and donated the funds to this innovative research protocol.

Key for a Cure is a operated by volunteers. Our board is dedicated to making a significant difference with a commitment that all funds raised by Key for a Cure go directly into supporting our mission.

Key for a Cure also has a low operating expense of 4%, we do not spend donated money on flights, hotel stays, bonuses, and dinners for board members. This enable us to qualify for grants that are specific to non-profits with low operating expenses.

The Key for a Cure board requires 100% financial participation and every board member purchases tickets to our events because we too are financially invested in finding a cure for cancer.

Key For A Cure Foundation
Raising Funds for Pediatric Cancer Research to Save Lives
820 Park Row #588
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 206-1357
info@keyforacure.org

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.keyforacure.org