2020ChoiCe AffAirs

Inspired,Insightful,

Always Delightful

Welcome to2020

ChoiCe AffAirs

Inspired,Insightful,

Always Delightful

Special Friends of Planned ParenthoodCalifornia Central Coast

Madhu Bajaj

Joan BowmanSue BurkPaula CrissGrace CrittendenRenee deJongAnne DiamondDorothy ElchonessHarumi EtziNancy EvenSintija FelderMary Fox

Planned Parenthood Staff

Thank you to our volunteers and staff members for planning and organizing these Choice Affairs.

Joelle DuffZoe EchternautSherry Madsen Meggan McCarthy

Jane King

Judy Wainwright MitchellLaura NewmanBobbie OffenMarnie PinskerNancy Skewes-CoxMarianne SlaughterCarol SpungenShirley ThayerMary WhelanCharlotte WilliamsValerie Williams

Suzy Cawthon

Linda GardySuzan GarnerKaren GrayBarbara KaplanTerry KleidMinda KrainesJanet LindquistNancy LiningerBetsy MangerLeilani MayerLaura Rasey Miller

Choice Affairs Co-Chairs

Choice Affairs Committee

Lindsay SoleimaniGloria SotoArianna Spiller

Inspired, Insightful, Always Delightful!ChoiCe AffAirs 2020

As we enter a new decade—and our 31st year of ChoiCe AffAirs—we want to thank the hundreds of volunteers and people like you who have planned and attended ChoiCe AffAirs events throughout the years in support of Planned Parenthood California Central Coast.Your generosity helped our five health centers provide safe, affordable health care to 31,000 patients last year. Whether these patients were seeking cancer screenings, birth control or other assistance, your participation in ChoiCe AffAirs ensures that Planned Parenthood is here for them—no matter what! You also helped our sexual health educators provide programs to hundreds of teens and adults, information they need to keep them safe and healthy.We hope that you will enjoy the events we have planned this year. Some are returning favorites, while others are new, celebrating technology and our changing times. Regardless of which you decide to attend, we encourage you to invite friends to join you at one or several of the exciting and delightful events this spring.In addition to thanking our many committee members, hosts and underwriters for ChoiCe AffAirs 2020, we would like to express our appreciation to the Cheeryble Foundation, Betsy and Bob Manger, Maryan Schall and Shirley Thayer for generously underwriting the production costs of this year’s booklet. Also, many thanks to our creative writer, Betsy Manger, our editor, Nancy Davidson, and our graphic designer, Chris Flannery.We look forward to celebrating many more years of ChoiCe AffAirs with you!

Madhu Bajaj, Suzy Cawthon, Jane King ChoiCe AffAirs Co-Chairs 2020

Event Ordering InformationAll event tickets must be purchased with Visa or Mastercard on the ChoiCe AffAirs website. http://choiceaffairs.ppcentralcoast.org

All Reservations Are Final and Non-Refundable~ You will receive event details and directions for your

chosen AffAir(s) within a few weeks of booking.~ If you are unable to use a reservation, it is transferable

to another person or to another event that has a space available. Otherwise, we will consider your payment a donation to Planned Parenthood California Central Coast.

~ Because we are a qualified 501(c)(3) charity, a portion of your payment to attend ChoiCe AffAirs is tax-deductible. Tax-deductible amounts are indicated after each event price.

Choice Affairs Contact InformationJoelle Duff, Special Events Manager805-722-1524 joelle.duff@ppcentralcoast.org

Reserve Your Choice Affairs

Choose Your Events For 2020 April Thur Apr 2 2:00 pm ... Clear The Decks…Come Play Bridge! ........................#1 Wed Apr 8 12:00 pm ... Calling All Cheese Aficionados! ..................................#2 Thur Apr 9 5:30 pm ... Pizza and Pinot………. .................................................#3 Wed Apr 15 3:00 pm ... When Walls Talk…Shelton Architectural Tour........#4 Sat Apr 18 1:00 pm ... Peacocks and Succulents under The Oaks .................#5 Sun Apr 19 4:00 pm ... Nice ‘n’ Easy with Ol’ Blue Eyes ..................................#6 Mon Apr 20 2:00 pm ... Art Crawl, Y’All? ............................................................#7 Fri Apr 24 10:00 am ... Next-Generation Farmers in Ventura County ..........#8 Sat Apr 25 11:30 am ... Poetry Oratorio; Piano Fortissimo .............................#9 Sun Apr 26 10:00 am ... Tour A Hidden Paradise in Ojai ..................................#10 Sun Apr 26 4:00 pm ... ¿Que Pasa? Tamales y Margaritas! ..............................#11 May Sat May 2 3:30 pm ... You CAN Teach An Old Dog New Tricks ..................#12 Sat May 9 8:00 am ... Winging & Singing…Birding with Rob Lindsay ......#13 Thur May 14 12:00 pm ... Art and Antique Appraisal Road Show .....................#14 Sat May 16 9:00 am ... A True Breath of Fresh Air…Conejo Valley Hike .....#15 Sat May 16 4:00 pm ... Dancing with The Stars .................................................#16 Thur May 21 5:00 pm ... Tried and True Trivia Night .........................................#17 Sat May 23 6:00 pm ... Who-Done-It…Murder, Mystery & History .............#18 Thur May 28 5:00 pm ... Out of This World! .........................................................#19 Sat May 30 5:00 pm ... Masala, Mint, Mango and More ..................................#20 Sun May 31 1:30 pm ... East Meets West…Origami and High Tea .................#21 June Wed June 3 10:00 am ... Hiking, History, Flora, Fauna and Food! ...................#22 Sun June 7 2:00 pm ... Taking Care of #1 ...........................................................#23 Thur June 11 5:00 pm ... The Farmer and The Chef .............................................#24 Sat June 13 11:00 am ... No Experience Necessary…Personal Art Masterpieces #25

Thursday, April 2, 2020 • 2:00 – 5:00 pmLimited to 32 “one no trumpers” $100 per person ($80 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Clear The Decks...Come Play Bridge!

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Meet the challenge in a beautiful home situated high in the hills of Montecito. With a spectacular view—sparkling ocean and islands beyond—this is the perfect place to enjoy the excitement of playing bridge with like-minded people!Bring your bridge partner or come on your own—partners will rotate throughout the afternoon. Before the games begin, there will be time to wander through this magnificent home, appreciate the art, and admire the modern architecture as you get acquainted with your bridge buddies while enjoying champagne and a light snack. Bridge aficionados Minda Kraines, Pat Sweem and Laura Newman will be on hand to make you comfortable and keep you well fed! Don Newman, an excellent bridge player himself, will organize the games for at least a dozen hands of bridge.After successful crossruffs, brave discards and decisive plays, celebrate a feeling of accomplishment and calm your nerves with libations and delectable appetizers. Prizes will be awarded for the winners of the day, though everyone will be a winner!Grateful appreciation to Leslie Bhutani for holding all the cards by underwriting this event, and to co-hosts Minda Kraines, Pat Sweem and Laura Newman.

Wednesday, April 8, 2020 • 12:00 – 2:00 pmLimited to 16 Cheesemakers $125 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: San Luis Obispo

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Calling All Cheese Aficionados! LOVE CHEESE? YOU MIGHT BE A TUROPHILE (ultimate cheese lover), so imagine making your own cheeses at home. Learn how to do just that! Join Karen Gray, a remarkable cheesemonger for over 17 years, in a lovely local teaching kitchen. Karen will exhibit her amazing skills and help all cheese aficionados learn the proper method of producing a multitude of cheeses! The sumptuous cheeses you will learn to make include: ricotta, chèvre, crème fraiche, mozzarella and fromage blanc. Following the demonstration, you will have the opportunity to enjoy all the freshly made cheese in an appetizer, a salad and dessert. Each course will be paired with the appropriate exquisite wine. Bonus…you will go home with your own personal cheese making kit which includes instructions and ingredients—all you’ll need to add is milk!At the risk of sounding “cheesy,” you won’t want to miss this brie-lliant afternoon! Special thanks to Karen Gray, Grace Crittenden and Chef Debbie Duggan for making this delicious event possible.

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Pizza and Pinot

Thursday, April 9, 2020 • 5:30 – 8:00 pmLimited to 18 Pizza & Pinot Lovers $150 per person ($75 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Grab your apron and flour up your hands as we meet in the kitchen…of an exclusive private club on the beach in Montecito!You will learn the art and craft of making a hand-thrown pizza crust. Since the wine is just as important as the pizza in this event, your learning will be enhanced by the opportunity to sip a superb glass of Pinot. However, don’t let yourself be distracted by the wine as the chef demonstrates how to skillfully roll out, throw and garnish your own pizza! Your throwing skills will come in handy while preparing the dough for all the mouthwatering ingredients offered as possible pizza toppings. Join in the fun of choosing your toppings and designing your own pizza. Once your pizza is cooked to perfection, you’ll have time to relax and enjoy it along with a scrumptious salad and, of course, more Pinot while watching the sun set over the beautiful Pacific Ocean.Many thanks to Sue Burk and her husband John for underwriting and Laura Newman for helping with this tasty event.

4 Wednesday, April 15, 2020 • 3:00 – 5:30 pmLimited to 20 Architecture Appreciators $150 per person ($125 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Barbara

Enjoy the creativity of architect Jeff Shelton in Jeff’s design studio while he discusses his special method for creating imaginative and often whimsical architectural projects in Santa Barbara. See how drawings, photographs and close interaction with owners are used to develop artistically inspired homes and office buildingsJeff’s designs reflect his unique interpretation of Spanish-influenced architecture while using his brother David Shelton’s metal art to embellish and enhance the artistic ambience. Jeff will show off some of his most interesting creations, including the astonishing Ablitt Tower. From there, we will walk to some of his other creations.Our final stop will be at El Zapato…a special tour of an imaginative three-story home. From the bottom up, this home is a treasure—adorned with thousands of glowing tiles and intricate wrought iron details. Relish the fabulous 360-degree view from the rooftop deck while your co-hosts Don and Laura Newman provide appetizers with assistance from Renee deJong. Our thanks to the owner for allowing us to enjoy this.

Note: Wear comfortable shoes. There will be a lot of walking on this tour through Santa Barbara!

When Walls Talk… Jeff Shelton Architectural Tour with David Shelton

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Peacocks and Succulents Under The Oaks

Saturday, April 18, 2020 • 1:00 – 4:00 pmLimited to 30 Beginning Botanists $150 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Ojai

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to visit an historic private enclave from the 1930s and learn how it has evolved over the years. The 49 peacocks strolling under the beautiful oak trees are an added bonus!Gary Blum, owner and creative director of specialty nursery Heritage Succulents, will teach you about these luscious plants and the ins-and-outs of working with them. He will provide information about care, maintenance, propagation and transplanting. Succulents are water-wise, fire resistant and all the rage now! Learn how to easily grow these California-friendly plants. Maybe you will be inspired to transform your entire landscape. Nancy Skewes-Cox will assist you in planting your own succulent arrangement in a 10” x 5” wooden box (or bring your own container of the same approximate size). All the essentials for you to make a lovely succulent arrangement will be provided. You will leave with a unique treasure to display at home—a perfect centerpiece for your spring and summer parties.After completing your masterpiece, the Thayer Family will grill a delicious lunch that includes vegetarian options. Save some room for fresh berry pie, made using homegrown fruit!Thanks to Shirley Thayer, Nancy Skewes-Cox and Dorothy Elchoness for presenting us with this lovely opportunity.

Note: This succulent class is hands-on, so dress comfortably and wear shoes for walking in nature. Prepare to enjoy an afternoon of education and creativity under the oaks.

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Nice ‘n’ Easy…With Ol’ Blue Eyes

Sunday, April 19, 2020 • 4:00 – 6:30 pmLimited to 30 Sinatra Devotees $175 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Frank Sinatra’s silky-smooth voice has fostered romance and love for many generations!Let his music entice you once again, as renowned professional entertainers Howie Levine, Paula Sargent and company embody the Sinatra spirit. Remember I’ve Got You Under My Skin, The Lady Is a Tramp, I Get a Kick Out of You, That’s Life? Howie sings them all to the delight of audiences in LA and Las Vegas. Now, he returns to sing for a much-loved repeat performance in a lovely Montecito home.Upon arrival, sip Aperol spritzers, sample delectable appetizers, play a little bocce and sway to the sounds of Fly Me to the Moon. Meander inside to mingle, dance or just move to the music while enjoying delectable hors d’oeuvres provided by chefs Joan Bowman and Jeanne Carr. We’re sure you will agree that It’s All Right With Me. As the sun begins to set, tap your toes or free your inner Fred and Ginger by dancing to The Way You Look Tonight outside on the patio.You don’t want to miss this Nice ‘n’ Easy afternoon—the music, the company, the food and drink. So please take your Pennies from Heaven and purchase this ChoiCe AffAirs fun-filled musical event.Many thanks to the Too Marvelous for Words underwriters of this Night and Day event, Joan and Steve Bowman, Bobbie Offen, Howard Levine, Paula Sargent and Jeanne Carr, with help from Carole Magness, Mary Whalen and the Carr Winery.

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Art Crawl, Y’All?

Monday, April 20, 2020 • 2:00 – 5:00 pmLimited to 20 Art Lovers $175 per person ($150 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Eye candy to delight the senses!Experience a contemporary art extravaganza touring three fabulous Montecito homes, each filled with exceptional art collections. Passionate collectors all, each host is highly knowledgeable and will provide meaningful insight into their prized works, which will enhance your appreciation of the paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography and more. Some artists are world famous, such as Mapplethorpe, Lichtenstein, Rauschenberg, Oldenburg, Wegman and Celmins, and some are emerging artists that will be a delight to discover.   Hear how each host caught the collecting bug and how supporting the arts has enhanced their lives and enriched their souls. After you finish the last tour, sumptuous appetizers prepared by the talented chef Brenda Simon and her catering company, The Secret Ingredient, will be served with lovely wines to accompany them. Guests are guaranteed to feel visually and culturally satiated by the end of the afternoon!Better than a “pub crawl,” the homes are located within a one-mile stretch, making it easy to carpool and caravan to see these amazing treasures.Much appreciation and special thanks to the art collectors who have opened their homes and collections for the enjoyment of their guests and to Nancy Even and her husband Joel Ohlgren, whose generous underwriting made this event possible.̀

Friday, April 24, 2020 • 10:00 am – 3:30 pmLimited to 25 Farm Hands $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Locations: Fillmore & Camarillo

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The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) recently shared that new farmers with less than 10 years of experience now make up 25% of producers nationwide, and Ventura County has a strong representation! Join us to meet these amazing new farmers, whether they are first or fifth generation, and learn more about how they have achieved success with their operations on the ground.The tour will include meeting fourth-generation farmer Alana King at their family ranch in Fillmore. This wonderful ranch, which has been in the family for more than 100 years, produces avocados, citrus and a “smattering of anything else” they can make grow. Alana returned in 2015 to support their father and uncle with all aspects of the farm operation.Fifth-generation farmer Helen McGrath will also be joining the tour to discuss the big issues facing farming: water, labor and immigration, as well as common misconceptions and misunderstandings facing the farming community.Finally, we will caravan to a farming operation in Camarillo with multiple partners producing a variety of agriculture. The land has been farmed organically since the late 1980s and has supported and facilitated the careers for a new cohort of agriculturalists.Special thanks to all the farmers for welcoming us to their properties, and to Chef Kai Krupa, for providing a delicious, hearty lunch.

Next-Generation Farmers In Ventura County

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Poetry Oratorio; Piano Fortissimo

Saturday, April 25, 2020 • 11:30 am – 2:00 pmLimited to 25 Poetry Enthusiasts $150 per person ($125 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Poetry and piano combine in this popular event.In this year’s program, Cultural Amnesia, performers Mark Sconce and Vera Kong will feature piano medleys interspersed with American, Irish, and Russian poems inspired by the idea that forgetting past poetry in favor of modern works risks missing the wisdom and insights that poets are known for.Mark and Vera’s presentation is a collection of meaningful poetry and music performed with dramatic effect, flair and excitement. Mark has entertained many audiences with his commentary and recitations of various poets and their work. His repertoire includes famous poets Robert Frost, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Dorothy Parker and William Butler Yeats along with several more obscure Russian poets you may not know. Vera’s musical prowess melds with Mark’s recitations to make for a magical afternoon.A scrumptious lunch will be provided by Karen Schloss Heimberg. Applause and thanks to Terry Kleid for making this event possible.

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Tour A Hidden Paradise in Ojai

Sunday, April 26, 2020 • 10:00 am – 3:00 pmLimited to 35 Garden Lovers $175 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Ojai

Join us for an exclusive tour of the fabulous Taft Gardens & Nature Preserve. A natural 264-acre Eden nestled in the foothills of Ojai, Taft features 12 acres of unique landscaped gardens, home to some of California’s rarest mature botanical specimens.We will be led on a private 90-minute tour through this garden of hidden gems. With spectacular spring blooms to highlight our visit, we’ll meander the grounds and explore this world-class destination for botanists, plant enthusiasts and nature lovers.Surrounding the landscaped gardens, a vast preserve of pristine California habitat is a haven for hundreds of species of native plants and animals that live and migrate through the area. Our adventure will begin in Montecito, where we’ll board a comfortable coach to transport us to Ojai. At the end of the tour we’ll enjoy a sumptuous catered lunch and beverages in the garden. Many thanks to committee members Suzan Garner, Minda Kraines and Marnie Pinsker for arranging this memorable day. We also thank our generous underwriters, Barbara La Plante, Janet Lindquist and Larry Dresser, and Anne and David Gersh, who made this botanical event possible.

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¿Que Pasa? Tamales y Margaritas!

Sunday, April 26, 2020 • 4:00 – 7:00 pmLimited to 25 Tamale Tasters $125 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Barbara

Ah…the aroma of simmering pots of shredded pork and chicken and spicy chilies…greeting you as you walk through the doors of a beautiful Santa Barbara hacienda. Tamale making time is just around the corner in the kitchen! But wait! Before getting to work making tamales, step outside onto the patio to enjoy the breathtaking views while sipping margaritas and munching on freshly made guacamole and chips. When the corn husks, masa, meat and chilies are ready, step into the kitchen. Talented Chef Eve Ortiz will guide you through the cultural and culinary experience of making tamales—they are truly works of love and art! Making them is often a familial or social event, so enjoy the camaraderie as you prepare your tamales. Eve will guide you through the process of creating three different types of tamales, including a vegetarian option. And finally…time to sample some of the tasty tamales you’ve created and then fill your to-go bag with scrumptious tamales. Muchas gracias to Suzy Cawthon, Sintija and Harry Felder, Parm and Frank Williams, and Charlotte Williams for co-hosting and underwriting this delicious fiesta.

12 Saturday, May 2, 2020 • 3:30 – 5:30 pmLimited to 25 Animal Lovers (Please do NOT bring your dog!) $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

You CAN Teach An Old Dog New Tricks! Dogs are our faithful companions, exercise partners and valued family members, but they are not invited to this event! While we often train new puppies, we forget that we can continue to strengthen the bond we have with our canine friends throughout their lives. At this unique event, learn how teaching your dog a few fun and easy tricks can improve behavior and strengthen obedience skills at any age, along with improving your dog’s health by building muscle and flexibility. This event will be held at a magnificent Montecito estate and led by an accredited professional local dog trainer with 25 years of experience. Using her own dogs, she will demonstrate the tricks she uses to help her dogs improve strength, balance and flexibility, while also winning multiple National Agility Championships. At the conclusion, all attendees will be given a mini-booklet containing details on how to teach their dog the tricks shown at the event. In addition, a local canine resource list will be sent home with participants to help improve obedience skills and health.Following the program, walk beneath the sprawling oak trees on this magical property, and enjoy delicious wines and appetizers while sharing special stories about your favorite hounds.We are grateful to our hosts, Kohanya and Scott Groff, our accredited dog trainer, and to Jane King for organizing and underwriting this event.

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Winging & Singing...Birding with Rob Lindsay

Saturday, May 9, 2020 • 8:00 – 10:00 amLimited to 20 Aviary Aficionados $100 tax-deductible donation per person to Planned Parenthood Location: Carpinteria

Sing, sing, the dawn chorus is chattering, the birds are on the wing!What better way to start the day than a morning walk along the coast at the Carpinteria Salt Marsh observing local birds and other wildlife?Join Rob Lindsay, past president of the Santa Barbara Audubon Society (1981–1984), for fresh pastries, juice and coffee before heading out to see what beautiful birds inhabit this area. Retired from Carpinteria High School and Santa Barbara Community College, Rob continues to teach bird watching for the SBCC School of Extended Learning. He has been actively birding locally and globally (Hawaii, Jamaica, Nepal, Ireland, Peru, Costa Rica, Australia and New Zealand). With experience like that, how can you pass up this opportunity to join him as he shares his wealth of information and knowledge with all levels of birders?Due to a decent tide, quite a few interesting birds hunting and living at the marsh should be visible that day. Also, as a complement to Rob’s presentation, a representative from UCSB’s Natural Reserve System will join us to provide information about the marsh and the local wildlife.Bundle up, bring your binoculars or scopes, put on your walking shoes for a fascinating, two-hour date with nature!Special thanks to our co-hosts and underwriters Laura Newman and Linda Gardy, who have volunteered to assist in making certain you will never forget this informative and enjoyable tour.

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Art and Antique Appraisal Road Show

Thursday, May 14, 2020 • 12:00 – 2:30 pmLimited to 25 Amateur Appraisers$125 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Barbara

If you are an artist, collector or connoisseur, this master class in deconstructing the elements of a piece of art is for you! Bring an object or piece of art you would like to learn more about and have appraised.Stepping into a beautiful art-filled, Zen-spirited home, you will immediately feel surrounded by an artistic and calming presence—perfect for opening your mind to listening, seeing and learning. A light lunch of delicious salads and wine will be served before we settle in for class. Returning by popular demand, Elizabeth Stewart, PhD, will be our “instructor” for the day. Elizabeth, who has been a certified appraiser of fine art and antiques for more than 30 years, will use your objets d’art to show us how distinct elements contribute to the experience of appreciation. She will teach you how each work communicates an emotion, a concept, or a vision, by analyzing key structural elements. Learn to see your fine art in context within an established kind of connoisseurship method, to truly understand the work. We will discuss the old adage “I know what I like” to discover what elements lead you to that personal conclusion.We are grateful to Suzy Cawthon, Barbara Kaplan and Susan and Bobby Shand for hosting this master class with Elizabeth—who is always as entertaining as she is knowledgeable!

Saturday, May 16, 2020 • 9:00 am – 2:00 pmLimited to 15 Avid Hikers $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Thousand Oaks

…Beautiful scenery, epic views, great trails, and—maybe—some conejos (rabbits)!Laura Rasey Miller and Craig Percy invite you to join them for this moderately vigorous but rewarding hike on some beautiful trails in the Conejo Valley. Along with guest narrator Laura Pasetta, a certified California naturalist, we’ll identify plants, discuss local history (Chumash, Spanish, European, recent) and point out geologic landmarks from stunning ridgeline vistas. You will be treated to spectacular views stretching 360 degrees from the Pacific to iconic Ladyface Mountain and the San Gabriels beyond and from Topa Topa to the peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area.After the hike, we will head over to a local eatery, where lunch will be provided. Relax with your hiking companions and enjoy a refreshing beverage, maybe even sample a local wine or beer.Many thanks to Craig Percy, Laura Rasey Miller, and Allison and Rich Brightman for underwriting this extraordinary, beauty-filled day.

Note: This hike is moderately strenuous. Make sure you are in good physical health before signing up for this event.Wear hiking shoes, bring a jacket and hat and remember that in California, rain is celebrated…. It will not cause spirits to be dampened nor the day to be cancelled. Bottles of water will be provided.

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A True Breath of Fresh Air...Conejo Valley Guided Hike

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Dancing with The Stars

Saturday, May 16, 2020 • 4:00 – 6:00 pmLimited to 40 Toe Tappers (Please NO spiked heels!) $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Carpinteria

Glamour and fun are yours…as you sashay the afternoon away at a unique dance studio in Carpinteria!Let the good times roll and begin with a glass of champagne or wine and hors d’oeuvres before sitting down to be dazzled by the international stars and award-winning California Gold Dance Team, who will perform a half hour of “Ballroom Blitz” for your entertainment.Then it’s fifteen minutes of dance instruction, for all who wish to participate, followed by forty-five minutes of open dancing to a variety of different rhythms. Or, if you just want to sit and watch, the bar and appetizers will still be available!A round of applause to Diane Meehan for the beautiful room, and to the fantastic dancers for donating their time and talent. Thanks also to Renegade Wines for the libations and Valerie Williams for her generous support.

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Tried and True Trivia Night

Thursday, May 21, 2020 • 5:00 – 8:00 pmLimited to 32 Know-It-Alls $125 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Barbara

Name the game that challenges the brain, utilizes teamwork and always sells out because it’s a blast...that’s right! Trivia Night!Join us and Santa Barbara’s Trivia Master, Tim Duggan, for a unique opportunity to play with questions curated for a group of super-smart people covering a wide range of invigorating topics. Come alone or with a team and sharpen your mental agility. There will be prizes for the highest scoring trivia masters!Enjoy a buffet dinner, including lovely wine and refreshing beer, in a private club in downtown Santa Barbara. Come prepared with a unique or humorous name for your trivia team and be ready to best the competition!Many thanks to Judy Wainwright Mitchell and Jim Mitchell for underwriting this event, and to Harumi Etzi, Minda Kraines and Anne Diamond for hosting and helping to keep our minds sharp!

18 Saturday, May 23, 2020 • 6:00 – 9:30 pmLimited to 43 Mystery Masters $195 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: Fillmore

Climb aboard a historical train car and try to guess “who-done-it” while enjoying a first-class, three-course dinner with wine provided. All this will be accompanied by some less-than-serious sleuthing done by actors who commit both mirth and murder. As the tale of crime and deception unfolds, feel free to jump right in and try to help solve the murder while sharing hearty laughs and silliness with the other passengers. Or, if you are more inclined to let others use their detective skills, simply sit back and be waited on while enjoying the old-fashioned fun of being entertained on board the only Murder Mystery Dinner Train in Southern California.Appreciation and thanks go to sleuths Janet Lindquist and Larry Dresser and Pat and Chris Ehret for organizing and underwriting this mysterious evening. Their support and talent is NO mystery!

Who-Done-It... Murder, Mystery & History!

19 Thursday, May 28, 2020 • 5:00 – 7:00 pmLimited to 24 Adventurers $100 per person ($60 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Barbara

Take a trip into unimaginable worlds…Have you ever wanted to fly in a hot air balloon over the Swiss Alps, explore the rings of Saturn or immerse yourself in the beauty of an underwater adventure? How about taking on thrilling missions or experiencing the impossible?VR, or virtual reality, is a digital immersive simulation that sends you on adventures you may never have the opportunity to experience otherwise! Visit faraway countries, or even the depths of the ocean, without having to leave Santa Barbara.Come sip some wine and enjoy a light dinner while experiencing a fun-filled evening of awe-inspiring moments of single-player or multi-player virtual reality.Many thanks to Sue and John Burk and Betsy and Bob Manger for hosting and underwriting this exciting event.

Out of This World...A Virtual Reality Experience

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Masala, Mint, Mango and More

Saturday, May 30, 2020 • 5:00 – 8:00 pmLimited to 25 Cultural Enthusiasts $150 per person ($125 tax-deductible) Location: Ventura

Let us pamper you!Join us for a savory and aromatic evening that will tantalize your senses with exotic flavors from India. Start with appetizers such as samosas and fresh mint chutney. Then stop by the bar for handcrafted cocktails featuring fresh herbs, ginger, mango and coconut.Watch as we prepare fresh poori, an unleavened, deep-fried bread made from wheat. Adventurous guests will have the chance to roll and fry your own. This decadent bread pairs well with the evening’s homemade, authentic meal which comes next—chicken tikka masala, palak paneer and dal, followed by Indian desserts and chai. As a gift, guests will leave with a recipe book of the evening’s delicacies.In between delicious delights, visit the lovely, talented palm reader, Angie Brinkhoff, to experience an ancient Indian tradition, learning more about yourself and your future. Have your palm adorned with beautiful and healing henna designs made of fine, thin lines in lacy, floral and paisley patterns that sometimes feature peacocks.Spend the rest of the evening with the heart-pounding, joyous music of Bollywood and easy-to-learn dance steps. Dressy, bright-colored clothing or Indian-inspired attire is encouraged, but not required.Many thanks to hosts Madhu Bajaj, Irene Henry, Ashley Pope, Ritu Narayan and Adela Trainor for putting on this cultural Affair.

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East Meets West…Origami and High Tea

Sunday, May 31, 2020 • 1:30 – 4:30 pmLimited to 18 Paper Players $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Montecito

Exquisite papers, elegant origami, jewel embellishments—oh, my! Delight in an afternoon of hand crafting fabulous origami greeting cards.Come join us where art and craft meet, at a stunning contemporary Montecito home. Let laughter and conversation flow as you enjoy our version of an afternoon tea—scrumptious sweets, savories and perhaps a nip of sherry…. Take in the sparkling ocean view and the islands beyond while we teach you origami—the art of paper folding. Many believe in this art’s ability to heal and to calm. Expert and personalized instruction and all the materials and equipment needed will be provided. Every level of crafter – beginner or experienced – will be WOWED by the success of their creations.Afternoon tea and instruction provided by Debbie Armstrong, Tia Blickley, Teri Brown, Elizabeth Downing, Kate Edwardson, Mary Fox, Mavis Hansen, Minda Kraines and Carol Spungen.

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Hiking, History, Flora, Fauna and Food!

Wednesday, June 3, 2020 • 10:00 am – 2:00 pmLimited to 25 Nature Lovers $125 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Arroyo Hondo Nature Preserve

Hang up your high heels, don your favorite hiking shoes and imagine having over 700 acres of gorgeous natural beauty all to yourself!You’re invited on a private, docent-guided tour of the Arroyo Hondo Preserve, a stunning jewel on the Gaviota coast, to explore the tree-lined canyons and natural diversity of this historic ranch. The docents will share the rich early California history of the property and its structures that include an original 19th-century adobe that is still a home and was once used as a stagecoach stop.There will be three levels of hikes, so whether you prefer a “meander” or a “step counter,” there will be a pace for everyone. If hiking is not your thing, simply bring your favorite book or sketch pad and lounge creek-side. We will enjoy a gourmet lunch in the meadow, paired with beverages and local wines.This event is in a very rustic setting. Facilities are primitive but clean. All guests must be able to walk unaided on uneven terrain and footpaths.Special thanks to Minda Kraines, Paula Criss, Marnie Pinsker, and Renee deJong for making this very special and unusual opportunity available!

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Taking Care of #1

Sunday, June 7, 2020 • 2:00 – 5:00 pmLimited to 20 Self-Care Seekers $100 per person ($75 tax-deductible) Location: Camarillo

This day is for YOU!If you’re one of those people always on the run, taking care of others and moving through life at a stressful pace, it’s time to sit back and relax while two experts coach you on how to do a better job of taking care of yourself. Gloria Miele, PhD, will discuss “Self-Care for Do-Gooders.” She is a leadership development and executive coach, consultant, speaker, and founder of the organization Stronger Leader, who has been helping people reach their goals for over 25 years. You will be inspired with a self-care kit which will include your plan to make more time for just you!Instruction will continue with Julie Peytak-Ryan, acupuncturist/herbologist. Her practice focuses on the integration of Western medical science and preventive therapies with Eastern methods of holistic healthcare. Julie’s presentation will look at stress management through an awareness of how we hold tension and stress in our physical body. Techniques will be explored on ways to become aware of our unique stress patterns and how to control them. Of course, audience participation will be encouraged! Cocktails will be served to help you ease into this stress-less day and you will be sent home with a special gift as a reminder to care for yourself. The venue, a Camarillo home with a view, in peaceful surroundings, is the perfect place to begin your self-care journey.Special thanks to Nancy Lininger, BJ Fan and Jerry Clifford for hosting this event!

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The Farmer and The Chef

Thursday, June 11, 2020 • 5:00 – 8:00 pmLimited to 16 Gourmands $150 per person ($100 tax-deductible) Location: Santa Maria

…In the fields of an urban garden, enjoy an organic, farm fresh dinner!With a signature drink in hand, experience an entertaining evening with our farmer, Jerry Mahoney, and a special guest chef. Jerry will take you on a tour of his sustainable, small-scale organic garden while answering any and all of your “growing” questions.Bring your appetite. We’ll head to the kitchen where our guest-chef will host a cooking demonstration using the fresh fruits and vegetables just picked from the Mahoney garden. You are invited to experience a delicious, farm-to-table dinner accompanied by local wines and good music. Relax in the garden after dinner while you enjoy drinks, and perhaps some dancing if you are so inclined!Many thanks to Jerry and Alejandra Mahoney for hosting this delicious and delightful culinary adventure.

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Release your inner artist and revel in a private tropical paradise nestled in the foothills of the gorgeous neighborhood of Mission Oaks in Camarillo! Enjoy wine samplings from your host’s wine cellar as they graciously share a tour of their favorite contemporary pieces of art in their personal collection. Insight into their prized art and wine collections will enhance your appreciation of both.Continue sipping fine wines while enjoying a delicious vegetarian lunch provided by Camarillo resident Laura Valdez and dessert by Leilani and Umrao Mayer and Laura Rasey Miller.Taking inspiration from your host’s art collection, you will have a chance to paint your own masterpiece. Local artist Laura Rasey Miller will guide you through creating your own koi painting on canvas, as you sit beside a lovely pond filled with koi fish. No experience is necessary, and you can feel free to display your work when you are finished. Everyone is an artist!

No Experience Necessary…Art Chat, Lunch & Personal Masterpieces

Saturday, June 13, 2020 • 11:00 am – 2:00 pmLimited to 15 Artists With A Hidden Talent $150 per person ($95 tax-deductible) Location: Camarillo

Acknowledgements

Debbie ArmstrongMadhu BajajLeslie Bhutani Tia BlickleyGary BlumJoan and Steve BowmanAllison and Rich Brightman Angie BrinkhoffTeri BrownSue and John BurkJeanne CarrCarr WinerySuzy CawthonJerry Clifford and BJ FanPaula CrissGrace Crittenden Renee deJongAnne Diamond Elizabeth Downing Chef Debbie DugganTim Duggan Kate EdwardsonPat and Chris EhretDorothy ElchonessHarumi EtziNancy Even and Joel OhlgrenSintija and Harry FelderMary FoxLinda Gardy

Thank you to our underwriters, event hosts and volunteers for their continued support, generosity and spirit of giving.

Suzan GarnerAnne GershKaren GrayKohanya & Scott GroffMavis HansenIrene HenryBarbara Kaplan Alana King and Kai KrupaJane KingTerry KleidVera Kong Minda KrainesCarla LejadeHoward LevineJanet Lindquist and Larry DresserNancy LiningerCarole MagnessAlejandra and Jerry Mahoney Betsy and Bob MangerLeilani and Umrao MayerHelen McGrathDiane MeehanGloria MieleLaura Rasey MillerJudy Wainwright Mitchell and Jim MitchellRitu NarayanLaura and Don Newman

Bobbie OffenChef Eve OrtizLaura PasettaCraig PercyJulie Peytak-RyanMarnie PinskerAshley PopeRenegade WinesPaula SargentKaren Schloss HeimbergMark Sconce Susan and Bobby Shand Jeff Shelton Chef Brenda SimonNancy Skewes-CoxCarol SpungenElizabeth StewartPat SweemThayer Family Adela TrainorLaura ValdezMary WhalenWhite Sage CateringParm and Frank WilliamsCharlotte WilliamsValerie Williams

In memory of Jean Schuyler and Chef James Sly, who graciously supported us for many years

Planned ParenthoodCalifornia Central Coast

Board of Directors 2019~2020 Directors Chair

Anne SchoweVice ChairAyesha Shaikh, MD TreasurerJohn RomoSecretaryZahra Nahar-MoorePresident & CEOJenna Tosh, PhDInterim Medical DirectorMary Ferris, MD

Madhu Bajaj

Jeannette Bauer

Suzy Cawthon

Danielle De Smeth

Sue Ehrlich

Rubayi Estes

Jessie Funes

Lisa Griffiths

Juan Higuera

Tatiana Lawler

Bob Marshall

Diego Martin

Judy Stapelmann

Susan Stenovec

Jason Wells

Our MissionAs the most trusted provider of reproductive health care, Planned Parenthood California Central Coast promotes the ability of all individuals to lead fulfilled lives, build healthy families, and make informed decisions through high-quality health services, education, and advocacy.

Choice Affairs 2020

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