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Welcome to
Party Parade 2015
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The Claremont Community Foundation invites you to
become a part of a Claremont tradition that embodies the
true meaning of “community”—people from all walks of life
coming together, getting to know one another, and working
cooperatively to keep our community strong and healthy.
Our 19th annual series of special hosted events provides
a variety of themes, food, and entertainment to appeal
to every taste. Participants will meet new and interesting
folks, share food, fun and friendship—while benefiting
the Foundation.
The dozens of event hosts, as well as many community
businesses, have generously contributed their time, talent,
food and supplies so that all guest reservations and
contributions can directly beneﬁt the Claremont
Community Foundation.
Make your reservations early since many parties sell out fast!
You will find your order form and instructions for reserving
your spaces at the front of this booklet.
You may also make your reservations online! See our website
for details at www.claremontfoundation.org.
Share this invitation booklet with a
friend. Help us spread the word about the
Foundation and its good work!
Interested in hosting a party in 2016? Have a fabulous
idea for a party? Want to be involved in helping to organize
the 2016 Party Parade? Please contact our office by phone
(909)398-1060 or send us an email with your contact
information at [email protected].
We look forward to hearing from you!
Additional invitation booklets are available
upon request by calling or coming in to the
Claremont Community Foundation oﬃce at
205 Yale Avenue, Claremont, (909) 398-1060.
cover: Michael Wall, Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
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Claremont Community
Foundation
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We are celebrating 26 years of the Claremont Community
Foundation (CCF), as a charitable organization with
a comprehensive mission: The Claremont Community
Foundation champions charitable giving to improve the
quality of life in our community now and for future
generations. In a region with as much diversity and special
interests as ours, the Foundation helps translate a variety of
dreams and ideas into action. Hundreds of local businesses,
individuals, families and community organizations have
joined together to build a solid base of support that will
carry local philanthropy far into the 21st century.
The Foundation serves as a philanthropic “bridge”
between community resources and community needs
in two main ways:
1. The Community Impact and Arts grants programs
provide support to new and ongoing community
programs and projects. Since its first grant in 1990,
the Foundation has awarded more than $500,000
to more than 300 projects and organizations in
these areas.
2. Separate component Funds created by donors and
organizations are administered by the Foundation for
charitable causes of special interest to these donors.
Tax advantages and investment management services
are benefits to the donor, while the community benefits
from the projects supported by these Funds. In addition
to these special-purpose funds, the Foundation’s
21st Century Endowment Fund is growing to take
care of the future needs of our town. A variety of
charitable giving options are available for donors who
wish to invest in our community’s future!
The Claremont Community Foundation is personal…
citizens caring for each other and working together to make
things happen. It’s positive…local activities and projects
that make a difference in people’s lives. It’s permanent…
preserving community values and resources for future
generations. There’s a role for anyone interested in the
Foundation’s goal of “Enriching Our Community and
Creating Our Future.” To become involved, drop in, write,
call, visit our website, or e-mail:
Claremont Community Foundation
205 Yale Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 398-1060
http://www.claremontfoundation.org
e-mail: [email protected]
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Establish a
Donor-Advised Fund
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Your giving journey starts here with a Claremont
Community Foundation Donor-Advised Fund
A donor-advised fund at CCF makes it easy to support
the causes and organizations you care about most—here
in Claremont or around the world. As a donor, you can
contribute to your fund at any time and recommend grants
in your desired amount ($250 or greater).
Creating a donor-advised fund at the Claremont Community
Foundation is easy. Here’s how:
1. Create Your Fund
Our team will work with you to name your fund, assign
advisors and establish your giving intentions.
2. Contribute to Your Fund
Once your fund is open, you can make tax-deductible gifts
of cash, securities, or real property.
3. Recommend Grants
Your Grant Recommendations can be made by submitting
a charitable distribution request by email, fax or U.S. mail.
Grants can be made to local, national or international
charitable organizations or efforts. Our staff will conduct
due diligence and contact you with any concerns. A grant
check will be sent to the recipient organization with a cover
letter explaining grant details and expectations in the name
of your fund.
4. Take Advantage of Exclusive Donor Services
Personalized service is just a call or click away. You can
access our team of professionals as frequently as you desire.
Customized services include strategic giving plans, site visits,
and research in your areas of charitable interest.
5. Track Fund Activity
Quarterly activity reports summarize fund balance, grants
made, contributions received, investment activity and fees.
If you are interested in starting a Donor Advised Fund,
please email [email protected] or call
(909)398-1060.
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Reservations Instructions
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You may purchase reservations for as many parties as you
wish. Reservations will be accepted now. However, to allow
all guests equal opportunity to attend their chosen parties,
reservations received on or before Tuesday, February 18 will
be held for processing until 4:00 p.m. on that date. Due to
potentially heavy demand for some events, parties with more
paid reservations on the opening date than spaces available
will be filled by lottery. Remaining spaces will be filled on
a first-come, first-served basis. Confirmation of reservations
will be made by email or telephone prior to the date of
the party. Phone and online orders must be guaranteed
by credit card (Visa or MasterCard only, please).
• Payment must be received to confirm your reservation.
Please do not ask hosts to hold spaces or process your
reservations. You may bring, mail, e-mail or telephone
your reservations to:
Claremont Community Foundation
205 Yale Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 398-1060
www.claremontfoundation.org
Hosts and sponsors support all costs of the parties
themselves. 100% of your contribution amount directly
supports the Foundation and its programs. Your confirmed
reservations will be verified by contact from the Foundation
office and/or by direct contact from your hosts. If your
first choice(s) are full, you may select alternative(s) from
remaining available events, or be placed on a waiting list.
Once reservations are conﬁrmed, no refunds for guest
cancellations are possible.
• Reservations will be accepted as long as spaces
are available.
If you are unable to attend any of the parties, but wish to
support the important work of the Claremont Community
Foundation, please consider attending:
Party #12: Do Your Own Thing!
Your donation will be most appreciated!
Questions? Or to verify availability of parties
(after February 18), call us Monday–Thursday
at (909) 398-1060.
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Reservations
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Title
First Name
Last Name
Confirmation phone #s (daytime and/or message)
Mailing address
City
State
Zip
E-mail address
List each guest included with this reservation (or attach separate page).
Payment for all guests required to confirm spaces!
Title
First Name
Last Name
Title
First Name
Last Name
Date
1. For the Love of Books, Chapter V
3/1
2. Over the Rainbow
3/7
3. Texas Independence Day Barbecue
3/8
4. Behind Closed Doors,
3/12
Ultimate Tasting Experience
5. The Best Bunco Party, Ever!
3/13
6. Water Works
3/14
7. Hail Caesar!
3/14
8. An Evening of Beauty
3/20
9. Land Rush Celebration
3/20
(or $500 per table)
10. Poker Party
3/28
SOLD OUT 11. Fondue Feast Fête
4/4
12. Do Your Own Thing (Any Time, Your Choice)
Price Guests
Total
$35
$50
$75
$30
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Make check payable to Claremont Community Foundation
or enter credit card number ■ Visa ■ MasterCard
Card Number:
Expiration Date:
Security Code:
Credit card orders may also be placed by phone or online.
Thank You for Your Support!
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For the Love of Books,
Chapter V
Are you a book lover? Join fellow readers to meet Naomi
Hirahara, award-winning author of the Mas Arai mystery
series featuring one of mystery fictions most unique heroes—
a curmudgeonly L.A. gardener, Hiroshima survivor and
reluctant amateur sleuth. Hirahara’s first mystery, Summer of
the Big Bachi (2004) was a finalist for the Barbara Kingsolver
Bellwether Prize. Snakeskin Shamisen (2006) was the winner
of a prestigious Edgar Award. Murder on Bamboo Lane
(2014), a new mystery series, features rookie bicycle cop
Ellie Rush, a young urban mixed-race Japanese-American.
Born and raised in the Pasadena/L.A. area, Naomi provides a
sensitive insider’s view of L.A.’s multi-generational JapaneseAmerican community. She will talk about the creative process
and sources of inspiration in her writing. Questions, book
buying and signing follow.
Bonus: a copy of the annual compendium of Recent Reads
from 20+ local book groups.
Light refreshments will be served.
Sunday, March 1
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Mt. San Antonio Gardens, Assembly Hall
900 East Harrison Avenue
Pomona
$35 per person
70 guests
Hosts
Rose Ash
Renuka Balakrishnan
Brenda Barham Hill
Penny Garris
Barbara Rugeley
Diane Schuster
Vicke Selk
Sponsor
Mt. San Antonio Gardens Retirement Community
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Over the Rainbow
Continuing the tradition of “town and gown” that is so well
established in Claremont, University of La Verne President
Devorah Lieberman and her husband Roger Auerbach, invite
you to their home for a Claremont Community Foundation
Party Parade on Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 6:00–9:00 p.m.
The president’s home, formerly known as the “Baum House,”
is an exquisite, historic residence and will serve as the
backdrop for an evening of standards and favorites performed
by instrumentalists and vocalists including—Michael Ryan,
Myra Garcia, Reed Gratz, Janice Hoffmann, Steve Likens,
Dan Terzo, Grace Zhao and others. Many of these
accomplished musicians are current or former faculty
members of the University of La Verne’s.
So, unless you have a Fever, Join us for this Sentimental
Journey for an Unforgettable evening. So click your heels
twice and take the Yellow Brick Road to the “Baum House”
Over the Rainbow!
Ticket price includes gourmet hors d’oeuvres, fine wine,
wonderful music and, best of all, benefits the programs of
the Claremont Community Foundation.
Saturday, March 7
6:00–9:00 p.m.
1105 N. College Avenue
Claremont
$50 per person
100 guests
Our additional hosts will be:
Myrna and Ward Elliott
Janice and Larry Hoffmann
Myra Garcia
Patricia Dillon and Maurice LeBlanc
Ruby and Richard Simpson
Anonymous
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Texas Independence Day
Barbecue
Enjoy a mouth-watering Texas Independence Day Barbecue
at the Ring’s Blaisdell Ranch home.
Sissy Stuff
Spicy Gulf Shrimp
Texas Caviar
Garlic Cheese Grits Souffle Bites
Spicy Pecans
The Real Stuff
Smoked Pork Ribs and Beef Brisket
Onions that got cooked under the meat
Dueling Soppin’ Sauces
Baked Beans
Southern Greens
Outlaw Coleslaw
Pickled Okra and Sweet-Hot Garlic pickles
Corn Bread or Wonder Bread
Shiner Bock Beer—Wines—Texas Tea
Whiskey and Branch Water
And if that ain’t enough—
Ice Cream with Praline Sprinkles
Ya’ll come back now, you hear!
Sunday, March 8
6:00 p.m.
816 Peninsula Ave.
Claremont
$75 per person
14 guests
Hosts
Diann and Robert Ring
Ellen and Marshall Taylor
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Behind Closed Doors
Ultimate Tasting Experience
Come join us for a wonderful tasting experience, as
VOM FASS opens their doors this evening to only our
guests. Sample fine wines and spirits, as well as premium oils
and vinegars. Enjoy appetizers featuring Vom Fass products
and served with a CCF cocktail that has been specially
created for the evening. Learn how to use oils and vinegars
daily in your kitchen to dramatically and easily improve your
health, increase your enjoyment of food, and inspire your
creativity. You will receive 10% off all purchases that evening
as well as be entered for a chance to win a Vom Fass
gift basket!
Thursday, March 12
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Vom Fass
101 N. Indian Hill Boulevard
Suite C2-100
Claremont
Entrance on 1st Street
$40 per person
30 guests
Hosts
Susan Guntner
Cynthia Cervantes McGuire
Sponsor
Vom Fass
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The Best Bunco Party
Ever!
The party just keeps getting better and better! Whether it’s
your first time out, or you’re a seasoned pro, the fun is in the
playing! You will love the opportunity to enjoy an evening of
this popular, mindless dice game. Claremont Place will once
again host this exciting evening with chef prepared appetizers,
desserts, and a hosted bar. Come experience the thrill of
yelling “Bunco!”
In keeping with tradition, we will have lots of Fabulous
prizes donated by our local businesses and friends.
Friday, March 13
7:00 p.m.
Claremont Place Senior Living
120 West San Jose Avenue
Claremont
$40 per person
40 guests
Hosts
Claremont Place Senior Living-Judith Jones
Sonja Stump Photography—Sonja Stump and Bob Fagg
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Water Works
Our water issues won't just dry up......so don’t be a drip!
Learn about the processes used in improving the taste and
purity of the drinking water you use every day! Tour the
historic and architecturally stunning Metropolitan Water
District’s F. E. Weymouth Water Filtration Plant.
This is your opportunity for a private, behind the scenes
tour of the F.E. Weymouth Water Treatment Plant and Water
Quality Laboratory. From the tip top of this 1940 Art Deco
historic landmark you will have a 360° view of 150 acres in
the city of La Verne and tour the pristine modern
laboratories.
Gilbert Ivey, General Manager for MWD, will provide an
overview of the district’s water history. With over 30 years’
experience, Water Quality Lab Manager and Claremont
resident, Jeffry Dennis, will discuss the testing and research
processes used to improve our water quality at the source,
during the treatment and throughout the distribution system
in order ensure our drinking water is of the highest quality.
This is sure to be a fun and educational experience.
Light refreshments will be served in the 58,000 square foot
water quality laboratory, the daytime home of 120 scientists
and technicians.
In keeping with our “water” theme; Watermelon Salad with
Mint and Feta, Water Crackers, and other surprised delights.
Be sure to participate in the “Water Tasting Contest”
and win prizes!
Includes a private showing by renowned watercolor artist,
Eric M. Davis and an opportunity drawing for a seascape
watercolor print.
Saturday March 14
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
$30 per person
50 Guests
F. E. Weymouth Facilities
700 N. Moreno Avenue
La Verne
A special thanks to the Metropolitan Water District
of Southern California
Hosts
Jackie and Jeffry Dennis
Janice and Larry Hoffmann
Ann and Jess Johannsen
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Hail Caesar!
Join Julius Caesar for a special celebration to Support the
Claremont Community Foundation. Enjoy a Caesar Salad
Bar, Mini Lamb Chops, Fresh Breads, Wine, and Soft Drinks.
Wear your toga and eat, drink and dance the night away
with Caesar as he stops over in Claremont on his way to his
Ides of March meeting with the Senate. Brutus wasn’t invited
(he’s such a back stabber) but you are.
Saturday, March 14
7:00–11:00 p.m.
Dom’s Lounge
Pomona College
$50 per person
60 Guests
Hosts
Claremont Community Foundation Volunteers
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An Evening of Beauty
It’s time to relax and be pampered in every way! Come to
Claremont’s newest Salon, Kut Haus. Kut Haus is a full
service salon built on the talent and passion of a team that
has come together with a mutual love for their craft. Kut
Haus invites you to an evening of glamour! You will be
treated like royalty with make-up application, a relaxing
manicure and a blow-dry hair style! Refreshing drinks and
scrumptious food will top off your evening of pure joy!
Kut Haus has a reputation for working with the local
community to support charitable organizations, please
come and enjoy this spirit of giving.
Friday, March 20
6:00 p.m.
Kut Haus
123 Yale Avenue
Claremont
$25 per person
10 guests
Host
Kut Haus Claremont
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Land Rush Celebration
It’s a Land Rush to Support the Claremont Community
Foundation.
Join the Biggest Party of the year sponsored by members of
the local Real Estate Community.
Join us for some Barbeque with all the fixings, wash it down
with Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, and don’t forget we got some
Whiskey for your tasting. Before you know it, you will be out
on the dance floor swaying with your sweetheart to the music
of the Silverado’s. Just when you think you can’t have more
fun, enjoy some dessert and coffee and see what prizes you
may have won.
Friday, March 20
7:00–11:00 p.m.
Padua Hills Theatre
4467 Padua Avenue
Claremont
$50 per person
200 Guests
Reserve a table for 10 of your friends for $500
Hosts
Members of the Claremont Real Estate Community
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Poker Party
Feeling Lucky?
60 lucky players can ante up and enjoy an evening of poker
fun at the Double Tree Hotel. Go all in and enjoy delicious
hor d’oeuvres and craft brews from Dale Bros. Brewery. Don’t
fold & miss this great party! Must be 21 or over to show your
poker face and participate. Winner will win cash prize!
Saturday, March 28
7:00–11:00 p.m.
Double Tree Hotel
555 W. Foothill Boulevard
Claremont
$50 per person
60 guests
Must be 21 to participate
Hosts
Mike Gaumer
Tim Tipping
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Fondue Feast Fête
Enjoy retro fondue dining in the setting of a mid-century
modern hillside home with vintage furniture and place
settings.
This five course Fondue Feast begins with cheese fondue
and the cocktail hour with a full bar served amid lava lamp
ambience.
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A variety of hot oil fondues follows and each course will be
paired with specially selected wines chosen by Sal Medina
of Packing House Wine Merchants.
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Sumptuous desserts will include a chocolate fondue fountain
with oh-so-many dipping delicacies!
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Saturday, April 4
7:00 p.m.
2627 San Andres Way
Claremont
$75 per person
10 guests
Hosts
Steven Llanusa and Glenn Miya
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Do Your Own Thing
OK, so you’ve got another wonderful idea about how to
spend some quality time and help your community.
Perhaps you’d love to stay home for a change, curl up with a
good book, eat some ice cream straight from the carton, play
“Angry Birds”, have a family game night, watch your favorite
movie, listen to some soothing tunes and go to bed early....
Or maybe you’ve been planning to invite some old friends,
or new neighbors, over to your place for a special dinner
you’ve dreamed up....
You can’t use scheduling conflicts, dietary restrictions or
budget limitations as an excuse to miss this party!
Just do your own thing, alone or with family and friends,
and forward your party donation to the Claremont
Community Foundation.
Know that your contribution is helping your community!
Feels good, doesn’t it?
Date: Check your calendar for an open spot!
Time: At your convenience.
Where: Your choice.
Price: You name it.
Just for you, or include as many friends and family
as you wish!
Host
YOU
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2015 Business Partner Sponsors
Arches
City of Claremont
PillArs
Paul Steffen
Wheeler Steffen Sotheby’s International Realty
Bricks
Carlos A. Bolanos, CFP
Laura Dandoy, Broker
RE/MAX Resources
Susan Guntner
Swan Graphics
Janice and Larry Hoffmann
Financial Advisors, Morgan Stanley
Randy Prout
State Farm, Providing Insurance and Financial Services
Sempra Energy Utility
Blocks
Stephen P. Deitsch
Best, Best, & Krieger L.L.P.
Hercher & Company, Inc.
A Certified Public Accountancy Corporation
Ken A. Kederian
MBA, CFE, CGMA, CPA Managing Partner Kederian CPA & Co.
Nancy Telford
Telford Real Estate Inc.
Sally Tornero
Realtor
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2015 Foundation Sponsors
PillArs
Paul and Dawn Steffen
Bricks|
Ms. Jean S. Aigner
Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Bolanos
Ms. Laura Dandoy
Dr. and Dr. Laurence D. Hoffmann
Mr. Donald M. Pattison
Mr. and Mrs. Randy Prout
Ms. Teresa M. Shaw and Mr. Jeffrey Groves
Blocks
Dr. and Mrs. William L. Ascher
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Cynthia Cervantes McGuire
Mr. Joel Cinnamon
Mr. Steve Deitsch
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Donnelly
Susan Guntner
Ms. Suzanne I. Hall
Mr. and Mrs. Heinz Hercher
Mr. Mark Hodde
Hill Family Intervivos Trust
Mr. Jess and Dr. Ann Johannsen
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Kederian
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan F. Kupetz
Mr. Rodney L. Lehman
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Primack
Tom and Nancy Telford
Rafael and Sally Tornero
Mr. and Mrs. Marc J. Winter
Mr. and Ms. Joe Wojcik
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Board of Directors 2015
Paul Steffen
Chair
Susan Guntner
Vice Chair
Karen Kupetz
Vice Chair
Marc Winter
Vice Chair
Cynthia Cervantes McGuire
Secretary
Ken Kederian
Treasurer
Joel Cinnamon
Ronald Coleman
Mike Gaumer
Mark Hodde
Tim Tipping
Sally Tornero
office stAff
Tabatha Abeyta
Executive Director
Crystal Alarcon
Executive Assistant
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Advanced Color Graphics
Claremont University Consortium Design Center
e Claremont Community Foundation
champions charitable giving to improve the quality of life
in our community now and for future generations.
Claremont Community Foundation
205 Yale Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 398-1060
www.claremontfoundation.org