Sun. Nov 24th, 2024

OCCTA Silent Auction

The Orange County Children’s Therapeutic ARTS Center will hold a fundraising event in support of their new Community Food Bank on Thursday, Sept. 11 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This event includes live art demonstrations, entertainment, raffles, refreshments, and a wide variety of auction items. Many important members of the local community are also expected to attend.

The ARTS center helps young people, especially those of limited financial means or in foster situations, by offering a program that combines academics, the arts, and creative therapies. The objective is to inspire and empower youths to realize their full potential despite their current situation.

Founder Dr. Ana and instructor Jose Lozano smile for the camera

To this end, the instructors, staff, and board members at OCCTAC offer their own talents to help in this endeavor, with backgrounds in music, education, therapy, and art. OCCTAC was founded by Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami in 2000 following the death of her parents. She has been recognized by numerous entities, including the Orange County Register and People Magazine, for her efforts and contributions to bring the arts to underprivileged families.

Toby Borrero and his drum class perform for the community

However, kids who are hungry often have trouble paying attention during class — who can appreciate the joy of the arts when their stomach feels like a black hole? So OCCTAC decided to kick-start a new long-term Community Food Bank at their center so kids can focus on the music instead of worrying about their next meal.

OCCTAC is located at 2215 N. Broadway in Santa Ana. For more information, please call 714-547-5468.

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Art Pedroza Editor
Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

By Art Pedroza

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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