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The Emilio Nares Foundation Announces 21st Annual Harvest for Hope Fundraiser Supporting Children Fighting Cancer. The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a non-profit supporting families through their child’s cancer journey, has announced the eagerly awaited 21st Annual Harvest for Hope event. Returning to the stunning waterfront favorite Coasterra on Sunday, September 22nd, at 2 p.m., this beloved annual event is part of ENF’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The event features delicacies from over 25 local businesses, spotlighting not only San Diego's dynamic culinary landscape, but Baja California’s as well. Attendees can expect a remarkable dining experience, complemented by a variety of spirits that perfectly capture the essence of the region as well as a silent auction, another opportunity to support the organization’s ongoing efforts. Renowned philanthropic anchorman Carlo Cecchetto will return as this year’s host of the event, making the night filled with flavor and entertainment, for a good cause. Over the course of two decades, the Emilio Nares Foundation has been a beacon of hope for families navigating the challenges of childhood cancer. The Harvest for Hope event reflects the Foundation's unwavering commitment to providing essential support to these families and plays a pivotal role in their mission to create a positive impact within the community. After their son Emilio lost his courageous fight with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at the age of five, co-founders Richard and Diane Nares were moved to assist other families in honor of Emilio's memory. The Emilio Nares Foundation acknowledges the disparity in access to transportation services for children battling cancer, which are essential for reaching crucial medical appointments. Harvest for Hope represents just one of the Foundation's efforts as they offer families hope by serving as a resource for underserved children facing cancer. Since 2003, the Emilio Nares Foundation has been dedicated to providing equitable healthcare access and promoting human welfare for underserved communities in San Diego, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and Imperial Counties, through its Comprehensive Care Initiatives. One of the key programs they offer is the family resource center, a bilingual support group for families navigating the healthcare system and access to vital resources such as food, housing, legal aid, and mental health services. Their efforts expand beyond that, providing reliable and sanitary transportation for immunocompromised children going to and from medical appointments through Ride with Emilio, nutritious snacks for children undergoing treatments through Emilio’s Snack Bags, therapeutic activities and entrepreneurial opportunities for families through their Creating for Hope program and assistance with funeral costs and immediate needs for grieving families. Altogether, ENF has served over 11,000 families in Southern California and continues to support children fighting cancer and their families through fundraisers like Harvest for Hope. “The 21st Harvest for Hope fundraiser stands as a true testament to the dedication and difference ENF has made in the lives of families affected by childhood cancer. We ensure that families never feel alone during this difficult journey,” says Elsa Morales-Roth, newly named Executive Director of the Emilio Nares Foundation. “No words can express the gratitude we have for all who have stood by us every step of the way. Their support extends far beyond the foundation, and we look forward to continuing our mission of supporting families and children as they face the challenges of cancer. Every step of our journey has been paved by the support of our sponsors and donors. Harvest for Hope embodies the spirit of community unity, bringing people together to ensure that no one faces hard times alone, and the generosity that has carried us this far.” Co-Founder of ENF and Author, Diane Nares, will also be selling her debut memoir, His Place At The Table: A Personal, Public, and Spiritual Love Story at the Harvest for Hope Fundraiser. Recounting her life story through her new book, His Place At The Table uncovers the dichotomy between devastating loss and powerful expressions of hope and perseverance. All proceeds made from her memoir will be donated to the Emilio Nares Foundation. The Emilio Nares Foundation invites all members of the community to join them in celebrating this momentous occasion at Coasterra on Sunday, September 22nd, at 2 p.m. For ticket information and event details, please visit here. Sponsorship opportunities for community members and those unable to attend are also available. Purchase tickets or become a sponsor here. To learn more about the Emilio Nares Foundation, visit ENFHope.org or follow us on Instagram @ENF_Hope, Twitter @ENFHope and Facebook @EmilioNaresFoundation

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The series concludes Sunday, August 4, with Chilean-born guitarist-vocalist Camila Meza. She will be joined by Or Bareket on bass and Edward Simon on piano. NPR called Meza “one of the best-kept secrets in New York City,” commenting, “Camila Meza is poised to step into a broader spotlight.” The New York Times wrote, “A welcome presence in New York … Ms. Meza brings an appealing combination of lightness and depth to all the material, singing in a bright, clear voice. … Her improvising, on electric or acoustic guitar, is serious business.” DownBeat wrote, “Her impressive guitar playing serves the song as she seeks a perfect balance between poignant vocals and killer chops.” Born in Jerusalem to parents of Moroccan, Iraqi, Argentinian, and Eastern European descent, raised between Buenos Aires and Tel Aviv, and based out of Brooklyn since 2011, Or Bareket is one of the most prominent bassists of his generation, as well as a composer and bandleader with an eclectic yet meticulously cohesive style. Winner of the 2011 International Society of Bassists' jazz competition, Bareket's distinct lyricism, rhythmic dexterity, and groove-centric approach are clearly present in his playing and writing alike. Edward Simon, a native of Venezuela, has made a name for himself over decades in America as a jazz improviser, composer-arranger, and bandleader. His profile has grown in recent years as he has explored the commonalities jazz can have with the folkloric sounds of Latin America. JazzTimes summed up his influence on the music genre this way: “Simon is less talked about than many other important jazz pianists from the Caribbean and South America, but he may be the most complete creative artist among them.” Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, as a member of the all-star SFJAZZ Collective, Simon has received a Guggenheim Fellowship; multiple composition grants, as part of Chamber Music America’s New Jazz Works initiative; and South Arts Jazz Road Creative Residencies. He has recorded 16 albums as a leader or co-leader, with his latest, Solo Live (Ridgeway), released in 2021. This followed Simon’s 2020 album, 25 Years, and his 2016 album, Latin American Songbook. DownBeat praised Latin American Songbook’s “grand and sophisticated” sound, and the recording won Simon an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Jazz Album. The New York Times has praised Simon’s “light, warm touch” as a pianist, while Jazz Journal International singled out “his deep emotional statements” as a composer and improviser. Simon is a Yamaha artist. For more information visit: ljathenaeum.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

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