ENCINITAS, California (Press Release)–Seacrest Village Retirement Communities hosted over 140 members of the prestigious 211 Club on Sunday, July 17,at the beautiful home of 211 Club members Cindy & Larry Bloch. The occasion was to celebrate The 211 Club members’ commitment to the charitable mission of Seacrest Village Retirement Communities
The evening began with a stroll through the Bloch Family Vineyard with a tasting of their very own Alberino white wine as well as lemonade squeezed fresh from the lemon orchards. Catered by Chef Jeffrey Strauss, owner and chef of the acclaimed Solana Beach restaurant Pamplemousse Grille, supporters such as Sondra & Robert Berk, Cindy & Larry Bloch, Nancy & Matthew Browar, Ellen & Ingram Chodorow, Toby & Howard Cohen, Stephen Cohen & Adele Rabin, Mary & Jon Epsten, Carol & Ron Fox, Hanna & Mark Gleiberman, Lee & Frank Goldberg, Nancy & Michael Gordon,Robert Haimsohn, Ann & Richard Jaffe, Lisa & Gary Levine, Zita & Morris Liebermensch, Sheila & Jeffrey Lipinsky,Amy & Steve Morris, Joyce & Jere Oren, Jane Ottenstein, Monica & Ron Perlman, Lillian & Sheldon Scharlin, Gloria & Irving Schiffman, Sharon & David Wax and Sandy & Jack Zemer were treated to pommes gaufrette with ahi tartare and wasabi caviar, wonton tacos with roast duck and hoisin sauce, potato pancakes with smoked salmon, crème fraiche and chives accompanied by tray passed champagne and the evening’s signature drink – Montera Martini, named after the Bloch Family Vineyard. Guests listened to the sounds of guitarist Peter Sprague while enjoying the relaxing indoor/outdoor living of the estate.
Following the cocktail reception, The 211 Club patrons were seated for dinner and welcomed by Seacrest Village’s immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Robert Haimsohn. Robert thanked the group for their continued support of Seacrest then introduced Cindy & Larry Bloch, thanking them for opening their home for the evening. Cindy & Larry were delighted to be sharing the evening with such a generous group of supporters and talked about the importance of The 211 Club is raising funds for the charitable care at Seacrest Village. CEO Pam Ferris thanked Cindy & Larry Bloch as well as Jeffrey Strauss and all of the guests for their tremendous support. Lastly, Gary Levine spoke about thebeginning of The 211 Club over 20 years ago and how much it has grown through the support of everyone present that evening. The delicious menu began with a crispy eggplant parmesan salad with burrata cheese followed by an entrée of red wine braised short rib “Osso Bucco Style” with saffron rice pilaf and roasted summer vegetables. Guests were then invited to indulge in an amazing dessert buffet that included chocolate bread pudding, fruit cobbler, an assortment of cookies, a cheese and fruit display, chocolate mousse, pecan tartlets and many other decadent treats.
Members of The 211 Club – an arm of the Milton D. and Madeline L. Goldberg Resident Assistance Fund – are a prestigious group of community leaders who are the cornerstone of a tremendous fundraising effort. Their individual contributions of $1,000 or more annually help to ensure the greatest possible quality of life for the residents of Seacrest Village Retirement Communities. This annual appreciation dinner recognizes patrons for the care and services that are made possible through their generosity.
As a non-profit, charitable organization, Seacrest Village Retirement Communities provides housing and healthcare services for the community’s elderly. Offering these services regardless of one’s ability to pay creates an annual shortfall of more than $1.5 million that must be met through fundraising. Almost four hundred seniors between the Encinitas and Rancho Bernardo campuses are cared for each year, many in need of financial assistance. Members of The 211 Club cantake personal pride in knowing that every dollar generated goes directly to meet the needs of the residents.
For more information about The 211 Club or to become a member of this special patrons group, please contact the Office of Philanthropy at (760) 632-0081.
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