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Dear League Team,I hope you and yours enjoyed a restful, joyous Thanksgiving.The League’s Annual All Staff event, our Wild West Picnic, was a blast! Thank you Madi Jennings, Jocylen Bungcasan, Regina Ramirez, Pat Collins, Jules Berg, Stephanie Newman, and Yvonne Bradshaw, for your superb planning and execution of that super fun event! All staffenjoyed the games, the food, the race, the line dancing, crafting, relaxingand laughing together! Next up: our Staff Holiday Luncheons! Our November Family Day of Service event, Sweet Dreams and CozyNights, was a huge success! Participants made 181 blankets, and 364stuffed animals were donated – with more still arriving! We alsoreceived generous financial donations; all of which support the FosterChildren’s Resource Center, Operation School Bell program, and ourPreschool Learning Center. We also held our first charity art auction, The Art of Giving, onDecember 2. Artists, art lovers, members, staff, and supporters gatheredfor a festive evening to raise funds for League programs. The auctionfeatured Angeleno artists, many of whom donated their art in supportof our programs. Many pieces were sold, but some are still available forsale, so check out the gems offered on the auction website! Click her toview the art! All artwork is now offered at a “buy it now” price. The winter break for most schools is fast upon us, so there is a flurry ofactivity to support youth through Operation School Bell, FosterChildren’s Resource Center, the College Scholarship Program, and thePreschool Learning Center. The League is striving to help underservedand extremely low-income children with everything they need in timefor the holidays!I wish each of you a happy, peaceful holiday. I sincerely thank you onceagain for all you do throughout the year for deserving and vulnerablechildren in our community. With gratitude and warm regards, Message from the CEOMessage from the CEOMelanieMelanieMelanieQuote of the monthQuote of the monthQuote of the monthLet’s be merry!The holidays are coming! Dear League Team,I hope you and yours enjoyed a restful, joyous Thanksgiving.The League’s Annual All Staff event, our Wild West Picnic, was a blast! Thank you Madi Jennings, Jocylen Bungcasan, Regina Ramirez, Pat Collins, Jules Berg, Stephanie Newman, and Yvonne Bradshaw, for your superb planning and execution of that super fun event! All staffenjoyed the games, the food, the race, the line dancing, crafting, relaxingand laughing together! Our November Family Day of Service event, Sweet Dreams and CozyNights, was a huge success! Participants made 181 blankets, and 364stuffed animals were donated – with more still arriving! We alsoreceived generous financial donations; all of which support the FosterChildren’s Resource Center, Operation School Bell program, and ourPreschool Learning Center. We also held our first charity art auction, The Art of Giving, onDecember 2. Artists, art lovers, members, staff, and supporters gatheredfor a festive evening to raise funds for League programs. The auctionfeatured Angeleno artists, many of whom donated their art in supportof our programs. Many pieces were sold, but some are still available forsale, so check out the gems offered on the auction website! Click here toview the art! All artwork is now offered at a “buy it now” price. The winter break for most schools is fast upon us, so there is a flurry ofactivity to support youth through Operation School Bell, FosterChildren’s Resource Center, the College Scholarship Program, and thePreschool Learning Center. The League is striving to help underservedand extremely low-income children with everything they need in timefor the holidays!I wish each of you a happy, peaceful holiday. I sincerely thank you onceagain for all you do throughout the year for deserving and vulnerablechildren in our community. With gratitude and warm regards, Message from the CEOMessage from the CEOMelanieMelanieMelanieQuote of the monthQuote of the monthQuote of the monthLet’s be merry!The holidays are coming!

Did you know that expressing gratitude can be good for yourhealth? Studies show that expressing gratitude and giving thankshelps us feel more positive and can help improve mental health.Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive, whethertangible or intangible, and helps us feel positive emotions, appreciategood experiences, and can help minimize adversity. Thanksgiving = Giving Thanks. We hope you had a wonderful,grateful Thanksgiving! Let’s be grateful for all we have every day.The League is grateful for All our precious staff!League Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeThis month's Pet Parade features Human Resources ManagerStephanie Newman and her beloved pets: Golden RetrieverDiesel and tuxedo cat Sniffers. Both were adopted from thelocal animal shelter and have been with Stephanie and herfamily for over 12 years!Stephanie says one of her many favorite things about Dieseland Sniffers is that they both come running to greet her at thedoor when she gets home from work! Stephanie says Sniffersis a very social cat (with the loudest meow ever, especially at4am!), and Diesel is affectionate, sweet, and gentle. They arevery important members of Stephanie’s happy family.Pet ParadePet ParadePet Parade Did you know that expressing gratitude can be good for yourhealth? Studies show that expressing gratitude and giving thankshelps us feel more positive and can help improve mental health.Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive, whethertangible or intangible, and helps us feel positive emotions, appreciategood experiences, and can help minimize adversity. Thanksgiving = Giving Thanks. We hope you had a wonderful,grateful Thanksgiving! Let’s be grateful for all we have every day.The League is grateful for All our precious staff!League Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeThis month's Pet Parade features Human Resources ManagerStephanie Newman and her beloved pets: Golden RetrieverDiesel and tuxedo cat Sniffers. Both were adopted from thelocal animal shelter and have been with Stephanie and herfamily for over 12 years!Stephanie says one of her many favorite things about Dieseland Sniffers is that they both come running to greet her at thedoor when she gets home from work! Stephanie says Sniffersis a very social cat (with the loudest meow ever, especially at4am!), and Diesel is affectionate, sweet, and gentle. They arevery important members of Stephanie’s happy family.Pet ParadePet ParadePet Parade Did you know that expressing gratitude can be good for yourhealth? Studies show that expressing gratitude and giving thankshelps us feel more positive and can help improve mental health.Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive, whethertangible or intangible, and helps us feel positive emotions, appreciategood experiences, and can help minimize adversity. Thanksgiving = Giving Thanks. We hope you had a wonderful,grateful Thanksgiving! Let’s be grateful for all we have every day.The League is grateful for All our precious staff!League Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeLeague Spotlight: GratitudeThis month's Pet Parade features Human Resources ManagerStephanie Newman and her beloved pets: Golden RetrieverDiesel and tuxedo cat Sniffers. Both were adopted from thelocal animal shelter and have been with Stephanie and herfamily for over 12 years!Stephanie says one of her many favorite things about Dieseland Sniffers is that they both come running to greet her at thedoor when she gets home from work! Stephanie says Sniffersis a very social cat (with the loudest meow ever, especially at4am!), and Diesel is affectionate, sweet, and gentle. They arevery important members of Stephanie’s happy family.Pet ParadePet ParadePet Parade

The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff was held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely woke up your taste buds!In addition to a tasty lunch, it was a fun gatheringfor all CRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely wokeup your taste buds! Inaddition to a tasty lunch, itwas a fun gathering for allCRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! We currently have two open positions at the League: The first is CRVC Agency RelationsProgram Specialist. This is an ideal promotional opportunity for a current Referral Specialist.The position is based at the League Chapter House and works closely with the CRVCDistrict Manager, Referral Specialists, and Partner Agencies.The second open position is full-time Teacher at the Preschool Learning Center. ThePreschool’s goal is to serve as many deserving children as possible, but before increasingenrollment we must first hire an additional teacher. If you are interested in this position orknow of someone who is, please reach out to Yvonne or Stephanie in Human Resourceswith questions, to apply, or if you’d like to refer a candidate. To view the full jobdescriptions, please visit the Assistance League of Los Angeles website or click on this link. News from HRNews from HRNews from HRFun StuffFun StuffFun StuffWe had a great time at the League’s Annual AllStaff Event – our Wild West Picnic – on November10! It was a treat to spend the day together: gettingto know colleagues from other programs, playing sillygames, relaxing, line dancing, and enjoying timeoutdoors. Everyone enjoyed cheering on our festive best-dressed winners -- Paloma Pozos as a spiritedMexican Revolution Adelita, Barbie Power CowgirlMayboll Carrasco, and Denise Simon, who rode in onher own horse! We hope you enjoyed scented candlemaking,stringing beaded bracelets and keychains, and eatinglots of delicious barbeque fixins’. Thanks, pardners,for bringing your best wild west spirit andcontributing to a very fun day for all!

The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff was held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely woke up your taste buds!In addition to a tasty lunch, it was a fun gatheringfor all CRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely wokeup your taste buds! Inaddition to a tasty lunch, itwas a fun gathering for allCRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food whichsurely woke up your tastebuds! In addition to a tastylunch, it was a fun gatheringfor all CRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely wokeup your taste buds! Inaddition to a tasty lunch, itwas a fun gathering for allCRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food whichsurely woke up your tastebuds! In addition to a tastylunch, it was a fun gatheringfor all CRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News

The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff will be held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food that is sure to wake up yourtaste buds! In addition to a tasty lunch, it will be afun gathering for all. CRVC and Sunset staff,please watch your inbox for more details. We lookforward to seeing you on Friday, December 8!Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All Staff Holiday Luncheonfor CRVC and Sunset staff was held Friday,December 8 at Puchica Restaurant in ShermanOaks. This lively restaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely woke up your taste buds!In addition to a tasty lunch, it was a fun gatheringfor all CRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is a popular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador, and otherCentral American countries, with two veryopposite meanings, depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow” (admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to “oh, shoot” or “oh,darn!” So, for our holiday luncheon, we say,“Puchica!” (meaning: wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: the restaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsDear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!We’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! The Annual League All StaffHoliday Luncheon for CRVCand Sunset staff was heldFriday, December 8 atPuchica Restaurant inSherman Oaks. This livelyrestaurant serves authenticGuatemalan food surely wokeup your taste buds! Inaddition to a tasty lunch, itwas a fun gathering for allCRVC and Sunset staff. Fun fact: “Puchica” is apopular slang word inGuatemala, El Salvador,Ecuador, and other CentralAmerican countries, with twovery opposite meanings,depending on the context. Thefirst meaning is “wow”(admiration); the secondmeaning loosely translates to“oh, shoot” or “oh, darn!” So,for our holiday luncheon, wesay, “Puchica!” (meaning:wow!, not oh, darn!). See youat Puchica (meaning: therestaurant)!League NewsLeague NewsLeague News Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all! Dear Preschool staff, don’t despair! Since thepreschool children can’t do without you, we hopeyou enjoyed the delicious Middle Eastern fare fromMizLaLa at our special holiday luncheon onMonday, December 4. We also want to thank andcongratulate Patricia Collins on her 25-yearanniversary with the League. The League and thePreschool are truly fortunate to have you. Thankyou!Celebrating December hire dates areBlanca Vicente and Madison Jennings.Thank you, Blanca and Madi, foreverything you do. We greatly appreciateyou!! League NewsLeague NewsLeague NewsWe’re sending a big December “happybirthday” shoutout to Bruno Tomasini, KaiTramiel, Yolanda Hermosillo de Avila, andAshley Barragan. Wishing the happiestbirthdays to all!

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