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Mitchell Thorp Foundation Book Launch When North County residents Beth and Brad orp lost their son, Mitchell, to an undiagnosed disease at the age of 18 after a five-year journey, they embarked upon a movement to save the lives of children like him. e Mitchell orp Foundation supports families of children suffering from life-threatening illness with resources and financial and emotional support. In early June, Beth is releasing a book titled ANEW Creation, a true story about her family, their love for each other, and how the power of one life can cause a ripple effect to touch the lives of so many. A book signing reception at 2051 Cucina Italiana featured words of inspiration, music, and handcrafted dishes. Stephanie Kourie and Abeer Hage PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNIFER NELSON Seen Brian Croxen, Beth Thorp, Jocelyn Croxen, and Tracy Croxen Kathleen Babcock, Eloise Christopher, and Haley Dean Cokey Nguyen and Sandy McAllister PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNIFER NELSON Terri and Todd Thornton Raj Gover and Jim Buchanan Kurt Ergene, Kelly McLaughlin, and George Jackson Jessica and Kenny Wood Deana Ingalls, Sandra den Uijl, Gina Jordan, Niki Tesak, Sandy DiCicco, Esther Rodriguez, Pooneh Hamzei, and Susan Leonard Ryan Bueter and Donny Scott of The Killer Dueling Pianos Miriam Smotrich and Rocio Flynn Jennifer Ergene with Keith and Patti Templeton Tea3 Foundation Benefit Concert e Tea 3 Foundation selected Paradise Dreams Animal Sanctuary as the beneficiary of its first fundraising event of the year. "e sanctuary is in need of funding projects to expand its equine therapy, holistic rescue horse rehabilitation, and domestic and wildlife animal programs to provide emotional support to veterans and autistic children," said Sandra den Ujil, Tea3 Foundation president and founder. Eloise Christopher, founder and principal of Paradise Dreams Animal Sanctuary, added, "Proceeds will fund structures and vehicles needed to sustain and expand the sanctuaries in Lake Hodges, Mount Israel, and Murrieta." e evening featured riveting entertainment by e Killer Dueling Pianos. @ranchandcoast ranchandcoast.com 104 MAY 2022 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE