CAMARILLO — The One Step a la Vez Program, Future Leaders of America and Park Oaks Outreach Program will be the beneficiaries this year when the 2013 Rebozo Festival celebrates its 9th year from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19 on the grounds of the historic Adolfo Camarillo Ranch in Camarillo, the organization reported Tuesday in a media release.
The benefit event was established to raise funds for Ventura County non-profit charitable organizations focusing on the cultural, social and educational needs of the community. This unique cultural experience promotes the rich heritage of our area by highlighting the colorful Mexican rebozo (shawl) as our theme.
The event features a Mexican inspired brunch, a fashion show highlighting the rebozo (shawl), silent and live auctions and a “Tiendita,” where you can purchase exclusive items including rebozos from Oaxaca. This beloved annual event features Mariachi’s and other lively entertainment that you won’t want to miss!
Thanks to the generosity of many sponsors and supporters, thousands of dollars have been raised each year for numerous worthy non-profit organizations in our local area, the organization reported. Past recipients include the Heart 2 Heart Program, Inlakech Cultural Center, United Farm Workers Freeze Relief Fund, the Oxnard College Women’s Re-entry Program, the Ventura County Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children, and the Foundation, Educational and Employment Resources Development/Café on A, Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE), and Centro Mujer. Other notable recipients include the performing arts programs (Mariachi classes) for the Oxnard Union High School District and the United Way Community Action Fund.
Tickets for the festival and brunch are $35 in advance and $45 at the door. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and purchase locations, call 805-500-3292 or visit www.rebozofestival.com and follow Rebozo Festival on Facebook.