FOOD & DRINK
Delta Iota Master sorority celebrates 20th anniversary
It was party time at Kathi Moe's home on Saturday, April 27, as Delta Iota Master sorority celebrated their 20-year anniversary as a chapter in Beta Sigma Phi. A potluck luncheon was followed by two presentations. Betty Yon, chapter president last year, was given the "Outgoing President" pin. The "Girl of the Year" pin, awarded to the member who gave freely and generously of her time to improve the chapter, was given to Sherry Nickell. The members spent the afternoon visiting and sharing recent activities.
Follies returns to celebrate 30 years
Last weekend, the Ridgecrest Star Follies invaded the Joshua Hall at the Desert Empire Fairgrounds, celebrating its 30th year as a Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce event. The Follies had 27 performances spread across two acts with a short intermission. Local personalities lip synched to the popular songs and danced while changing into fun, themed costumes between performances. The hall was packed with guests enjoying drinks.
DCOA announces recipients of Peter Pinto scholarships
The recipients of this year’s Desert Community Orchestra Association (DCOA) sponsored Peter Pinto Memorial Music Scholarship are cellist Aiden Kyte and violinist Amanda Hunyh. The Peter Pinto Music Scholarship is awarded annually to students (graduating high school senior to 22nd birthday) planning to continue their musical studies privately or in college. Applicants are evaluated on their musical performance, school and community involvement, and future musical goals. The award is named for the late Dr. Peter Pinto, a former local pediatrician, who was a long-time member and supporter of the Desert Community Orchestra. This year’s awards total $4000, the largest amount given to date by the DCOA.
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