Foothills Sentry Page 8 MAY 2025 Family. Friends. Community. We’re all in this together. State Farm, Bloomington, IL 1801073 Ron Esparza, Agent Insurance Lic#: 0C79663 827 S. Tustin Ave Orange, CA 92866 Bus: 714-505-3400 ron@ronesparza.com Celebrate Spring, Shop Orange! dan@DanSlater.com 714-744-2219 1537 E. Chapman Ave. Orange, CA 92866 DAN SLATER Local author hosts book signing in North Tustin Andrew Suskind, a retired doctor and North Tustin Resident, has turned his experiences working in the aftermath of worldwide disasters into a book, “On the Edge: An Everyday Doctor’s Adventures in Disaster Medicine,” and will introduce it to the community at a book signing and discussion, May 4. His discussion topics will answer such questions as: how could a biologic male be complaining of vaginitis? Were zombies real (probably yes) and do they still exist today? Can voodoo curses really harm people (answer: yes)? How did the United Nations cause one of the worst cholera epidemics? And why maybe you shouldn't say it with roses? The signing event will be held at the Tustin Racquet Club, 11782 Simon Ranch Road, beginning at 11:15 a.m. A limited number of books will be available for sale. They can also be purchased ahead of time on Amazon. Tustin Sunset Market returns By Guy Ball The Tustin Sunset Market in Old Town Tustin returns on May 15. This special mid-year event occurs on the third Thursday evening of the month through September, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. draws thousands of attendees. It offers a unique shopping experience, live entertainment, food trucks and an evening Farmers Market on a pedestrian-only street in the center of Tustin. El Camino Real will close to traffic from 2nd to Main Streets, allowing guests a peaceful stroll through one of Tustin’s oldest historic districts. The street fair features various commercial and craft vendors, community organizations, a beer/wine garden, and live music from a number of area bands. There is no admission charge, and nearby restaurants are open for full dinners. Free parking is available on nearby streets and a city parking lot. There are still opportunities for sponsorships, vendors, and even volunteering. Contact Erin at the Tustin Community Foundation at (714) 393-8506 for information about available slots. TAWC announces Young Women of the Month The Tustin Area Woman’s Club named Aubry Johnson and Elaine Cui its Young Women of the Month for April. Aubry Johnson from Tustin High School has excelled academically and athletically throughout her educational career. She participated in water polo, swim and volleyball. She has demonstrated leadership in the Tustin High School Model United Nations program. With a passion for adventure and personal growth, she is a certified SCUBA diver, has gone skydiving and enjoys snowboarding. She is currently an employee at REI. Aubry looks forward to attending the University of California at San Diego or Santa Barbara this fall. Elaine Cui, from Beckman High School, is a viola player in the chamber orchestra group and enjoys making music with her friends. She is the founder of the Astronomy Club, which aims to spread love and appreciation for worlds beyond our own. Cui is the President of OC Science, an organization that encourages STEAM education among youth. She is interested in applications of computer science to other fields and has performed interdisciplinary research. She plans to major in computer science at either Cal Tech or Duke University. Aubry Johnson The beautiful tiered wedding cake Groom Jimmy Falk and his groomsmen Orange High School Marine Corps JROTC Bride Kathleen Tighe in her bespoke gown and veil The bride and groom light a new candle together, signifying their union, as Priest Louis Hermann directs. Elaine Cui French Wedding is highlight of VPHS By Andie Mills A combination of theatrics, ceremony, music and camaraderie, celebrating springtime and love, is a highlight each year at Villa Park High School. The school’s French Program, headed by Madame Fatima Pazargadi, has produced the extravaganza for 19 years. With student Ivy Lloyd as the wedding coordinator and emcee, this year’s theme incorporated butterflies, signifying the preservation of nature. Also celebrating world cultures, the event was dedicated to the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris. An arch of flowers, tulip centerpieces and a three-tier cake adorned with flowers and butterflies carried out the theme. The Orange High Marine Corps JROTC presented the flags, and teacher Jonathan Pongco played the “Wedding March." Principal Dennis McCuistion played the father of the bride, walking Kathleen Tighe down the aisle to meet her groom Jimmy Falk. Mme. Kathryn Moffat was the mother of the groom. Lexi McCarroll was the maid of honor, while Brian Wilson was best man. Bridesmaids in mint included Samaira Multani, Yvonne Vu, Sadie Clemmons, Sophia Imsande, Emily Cooper and Kiana Ramirez. The groomsmen were Youssef Badr, Yoshua Alcantara, David Arguello, JT Meredith, Anthony Elkhoury and Ryan Gerger. The ring bearer was Johnathan Bates, and the flower girls were Vivienne Bennett, London Clemmons, Kenzi Clemmons and Abigail Robinson. Louis Hermann acted as the priest; garland holders were Alexis Aakre, Jessie Richards, Eleanor Hutchinson, Lauren Deschenes, Kara Smith, Sydnie Bennet, Lucy Barnhart, Isabella Camera, Amani Rahman, Taylor Foster, Brianna Santiago and Fernanda Trujillo. Readings were given by Lily Barajas, Darla Flynn, Alia Erkelens, Tyler Rallison and Erica Wynn. Ava Moore, Antonio Romero, Mars Elizarraras, Aaron Woolett and Kayla Hodge added to the ceremony with their musical talents. Guests included city officials, OUSD board members, parents and community members, enjoying fresh crepes and the beautiful rendition of a timeless story. Andrew Suskind
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