Oxnard-- The Oxnard Eagles continued their long-standing tradition of people helping people Saturday, March 11, as the group hosted a benefit for the Children’s Fund.
THE Auxiliary event raised money for the Children’s Fund, which benefits the Ventura County Medical Center NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) and PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care unit).
The evening featured Irish Stew, gift baskets full of prizes donated by local businesses and raffled, plus plenty of music.
Eagles Members came dressed in green clothing and made the night memorable.
Connie Echevarria said the proceeds help the babies in need during their stay at the Hospital.
“I have a set of twins that used that unit 30 years ago, so I do my fundraisers for them,” she said. “I asked everybody for a basket, and we have over 32 baskets for the raffle. We have a silent auction coming up with a traveling slow cooker. We have a pressure cooker, a beer sign, and a donation of fresh meat.”
Connie did not have a favorite basket but noted they were all good.
“We have Margarita Baskets, Car Wash Baskets, a men’s basket for toiletries, a lot of different items,” she said.
Walt Seymour said his…
