What is Talica, you ask? It’s a wonderful organization that is 100 % dedicated to expanding access to information for public schools and others in very rural and isolated areas of Central America. You can read more about this non-profit group here: www.talica.org. The pictures above are just an example of what Talica does with funds raised. This building, before and after, is now the site of a wonderful community center on the first floor and a library on the second floor. Representatives from Talica travel to remote areas in Central America to meet with people, see what is needed and then decide how funds will be invested to help. This particular building is located in Balgue, Ometepe, Nicaragua. It is the information base for the entire area, serving over 1,000 children and parents. Literacy is so very important for people all over the world. Sue Ellen Wortzell, Founding Director of Talica, is an Atlanta educator who works tirelessly to promote Talica and its goal to educate and inspire people in Central America who would not otherwise have this opportunity to learn. Talica is dedicated to bringing books and information to rural impoverished regions of Central America. The written word, as presented in books for all ages, is what opens the mind and allows people to grow and experience life at its best. Their motto: We find schools that can’t find us!
Talica North/South Dinner 2014
On Saturday, January 31st. a very special event is taking place at one of my favorite restaurants, Coastal Kitchen. The North/South dinner will be held in the private dining room of the restaurant. Two amazing chefs will join to provide an elaborate meal that will delight and satisfy the most discerning palate! My friend, photographer, Donna MacPherson is on the Talica Board of Directors, hence the connection with the North. Donna was born in Nova Scotia and visits family there regularly.
Chef Alain Bosse
Chef Alain Bosse aka The Kilted Chef, will represent the North, via Donna’s invitation. He travels to St. Simons Island for the event from Nova Scotia. He brings the most delectable lobster and mussels with which to prepare several of the evening’s dishes. What fun to watch this talented chef prepare fresh seafood and other yummy treats!
Chef Darin
The South is represented by Chef Darin Sehner from Savannah’s The Mansion On Forsyth Park. Chef Darin is the talented executive chef at this fabulous property that I featured in a recent post. He is delightful and uber talented as well!
Both chef’s will work together to create an evening you will never forget! An event like this doesn’t come around every day! I highly recommend the dinner as well as supporting the organization, Talica. More information on this event is on the website, listed above. Bon Apetit!
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Sue Ellen Wortzel Says:
Thank you so much for posting our event. We look forward to a wonderful evening and meeting great folks! TALICA’s work is critical to many teachers and students.
I do have one correction for your readers. The event is Saturday, January 31st instead of Friday.
Thank you again for supporting us!
