Board member Rebecca Campbell to step into interim role After three years and change serving at the top of immersive arts corporation Meow Wolf CEO Jose Tolosa will step down from the company at the end of May with board member Rebecca Campbell taking over as interim CEO while the company conducts an external search to permanently fill the position "Leading Meow Wolf through this phase of transformation has been the greatesthonor of my professional life,” Tolosa says in a prepared statement from the company “I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built together and I’m confident the company is poised for an even more magical and mind-expanding future I’m proud to pass the baton and excited for what’s next—for Meow Wolf and for me.” very complex projects," Kadlubek tells SFR put us in a really good position over the years—he pointed us to the LA and New York City projects and we have really solid projects happening with traditional media partners that are now set up for success." "there’s a well-established vision of where we’re going that feels a lot more ambitions and authentically creative and there are a lot of great things that Jose positioned us for." Tolosa's reign, however, was rocky at times, particularly during layoffs last year in both April and December which ultimately resulted in an employee-spurred online petition calling for his resignation and supporters who feel that it is time for change," the petition read the company has been steered in the wrong direction By his own admission we are facing economic and creative hurdles that we haven't seen before We believe these are directly due to the decisions made by Jose and his executives We are asking for Jose Tolosa to step down and for the Meow Wolf Board to hold a dedicated search for leaders that can take the company into the future economically and creatively." "It's not part of it from what I'm hearing but of course I think having a positive relationships with the union is critical to us having a fruitful future,"  Kadlubek says "I also think having Rebecca come in as the interim CEO is great now that we're in the process of moving into the next phase of delivering all the things Jose positioned for us." Meow Wolf Vice President of PR & Communications Kati Murphy agrees "Jose led Meow Wolf through a meaningful time of growth and change and we're thankful for the steady leadership he brought when it was needed most," she says gets the work and brings the kind of thoughtful The Meow Wolf Workers Collective posted a statement to social media that read: "We wish Jose Tolosa the best in his next endeavors This is a great opportunity for a reset on leadership and employee relations as we get close to contract negotiations in 2026 We look forward to working with Interim CEO Rebecca Campbell to resolve outstanding issues and lay the foundation for the future." SFR Culture Editor Alex De Vore has written about the Santa Fe culture scene for over a decade and won awards for doing so He's pretty tired of Americana and still hopes new punk bands might happen “House of Eternal Return.” The company on Monday announced its CEO Jose Tolosa would step down at the end of the month will be replaced in the interim by board member and former Walt Disney Co The CEO who helped Meow Wolf expand into the Texas market and who led the company during a time of financial uncertainty and layoffs will step down at the end of the month An external search is underway for the next Meow Wolf leader Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content it provides narrative coverage of local trends going beyond the headlines to keep you informed Matthew Narvaiz is a business editor for the Albuquerque Journal. 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through the end of May to support the transition During his tenure, Meow Wolf opened two exhibitions in Grapevine and Houston The company also secured future locations in Los Angeles and New York Tolosa oversaw the launch of the Meow Wolf app and introduced a new digital layer to enhance guest engagement Tolosa helped to recruit a new executive team and implemented employee programmes including performance reviews and a bonus structure “Leading Meow Wolf through this phase of transformation has been the greatest honor of my professional life,” said Tolosa “I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built together, and I’m confident the company is poised for an even more magical and mind-expanding future “With a strong foundation now in place I’m proud to pass the baton and excited for what’s next – for Meow Wolf and for me.” Campbell, who joined the Meow Wolf board in January 2024 brings more than 25 years’ experience from the Walt Disney Company including president of Disneyland Resort and president of the Walt Disney Company in Europe “Meow Wolf’s bold creativity and community spirit are what drew me in from the start,” said Campbell “I’m honored to support the team through this transition and excited to help build on the incredible foundation already in place.”  Get the latest attractions industry news direct to your inbox More from this author Blooloop is taking climate action and is now B Corp Certified speed and the best experience on this site Posted by | Sep 11 PASO ROBLES — Tolosa Children’s Dental Center (TCDC) recently received a $4,000 grant from AgWest Farm Credit. The funds from AgWest’s Rural Community Grant Project will be used to purchase a Statim G4 Sterilizer for the San Luis Obispo Center. The Statim is essential in creating a more efficient sterilization process As a nonprofit and a significant oral health-care provider TCDC relies on community support to provide quality Tolosa Children’s Dental Center sincerely appreciates AgWest 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badge with the motto that identifies the campaign: "We want Eusle to spread like a virus and although we are going to start with his parents the organizers will meet weekly with the participants to share and receive experiences they will receive testimonies of the experience and an assessment even if they have not yet determined that they have no support the organizers wanted to call the population to live in pure Basque highlighting that today it is possible in Tolosa: "80% of Tolosans are able to understand Basque which means that anyone who wants to speak Basque can do so without fear of not being understood Parents are the mirror of children and they should also be role models.” The Eusle campaign will be rounded up by the giant Arnastu Euskara lipdub This news has been published by the Portal of Tolosaldea and we bring it to LA LUZ using the license CC by-sa Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and 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According to the data cited by Sacha Briand, about 10% of the French population owns a cryptocurrency wallet more and more people are using payment cards linked to their crypto wallets to make daily purchases Even financial giants like VISA and Mastercard are developing solutions based on cryptocurrencies a sign that the sector is gaining increasing relevance in traditional payment circuits Although Toulouse has adopted cryptocurrencies, Tisséo will not directly receive these digital assets, but will use an integrated payment module that will automatically convert Bitcoin and other crypto into euros at the time of the transaction and compliant transactions with financial regulations The adoption of this payment method could have a significant impact Approximately 200 million ticket validations are recorded each year in the city’s transportation system involving an average of 250,000 passengers per day If only 10% of users will use cryptocurrencies it is estimated that between 20,000 and 25,000 people could benefit from this option Toulouse is a city with a strong presence of students and young workers a category particularly open to the use of new technologies This could encourage the adoption of cryptocurrency payments making Toulouse a reference point in financial innovation in the public transport sector in Europe “We have always closely followed the evolution of technology like when we introduced 4G connectivity in the metro” The adoption of cryptocurrency payments follows the same philosophy fitting into the innovative initiatives that characterize the city If this experimental phase yields good results payment in cryptocurrencies could also expand to other public services this decision will require further evaluations as the administrative procedures for the adoption of cryptocurrencies in public services are complex Despite the enthusiasm around this innovation it is important to remember that cryptocurrencies remain highly volatile assets Their value can fluctuate rapidly due to speculation and market movements who must be aware of the possible value fluctuations at the time of payment The introduction of cryptocurrency payments in Toulouse’s public transportation represents an important step forward in the evolution of urban financial systems This initiative could not only facilitate payments for citizens and tourists but also pave the way for other European cities ready to modernize their services the future of public transportation could see an increasingly widespread integration of digital currencies Stay updated on all the news about cryptocurrencies and the entire world of blockchain Arts juggernaut announces a second round of 2024 cuts while petition calls for CEO’s resignation Following staff reductions in April that cost more than 150 employees their jobs across locations in New Mexico, Texas, Nevada and Colorado, arts corporation Meow Wolf today announced it will once again lay off workers “Meow Wolf is addressing two key challenges: Evolving trends in the arts and entertainment space, which have included lower visitation patterns, and a shift in our internal roadmap with our next exhibition now planned for late 2026,” a company statement reads, referring to the company’s planned expansion into Los Angeles in 2026, which it announced a few weeks after April’s layoffs we have internally announced a strategic restructuring of our central staff to align with our future priorities,” the statement continues we offered eligible employees the option to apply for a voluntary separation package—an approach that reflects our commitment to providing thoughtful and compassionate support during this transition This step allows employees to make decisions that best align with their personal and professional goals while helping us adapt thoughtfully to our changing landscape.” The statement did not include details regarding the voluntary separation packages because the number of employees who ultimately agree to the terms will likely inform the final number of layoffs Meow Wolf Vice President of Public Relations Kati Murphy tells SFR the company won’t know the final numbers until a later date Meow Wolf has opened exhibits in Las Vegas These include challenging company leadership to hold Tolosa and other C-suite employees accountable for their decision-making by reducing executive level positions at the company; to honor union contracts and relations; and to move away from a contractor-focused model while prioritizing employees with institutional knowledge and increased floor staff “The workers at the bottom should not be the tool to ‘fix’ decisions at the top,” the statement reads “It is especially despicable this time of year Meow Wolf deserves better and our guests deserve better.” an open online petition sponsored by the MWWC calling for Tolosa to step down has garnered more than 160 signatures as of this writing titles and disciplines from across the company present this letter as a comprehensive vote of no confidence in your ability to lead this company forward,” the petition reads in part “We have lost faith in your ability to manage Meow Wolf effectively The petition can be read in full here “learned a lot in 2022 and 2023” about how to operate its exhibitions incorporated that understanding and “today we’re running significantly more successful exhibitions.” The company also decided to cancel a 2025 project that was never announced publicly “Since 2022…we successfully launched two of three exhibitions” he says referring to Grapevine’s The Real Unreal and Houston’s Radio Tave and we find ourselves with a roadmap where we’re going on a 24-month hiatus between Houston and LA.”  is the company “responding to business circumstances." and we are today running our exhibitions as successfully as we can.” Meow Wolf union members remain unconvinced According to Senior Story Editor & Lore Keeper and and union Executive Vice President Michael J the layoffs make staying optimistic about the company’s future difficult “The union currently does not particularly have faith in the leadership of the company,” he says “It has been shown time and time again there are poor decisions being made both financially and creatively we have not finished a single project we have stated since the pandemic we’ve had three layoffs in the last three years with two just in the last year.” Wilson says that while the MWWC has sponsored the petition calling for Tolosa’s resignation it’s an employee-wide action—and a public one at that “We just want to be clear that Meow Wolf is a top-heavy company We are cognizant that business decisions have to be made and that layoffs are an unfortunate part of corporate America But the company should honor our union contracts and abide by fair labor practices That’s all we’re asking—but there’s a version of this that’s less painful and a version that’s more painful and we think they’re choosing to be less equitable.”  Former CEO and current Chief Vision Officer Vince Kadlubek characterizes the layoffs as a natural part of the company’s “ebb and flow,” and said he could not elaborate on which positions would be eliminated—or even be sure if his position will remain “I can speak firsthand from experience as former CEO of a much smaller version of this company,” he says “I totally honor and recognize the emotion of the moment and the perspectives of the employees We’re trying to figure out a sustainable model that can carry with it more consistency.” we have incredible potential ahead of us and we’ve accomplished things that are beyond even our wildest dreams For being a company that’s only eight years old and for having five of these massive complex exhibitions open we’re learning fast and navigating the waters.” Wilson and Kadlubek both confirm that the window for voluntary separation runs through Thursday with final layoffs slated for Dec “That means the company will go through two full weeks of feeling like shit,” Wilson adds This is a developing story and will be updated Medievalists.net the year 1212 would see the combined armies of Castile Aragon and Navarre facing off against the Almohads Michael and Kelly talk about a key battle of the Reconquista Kelly DeVries is a Professor at Loyola University in Maryland and Honorary Historical Consultant at the Royal Armouries, and currently teaching at the United States Air Force Academy. 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In addition to his scholarship and teaching, he is a longtime activist with BDS Valencia and the Red Solidaria contra la Ocupación de Palestina (RESCOP) a network of Spanish organizations working in solidarity with Palestine.  This genocide has been documented audiovisually more than any other It is the worst genocide of our generation and the one that speaks most harshly about the complicity of the West But it is also historic because of the gigantic and growing response of solidarity on the part of millions of people and organizations throughout the world.  beginning on Palestinian Prisoners’ Day (April 17 the student encampments initiated in the United States are occupying a prominent place The fact that it is a horizontal and rhizomatic movement without being directed by large political parties or unions gives it a capacity for multiplication and an extraordinary flexibility.  the political authorities who order the repression of people in these camps should learn from history and should know that the more they repress the more they will spread indignation and solidarity throughout the world many other Spanish universities are already joining we were the first in Spain and one of the first in Europe and the Mediterranean region Since BDS Valencia (formed in 2012) and Students for Palestine (formed in 2023) we thought that the solidarity should continue growing the format of encampments on a university campus could be a very fruitful approach.  There are three local and national factors that pushed us to take this step: First Valencia has a long and intense history of solidarity with Palestine: in 2018 alone the Valencia City Council and the Valencian Parliament (the regional parliament that represents the legislative power over more than five million people) joined the BDS framework declaring themselves Spaces Free of Israeli Apartheid and becoming the largest city and parliament in the world to join BDS this solidarity has multiplied with countless actions and demonstrations and this has been the ground on which the current encampment has been built.  the experience of the 15M movement in Spain (whose New York version was Occupy Wall Street) reminds us of the great social and political potential of encampments in public spaces the student movement in Valencia and in Spain as a whole was more paralyzed than usual being the most important cause of humanity right now All images courtesy of Acampada Palestine UV The objective is to contribute to ending the genocide in Gaza in the short term and to the decolonization of Palestine in the medium-long term The concrete petitions are directed to the University of Valencia (UV) and the Spanish government and are in line with BDS.  to not signing any agreement or convention with Israeli institutions neither now nor in the future until there is an end to Israel’s crimes against humanity against the Palestinian people and its systematic and massive violations of human rights.  and collaborations with Palestinian universities.  The end to all collaboration and contracts with companies and institutions that are complicit in Israel’s crimes against humanity in Palestine (HP Sever relations with institutions that repress student movements in solidarity with the Palestinian people.  An end to arms sales and relations with Israel.  Join the South African initiative at the UN International Court of Justice.   This means that Spanish courts can return to trying those responsible for crimes against humanity and genocide such as the political and military authorities of the State of Israel.   Put an end to the persecution and criminalization of solidarity with Palestine, and repeal the Gag Law [a repressive security law passed in Spain in 2015 - ed.] and the Alien Law [Spain’s current immigration legislation which has been criticized for locking migrants into second-class status in the county - ed.] Solidarity movements with the Palestinian people are being repressed and punished the Alien Law is a central pillar of Spanish institutional racism and the Palestinian cause is inseparable from the antiracist cause.  Demand the release of all Palestinian political prisoners held by the Israeli state.  Although the majority of Spanish universities don’t have the same high level of complicity with the genocidal Israeli regime as many US universities in several cases they have agreements (including with “universities” located in West Bank settlement colonies whose very existence is a war crime according to international law) and joint projects and named chairs with companies like HP.  the BDS movements in Spain (coordinated within RESCOP) have succeeded in stopping some of this complicity (here in Valencia in 2021 we succeeded in getting the UV to stop an agreement with Ariel University) In terms of the Spanish government’s position even though in some circles it’s considered to be one of the most critical of Israel in the West (along with Ireland) and especially for me as an activist with these organizations and as an academic dedicated to Palestine the key is that the Spanish state continues to buy and sell weapons from/to Israel (despite the fact that Spanish and European law prohibits it and 78 percent of Spanish society supports the embargo) and continues having all types of relations with Israel.  The cabinet of hope of the Palestinian people is full of words which means the end of complicity at all levels.  AboutContact BlueskyYouTubeFacebookInstagram Glenorchy’s Tolosa Park has been handed back to the Glenorchy City Council involved the partial demolition of a 20-metre-high dam wall and extensive earthworks to create an open parkland with water features TasWater General Manager of Project Delivery Tony Willmott said the completion was an exciting milestone for the community “Tolosa Park is an important area to the people of Glenorchy and to see the area transformed into a beautiful parkland is particularly satisfying,” he said “I’ve worked in this community for 35 years of my life and I can remember going to Tolosa Park for barbeques as a kid myself It holds so many amazing memories for people across the region.” The original dam was removed from the water network and emptied in 2018 after TasWater built two above-ground reservoirs “We are delighted to have created something that will be enjoyed for generations to come through this project,” Willmott said TasWater partnered with the council to fund the project contributing $3.2 million to the redevelopment Glenorchy Mayor Sue Hickey said she was excited to officially take over management of the parkland Tolosa Park is one of Tasmania’s largest and most popular passive recreation areas and is classified as a regional park for southern Tasmania,” Hickey said “The work undertaken by TasWater marks a brand new and exciting chapter for this iconic area.” The completion of the project paves the way for the council to progress its future plans for the area as part of its Tolosa Park Master Plan Stage B of the master plan will see the open area transformed into a recreational parkland and space for events and a network of paved walking trails created It will also include the installation shelters Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526. Copyright © 2025. Pulse Tasmania is published by Pulse Media Group Pty Ltd. Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is an autoimmune astrocytopathy caused by the autoantibody of aquaporin-4 (AQP4). Herein, we report a case of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome presenting with abducens palsy and AQP4 antibodies. This was a rare case of AQP4-immunoglobulin G seropositivity in a patient with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome. Our findings may expand the clinical phenotype of NMOSD and indicate that clinicians should consider testing for AQP4 antibodies in patients with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome. Volume 15 - 2024 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2024.1326867 This article is part of the Research TopicThe diagnostic difficulties of immune-mediated neuropathiesView all 9 articles Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is an autoimmune astrocytopathy caused by the autoantibody of aquaporin-4 (AQP4) we report a case of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome presenting with abducens palsy and AQP4 antibodies This was a rare case of AQP4-immunoglobulin G seropositivity in a patient with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome Our findings may expand the clinical phenotype of NMOSD and indicate that clinicians should consider testing for AQP4 antibodies in patients with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome This report describes a case of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome with AQP4 antibody seropositivity the horizontal diplopia had completely improved and the visual acuity in the left eye had changed from 0.8 to 1.0 decimal A repeat AQP4-IgG test result was negative together with improvement in the MRI abnormality at 2 months The patient had no recurrence in the subsequent 2 years on azathioprine (100 mg daily) Axial T2-weighted FLAIR image showing several small high-signal foci in the cerebral white matter (A) A fat-suppressed axial T2-weighted image shows a slight infiltrative change in the left orbital apex with intermediate signal intensity (B) Fat-suppressed contrast-enhanced axial and coronal T1-weighted images reveal mild perineural enhancement in the left orbital apex (yellow arrows) with no enhancement of the optic nerve (C–E) A suspicious extension into the left cavernous sinus through the superior orbital fissure (white arrow) is noted Two-month follow-up MR images after steroid pulse therapy Fat-suppressed contrast-enhanced axial and coronal T1-weighted images show improved perineural enhancement in the left orbital apex (red arrows) The size of the left cavernous sinus appears to have reduced (red arrows) (A,B) this is the first report of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome with AQP4-immunoglobulin G seropositivity who had mild optic neuritis and was seropositive for AQP4-IgG presented with symptoms of horizontal diplopia and pain as well as inflammation of the cavernous sinus and orbital apex leading to a clinical diagnosis of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome These features have not previously been recognized in AQP4-IgG-related disorders our findings may expand the clinical spectrum of NMOSD phenotypes Recent NMOSD diagnostic criteria include the following: (i) at least one core clinical characteristic, (ii) positive test for AQP4-IgG, and (iii) exclusion of alternative diagnoses (3, 6) Although the optic nerve did not present the long segment involvement typical of NMOSD the diagnosis was considered as probable NMOSD because our patient met the criteria for optic neuritis and was seropositive for AQP4 antibody abduction palsy with cavernous and orbital apex inflammation is an uncommon symptom in NMOSD Tolosa-Hunt syndrome is characterized by idiopathic orbital inflammatory diseases, including orbital pseudotumors (7), and is associated with cranial nerve palsy (4, 8). The ocular motor cranial nerves (III, IV, and VI), optic nerve (II), and infrequently other cranial nerves (V and VII) or sympathetic innervation of the pupil may be involved (4, 9) The current patient exhibited involvement of the optic (II) and abducens (VI) nerves and periorbital pain which was consistent with the typical clinical features of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome MRI also revealed inflammation in the cavernous sinus and orbital apex supporting the diagnosis of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome In particular, abduction palsy with cavernous and orbital apex inflammation is not easy to explain by NMOSD. However, hypertrophic pachymeningitis has also occurred in NMOSD without and with peripheral cranial nerve involvement (5, 14–17) some painful idiopathic pachymeningitis with multiple cranial neuropathy demonstrated asymmetric cavernous sinus enhancement on brain MRI it seems reasonable to assume that a cavernous sinus lesion by focal pachymeningitis could occur because of NMOSD This case provides physicians with a broader perspective on the possibility of NMOSD in patients with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome or pachymeningitis This case will help expand our knowledge of the clinical phenotypes of NMOSD it may be necessary to consider adding an AQP4 antibody test which is not currently performed in patients with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome or pachymeningitis The raw data supporting the conclusions of this article will be made available by the authors The studies involving human participants were reviewed and approved by the Ethics Committee of Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital The patients/participants provided their written informed consent to participate in this study The studies were conducted in accordance with the local legislation and institutional requirements Written informed consent was obtained from the individual(s) for the publication of any potentially identifiable images or data included in this article The author(s) declare that no financial support was received for the research The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest All claims expressed in this article are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of their affiliated organizations Any product that may be evaluated in this article or claim that may be made by its manufacturer is not guaranteed or endorsed by the publisher Diagnosis and treatment of NMO Spectrum disorder and MOG-encephalomyelitis Diagnostic value of aquaporin-4-IgG live cell based assay in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders Update on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromyelits optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD)—revised recommendations of the Neuromyelitis Optica study group (NEMOS) Part I: diagnosis and differential diagnosis Headache Classification Committee of the International Headache Society (IHS) The international classification of headache disorders PubMed Abstract | Crossref Full Text | Google Scholar Probable neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder presenting with recurrent cranial neuropathy International consensus diagnostic criteria for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders Non-specific orbital inflammation: current understanding and unmet needs PubMed Abstract | Crossref Full Text | Google Scholar The evaluation of ICHD-3 beta diagnostic criteria for Tolosa-hunt syndrome: a study of 22 cases of Tolosa-hunt syndrome PubMed Abstract | Crossref Full Text | Google Scholar Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated diffuse orbital inflammation Orbital inflammation in myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease: a case report and review of the literature Recurrent cranial neuropathy as a clinical presentation of idiopathic inflammation of the dura mater: a possible relationship to Tolosa-hunt syndrome and cranial pachymeningitis Meningeal and vestibulocochlear nerve enhancement in neuromyelitis optica PubMed Abstract | Crossref Full Text | Google Scholar Hypertrophic pachymeningitis accompanying neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder: a case report Cortical and leptomeningeal involvement in three cases of neuromyelitis optica Audiological evidence of therapeutic effect of steroid treatment in neuromyelitis optica with hearing loss Lee E-J and Kim N-H (2024) Case report: Tolosa-Hunt syndrome—expanding the neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder phenotype Received: 24 October 2023; Accepted: 25 January 2024; Published: 14 February 2024 Copyright © 2024 Park, Jang, Lee and Kim. 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Volunteers are needed at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa The mission is looking for docents to help the public learn about the mission and to provide tours to the public and to schools Staff at the mission say you need to be 18 and older to be a docent but you do *not have to be part of the church and that volunteers should love history and we're the only mission that has been continually ringing the bells by hand That's another thing they can do if they want and how it ties into the community," Hank Prager and 25 at the youth center from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m but the mission staff says they can work with you if you miss one of the pieces of training you may reach out via phone or email at office@oldmissionslo.org or (805) 781-8220 Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a Spanish mission founded on Sept by Father Junípero Serra in San Luis Obispo The mission is located at 751 Palm Street and the gift shop and museum hours are Wednesday through Sunday 11 a.m Docent tours are offered year-round seven days a week a guided tour begins at the Mission Plaza doors in front of the gift shop at 1:15 p.m A new mural depicting the journey of water through Tasmania’s landscapes has been unveiled at Tolosa Park in Glenorchy the large-scale artwork covers the two reservoir tanks at the park encouraging locals to appreciate the origins of their water supply The designs of Mount Gould and the Styx River were selected by the community and now blend seamlessly into the surrounding environment “The concept behind the works was to provide a visual representation of the course water takes to end up in these tanks and effectively their homes,” Bowe said “I don’t believe everyone is aware just how far the catchment of the Derwent River stretches – part of the watershed boundary being the Du Cane range depicted in the work.” He said the murals transform the water tanks from a piece of infrastructure into an accessible piece of art for the whole community “You don’t have to go to an art gallery or museum It is there for everyone to share – this work was one for the people.” Glenorchy Mayor Sue Hickey said the initiative has fostered a “sense of pride and connection” within the community “We hope it becomes a landmark in its own right which has an ever-growing reputation for world class art.” TasWater started the Asset Art Program in 2017 in an attempt to discourage graffiti on their infrastructure “The program has since evolved into a community-driven initiative concrete utility assets a real source of pride,” said TasWater General Manager Customer and Community Matt Balfe 24 sites across Tasmania have been transformed Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 Pulse Tasmania is published by Pulse Media Group Pty Ltd Tolosa had equalled the longstanding 60 metre national record of 7.23 seconds at last year’s championship in Glasgow The national record was set by Harmon Harmon on March 5 Tolosa said: “Training and preparation has been good I’ve had to deal with a few niggles the past few weeks “I have been competing in the New Zealand season for the last couple of months and preparing for the New Zealand Nationals which will take place in early March “It’ll lead up well towards the indoor championship mid-March where I’ll end my 2024/2025 season.” Tolosa says he is looking forward to competing on the big stage again and performing better than he had before He said his coach Matthew Wyatt believes his 60m is in good shape “I had run 7.23 last world indoor champs and have improved since then on the outdoor track over the 60m distance “My current PB (personal best) is 7.20 and if my preparation from here on out goes smoothly and if it’s in God’s will I aim to set a new Cook Island record in China.” Athletics Cook Islands president Simone Fe’ao says Tolosa has had a great year training in New Zealand under coach Matt Wyatt and his 2024/25 has started well with some good results in the New Zealand athletics season Lechner also spoke about the Three Principles of Translation: Stockton University 101 Vera King Farris Drive Galloway, NJ 08205-9441 (609) 652-1776 Maps, Directions & Parking Accessibility Statement Additional Locations and we're committed to consistently delivering significant value to our shareholders Hamilton Appoints Athena Tolosa as Chief Financial Officer at Hamilton Re (NYSE: HG) (“Hamilton” or “the Company”) announced today the appointment of Athena Tolosa as Chief Financial Officer at Hamilton Re the Company’s Bermuda-based insurance and reinsurance underwriting platform replacing Chad Cundliffe who has retired from the organisation Tolosa will report to Hamilton Re Chief Executive Officer Megan Thomas and Group Chief Accounting Officer Brian Deegan and is based in Bermuda “Athena’s appointment is an excellent addition to Hamilton and I look forward to working closely with her She has an accomplished financial background with an impressive track record in the industry Her experience and counsel will help to ensure our finance team pursues its key priorities in support of Hamilton Re’s continued success “We are grateful for Chad’s contributions during his over nine years with Hamilton We respect his decision to move home to Canada with his family and wish him all the best.” “I’m pleased to welcome someone of Athena’s caliber to the Hamilton team She will play a key role in the leadership of our global finance team.” Tolosa has enjoyed a successful 18+ year career in the (re)insurance industry She joins Hamilton from RenaissanceRe where she held a range of senior roles for five years most recently serving as Senior Vice President Tolosa spent 11 years at Tokio Millenium Re (now RenaissanceRe) where she held roles of increasing seniority in both Bermuda and Switzerland she worked with EY in Bermuda and PwC in the Philippines Hamilton is a Bermuda-headquartered company that underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty each with dedicated and experienced leadership provide us with access to diversified and profitable business around the world For more about our company, visit www.hamiltongroup.com or find us on LinkedIn at Hamilton Our email alert signup form has been configured to work with most browsers, but if you're having any trouble signing up, please email your details to us at [email protected] and we'll make sure you're added to the list — The family of a 15-year-old girl who died in a car crash in Issaquah earlier this week is sharing more about her life where three other teenagers were also seriously hurt two cars were traveling at a high rate of speed on Highlands Dr Northeast approaching the intersection at Discovery Dr The first vehicle was an Infinity and the second was a Mercedes The driver of the Infinity failed to stop at a red light as a third driver was turning left on a green signal causing the Infinity to go out of control and hit a light pole said her sister was the light of their life “She was a really fun and beautiful person; she loved being with her friends She was an incredible aunt to all of her nieces and nephews The three other teenagers involved in the crash were Ashley’s friends She said she has one message for them and hopes they learn from this situation just be thankful that they were able to get through it and for the future think about the things they do because everything has consequences,” said Kelly Tolosa Washington State Troopers investigating the crash said they still don’t have anything to confirm this was a street racing incident They do confirm the driver will face vehicular homicide charges once they’re released from the hospital Kelly and her family said they appreciate the outpouring of support they’ve been receiving from friends and community members “We love her and we’re really going to miss her but she’s forever going to be with us in our hearts and everywhere we go,” she added Issaquah High School is providing counseling for students who may have known Ashley or the other students and they encourage them to reach out if they need help Pulumbarit and Senior Researcher Essel Tolosa The Yerba Buena (Mentha x villosa Huds Fam Lamiaceae) (Photo courtesy of Senior Researcher Essel Tolosa) In a groundbreaking development in herbal medicine researchers from UP Manila have successfully formulated a Yerba Buena tablet as a natural alternative to commercial analgesics.  which aims to provide a safer and more effective solution for pain management was presented by Senior Researcher Essel Tolosa during the 2nd Philippine Pharma and Healthcare Expo and was developed by the National Integrated Research Program on Medicinal Plants (NIRPROMP) in collaboration with the Institute of Herbal Medicine of the National Institutes of Health.  Institute of Herbal Medicine (IHM) Senior Researcher Essel Tolosa presented Yerba buena as a natural alternative to managing pain during the 2nd Philippine Pharma and Healthcare Expo Harnessing the Power of Yerba Buena in Addressing Pain  Pain is prevalent in the Philippines due to common medical procedures with many mothers experiencing pain from vaginal birth and episiotomies Over 90% of Filipino males undergo circumcision while minor surgeries like biopsies and incisions are routinely performed 85.2% of five-year-olds had dental caries in 2018 has long been used in traditional medicine for its analgesic properties It has been commonly utilized for ailments such as headaches with extensive research backing its efficacy the Yerba Buena tablet is poised to become a viable alternative to synthetic pain relievers The development of the yerba buena tablet underwent rigorous preclinical and clinical trials led by a team of esteemed researchers: Dr Their studies found that yerba buena contains β-sitosterol and β-D-glucoside—compounds with significant analgesic properties In preclinical studies using the tail-flick method in mice results showed significant analgesic effects findings revealed that the terba buena tablet had an onset of pain relief within 10 minutes lasting up to 13 hours in relieving moderate to severe post-operative pain from circumcision and childbirth—comparable to conventional analgesics like paracetamol it did not exhibit common side effects such as gastric irritation or liver toxicity which are associated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) particularly liver damage due to its metabolite NAPQI a toxic byproduct produced during the xenobiotic metabolism of paracetamol when taken in high doses A Game Changer in the Herbal Medicine Market Despite the herbal drug market in the Philippines being valued at around P1.2 billion annually it remains small compared to the country’s P138 billion synthetic drug industry with the increasing demand for natural alternatives the yerba buena tablet has the potential to make a significant impact due to its proven efficacy and safety making it a potential game changer in the field of pain management The yerba buena tablet also offers a competitive advantage with regard to its cost and efficacy it contrasts with aspirin and NSAIDs like ibuprofen which are effective but often come with gastric irritation.  “Filipinos have long trusted herbal medicine we now have a clinically proven natural alternative that can rival synthetic analgesics,” said Tolosa during a recent presentation The yerba buena tablet was previously included in the Philippine National Formulary in 2008 but was removed due to the lack of a commercially available product with the technology reaching Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 it is fully developed and ready for mass production The innovation has also secured its intellectual property rights ensuring its protection and opening doors for investors and pharmaceutical companies interested in bringing the product to market With its remarkable benefits and market potential the researchers behind the yerba buena tablet are actively seeking partnerships for its commercialization Tolosa emphasized that this Filipino innovation could provide a more affordable and safer alternative for pain relief while promoting the country’s rich heritage in herbal medicine.# ______________________________________________________________________ For those interested in collaborating or investing in this breakthrough UP Manila encourages stakeholders to contact the TTBDO for further discussions UP Manila Technology Transfer and Business Development Office2/F UP Manila Main Building Joaquin Gonzales Compound,Padre Faura Street and Public Affairs Office (UP Manila-IPPAO) The Basque restaurateur putting small farmers front and centre “I wake up every day thinking about what producer I’m going to talk to,” says Javier Rivero Yarza whose restaurant Ama Taberna revolves around the ingredients that local farmers supply on any given day He never negotiates the price of their produce and if the product he wants isn’t available he’ll chat to the farmer about what is available instead of going elsewhere he hopes to educate diners while supporting local producers and creating a menu that communicates the best of Basque in dishes such as roasted leeks and lobster salad Javier is also passionate about providing a healthy working environment for his team with a strong training programme and a policy of making sure nobody works more than eight hours or day and five days a week.Born in Villabona Javier was 19 years old when his mother died He missed the love for food that she brought to the house and thus vowed to follow a career path that would revalue the connection between food He swapped his engineering degree for a course at the Basque Culinary Center before opening Ama Taberna with co-owner Gorka Rica in Tolosa one of the strongest food towns in the Basque Country the restaurant is a tribute to his mother and also pays homage to women and their relevance in Basque culinary culture Ama Taberna showcases the region’s treasures and the work of its farmers and fishermen while helping turn the gastronomy sector into a better and caring place both for its customers and workers Having opened a second restaurant called Enea in San Sebastián in 2021 Javier shows commitment to his philosophy of championing local people and produce Read more about 50 Next Words:  Charlotte Coates New chief executive officer takes over from Carl Christensen Meow Wolf has announced that Jose Tolosa has been appointed to the role of CEO, taking over the role from interim co-CEO’s Carl Christensen, Ali Rubinstein and Jim Ward Tolosa has 25 years of experience in emerging industries a Fortune 200 entertainment conglomerate that includes well-known brands such as CBS He then moved into the role of chief transformation officer in 2017 and has led the integration process for the company’s merger with CBS since 2019 Tolosa will help to build the multimillion-dollar, award-winning arts production company’s expansion and growth A graduate of Harvard Business School and Georgetown University who hails from Puerto Rico he brings a people-first mentality and a commitment to diversity and equity “Meow Wolf has imagination at its core,” says Tolosa “It is not only poised to impact communities and artists but to change the way people think and experience the world around them “This unique and pivotal moment in the company’s history is an opportunity to seek sustainable expanding our exhibitions and engaging beyond the four walls I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to become a part of such a fantastic organization and I look forward to working with the talented Meow Wolf team.” He has stayed on as an advisor to Meow Wold Christensen and Rubinstein will return to their original roles as chief financial officer and chief creative officer Carl and Jim have been instrumental in building Meow Wolf into a strong strategic business for the past two years and we could not be more grateful for their leadership,” says Christopher Sobecki “We are excited for the new focus Jose will bring to the company as we continue to take Meow Wolf into new dimensions.” Last year, Meow Wolf opened two new permanent locations. Omega Mart in Las Vegas opened to the public in February 2021 and Denver’s Convergence Station followed in September This builds on the success of the original attraction Meow Wolf welcomed over 1,700,000 visitors across the three locations in 2021 It also hired more than 600 new team members last year bringing its total employees to almost 1000 The B-Corporation is committed to making a positive change and building a more inclusive and sustainable society “Meow Wolf’s mission continues to be inspiring creativity through art exploration and play so that imagination can change the world,” said Rubinstein “2021 proved this is possible and set the stage for what is to come We are ready to create more and inspire more and we believe Jose will guide this effort beautifully.” “We remain a social impact art project fueling a business and a business fueling a social impact art project,” said Christensen and maintain this essential part of ourselves as a company by constant examination of what we are putting into the world and how it is experienced We are thrilled to have Jose join us as we accelerate the evolution of Meow Wolf.” People often ask the question: is Meow Wolf art? The fact that this keeps being asked is telling, Meow Wolf founder Vince Kadlubek argued recently, in an opinion piece for blooloop More from this author After teaching himself computer technologies then diving into television production and web design Mustafa Tolosa has found success with Createsburg in Healdsburg mentoring Latino and industrial businesses on their public image Read about other notable entrepreneurs in the North Bay area. Also check out these winners of the Business Journal's Latino Business Leadership Awards the 31-year-old founder of Healdsburg marketing firm Createsburg is working to help other local business owners succeed and creates commercials for businesses in Northern California and beyond given Career Path presentations at local high schools and advised Latino small business owners at La Luz Center and other organizations including Santa Rosa Junior College Adult Education and Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County (I've also) partnered with the Hispanic Chamber Young Professionals Network of Sonoma County,” said Tolosa His ability to speak Spanish and English and long-standing relationships with industrial and Latino businesses have helped him and clients achieve together program manager for the Sonoma County Economic Development Board said Tolosa's work as a professional and volunteer have helped students and businesses “It's not easy to find people who are willing to donate their time to teach others Everything that has to do with technology is expensive ‘Just let me know where and when,'” said Suárez An additional benefit of Tolosa's work is that it makes the North Bay's Latino community more visible Every business Tolosa brings online showcases the North Bay's economic and cultural diversity spent most of his early years north of there in Cloverdale he changed school districts to attend Healdsburg High School He often visited his mother's family's ranch near Culiacán the capital of the Mexican state of Sinaloa “My mother's family is from the mountains in Sinaloa but I grew up with 32 first cousins who I saw a lot We're a really tight-knit family,” said Tolosa Tolosa started teaching himself computer programs computer languages and website technologies such as HTML and CSS he put in over 100 hours of volunteer work at Access Healdsburg the public television station at Healdsburg High School Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) program Tolosa taught other students the computer programs and languages he knew “Mustafa was really good at webpage design He became the teacher for a particular group in MESA class He also helped other students get to local and regional MESA competitions,” said Carolina Diaz now a Spanish teacher at Healdsburg High School Diaz said Tolosa is a leader who knows how to encourage peers Tolosa earned an associate's degree in digital media at Santa Rosa Junior College eventually joining a Santa Rosa marketing firm when he was 24 Tolosa said taking the clients “no one else wanted” from ages 18 to 25 taught him a great deal “I started working with cannabis dispensaries construction firms and clients who did not speak English Everyone else was going for wineries and fancy restaurants Tolosa left the Santa Rosa firm to found Createsburg Tolosa also co-founded On Fleek Makeup and Wax Studio in Windsor with his wife Tolosa runs Createsburg as a sole proprietorship hiring contractors in Mexico on an as-needed basis to assist him He also hires local filmmakers on an as-needed basis to operate secondary cameras during commercial shoots Tolosa declined to provide revenues figures for the company but said it is growing at double-digit rates “We were growing by around 15% to 20% at Createsburg until last year Once we started providing more video services and also domain and hosting services It's easy to find clients (because we're a marketing agency) but we can't find affordable employees willing to take on the work on a consistent basis in the U.S.” and serving a range of clients taught him advertising goes hand in hand with service “There's been times where I've generated advertising for a client and they get a lot more customers But they don't have the infrastructure to serve them It's hard to find enough good employees in the North Bay,” said Tolosa He said he learns more about advertising every day because it is an ever-changing industry Many of his clients think he is already one of the best owner of Dream Dress Quinceañera in Santa Rosa said Tolosa created an excellent website for the company in June 2019 Dominguez said customers find the site clear and easy to navigate that whatever we post on Instagram goes on the website too,” said Dominguez “We have seven locations in Sonoma and Marin counties which offers pest control in Sonoma and Marin counties said Tolosa has helped generate calls for the business “every week from new clients.” and calls me back within five minutes if there's a problem Then he works on the issue until it's solved.” Tolosa's goals for the future include finding new ways to reach out to high school students working with local clients and serving new clients out of state “They became entrepreneurs at the same time I did We talk a lot about business with each other,” said Tolosa The companies Tolosa's cousins founded include El Chande Restaurant in Culiacán an ice cream bar based in Culiacán that operates in multiple Mexican states Tolosa said his advice for new business owners is to not get “hung up on perfection.” “It's better to put something out there that's not 100% perfect you can achieve almost anything,” said Tolosa Tolosa added new business owners should seek to form long-term relationships “with everyone and make those relationships mutually beneficial.” The Industry's Leading Publication for Wineries and Growers a privately-owned winery in San Luis Obispo proudly welcomes Frederic Delivert as its new winemaker on July 24 Delivert brings extensive experience in Napa Valley to Edna Valley where Tolosa recently underwent a multi-million renovation to elevate its wine production facilities and guest experiences under vintner Robin Baggett “As we look to continually up our game at Tolosa it is important that we bring in a winemaker of Fred’s caliber The combination of his experience gained in France and Napa Valley and the exceptional terroir of Edna Valley has the potential to create some very special wines,” said Baggett Delivert graduated from École Supérieure d’Agriculture de Purpan in Toulouse France with a master’s degree in agricultural science He discovered California’s wine industry while a college intern in the Alexander Valley worked as a harvest intern at various Napa Valley and Sonoma wineries following graduation before stints at Far Niente and as assistant winemaker at PlumpJack and CADE He landed his first full-time winemaker role in 2008 at Martin Estate and served in the same capacity at Tuck Beckstoffer Wines before consulting for Clark-Claudon “Edna Valley is truly a hidden gem of a wine region capable of producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that rival the very best in the world,” said Delivert “I am excited to delve into the soils and the climate fine tune farming in the extensive estate vineyard balanced wines that showcase the character of Edna Valley.” which specializes in handcrafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay releases the 2015 vintage of its reserve 1772 wines The 1772 Pinot Noir 2015 is a blend of five different clones of Pinot Noir from five separate blocks of Tolosa’s Edna Ranch estate vineyard The 1772 Chardonnay 2015 is fermented and aged in small French oak barrels and underwent partial malolactic conversion Delivert will work with Tolosa consulting winemaker Jean Hoefliger who is also the head winemaker at sister winery Alpha Omega in Napa Valley The winemakers’ relationship began in 2010 when Clark-Claudon became a custom crush client of Alpha Omega who also assisted with Alpha Omega’s production in 2011 and 2012 further cements Tolosa’s commitment to excellence including all new La Garde stainless steel tanks and a temperature controlled barrel fermentation room “Robin’s commitment to making exceptional wine is boundless He has high expectations of his winemaking team but he provides the resources necessary to reach that high bar I am looking forward to working with a team with that level of dedication,” said Delivert The winery’s name comes from the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa the fifth California mission founded by Father Junipero Serra and named after Saint Louis Tolosa’s 1772 series wines are named for the year the Mission was founded Tolosa is located at 4910 Edna Road and open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For reservations, email concierge@tolosawinery.com or call 805-782-0500 Children’s charity Variety Tasmania is partnering with the Glenorchy City Council to present a larger and more vibrant Carols by Candlelight event this year which supports over 13,000 Tasmanian children annually hopes to raise $40,000 from the event to fund programs and grants for young people under 18 who may fall through the cracks The Carols by Candlelight will feature a 17-piece big band all donating their time to entertain the crowd The event will take place at Tolosa Park in Glenorchy on December 21st at 8pm with around 3,000 to 4,000 people expected to attend the producer and host of the event said the event will be one to remember “Being able to come out and enjoy a night like this with the community is so important just for everyone’s wellbeing and good mental health,” he said “They’re beautiful events and everyone leaves happy.” Glenorchy Mayor Sue Hickey said she was thrilled to have the popular event at Tolosa Park after Variety’s carols events in previous years were held at the Botanical Gardens “This is an amazing opportunity for Glenorchy residents and the broader community to celebrate the season with a fantastic line up of performers while raising funds for Tasmanians who need some extra support,” she said Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 A home in Hobart’s north has been completely destroyed by fire overnight Firefighters from Glenorchy and Hobart were called to the Tolosa Street property just after 4am on Friday They arrived to find the house “fully involved in fire” A Tasmania Fire Service spokesperson said the blaze was difficult to control to the point where crews requested a third pumper The fire is believed to have been deliberately lit Multiple police units remained at the scene on Friday morning as investigations into the incident continue The property is the second to go up in flames on the street in recent weeks Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 Tolosa and Perinet wineries expand footprint and social responsibility commitment 2023) – Alpha Omega winery in Napa Valley Tolosa winery in the San Luis Obispo Coast and Perinet winery in Spain’s Priorat announced their official merger today strengthening the three brands to formally create the Alpha Omega Collective The union coincides with Alpha Omega Collective expanding and upgrading its downtown Napa tasting room debuting a Paso Robles location and soon-to-be-opened Healdsburg location and launching Alpha Omega Collective Cares to reinforce its sustainability pledge “Combining our three wineries under one corporate structure allows our teams to work together to create best in class operations from winemaking to hospitality to sustainability initiatives,” said Robin Baggett Managing Partner of the Alpha Omega Collective “The ultimate beneficiaries are our customers and the communities in which we live.”  created the Alpha Omega Collective umbrella brand for Alpha Omega which the couple purchased a sizable interest in nearly six years ago to bring to market a unified yet diverse portfolio offering the utmost in ultra-premium wine and hospitality – a world of terroir Alpha Omega became among the first UpValley wineries to open a tasting room in downtown Napa when the Alpha Omega Collective tasting room in downtown Napa opened across the street from the Archer Hotel on First Street in 2019 AOC Napa recently unveiled a beautifully designed on the square in San Luis Obispo County’s Paso Robles The new Alpha Omega Collective Cares program was designed to serve as a vehicle to support the Alpha Omega Collective Foundation, whose mission is to inspire and encourage charitable giving in the next generation of wine community leaders Through the program, AOC employees receive up to 40 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer at charitable organizations of their choice in the community in which they live or work A steward of Alpha Omega’s giving back to community Michelle Baggett founded the AOC Foundation in 2016. “AOC Cares emphasizes a message that I often say about everyone having value to nonprofits,” says Michelle the Foundation’s President and Chief Executive Officer “We’re proud to offer this new company benefit to encourage our employees to donate their time experience and skills to helping their communities.” © 2007 - 2025 | Wine Industry Network LLC. 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Privacy Policy | About Our Ads The Kaua‘i Performing Arts Center will leave the tropical island of Kaua‘i for much colder climes on April 19 when it launches a six-night run of the Russia-set musical “Anastasia.” The 60-minute production – based on the 1997 animated film of the same name – will be staged at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e It is inspired by the legend of Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna who was rumored to have survived revolutionaries’ execution of the Russian Imperial family in 1918 Theatergoers will follow a young woman named Anya who may be the long-lost Anastasia Attempting to unravel her past while pursued by a Soviet officer Anya’s adventure takes her from the final days of the Russian Empire to Paris in the 1920s “Anastasia is the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas … In real life but in the musical she lives,” said Kaua‘i High School junior Angeli Tolosa who plays the lead role of Anya and Anastasia herself “She has amnesia and throughout the whole show she’s trying to find out who she is,” Tolosa continued “I can relate to that: Trying to figure out who you are I feel like I’m trying to do that as well Tolosa has appeared in five Kaua‘i Performing Arts Center productions since seventh grade “Anastasia” marks the first time she’s been cast in a leading role without sharing the part – but she doesn’t have stage fright “Acting is a natural thing to me,” Tolosa said Kaua‘i High School freshman Kulani Borrero will make his theatrical debut on April 19 He describes his role of Vladimir Popov – a once-rich man now learning to live on the streets – as comedic relief “I latched onto my character,” Borrero said “My director told me that my character was another person and then once I started rehearsing … I brought an entirely different character to life.” Borrero and nine other student actors tread the boards Kaua‘i High School freshman and stage manager Violet Clark – together with four other crew members – will ensure each night of “Anastasia” goes off without a hitch Clark prefers to operate behind the scenes and has ambitions to become a film director or ensuring her actors occupy the correct positions onstage; coordinating light and sound; and ensuring her actors are stage-ready during performances “I really enjoy watching the play come together,” Clark said and then watching us … learn how to do better.” The Kaua‘i Performing Arts Center, better known by its acronym KPAC, is one of 29 Hawai‘i State Department of Education Student Learning Centers located throughout the state Each learning center is organized around a single theme or focus area KPAC is one of two learning centers on the Garden Isle Middle and high school students from any public or charter school on the island may join the KPAC program “Anastasia” includes students from Waimea High School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Professionally-trained actor and singer Carla Kirk has led KPAC for several years I really enjoy mentoring this age group – particularly in ways that I wish that I was mentored: More of a social-emotional aspect,” Kirk said But KPAC’s students love their theater program for an additional reason: When asked what brings them back show after show on April 19 at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall at 4191 Hardy Street in Līhu‘e Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online or at the door For more information about the Kaua‘i Performing Arts Center, click here.