“Light up a Life”

Mayor Harlan proclaims December 7 ‘Heartland Hospice Day’

To commemorate Heartland Hospice Day in Capitola, Heartland Hospice is hosting their third annual “Light up a Life” event, in Capitola Village by the bandstand, Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 3:30-5:30pm. The event is free and open to the public.

“Heartland Hospice is a much needed and valued member of our service community,” said Capitola Mayor Stephanie Harlan, “we are happy to be in partnership with them to create this wonderful, family-friendly holiday memorial event.”

Heartland Hospice is located in Capitola and has been serving all of Santa Cruz County for over 10 years.

Participants are invited to decorate a luminary bag in honor of a loved one, and illuminate the bag in unison at about 5:15pm. Live musical accompaniment will be provided by Michelle Kiba, who will sing “Somewhere over the Rainbow”, Ukulele Hawaiian style, at the moment the bags are illuminated. She will also be performing throughout the event as participants are decorating their luminaries.

“We are honored to be in partnership with the city of Capitola to provide this celebration of life memorial again for the community and for our families,” said Forbes Ellis, Bereavement Coordinator at Heartland Hospice. “Light up a Life is a meaningful and memorable way for us to remember and celebrate the lives of our loved ones.”

Free food and beverages will be served throughout the event, and participants can come anytime between 3:30 and 5 to decorate a bag, with the battery- powered lighting taking place around 5:15pm. In case of rain, the event will take place on the same day and time at The Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95062.

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For information, contact Forbes Ellis at Heartland Hospice in Capitola 831-373-8442 or visit their Website at www.heartlandhospice.com