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Thousands came out from all over the state Saturday, August 17, 2013 to support the Circle of Hope and its 10th annual Vine 2 Wine Classic.

The benefit is the foundation’s biggest fundraisers, and offers epicurean delights from throughout the state.

The plan was to do outdo last year’s total of $50,000 raised, with the help of a new venue, California Institute for the Arts in Valencia.

“The turnout has been absolutely fabulous,” said Ray Tippet, executive director for the Circle of Hope. “Based on the economy and everything that’s going on, we’re just happy that everyone’s out here supporting us, and that’s great. It’s just really an amazing event.”

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