Orange County Almanac : Green Gold
Half the county’s 1991 visitors were from California and other western states: One of Orange County’s oldest and largest avocado marketers is Calavo Growers of Tustin. The cooperative’s members have been growing avocados for 71 years. Calavo’s sales for the past five years, in millions of dollars: *
In millions ‘94: $146.9 Source: Calavo Growers of California
Today
This is the last day to buy tickets for the Great Western Barbecue and Casino Night, which benefits services for abused children.
The April 2 event at the El Toro Marine Corps Officers’ Club offers dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, and gaming until 9 p.m. Prizes include trips and resort weekends.
Admission is $35, which benefits the Exchange Club Child Abuse Prevention Center of Orange County. Tickets can only be purchased in advance. Information: (714) 722-1107.
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