Once again the students in Chef Robert Cabreros’ culinary arts program at Yuba College created and presented a delicious array of tasty delights at a dinner to raise funds for the Children’s Museum of Art and Science (CMAS) on Nov. 30.

An evening of “Tastes Around the World” featured pulled pork tacos, chicken tamales, beef satay on a bed of rice noodles, fried won ton and fried rice, just to mention a few of the guests’ favorites.

The dinner was eclipsed only by the desserts: crème brulee, baklava and a chocolate mousse parfait based on a brownie. Yum! Students also served exotic coffees and chai tea.

Ear Reverence, a local a cappella group, entertained guests with their harmonies and good hearted banter.

Some raffle baskets kept to the international theme of the evening with items related to Ireland, Switzerland, China and Italy while other baskets featured Christmas, movie night and a well-stocked picnic basket.

CMAS would like to thank all supporters who bought tickets and attended as well as those who made donations.

CMAS also greatly appreciates the media coverage by the Record-Bee and the Lake County News. Channel 8 staff was on hand to record the event and that tape will air starting Dec. 3.

CMAS will use the funds from this event to support our Lego Robot Program as well as our seventh annual Art and Science Camp scheduled for May 4, 2013.

CMAS is a nonprofit group of volunteers whose goal is to provide free art and science experiences for the youth of Lake County.

We would not be able to fulfill our mission with the help and support of our community. When everyone does a little, together we can accomplish a lot! Thank you!

Carolynn Jarrett is president of the Children’s Museum of Art and Science based in Clearlake, Calif.