Albert Vera Jr. will tell the story of his father, Albert Vera, founder of the landmark Sorrento Market, at the general meeting of the Culver City Historical Society, Wednesday, April 15.
Members and guests will gather at 7 o’clock in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Vets Auditorium.
The late Mr. Vera, an immigrant who came to America to pursue the American Dream, created the famous market on Sepulveda Boulevard and the Vera family holdings.
He served time in the military, raised his family in Culver City and eventually became a member of the City Council and Mayor of the city.
Albert Jr. will give a power-point presentation and a discussion of the family’s history with other members of the Vera family.
Door prizes will be offered, and there will be a drawing for Julie Lugo Cerra’s cookbook Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble.
The public is invited to enjoy this free program, and students are encouraged to attend.
Entry is through the Archives and Resource Center in the back parking lot.
For information, call 310.253.6941 or email info@CulverCityHistoricalSociety.org. Also, visit the CCHS website at: www.CulverCityHistoricalSociety.org for updates.
Ms. Jacobs may be contacted at pajojacobs@ca.rr.com
