About this sponsorship: In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary's historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains.
For the last several weeks, Patch has partnered with Grape-Nuts to bring you inspiring stories from around the community.
In case you missed some of them, here's a recap of a handful that will help brighten your day as you read of the things some SoCal people have accomplished:
- Two Opera Professionals Produce Legendary Operas at Home
Stephen Karr teamed up with Josh Shaw to produce reasonably priced operas in Shaw's Highland Park backyard and other unconventional venues. - How Craig Sap Helped Heal a Coastal Landmark
The superintendent of the California State Parks Angeles District persevered in a lagoon restoration project near and dear to his heart. - Teacher’s Special Education Program MOVEs Kids Ahead
Gloria Osorio, a teacher at Charles Leroy Lowman Special Education Center, encourages her students to reach beyond their apparent limits. - Poet Activist Dreams of Restoring the L.A. River
Lewis MacAdams is determined to bring new life to a Los Angeles icon. - Activist Starts Off-Leash Dog Beach in Southern California
He doesn’t own a cellphone — yet he can call hundreds of people to action within hours.
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