Sally Ricchiuti readies ‘Kind to Nine’ benefit for La Jolla fire fighters
Sally Manchester Ricchiuti was born and raised in La Jolla. She graduated from La Jolla High School and attended the University of Colorado to earn a bachelor’s degree in sociology and communications. After college, she worked for MTV Europe in London, which led to a broadcasting career at several radio stations. Ultimately, she went into sales at a CBS affiliate only to follow a yearning to come back to La Jolla and start a family. Ricchiuti and her husband, Greg, have three children — Molly, 13; Maggie, 8; and Vincent, 6.
Sally Ricchuiti
Currently, Ricchiuti is working toward a complete interior overhaul of Fire Station No. 9 at Torrey Pines Road and La Jolla Pkwy. She said the Witch Creek Fires of 2009 prompted her to visit this station to thank the first responders. Because of its critical location at the “artery” into La Jolla, the station is critical as one of only two sites with mass casualty equipment. After seeing the condition of the building, she decided to help update the living conditions. To that end, the Ricchiutis plan to hold a 10-year 9-11 Memorial Fundraiser with proceeds going to Station No. 9 on Saturday, Sept. 10 at the La Valencia Hotel. For details, visit kindtonine.org
What brought you to La Jolla?
I have been blessed to grow up here and raise our family here!
What are your favorite places in town?
I love the beautiful views from the La Valencia Hotel. It’s amazing that we get to call La Jolla home. We love the beach and family bike rides.
If you could snap your fingers, what might you improve in La Jolla?
I would like to have had an Architectural Preservation Board mandating the original architecture and style of old La Jolla. All structures would follow exact guidelines, for example, La Jolla Post Office, much like Santa Barbara does.
Who or what inspires you?
That would be my mom, Betsy, who is one of the most selfless giving and compassionate individuals any of us have ever known. She is tireless in her efforts; she still visits Sister Virginia McMonagle, her first-grade teacher, once a month in San Jose. I consider her an angel among us.
If you hosted a dinner party for eight, whom would you invite?
Will Ferrell, Jimmy Buffet, my husband, Tim McGraw, Adam Sandler, Vince Vaughn, Justin Timberlake and Steve Carell. Instead of the intellectual route, I love to laugh and this would be one heck of a dinner party!
Tell us about what you are reading.
“Decision Points” by George W. Bush.
What is your dream vacation?
I would take my dearest friends and family together on a boat in the Caribbean and go island hopping.
What are your favorite movies?
Among them are “Regarding Henry,” “The Black Stallion,” “Grease,” “Top Gun,” “Overboard,” and, of course, “Airplane,” “Old School” and “Dumb and Dumber.”
What foods comfort you?
Anything my in-laws Anne and Vinny cook – the best restaurant in town!
What is your philosophy of life?
Cherish your loved ones, count your blessings, surround yourself with good people, hug a lot, and laugh till it hurts!
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on May 12 2011. Filed under 10 Questions.
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