THOUSAND OAKS, CA. - California Lutheran University’s Community Leaders Association will host a Hats and High Tea fundraiser from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 10, at the Plug Nickel Restaurant in Westlake Village.

Guests will enjoy entertainment and high tea in a garden-party setting. CLU faculty and student musicians will perform. Former television news reporter Willa Sandmeyer will emcee. A silent auction and prize drawing will be held. Awards will be given for most original hats and table settings.

Proceeds will fund student scholarships and educational grants. Scholarship recipients are selected for their community service, leadership potential and academic achievement. The grants purchase needed classroom materials, equipment and technology.

Dixie Vollmer, former owner of Plug Nickel Restaurant and Catering, is the event chair.

CLA was founded in 1963 to stimulate the community's interest in CLU's academic, athletic and cultural programs. Members organize fundraising and social events throughout the year to support academic departments and student scholarships. The organization has provided more than $1.8 million through the years.

The Plug Nickel is located at 717 Lakefield Road, Suite 1.

Tickets for the tea are $50. Sponsorships are available. For tickets or more information, visit http://www.callutheran.edu/cla or contact Robin Fielding at (805) 493-3084 or fielding@callutheran.edu.