PathPoint, formerly Work Training Programs Inc., will host an open house to celebrate its 45th anniversary and adoption of a new organization name from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wed., May 20 at its Ventura County branch, 2587 Teller Road, Newbury Park.

Founded in 1964, PathPoint is a local nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive training and support services that empower people with disabilities to live and work as valued members of their communities.

Many of PathPoint's program participants, family members, employer partners, supporters and funders will be present for the occasion.

Bob Voorhees, senior vice president of Pacific Capital Bancorp, an employer of PathPoint participants for the past nine years, will speak at the event.

Matt Kouba, park superintendent of Conejo Recreation and Park District; Elizabeth Perez of the city of Thousand Oaks and a representative of the Ventura County Workforce Administration staff will present certificates of recognition.

To participate in the open house, reservations are requested by tomorrow, May 15. Call (805) 520-8744, ext. 200, or e-mail renee.wolcott@pathpoint.org.

For more information, visit www.pathpoint.org.