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SURFING SANTA AND SURFBOARD AUCTION IN SUPPORT OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
11.07.14
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is rolling out two holiday events in support of Surfers Healing’s mission to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing.
The Holiday Surfboard Auction showcases an incredible selection of surfboards that are displayed at the resort and auctioned off to benefit Surfers Healing. The auction opens on Saturday, Nov. 22 and bidding closes at noon on December 31.
The auction runs as an online auction and can be found at BiddingforGood.com/SurfersHealing.
The Surfing Santa Competition takes place on Saturday, November 22 at Salt Creek Beach. The competition features four heats with prizes in six categories including:
• Surfing Rudolph (Pro/Am – short board for men 18 and older)
• Candy Cane Pro/Am (short board for girls of all ages)
• Santa’s Elves (short board for guys 17 and under)
• Yule Loggers (open longboard for guys and girls of all ages)
• Sleigh Ride (open body board for guys of all ages)
• Sleigh Bells (open body board for girls of all ages)
Contestants in all divisions would be eligible for a $1,000 Big Air prize, which will be based on contestable air points throughout the day. Competitors can register for the competition at SurfingSantaCompetition.org.
Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel is at 1 Ritz Carlton Drive in Dana Point.
Greer's Girls
Woman Who Inspires, Betty Huang
11.07.14
Donna Karan New York came to Orange County, but not just for fashion. Greer's Girl Kelley Moody spoke with a Donna Karan's Woman Who Inspires Honoree, Betty Huang. You can watch here.
Betty is the Vice Chair of the Segerstrom Center of the Arts. Born in Taiwan, Betty lived her life in Hong Kong until coming to Orange County.
This last year she chaired Segerstrom's 40th Annual Candlelight Concert and raised $2.2 million for arts education. The Center works with over 300,000 students across southern California.
Betty accepted her honor while planning a philanthropic fashion show at AnQi in South Coast Plaza. Interviews with Betty Huang and Segerstrom Center President, Terry Dwyer.
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