Pipeline to a Cure

We want to see an end to Cystic Fibrosis soon for all who suffer from this deadly inherited disease, but also for our close friend Kimberly Daskas who has been supporting the cause for over 15 years, ever since her niece Emily was diagnosed with CF. Daskas is currently serving on the committee of the annual Pipeline to a Cure event.

The sixth annual Pipeline to a Cure gala will take place at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 20.

You can join Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama, and Jamie Mitchell to celebrate the amazing benefits surfing brings to the CF community. This year’s honorees are Mike and Christine Ness.

The evening features silent and live auctions, such as a Dave Kalama Surf Experience, Punta Mita Villa/Mexican Riviera (one week for 10 in a 15,000 sq. ft. oceanfront villa), surfboards, cruisers and amazing artwork! Also enjoy a gourmet dinner and special musical guests – Flashback Heart Attack (pictured above) and the Kalama Brothers. To purchase tickets or inquire about sponsorship opportunities contact Kimberly at kdaskas@vestar.com or visit pipelinetoacure.com.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa is at 21500 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach.

Pipeline to a Cure

We want to see an end to Cystic Fibrosis soon for all who suffer from this deadly inherited disease, but also for our close friend’s niece and my son’s college roommate. Join legendary watermen Laird Hamilton and Dave Kalama, as well as more than a dozen musicians, gold medalists and surfing legends at Pipeline To A Cure gala on Saturday, at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa.

It’s a fantastic event dedicated to raising awareness and funds to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Other Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ambassadors in attendance include musicians Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt of “Green Day”, world champion surfers Lisa Andersen, Tom Curren and
Peter “PT” Townend, surf legend Mickey Munoz, skate legend Tony Hawk and gold medal swimmers Rowdy Gaines and Jason Lezak.

Making a donation or attending Pipeline to a Cure will have a direct positive impact on the lives of those suffering from Cystic Fibrosis. It affects the lungs and digestive system of nearly 30,000 people in the United States, and 700,000 worldwide.  Sadly, the average lifespan is just 37 years old. Researchers found that CF sufferers can benefit from surfing as it improves lung function.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and cocktail reception; at 7 p.m. enjoy a gourmet dinner, live music, and live auction. Tickets cost $350 each. 

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa is at 21500 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach.

 

Free Slurpees Tomorrow

7-Eleven is celebrating its birthday on 7-Eleven Day on Wednesday. So stop by for a free 7.11-ounce Slurpee between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Six Flags is also offering $7.11 admission after 7:11 on 7-Eleven Day. Just when bring a receipt from a 7-Eleven purchase dated 7/11/12.  Guests will also receive a VIP wristband to attend the “Exclusive 7-Eleven Coasters After Dark” event.