The Slam: Skateboarding x Sustainability

By Chrissy Gray, event planner

On June 27th, The Slam is coming to Volcom Skatepark in Costa Mesa. With a mix of skateboarding, environmental stewardship, and live music this event is sure to have something for everyone! The Slam was originally designed around a skate competition that would include local amateurs and national pros. As the event progressed however, combining environmental elements into the mix just made sense. The entire event is going to be powered by solar and bio-diesel, all foodware items will be recyclable and/or compostable, educational materials will be visible throughout, electronics can be brought and recycled at the event, and all waste will be recycled and composted with nothing going to the landfill!

Notable OC bands such as The Crowd, Channel 3, and the Hindu Pirates will be performing live throughout the day, while DJ’s spin for the contest. There will be an area specifically for younger guests with multiple bounce houses, face painting, and an interactive animal exhibit. Various food and merchandise vendors will be present, as well as Create-A-Skate.

The is a FREE event from 11am-8pm. Bring your entire family for a day of fun and sun!!

For more info visit: www.TheSlamOC.org

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The Week Ahead 06.07

By Chrissy Gray

Tired of the same old boring routine? Check out The Week Ahead in So Cal and bring a little spice back to your life.

Monday 06.07

Steelwells plus Guests at Detroit Bar. First night of the band’s June residency every Monday evening of the month. No Cover.

Tuesday 06.08

Green Business Networking in Santa Monica. Meet at the sustainable Ambrose Hotel for an evening of green business networking, organic hors d’oeuvres, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Wednesday 06.09

Dinner with Dave at Memphis Santa Ana. Billy Kernkamp will be playing live plus a complimentary dinner from Chef Dave Mau. No Cover.

Thursday 06.10

Billabong’s Design for Humanity in Hollywood. Billabong will be hosting their 4th annual block party in the Paramount Studios backlot. The event will be featuring a one-of-a-kind Billabong runway show, DJ Mark Moreno spinning on the 1’s and 2’s, live art installations, and 4 food trucks to choose from. 100% of the proceeds will be going to Invisible Children, a movement seeking to end conflict in Uganda and the abduction of children.

Friday 06.11

Pick of the Week!

Hands Together for Haiti in Costa Mesa. Abolish Slavery and Ecofficiency.org will be hosting a special event to benefit human rights and rebuilding efforts in the wake of Haiti’s devastating earthquake. All proceeds will go towards their June mission to Port-au-Prince. Live music from Echo Echo, Tiana Star, and Love Amos, plus a silent auction and the Kogi truck!

Saturday 06.12

OC Weekly Presents the Liquid Aloha Festival. Free event at The Strand in Huntington Beach with live performance from Iglu & Hartly and Marc B., plus a beer garden and after party. Starts at 3pm.

Sunday 06.13

Graffiti Beach Independence Pop-Up in Huntington Beach. Surf inspired pop-up shop event with emerging designers, fashion show, art sale, and live music. $10/15 with 50% benefiting the Project WOO charity.

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