GRN EVENTS

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

Posted in Food, Fundraisers, Going Green, Music, Sustainability

The Week Ahead 6.14

By Chrissy Gray, Event Planner

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 6.14

The New Limb in San Diego. The Costa Mesa indie rock band is heading down south to play at the Soda Bar on El Cajon Blvd. Cover is only 3 bucks and DJ Oldboy will be spinning throughout the evening.

Tuesday 6.15

Spirits and Headhunters: Art of the Pacific Islands in Santa Ana. Boasting over 150 unique pieces including masks, tools of the shaman, weapons, and currency, this fantastic exhibit is at the Bower’s Museum until December. Yes, I know you’re thinking that you have plenty of time to go, but if you’re a Santa Ana resident you get in free today, so stop procrastinating and check it out this week.

Wednesday 6.16

Kombucha Kamp in Los Angeles. If you’re like me and could easily get hooked to GT’s Kombucha if it weren’t for the $3.50 per bottle price tag, now you can learn to make it yourself. I went to the class several years ago, and trust me, Hannah is the Kombucha master – you’ll leave with lots of info and a starter kit to begin making your own flavored Kombucha for a fraction of the price.

Thursday 6.17

OC Green Drinks in Irvine. With the hiatus last month it’s been entirely too long since one of my favorite green get-together’s. Lucky for me (and you!) this month Green Drinks is headed over to Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine. So along with hanging out with the cool eco crowd that actually does exist in the OC, you can also munch on tasty organic appetizers and delicious cocktails.

Friday 6.18

The Cool Kids and Kids in the Hall in Pomona. The “leaders of the new old school” duo from Chicago will be joined by the Kidz in the Hall at the Glass House for what I’m sure will be an evening of some great hip hop.

Saturday 6.19

Pick of the Week

Frugal Festival Summer Swap in North Hollywood. Join hundreds of “swapaholics” for the annual clothing and houseware swap at the NoHo Performing Arts Center. For only $5 (or $10 if you want VIP early entrance) take part in the best clothing/houseware recycling event I’ve heard of in So Cal. If you love thrift stores, you don’t wanna miss this.

Sunday 6.20

It’s Dad’s Day! Spend some time with Pops at the beach, in your backyard, or at the park. Get outside…it’s gonna be a beautiful day!

Posted in Art, Design, Fashion, Going Green, Music, Weekly Events

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 4^th 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.

Posted in Art, Design, Fashion, Fundraisers, Going Green, Music, Sustainability, Weekly Events