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Celebrate Earth Day! – April 22, 2024

Say “Yesh!” to Mother Earth

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On Earth Day, April 22, join the 1 billion people around the world who salute Mother Earth on her special day.

Since the first Earth Day in 1970 more than 190 countries have gotten involved in celebrating this event with cleanups in communities and at beaches and parks, planting trees and gardens, recycling activities, educational outreach, and more.

The Surfrider Foundation North Orange County chapter will have beach cleanups scheduled. Check their Facebook page for information.

This year’s theme is The Planet vs Plastics. The goal is to get institutions and individuals to do the things – large and small – that can help to protect the environment by reducing pollution and waste.

Everyone’s favorite comic strip dog and cat duo, “The Mutts” Earl and Mooch, are on board, too, keeping it green.

So, pick something you’d like to do or an event to go to, and join in the celebration!

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World Water Day – March 22, 2024

Water for Peace

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The theme of this year’s World Water Day, March 22, 2024, is Water for Peace. It’s a message that encourages everyone to cooperate in the usage and sharing of water, creating a ripple effect that fosters harmony throughout the world.

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It’s important for each person to take action to improve the way we use, conserve and manage the water that is essential to our daily lives. To be the change that makes a difference.

Rather than leaving it up to government and private organizations to preserve and protect the world’s water supply, we all need to become part of the process.

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Having water-efficient plumbing fixtures and taking shorter showers can help. So can saving water by running full loads in the washing machine and dishwasher. Planting sustainable gardens that don’t need much water is another way.

When you think about it, there are many things you can do to improve your water use so that there is enough water for all.

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And, World Water Day is the perfect time to do it…because every drop counts!

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

From Cafe au Lait to Love

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Would you like to go out for coffee? Why don’t you come inside for a cup of coffee? How many romances – in the movies and real life – have started with those words?

While much attention has been given to the link between chocolate and romance, coffee isn’t far behind. In addition to being the “think drink” many of us turn to for inspiration or when we’re on a deadline, coffee is also the lubricant of romance. Some may even say it is essential. SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel learned that in Saudi Arabia a woman may divorce her husband if he doesn’t keep her supplied with coffee. Talk about grounds for divorce.

The French, long associated with amour, created the French press coffee maker in the 1850s to brew the perfect coffee. The standard size press makes just the right amount for two.

A coffee aficionado herself, Paris Folies Bergère cabaret performer Josephine Baker (1906 – 1975) once said about the man she loved, “He was my cream, and I was his coffee. And when you poured us together, it was something.”

To find out more about the connection between coffee and couples, Dunkin Donuts commissioned a survey to take a closer look at the subject.

Among the good news for the popular donut and coffee shop was that 50% of the survey respondents said they would rather receive a fresh cup of coffee from their sweetheart on Valentine’s Day than flowers. Along with this, 70% said they would have coffee as part of their Valentine’s Day lunch or dinner celebration. Nearly two-thirds said that they had gone out for coffee on a first date.

According to the survey, the most romantic flavors of coffee are vanilla (38%), mocha (16%) and caramel (15%). And, if you want to turn up the romantic heat, opt for a cappuccino. It was selected the most romantic beverage by 30%. And guys, a word to the wise, 31% of women said they would rather give up their sweetheart for a week than give up coffee for seven days. Ouch!

In the spirit of romance, Dunkin Donuts not only has its coffee pots and cappuccino makers ready to accommodate sweethearts year-round, but for Valentine’s Day it makes special heart-shaped donuts filled with Bavarian Kreme or Vanilla buttercreme.

On a first date, when you’re wondering if this is Mr. Right or Ms. Right, can your date’s coffee preference actually provide you with insight into his/her personality? According to Dr. Alan Hirsch, neurological director of the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, it most certainly can.

“Based on our work, people who take their coffee black tend to be lively, outgoing, and extroverted, thinking more about the present than the future,” Dr. Hirsch says. “People who add sweetener to their coffee are natural leaders, enjoy being in control, and expect the best from all. Those who take their coffee with cream are particularly social and engaging. And, those who add skim milk to their coffee most enjoy company and usually prefer to draw attention to others versus themselves.” So, pay attention if your date reaches for the Sweet and Low.

Given what SurfWriter Girls discovered, there’s a good chance that coffee will be on your Valentine’s Day menu. In addition to Dunkin Donuts, there are many coffee houses to choose from in the OC. Of course there’s Starbucks. And, for something more locally-grown, head out to Old Town Seal Beach where you’ll find many coffee houses on and around Main Street.

Bogart’s, named after legendary screen star Humphrey Bogart, is just across from the Seal Beach Pier, which provides a romantic backdrop for your café au lait. And, with a life-size, replica of Bogie, known as much for his romance with actress Lauren Bacall as his films, standing by “looking at you, kid,” how can you go wrong?

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Patti & Sunny

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National Kite Flying Day – February 8th

The Sky’s the Limit!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Before you know it, National Kite Flying Day will be here – February 8, 2024.

Dating back to China in 470 B.C., kites have been adding color to our lives – to send messages to the gods, for ceremonies, to catch fish, to survey the lands around us. And, of course, to have fun!

Whether it’s a windy day at the beach or a public park, kites take to the sky.

From classic diamond-shaped kites to animal and dragon kites, there’s a kite that’s waiting for you to send it soaring.

The sky’s the limit!

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National Geographic Day

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

January 27th is National Geographic Day, honoring National Geographic Magazine. With its distinctive yellow border around the cover, the magazine is instantly recognizable to those with a yen for adventure and scientific innovation.

National Geographic is published by the National Geographic Society, which was started in 1888. One of The Society’s first presidents was Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone. Since it began The Society has supported explorers, scientists and inventors across seven continents.

It’s helped fund Robert Peary’s expedition to the North Pole, Hiram Bingham’s to the ancient city of Machu Picchu in the Andes, Louis and Mary Leaky’s archaeological research in Africa, Jacques Cousteau’s underwater explorations, and countless other groundbreaking adventures.

With eight million subscribers worldwide, National Geographic Magazine and its family of books, films, TV programs and more continues to support and inspire adventurers everywhere, putting its audience right in the middle of each new discovery or trek into the wilderness.

So, make January 27th a day to explore the world around you – whether it’s a day spent in nature, delving into National Geographic Magazine’s amazing stories, or on some other adventure.

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Surf City New Year’s Day Splash 2024

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Cowabunga! Get ready to celebrate the New Year 2024 with an invigorating polar bear plunge into the Pacific Ocean at the Huntington Beach New Year’s Day Surf City Splash!

It’s an HB tradition to start the first day of the year at the pier with food, music, costumes, raffles, and more, followed by a Noon time dip in the ocean.

This year’s Splash benefits the North Orange County Surfrider Foundation chapter. So, there’s even more reason to grab your friends and head to the pier.

Let’s keep the New Year’s party going and share the stoke!

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Huntington Beach Art Center 10th Annual Exhibition

Inspired 2023 – through December 16, 2023

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

This year’s Inspired 2023 art exhibition, sponsored by the Huntington Beach Artist Council, marks a decade of outstanding creative works in a variety of media produced by HB artists. From drawings and paintings to photography and sculpture, the works all pay homage to the power of inspiration and the world of artistic wonder.

Representing both established artists and emerging ones, the artworks share each artist’s individual voice, while depicting the evolution of creativity in the HB artistic community.

HB Art Center Director Kate Hoffman says, “It’s a celebration of our journey together and a tribute to the artists who have made this exhibition a vibrant tapestry of creativity.”

The exhibition is at the Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA, through December 16, 2023.

Gallery hours: Tues, Wed 12 – 6pm; Thurs – 12 – 8pm; Fri, Sat – 12 – 5pm.

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Fika – The Perfect Coffee Break

A Swedish Cup of Comfort

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

For coffee break and cinnamon bun lovers Sweden is the place to be…especially on October 4th, National Cinnamon Bun Day!

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel came across a tiny, blue-covered book, The Little Book of Fika, that tells how the Swedes have turned coffee breaks into a national obsession.

Not just one break, but two! A twice-daily ritual of comfort called “fika” – to have coffee – has been at the heart of Swedish culture since the early 1800s.

More than just a java jolt of caffeine, fika is a time to slow down, socialize, and focus on simple pleasures. The fika coffee break represents a state of contentment, a moment of happiness to be savored. The best fikas bring together friendly people, good coffee (of course!), and (whenever possible) cinnamon buns.

Cinnamon buns are so revered in Sweden that they designated a national day to celebrate them, October 4th.

So, make time for a coffee break, bite into a delicious cinnamon bun, and enjoy this comforting Swedish treat.

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Celebrate World Rivers Day

September 24, 2023

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Keeping the world’s rivers clean and safe for wildlife, recreation and commerce is essential to the countries in which they run through and the oceans they ultimately flow into.

The United Nations urges people to take time on the 4th Sunday of September each year to celebrate World Rivers Day and the contributions rivers make to our lives.

The day has been a global event since 2005, with millions of people in more than 100 countries joining in World Rivers Day events.

At England’s Cambridge University they go all out on this day with rowing, punting and canoeing on the River Cam, educational programs, music, theater and local food.

Check out what’s happening in your area or create your own activity – boating, fishing, swimming, participating in a river cleanup or just admiring the beauty of a river near you.

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U.S. Open of Surfing 2023

Huntington Beach Hosts Surfers July 29 – August 6

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Huntington Beach, CA (Surf City USA) is rolling out the red carpet for the world’s top surfers July 29 – August 6 for the annual U.S. Open of Surfing.

With new title sponsor Wallex, an international money transfer and foreign exchange company, and event presenter Pacifico brand beer at the helm, the Open is taking on an even bigger global presence on the sports stage.

In addition to the nine days of surfing competitive action, the sand around the iconic HB Pier will be turned into a beachside festival of fun events and activities for the community.

Free and open to all, the activities will run the gamut from music, games, and surf brands demos to food truck offerings.

Alongside the traditional surfing matches, the Huntington Beach Longboard Classic surfing contest is going on, too. And, a new event, a freestyle motocross competition with the Nitro Circus “Full Throttle FMX.”

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International Surfing Day 2023

Surfrider Celebrates Sport of Hawaiian Kings

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Cowabunga! Get ready to celebrate the Summer Solstice and that perfect summer sport – surfing! Surfrider Foundation members and surfing enthusiasts around the globe will be out in force on June 17, 2023, to ride the waves and celebrate the sport of Hawaiian Kings on International Surfing Day.

Established in 2005 by the Surfrider Foundation and Surfing Magazine, International Surfing Day is a day to honor surfing, enjoy the beach, catch some waves, and bring people together.

Surfrider’s North Orange County chapter has a jam-packed day planned at the Huntington Beach Pier with beach cleanups, paddle outs, surfing lessons, environmental education activities, and more.

Plus, this season’s Rip Curl GromSearch surfing competition series for kids 16 and under, will be underway at the HB Pier June 17 -18.

So, wherever you are, head to your local beach for some surfing action…and even a chance to cheer on the next generation of surfers!

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Celebrate Earth Day! – April 22, 2023

Say “Yesh!” to Mother Earth

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On Earth Day, April 22, join the 1 billion people around the world who salute Mother Earth on her special day.

The Surfrider Foundation North Orange County chapter has beach cleanups scheduled for April 21, 22 and 23. Check their Facebook page for information.

This year’s theme is Invest in Our Planet. The goal is to get institutions and individuals to do the things – large and small – that can help to protect the environment by reducing pollution and waste.

Everyone’s favorite comic strip dog and cat duo, “The Mutts” Earl and Mooch, are on board, too, keeping it green.

So, pick something you’d like to do or an event to go to, and join in the celebration!

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World Water Day – March 22, 2023

Be the Change

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The theme of this year’s World Water Day, March 22, 2023, is Be the Change, a message that encourages everyone to take action to improve the way we use, conserve and manage the water that is essential to our daily lives.

Rather than leaving it up to government and private organizations to preserve and protect the world’s water supply, we all need to become part of the process.

When you think about it, there are many things you can do to be the change.

And, World Water Day is the perfect time to do it…because every drop counts!

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National Geographic Day

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

January 27th is National Geographic Day, honoring National Geographic Magazine.

With its distinctive yellow border around the cover, the magazine is instantly recognizable to those with a yen for adventure and scientific innovation. Incorporated in 1888, the National Geographic Society, which publishes the magazine, is celebrating its 135th anniversary.

The Society’s first two presidents were Gardiner Greene Hubbard, followed by his son-in-law Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone. Supporting explorers, scientists and inventors since it was started, the Society has backed the work of over 14,000 people across seven continents.

Among the expeditions it helped fund were Robert Peary’s expedition to the North Pole, Hiram Bingham’s to the ancient city of Machu Picchu in the Andes, Louis and Mary Leaky’s archaeological research in Africa, Jacques Cousteau’s underwater explorations, and countless other groundbreaking adventures.

So, make January 27th a day to explore the world around you – whether it’s a day spent in nature, delving into National Geographic Magazine’s amazing stories, or putting together this National Geographic Magazines jigsaw puzzle from Buffalo Games.

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Surf City Splash!

January 1, 2023

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready to plunge into the New Year with the 23rd annual Surf City Splash! on January 1, 2023!

Held at the Huntington Beach Pier on New Year’s Day, this year’s Splash! benefits the Surfrider Foundation, the non-profit environmental organization that is working to protect the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

Starting at 9:00 a.m. with breakfast, music, contests, festivities and prizes, the event culminates with an invigorating splash into the ocean.

So, make a New Year’s resolution to join the party in Huntington Beach and celebrate the New Year with a Splash!

Happy New Year 2023!

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National Sock Day – December 4, 2022

Sock it to me!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready for National Sock Day on December 4, 2022.

This is a day to celebrate those comfy, colorful articles of clothing that pamper our feet and make a fashion statement for all to see. A day to acknowledge those sock pairs that have managed to stay together through thick and thin, from laundry to dryer and back.

And with Christmas around the corner and gift stockings on display, it’s a day to step out in style, putting our best stockinged feet forward, ready to spread holiday cheer.

So, whether you like plain or patterned, high-top or low, serious or hilarious, pull open the sock drawer and pick out a pair to honor and wear on their special day.

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America Recycles Day

November 15, 2022

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

It’s the 25th anniversary of the first America Recycles Day, which is now celebrated on November 15th by all 50 states.

With over 3,000 recycling events around the country there are lots of ways to get involved. Cleaning up communities, collecting items for recycling, and helping to spread the word about the importance of recycling. Over 70% of America’s waste is recyclable. If we just take the time to do it.

Recycling is not only good for the country’s environment, but for the economy, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and generating over $14 billion in revenues.

Whether it’s a recycling event at the beach, a local park, or in your own neighborhood, it’s easy to find something going on.

SurfWriter Girls are on board. How about you! Everybody wins when we “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.”

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World Rivers Day

September 25, 2022

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Keeping the world’s rivers clean and safe for wildlife, recreation and commerce is essential to the countries in which they run through and the oceans they ultimately flow into.

The United Nations urges people to take time on the 4th Sunday of September each year to celebrate World Rivers Day and the contributions rivers make to our lives.

The day has been a global event since 2005, with millions of people in more than 100 countries joining in World Rivers Day events.

At England’s Cambridge University they go all out on this day with rowing, punting and canoeing on the River Cam, educational programs, music, theater and local food.

Check out what’s happening in your area or create your own activity – boating, fishing, swimming, participating in a river cleanup or just admiring the beauty of a river near you.

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National Lighthouse Day – August 7, 2022

Let the Light Shine!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

With today’s high-tech navigation equipment on ships, it’s easy to forget the first way America kept sailors and the nation safe was with lighthouses protecting our coasts and guiding sailors to shore with their beacons.

On the bicentennial of the 1789 Congressional Act supporting lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers Congress designated August 7th as National Lighthouse Day, encouraging communities to open their lighthouses to the public and hold events to celebrate these historic sites.

Beautiful, bold and inspiring, America’s lighthouses continue to stand out in the night and to enhance our shorelines.

So, what better way is there to honor and celebrate these towering structures than by visiting one on National Lighthouse Day for a tour, event or picnic?

Let the light shine!

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World Rainforest Day – June 22, 2022

An Adventure Awaits at Global Summit!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

June 22nd is World Rainforest Day – a day to recognize and promote the importance of rainforests to the health and biodiversity of the planet.

Most people think of rainforests as covering vast regions of the world, but they only make up about 6% of the Earth’s land mass. These dense jungles, teeming with life, account for 50% of the world’s biodiversity, harboring plants and animals – many in danger of extinction – that can’t be found anywhere else.

Located in the tropics, rainforests play an essential role in keeping our planet healthy. Often called “the lungs of the world,” they absorb carbon dioxide and generate 20% of the world’s oxygen. Along with this, the vegetation and animal life found in rainforests have the potential to create new medicines that can save and improve lives.

For this year’s World Rainforest Day over 50 international organizations are coming together in a virtual Global Summit to talk about what rainforests do for us and how we can help to protect them.

The summit is free and open to all. Its theme is The Time is Now. Why not join in? It could be the adventure of a lifetime.

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World Reef Day – June 1, 2022

Celebrate the Wonders Under the Sea!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready to celebrate World Reef Day, June 1, 2022. In addition to being beautiful, the world’s coral reefs provide food and shelter to more than 25% of the ocean’s sea life.

Coral reefs protect shorelines from erosion, help to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the air, and are a source of food and income to over half a billion people.

The Surfrider Foundation calls coral reefs “the crown jewels of our ocean” and asks all of us to help protect them by reducing pollution and the use of chemical sunscreens that wash off and contaminate the water.

On World Reef Day there will be beach activities and events to raise awareness of coral reefs and their importance to the planet.

So, dive in to discover more about these under the sea treasures!

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Yesh! to Earth Day – 04.22.22

Mutts Go Green

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Mutts Earl and Mooch are on a green mission to protect the planet on April 22nd, Earth Day!

Featured in Patrick McDonnell’s book, Mutts Go Green: Earth Friendly Tips and Comic Strips, everyone’s favorite dog and cat duo has humor, education, and tips for protecting the environment that make it easy and fun for everyone to get on board to go green.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti love this special book that lets us follow along on Earl and Mooch’s adventures as they celebrate Earth Day.

McDonnell’s warmth and compassion for animals and planet Earth come through on every page.

Check out Mutts Go Green and find out what you can do to celebrate Earth Day and make the world a better place for people, animals, and the environment.

Say “Yesh!” to Mother Earth!

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World Water Day – March 22, 2022

Making the Invisible Visible

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Water is essential to life. More valuable than gold or oil, it provides moisture and nutrients to man, animals and plants.

On World Water Day, March 22nd, the United Nations is focusing on Making the Invisible Visible and preserving the groundwater hidden from sight that makes up over 40% of the world’s supply of fresh water.

The United Nations is calling on the global community to take action to conserve and protect this vital water supply and to ensure that it is available for drinking, sanitation, and food production.

While waterfalls, lakes, rivers, and streams may be more noticeable and dramatic, the world’s groundwater is essential to maintain ecosystems, agriculture, and industry.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel learned that currently 2 billion people don’t have access to clean water. What’s more, the average distance people in developing countries walk to fetch water is almost 4 miles.

So, it’s important to recognize the essential role groundwater plays in providing water to the world and to help build awareness of that on World Water Day.

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Lunar New Year 2022

Year of the Tiger

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Tiger, which begins on February 1, 2022.

Originating over 3,000 years ago throughout Asia, it’s a time to usher in luck and prosperity. It involves honoring your ancestors and family, eating festive food, putting up colorful decorations, and watching fireworks.

Linked to the phases of the moon, this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations around the world will last until February 15th, with the last day marked by the Lantern Festival, with displays of colorful paper lanterns. Often in the shapes of animals, the lanterns symbolize letting go of the past and transforming into something better in the new year.

To increase your good luck in 2022, turn on the lights at night to scare away ghosts and eat something sweet to ensure a sweeter year. To avoid bad luck, don’t wash your hair on New Year’s Day because that washes away good fortune.

The Year of the Tiger (one of the 12 Asian Zodiac signs representing each year) embodies personal vigor, focus, and physical activity. People born under the sign of the Tiger are known for their fiery passion, daring and fearlessness.

Whether you’re a tiger or not, make this a year to roar!

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Surf City Splash for Surfrider Foundation

Splash In the New Year – 2022

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Make a splash in the New Year on January 1, 2022, at the Huntington Beach Surf City Splash benefiting the nonprofit Surfrider Foundation’s Huntington/Seal Beach Chapter.

Get ready to ring in the New Year with a pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. and an invigorating swim in the Pacific Ocean at the HB Pier at high noon!

Catch up with friends and find treasures at the silent auction and opportunity drawings while you explore the Winter Vendor Village.

Or swap your surfboard for skates at the Winter Wonderland Ice Skating Rink.

So put the Splash on your New Year’s resolutions list and have fun at the beach while making the world a better place.

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International Coastal Cleanup Day

September 18, 2021

International Coastal Cleanup Day is an annual event that draws more than 6 million volunteers across the USA and in 90 countries.

Clean beaches are important to the environment and to a better life for all.

Let’s work together to make every day a coastal cleanup day!

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Surfing Debuts at 2020 Olympics

Surf’s Up in Tokyo

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surfers from around the world are excited to compete in the 2020 Summer Olympics.

All in all, 40 competitors from 17 nations are on board to ride the waves in Japan when surfing makes its Olympics debut. After years of lobbying to be included in the games, the International Olympic Committee voted unanimously in 2016 to include surfing in the sports lineup.

The surfing events will take place at Tsurigasaki Beach in Chiba Prefecture about 40 miles East of Tokyo, July 26 – 29, 2021. The beach, which draws 600,000 surfers a year, is known for its world-class waves and sandy beaches.

Team USA includes John John Florence, Kolohe Andino, Caroline Marks and Carissa Moore.

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Yesh! to Earth Day – 04.22.21

Mutts Go Green

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready to go green with everyone’s favorite champions for Mother Earth, Mutts Earl and Mooch!

April 22nd is Earth Day! And the dynamic duo is up to the challenge of protecting the planet in Patrick McDonnell’s new book, Mutts Go Green: Earth Friendly Tips and Comic Strips.

Check out McDonnell’s book and find out what you can do to celebrate Earth Day and make the world a better place for people, animals and the environment.

Say “Yesh!” to Mother Earth!

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World Water Day 2021

March 22

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

What does water mean to you? The theme of this year’s World Water Day is Valuing Water.

The United Nations is asking people to stop and think about the value of water and what it means to us. A commodity that’s often overlooked…until there isn’t any of it, water is literally the fountain of our existence.

To ensure that clean water is available to all, now is the time to think about how we use it and what it means to the quality of our lives – for health, cooking, food production, manufacturing, enjoyment, and more.

The UN wants us to “Join the conversation!” Talk to our friends and family about the importance of water. And on social media – with the tags #WorldWaterDay and #Water2me.

This will help the UN and organizations around the world to come up with ways to ensure that the water is there when you turn on the tap.

Water is cool and refreshing. Water cleans and cooks our food. Water irrigates our fields. Water powers our factories. Water is beautiful to look at and fun to swim, boat and surf in.

Most important of all – Water is life.

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Surfrider Splash It Forward in 2021

Clean the Beach Solo Style

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Surfrider Foundation Huntington/Seal Beach chapter is asking everyone to Splash It Forward in 2021 by making a splash video and donation to Surfrider to support its environmental causes.

The proceeds from this year’s annual Huntington Beach New Year’s Day Surf City Splash, with everyone running into the ocean to celebrate the new year, were designated to go to Surfrider.

But with public events on hold, instead of the ocean plunge, the Splash has gone virtual. To join in, just video yourself making a splash – jumping into the ocean or a pool, getting squirted by a hose, any way you want. Then post the video on your social media and tag it #SplashItForward.

After that, make a donation and ask your friends to do the same (even a small one helps) at splashitforward.com.

Even though we can’t get together for beach cleanups yet, Surfrider encourages you to do a #SoloBeachCleanup by yourself whenever you can, helping to keep the beach clean and sharing the stoke remotely by tagging @hsbsurfrider on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

It’s more important than ever to support organizations that are doing positive things. Splash It Forward and Solo Beach Cleanups let you do that…and still stay safe.

SurfWriter Girls wish everyone a healthy and happy 2021

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The Main Event Now

Staying Safe

Whatever your cause or passion, the important thing now is to stay safe and well.

There will be time for socializing, meetings, and more later on. So follow the advice of the Surfrider Foundation and shred later.

Distancing is what connects us best now.

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World Water Day, March 22, 2020

Water and Climate Change

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The theme for World Water Day, March 22nd, is “Water and Climate Change,” focusing on the link between water and changing climate conditions worldwide.

Climate change can affect our water supply so that some people don’t have water to drink or to use for personal hygiene and sanitation – things the UN says are universal rights.

It’s important to use water wisely on World Water Day and to support the United Nation’s efforts to encourage governments to “balance all of society’s water needs, while ensuring the poorest people don’t get left behind.”

Every drop must count.

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Marin’s Wave

Artist Robb Havassy On Book Tour

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surf Artist Robb Havassy celebrates the joys of surfing and a father’s pride in his daughter’s accomplishments in his new young adult book Marin’s Wave.

Inspired by his daughter Marin’s developing love for surfing and living the Pura Vida lifestyle in Costa Rica, Havassy tells about her adventures.

After moving his family from California to Costa Rica to be closer to nature and a more relaxed lifestyle, Havassy has continued to focus on his art and family, while becoming part of the local community.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel are big fans of Robb Havassy’s art and books.

His epic books Surf Story and Surf Story II showcase the stories of the world’s leading surf artists and photographers.

Now, on this return trip to California, Havassy has the opportunity to share Marin’s Wave – a story for the next generation of surfers.

March 12th, 6 – 9pm, Resin Gallery, 618 Cypress Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

March 15th, 4 – 7pm, Ocean Room Gallery, 12 N. Fir Street, Ventura, CA 93001

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World Wildlife Day, March 3, 2020

Sustaining All Life on Earth

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) says the message of this year’s World Wildlife Day, March 3rd, is “Sustaining all life on Earth.”

World Wildlife Day is an opportunity to celebrate the beautiful and varied types of wild animals and plants around the world. Numerous events highlighting biodiversity and ways to sustain animal and plant life are scheduled.

At a time when 25% of the world’s animal species are currently threatened with extinction and natural ecosystems have declined by 47%, action is needed to protect them.

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National Kite Flying Day – February 8th

The Sky’s the Limit!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Before you know it, National Kite Flying Day will be here – February 8, 2020.

Whether it’s a windy day at the beach or a public park, kites take to the sky.

From classic diamond-shaped kites to animal and dragon kites, there’s a kite that’s waiting for you to send it soaring.

The sky’s the limit!

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National Save the Eagles Day

January 10, 2020

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Take a moment to celebrate one of nature’s most majestic birds, the eagle, on National Save the Eagles Day, January 10th

Revered in mythology and religion since ancient times, there are over 70 different species of eagle around the world, many of them on the Endangered Species List.

The Bald Eagle, symbol of the United States of America, was almost extinct until it became protected under the Endangered Species Act in 1978.

Now there are some 10,000 nesting pairs of Bald Eagles across the country. A conservation success story, the Bald Eagle recovered enough to be removed from the list in 2007, but is still protected by the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.

To keep the world’s eagles safe, notify wildlife authorities if you notice an eagle’s nest that has been disturbed or see an injured bird. It’s also important to support conservation efforts to protect wildlife habitats and migratory flight routes.

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National Cocoa Day

December 13, 2019

December 13th is National Cocoa Day – the perfect time to settle around the fireplace and celebrate everyone’s favorite cold weather comfort drink.

Whether you call it hot cocoa or hot chocolate – one’s made with cocoa powder and the other with cocoa butter – we all agree that it’s just the thing to keep the cold away and put us in a relaxed mood.

Developed by the Mayas and Aztecs in Central America and Mexico 2000 years ago, the chocolate beverage was a favorite with the Aztec king Montezuma in the mid-1500s and became a sensation in European capitals when explorers brought it back from the New World.

In France, where chocolate is revered in all things from chocolates and pastries to dark rich hot chocolate (chocolat chaud), the drink served at Angelina of Paris is said to be the best. Iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel visited the bistro (started in 1903) daily just so she could savor its hot chocolate.

So, on December 13th bundle up, light the fire and make yourself a delicious cup of cocoa.

The antioxidants and flavonoids in it are good for your health…and it’s definitely in fashion!

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America Recycles Day

November 15, 2019

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Celebrate America Recycles Day, November 15th, by turning your unneeded, unwanted goods into useful resources.

Trash can become treasure when you recycle it.

So, take the pledge at #BeRecycled and help make America beautiful by reducing landfills and giving new life to paper, plastics, electronics, clothing, and more.

When we reduce, reuse and recycle we protect the environment and make the most of what we have.

Recycling gives you something to crow about!

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Paddle for Clean Water

Join Surfrider on October 6th

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Join the hundreds of participants who will be paddling their surfboards, SUPs, and kayaks around San Diego’s Ocean Beach Pier to raise awareness of what the Surfrider Foundation is doing to protect and advocate for clean water.

At 1,971 ft., it’s the longest concrete pier on the West Coast.

So, get ready to paddle and be part of the solution for clean water. Surfrider’s San Diego Chapter is eager to have you on board.

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International Coastal Cleanup Day 2019

Organizations COme Together For Ocean

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

International Coastal Cleanup Day (ICCD), Saturday, September 21, is one of the world’s largest annual volunteer preservation events for our ocean, waves and beaches.

It’s a global movement encompassing 6 million volunteers throughout the U.S. and in 90 countries. The Surfrider Foundation, Heal the Bay, Ocean Conservancy, Sierra Club, and other environmental groups are hosting activities and events at local beaches to clean the coastline and generate awareness of what people can do to promote healthy beaches on a daily basis.

Some of the top five most commonly collected items on ICCD last year were cigarette butts, plastic beverage bottles, food wrappers, plastic bottle caps and plastic straws.

To find an event, check with a Surfrider Foundation chapter near you or one of the other participating organizations.

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Vans US Open of Surfing Crowns Champions!

Yago Dora and Sage Erickson Celebrate Wins

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Brazilian Yago Dora and Californian Sage Erickson rode the Huntington Beach waves to victory on a day that required skill and patience to make the most of what the ocean offered.

Dora’s high-flying moves (posting the day’s top single score of 9.7) gave him the win and moved him into the #4 spot in the QS rankings. Thanking the crowd, he said it “gets me fired up to do my best and that’s what I did today.”

Erickson, who had to get past hometown favorite Courtney Conlogue in the finals, dedicated her win to her grandmother, who passed away two weeks ago, crediting her for “a lot of the lessons” she learned.

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Vans US Open of Surfing 2019

July 27 – August 4

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Huntington Beach, CA – Surf City USA – is getting ready to welcome the world’s elite surfers for the annual Vans US Open of Surfing.

The Open is one of the largest action sports festivals in the country, showcasing the best surfing alongside skateboard and BMX competitions, art exhibitions and hands-on creative workshops.

“The Vans US Open of Surfing presented by Swatch represents the very best of Vans’ heritage,” says Kristy Van Doren, Vans Senior Director, North America Brand Marketing

This is the second year that Swatch is a presenting sponsor and it will have a booth where visitors can mingle and see the Swatch Pro Team’s favorite watches and this year’s local artist collaborations.

Operated by the World Surf League, the Open brings together some of the best brands in sports and retailing. Official partners include Jeep, ULTRA, Red Bull, Jose Cuervo, Barefoot Wine, Hydro Flask, Harley-Davidson, Polo Blue, BF Goodrich, CLIF Bar and Frontier Communications.

So, mark your calendar and join in all the festivities!

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International Surfing Day, June 15th

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready to head out to the beach to celebrate International Surfing Day. Sponsored by the Surfrider Foundation, there will be up to 200 events around the world – in more than 30 countries.

So, find out what’s going on at a beach near you. Then wax your board and load up the woody!

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World Oceans Day – June 8th

Celebrating Blue; Celebrating Life

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On World Oceans Day, June 8th, people around our blue planet will be celebrating and honoring the ocean that connects us all.

A healthy world ocean is critical to our survival. In the words of National Geographic explorer-in-residence, marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle: “No water, no life. No blue, no green.”

“Even if you never have the chance to see or touch the ocean, the ocean touches you with every breath you take, every drop of water you drink, every bite you consume. Everyone, everywhere is inextricably connected to and utterly dependent upon the existence of the sea.”

There will be events spanning the globe from the Santa Monica Aquarium, CA, to the Coralpalooza in Key Largo, Florida, the Marine Biology Institute of Piran, Italy, oceans festival in Thailand, movies on the beach in Curacao, and many more.

Plus, the National Wildlife Federation is holding a contest with Joel Harper, author of All the Way to the Ocean, asking children to write Facebook and Instagram posts about how they are protecting the ocean.

So, find a World Oceans Day event near you and join in the celebration!

Celebrate Blue! Celebrate Life!

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Reduce Reuse Recycle Surf Off – May 18

Competition Puts Clean Ocean First

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Environmentalist Seth Matson is on a mission to keep our oceans and beaches clean…stopping trash at its source on land before it reaches the water.

To accomplish his objective, Matson is hosting this year’s Reduce Reuse Recycle Surf Off in Huntington Beach, CA May 18th at 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

More than a surfing competition, it’s an event that builds awareness about how we can keep trash, plastic and pollutants out of the upstream waterways that run to the sea.

Matson, founder of the non-profit group Drains to Ocean, has other organizations on board, including 5 Gyres Institute, the Sierra Club and Bolsa Chica Land Trust, to make it a fun and informative day for all with surf contests, educational activities, a beach cleanup, awards ceremony, and more.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti have seen firsthand what Matson is doing to protect the environment and know it’s up to all of us to help.

With eight million pieces of trash entering the ocean everyday, keeping the beaches clean is a big job.

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Hands Across the Sand – May 18

Event Promotes Clean Beaches

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surfrider Foundation chapters across the U.S. are gearing up for the annual Hands Across the Sand event May 18, 2019.

Started in 2009 by Surfrider member Dave Rauschkolb, the event brings people together to oppose new offshore drilling and fossil fuel development and to promote clean energy.

Among the organizations involved are Oceana, Healthy Gulf, SoWal Beaches, Earth Ethics, and the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.

At 12 p.m. local time participants at beaches and parks around the world will join hands for 15 minutes to demonstrate their support for protecting our coasts and finding new energy solutions.

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Woodies On Display

Doheny Beach Showcases Classic Cars

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Fans of the classic woodie station wagons that hauled surfboards to the beach in the 1950s/60s are in for a treat when the Southern California Woodie Club hosts its annual vintage cars event at Doheny State Park April 27th.

With over 200 woodies on display it’s sure to be a genuine blast-from-the past.

Cars of every shape and style – many of them restored and even stacked with longboards – will be strutting their stuff at one of CA’s iconic surfing beaches.

Harking back to a carefree time of open roads and endless summer days at the beach, these wooden-sided wagons are guaranteed to make you smile.

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Rising Tide Summit

Saving Ocean Reaches New Heights

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

“The ocean is the most powerful economic engine on earth,” says Vipe Desai, founder of the Rising Tide Summit being held on March 27 and 28 in SoCal at the Port of Los Angeles.

“Without a healthy ocean, there are no healthy people, planet or profits,” Desai points out, explaining why this year’s summit is so important. “Our goal is clear and simple. To chart a new course in ocean conservation.”

And, there’s no time to waste. With the ocean under siege from plastic pollution, coral bleaching, over-fishing, loss of habitat, and debris from inland water runoff we need to come up with solutions to reverse the damage that is occurring.

The summit’s topics include how business alliances can affect environmental causes, combating the plastics in the ocean problem, getting the environmental vote out, updates from the 5 Gyres Institute, and more. Among the speakers are leaders from science and industry, adventurer Alison Teal, and surfing World Champion Shaun Tomson.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel are excited that environmentalists from so many different fields are working together to come up with actionable solutions to protect our oceans.

That’s something we all can support!

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World WIldlife Day – Life Under The Sea

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The United Nations announced that in 2019 the annual World Wildlife Day (March 3) will focus on marine species for the first time.

This year’s theme Life Below Water: for people and planet highlights the critical issues facing marine wildlife and their value to our everyday lives.

UN Development Program Head of Biodiversity and Ecosystems Midori Paxton notes: “Over three billion people depend on marine and coastal biodiversity for their livelihoods and primary source of protein.”

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel learned that the market value of marine and coastal resources and industries is $3 trillion per year.

Plus, oceans help reduce the impact of climate change – That’s good for all of us!

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International Year of the Reef

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The International Coral Reef Initiative, a partnership of more than 60 nations and organizations around the world working to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems, declared 2018 the International Year of the Reef.

This is the third time since the organization’s founding in 1994 that it has declared an International Year of the Reef and the goal is to create awareness about the dangers to the world’s coral reefs and to generate support for helping to preserve and protect them.

Coral reefs have had continued increases in bleaching (losing their nutrients) over the past three decades due to stress from climate and environmental changes. In effect, they are literally losing their colors – the pinks, oranges, yellows and blues that signify healthy reef systems.

The ICRI encourages governments, the private sector, non-profit organizations, and academia to join forces to share information and develop effective conservation strategies.

Healthy coral reefs are essential for the well-being of the planet because they support 25% of all marine life, providing habitats for countless organisms including over 4,000 species of fish. They also protect our shorelines from erosion and contribute to local communities’ fishing, travel and tourism economies.

NASA research scientist Liane Guild says,”Coral reefs are considered ‘canaries of the oceans,’ acting as an early warning system for marine ecosystems.” Like birds in a coal mine warning of dangerous gas, the reefs are sounding an environmental alert.

In 2018 we need to take notice.

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Make the Season Bright!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

December is the time to be of good cheer.

As Ebenezer Scrooge learns in Charles DIckens’ A Christmas Carol, the relationships we have with others and the good deeds we do are far more important than the wealth we acquire.

So, take time to catch some waves, mix and mingle…

Deck the Halls…

have charity toward others, and help make the world a better place.

Season’s Greetings to all and a Happy New Year!

Patti and Sunny

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National Cookie Day – 11/26 and 12/4

Celebrate America’s Favorite Treat

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

After Thanksgiving – just when you think you can’t eat another bite – get ready for National Cookie Day, November 26 and December 4.

That’s right – Two days to celebrate America’s favorite treat! “One day isn’t enough,” says SurfWriter Girl Sunny Magdaug. “We need at least two days.”

There’s always room for a cookie – especially when you bake them yourself!

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti Kishel like to bake cookies for our friends and family, whether it’s classic chocolate chip or decorated Christmas cookies.

Like the Pillsbury Doughboy says:

“Nothing says lovin’ like something from the oven.”

What’s your favorite cookie?

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Halloween – Make It A Beach Treat!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On All Hallow’s Eve (October 31st) get ready to celebrate things that go bump in the night.

Carve a pumpkin, drink apple cider, trick-or-treat, or party on the beach!

Beach communities from California to Maine, Canada and Europe will be building bon fires and making s’mores.

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World Gratitude Day – September 21

Celebrate the Good Things in Life!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

September 21st is World Gratitude Day – a day to express gratitude and appreciation for all the wonderful things to be found in the world.

Started in 1965 in Hawaii – where people traditionally thank Mother Nature for Earth’s bounty, beautiful oceans, green landscapes and the Aloha spirit – World Gratitude Day was adopted by the United Nations in 1977.

Since then it has spread around the globe.

Now, when there is so much divisiveness in the news, SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel think taking a day to focus on all the positive things we have and the beauty around us is time well spent.

What do you have to be grateful for and who do you want to thank?

You may be surprised at how long a list it is!

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Vans US Open of Surfing 2017

Surf, Sun and Sustainability!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug & Patti Kishel

Huntington Beach, CA, Surf City USA, is in the spotlight once more for the annual Vans US Open of Surfing showcasing the world’s best surfers, skateboarders and BMX riders. Running from July 29 – August 6, the event is about surfing and more.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel learned that this year the USOS is focusing on sustainability.

Vans says, “As part of a multi-year effort, the 2017 Vans US Open will divert waste from the landfill, utilize renewable energy to power the contest and webcast, support local community groups and charities, encourage alternative transportation, and offset the carbon emissions of the event.”

With competitions to watch, sports stars to mingle with, and lots of activities, workshops and games, the USOS has evolved into one of the premiere action sports festivals in the world. There’s truly something for everyone.

So, come on out to Huntington Beach and join the party!

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International Surfing Day 2017

Here Comes the Sun!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On Saturday morning, June 17, 2017, surfers and sun worshipers alike will be out in full force at Surf City, USA’s Huntington Beach Pier to enjoy this year’s International Surfing Day (ISD) and pay homage to the summer solstice.

Started in 2005 by Surfing magazine and the Surfrider Foundation, ISD has become an annual event around the globe to celebrate this great sport and to give something back to the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

The action runs from 8 am – 1 pm and includes paddle outs, surf lessons, yoga on the beach, surf industry displays, ocean education, music and more.

So, as the Beatles say, “Here comes the sun…It’s all right, it’s all right.”

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Pacific City’s A Taste of Lot 579

Surfrider Foundation Benefit – May 11th

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surfers and foodies alike are all heading to Lot 579, the popular, beach-themed food hall in Huntington Beach’s Pacific City complex for this year’s A Taste of Lot 579.

Named after HB’s Lifeguard Towers 5, 7 and 9, located just across PCH from the complex, Lot 579 is the perfect place for this tribute to food and SoCal’s beach culture on Thursday, May 11th, from 7 – 9 pm.

Steps from the sea and sand, with ocean breezes, Lot 579 has everything under one roof – from fresh-caught seafood, artisanal sandwiches, burgers and beer, and Italian specialties to tempting cupcakes, homemade ice cream and cool pops with your own custom flavors.

You’ll get to try an amazing array of foods from SoCal’s top restaurants, mingle with friends, enjoy music and more, and help support the non-profit Surfrider Foundation, which is dedicated to protecting the world’s oceans, waves and beaches for the enjoyment of all of us. What could be better!

With tickets just $20 and so many tastes to try, the evening will be cranking!

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Surfrider Foundation Ohana Day – April 15

Celebrate Family and Friends!

Make Saturday, April 15^th, a fun, family day and head out to Seal Beach for Ohana Day – a Hawaiian-style celebration that’s all about family and Mother Earth. Sponsored by the Surfrider Foundation and Kohl’s department stores, there will be beach activities, demos, booths, entertainment, raffles, and more.

So, jump on your bike or load up the woody and get ready to join in the festivities and share the stoke!

Located next to the Seal Beach Pier, the event is from 9 am – 1 pm and is the perfect way to experience the love and warmth of Ohana.

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Girl Scout Cookie Centennial

Make Way for S’mores!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

It’s Girl Scout Cookie season again! And not just any season.

2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the first year Girl Scouts started selling their tasty treats.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel (former Scouts who sold lots of cookies!) were excited to learn the new flavor launched for the Centennial – S’mores (in Crispy and Crunchy versions).

What could be more fitting? The recipe for that campfire favorite s’mores was first published in 1927 in the magazine Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts.

Look for the Girl Scouts selling cookies until April to raise money for programs to help girls discover the outdoors and develop their leadership and life-skills abilities.

Girl Scouts from Rancho Santa Margarita Troop 2898 were eager to sell Patti boxes of the new S’mores and Sunny’s favorite Thin Mints.

As you probably already know, the cookies are hard to resist. In an average season Girl Scout Cookies generate $800 million in revenues.

That’s a lot of Thin Mints, Tagalongs, Samoas,Caramel deLites and Do-si-dos.

But, who can say no?

Especially now when we always want S’more.

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Chinese New Year 2017

Year of the Rooster is Time to Crow!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

What’s the best way to celebrate Chinese New Year (Jan 28), the Year of the Rooster? With a Moscow Mule.

Did you know that the Moscow Mule cocktail (the one served in a copper mug) was popularized at Hollywood’s legendary Cock ‘n Bull restaurant on Sunset Blvd.? So, what better drink to toast in Chinese New Year than one associated with a rooster?

A famous watering hole for celebrities – especially the Brits – from the 1930s through the 1980s, the Cock ‘n Bull was a hang out for actor Richard Burton and rockers Jim Morrison and Rod Stewart. Warren Beatty was a regular there, too.

Invented in 1941, the Moscow Mule – a mix of Vodka and ginger beer – got its name from Vodka’s association with Russia and the kick (like a mule!) that comes from the ginger beer.

So, you can make your own Moscow Mule, SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel have a recipe you’ll definitely crow about.

Moscow Mule Recipe

Pour 2 oz. vodka, 3 – 5 oz. ginger beer and a half oz.lime juice into a mug (preferably a copper mug) over ice. Stir and garnish with a lime wedge.

Then you’re ready to chill out like a czar.

Just watch how many drinks you have or you could end up seeing double.

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Election Day Update

Ban the Bag Passes!

People Voted YES on Proposition 67

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Did you ever wonder what happens to plastic grocery bags after you use them? With 100 billion plastic bags used every year in America, it’s important to know.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel learned that, all too often, these plastic grocery bags wash into our rivers, lakes, streams, and oceans. Once there, they are ingested by or entangle sea turtles, otters, seals, fish, and birds, who mistake the bags for food.

Later the animals die from the bags or are eaten by other animals, with the plastic bags working their way through the food chain and ultimately being eaten by man.

Even when disposed of properly plastic bags clog our landfills, taking up to a thousand years to biodegrade.

Burning them isn’t an answer either since the plastic bags give off toxic gases.

How can we stop this from happening? In California it’s simple. By getting rid of single-use plastic bags. 150 cities and counties in California have already enacted local laws to ban single-use plastic bags.

Now that Yes on 67 has passed this will make it a state-wide ban.
YES on 67 is a common-sense solution to reduce an unnecessary and deadly source of plastic pollution in the environment. It not only protects wildlife and ourselves, but protects our waterways for recreation and tourism. This is vital for our quality of life and for the state’s economy.

Many environmental organizations and others supported YES on 67. These include the Surfrider Foundation (which is dedicated to protecting the world’s oceans, waves and beaches), California Coastal Commission, Sierra Club, The Nature Conservancy, Defenders of WIldlife, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Patagonia, Clif Bar, and more.

Single-use plastic bags are: Unsafe, Unsightly, Unwanted.

Together, with the simple mark on a ballot, the people have spoken to stop the damage caused by single-use plastic bags in California.

“I firmly believe in the idea that each and every one of us can make a concrete difference in the health of our ocean and coasts.When we work together, we can scale that change into something meaningful on the national and global level. Each and every vote does make a difference and you have an opportunity to make your opinion count.”

– Dr. Chad Nelsen, Surfrider Foundation CEO

Californians voted for the environment. They Voted YES on 67

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Rudy’s Barber Shop Opens in HB!

Party & Free Haircuts – October 6

Benefit for Surfrider Foundation

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

At Rudy’s Barbershop it’s about “more than just haircuts.”

Wherever Seattle-based Rudy’s opens its doors the goal is to become part of the neighborhood. Rudy’s wants to be “a relevant, cross-generational community center, buzzing with creative energy and welcoming its guests with a unique personality and fresh take on modern salon services meeting old-school barbershop inspiration and appeal.”

This is certainly true at Rudy’s 21st – and newest! – location in the beach-themed Pacific City mall (21010 Pacific Coast Hwy) just across the street from SoCal’s iconic Huntington Beach Pier.

In a nod to the beach just outside its windows, Rudy’s is offering complimentary haircuts at its Opening Party, Thursday, October 6, 2016, and donating the tips to the Huntington/Seal Beach Chapter of the nonprofit Surfrider Foundation, which is dedicated to protecting the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

Providing top-notch, signature cuts for men and women in an inviting atmosphere that blends art and music, Rudy’s is excited to be part of Pacific City’s casual beach vibe.

So, join the party from 6 – 9 p.m. You’ll get a great haircut that turns heads on the beach and support the Surfrider Foundation! C’mon, there’s a chair waiting for you!

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Huntington Beach Green Expo – 2016

Surf City Says, “Go, Green!”

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

As Kermit the Frog says, “It’s not easy being green.”

But, if you go to the Huntington Beach Green Expo, on Saturday, October 8, 2016, you’ll find out everything you need to know to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

With over 50 vendors and exhibitors on hand, live music and fun zone activities, there’s something for the whole family.

The non-profit Surfrider Foundation Huntington/Seal Beach chapter is on board, too, with members educating and informing everyone what we can do to keep the beaches clean.

So, head out to HB’s City Hall, 2000 Main Street, and join the Green Team!

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San Diego Becomes “Sandiego” – 2016

Sand Sculptures Amaze and Delight!

On Labor Day Weekend, September 2 – 5, the City of San Diego is once again transforming itself into SANDiego when it hosts the annual US Sand Sculpting Challenge.

Sand sculptors from around the world will be out in force to amaze you with their artistic visions. Don’t miss this chance to see their creations before the tides take them away.

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National Sea Serpent Day

August 7, 2016

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Get ready for National Sea Serpent Day! It’s a day to celebrate all the mysterious and mythic sea serpents of the deep from the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland to the Midgarosormr of Norse legends – a serpent so big it was said to encircle the earth.

Sailors and others have reported seeing sea serpents for hundreds of years.

In Medieval and Renaissance times (5th to 17th century) cartographers often included sea serpents on the maps and charts they drew.

Sightings of “Nessie,” the famed Loch Ness Monster, date back 1500 years. And, in 1850 a sea serpent was reported in Ireland “sunning itself near the Clare coast off Kilkee.” More recently, in 1985 two brothers in San Francisco said they saw a sea serpent at least 60-ft-long swimming in the bay.

Much like UFO sightings, people have debated whether sea serpents are real or even hoaxes made up to fool the public.

Whatever the truth may be, SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel remember another sea serpent seen by many – Cecil, the Seasick Sea Serpent.

In the 1960s he and his sidekick Beany were the stars of the popular Beany and Cecil cartoon show.

Created by Bob Clampett for ABC-TV, the duo were the coolest personalities on television with legions of young fans following their adventures every week.

The Mattel toy company even made a line of Beany and Cecil toys and lunchboxes that all the kids wanted. Today they sell for big bucks on eBay.

So, in honor of National Sea Serpent Day, put on a beany cap and spin the propeller!

And, when you’re at the beach, look around. Who knows what you’ll see?

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Surf’s Up in Huntington Beach!

Vans US Open of Surfing – July 23-31

Written By SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surf City, USA is in the spotlight again with the 2016 Vans US Open of Surfing showcasing the world’s best surfers, skateboarders and BMX riders. The event is about surfing and more and has evolved into one of the premiere action and sports festivals.

With competitions to watch, sports stars to mingle with, and lots of activities, workshops and games, there’s something for everyone. So, come on out to Huntington Beach and join the party!

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The Art of Surf Exhibit

Benefit for The Kids of One Recovery

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surf art by some of the world’s leading artists is on display at One Gallery, 1431 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, in The Art of Surf exhibit, thru July 14, 2016 (Opening Big Bash Party, July 9th at 7 pm).

This is your chance to see surf and ocean art by Drew Brophy, Joshua Paskowitz, Roy Gonzalez, Chloe Trujillo, Nathan Paul Gibbs, and more.

Plus three iconic surfboards on display:

Legendary Hawaiian surfer/lifeguard Eddie Aikau’s rescue board

Patrick Swayze’s board from the the Point Break movie

Artist Rick Griffin’s painted board

The exhibit benefits the One Recovery community-based, non-profit organization that focuses on helping struggling adolescents and their families by “replacing destructive behaviors with positive new pathways for growth and happiness.”

“I am so stoked to be part of this exhibit,” says Drew Brophy. The fact that it benefits young people fits with his mission “to inspire generations of people to live the life of their dreams.”

SurfWriter Girls think The Art of Surf exhibit is a great way to celebrate the summer and to give back to others in need. For more information or to attend the party, call 888-852-2201 or go to the website: 1recovery.com

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Summer Art Camp

Creativity Blooms at HB Art Garden

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Orange County artists Letitia Di Luca and Sherri Coffman have joined forces to offer a summer art camp for children. Designed for ages 5 – 12, each session focuses on a theme from Summer Dreams and Candyland to Music Masters and Sea Life.

This is a great way to escape the heat and be creative. No sunscreen needed…just imagination and a willingness to have fun!

Classes run from June 27 – September 2 and are held at the HB Art Garden, 21561 Surveyor Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92646.

There are two scheduling options available: Tuesday and Thursday mornings (9am – noon) and Monday, Wednesday, Friday afternoons (1-4 pm). For more information or to register, phone: 714-397-1897 or email the artists at: signsott@aol.com.

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International Surfing Day 2016

Goin’ to Surf City, USA

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

On Saturday morning, June 18, 2016, surfers and sun worshipers alike will be out in full force at Surf City, USA’s Huntington Beach Pier to enjoy this year’s International Surfing Day (ISD) and pay homage to the summer solstice.

Started in 2005 by Surfing magazine and the Surfrider Foundation, ISD has become an annual event around the globe to celebrate this great sport and to give something back to the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

The action runs from 8 am – 1 pm and includes paddle outs, surf lessons, yoga on the beach, surf industry displays, ocean education, music and more.

So, wax your board and join everyone goin’ to Surf City!

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May is National Bike Month

Get On Board!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Orange County Transportation Authority says “Get On Board”…your bike. May is National Bike Month. For 60 years bicyclists in communities across the United States have chosen May as the month to celebrate all things bike. Whether you ride your bike for play or work, to exercise or to help the environment, now’s the time to pedal out and enjoy the sights and sounds of the OC.

Established in 1956 by the League of American Bicyclists, Bike Month was designed to showcase the wide range of bicycling benefits and to encourage more people to try cycling, Bike Month in Orange County continues to grow with fun bicycle events and promotions. There’s the UCI Bike Festival, OCTA Bike Rally, even a Blessing of the Bikes. So, c’mon out and experience stress-free cycling on the county’s designated bikeways – there’s over 1,000 miles to explore!

To find out all the bike-related events going on in May, click on OCTA Then pump up the tires, grab your helmet and get ready to roll.

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Surf’s up at Newport Beach Film Festival

April 21 – 28, 2016

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

A great way to cool down after a day in the sun is to slip into a darkened movie theater and settle in with a box of popcorn. Surfers and film enthusiasts alike are in for a treat at this year’s Newport Beach Film Festival.

For the perfect double bill (April 25 at 6 pm) there’s Return to Cape St. Francis, the long-awaited sequel to The Endless Summer film classic that turned a generation on to surfing, and The Biggest Board: Surf City USA’s Epic Ride about catching a wave into the Guinness World Records Book.

Other surf films to keep an eye out for include: Mad Dogs, about three Brazilian surfers going after the world’s most famous waves; Psychic Vibrations, Volcom’s compilation of 20 years of influential surf films; View From a Blue Moon, surfing from the point of view of champion surfer John Florence.

So, grab the popcorn and get ready for the lights to dim. It’s movie time!

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Ohana Day Celebrates Family

April 16, 2016

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Head out to Seal Beach on April 16th to join in the fun on Ohana Day – a Hawaiian-style celebration that focuses on family and Mother Earth. Sponsored by the Surfrider Foundation and Kohl’s department stores, there will be beach activities, demos, booths, entertainment, raffles, and more.

Located next to the Seal Beach Pier, the event is from 9 am – 1 pm and is the perfect way to experience the love and warmth of Ohana. For more information see complete story on Surf’n Beach Scene Magazine Home Page.

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Sumo Sato Luau of Love

Surfing Pastor Benefit – April 9

Share the spirit of Ohana and join in the celebration to honor Huntington Beach Pastor Sumo Sato and help raise funds for his medical treatments. For more information see complete story on Surf’n Beach Scene Magazine Home Page.

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Minions Holding Giant Easter Egg Hunt

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

C’mon and join the Minions for an Easter egg hunt and party at Minion Beach!

The mischievous Minions – Bob, Stuart, Kevin and the rest – will show you how to make your own Minion-inspired, decorated eggs and put together the perfect Easter basket.

What could be better than fun in the sun and treats for everyone?

So, load up the woody and join the party at Minion Beach at El Macho’s Lair.

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Eddie Aikau Big Wave Event is a Go!

John John Florence Wins Surf Invitational

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Eddie Aikau Big-Wave Invitational, one of the most prestigious – and certainly the rarest – surfing events in the world took place on Thursday, February 25, 2016 in Hawaii on Oahu’s North Shore.

Elite surfers from around the globe waited excitedly on standby to hear if the surf conditions were right. They were …and the event was on. With monster waves as high as 60 feet.

Hawaiian surfer John John Florence took first place by catching four enormous waves and earning a total score of 301 points. The second youngest surfer to win the event, Florence, 23, thanked the Aikau family and Quiksilver for sponsoring it and said it was a dream come true to compete against surfers who were his heroes growing up.

Named after Waimea Bay’s first lifeguard, Eddie Aikau (1946-1978), the invitation-only surfing event has been held just nine times in its 31-year history. That’s because the tournament rules require that open-ocean waves reach a minimum of 20 feet (which translates to a wave face height of 30 or more feet).

Aikau, who loved surfing the Big Waves, is legendary for saving over 500 people as Waimea’s lifeguard. Not one person was lost while he was on duty. No matter how dangerous the surf, Aikau would plunge in to make a rescue, leading Islanders to say of his exploits, “Eddie would go.” Unfortunately, Aikau’s life was cut short when he was lost at sea on a 2,500 mile sailing expedition retracing the ancient Polynesian migration between Hawaii and Tahiti.

To find out more about Aikau’s amazing life and his legacy, check out these two books written by Stuart Coleman: Eddie Would Go: The Story of Eddie Aikau and Eddie Aikau: Hawaiian Hero.

Along with this, the International Surfing Museum in Huntington Beach is currently showcasing Aikau in its exhibit: EDDIE GOES! Aikau’s brother Clyde Aikau is shown here with museum chairman Brett Barnes and exhibits director Dave Reynolds, who also designed the event poster.

Anyone who cares about surfing will definitely want to make this exhibit a go!

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Nancy Hastings – Great write-up ladies! Proud to report my blood-cousin (My uncle’s son) Steven Estabrook was a judge at this year’s Eddie Aikau contest. This is the 2nd time he has judged! My cousin has lived on the north shore of Oahu for over 20 years, so I guess he has made friends with all the right people. 🙂

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

From Cafe au Lait to Love

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Would you like to go out for coffee? Why don’t you come inside for a cup of coffee? How many romances – in the movies and real life – have started with those words?

The French, long associated with amour, created the French press coffee maker in the 1850s to brew the perfect coffee. The standard size press makes just the right amount for two.

To find out more about the connection between coffee and couples, Dunkin Donuts commissioned a survey to take a closer look at the subject.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Patti & Sunny

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Surf City Marathon & half marathon

February 7, 2016

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Start carbo-loading and getting your practice runs in because Sunday, February 7th, is the Surf City USA classic oceanfront marathon in Huntington Beach.

Surf City’s exclusive oceanfront course is a runner’s California Dream! It takes you on the Pacific Coast Highway past Huntington Beach’s iconic pier and along SoCal’s legendary surfing beaches.

Along the way, retro surf bands keep the good vibrations going. And, when you reach the finish line, the party really kicks in with bodacious surfboard medals for the runners and a beachside beer garden to celebrate in.

The Huntington Beach Longboard Crew, Surf City’s oldest surf club, is joining Samuel Adams beer company in hosting the Annual Beer Garden Beach Party. So you know it will be rockin!

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Celebrate Rubber Ducky Day!

January 13th

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Rub a dub, dub, fill up the tub! Before you know it National Rubber Ducky Day on January 13th will be here. Created and patented by Los Angeles sculptor Peter Ganine in the 1940s, the bright,yellow duck, that has become a familiar sight in bath tubs everywhere, even has its own day now. Who would’ve guessed it? Or that over 50,000,000 rubber duckies have been sold. According to London’s The Sun newspaper, even Queen Elizabeth has one in her tub. As further proof of its wide following, in 2013 the rubber duck was “induckted” into the Toy Hall of Fame, joining an illustrious group of only 52 other toys.

Many countries around the world from North America and Europe to Australia hold rubber duck races to raise money for charity. And, in recognition of the larger-than-life stature the yellow duck has achieved, Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman created the world’s largest rubber duck in 2007, measuring 54 x 65 x 105 ft and weighing over 1,300 lbs.

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HOLIDAY GREETINGS & HAPPY NEW YEAR

SUNNY, PATTI, GREG & SMOKEY

HO! HO! HO!

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What’s New – Pink or Blue?

Catherine & Sean Lowe to Welcome Baby on Board!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Philosophers often describe life as a sea voyage with the journey beginning at birth. Catherine and Sean Lowe (ABC-TVs The Bachelor) are finding this out firsthand as they get ready to add to their own voyage with a baby on board.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel were excited this week when Sunny’s longtime friend Cynthia Mejia-Giudici called to share the news that her daughter Catherine and son-in-law Sean are expecting their first child.

“Sean called to tell me that the baby is due in June,” Cyn said, eager to welcome her first grandchild. “They’re going to be here in Seattle for the holidays and I can’t wait to see them. Catherine’s sisters Monica and India will be here, too. So, it’s going to be a great time for all of us together.”

After a Final Rose ceremony in Thailand that ended with the couple riding off into the sunset on an elephant, Catherine and Sean, who met on Season 17 of The Bachelor, were married January 26, 2014. Sean’s father, Jay, a Baptist minister, officiated in a televised ceremony at Santa Barbara’s renowned Four Seasons Resort Biltmore just steps from the sea.

SurfWriter Girls couldn’t be happier for the couple and think that the holidays are the perfect time to celebrate this new life journey that’s about to start.

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Thanksgiving Food For Thought

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

When you sit down to Thanksgiving dinner do you ever wonder where the food came from? SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel found out some interesting food facts – from which state grows the most turkeys, who’s number one for cranberries, and where the classic green bean casserole dish came from.

To get the facts on this special day, take a look at SurfWriter Girls story in the Orange County Breeze. Just click on: OC Breeze

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Sunny and Patti

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Surfrider Gives Huntington Beach

Halloween Treat – A Clean Beach!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The Surfrider Foundation’s Huntington/Seal Beach Chapter hosted a Halloween Beach Cleanup in Huntington Beach. A pirate skull and crossbones marked the spot on the sand where everyone gathered.

Chapter members – many in costumes – were on hand to greet the more than 300 volunteers who showed up eager to help.

HB locals, students, church groups, volunteers from Subaru of America, Inc., the Marriott Hotels and Courtyard, and others all pitched in.

Together they removed over 330 lbs. of trash from the beach.

For HB it was a special treat! A Booooooootiful beach.

Photos courtesy of Tony Soriano

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Minions Hit The Beach

For Halloween Party

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

After the worldwide release of their hit movie The Minions the fire plug-size stars are ready to party on Halloween at Minion Beach.

Decked out in costumes and with treats on hand, the Minions are out in force…and on the lookout for things that go bump in the night.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti are looking forward to the party. To join in the festivities, just head out to Minion Beach at El Macho’s Lair.

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San Diego – End of Summer Blasts

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

San Diego is where the end-of-summer action is for the next few weeks. With everything from spectacular sandcastles to surf competitions and a giant paddle out around the Ocean Beach Pier.

The US Sand Sculpting Challenge on Labor Day weekend (September 4 – 7) is an international event that brings artists from around the world to compete to build the best sandcastles and creative works. (Story on Home Page.)

Surf for the Sea (September 12 & 13) is an annual surf competition sponsored by the non-profit Surfrider Foundation in honor of local surfers who have passed away and to raise money to protect the environment. There will be raffles and prizes.

Annual Paddle for Clean Water on Sunday (September 27), hosted by the Surfrider Foundation, draws hundreds of surfers to paddle around the OB Pier to build awareness of the importance of clean water.

So, make San Diego your destination for end-of-summer activities!

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Summer Days Wind Down

Time to Go Off the Clock and Off the Grid!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

With the end of summer fast approaching and everyone trying to cram as much as possible into the last golden days, SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel say “Whoa!” It’s time to slow down and enjoy the true pleasures of having free time before giving in to the demands of work and school.

So, get ready to go off the clock and off the grid. Pour a cold drink, get comfy in your hammock or deck chair and take a look at SurfWriter Girls story in the Orange County Breeze. Just click here on: OC Breeze

The OC Breeze, with editor Shelley Henderson at the helm, is a local treasure that keeps our community connected. Combining high journalistic standards with just the right dash of irreverence, the Breeze’s smiling tiki on the masthead tells you this is news SoCal style.

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Huntington Beach Hosts 2015 Surf Open

US Open of Surfing Still Off the Wall

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Japan’s Hiroto Ohhara and Johanne Defay of France stole the show and the winners’ prizes with their upset wins at the Vans U.S. Open of Surfing 2015.

The two champions, who were both underdogs, were elated over winning the Open and couldn’t believe that they had actually taken the top awards in this crown jewel of surfing.

It was a week capped with surprises, but no surprise that host Vans and Huntington Beach would pull out the stops to put on a world-class show.

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Surf’s Up in Huntington Beach!

U.S. Open of Surfing – July 25 to August 3

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

The U.S. Open of Surfing – the premier event in surfing – is Off the Wall again in Huntington Beach with host sponsor Vans pulling out all the stops for a jam-packed week of surfing, skate and BMX competitions.

The U.S. Open generates over $20 million dollars for the OC economy. Find out what all the excitement is about and share the stoke.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel are on the scene covering the action. The story’s in SurfWriter Girls blog.

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SurfWriter Girls Celebrate 4th Anniversary!

Blog & Magazine Cover the Beach

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Since July 2011 SurfWriter Girls environmental & lifestyles blog has brought you stories about the people, places, organizations and events that are shaping our beach communities -166 stories, in all. From the U.S. Open of Surfing to beach restaurant and art reviews, California’s drought, Surfrider Foundation events and Huntington Beach’s Century of Stoke.

Along with this, we now have Surf’n Beach Scene Magazine to bring you even more coverage.

Look for our anniversary story in SurfWriter Girls.

Mahalo and thanks for your support!

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Surf City Does It!

Two Guinness World Records

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Epic Big Board Ride

Largest Surfboard

Most People Riding a Surfboard

Way to Go, Surfrider Ambassador Duke Aipa!

Congrats to HB & All the Riders!

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Celebrate Surfing!

International Surfing Day – June 20

Come to the Huntington Beach pier (8 a.m. – 1 p.m.) and join the Surfrider Foundation in the beach activities.

Event sponsors include:

Help Surfrider protect the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

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Epic Big Board Ride in Huntington Beach June 20th

Surf City Goes for Guinness Record

Don’t miss history in the making as Surf City tries to break two Guinness World Records in the same day on June 20th, International Surfing Day (ISD).

The records targeted to come toppling down are: “Most people riding a surfboard” and “World’s longest surfboard.”

So, join the crowd and look for the action at the Huntington Beach Pier!

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Earth Day – A Time to Plant

April 22

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Imagine a billion new trees on the planet to nurture and sustain us, providing welcome shade and new life to our environment.

ForestNATION, a member of the Earth Day Network, is encouraging people around the world to plant a new tree on Earth Day, April 22, 2015.

According to the Native American culture, when you take something from the Earth you must put something back. Planting a tree is a way to compensate Mother Nature for all that she gives us.

Join SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel in pledging to give back on Earth Day.

Whether it’s planting a tree, helping to clean up the environment, or reducing your carbon footprint, find a way to honor the Earth on its special day.

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Award-Winning Film – Limited Engagement

Free Screening at Don the Beachcomber

The Surfrider Foundation Huntington/Seal Beach Chapter is hosting a free screening of the award-winning film Plastic Paradise at Don the Beachcomber in Huntington Beach on March 19 at 6:30 p.m.

Documentary filmmaker Angela Sun’s eye-opening film chronicles how plastic pollution in the ocean has led to the ecological devastation of the Midway Atoll located thousands of miles from civilization.

SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel urge you to see this important film and see firsthand what happens to the discarded bottles, bags, and other plastics that are used everyday.

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Surf City Marathon & Beach Beer Garden Party

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Grab some friends and drive over to the Huntington Beach Pier to start an early Super Bowl Sunday morning celebration and be part of the Surf City Marathon and ®Michelob Ultra Beach Beer Garden Party. Sponsored by the Huntington Beach Longboard Crew – Huntington Beach’s original surfing club – it will be held on Sunday, February 1, 2015 from 8 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

This is the sixth year that the Longboard Crew has sponsored the event. “The Beer Garden is a service we provide to the Surf City Marathon. As ambassadors of the city, our members our proud of our sixth year of welcoming the marathoners to our city. At the end of the race there is a ‘tall one’ waiting for every over 21 runner and the Huntington-Beach-Longboard-Crew are the official hosts,” said Gary Sahagen, president and one of the club’s original founding members.

Founded in 1984, The Huntington Beach Longboard Crew is a non-profit organization involved with various surfing contests and activities and giving to local charities, Sahagen told SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel. It’s all about enabling “people to feel good about giving back, whether it’s mentoring the younger surfers on how to do community service or just do well in an event.”

For more information about the Surf City Marathon and Beach Beer Garden Party event here’s the link: http://www.runsurfcity.com/Beer-Garden-s/70.htm.

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A Silver and Gold New Year

Friendship – the Perfect Blendship for 2015

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other’s gold.

That popular campfire song of old is just as relevant now as we start the New Year.

To make 2015 a better year, SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel would like to see us all reach out the hand of friendship to the people we encounter in our everyday lives.

Putting aside differences and disagreements, now is the time to focus on the things that unite us and to celebrate our shared hopes and dreams.

As writers who are out in the community, SurfWriter Girls are fortunate to meet new people practically everywhere we go…at beach cleanups, talking to small business owners, at civic events, and more.

Along the way, many have become our friends, like Ocean Friendly Gardens expert Greg Goran…

Surfrider Foundation volunteers Alex and Norma Sellers…

Up, Up & Away Kites owners Melissa and Jason Natanson…

International Surfing Museum workers Cindy Cross and Dave Reynolds. The list goes on.

Think of your own list and all the people with whom you come into contact. How many potential new friends are waiting there? How many old friends are hoping to reconnect? You might be surprised.

If you’d like to find out, it’s easy. Just make the effort. As the saying goes, “To have a friend, you have to be a friend.”

Motivational speaker and author Dale Carnegie, once said, “You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.”

While focusing on friends – both old and new – may not seem like such a big thing, President Woodrow Wilson felt differently. Recognizing the importance of friendship, he stated, “Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together.”

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti definitely agree. Sunny and her friend Cynthia Mejia Giudici have been friends since first grade, staying connected through marriages, divorces, births, deaths, and distance.

Patti and her friends from Culver City High School – Lynn, Linda, Barbara and Mickey – still get together every year for their annual CCHS Girls Thanksgiving Lunch.

True friendship is like a velvety rose bud that, when nurtured, develops into a thing of beauty. With friends you can share special moments that you delight in, enjoying the small, but important things, that occur and the interesting places where life takes you.

In the words of noted theologian St. Thomas Aquinas, “Friendship is the source of the greatest pleasures and without friends even the most agreeable pursuits become tedious.”

So, if you want to make a positive difference in 2015 – in your own life and the lives of others – just open your heart and mind and reach out to someone, offering them the gift of friendship.

Now that all the holiday gifts have been unwrapped and put away, this is one more gift that can last a lifetime… turning from silver to gold.

Happy New Year!

Patti and Sunny

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Silent Disco Rocks at the Holidays!

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

“Do you hear what I hear?” sings the Drummer Boy. Everyone at the second annual Silent Disco at Fuzion, December 27th in Huntington Beach, produced by Kaleidoscope Productions, will have a lot to hear…on individual headsets – fifteen DJs playing on three channels.

Event co-planner Ryan Dettmer told SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel, “Silent Disco is a new and unique way to experience music. Each person at the event gets a headset that wirelessly connects to the DJs playing and lets them listen to three channels so they can listen to whatever music they want to enjoy.”

Along with the music, there will be Lazer Tag, Live Art, Face Painting, Mini-Bowling, Full Dave and Busters-style Arcade, Beer and Wine Bar, Clothing Vendors, and more!

The tickets cost $20 per person. To buy your tickets click on this link: Silent Disco Event.

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Venus In Fur on Stage at SCR

Graham Hamilton Gets Wave of Applause

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Surfrider Foundation West LA/Malibu Chapter Chairperson Graham Hamilton is temporarily trading in the wave break for the spotlight here in the OC where he is starring in South Coast Repertory Theatre’s production Venus in Fur.

SurfWriter Girl Patti and husband Greg Kishel had front row seats and saw firsthand what a talented actor Hamilton is. “His performance is impressive,” says Patti, “as he changes character and point of view throughout the play and deftly switches back-and-forth between drama and comedy.”

Playing the role of a stage director trying to cast the perfect leading lady for his upcoming play, Hamilton is joined by multifaceted co-star Jaimi Paige, who bursts into the room on a dark and stormy night – inverted, blown-out umbrella in hand – demanding to audition. Sultry and magnetic, she turns out to be more than she seems…with an agenda of her own.

Written by David Ives and directed by Casey Stangl, Venus in Fur puts a new spin on the “casting couch,” exploring the boundaries of seduction and power, fantasy and reality.

If you’re looking for an intelligent, witty, sexually-provocative play, this is it – a one-act, one-scene, 90 minutes of total entertainment. It runs through October 26. For tickets go online to: scr.org Or call 714-708-5555.

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Surf Off!! In Huntington Beach

Reduce, Reuse, Recyle Surf Off!! – October 4th

Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel

Wax your board and get ready to join in the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Surf Off!! Competition, October 4, 2014, from 7 am – 4 pm, at 9th Street and PCH in Huntington Beach!

Spearheaded by longtime Huntington Beach resident Seth Matson, owner of the Orange County Clothing Company (OCCC),

the non-profit event combines surfing and educational activities and is geared toward surfers of all levels.

Along with the surfing contests, “we’re looking to encourage competitors to learn about ongoing issues of litter in our city streets and beaches, pollution in our oceans…

and even our drinking water,” Matson told SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel.

The event’s focus is on “bringing friends, family and the community together for a fun-filled day at the beach,” Matson said, adding that everyone will “get to surf, eat a super-healthy lunch provided by Whole Foods Market Huntington Beach, clean up the beach, create some eco art, and meet professional surfers.”

Along with the OCCC, other sponsors who’ve signed on to help produce the Surf Off!! include: the Surfrider Foundation Huntington/Seal Beach Chapter, Bolsa Chica Land Trust, Jack’s Surfboards, Whole Foods Market HB, and Rainbow Environmental Services.

“We are happy to support this event with all the other great sponsors,” said Tony Soriano, Surfrider H/SB Chapter Chairperson. “The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our oceans, waves, and beaches, so this is right up our alley.”

Surf Off!! has five divisions: Grom (11 & under), Youth (12 – 16), Guys (17 & over), Girls (all ages), and Longboard (all ages).

The standard entry fee will be waived with a donation to any of these non-profits: Surfrider Foundation, Bolsa Chica Land Trust, or Shipley Nature Center.

During the event there’s a Beachside Recycling Eco-Drive going on, too. So bring any aluminum cans, plastic or glass bottles and other recyclables you have.

Following the Surf Off!!, there’s going to be an Awards Ceremony, live music, and an Eco- Art Show at Four Sons Brewing (18421 Gothard Street, HB), featuring local artists, along with winners’ trophies, prizes and a raffle. Each entry donor will get a free T-shirt and refreshments.

To find out more or sign up, call (714) 536-6200 or go online to: rrrsurfoff.com

SurfWriter Girls Sunny and Patti can’t think of a better way to spend the day – having fun at the beach and helping the environment. So, mark the date and grab a spot on the sand for the Surf Off!!

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Hurricane Marie Surfs Long Beach at the Art Theatre

Sunday, September 28

The Long Beach Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and Seventh Wave Surf Shop are hosting a show-and-tell event at the Art Theatre of Long Beach to memorialize the spectacular surfing that took place in Long Beach August 26 – 28, 2014.

Seamus Ian Innes, Surfrider LB Chapter vice chairman, told SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel, “Photographers and videographers will present their stories about surfing in Long Beach during that epic swell.” Guest photographers are Justin Rudd, Tony Soriano, Dan Caspers, John Contreras and more.

Come see what the future of beach recreation in Long Beach will look like without the Breakwater! Get your “Surf Long Beach” stickers and buy a Surfrider T-shirt to support the Sink the Breakwater campaign.

When: Sunday September 28, 11:30 AM – 1 PM

Where: Art Theatre of Long Beach, 2025 E 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90814

Cost: $5/ea

Huntington Beach Surfing Museum After the Open

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