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OCTOBER 2009 NEWS

FIX TO RIDE – The Arpoador Bowl in Rio de Janeiro overlooks a killer surf spot at one of the most crowded beaches in Brazil. If you can make it to the bowl, you’re going to encounter a pool that is steep, deep, slippery and kinked, which made for an exciting event for Fix to Ride. After 2 days of sun, sand, surf and skating, Pedro Barros took the top spot and also took home a check with a lot of 0’s on it. To see some footage go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5orUS_rPKg or the official video http://www.skatesavideos.com/

VENICE SKATEPARK GRAND OPENING – On Saturday, October 3, 2009, the brand new multi-million dollar skatepark in Venice Beach, CA, will be open to the public following a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony by officials from the City of Los Angeles. The park will be open to the public to skate after the dedication ceremony.

VENICE SKATEPARK OPENING VIDEO – by Dan McCashion of S-One. Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2sGhKQndYA

LE GRANDE SKATE EVENT to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Venice Skatepark will go down on Saturday, October 3, 2009. This party sponsored by Venice Originals, Juice Magazine, Dogtown Skateboards, Sk8 Dice and more is going to be off the chain! The party will be raging from 1pm-8pm with live music, photo exhibits, celebs, skate legends and much, much more.

JUICE MAGAZINE OPEN HOUSE – Juice Magazine will be hosting an Open House on Friday, October 2, 2009 from 5pm-10pm to celebrate the release of the new issue of Juice Magazine – Issue 66. Come by the Juice Magazine office, located at 319 Ocean Front Walk #1, Venice, CA and pick up a copy of the new mag and chill out on the Venice Boardwalk. www.juicemagazine.com

VENICE ORIGINALS – If you haven’t gotten your Venice Originals t-shirt by now, you are slipping. Go shopping in style at http://www.veniceoriginals.com/

OPEN HOUSE at Hotel Erwin to celebrate the opening of the Venice Skate Plaza on October 3, 2009 at Hotel Erwin located at 1697 Pacific Ave. Venice Beach, CA 90291. www.hotelerwin.com

NEW ARRIVALS – Andy Roy and his wife Erin are expecting a baby boy, due in two months, and they plan to name him Cruz. Congratulations to the happy couple. Another generation of rippers is on the way.

SKATOPIA – The Skatopia Backwoods Blowout XV is set for Oct 1-4, 2009 in Rutland, OH. Donations are always needed for more concrete. Donate to the cause at http://www.skatopia.org

GLOBE SHOES welcomes back Jason Ellis. http://www.globe.tv/

WOUNDED KNEE NEWS – The next All Nations Skate Jam will take place in Rapid City, SD on October 10, 2009. Jim Murphy and the New York crew have been working on the re-design of the Andy Kessler Memorial Skatepark in Montauk. The Native Skates Art Show that is currently being displayed at the National Museum of the American Indian at the Smithsonian Institute in D.C. is moving on to the National Museum of the American Indian located at 1 Bowling Grn, New York, NY in November for a year long exhibit. http://www.woundedkneeskateboards.net

JASON JESSEE NEWS – The new website for The Driven will be up and running soon at http://www.thedrivenskateboards.com

BONES WHEELS NEWS – Check out the new Dead Head Series by guest artist Michael Sieben. Matt Mumford and Jake Duncombe are new pro on Bones Wheels. http://bones.com/

DREAMLAND SKATEPARKS – You can now skate new Dreamland Skateparks in Winston, Oregon, Pendleton, Oregon as well as the new snake run in Lincoln City, OR. Check out all the new terrain at http://www.dreamlandskateparks.com

‘SKATE THE COAST’ BENEFITING B4BC HITS SANTA MONICA OCT. 24TH – Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) announces the third annual ‘Skate the Coast’ promoting and benefiting breast cancer awareness and education. Skate the Coast will take place on Sat., Oct. 24, 2009 beginning at 8 a.m. from the Santa Monica Pier. This year’s events are proudly supported by B4BC partners, Skullcandy and etnies, registration is $25, and participants are encouraged to contribute and/or raise additional funds to benefit the B4BC Foundation. The top fundraiser at each event will be awarded a custom B4BC longboard deck and other prizes. Go to active.com/donate/skatethelake to make a donation or create a fundraising page for the cause. For more information or to register online, visit: b4bc.org.

STAND UP FOR SKATEPARKS BENEFIT – The 6th-annual Tony Hawk RIDE presents the Stand Up For Skateparks event in Beverly Hills on October 11 at Ron Burkle’s Green Acres, and in Las Vegas on November 7 at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort. Tony Hawk RIDE Presents Stand Up For Skateparks is a family-centric action-sports carnival, featuring a Vert Skateboarding and BMX demo with Tony Hawk and other top pro athletes, interactive games, activities, music, and live and silent auctions–all to support the creation of public skateparks for youth in low-income communities. http://tonyhawkfoundation.org

VOLCOM DAMN AM – October 22-25, 2009. Swine grind and amateur skate contest at Volcom 1740 Monrovia Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92627. www.damnam.com

ARBOR COLLECTIVE NEWS – Arbor has introduces the new Kelly Slater swallow tail series of decks with artwork by Jack Pickle. The new swallowtail design was inspired by some of the boards Kelly has been surfing lately. Venice based artist, Jake Pickle developed a graphic for the Slater Series to highlight important elements in Kelly’s life: surfing, music, travel, and friends. http://www.arborcollective.com

ERRAND BOY NEWS – Wanna play? The virtual skate playground will be opening soon at http://www.errandboy.ws/

RICK BLACKHART NEWS – See some sick archival photos, new Blackhart skateboards by Pocket Pistols, and pick up a Blackhart t-shirt at http://www.rickblackhart.com

GRINDLINE SKATEPARKS NEWS – Grindline is in Marietta, OH, building a park at Indian Acres Park. The skate park is being funded by more than $119,000 in grants and monies raised by the local Skaters United group. If you haven’t checked out the world class $2,000,000 skatepark that Grindline built in Houston, TX, you better get on down there, pronto. http://www.grindline.com

SKATOPIA – 88 ACRES OF ANARCHY will show at the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival on October 25, 2009. www.skatopiathemovie.com

SANTA MONICA AIRLINES NEWS – SMA, while celebrating 30 years in the biz, has introduced the evolutionary hybrid, E.V.O. deck with tapered sides, rounded tail with a slightly spooned out nose and tail for better foot placement. It’s the perfect blend of a popsicle shape and a pool shape. Dimensions are 33.625′ x 9′ (7′ nose, 15.5′ wheelbase, 7.125′ tail). SMA welcomes Steve Badillo, Cory Juneau, Lizzie Armanto, Evan Berle and Patrick Bradley to the team. http://www.smaskateboards.com

KOOKAPALOOSA ONE SKATE CONTEST – Santa Cruz and San Jose, CA. October 9-October 12. An entire weekend of kookgnar at Lake Cunningham Regional Skatepark, San Jose CA, and in nearby pools and parks. For details www.oldkookskating.com

BURNSIDE NEWS – Do your part and donate to the legendary Burnside DIY skatepark cause at http://www.burnsideskatepark.blogspot.com/

EMBASSY SKATEBOARDS NEWS – Texas bred skateboard company, Embassy Skateboards is the brainchild of skateboard legend John ‘Tex’ Gibson and Bark Hard bandmate Lee Leal. Managing partners include ‘80s vert pros Ken Fillion (team captain), Todd Prince (Sgt at Arms), Troy Chason (frontside specialist) and Gene Hare. Team riders include Max Peterson, Ben Johnson, Edward Sanchez, Gary Morris and Priscilla Lee. Art direction by Jester. http://www.embassyskateboards.com/

POUR IT NOW NEWS – Pour It Now and the city of Columbia just broke ground on their first concrete park, 16,000 sq feet by Wally Hollyday. You can contribute to the cause and donate at http://www.pouritnow.com/

GEORGIA BOWL RIDERS CONTEST – Georgia Bowl riders competition. 2 Days 2 parks: Columbus, GA – October 17, 2009, and October 18, 2009 at Brook Run, Atlanta, GA. 200 4th Street Columbus, GA 31901-and-4770 North Peachtree Rd.Dunwoody, GA 30338. Hosted by Woodys Halfpipe. www.woodyshalfpipe.com or Call 770-416-1475. www.georgiabowlriders.com

POWELL NEWS – Powell has added hardcore Portland-raised ripper Steve Reeves to the super roster over at Powell Skateboards. http://www.skateone.com

GLEN E FRIEDMAN UPDATE – If you’re wondering what Glen E. Friedman has been up to lately, you can check out his blog at http://idealistpropaganda.blogspot.com/

MIKE’SK8 PARK CONTEST – October 11, 2009. Vert contests and more. Contests start at 2pm. Mini Ramp, vert, and more. The Skatepark is located at 4247 E Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA 23518.

LA SKATE NEWS – Since 1979, Dave and the crew at LA Skate Co. have been providing the finest selection in sk8 gear and more. Live to skate. Skate to live. http://www.laskate.com/

HAROLD HUNTER DAY III – OCTOBER 10, 2009 – NEW YORK CITY – The Harold Hunter Foundation, in partnership with Zoo York, New Era, CCS and DC Shoes, is proud to announce that the 3rd Annual Harold Hunter Day will take place Saturday, October 10th, in New York City. Established in 2006 after Harold’s untimely passing, HH Day III will once again unite NYC’s skateboarding community for a positive day of shredding in honor of the one-and-only, Harold Hunter. An iconic figure in New York’s downtown scene, Harold’s larger-than-life personality and generous nature touched the lives of countless people around the world. HH Day commemorates a life well lived by celebrating the things Harold loved most-skateboarding, music, friends, family, good times and of course, NYC. On Saturday afternoon, October 10th, HH Day III will kick off at the Manhattan Bridge Skatepark on the corner of Pike and Monroe Streets in Chinatown. An all-ages skate jam will run from 1-5pm with pop-up best trick events throughout the day, a massive product toss and beats courtesy of DJ Smoke LES and DJ Ani. Once the skate jam is a wrap, an after-party will go down from 9pm-Midnight at KCDC Skateshop located at 90 North 11th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Open to the 21+ crowd only, Harold’s party people will enjoy free beverages and live music, with mini-ramp sessions in full effect all night. An exclusive run of limited edition HH Day III T-shirts and New Era hats will be sold to commemorate the event with proceeds benefiting the HH Foundation. Both items feature a collage of classic Harold portraits shot and donated by long-time friend and acclaimed photographer/videographer, Giovanni Reda. The T-shirt ($20) and hat ($35) will be available for purchase separately, or together as a kit ($50). For more information on Harold Hunter Day III and the Harold Hunter Foundation, please visit: www.haroldhunter.org

SPIKE JONZE AND PATRICK O’DELL AT MOMA– Tobin Yelland will be talking at Spike Jonze’s retrospective at the MOMA in NYC at the Roy and Niuta Titus Theater 1 on October 15, 2009 about skate videos that he filmed like Anti Hero, Fucktards and Stereo, A Visual Sound. ‘Skate videos have been a big influence and a big part of what I’ve done for a long time. They are how I got into film actually. Instead of just showing the videos I’ve been a part of, Patrick O’Dell (Epicly Later’d) is being kind enough to put together a program to cover the history of skate videos. How often are you going to get to see Fucktards at MOMA?’ – Spike Jonze

DC-JAM SKATE ROCK VOL. 1 including bands: Swingin’ Utters, Government Issue, JFA, The Copyrights, Amercian Werewolves, Psycho, Painted Willie, Venomous, Plan 9, Frontside Five, The Heard, The Big Boys, The Dwarves, The Rudy Schwartz Project, Suspect dc, Trusty, 300 Pounds, Minus-One, McRad, Off With Their Heads!, Wednesday Night Heroes, Whatever Dude!, The Party Downers, Narcopleptic Youth, Pezz, New Skool Kings, Naked Lady Wrestlers, Disastroid, Neutralboy and Fishbone. www.dcjamrecords.com

VENICE SKATEPARK GRAND OPENING – On Saturday, October 3, 2009, the brand new multi-million dollar skatepark in Venice Beach, CA, will be open to the public following a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony by officials from the City of Los Angeles. The park will be open to the public to skate after the dedication ceremony.

VENICE SKATEPARK OPENING VIDEO – by Dan McCashion of S-One. Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2sGhKQndYA

LE GRANDE SKATE EVENT to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Venice Skatepark will go down on Saturday, October 3, 2009. This party sponsored by Venice Originals, Juice Magazine, Dogtown Skateboards, Sk8 Dice and more is going to be off the chain! The party will be raging from 1pm-8pm with live music, photo exhibits, celebs, skate legends and much, much more.

JUICE MAGAZINE OPEN HOUSE – Juice Magazine will be hosting an Open House on Friday, October 2, 2009 from 5pm-10pm to celebrate the release of the new issue of Juice Magazine – Issue 66. Come by the Juice Magazine office, located at 319 Ocean Front Walk #1, Venice, CA and pick up a copy of the new mag and chill out on the Venice Boardwalk. www.juicemagazine.com

VENICE ORIGINALS – If you haven’t gotten your Venice Originals t-shirt by now, you are slipping. Go shopping in style at http://www.veniceoriginals.com/

OPEN HOUSE at Hotel Erwin to celebrate the opening of the Venice Skate Plaza on October 3, 2009 at Hotel Erwin located at 1697 Pacific Ave. Venice Beach, CA 90291. www.hotelerwin.com

ERIC DRESSEN – A DAY IN THE LIFER -Check out this new sweet new footage with Eric D. for Spitfire Wheels. http://www.dlxsf.com/fall09/part3/sf/#/lifers_ericdressen

NEW ARRIVALS – Andy Roy and his wife Erin are expecting a baby boy, due in two months, and they plan to name him Cruz. Congratulations to the happy couple. Another generation of rippers is on the way.

CORNFEST – Oct 10, 2009 at the Wanchese Bowl – Wanchese, NC

WOUNDED KNEE NEWS – The next All Nations Skate Jam will take place in Rapid City, SD on October 10, 2009. Jim Murphy and the New York crew have been working on the re-design of the Andy Kessler Memorial Skatepark in Montauk. The Native Skates Art Show that is currently being displayed at the National Museum of the American Indian at the Smithsonian Institute in D.C. is moving on to the National Museum of the American Indian located at 1 Bowling Grn, New York, NY in November for a year long exhibit. http://www.woundedkneeskateboards.net

BONES WHEELS NEWS – Check out the new Dead Head Series by guest artist Michael Sieben. Matt Mumford and Jake Duncombe are new pro on Bones Wheels. http://bones.com/

DREAMLAND SKATEPARKS – You can now skate new Dreamland Skateparks in Winston, Oregon, Pendleton, Oregon as well as the new snake run in Lincoln City, OR. Check out all the new terrain at http://www.dreamlandskateparks.com

‘SKATE THE COAST’ BENEFITING B4BC HITS SANTA MONICA OCT. 24TH – Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) announces the third annual ‘Skate the Coast’ promoting and benefiting breast cancer awareness and education. Skate the Coast will take place on Sat., Oct. 24, 2009 beginning at 8 a.m. from the Santa Monica Pier. This year’s events are proudly supported by B4BC partners, Skullcandy and etnies, registration is $25, and participants are encouraged to contribute and/or raise additional funds to benefit the B4BC Foundation. The top fundraiser at each event will be awarded a custom B4BC longboard deck and other prizes. Go to active.com/donate/skatethelake to make a donation or create a fundraising page for the cause. For more information or to register online, visit: b4bc.org.

STAND UP FOR SKATEPARKS BENEFIT – The 6th-annual Tony Hawk RIDE presents the Stand Up For Skateparks event in Beverly Hills on October 11 at Ron Burkle’s Green Acres, and in Las Vegas on November 7 at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort. Tony Hawk RIDE Presents Stand Up For Skateparks is a family-centric action-sports carnival, featuring a Vert Skateboarding and BMX demo with Tony Hawk and other top pro athletes, interactive games, activities, music, and live and silent auctions–all to support the creation of public skateparks for youth in low-income communities. http://tonyhawkfoundation.org

VOLCOM DAMN AM – October 22-25, 2009. Swine grind and amateur skate contest at Volcom 1740 Monrovia Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92627. www.damnam.com

ARBOR COLLECTIVE NEWS – Arbor has introduces the new Kelly Slater swallow tail series of decks with artwork by Jack Pickle. The new swallowtail design was inspired by some of the boards Kelly has been surfing lately. Venice based artist, Jake Pickle developed a graphic for the Slater Series to highlight important elements in Kelly’s life: surfing, music, travel, and friends. http://www.arborcollective.com

ERRAND BOY NEWS – Wanna play? The virtual skate playground will be opening soon at http://www.errandboy.ws/

FIX TO RIDE – The Arpoador Bowl in Rio de Janeiro overlooks a killer surf spot at one of the most crowded beaches in Brazil. If you can make it to the bowl, you’re going to encounter a pool that is steep, deep, slippery and kinked, which made for an exciting event for Fix to Ride. After 2 days of sun, sand, surf and skating, Pedro Barros took the top spot and also took home a check with a lot of 0’s on it. To see some footage go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5orUS_rPKg or the official video http://www.skatesavideos.com/

RICK BLACKHART NEWS – See some sick archival photos, new Blackhart skateboards by Pocket Pistols, and pick up a Blackhart t-shirt at http://www.rickblackhart.com

GRINDLINE SKATEPARKS NEWS – Grindline is in Marietta, OH, building a park at Indian Acres Park. The skate park is being funded by more than $119,000 in grants and monies raised by the local Skaters United group. If you haven’t checked out the world class $2,000,000 skatepark that Grindline built in Houston, TX, you better get on down there, pronto. http://www.grindline.com

SKATOPIA – 88 ACRES OF ANARCHY will show at the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival on October 25, 2009. www.skatopiathemovie.com

SANTA MONICA AIRLINES NEWS – SMA, while celebrating 30 years in the biz, has introduced the evolutionary hybrid, E.V.O. deck with tapered sides, rounded tail with a slightly spooned out nose and tail for better foot placement. It’s the perfect blend of a popsicle shape and a pool shape. Dimensions are 33.625′ x 9′ (7′ nose, 15.5′ wheelbase, 7.125′ tail). SMA welcomes Steve Badillo, Cory Juneau, Lizzie Armanto, Evan Berle and Patrick Bradley to the team. http://www.smaskateboards.com

KOOKAPALOOSA ONE SKATE CONTEST – Santa Cruz and San Jose, CA. October 9-October 12. An entire weekend of kookgnar at Lake Cunningham Regional Skatepark, San Jose CA, and in nearby pools and parks. For details www.oldkookskating.com

BURNSIDE NEWS – Do your part and donate to the legendary Burnside DIY skatepark cause at http://www.burnsideskatepark.blogspot.com/

EMBASSY SKATEBOARDS NEWS – Texas bred skateboard company, Embassy Skateboards is the brainchild of skateboard legend John ‘Tex’ Gibson and Bark Hard bandmate Lee Leal. Managing partners include ‘80s vert pros Ken Fillion (team captain), Todd Prince (Sgt at Arms), Troy Chason (frontside specialist) and Gene Hare. Team riders include Max Peterson, Ben Johnson, Edward Sanchez, Gary Morris and Priscilla Lee. Art direction by Jester. http://www.embassyskateboards.com/

VENICE SKATEPARK DOCUMENTARY – 15,000 Square Feet by Masao Miyashiro focuses on the fight for a public skatepark in Venice Beach, CA. View the trailer here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lpg2WGJrQ0E

BEN SCHROEDER NEWS – Schroeder’s Locomotive Skateparks did a total redesign and built a one-of-a-kind skatepark in Falkenberg, Sweden. Check out photos and more at http://www.Locomotiveskateparks.blogspot.com

GEORGIA BOWL RIDERS CONTEST – Georgia Bowl riders competition. 2 Days 2 parks: Columbus, GA – October 17, 2009, and October 18, 2009 at Brook Run, Atlanta, GA. 200 4th Street Columbus, GA 31901-and-4770 North Peachtree Rd.Dunwoody, GA 30338. Hosted by Woodys Halfpipe. www.woodyshalfpipe.com or Call 770-416-1475. www.georgiabowlriders.com

POWELL NEWS – Powell has added hardcore Portland-raised ripper Steve Reeves to the super roster over at Powell Skateboards. http://www.skateone.com

GLEN E FRIEDMAN UPDATE – If you’re wondering what Glen E. Friedman has been up to lately, you can check out his blog at http://idealistpropaganda.blogspot.com/

HALLOWEEN JAM at the Hanger Bowl. The bowl has a rebuilt shallow end with pool block all the way home. Tim, Buck, Jimmy, Tuck, Joey P and others will be attending the fall festivities. It’s on.

KANOA SURF – Flyaway Helmets has added pros Aaron Murray and Tyler Muma to the team. http://www.kanoasurf.com/

BLIND NEWS – Blind Welcomes Kevin Romar to the Team. http://blindreaper.com/

KOPING KILLER SKATEBOARDS – Aaron ‘Fingers’ Murray has been working on some new custom hand-painted skateboards along with his full line of Koping Killer Skateboards, coming soon. Check out Murray’s upcoming interview on the Daily Habit on Fuel TV. http://www.kopingkillerskateboards.com/

SKATER MADE NEWS – The New Skater Made Guest ‘Donny Barley’ Pro model will be out in a couple weeks. The limited custom dimensions are 7.75′ x 31.5′ with a 14.25′ wheelbase. Proceeds go to Donny Barley’s ‘Fountain Of Youth’. Get one of the 1st 100 limited boards. A commemorative collector tee from ‘Skater Made’ is being made specifically for Block’s after park ceremony party in Venice. So, show up and support. Organizing is taking place for a future ‘Dogtown/Fogtown’ moving art show that Bart Saric will curate. It will show in both cities, L.A. and S.F., as well as finding its way to Japan. Look out for this event sometime around Spring 2010. http://www.skatermade.com

ADAM WRIGHT has a new Road Course Magazine out now. Every issue rips. Get on it at http://roadcoursemagazinetypething.blogspot.com/

MAUI and SONS NEWS – Maui and Sons has set up shop at the Venice boardwalk to serve all your surf/sk8 needs. Stop in at the shop and say what’s up to Cheryl and check them out online at http://www.mauiandsonsretail.com/

OUTLOOK SKATEBOARDS NEWS – The classic JFA Pool Wheel and new limited edition The Meatmen decks are available now at http://www.outlookskates.com/

CANDY BOWL SKATE CONTEST – Saturday Oct 31, 2009 at the Basic Bowl – Huntington Beach, CA.

HAROLD HUNTER DAY III – OCTOBER 10, 2009 – NEW YORK CITY – The Harold Hunter Foundation, in partnership with Zoo York, New Era, CCS and DC Shoes, is proud to announce that the 3rd Annual Harold Hunter Day will take place Saturday, October 10th, in New York City. Established in 2006 after Harold’s untimely passing, HH Day III will once again unite NYC’s skateboarding community for a positive day of shredding in honor of the one-and-only, Harold Hunter. An iconic figure in New York’s downtown scene, Harold’s larger-than-life personality and generous nature touched the lives of countless people around the world. HH Day commemorates a life well lived by celebrating the things Harold loved most-skateboarding, music, friends, family, good times and of course, NYC. On Saturday afternoon, October 10th, HH Day III will kick off at the Manhattan Bridge Skatepark on the corner of Pike and Monroe Streets in Chinatown. An all-ages skate jam will run from 1-5pm with pop-up best trick events throughout the day, a massive product toss and beats courtesy of DJ Smoke LES and DJ Ani. Once the skate jam is a wrap, an after-party will go down from 9pm-Midnight at KCDC Skateshop located at 90 North 11th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Open to the 21+ crowd only, Harold’s party people will enjoy free beverages and live music, with mini-ramp sessions in full effect all night. An exclusive run of limited edition HH Day III T-shirts and New Era hats will be sold to commemorate the event with proceeds benefiting the HH Foundation. Both items feature a collage of classic Harold portraits shot and donated by long-time friend and acclaimed photographer/videographer, Giovanni Reda. The T-shirt ($20) and hat ($35) will be available for purchase separately, or together as a kit ($50). For more information on Harold Hunter Day III and the Harold Hunter Foundation, please visit: www.haroldhunter.org

SPIKE JONZE AND PATRICK O’DELL AT MOMA– Tobin Yelland will be talking at Spike Jonze’s retrospective at the MOMA in NYC at the Roy and Niuta Titus Theater 1 on October 15, 2009 about skate videos that he filmed like Anti Hero, Fucktards and Stereo, A Visual Sound. ‘Skate videos have been a big influence and a big part of what I’ve done for a long time. They are how I got into film actually. Instead of just showing the videos I’ve been a part of, Patrick O’Dell (Epicly Later’d) is being kind enough to put together a program to cover the history of skate videos. How often are you going to get to see Fucktards at MOMA?’ – Spike Jonze

IASC AND SKATELAB ANNOUNCE THE INAUGURATION OF THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC SKATEBOARDERS TO THE SKATEBOARDING HALL OF FAME – October 24, 2009, the International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC) will join hundreds from the skate community to honor and induct skateboarding icons; Bruce Logan, Tony Alva, Tony Hawk and Danny Way; into the Skateboard Hall of Fame at the official inaugural celebration. The Vans Skatepark at the Block in Orange, CA, will host the historical, invite-only event. In addition to a live musical performance, guests will enjoy cocktails and appetizers and have the opportunity to bid on a large selection of invaluable memorabilia at both a silent and live auction. Proceeds from ticket sales and auction items will benefit the Go Skateboarding Foundation. The non-profit organization provides positive educational experiences, career-minded programming, and scholarships for skateboarders. The foundation also donates to various skateboard-related charities, including: The Tony Hawk Foundation, Ray Underhill, the Johnny Romano Foundation, and the Patrick Kerr Foundation. To learn more, please visit www.skateboardiasc.org.

DC-JAM SKATE ROCK VOL. 1 including bands: Swingin’ Utters, Government Issue, JFA, The Copyrights, Amercian Werewolves, Psycho, Painted Willie, Venomous, Plan 9, Frontside Five, The Heard, The Big Boys, The Dwarves, The Rudy Schwartz Project, Suspect dc, Trusty, 300 Pounds, Minus-One, McRad, Off With Their Heads!, Wednesday Night Heroes, Whatever Dude!, The Party Downers, Narcopleptic Youth, Pezz, New Skool Kings, Naked Lady Wrestlers, Disastroid, Neutralboy and Fishbone. www.dcjamrecords.com

T.S.O.L. – To Release ‘Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Free Downloads’ on limited edition vinyl. SoCal punk legends T.S.O.L. have signed with DC-Jam Records to release ‘Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Free Downloads’ on limited edition colored vinyl. This, the bands 30th anniversary album, was recorded at the Hurley studio’s, and was produced by Grammy winning producer David Bianco. 300 of the LP’s will contain hand signed inner sleeves that will be offered exclusively by Hot Topic. Available everywhere September, 15th, 2009. T.S.O.L. are an American punk band that formed in 1979 in Long Beach, California. This is the bands 19th release and their music has been featured on numerous compilations, films and documentaries. www.dcjamrecords.com

VOODOO EXPERIENCE 2009: EMINEM’S FIRST FULL PERFORMANCE OF 2009. KISS, JANE’S ADDICTION, WIDESPREAD PANIC AND MORE THAN 150 ACTS COME TOGETHER FOR HALLOWEEN WEEKEND IN NEW ORLEANS. Eminem, KISS, Jane’s Addiction, Widespread Panic, The Flaming Lips and Justice are just a few of the more than 150 artists confirmed for this year’s VOODOO EXPERIENCE, Friday, October 30, Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1. The 2009 VOODOO EXPERIENCE line-up is as follows (with day-to-day schedules to be confirmed in the fall): KISS; Eminem; Jane’s Addiction; Widespread Panic; The Flaming Lips; Justice; Gogol Bordello; Wolfmother; Eagles of Death Metal; The Black Keys; The Pogues; Ween; Silversun Pickups; Janelle Monae; The Cool Kids; Meat Puppets; Mutemath; Q-Tip; Fischerspooner; Brand New; D12; American Bang; Generational; Earl Greyhound; Squirrel Nut Zippers; Black Lips; Mates of State; All Time Low; Robert Randolph and the Family Band; The Knux; George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic; JJ Grey and Mofro; Alejandro Escovedo; Shooter Jennings; Down; Drive-By Truckers; Eric Church; Ledisi; Rebirth Brass Band, New Orleans Bingo! Show; Trombone Shorty and Orleans Ave All Stars; Big Sam’s Funky Nation; Benjy Davis Project; Papa Grows Funk; DJ Soul Sister; Rotary Downs; Andrew Duhon and The Lonesome Crows; MarchFourth Marching Band, Amanda Shaw; Cyril Neville’s Blues Revue with Tab Benoit, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, Johnny Sansone; Beausoleil; John Mooney and Bluesiana; Fleur De Tease; Suplecs; Little Freddie King; Preservation Hall Stars with Special Guests; The Happy Talk Band; Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers; Why Are We Building Such A Big Ship?; Ratty Scurvics; Mynameisjohnmichael; Loose Marbles; Luke Winslow King; Dan Dyer; Walter ‘Wolfman’ Washington and The Roadmaster with the Dirty Dozen Horns; New Orleans Klezmer All Stars; Glasgow; Leroy Jones Group; Mas Mamones; Zydepunks; White Bitch; The Vettes; Lucy’s Walk; Erick Baker; Sarah Quintana; TBC Brass Band; Bones; Legends to Nancy; Leo Jackson and the Melody Clouds; Brother Taisuke Mass Choir; Leroy Jones Group Katey Red, Big Freedia, Sissy Nobby with DJ Papa.For a limited time, three-day weekend tickets are $169, ALL IN with no additional fees; LOA Lounge VIP pass are $475, ALL IN with no additional fees and are available via Ticketmaster.com and the www.thevoodooexperience.com

PERE UBU NEWS – New Pere Ubu Studio Album, Long Live Pere Ubu!, Available Digitally At hearpen.com September 15th, 2009. The album will be released on CD in the rest of the world by British label, Cooking Vinyl, on September 16th, 2009. Pere Ubu’s online-only record store, hearpen.com, is administered by Smog Veil Records. The album was inspired by the proto-Absurdist stage play that gave the band its name – Alfred Jarry’s ‘Ubu Roi’ (King Ubu). The play’s premiere in Paris in 1896 provoked riots in the theatre and a national scandal. The story is a vicious and satiric re-telling of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth.’ David Thomas, Pere Ubu founder and front man explains ‘one early goal, during the course of writing the album, which began in the summer of 2007, was to approach the space between songs in a new way. We began using connective dialog and ambient noise to bridge that space in a thematic way.’ Initially David Thomas was determined to sing the parts of all the characters himself in various voices. This led directly to the notion of a live ‘radio play’ that would compliment the band’s concert set. With the encouragement of Glenn Max, musical director of London’s Southbank Centre, the album begat the theatrical production titled, ‘Bring Me The Head Of Ubu Roi.’ The latter premiered over two days at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, April 25 and 26, 2008. Sarah Jane Morris (ex-Communards, Happy End) was recruited to sing the role of M’re Ubu. Pere Ubu’s soundman, Gagarin, an ambient electronica recording artist, guests on the album and subsequently joined the band on stage. The stage production has the band members playing supporting roles and performing dance routines. Pere Ubu is David Thomas on vocals; Sarah Jane Morris on vocals; Keith Molin’ on guitar; Robert Wheeler on EML synthesizer, theremin; Michele Temple on bass; Steve Mehlman on drums; Gagrin on electronica. Visit Pere Ubu online at ubuprojex.net and the labels online at hearpen.com and SmogVeil.com

MY BEATING HEART SHOW – Monster Mash Edition on Thursday, October 15 at 7:30pm at Suzy’s, located at 1141 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA.

A LIFE OF CREATION – JEREMY WRAY COLLECTION on Friday, October 23 at 9:00pm at Hero’s Pub, which is located at 714 E. Adams Blvd, suite 101, Huntington Beach, Ca. 92648

THE ART BOX – An art exhibition benefitting Heal the Bay on Friday, November 13, 2009 at Box Eight Studios located at 1446 E Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. $10 Donation. Music and bar. 7pm-2am. For more info go to www.boxeight.com

WATER BROTHERS NEWS – Water Bros. Clothing is hitting hard as Sid Abruzzi ravages the West Coast to spread the word about his new line of apparel. The Water Bros. Shop is located at 23 Memorial Blvd. Newport, RI. 401-846-7873. The new ‘Hermanos De Agua’ Water Bros. T-shirt graphic is sick! Hit up http://ww.waterbrothers.net

SANTA BARBARA SURF MUSEUM – Established in 1992, the Santa Barbara Surfing Museum is the premiere surfing museum in S.B. Complete with vintage skateboards, surfboards, hula girls, classic guitars and ukuleles, this museum will take you on a surf/sk8 safari that you will never want to leave. James O’Mahoney’s one-of-a-kind collection is located at 16 1/2 Helena Ave #C, Santa Barbara, CA. http://www.sbsurfingmuseum.com

ASTRODECK NEWS – Wave Warriors Vol. 1-5 is available now, as well as Astrodeck surfpads and Astrodeck sandals that are a must have for any true surfaholic. Get it all at http://www.astrodeck.com/

THE LIVING CURL – Now available on DVD. This vintage surf flick by Jamie Budge features Miki Dora and Lance Carson and even has some early ’60s skateboarding, pre Hobie and Makaha in it. www.thelivingcurl.com

NC FESTIVAL BY THE SEA SURF OFF AND GROMFEST – The North Carolina Festival by the Sea Surf off and Gromfest will be taking place in Holden Beach, NC on Saturday October 24th. This will be a free event for all ages and skill levels. Anyone interested in pre-registration can email Cane Faircloth at canefaircloth@hotmail.com

2010 WORLD JUNIOR SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP will be held in New Zealand, one of the World’s most unique surfing destinations. The Junior Champs will be held at Piha Beach, a beautiful black sand beach famous for its large waves, just 45 minutes drive from downtown Auckland. The event will begin on January 20, 2010, at the peak of the Kiwi summer. New Zealand is one of the world’s most rewarding surfing spots with quality waves, plenty of choice and relatively few surfers. The main source of swell for both the North and South Islands is from the low pressure systems of the roaring forties, but New Zealand is fortunate to pick up swell from just about anywhere. For those used to fighting for a beach park and some room in the line up, surfing in New Zealand offers a very different experience. Parking is mostly free and being a country of only 4 million people there is plenty of room to catch the perfect wave. For those looking for an adventure, the best surf spots can be found off the beaten track.

HEAL THE BAY SOIREE – A benefit evening for Heal the Bay and the One Drop Foundation on October 16, 2009. Featuring the Santa Monica Premiere of Cirque du Soleil Kooza and Exclusive After-Party on the Santa Monica Pier. http://www.healthebay.org

MASON BARNES NEWS – Check out Mason Barnes on Surfline – When Groms Attack. http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/when-groms-attack-central-america_31267/

JIM BEAM SURFTAG COMPETITION MAKES U.S. DEBUT ON THE CALIFORNIA COAST. – Teams of local surfers will hit the waves off Manhattan Beach on Sept. 19 in the first Jim Beam Surftag U.S. National Series. In the relay competition, each surfer must catch three waves and then return to the beach to tag the next team member. Saturday, Sept. 19 will be the first of three qualifying rounds held on different Southern California beaches over the next two months. Jim Beam Surftag will award $25,000 in cash prizes throughout the series. In addition to competing for cash, teams will vie for the opportunity to advance to the championship round in November and claim the title of ‘No. 1 Surf Club in California.’ Jim Beam, the world’s No. 1-selling Bourbon, supports surfers around the globe. Jim Beam Surftag started in Australia in 2001 and has grown into the country’s largest team boardriding competition. The U.S. version will attract dozens of competitors and crowds of fans to each venue along the California coastline. UPCOMING COMPETITIONS: Oct. 11 in Oceanside, CA at Harbor. Championship – Nov. 13-14 in Huntington Beach, CA at the Pier. For more information on Beam Global Spirits and Wine, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, visit www.beamglobal.com and www.drinksmart.com.

– Pennywise lead singer and songwriter Jim Lindberg is announcing that he is leaving the group after almost two decades. He released the following statement: ‘After 20 years, nine albums and thousands of shows around the world, my time in Pennywise has come to an end. Being the singer for this band has been an amazing experience, and along the way we made some of the best fans anyone could ask for. There are few things that made me more proud than seeing people at our shows singing our songs, and it’s your support and encouragement that’s kept me going this long. I would sincerely like to thank everyone who helped us along the way and wish everyone in the Pennywise family the best of luck and continued success. Yours truly, Jim.’ Currently Jim is working on a documentary based on his book Punk Rock Dad, and is set to begin recording for an as yet untitled release. He is also a founder and consultant for the Video On Demand action sports and music network, Havoc TV.

T.S.O.L. – To Release ‘Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Free Downloads’ on limited edition vinyl. SoCal punk legends T.S.O.L. have signed with DC-Jam Records to release ‘Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Free Downloads’ on limited edition colored vinyl. This, the bands 30th anniversary album, was recorded at the Hurley studio’s, and was produced by Grammy winning producer David Bianco. 300 of the LP’s will contain hand signed inner sleeves that will be offered exclusively by Hot Topic. Available everywhere September, 15th, 2009. T.S.O.L. are an American punk band that formed in 1979 in Long Beach, California. This is the bands 19th release and their music has been featured on numerous compilations, films and documentaries. www.dcjamrecords.com

PUNK ROCK SOCIAL – Saturday, October 10, 2009 featuring J.F.A., Shattered Faith, The Disgustingtons, and the Hellers at Alex’s Bar at Long Beach, CA. www.punkrocksocial.com

PERE UBU NEWS – New Pere Ubu Studio Album, Long Live Pere Ubu!, Available Digitally At hearpen.com September 15th, 2009. The album will be released on CD in the rest of the world by British label, Cooking Vinyl, on September 16th, 2009. Pere Ubu’s online-only record store, hearpen.com, is administered by Smog Veil Records. The album was inspired by the proto-Absurdist stage play that gave the band its name – Alfred Jarry’s ‘Ubu Roi’ (King Ubu). The play’s premiere in Paris in 1896 provoked riots in the theatre and a national scandal. The story is a vicious and satiric re-telling of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth.’ David Thomas, Pere Ubu founder and front man explains ‘one early goal, during the course of writing the album, which began in the summer of 2007, was to approach the space between songs in a new way. We began using connective dialog and ambient noise to bridge that space in a thematic way.’ Initially David Thomas was determined to sing the parts of all the characters himself in various voices. This led directly to the notion of a live ‘radio play’ that would compliment the band’s concert set. With the encouragement of Glenn Max, musical director of London’s Southbank Centre, the album begat the theatrical production titled, ‘Bring Me The Head Of Ubu Roi.’ The latter premiered over two days at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, April 25 and 26, 2008. Sarah Jane Morris (ex-Communards, Happy End) was recruited to sing the role of M’re Ubu. Pere Ubu’s soundman, Gagarin, an ambient electronica recording artist, guests on the album and subsequently joined the band on stage. The stage production has the band members playing supporting roles and performing dance routines. Pere Ubu is David Thomas on vocals; Sarah Jane Morris on vocals; Keith Molin’ on guitar; Robert Wheeler on EML synthesizer, theremin; Michele Temple on bass; Steve Mehlman on drums; Gagrin on electronica. Visit Pere Ubu online at ubuprojex.net and the labels online at hearpen.com and SmogVeil.com

SUPER JAY BENEFIT featuring Smogtown, The Junk, Dano, Harbortown Saints Long Beach and The Juke Joint Freak Show on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at DiPiazzas which is located at 5205 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA.

KISS has kicked off their 39-city, KISS/Alive 35 tour of North America on the heels of ‘Sonic Boom’, their first studio album in 11 years. Frontman Paul Stanley produced the new album that marks a return to their signature ’70s sound. The three-piece set includes Sonic Boom, a second, exclusive CD of the famous KISS hits and a live DVD from their recent show in Argentina. Sonic Boom releases exclusively on October 6 through Walmart and Sam’s Club. KISS is also hitting the road with their North American KISS/Alive 35 tour that started in Detroit Rock City at Cobo Arena, the historic venue where the band recorded their landmark KISS Alive album in 1975. This is their first major tour in five years. www.kissonline.com

THE TOTALLY BITCHIN’ NIGHT OF THE DEAD! 2 ART SHOW – Tony Alva and Richard Villa III present an Exhibit A Gallery Reception for the Totally Bitchin’ Night of the Dead 2 on Saturday October 24, 2009 from 7pm-12am. RSVP only. All 1980s Music and Costumes. Artwork by Eric Dressen, Richard Villa III, Narn, Chloe Trujillo, Sam Shearon, LaChappa, Evert Lee, Tere Karabatos, Karen Loviuk… Based on the characters created by Maila Nurmi ‘Vampira’. Limited Edition Vampira Poster Prints. Music by DJ Keith Morris of Black Flag and Circle Jerks with guest DJ Andy Sixx from Black Veil Brides. $1000 Prize for Best ’80s Costume. Open bar and Food. Invite Only. No Walk Ups. Sponsored by Juice Magazine, Jarritos, Lip Service, Alva, Monster Energy Drink, Hansen’s Cakes, Tech Decks, Coffin Case and Hairroin. To get involved please call Exhibit A Gallery at 323-932-9025. Exhibit A Gallery is located at 1086 South Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles, CA. You must RSVP at www.exhibitagallery.com to enter.

JASON ADAMS ART SHOW at the Slingluff Gallery in Philly. http://www.slingluffgallery.com

MY BEATING HEART SHOW – Monster Mash Edition on Thursday, October 15 at 7:30pm at Suzy’s, located at 1141 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA.

A LIFE OF CREATION – JEREMY WRAY COLLECTION on Friday, October 23 at 9:00pm at Hero’s Pub, which is located at 714 E. Adams Blvd, suite 101, Huntington Beach, Ca. 92648

TOP OF THE DOME VI – Opening Reception: Saturday, November 7th, 2009 from 6-10 pm. Show runs thru November 29th, 2009. In celebration of Dia De Los Muertos, Crewest Gallery brings further excitement through art with it’s newest exhibition Top of the Dome IV featuring ceramic skulls designed by Gregg Stone and transformed by the imagination of today’s hottest tattoo artists, painters, sculptors, graffiti artists, muralists, graphic designers and fine artists. This year’s Top of the Dome promises to bring an extreme level of creativity meant to inspire and stir the curious nature of the roaming soul in search of interesting and intriguing artwork to call their own. Top of the Dome is not just an exhibition but rather an experience you do not want to miss. Crewest is located at 110 Winston St. Los Angeles, CA 90013. For more go to www.crewest.com

THE ART BOX – An art exhibition benefitting Heal the Bay on Friday, November 13, 2009 at Box Eight Studios located at 1446 E Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. $10 Donation. Music and bar. 7pm-2am. For more info go to www.boxeight.com

WATER BROTHERS NEWS – Water Bros. Clothing is hitting hard as Sid Abruzzi ravages the West Coast to spread the word about his new line of apparel. The Water Bros. Shop is located at 23 Memorial Blvd. Newport, RI. 401-846-7873. The new ‘Hermanos De Agua’ Water Bros. T-shirt graphic is sick! Hit up http://ww.waterbrothers.net

ANDY IRONS TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS AT COSTA MESA ATandT RETAIL STORE – On Saturday, October 17, from 2-4pm, professional surfer Andy Irons will be at the Costa Mesa ATandT Store (298 E. 17th Street Costa Mesa, CA) signing autographs and taking pictures with area residents and fans. Irons has won three world titles (2002, 2003, 2004), three Quiksilver Pro France titles (2003, 2004, 2005) and two Rip Curl Pro Search titles (2006 and 2007). He was inducted into the Surfing Walk of Fame in Huntington Beach, Calif. in 2008. Event attendees will enjoy a DJ spinning tunes in the background as well as great promotional discounts on products and services. While there, attendees can sign up for a qualifying U-verse TV bundle and get a $200 ATandT Reward Visa Prepaid card and a signed surf board from Irons. Also, only at the event, customers who purchase a Motorola Karma device with a 2-year service contract and any Skullcandy mic’d earbuds get a free Skullcandy necklace. For the complete array of ATandT offerings, visit http://www.att.com

SANTA BARBARA SURF MUSEUM – Established in 1992, the Santa Barbara Surfing Museum is the premiere surfing museum in S.B. Complete with vintage skateboards, surfboards, hula girls, classic guitars and ukuleles, this museum will take you on a surf/sk8 safari that you will never want to leave. James O’Mahoney’s one-of-a-kind collection is located at 16 1/2 Helena Ave #C, Santa Barbara, CA. http://www.sbsurfingmuseum.com

WORK TO SURF MOVIE – Almost ten years in the making, ‘Work to Surf’ chronicles the life and times of Allen Sarlo, one of the surfing world’s most accomplished and committed performers. From the earliest days in Venice’s Dogtown haunts to earning his place in the legendary Malibu lineup; from the birth of professional surfing to the cutting edge of big wave tow-in surfing; from ultimate local to consummate world traveler, Allen’s story is as diverse as the sport itself. Shot and edited by renowned surfing cinematographer Dave Ogle, Work To Surf takes us from the beaches of Malibu to hidden barrels in Mexico, from Oahu’s thundering North Shore to the wild islands of Indonesia, from desert Baja pointbreaks to 30-foot Island outer reefs. Featuring the surfing of Mark Foo, Kelly Slater, Jay Riddle, Rob Machado, Yadin Nicol, Pat O’Connell, Bobby Owens, Jay Adams, Peter Cole and Derrick Doerner, mixed to a dynamic soundtrack that includes songs by Ben Harper.

ASTRODECK NEWS – Wave Warriors Vol. 1-5 is available now, as well as Astrodeck surfpads and Astrodeck sandals that are a must have for any true surfaholic. Get it all at http://www.astrodeck.com/

THE LIVING CURL – Now available on DVD. This vintage surf flick by Jamie Budge features Miki Dora and Lance Carson and even has some early ’60s skateboarding, pre Hobie and Makaha in it. www.thelivingcurl.com

NC FESTIVAL BY THE SEA SURF OFF AND GROMFEST – The North Carolina Festival by the Sea Surf off and Gromfest will be taking place in Holden Beach, NC on Saturday October 24th. This will be a free event for all ages and skill levels. Anyone interested in pre-registration can email Cane Faircloth at canefaircloth@hotmail.com

2010 WORLD JUNIOR SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP will be held in New Zealand, one of the World’s most unique surfing destinations. The Junior Champs will be held at Piha Beach, a beautiful black sand beach famous for its large waves, just 45 minutes drive from downtown Auckland. The event will begin on January 20, 2010, at the peak of the Kiwi summer. New Zealand is one of the world’s most rewarding surfing spots with quality waves, plenty of choice and relatively few surfers. The main source of swell for both the North and South Islands is from the low pressure systems of the roaring forties, but New Zealand is fortunate to pick up swell from just about anywhere. For those used to fighting for a beach park and some room in the line up, surfing in New Zealand offers a very different experience. Parking is mostly free and being a country of only 4 million people there is plenty of room to catch the perfect wave. For those looking for an adventure, the best surf spots can be found off the beaten track.

HEAL THE BAY SOIREE – A benefit evening for Heal the Bay and the One Drop Foundation on October 16, 2009. Featuring the Santa Monica Premiere of Cirque du Soleil Kooza and Exclusive After-Party on the Santa Monica Pier. http://www.healthebay.org

MASON BARNES NEWS – Check out Mason Barnes on Surfline – When Groms Attack. http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/when-groms-attack-central-america_31267/
JIM BEAM SURFTAG COMPETITION MAKES U.S. DEBUT ON THE CALIFORNIA COAST. – Teams of local surfers will hit the waves off Manhattan Beach on Sept. 19 in the first Jim Beam Surftag U.S. National Series. In the relay competition, each surfer must catch three waves and then return to the beach to tag the next team member. Saturday, Sept. 19 will be the first of three qualifying rounds held on different Southern California beaches over the next two months. Jim Beam Surftag will award $25,000 in cash prizes throughout the series. In addition to competing for cash, teams will vie for the opportunity to advance to the championship round in November and claim the title of ‘No. 1 Surf Club in California.’ Jim Beam, the world’s No. 1-selling Bourbon, supports surfers around the globe. Jim Beam Surftag started in Australia in 2001 and has grown into the country’s largest team boardriding competition. The U.S. version will attract dozens of competitors and crowds of fans to each venue along the California coastline. UPCOMING COMPETITIONS: Oct. 11 in Oceanside, CA at Harbor. Championship – Nov. 13-14 in Huntington Beach, CA at the Pier. For more information on Beam Global Spirits and Wine, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, visit www.beamglobal.com and www.drinksmart.com.

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