The eighth annual Laguna Hero Fest kicks off on Thursday, May 14 with the premiere screening of a 30-minute documentary, “Laguna Beach Eco Heroes,” honoring filmmaker Greg MacGillivray, who established the One World One Ocean Foundation; biologist Nancy Caruso, who helped replant kelp in local waters; and Chip McDermott, who started monthly litter cleanups; among those working to preserve the wilderness surrounding Laguna Beach
The program begins at 7:30 p.m. at Seven Degrees, 891 Laguna Canyon Rd., where there will be food and drinks for purchase, live music and a silent auction. A $20, tax-deductible donation is suggested.
An afternoon program for kids will begin at 3:30 p.m. with conservation activities and an environmental art exhibit.
For more information visit: [email protected] or call 949-376-5964.
Local Station KX 93.5 Hosts Fundraiser
Chris Barron of the rock band Spin Doctors will share songs and stories from life on the road at KXClusive, Music On A Silver Platter, a fundraiser for radio station KX 93.5 Saturday, June 6 at a private Laguna Beach ocean view estate.
Tickets $150-$295 include a live auction for a trips to Telluride, the El Conquistador resort in Tucson and the Montage presidential suite. The top-priced ticket includes preferred seating, time with Barron and a tour of the estate.
Admission includes catered cuisine, custom cocktails and craft beer tastings. Tickets are available at www.kx935.com/kxclusive
