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A Symphony Of Support
Symphony at Salk - A Concert Under the Stars, is one of the loveliest events of the year. Set in the Salk Institute courtyard, nearly 1,000 guests feast on elegantly-presented dinners while sipping wine and listening to classical music played by the San Diego Symphony. Now in its 11th year, Symphony at Salk, which takes place on August 26, will feature Irish tenor Ronan Tynan, with guest conductor Thomas Wilkins returning to lead the orchestra. Original artwork by Francoise Gilot-Salk has been a signature of the event since the very first concert, and this year is no exception. Her piece, entitled Full Moon and Comet will grace the 2006 poster and program. The beautiful evening supports Salk Institute's basic research, and, according to Salk artistic director Mel Yoakum, "contributes to the fulfillment of Jonas Salk's founding vision for the institute, a place of interface for scientific research and humanities." (858/453-4100, ext. 1882, www.salk.edu)
- Darlene G. Davies
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Peck and Doyle
Luau And Longboard Invitiational
The Rebecca and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center will host the 13th annual Luau & Longboard Invitational at The Scripps Institution of Oceanography on August 20 at 7am. The event brings together some of the most respected surfers with business leaders, scientists, physicians, and cancer patients to increase awareness and raise much-needed funds for cancer research. The day begins with the Longboard Invitational, a friendly but competitive surfing contest that is open to viewing by the public, where 27 teams made up of cancer survivors, healthcare providers, dedicated company employees, and respected industry leaders paddle out alongside top legends of the surfing world. In the afternoon, festivities include a private luau with live music, Polynesian dancing, and live and silent auctions featuring surf memorabilia. The event also features a ceremony to honor the winner of the Rell Sunn - Queen of Makaha Award, which recognizes an individual for his or her dedication to helping others in the fight against cancer in ways that embody the true "aloha" spirit. All of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the center's research programs. (858/822-0023, www.longboardluau.org) - Jane Shiomi
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Westwind Brass ensemble
Minding The Arts
The Neurosciences Institute will hold its fourth annual Minding the Arts fundraiser on September 17. Chaired by Linda Satz, with Jay and Lael Kovtun as honorary chairs, the event will raise funds to allow the institute to continue making its auditorium available free of charge to local nonprofit arts and educational organizations. Minding the Arts will include an outdoor cocktail reception with food and beverage stations provided by local chefs, followed by a concert in the auditorium. Through its Performing Arts at The Neurosciences Institute program, the institute effectively saves San Diego's arts community more than $300,000 per year, while offering many smaller organizations a venue to present their events. Tickets start at $150. (858/626-2022, www.nsi.edu) - Alicia Garcia
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Club 6 Oh! - Las Patronas Jewel Ball
8/5: Held at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the Jewel Ball is regarded as one of San Diego's most enduring social, cultural, and philanthropic traditions. One-hundred percent of funds raised stay in San Diego County to assist grass-roots nonprofits as well as larger organizations. This year's event, themed Club 6 Oh!, celebrates Las Patronas' 60th birthday, and promises to be the place for hot beats, cool drinks, tasty treats, and great people. (www.laspatronas.org)
Luncheon For Emergency Animal Rescue
8/15: The Emergency Animal Rescue presents the first annual fundraising luncheon and silent auction. Takes place from 11:30am-2:30pm at Scalini Restaurant, and will benefit the all-volunteer organization, which performs the actual physical rescue of domestic and wildlife animals in life-threatening situations. Tickets are $125. (858/350-1900, www.emergencyanimalrescue.org)
Mama's Heart Gets Bigger
8/17: A benefit wine tasting event for Mama's Kitchen will take place at Bourbon Street from 6-9pm and will feature Jack 100.7FM's Monique Marvez, as well as food, wine, and a silent auction. Tickets are $45 per person in advance, or $50 at the door. (619/233-6262, ext. 104, www.mamaskitchen.org)
The Walk For Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure
9/9: This 1.2 mile walk and family event at Balboa Park benefits The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN), the nation's leading nonprofit, patient-advocacy organization providing information about food allergy. The goal of the walk is to increase awareness and education about potentially life-threatening allergic disorders that affect one in every 25 Americans. Registration is free. (www.firstgiving.com/faanwalk)
The Museum Of Contemporary Art's Monte Carlo Gala
9/9: The 30th annual gala fundraiser at MCASD's La Jolla location. Themed Monte Carlo! Monte Carlo!, the event will pay homage to the beautiful city in Monaco with an enchanted black-and-white garden party. Proceeds from the festive black tie event, co-chaired by Steve Strauss and Lise Wilson, will benefit education and exhibition programs at the museum. Guests will be treated to a cocktail reception with Champagne and caviar, dinner, dancing, charity gambling, silent auction, and more. Top-level Topiary tickets for the gala event are $1,000 or $10,000 per table of 10; Trellis tickets are $500 or $5,000 per table of 10. (858/454-3541, www.mcasd.org)
Urban Campout: Down Under
9/15: San Diego's fun fundraiser to benefit local Girl Scouts takes on an Aussie accent this year, with adults partying under the stars in Balboa Park. Don your outback attire and enjoy fun and games, bidding, dining, dancing, and toasting s'mores around the campfire. (619/610-0735, www.girlscoutssdi.org/uc)
The Globe Gala 2006
9/16: Under the stars at Balboa Park, guests will enjoy an elegant dinner and dance the night away to live entertainment provided by the Innovations Dance Band. Chaired by Valerie Cooper, Robert Gleason, Norma Jean "Jake" Yonchak, and Carolyn Yorston, this year's festivities also include a reception and live and silent auctions. Proceeds from The Globe Gala 2006 support The Old Globe's education and outreach programs. (619/231-1941, ext. 2317, www.theoldglobe.org)
The Storybook Ball
9/16: Kids Included Together (KIT), a nonprofit organization that supports recreational, child- development, and youth-development programs for children with and without disabilities, presents The Storybook Ball at The Corky McMillin Companies Event Center at the NTC Promenade at Liberty Station to benefit the creation of the National Training Center on Inclusion and support KIT affiliate sites in San Diego. The event will feature a silent auction and cocktail reception followed by dinner, a live auction, and entertainment. Mayor Jerry Sanders is one of the many honored guests who will be in attendance for the night's festivities. (858/320-2055, www.kitonline.org/storybook.html)
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