Ex-local Troy Cryder has made a new film that interviews many local shapers.  Also has local music by Riverman, Honey Miller, and lots of others.  The trailers look good and the DVD is only 15 bucks... just ordered a copy for myself.  We live in the heart of East Coast shaping, and this movie gives some insight into what goes into that board under your feet.

http://dustresinwater.com/

Beach and Boardfest gets a nice write-up in Floridatoday.

http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20130228/NEWS01/302280030/New-surf-event-richest-Cocoa-Beach-history

Included in the article is a great video of Andy and Neilson Surf Shop and Balsa Bill.  Way to go guys!

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A Benefit and Celebration for Anthony Hoff at Nolan's Irish Pub on Monday, September 24th from 6pm until 12am.  Anthony is a 15 year old Cocoa Beach local who suffered a traumatic brain injury after a BMX biking accident 2 months ago.  Anthony is rehabilitating and communicating with his family and walking some after almost a full month at Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital. Anthony's mother, Mary works at Roosevelt Elementary and his father, John works at the Cocoa Beach golf course - they are local salt.  Raffles, Silent Auctions and half of all sales at Nolans will benefit the Hoff Family.  More
 
If you are interested in donating a financial gift or an item to be raffled please contact: cocoabeachfire@gmail.com

Two fundraisers coming up this weekend.

The next event for Rob Munchbach is scheduled for Saturday, September 22 at Kiwanis Island Park on Merritt Island.  This event is the "Stroke Your Heart Out" Sykes Creek Paddle Challenge and is open to anything that can be paddled or rowed.  Paddlers will begin at the northwest corner of Kiwanis Island and proceed north on Sykes Creek to the SR-528 bridge, then turn around and come back to Kiwanis Island for a total distance of 7 miles.   A short course of half that distance will also be available for paddlers looking for a more recreational pace.   Registration is available the day of the race beginning at 7:30 am and the paddle will begin at 9 am.  A donation of $35 is requested.  Advance registration may be accomplished at www.HeartThrobforRob.org by clicking on the "events" tab or go to the facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/476476212370328/. 

Interested in what City-friendly candidates for Mayor and City Council stand for?

 Chat with them at:

Pelican Beach Park, Main Pavilion
Saturday, September 15, 2012, 1 PM

Candidates Frank Catino (for Mayor) and Lorraine Gott and Mark Brimer (for Council) will be there to discuss issues and answer questions.  Drop by and enjoy a free hot dog as you learn about their visions for Satellite Beach.

And is looking for volunteers. 

Mangroves are an extremely important part of the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem.

Click here for dates and times.

Surf Flick and 3 bands. Best of all it is Free.

Show is at the Calvary Chapel Surfside 950 Pinetree Drive.  Doors open at 7pm.

One of the bands - The Great Book of John is being featured at noon on WFIT.

This is going to be a big one.  Come out and support a special cause.
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Upcoming event to help raise funds for local surfer Rob Munchbach of Merritt Island.  Rob is a 42 year old Merritt Island resident who is facing a tremendous health challenge.  He is in need of a heart transplant and is currently going through the process of getting on the list with Shands Hospital in Gainesville.

"Surf Your Heart Out"  is a 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk on the Beach at Lori Wilson Park (North) on August 25.  Check-in starts at 7:15 am and the event will start at 8:30 am.  (Low tide is at 8:30 am!) Donation is $25 day of event, $20 for early registration.  The course goes 1 mile south to the boardwalk at 2nd Street N, then back to Lori Wilson.  Following the run particpants are invited to spend some time surfing/swimming and then joining in for a cook-out at the Slater West Pavilion.  Online registration is available at: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=ik8nrziab&oeidk=a07e633ik3a67ea738d

Bill's 6th Annual Race will be Saturday, August 4th behind the shop. (Balsa Bill Surf Shop) Lots of Paddle Race divisions - Something for everybody.
Entry forms available at Balsa Bill Surf Shop
Pre-Registration Party Friday night Aug 3, 6-8 pm. featuring live music by Jessica Lynn Williams and Brandon Russell.
Come on by the Friday night party for some music by this very talented couple and free pizza even if you're not paddling.

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RIP Rich

John Hearin, Ph. D, Coastal Engineering will be presenting to talk on Beach Renourishment at the Cocoa Beach Public Library, Wed, April 18th, 6-8 pm.  John will present the results of research and offer some suggestions regarding future nourishment projects in Brevard County at a public forum to be held at the Cocoa Beach Public Library on April 18 from 6 to 8 PM. The presentation is intended for the general public and anyone interested in the beaches of Brevard County is encouraged to attend.

There will be lots to offer the whole family.  As always, the car wash will be up and running.  The concession stand will have home made goodies.  The book stall will have gently used books to browse through, and plant vendors will be onsite to help you spruce up your home, garden, and yard. 

http://www.2ndlight.com/fusetalk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=8&threadid=134737&enterthread=y

Supposed to be an awesome movie (Malloy Brothers) and there will be live music by The Careful Ones, 100 acre wood and Jeremy White - $5.  
1301 South Patrick Dr. #62

Dakine Diegos just celebrated it's 15th Anniversary. We moved into the neighborhood right before Dakine Diegos opened; hard to believe we have been enjoying the stoke for 15 years.    Surf movies, Hula, and Fundraisers - Scott and Dakine Diegos have brought much to this community.  Oh and did I forget ... insane burritos.  Happy Birthday Dakine Diegos!