An Evening with Oscar

An Evening with Oscar - February 28th, 2016

Please join us at for An Evening with Oscar at the Casino Ballroom, an event to benefit the Catalina Island Medical Center. Guests have the opportunity to watch the live Oscar telecast, enjoy a buffet dinner, and bid on silent and live auctions items. 5pm – 11pm. Catalina Island Medical Center Foundation. 310-510-5160, www.aneveningwithoscar.org

35th Annual Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup

USC’s Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber and Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies–Catalina Conservation Divers are proud to host Catalina Island’s 35th Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup, one of the largest annual dive events in Southern California. The event began in the 1970s in an effort to cleanup Avalon Harbor, and this event is the only time diving is permitted in the Harbor.

Southern California divers have made the Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup one of their premier social events of the year. Divers retrieve trash and lost items from Avalon Harbor, and revel in the warm friendly atmosphere of Catalina Island. Last year, approximately 500 participants recovered 2,940 pounds of trash. Proceeds from the event will benefit USC’s Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber and Wrigley Institute Scientific Diving Program.

Registration

Register online at www.usc.edu/esvp, code: 35thCleanup

Non-Divers: $25

Divers:

$50 January 1^st – February 13^th$60 Day-of Registration at Wrigley Stage

Each diver must bring the following completed forms to check-in.

• Safe Diving Practices Form (PDF)
• Informed Consent and Waiver of Release Form (PDF)

2016 Dive Locations (Map Here)

• Casino Landing
• Step Beach
• Green Pier
• Lover’s Cove

Schedule of Events

7:00-9:00 AM		Check-in for Pre-registered Divers (Dive Locations)
7:00-9:00 AM		Day-of Registration (Wrigley Stage)
9:00 AM		Dive Master/Diver Orientations (Dive Locations)
9:30-11:00 AM		Divers in Water (Dive Locations)
11:00 AM		All Divers Out of Water (MANDATORY)
1:00 PM		Door Prize Drawing (Wrigley Stage)
1:00-3:00 PM		Award Ceremony (Wrigley Stage)

T-Shirt Design Contest

35th Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup design, 2016 winner Emily Phelan

Congratulations to Emily Phelan for the winner of this year's Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup t-shirt contest.

2016 Sponsors

Each year our sponsors are a key part of the Underwater Cleanup's success! As one of the largest dive events in Southern California, your company will get direct exposure to dive clubs and individual divers attending the Cleanup. See our 2016 Sponsors!

Have your company logo displayed on the WIES-CCD website. Send us your support response early and get your logo up on the webpage soon!

Primary Sponsor –	total retail value of prizes or cash donation of $750+
Major Sponsor –	total retail value of prizes or cash donation of $400-$749
Participant –	total retail value of prizes or cash donation of $50-$399

PRIZES should be sent via UPS, FedEx, or DHL to:

Avalon Underwater Cleanup/CCD
c/o Bob and Tina Kennedy
Scuba Luv
126 Catalina Ave.
Avalon, CA 90704

Download the Sponsor Form here (PDF)

For more information, email cleanupsponsor@gmail.com.

2016 Volunteers

Sign up to volunteer for the 35^th Annual Avalon Underwater Cleanup. Various roles from calling sponsors to event day help are sought! For more information, email wies-ccd@usc.edu.

Questions?

Email wies-ccd@usc.edu or contact the USC Hyperbaric Chamber at (310) 510-4020.

Relax at the Island Spa Catalina

A remarkable place to relax, rejuvenate and play, Island Spa Catalina, offers the ultimate escape for the day, before and after you play. The Island Company has launched Catalina Island’s first-ever destination resort spa. Reflecting Catalina Island’s rich history and relaxed seaside vibe, Island Spa Catalina offers a variety of thoughtfully selected treatments and rejuvenating therapies with intrinsic island botanicals. Located inside the historical El Encanto building, the Spa features 15,000 square feet of indoor bliss and includes a variety of outdoor experiential spaces including luxurious lounges, a soaking pool and the vista deck. 

For more information, visit the WEBSITE.

Live Karaoke at El Galleon!

When: Thursday to Sunday every week
Where: El Galleon, Catalina Island

Don't forget about the good time that roll at El Galleon from Thursday to Sunday every week. Enjoy singers from all walks of life that sing their hearts out in an attempt to entertain the masses. So drink up and enjoy the show!

Pajama Breakfast Party at Antonio's Cabaret

Come join the fun on 2016 New Years day with bathrobes, slippers and flannels which are encouraged attire at Antonio’s Pizzeria & Cabaret's annual Pajama Breakfast Party from 8:00 am – noon. The breakfast event features the "Good Morning Avalon!" breakfast menu, live music, dancing and prizes for the best pajamas! Antonio’s Pizzeria & Cabaret. Call 310-510-0008 or visit the website at www.catalinahotspots.com.

El Galleon's Annual Christmas Dinners

Come to one of Catalina's Hot Spots at El Galleon to enjoy the annual Christmas dinner. Choose from many options or pre-selected dinners such as our Classic Old Fashioned Christmas Dinner, or our special Catalina Christmas dinner. Reservations are recommended so call in today! (310) 510-1188

For more information visit the WEBSITE.

Holiday Symphony Concert & Holiday Open House

Holiday Symphony Concert & Holiday Open House HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Friday, December 11, 2015 Catalina Island Museum, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm One of the most beloved traditions at the Catalina Island Museum is the Annual Holiday Open House. Prior to our Holiday Symphony Concert, stop by the museum and enjoy free admission, a free tasting in the museum`s Harbor Room along with refreshments, and a best of all... a huge sale in our Museum Store! Every item in the store will be 10% to 50% off. Members of the museum also receive their regular 15% discount in addition to the sale pricing!  HOLIDAY SYMPHONY CONCERT Friday, December 11, 2015 Avalon Casino Theatre, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Avalon`s Casino Theatre has staged numerous memorable events, but nothing quite like the Catalina Island Museum`s annual Holiday Symphony Concert featuring an ensemble from one of the top universities on the West Coast, the distinguished Stanford Symphony Orchestra.  L ed by conductor Anna Wittstruck, the specially selected ensemble, comprised of members of the Stanford Symphony Orchestra and Stanford Philharmonia Orchestra, will perform in the Avalon Casino Theatre on Friday, December 11th immediately following the museum`s Annual Holiday Open House. The ensemble combines Stanford University undergraduates, graduate students, and community players. "The highlight of the holiday season!" said Karen King, owner of Afishinados, following last year`s concert. "Growing up in Los Angeles I had the opportunity to experience this type of music all the time. On the island it is a different story. Thanks to the museum for offering such a wonderful experience in our spectacular theater." Free to the public. Doors open at 6:00 pm for members of the museum and 6:30 pm for the general public. Seating is first-come, first choice. For more information visit the website.