Mar
22
to May 26
Social Event

Ripple Effect: Protect What You Love

An art show honoring Mama Ocean!

Curated by Monica Dowell and DeeDee Hunt, discover the mesmerizing work of Monica Dowell, an eco artist. Through her designs, she uses her creative abilities to draw attention to climate change. For over 30 years, she has been collecting shells, sea glass, driftwood, and ephemera from coast to coast including Hawaii and Mexico. Her goal is to engage young beachcombers with her art and educate them on how we can combat the growing climate crisis.

15% of all sales of Monica's work will be donated to our ocean programs

Also featuring the work of a great collection of artists who are inspired by Mama Ocean.

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One Ocean Festival
May
18
12:00 PM12:00
Social Event, Educational

One Ocean Festival

The One Ocean Festival is back and will bring together several talented musicians and like-minded nonprofits to celebrate our beautiful coastside. Listen to some great music, learn about some of the local environmental nonprofits, and enjoy some delicious available refreshments from the San Benito House.

This event is FREE and family-friendly. We hope you can join us in the fun!

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Every Day Is Earth Day Cleanup (April Beach Cleanup)
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00
Beach Clean Up

Every Day Is Earth Day Cleanup (April Beach Cleanup)

We’re celebrating Earth Day at our regular cleanup at Dunes Beach from 10 am - 2 pm! Thanks to the generosity of Plaine Products, we will have some plastic-free goodies for attendees. Come early to make sure you can get yours!

Please be sure to register in advance for this event so we can get an accurate headcount for supplies!

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Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00
Pop-Up

Tabling At Spangler's Market

Come Talk Trash With Us (Marine trash, that is!)

We will be set up outside of Spangler's Market on April 25th! Come by to learn more about what we do and how you can help us protect our oceans!

We’ll have some merch available for sale as well. The perfect opportunity to snag some early Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts (or a gift for yourself… we’ve got it all!).

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Apr
20
1:00 PM13:00
Educational, Beach Clean Up, Social Event

Earth Day Celebration with EGCS

  • The Skate Ramp Lot across from Surfer's Beach (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

El Granada Community Services District is having an Earth Day Event on April 20th from 1:00-3:00p.m. at their parking lot on Obispo Road (the skate ramp lot across from Surfers’ Beach).

Join us along with Recology, SMC Household Hazardous Waste and other local organizations to share in our love for the Coastside!

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Zero Waste Fest
Apr
6
10:00 AM10:00

Zero Waste Fest

  • West Bluff Picnic Area at Chrissy Field (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 2024 Zero Waste Fest will take place at the West Bluff Picnic Area near Chrissy Fields on April 6th from 10 am - 2 pm! Join us for an exciting day including wetsuit repair demos, silent disco, yoga, education stations, paddle boarding and other water activities provided by City Surf Project, food, and reusables provided by Plastic Free Future.

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Mar
23
12:00 PM12:00
Social Event

6th Birthday Shellebration!

Join us in celebrating 6 years ‘round the sun!

We’ll be at The Barn after our beach cleanup for some casual hangs and delicious eats!

Come enjoy some awesome farm-to-table family-friendly food and drink and a portion of all sales will be donated to Sea Hugger!

Thanks to our Sea Hugger community for helping us achieve this milestone - you’re jawesome!

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Dec
28
to Dec 30

Beach Break Film Festival

Beach Break Entertainment’s Film Festival is back! With a bunch of great films including “Soul of the Ocean,” a film about the complex world within our oceans and how we all play a part in its story.

We have partnered with Beach Break Entertainment to provide reusable stainless steel cups for purchase at the event, with $1 from each purchase supporting our ocean protection programs.

Head to their site to view the lineup and purchase tickets!

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Dec
16
2:00 PM14:00

Winter Solstice Terrarium Fundraiser

Join us at The Coastal Vine for an afternoon of fun. We'll be there from 2 pm - 5 pm building terrariums from foraged items and repurposed containers. These make beautiful gifts for you or your loved ones, and are so simple to make. We hope to see you there!

This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $25 per person, with proceeds supporting our 2024 ocean protection programs.

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Dec
1
4:00 PM16:00

Nights of Lights Block Party

Swing by our table at this year’s Nights of Lights Block Party on Friday, December 1st. Booths are open from 4 pm - 8 pm. Come say hi and pick up some gifts for the Sea Hugger in your life (window shop - or order - here). We’ll be located on Artist’s Row on Kelly Avenue. The event is complete with a lighted parade featuring Santa Claus, starting around 6:15 pm - come early to get a good spot and have first dibs at our merch! Plus, the first 30 kids will get a DIY ornament kit from our team!

Visit with Santa at Mac Dutra Plaza after the parade, shop around for gifts and local goods, and let your kiddos play at the Kid’s Zone. You can even check out the floats and cars after the parade on Main Street!

Parade sponsored by Republic Services!

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Nov
24
12:00 PM12:00

Blue Friday Holiday Workshop

Join Sea Hugger at Jetty Wave Distillery on Friday, November 24th for a family friendly holiday workshop, including making terrariums with foraged elements and painting 100% recycled cotton totes. We’ll be there from 12 pm - 3 pm, so come by when ya can and learn how to make sustainable holiday gifts with our team. We will also have some of our merch for sale - perfect for holiday shopping for yourself and all the Sea Huggers in your life!

Enjoy live music by Ella Harp, light snacks provided by Spangler’s Market, and no-host refreshments including kid-friendly options.

$30 a ticket - Each ticket includes one blank tote bag, a glass jar terrarium, folded paper gift bags and access to an assortment of upcycling crafts/supplies.

Suggested ages 5+, but you know your kiddo(s) best!

There will be a special station (for free) with rocks, pine cones, and other natural elements for painting - good for all ages!

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Oct
28
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works October

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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Oct
7
12:00 PM12:00

Ocean Blue Vault Fall Artist Reception

The Ocean Blue Vault is a local artist collective in Half Moon Bay, California. Their Main Street collective showcases the work of artists from Northern California.

Each season, Ocean Blue Vault selects a deserving local non-profit to support through the sale of donated artwork. We are honored to be selected as this season’s receiving non-profit.

100% of the proceeds from their non-profit wall will go to support our ocean protection programs until the end of the year!

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Sep
30
to Oct 1

Mavericks Awards Festival

  • Pillar Point Harbor Boulevard Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MAVERICKS AWARDS big-wave surfing video contest is pleased to present its second annual MAVERICKS FESTIVAL, kicking off the winter season with a two-day celebration for the community on September 30 & October 1, 2023 at Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay, CA. The Mavericks Festival is a fundraiser event and will feature two days of live performances from six bands including: Coast Tribe, Mondo Cozmo, and Unwritten Law headlining on Day 1; then False Bottom Band, Common Sense, and The Beaches headlining on Day 2. The Mavericks Festival is free to the public and all ages are welcome.

Sea Hugger is a beneficiary of the event. Join the fun and support epic surf!

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Sep
23
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works September

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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Sep
23
9:00 AM09:00

Coastal Cleanup 2023!

Join us for the 39th Annual Coastal Cleanup Day! Saturday, September 23 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and all month long!

This cleanup event is a great way for families, friends, community groups, and schools to come together to help clean up creeks, parks, neighborhoods, and local beaches.

Cleanup Site: Surfer’s Beach
Clean Swell App Group Name: Sea Hugger
Site Captain: Taletha Derrington, Sea Hugger | warrior@seahugger.org
Register: Registration Form
Meetup Address: Meet in the dirt parking lot across from Surfer’s Beach on Obispo Road in El Granada.
Directions: If traveling from north of El Granada, take Highway 1 and turn left at the light at Coronado St. If traveling from south of El Granada, turn right on Coronado St. Immediately turn left on Obispo Rd. The dirt parking lot is a 1/4 mile down the road. Meet us in the dirt parking lot. When headed to the beach, walk to the crosswalk at the light at Coronado St. to cross over to Surfer’s Beach. Do not jay walk.
Parking: Park in the dirt lot across from Surfer’s Beach.

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Sep
8
7:00 PM19:00

Maui Strong Fundraiser with Beach Break Entertainment

Join us on Friday, September 8th at San Benito House from 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm to raise funds for Maui Strong Fund.

We’re thankful to have live hula and ukulele performances leading up to a showing of Disney’s Moana. 100% of the profits will be sent to Maui Strong Fund. 

Kids and Seniors $15
Adults $20
Picnic tables $150 (for 6) (we can sell up to 10 tables)
Heat Lamps $15

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Aug
26
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works August

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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Jul
22
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works July

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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Jun
24
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works June

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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Jun
7
4:00 PM16:00

Hayes Valley cleanup WITH SF PUBLIC WORKS June

Haye who's ready for a clean up! Join the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, SF Public Works, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Patricia’s Green (Octavia Street & Hayes Street), clean for a bit, then enjoy snacks and each other's company

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together

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May
27
10:00 AM10:00

Lower Nob Hill neighbors community cleanup with SF Public Works May

Known for its views and Nobs, let’s keep Nob Hill uncluttered! Join RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup!

Volunteers will meet at Another Cafe (1191 Pine St) Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to noon.

Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!

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