In a region known for its pulsating adrenaline and knee jerk brutality, 36-year-old Pancho Sullivan has been an oasis of calm and rational thinking for two decades. He is a universally respected figure who over the years has spared kooks, blow-ins and locals from impulses they’d later regret. On September 1, 2009 his daughter Kehau Sullivan was born with a congenital heart defect that, if goes untreated, will be kill her. Medical costs are estimated to exceed US $750 000, of which Pancho’s insurance will cover three quarters. He cannot afford the rest without declaring bankruptcy and joining America’s welfare system. Which is where you come in:  … Details
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A new art show entitled, “I am snowboarding,” will be in town for a one-night engagement next week. You can check it out on Dec. 10 at Club Six, on Sixth Street between Mission and Market …Â Details
It has been with him up trees, bombed along spiky railings and soared over cars.
But now superstar stunt biker Danny MacAskill will step down from the saddle in the name of charity.
Tollcross-based Danny, 23, will wave goodbye to his best friend when he auctions his £1,800 bike on the BBC website and eBay today for Children in Need … Details
Mammoth Lakes, CA, November 19, 2009 – Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra is excited to announce that Island Extravaganza, the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser, will take place at Canyon Lodge on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 6pm until midnight. Join Disabled Sports for an island-themed night of dinner and live music with a raffle and silent auction. Just announced: event lodging packages at Mammoth Mountain Resort, live reggae music by Santa Barbara’s One Two Tree, DJ Shawn Roj and a grand raffle prize of a trip for two to Hawaii!
Island Extravaganza 2009 Lodging Package
In honor of Island Extravaganza, Mammoth Resort is rolling out a special lodging package for our guests! Stay in a convenient Mammoth Resort Property and save on your lodging and Island Extravaganza tickets. The Island Extravaganza Package includes 2 nights lodging and Island Extravaganza Tickets for each guest on the reservation …Â Details