Tiki Kon to support Alzheimer's Association with The Longest Luau, June 21

PORTLAND, OR (April 21, 2014) — Tiki Kon, the Pacific Northwest's Polynesian-Pop extravaganza, is supporting Alzheimer's Association this year by participating in The Longest Day, with an all-day fundraising event called The Longest Luau, on June 21, 2014.

From the Alzheimer Association website:

"On The Longest Day, teams around the world come together to honor the strength, passion and endurance of those facing Alzheimer's with a day of activity. Held on the summer solstice, June 21, 2014, this event calls on participants to raise funds and awareness to advance the efforts of the Alzheimer's Association."

As part of this all-day, nation-wide event, Tiki Kon is hosting a series of luau-themed activities at locations around Portland for its registered team members. To enjoy these members-only activities, members of the Portland Tiki community are encouraged to sign up using the Team Tiki Kon page on the Alzheimer's website.

To reward the efforts of the fundraising team, the member who receives the most pledges will be awarded a grand trophy--a commemorative, super limited-edition 2014 Tiki Kon mug by VanTiki and Munktiki.

Additional public events are planned at two of Portland's top tiki bars, including "extra-happy" hour at Hale Pele and a finale party at Trader Vic's Portland. Everyone is welcome to attend, and members of other Longest Day teams are invited to join Team Tiki Kon for our end-of-day sunset celebration at Trader Vic's. A portion of bar sales will be contributed to the team, which means that guests can support the cause by simply raising a glass with us. Supporters may also make a tax-deductible online donation to the team.

TEAM TIKI KON ACTIVITY SCHEDULE

5:30 - 7:30 AM
Choose Your Own Activity

7:30 - 10:30 AM
Breakfast & Tiki Decor Building
Outer NE Portland - members only

10:30 - 1:30 PM
Swim Party and Lei Making
Outer NE Portland - members only

1:30 - 3:30 PM
Pig Roast and Hula Dancers
SW Portland - members only

3:30 - 5:30 PM
Extra-Happy Hour at Hale Pele
NE Portland - public welcome

5:30 - 8:30 PM
Backyard Barbecue and Lawn Darts
Outer NE Portland - members only

8:30 - 11:00 PM
Finale Party and Sunset Ceremony at Trader Vic's
Pearl District, Portland - public welcome

Tiki Kon prides itself on its community involvement and has committed to supporting a worthy charity each year with special fundraisers and donations. Last year's event benefited the Autism Society of Oregon, in honor of the many members of the Tiki Kon family whose lives are affected by autism. Alzheimer's has as similar impact on all communities, and nearly everyone involved with the event has been touched in some way by it.

Team Tiki Kon Sign-Up and Donation Page:

http://bit.ly/P9wG8D

For additional information about Tiki Kon's involvement in the Longest Day fundraising event, or more information about Tiki Kon, please contact Greg Clapp (greg@tikikon.com).

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SATAN'S PILGRIMS to Headline Tiki Kon Kickoff Party, presented by Deadhead Rum

PORTLAND, OR (April 3, 2014) —— Tiki Kon is ridiculously pleased to announce the lineup for the Friday night kickoff party for Tiki Kon: Mysteries of the Deep. Headlining the show is legendary surf band SATAN'S PILGRIMS, presented by Deadhead Rum, with special guests LUSHY from Seattle, burlesque performances by Megan Mayhem and Tana the Tattooed Lady, plus DJ Drew Groove. The show will be held Friday, July 11, at the Star Theater in Portland. General admission tickets go on sale to the public Wednesday, April 9, at 10:00 a.m., but Tiki Kon guests may reserve theirs early by purchasing a weekend event pass.

Twisting their name from the 60s B-movie Satan's Sadists, Satan's Pilgrims is one of the most influential surf instrumental bands in the nation. While much of their sound has a definite Southern California flair, their Pacific Northwest rock 'n' roll ancestry sets them apart. The Pilgrims have created their own sub-genre of surf music with a patented haunted sound, which fans have dubbed "Pilgrim Rock." Ask any West Coast surf band to name their influences, and Satan's Pilgrims will inevitably be in the list.

From Seattle, Lushy brings a refreshing groove and intriguing style that blends original samples and Bossa beats with elements of vintage Latin jazz, exotica, surf, new wave and sixties pop. Their distinctive, inter-continental sound is lounge-y and danceable and goes down nice and easy, like a well-mixed cocktail in swanky bar.

Deadhead Rum is an exceptional, six-year cask aged rum imported from Veracruz by Iconic Brands. It debuted in Oregon last year during Tiki Kon: Adventure Island and was featured on the Tiki Kon home bar tour with much acclaim. This year Deadhead returns not only to the home bar tour, but also as the presenter of the Friday night kickoff party.

The Satan's Pilgrims show is part of Tiki Kon weekend, which runs Friday through Sunday, July 11-13. Most of the entertainment and activities are held at the Red Lion at the Quay, in Vancouver, right across the bridge from Portland. A hotel shuttle to the Star Theater will be available for Tiki Kon guests. Shuttle fare is included in Tiki Kon weekend passes or available for purchase on board.

Weekend event passes and information are available at the Tiki Kon website. Satan's Pilgrims tickets may be purchased separately from Ticket Biscuit starting April 9th, or are included in the VIP Package or Weekend Pass.

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