Southern California Surfing Icon Shares Stories from the Sunshine State’s Rich Beach History

On Saturday April 22nd, GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care community will welcome Kathy “Gidget” Zuckerman for a journey into the days when Moondoggie, Lover Boy, Durf the Drag, Pokey, the Big Kahuna and many others roamed the sun-drenched sands of SoCal in search of the perfect wave.

The sunshine state’s original female surfing icon, who rode the waves at Waikiki beach on her 60th birthday, was inspired to take up the sport by watching the boys surf at the Malibu pier. The Malibu surfers all had nicknames, and Gidget’s was derived from her short stature and notoriety for being one of the only girls in the water. Her story inspired a series of movies that rose to popularity in the 1960’s.

GranVida invites the community to meet the real “Gidget,” share in a visually rich afternoon of storytelling, and enjoy complementary refreshments provided by the community’s top-notch culinary team. Tours of GranVida’s beautiful accommodations and lush, inviting grounds will also be available. Seating is limited and RSVPs are required. Call 805.576.7502 or register at GranVidaSeniorLiving.com/RSVP no later than Thursday April 20th.

Saturday April 22nd, 2:30 – 4:00 pm

GranVida Senior Living & Memory Care

5464 Carpinteria Ave.

Carpinteria, CA 93013

Interview Opportunities with Kathy “Gidget” Zuckerman and members of the GranVida staff and community.