Join us at the American Cancer Society Riviera “Lunch-In” on Friday, November 20th for a one-of-a-kind virtual event. Hear personal stories from a local cancer survivor and find out about cancer research happening locally. We’ll also honor a local doctor for their achievements here in Santa Barbara. You won’t want to miss our spectacular silent auction, and a few new surprises!
The Auction
The Silent Auction is NOW OPEN! All auctions close at 2pm Friday, 11/20.
1 Week Stay in a Beachside Condo in Carlsbad!
Luxury Wine Tasting Experience for 12!
Santa Barbara Trolley Holiday Experience!
Gourmet Holiday Gift Baskets!
We have 2 auctions happening simultaneously!
Please visit both sites and bid on items from both Ventura and Santa Barbara!
Entertainment
Heather Arena
Join early so you don’t miss the fun! Heather will be singing live during the “pre-show” segment!
A Message From UCLA Health
Child Survivor Honoree
Eliana Georges
Eliana has been battling brain cancer since she was 4.5 months old. She had to undergo a second brain surgery to remove new growth. The surgery was successful and went smooth until Eliana was taken to the E.R. at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for headache, dizziness and vomiting. She was given a CT scan where they found slight fluid increase in her brain from her past surgery. She was then transported via ambulance to Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles so she could be with her team of doctors. By the next morning she was fighting for her life in the ICU and after a few hours were told she wouldn’t make it through the day. But little did they know how much fight Eliana really had! Later that evening, the doctors said she was stable! Eliana remained at the hospital for a longer period of time where more tests were performed. Her strong and loving parents sat by her side day in and day out. After a recent scan, the Georges family was very relieved to hear the words “She has just a bit of scar tissue.” After years of battling as an infant and pain and suffering a child should never have to face, The Georges family celebrate being team #Elianastrong.
MEDICAL HONOREE
Dr. Julian Davis
Dr. Julian Davis is a hematologist and medical oncologist who practices in Santa Barbara. He sees patients with all types of cancer, with a specialized interest in hematologic malignancies, melanoma and clinical trials, and is board certified in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine.
Dr. Davis did his fellowship training in hematology and oncology at the University of California Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, where he served as co-chief fellow in his third year. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, and received his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Cell and Developmental Biology and his Master of Arts degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Dr. Davis serves as the site principal investigator for several US Oncology Research (USOR) and Translational Research in Oncology (TRIO) clinical trials, and received an Excellence in Teaching Award from the Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Internal Medicine Residency Program in 2020.
Dr. Davis was raised in Santa Barbara, and is incredibly grateful to be able to practice cutting edge care in his hometown.
CANCER RESEARCH SPEAKER
Dr. Joseph Campanale
Dr. Joseph Campanale earned dual B.S. degrees in Biology and Microbiology, and a M.S. degree in Biological Sciences from California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, before completing his doctoral research as an EPA STAR and NIH Predoctoral Fellow at the University of California San Diego at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
Dr. Campanale joined the lab of Dr. Denise Montell at UCSB in 2015 and in 2017 was awarded an ACS Postdoctoral Fellowship. His work seeks to uncover fundamental properties of cells that have molecular and behavioral characteristics similar to those used by carcinomas.
As an ACS Scholar, Dr. Campanale uses the fruit fly ovary to identify principles governing collective cell dissemination possibly contributing to metastasis.
He is a graduate of the Embryology Course at Marine Biological Laboratories, was named the Young Investigator of Year at the FEBS International Meeting on ABC transporters in 2012 and won the Keith and Marion Moore publication prize in 2015.
Volunteers
Our event would not be possible without dedicated volunteers giving generously of their time and talent. We’re always in need of additional volunteers; please review the list below to see if one of opportunities is right for you! To sign up as a volunteer, please email Amanda Thomas.
Registration Attendant
- Description: Check in guests, assist guests through the registration process, answer questions, and report on any issues
- Qualifications: A fun upbeat attitude, with a winning smile and strong organizational skills.
Silent Auction Attendant
- Description: Set up silent auction packages, decorate silent auction tables, assist bidders, report on bidding status, and assist guests with checking-out purchases
- Qualifications: A love of decorating and a desire to help others make exciting purchases.
Raffle Ticket Sales
- Description: Sell raffle tickets – engage guests and explain the exciting opportunity
- Qualifications: Great people skills and comfortable approaching guests
Activities Attendant
- Description: Preside over games, check in guests to participate, and set up gaming area
- Qualifications: An ability to excite and support a small crowd of competitors, while tracking scores and participation
Greeter
- Description: Greet all guests as they arrive, answer their questions, and provide direction
- Qualifications: Upbeat attitude and a warm, approachable personality
Live Auction Spotter
- Description: Jump into the action during our exciting live auction by assisting the auctioneer with spotting bids
- Qualifications: A good eye, a clear voice, and an ability to enthuse a crowd
Checkout Attendant
- Description: Compute purchases and generate invoices for winning bidders, operate software to keep the live and silent auctions updated throughout the evening
- Qualifications: Computer skills, database software experience preferred, but not required. Attendance at a volunteer computer training event is required.
Redemption Attendant
- Description: Deliver auction items to winning bidders, may include transporting items to their car.
- Qualifications: Great people skills and ability to lift 40 pounds.