Luann On Vigilucci’s Beach Bocce Poster

San Marcos artist Greg Evans, creator of the nationally syndicated Luann comic, has created the signature artwork for the Vigilucci’s Beach Bocce Ball World Championship XXX benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

Evans, a long time supporter of Boys & Girls Clubs, was the recipient of the 2003 Reuben Award as Cartoonist of the Year. He has also written two musicals – Luann: Scenes from a Teen’s Life (2008) and Wrinkles (2010). His artwork for the tournament features Luann, the lead character in his 25 year old cartoon, and her beloved dog Puddles. . . Posters showcasing Bocce Luann will be placed throughout the North County coastal area, and have become quite the collector’s item. Autographed posters will be available for purchase at the event or by contacting Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

The event goes down July 17, 2010 at Dog Beach in Del Mar, but all the money raised comes back to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. Nice how that works, huh? Follow the jump for more details.
NATIONALLY SYNDICATED CARTOONIST DONATES ARTWORK FOR EVENT

(Carlsbad, CA – May 20, 2010) San Marcos artist Greg Evans has created the signature art for Vigilucci’s Beach Bocce Ball World Championship XXX, which benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

“Each year, we select a different artist to come up with a unique piece for the championship,” stated organizer Brian Cook. “We were absolutely thrilled that Greg Evans, creator of the nationally syndicated Luann cartoon, agreed to donate his time and talent. His ‘Bocce Luann’ will be the centerpiece of the poster, t-shirt, and other publicity items for the 30th anniversary of this fun event.”

Evans, a long time supporter of Boys & Girls Clubs, was the recipient of the 2003 Reuben Award as Cartoonist of the Year. He has also written two musicals – Luann: Scenes from a Teen’s Life (2008) and Wrinkles (2010). His artwork for the tournament features Luann, the lead character in his 25 year old cartoon, and her beloved dog Puddles.

Posters showcasing Bocce Luann will be placed throughout the North County coastal area, and have become quite the collector’s item. Autographed posters will be available for purchase at the event or by contacting Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

Scheduled to be held July 17 at Dog Beach in Del Mar, Vigilucci’s Beach Bocce Ball World Championship expects to attract nearly 1000 players and spectators. This year’s event sold out in record time, and is slated to raise more than $50,000 for Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad has played an integral role in the Carlsbad community since 1952, providing programs and services to thousands of young people. Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad invites you to tour their Clubhouse, and see how lives are changed on a daily basis. For more information, call (760) 729-0207, email info@bgccarlsbad.org, or visit www.bgccarlsbad.org.