ShipRocked » charity http://www.getshiprocked.com Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:22:47 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 R.I.P. Ronnie James Dio http://www.getshiprocked.com/2010/05/16/r-i-p-ronnie-james-dio/ http://www.getshiprocked.com/2010/05/16/r-i-p-ronnie-james-dio/#comments Sun, 16 May 2010 23:13:44 +0000 The Captain http://www.getshiprocked.com/?p=3803 With our heads hung low, but our horns raised high, the entire ShipRocked crew would like bid a sad farewell to the Holy Diver, Ronnie James Dio.

Today my heart is broken, Ronnie passed away at 7:45am 16th May. Many, many friends and family were able to say their private good-byes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us. Please give us a few days of privacy to deal with this terrible loss. Please know he loved you all and his music will live on forever. — Wendy Dio, ronniejamesdio.com

Dio inspired generations of Rock and Roll Children, especially us, and his passing gives our commitment to raise money for cancer research in his honor a renewed energy.

REST IN PEACE LORD DIO…YOU ROCKED!



]]> http://www.getshiprocked.com/2010/05/16/r-i-p-ronnie-james-dio/feed/ 3 Theme Days & Nights Announced http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/10/29/theme-days-nights-announced/ http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/10/29/theme-days-nights-announced/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:07:14 +0000 The Captain http://www.getshiprocked.com/?p=2868 SUNDAY: Classic Concert T-Shirt Day

Start digging through those boxes in your attics and garages. Or, maybe you need only to open your second dresser drawer. Either way, it’s time to gather up all your classic concert t-shirts and decide which (or how many) are worthy to wear on the first day of the cruise! Should you take the ’85 “Round & Round” 3/4-sleeve that Pearcy signed? Or maybe that Van Halen 1984 flying eagle shirt? Hey what about the Stones at Candlestick in ’81? No one else will be wearing that one… Oh hell, pack them all! Just make sure you’re sporting your finest vintage rock and roll threads as you board the ship and rock out on our first day at sea!

MONDAY: Prom Night at ShipRocked High

You are cordially invited… to Prom Night at ShipRocked High!

Monday night on the ship is formal night, and we’re taking you back to the totally awesome 1980s for a night of enchancement and big hair. If you’re a ShipRocked passenger, you’re immediately booked for the prom – so start planning your formal attire now! What should you wear? Anything 80s, anything rocker! Big hair, crimped hair, mullet wigs (or your natural mullet, if you’re still rockin’ it!), tuxedo t-shirts, sky-blue bow ties and cummerbunds, poufy formal gowns with giant bows and pink, pink, pink!

Singles: need to find a date to prom? fear not… we’ve got you covered. We’ll be holding a unique singles event earlier that day, so you can find that special someone worthy of the corsage or boutonniere.

Don’t worry: a cruise photographer will be on hand to capture the memories forever. How else will you embarrass your kids once you return home?

Remember: bring your best 80s formal attire for Prom Night at ShipRocked High and prepare to party like it’s 1999.

THURSDAY: American Soldier Appreciation Day

ON YOUR FEET !!!

During our final day and night at sea, we encourage everyone onboard to honor the brave men and women of the United States Military, and pay special tribute to those who have so selflessly served and protected our country for generations, by donning some military green, camouflage garb, or simply by sporting your most patriotic red, white and blue!

Then… Do you wanna get your hands on some amazing rock and roll memorabilia? Like guitars signed by our performers, or a special ShipRocked Platinum Award plaque? Or how about a free trip for two and Cat-12 VIP Suite onboard the next ShipRocked cruise? Be sure to bring your credit card and raise that hand high as you bid on these unique offerings and more during a very special live charity auction, designed to help raise money for the National Military Family Association, the leading nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of military families.
]]> http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/10/29/theme-days-nights-announced/feed/ 0 Insania Wine Party Onboard ShipRocked to Benefit The National Military Family Association http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/09/11/insania-wine-party-onboard-shiprocked-to-benefit-the-national-military-family-association/ http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/09/11/insania-wine-party-onboard-shiprocked-to-benefit-the-national-military-family-association/#comments Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:18:51 +0000 The Captain http://www.getshiprocked.com/?p=2770 Queensrÿche and Three Rivers Winery will be hosting a private wine tasting and cocktail party for ShipRocked passengers during the cruise this November, to benefit the National Military Family Association. Guests will be able to come and drink Geoff Tate’s signature wine Insania, party with Queensrÿche, and donate to a great cause all at the same time.

ShipRocked passengers who wish to attend this intimate onboard event will need to contact Amy Locati at Three Rivers Winery by phone at 509-526-9463 before the cruise, to make a $20.00 donation in order gain entrance to the event on the ship. Seating is limited to only 400 persons, so please be sure to call Amy right away if you’re interested in attending. Of course you must already be booked on the ShipRocked cruise to enjoy this special event, so be sure to call 1-877-855-5502 for cabin reservations and additional info.

Insania Wine was created by Geoff Tate of Queensrÿche and Three Rivers Winemaker Holly Turner, Insania is a red Bordeaux blend.

View the Wine Spectator article with Geoff Tate

View video from the 2007 Insania bottling in February



]]> http://www.getshiprocked.com/2009/09/11/insania-wine-party-onboard-shiprocked-to-benefit-the-national-military-family-association/feed/ 5