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Sarasota News Leader October 26, 2012 Ukemelee took to the stage first, playing Ha- waiian-style ukulele covers of pop and alterna- tive rock songs, including "Wave of Mutilation" by the Pixies, "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)," most famously recorded by They Might Be Gi- ants and the celebrated "Over the Rainbow" from the soundtrack to the Wizard of Oz. Af- ter another short set from DJ Haile Burke, Villanova Junction brought the evening to an epic close with the band members' driving mix of blues and psychedelic rock, inspiring Page 78 many audience members to seize the day and groove in the sunset. Although mostly everyone at the Beach Bash was enjoying a languid, relaxed afternoon sur- rounded by peers, music and a smorgasbord of diverse dishes, that was not the only reason they were there. Patricia, an attendee of the event who preferred to go simply by her first name, told The Sarasota News Leader that lei- sure was not her primary goal that afternoon. WSLR volunteers and supporters see the Beach Bash as an opportunity to bond and discuss import- ant issues.