The long running Sandcastle Ball once dubbed as “IB’s social event of the year,” will not take place this year as the Boys & Girls Club of Imperial Beach have refocused their time in other directions. According to Shirley Nakawatase, Sun & Sea festival Co-Chair, the annual Friday night celebration will not be replaced by any other event, “We love the Sandcastle Ball and even though it won’t take place this year, we are determined to make sure that we plan for a 2020 Sandcastle Ball; even if that means partnering with other IB businesses or organizations to get it done. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the 2020 event, please reach out to the Sun and Sea Committee after this year’s Sun & Sea Festival.