Denim & Diamonds for Autism - Auction - Bid Online - Deadline, Saturday, November 1, 2014 @ 11:59 pm

Submit your best offer to:

 daphne@act-today.org

The deadline to submit your best offer for each item is

Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 11:59 pm. 

Only highest bids will be notified on Monday, Nov. 03rd. 
Priority Mail for products & certificates fees will be applied.

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1. The Verandah Resort & Spa, Elite Island

Enjoy a seven-night stay, up to two rooms, at The Verandah Resort & Spa in Antigua. *The winning bidder is required to pay a per person food and beverage supplement that provides all-inclusive status at the selected resort. The supplement charges are $125 per person / per night. Certificate is valid for standard accommodations. Upgraded accommodations, if available, will be at the expense of the winning bidder.  Valid through April 1, 2016, and subject to availability. Additional surcharge will apply December 21-January 3 and February 7-21.
SRV: $2,700.  

2. Big Bear Mountain Retreat for Up to 14

Enjoy a seven-night stay at this 5 bedroom, 3.3 bath Grande Lodge property in Fawnskin with incredible panoramic views of the lake and mountains for up to (14). Valid through November 2015 for a mutually agreed upon date based on availability. No pets.This gorgeous 5000 square foot home has three stories and is great for family entertaining. There are two separate and full kitchens, two living rooms, three fireplaces and a large den. Bedrooms include two bedrooms on the first floor, one with a queen and the other with a full/double. There are also two futon sofas in the fireplace area. The second floor (the main entry) has two bedrooms with a queen bed in each room. The third floor has the master bedroom with a king bed and its own bath. Other amenities include: Poker table, fireplace, four TV's/ DVD player, laundry, dishwasher and charcoal BBQ. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included unless where specified.
SRV: $5000


3. Round of Golf for 4 at the National Golf Management Courses

One round of golf for four (cart fees not included) valid 11/1/14 to 9/30/15 (not available March, April or October). Certificate is valid at ONE of the following courses: Aberdeen Country Club, Arcadian Shores, Grande Dunes Resort, Litchfield Country Club, Long Bay Golf Club, Myrtle Beach national Kings North, Myrtle Beach National South, Myrtle Beach National West, Myrtlewood-Palmetto, Myrtlewood-Pine Hills, Pawleys Plantation, Pine Lakes Country Club, River Club, Waterway Hills, Willbrook Plantation
SRV: $450


4. One Month Unlimited Mixed Martial Arts

One month unlimited membership for any program at our mixed martial arts and fitness school. Camarillo Mixed Martial Arts, CA
SRV $150.

5. Simply Music Lessons for (6)

4 lessons/6 people 
SRV: $140 pp

6. Tisha Walker Private Ice Skating Lessons

(5) 1/2 hour private ice skating lessons, does not include ice time or skate rentals; Simi Valley, CA. Tisha Walker has dedicated more than three decades to the sport of figure skating. And if you browse her accomplishments, it seems as though she hasn't wasted a single day. Tisha was an alternate on the 1992 U.S. Olympic team, as well as a national medalist, an international gold medalist, and a member of the World Team. Instead of letting all that experience go to waste, or using it to start a team of adorable, but ultimately useless ice-skating squirrels, Tisha now helps other skaters learn basic skills or start their own careers on the ice. She offers private lessons to recreational and competitive students, and is flexible enough to teach techniques in other icy activities such as hockey and power skating. 
SRV $200

7. Wave House Athletic Club at Belmont Park, CA

(2) 1 hr Flowrider Comp Cards at Wavehouse. Situated directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, this 30,000 square foot outdoor venue is the perfect place to soak up the San Diego sun. Our unique environment featuring outdoor tiki bars, fire pits, cabanas and tropical palms create the quintessential California beach experience. Relax in our cabanas or catch the sunset from our beachfront bars while you enjoy a cold beer and some delicious eats or stop by to watch some riders get stoked on the world famous FlowBarrel wave machine(and the only one in the United States, might we add).
SRV $40

8. 14K Tahitian Pearl Earrings
SRV $2,000.00

9. 14k Tahitian Pearl Necklace
SRV $6,000.00

10. Fine Art Dog Photography Jesse Freidin Photographer

Fine Art Dog Photography Session and signed 16x20 inch black and white photograph. Minimum bid must be $400. Must be activated within 30 days of auction.
SRV Value $2,000

11. Mary Ann Halpin Photography (Los Angeles)

One photography portrait session in LA or Pine Mountain Club, CA (includes 30 poses, 1 set up, 1-2 hours in length, 1 viewing/order session 1-2 hours) and a 11x14 portrait, signed copy of Fearless Women exp 6/15/15
SRV $650

12. Monica Teurlings Studio Session

Stylish Studio session as well as one 11 x 14 artist portrait; 
SRV $445

13. Michelle Bridges USA Purple Basket
Purple Basket containing Active wear, DVD, books - Size 10 and 12 (Large) 
- Leggings (size 10US/14AU) 
- Black Twofer (size 10US/14AU) 
- Black tank top (size 12US/16AU)
- Sports bra (size 12US/16AU)
- "Total Body Transformation" book 
- Signed copy of "Losing the last 5 kilos" book 
- (2) copies of "Crunch Time" dvd 3-disc set 
- Project Extreme DVD
SRV: $350

14. Michelle Bridges USA Ultra Fitness Basket 

Red Basket containing Active wear, DVD, books - Size 6 and 8 (Medium)
- pink and white sports bra - Size 6US/10AU -
- black shorts (size 6US/10AU) 
- black shorts (size 8US/12AU) 
- Signed copy of "Your Best body" book 
- Signed copy of "Crunch Time" book 
- (2) copies of "Crunch Time" dvd 3-disc set 
- Project Shape-Up DVD
SRV : $350




15. “Gold Dust with Being” 
"Gold Dust wtih Being" original Mixed Media Painting 
SRV $875


16. Starr Children’s Advocacy & Investigative

(2) gift certificates for $500 off Education and Vocational Advocacy from Starr Children's Advocacy and Investigative services, 
Exp. 10/19/15
SRV $500





18. Fitness Classes @ Cardio Barre 

Gift Certificate for 10 classes (valid for Thousand Oaks, CA)
SRV $160







19. Dedra Beauty Set and Lesson

Dedra Be You Beauty Set + 1 hour 1 on 1 Make up Demo Session 
Value Expires 4/19/15
SRV $300







20. Gus Gates Kung Fu & Fitness (Westlake Village, CA) 

Gift Certificate, good for 1 month unlimited fitness or King Fu or Fitness Classes. One certificate per person. 3 Certificates available.
SRV $200/each





21. Trillium Sports Medicine (Calabasas, CA)

Initial Evaluation, Posture Evaluation, (1) Posture training, bio-freeze roll on, and ice pack 
SRV $425

22. Framed Fox Sports Promo Poster 
Framed Fox Sports promo poster "Beyond the Glory" TV series
SRV: Unspecified

23. Sugar Ray Leonard Autographed Boxing Gloves

1 Pair Autographed Boxing Gloves by Sugar Ray Leonard, 
Start bidding at $500
SRV: Priceless











24. Bonnie Frank Painting
Custom painting of your family or pet. 48X36.
SRV: $4,000

25. Cinemills Media Center

One full day of studio time in CMC's Studio A (including grip and lighting), must call to schedule a time and date prior to 11/19/14 (30 days)
SRV: $3500






26. The Alchemy of Beauty

60 Minute Facial with Geneva at Alchemy of Beauty (Santa Barbara, CA). Exp 2-28-15








27. Family 4-Pack to SeaWorld San Diego

4 Adult Passes to SeaWorld San Diego. Exp 3/31/15, blackout dates apply. 
Value $336







28. Chaz Dean Wen Goodie Bag

Wen Fall Apple Spice Hair Products
Retail of Wen products: $180 /  5 bags available






29. Visia Computer Skin Analysis & CC Hyalvuronic Acid Volumizing Filler & Light Stim Therapy by Dr. John Grazer, Newport Beach, CA. 
Expires 1/31/15
Value: $950

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9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism!

ACT Today! Raises Quarter of a Million Dollars For Kids with Autism at 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds

ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment Today!) presented its 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism gala on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village, Calif. The star-studded charity gala raised a over quarter of a million dollars for direct help to children with autism whose families cannot afford the necessary tools their children need to reach their highest potential. This year’s event saw more than 500 guests for a night of giving, hosted by KTLA TV entertainment reporter Sam Rubin with celebrity presenters Magic Johnson, Julie Bowen, Charles Esten, Lennon and Maisy Stella, and Daniel and William Baldwin.

ACT Today!’s legendary fundraiser featured a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, live entertainment and dinner program with special tribute to the 2014 honorees: actress Holly Robinson Peete, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, actor Nolan Gould ("Modern Family"), singer/songwriter Sophie Rose and philanthropist Virginia Viola. Among past ACTivist honorees are actor Joe Mantegna, TV executives Vin Di Bona and Steve Mauldin, and TV host Tom Bergeron. With special performances by ACT Today! grant recipients singer/songwriter Dominque Brown and singer Spencer Harte, dancing with the World of Ballroom Dancers and music provided by The Ventura Jazz Orchestra.

Proceeds from Denim & Diamonds for Autism will provide immediate care and treatment to children with autism, including behavioral therapy, medical treatment, assistive technology, assistance dogs, social skills programs, tuition for special needs schools and assistance to military families with children with autism.

Celebrity guests included actress Julie Bowen ("Modern Family"), NBA champion Earvin "Magic" Johnson (LA Lakers), actors William "Billy" Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin, Atticus Baldwin, son of Daniel Baldwin, actress Holly Robinson Peete, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, actor Nolan Gould ("Modern Family"), singer/songwriter Sophie Rose, actress Amy Yasbeck, actress Haley Pullos ("General Hospital"), actress Tisha Campbell-Martin ("My Wife and Kids", "Martin"), actor Duane Martin ("All of Us"), actress Breanna Yde ("The Haunted Hathaways"), actor Coy Stewart (“Are We There Yet?), lifestyle expert/on-air personality/author Susan Campbell Cross and actor Karan Brar ("Jessie").

The 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism is sponsored by Vin Di Bona Productions, Tolman & Wiker Insurance Services, LLC, Aldebaran SoftBank Group, Burbank Printing, Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc., SMI Concepts, Inc., Jay and Judy Hearst, Nevers, Palazzo, Packard, Wildermuth & Wynner, PC, Puritas Organic Gold, UBS Financial Services, 20th Century FOX Television, Forever Yours, City National Bank, The Shape of Behavior, Meyer, Lineagen, Olson, Lowy & Meyers LLP, Morrie Sage's Universal City Nissan, Lineagen, Isabella Emporium, Private Protective Services, Westlake Magazine, Rage Models, Tito's Handmade Vodka, The Resort at Pelican Hill-Newport Beach, Product Confidential and UnitedHealthcare.

For more information about ACT Today!'s Denim and Diamonds visit: www.denimanddiamondsforautism.net.

Hollywood and Sports Stars Impacted by Autism Join ACT Today! for 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism

Hollywood and Sports Stars Impacted by Autism Join ACT Today! 

for 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism

ACT Today! hosts its 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism gala honoring film, sports, and community activists, October 19th in Westlake Village, Calif. 

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2014 –  ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment Today!) will present its 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism gala on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village, Calif. The star-studded charity gala has raised over $1 million dollars for direct help to children with autism whose families cannot afford the necessary tools their children need to reach their highest potential. This year’s event expects more than 500 guests for a night of giving, hosted by KTLA TV entertainment reporter Sam Rubin with celebrity presenters Magic Johnson, Julie Bowen, Charles Esteen and Stephen, Daniel and William Baldwin. 

ACT Today!’s legendary fundraiser will feature a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, live entertainment and dinner program with special tribute to the 2014 honorees: actress Holly Robinson Peete, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, actor Nolan Gould ("Modern Family"), singer/songwriter Sophie Rose and philanthropist Virginia Viola. Among past ACTivist honorees are actor Joe Mantegna, TV executives Vin Di Bona and Steve Mauldin, and TV host Tom Bergeron.

Proceeds from Denim & Diamonds for Autism will provide immediate care and treatment to children with autism, including behavioral therapy, medical treatment, assistive technology, assistance dogs, social skills programs, tuition for special needs schools and assistance to military families with children with autism. 

Confirmed red carpet guests include: actress Julie Bowen, actress ("Modern Family"), NBA champion Earvin "Magic" Johnson (LA Lakers), actors Stephen Baldwin, William "Billy" Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin, Atticus Baldwin (nephew of Baldwin brothers), actress Holly Robinson Peete, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, former NFL running back Marcus Allen, actor Nolan Gould, ("Modern Family"), actor Charles Esteen ("Nashville"), actress Leah Remini ("Kings and Queens"), actor Jason Priestley ("Beverly Hills 90210"), TV host/model Daisy Fuentes, singer/songwriter Sophie Rose, actress Amy Yasbeck, actress Haley Pullos, ("General Hospital"), actress Tisha Campbell-Martin ("My Wife and Kids", "Martin"), actor Duane Martin ("All of Us"), actress Aubrey Anderson Emmons ("Modern Family") actress Breanna Yde ("The Haunted Hathaways"), lifestyle expert/on-air personality/author Susan Campbell Cross, actor Karan Brar ("Jessie").

The 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism is sponsored by Vin Di Bona Productions, Tolman & Wiker Insurance Services, LLC; Aldebara SoftBank Group, Burbank Printing, Center for Autism and Related Disorders, SMI Concepts; Nevers, Palazzo, Package, Wildermuth & Wynner, PC, Puritas Organic Gold, UBS, 20th Century FOX Television, Forever Yours, City National Bank, The Shape of Behavior, Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers Family Law, Morrie Sage's Universal City Nissan, Isabella Emporium, Private Protective Services, Westlake Magazine, Rage Models, Tito's Handmade Vodka, The Resort at Pelican Hill-Newport Beach, Product Confidential and UnitedHealthcare.

For more information about ACT Today!'s Denim and Diamonds visit: www.denimanddiamondsforautism.net.

Press Contact: Daphne Plump, D. Plump Consulting, pr@dplump.com

RED CARPET MEDIA ALERT - 9th ANNUAL DENIM & DIAMONDS FOR AUTISM, OCT 19

**RED CARPET - MEDIA ALERT**

HOLLYWOOD'S BRIGHTEST COME OUT 

TO INCREASE AUTISM AWARENESS, OCT 19

WHO:

• Julie Bowen, actress ("Modern Family")
• Stephen Baldwin, actor
• William "Billy" Baldwin, actor
• Daniel Baldwin, actor ("Homicide: Life on the Streets")
• ​Atticus Baldwin, nephew of Baldwin brothers, has autism 
• ​Holly Robinson Peete, actress/honoree
• Rodney Peete, former NFL quarterback/honoree
• Alan Thicke, actor ("Growing Pains," "Unusually Thicke")
• Marcus Allen, former NFL running back
• Nolan Gould, actor/honoree ("Modern Family")
• Charles Esteen, actor ("Nashville")
• Sophie Rose, singer/songwriter/honoree
• Amy Yasbeck, actress
• Haley Pullos, actress ("General Hospital")
• Jason Priestley, actor ("Beverly Hills 90210")
• Leah Remini, actress ("Kings and Queens")
• Daisy Fuentes, TV hosts/model
• Tisha Campbell-Martin, actress ("My Wife and Kids", "Martin")
• Duane Martin, actor ("All of Us")
• Aubrey Anderson Emmons, actress ("Modern Family")
• Ariel Winter, actress ("Modern Family")
• Breanna Yde, actress ("The Haunted Hathaways")
• Susan Campbell Cross, Lifestyle Expert/On-Air Personality/Author of The FabYOUList
• Karan Brar, actor Disney's ("Jessie")
• Domonique Brown, has autism, singer/songwriter, Marvin Gaye's great nephew
• Spencer Harte, has autism, singer, first person with autism to sing in LA Opera camp

WHAT:

Autism Care and Treatment Today! (ACT Today!), a national nonprofit organization, will host its 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism ​fundraiser with special tribute to the 2014 honorees actress Holly Robinson Peete, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, actor Nolan Gould, singer/songwriter Sophie Rose and community activist Virginia Viola.​ 

WHEN:​

​Sunday, October 19, 2014

Press Check-In: 3:30 pm (Press Must RSVP By Oct.15)

Press Set Up Completed By:​​ 4:30 pm​

​Red Carpet Arrivals: 5:00 - 6:00 pm​

WHERE:

Four Seasons Hotel 

2 Dole Drive, Westlake Village, 91362

​PRESS CONTACT: 

(MUST HAVE PRESS CREDENTIALS)

Must RSVP by Oct.15 to Daphne@act-today.org

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ADDITIONAL POINTS:

The 9th Annual Denim & Diamonds for Autism will raise much needed funds for direct and immediate care and treatment to children with autism, including access to:

• assistive technology
• behavioral therapy
• medical care
• social skills programs
• access to special needs schools
• basic safety equipment
• assistance dogs
• and assistance to military families with kids with autism

Since the creation of Denim & Diamonds, ACT Today! has given over $1.5 million dollars in care and treatment to children with autism whose families cannot afford the necessary tools their children need to reach their full potential. For more information about the charitable event, please visit: www.DenimAndDiamondsForAutism.net​