The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel’s Yappy Hour Raises Money for Pet Project Foundation


Dana Point, California (PRWEB) November 10, 2011

Bruce Brainerd, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel presented Pet Project Foundation President Sue Walsh with a check for $ 7,500 at the Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour on October 27.

?Yappy Hour is a fantastic example of our mission in hosting events that bring the local community together, but also generate awareness and support for charitable causes,? said Brainerd. ?Since the first Yappy Hour in April, our canine cocktail events have grown in popularity with more than 1,200 guests attending Howl-O-Ween. As a pet-friendly resort, we take great pride in extending our love for canines by supporting compassionate causes such as Pet Project Foundation, whose mission is to enhance the quality of life of all companion animals in a pro-humane manner through compassion, responsibility, education and service,? he added.

The Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest featured 136 contestants dressed as everything from devils, one-eyed-green monsters and sharks to cheerleaders, princesses and pirates. Group entries were also popular with and entry of the Wizard of Oz, the Village People and a family of bees. Winners were awarded in the categories of Scariest, Most Glamorous, and Funniest and, of course, Best in Show, which was a Great Dane by the name of Gunner who was dressed as a zebra. Each winner received a hand-crafted dog bowl by Debbie Carmen and a gift box of wine from Mutt Lynch Winery. Gunner and his human companion also received a Posh Pooch experience at the resort.

Yappy Hour is part of The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel?s Community Footprints program. Community Footprints was created to encourage leadership in volunteerism, fundraising, product donations and mentoring programs at a local level. No project is considered too large or too small. Dedicated Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen provide a wide range of support and services to their community, including fund-raising for local charities, reading to the blind, preparing and serving lunches at homeless shelters, donating books to schools and volunteering at food banks. The Ritz-Carlton Community Footprints stresses that the most important resource is not always money, but time.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel premiered as the first luxury resort along coastal Orange County in August 1984. Today, the resort is a re-imagined surfside retreat that awakens guests? senses with its unique ocean-front setting and remarkable service heritage. The resort is the premiere destination for travelers who desire a playful approach to Southern California luxury. The resort has been the recipient of many awards over the years, but is proud to boast earning AAA Five Diamond status for the 26th year, the longest in California. The resort offers many extraordinary luxury experiences including Raya, 180bl?, The Market Place, Eno, Bar Raya, The Spa and Jean-Michel Cousteau?s Ambassadors of the Environment. For more information or reservations call 800-241-3333, the hotel directly at 949-240-2000, a travel professional or visit the web site at http://www.ritzcarlton.com/laguna.

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Hottest Halloween Costumes for 2007


Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) September 18, 2007

The demand for Halloween costumes, props and accessories is expected to be at an all-time high for 2007. Heather Siegel, Vice President of costume store HalloweenMart has watched the costume industry grow over the past few years and agrees, “The trend for 2007 Halloween costumes is definitely leaning toward movie character costumes, sexy costumes and superhero costumes.” Siegel adds, “While traditional costumes like French maids and pirates consistently rank high on the list of Halloween favorites, each year sees its own costume trends.”

For kids, storybook themes often top Halloween costumes trends lists, but for 2007 there is a definite silver screen influence with ninja costumes, Spiderman and Simpsons costumes expected to lead the list. And with so many blockbuster movies this year, Siegel says, “HalloweenMart is prepared for dramatic sales of Transformer costumes, Captain Jack Sparrow costumes and Shrek costumes.”

In adult costumes, sexy costumes for women have also seen a lot of growth over the last few years, as TV shows like The Girls Next Door increased demand for Playboy costumes. Halloween is when women think its fun and safe to let their alter egos emerge and have fun dressing in French maid costumes, mermaid costumes and pirate wench costumes. But Ms. Siegel says that another Halloween costume trend for women this year is sexy sports-chick costumes, thanks in large part to the ever-growing popularity of Nascar. “You can expect to see ladies in sexy Nascar costumes, referee costumes and even boxer costumes at costume parties nationwide.”

And finally, in adult costumes for men, 2007 trends are all about superheroes. As always, Star Wars costumes and Spiderman costumes top the Halloween costume trends list, but this year you can also expect to see plenty of Superman costumes and 300 character costumes because of the blockbuster movie based on the comic book. And what will men who don’t want to save the planet be for Halloween 2007? Ms. Siegel says “Look for a lot of Elvis impersonators this year.”

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PirateCostumeOnline.com Handpicks Top Rated Toddler Pirate Costumes


San Juan Capistrano, CA (PRWEB) September 12, 2009

Pirate Costume Online announces the launch of a new website focused on taking all the time wasting hassles out of locating, researching, and purchasing a pirate costume for toddlers. This site cuts through all the internet clutter and makes it enjoyable for the parent to deck out their littlest buccaneer with the latest in pirate garb, reviewing every available costume on the market and then hand selecting only those costumes that meet the expectations and demands of parents.

Boy Pirate Costumes can be found in varying styles with notes on what is included in the outfit along with any accessories that would need to be added to complete the ensemble. Girl Pirate Costumes are also reviewed and modesty is considered in the selection process. Interesting facts about pirates are included in each review, giving teachable moments to both the parent and child alike. Pirate Costumes Online provides photographs for each costume so the parent can be certain that the costume is exactly what he or she is looking for.

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“Pirate Costume Online gives parents the ability to quickly find the right pirate costume, at the right price, with the right quality in time for this Halloween season.”

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