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Winter Wonderland Fashion Show & Luncheon Tickets Now Available! Marching Into The Holidays; A Nutcracker Extravaganza

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Philanthropic evening supports children and adults with disabilities

 

San Diego, CALIF- The Arc of San Diego is thrilled to announce our annual Winter Wonderland Fashion Show & Luncheon, on Friday, December 6, 2024, at the prestigious US Grant Hotel. This year’s enchanting theme, “Marching Into the Holidays; A Nutcracker Extravaganza,” promises a spectacular celebration of fashion, festivity, and philanthropy.

Renowned style personality Leonard Simpson will present an exquisite runway show, showcasing the latest holiday fashions. Guests will also enjoy a delightful holiday shopping boutique and a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting The Arc of San Diego’s life-changing programs for individuals with disabilities.

We are honored to have Dr. Howard and Barbara Milstein as our Honorary Chairs, alongside our dedicated event chairs: Maria Stanley, Laura Applegate, Cici Drummond, Erica Ram, Malissa Sanfilippo, and Jenny Seligmann. The Honorary Committee includes Dee Ammon, Marla Black, Vicki Eddy, Arlene Esgate, Judi Gottschalk, Danica Grimm, Daran Grimm, Susan Italiane-Leonard, Roxi Link, Christina Maggiora, Cheryl Mitchell, Ludvina Nevarez, Micki Olin, Angelica Palmerin, Gloria Parker, Kristi Pieper, Sandy Redman, Barbie Spinazzola, Kathryn Vaughn, Natalie Walter Jones and Maggie Watkins.

Winter Wonderland is on Friday, December 6, 2024 at The US Grant Hotel (326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101). Doors open at 10:00 a.m. with Check-In, Holiday Shopping Boutique, and Silent Auction followed by the Luncheon, Live Auction and Fashion Show at 12 noon. Guests will have the opportunity to support The Arc of San Diego while shopping at local boutiques and bidding on alluring auction items. Proceeds help The Arc of San Diego continue providing essential life services such as day training, employment, and residential living services to more than 2,000 children and adults with disabilities.

This event is sponsored by wonderful businesses and local philanthropists. Our Gold Sponsors are Dr. Howard & Barbara Milstein, Silver Sponsors are Leo & Emma Zuckerman and Susan J. Fuller, and Bronze Sponsors include San Diego Foundation, Mutual of America Financial Group, and Foster & Pamela Beckett Stahl.

Celebrate this holiday season in style by showcasing the finest attire and contributing to a worthy cause. Experience the joy of giving as you support children and adults with disabilities. After all, it is fashionable to be philanthropic!

Join us for an afternoon filled with high fashion and exquisite dining, all in support of a wonderful cause. VIP Platinum Tickets are available for $200 and Gold Tickets are available for $150. Guests have the chance to sponsor a client to attend this event for just $150. Sponsorship Opportunities and tables of 10 are also available. To make reservations or for more information, call (619) 795-4186 or email Jennifer.

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About Leonard Simpson

Leonard G. Simpson is a premier producer of fashion shows and other high-profile entertainment projects in Los Angeles and New York. He is a well-known television style host and has appeared at the Oscar’s live on the red carpet with ABC. He is also the creator of Fashion Forward, an internationally known fashion production company.