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SWFL Soapfest: Charity Weekend; May 17, 18, 2008
Topic Started: Mar 30 2008, 09:19 AM (238 Views)
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The best of daytime television soap stars will return to Marco Island for the 10th year to raise money for charity. On May 17 & 18, actors from All My Children, As The World Turns, General Hospital, and Guiding Light will mingle with Southwest Florida residents and visitors for a weekend of non-stop cruises, parties, and fun – fun – fun.

ACTORS SCHEDULED TO APPEAR (as of March 20th)

ALL MY CHILDREN
Billy Miller (Richie Novak)
Walt Willey (Jackson Montgomery)

AS THE WORLD TURNS
Van Hansis (Luke Snyder)
Jake Silbermann (Noah Mayer)
Dylan Bruce (Chris Hughes)
Justine Cotsonas (Sofie Duran)
Ewa da Cruz (Vienna Hyatt)
Mick Hazen (Parker Snyder)
Billy Magnussen (Casey Hughes)
Marnie Schulenberg (Allison Stewart)

ONE LIFE TO LIVE
Trevor St. John (Todd Manning)

GENERAL HOSPITAL
Sarah Brown (Claudia Zacchara)

GUIDING LIGHT
Paulo Benedeti (ex - Jesse Blue)
Mandy Bruno (Marina Cooper)
Jordan Clarke (Billy Lewis)
Bonnie Dennison (Daisy Lemay)
Michael O’Leary (Dr. Rick Bauer)
Caitlin Van Zandt (Ashlee Wolf)

…the list continues to grow and is subject to schedule changes.

Saturday, May 17th – A Night of Stars – 6:00 pm.

The weekend kicks off in style on Saturday, May 17 at 6PM with an exclusive VIP event, “A Night of Stars”. There will be opportunities for up close and personal time with residents of Springfield, Oakdale, Pine Valley, and Port Charles. Celebrity guests from today’s hottest daytime shows will be available for autograph signing, photos, Q&A, auctions and lots of surprises. This intimate and upscale event always sells out, so tickets should be ordered early. Tickets are $100 per person - includes limited bar and a fabulous buffet created by one of our areas top chefs. Special limited VIP tickets are available at $150.00 and guarantees seating with one of your favorite actors. See Special Ticket Packages at bottom of page.

Special VIP seats are available for $150.00 on a first-come first-serve basis. VIP tickets are limited and guaranty seating with one of your favorite actors.


Saturday, May 17th – Celebrity Bartender Bash

The fun continues later that night with the 4nd annual Celebrity Bartender Bash at Vandy’s 5 Brothers Pizza & Sports Bar. Back by popular demand this Karaoke event will have daytime celebrities singing their hearts out and pouring drinks all night long to raise money for the charities. Tickets are just $40 and includes entertainment and one Blazin’ HOT party. $25 Discounted tickets if combined with tickets to "Night of Stars" event. See Special Ticket Packages at bottom of page.

Sunday, May 18th – Cruisin’ Boozin’ & Schmoozin’

On Sunday, May 18, from noon to 3, it’s an afternoon of Cruisin' Boozin' & Schmoozin' With The Stars on the beautiful Marco Island Princess. This event always sells out and provides the perfect opportunity to mix and mingle with daytime’s best during a sightseeing tour of beautiful Marco Island. There will be opportunities for autographs, photos, raffle prizes and auction items. Cruise tickets for $75.00 are limited and include buffet and entertainment.

Sunday, May 18th – Golfing with the Stars

If cruising isn't your thing and you prefer golf, you can tee-off with one of your favorite actors for a "private" one-on-one game. Imagine playing a round with one of daytime's "hotties"? Spaces are limited and only "serious golfers" wanted. Email soapfest@vsm.net if you’re interested.


Going – Going – Gone!!!

And did we mention auctions? Get ready to bid on some exclusive one-of-a-kind auction items throughout the weekend – including original artwork by actors, studio tours, ticket packages to the Emmy’s, and lunch with your favorite star. You must be there to bid. There will be different items showcased and auctioned off during each event.

This year’s event will benefit several children’s charities, including the Marco Island YMCA theater program, the Art League of Marco Island summer art program, and Eden Florida’s newly opened Eimerman Center. Eimerman provides educational and outreach services for children with autism. Information regarding autism can be found at www.autism-society.org or autismspeaks.org


For additional ticket information email soapfest@vsm.net. Tickets can be purchased online at www.soapfest.com or call the office at 239-394-4559 to make arrangements. Ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

Photos compliments of Sue Coflin, Steve Reynolds, Diana Thomas, Karen Walsh.
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