Hollywood & Highland Center and One Heartland Present 'Holiday of Hope' Tree-Lighting Celebration and Benefit Saturday, November 28th

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 9 /PRNewswire/ --

    What:         Bringing families all over Los Angeles to the heart of
                  Hollywood, Hollywood & Highland Center and One Heartland
                  host an evening filled with musical entertainment by Mitchel
                  Musso ("Hannah Montana," Disney Recording Artist), Kimberley
                  Locke ("American Idol"), Michael Johns ("American Idol") and
                  I'm OK You're OK (Universal Music Group Recording Artist),
                  among other guests, an appearance by Santa Claus and the
                  lighting of the Holiday Tree in Central Courtyard.

                  Guests are also invited to support One Heartland, an
                  organization committed to improving the lives of children
                  impacted by HIV/AIDS, by attending a private pre-reception
                  with ticket prices starting at $50 or through sponsorship of
                  one of the 30,000 lights on the 35-foot high Holiday Tree.

                  Kids are invited to get creative by decorating an ornament,
                  button or holiday cookie at the Ralph's
                  Decoration Station.  Delicious holiday treats
                  including hot cocoa and coffee will be served
                  along with goodies provided by Lifeway Foods.
                  Photos with Santa will round out the evening.

    Reception     To truly make it a "Holiday of Hope" for disadvantaged
    and Benefit:  children across the U.S., guests are invited to purchase
                  tickets to an intimate pre-reception featuring a meet-n-
                  greet with and private performances by Mitchel Musso,
                  Kimberley Locke and Michael Johns, among others.

                  Tickets for the entire family are on sale now
                  at www.oneheartland.org or by calling
                  1-800-724-HOPE (4673).

    When:         SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2009

                  5:00 PM   Holiday of Hope Benefit
                            Benefit featuring Intimate Performances by Mitchel
                            Musso, Kimberley Locke, Michael Johns and I'm
                            Ok You're Ok
                            Level 3 Event Space

                  6:30 PM   Tree Lighting Celebration
                            Central Courtyard


    Who:          Mitchel Musso ("Hannah Montana," Disney Recording Artist)
                  Kimberley Locke ("American Idol" finalist)
                  Michael Johns ("American Idol" finalist)
                  I'm OK You're OK (Universal Music Group Recording Artist)
                  Robbie Amell ("True Jackson, VP," "Scooby-Doo! The Mystery
                   Begins")
                  Italia Ricci (Comedy Central's "Secret Girlfriend")
                  Santa Claus
                  Special Guests (To Be Announced)

    Where:        HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER
                  6801 Hollywood Blvd. (corner of Hollywood Blvd. and
                   Highland Avenue)
                  Hollywood, California

More About One Heartland:
Since 1993, One Heartland, formerly Camp Heartland, has provided hope, community, laughter, partnership, joy, and educational experiences to thousands of children and families impacted by HIV/AIDS, poverty, and loss. We believe that every child, no matter where they are or their circumstances, deserves to live a life filled with dignity, self worth, support, nurturing, and love . One Heartland provides a variety of year-round programs for children living with HIV/AIDS: serves additional marginalized populations through its Heartland Partners program: reaches young people at risk for HIV infection with AIDS awareness initiatives; and addresses the worldwide AIDS pandemic through its Global Heartland program. In addition to their programs offered throughout the United States, in partnership with Los Angeles charity Hollywood Heart, One Heartland operates two annual camp sessions in Malibu for children and teenagers affected by HIV/AIDS, poverty and other significant challenges. For more information visit www.oneheartland.org.