“TOP 25 MOMS OF THE YEAR” CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – MOTHERS TO BE HONORED AT 2009 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH WITH THE STARS

HONOLULU, HI (March 31, 2009) – It’s about time mom was honored for having the toughest job in the world! Hawaii Pacific Entertainment is accepting written letters for the “Top 25 Moms of the Year.” In a 500 word essay, entitled “Why I Love My Mom,” tell us why your mom should be honored at the 2009 Mother’s Day Brunch With the Stars on Sunday, May 10th. The contest is open to all ages.

Then, come celebrate mom with music, laughter and good food at this special bash presented by Hawaii Pacific Entertainment, featuring legendary performer Henry Kapono, Hawaii’s very own American Idol Camile Velasco, vocalist Yvonne Elliman, local musician John Cruz and the outrageous comedy of Da Braddahs. Comedian Kaleo Pilanca serves as emcee.

The event is scheduled for Sunday May 10th, 2009. Doors open at 9 a.m., with the buffet beginning at 9:30 a.m. and the concert following at 10 a.m. at the JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko Olina. Mothers will sing along to contemporary selections from popular entertainer Henry Kapono, laugh with Da Braddahs, the popular local comedy kings entertaining Hawaii with their hilarious acts on OC 16’s “Da Braddahs and Friends” and featuring sultry songs from Camile Velasco, smooth vocals from Yvonne Elliman of “Jesus Christ Superstar” fame and acoustic guitar and soulful stylings from local favorite John Cruz.  

Each “Top 25 Moms of the Year” essay winners will receive one complimentary admission to the event, be recognized with a photo with the Stars, and receive a bouquet of flowers.  One winner will walk away with a one-night stay at the JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko Olina. The deadline to submit the essay is Thursday, April 30th.

The top 25 essays will be posted on the Hawaii Pacific Entertainment website and published in the concert’s program guide with a photo of mother and family. Please submit all essays to www.hawaiipacificentertainment.com.

A scrumptious breakfast brunch is being prepared exclusively for Mother’s Day, featuring fresh Ihilani field green salad with dressing, succulent grilled chicken teriyaki, fresh island catch, carved roasted kalua pig, seasonal fresh vegetables, fried rice, eggs, Portuguese sausage, crispy bacon, breakfast pastries, delicious desserts, and more.

Make Mother’s Day magical for your mom! The 2009 Mother’s Day Brunch with the Stars concert will be held at JW Marriott Ihilani Resort at Ko Olina on May 10, 2009.
Priority offer for HPE Fan Club members: Get priority seating by buying your pre-sale tickets starting Friday, April 3rd at 9 a.m. on www.ticketmaster.com and enter password: STARS.

Tickets are available for $85 per person and children 12-years-old and under are half price. Golden circle tickets are available for $125 per person.  If you purchase an entire table, you’ll receive a bouquet of flowers. To purchase tickets, call the JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko Olina at (808) 679-3373, log onto www.ticketmaster.com or charge by phone (800) 745-3000. For event information call (808) 237-3675.