Teddy Bears and Marines on VIP List @ Here Lounge

When a tipster texted in Lauren Conrad (Laguna H.S.-CA'04, FIDM '?) shopping at Urban Outfitters on Melrose Saturday afternoon, he didnt tell us she was trying on a teddy bear.

The bear ate too many of the abundant Dove Chocolates to fit in the box.

"Not your average gay" Woody Woodbeck (Life & Style Mag 'current) moved his annual NYC soiree to Hollywood for the first time. A localite/socialite/industry crowd  of gays/straights/ Lauren Conrads - and field reporter Pepper - attended the "It's a Woody Christmas" benefit at Here Lounge in West Hollywood Saturday night (13 Dec).

Pepper filtered this report through peppermint schnapps fueled memories:

Right ahead of me, Lauren Conrad (above, with the host) arrived with a friend . She took photos with a charity Marine and dropped off a toy she brought herself to donate to Toys for Tots. (A cuddly teddy bear). She spent most of her time talking with Woody in a VIP type cabana. Nick (Verreos) from Project Runway was there too. (I think I once saw him on The Hills as a guest professor at FIDM during one of those 80 seconds she was actually in school).

One thing that caught my eye was Lauren's clique thumbing through a Jonas Brothers magazine and laughing. They didn't seem drunk, so it looked like some inside joke not meant for those without cabana, unlimited sponsored Patron, or a fashion black card.

Pepper spilled shots on her camera, so photos Courtesy:BrianPix

Wilmer Valderrama Hosting "Night of Spirits" Benefit for LA Chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association - This Saturday

The equation "L.A." + "Weekend" = "Good Clean Fun" doesn't always balance, but please reconsider this upcoming weekend for a worthy cause with outstanding company.

Wilmer Valderrama is hosting this year's "Night of Spirits" benefitting the Los Angeles Chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association

Saturday, July 26, 2008

8:00 p.m.

944 Magazine and Alessi Gallery at The Sunset

8560-8570 W. Sunset Blvd.

West Hollywood, CA 90069

Event hostess and FoTCN Jill Wilderman (Young Hollywood.com 'current) says, "My brother was diagnosed at 18 months old and has been confined to a wheelchair from the disease. He is one of the most intelligent and talented people I know, not to mention being a brilliant artist."

Put the tax deductible price of the tickets in perspective of the cost of a controlled substance you're likely to engage in during the weekend anyways, and its an easy call. “We are so thrilled to have Wilmer Valderrama (Point Place H.S. - WI '70s, Fox '03) hosting the event. We know that he will bring out a great 'Young Hollywood' crowd. Pun maybe intended.

Even if your star doesnt shine bright enough to land on their site (yet), you can purchase advance tickets here or by calling (310) 390-6802. Do a mitzvah.