ATLANTA - August 11, 2008 - Expect a few "skeletons in the closet" to shake, rattle and roll when one of Atlanta's trendiest venues becomes home to the city's signature Halloween party for adults.

Jerusalem House's Halloween Bash ‘08, Skeletons in the Closet, is expected to draw more than 500 partygoers – many of them decked out in extravagant costumes – for Atlanta’s premier Halloween celebration Friday, October 24, 2008 at The Foundry at Puritan Mill in Midtown.

Following last year’s runway costume showcase, the Bash will feature a spectacular live costume contest with the chance for costumed partygoers to strut their stuff for a panel of celebrity judges and win prize packages.

"After an intense political season, I know everyone is going to be curious if there are any skeletons left in anyone's closet - but we know the Jerusalem House Halloween Bash will provide more stunners than ever," said Charles Mayfield, event chair for the party. "From the great locale to the outrageous costume contest, we're really going to show people how a grassroots effort can pay off for the Jerusalem House residents."

The event also features food by Dennis Dean Catering, premium beverages, music, dancing, a raffle and lots of surprises. The party is the signature special event fundraiser for AIDS housing charity Jerusalem House.

The event will be held from 8:00 pm to midnight at The Foundry at Puritan Mills, 916 Lowery Boulevard, Atlanta. Patron tickets are $100 for general admission and $125 for VIP admission; VIP packages including additional benefits are available for $350. Tickets can be purchased by calling (404) 350-1633, at jerusalemhouse.org or by contacting the organization's event line at bash@jerusalemhouse.org.

Making the event possible this year is platinum sponsor The Home Depot; gold sponsors Primerica and WETbar Atlanta; and silver sponsors Coalition America, Solvay Pharmaceuticals, and Surber, Barber, Choate and Hertlein Architects. Event also made possible by Beck, Gifford, Hillegass, and Ingwersen, LLP., Midtown Community Bank, Seyfarth Shaw, LLP, and The Hertz Family Foundation.

The funds raised will be used to continue providing quality housing and supportive services to homeless men, women and children infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. Jerusalem House operates three programs: The Program for Adults serves single men and women with AIDS; The Family Program serves single mothers who are HIV+ and their children; and both single individuals and families are served through the Scattered Site Program. Jerusalem House provides over 50% of the permanent supportive housing designated for Atlanta's homeless population with HIV/AIDS. More information about the program can be found at www.jerusalemhouse.org.

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