March 27: CHANCE Benefit Fashion Show set
Frances Cunningham, long-time emcee for the Miss Cumberland County Fairest of the Fair Pageant, will narrate the fashion show. Other special guests being scheduled are harpist Phillip Swann and Billy Sans duo.
The parade of fashions will feature casual and business attire for spring and summer. Being modeled by 100 local talent, the audience will also view prom gowns, bridal and evening wear, children’s and men’s clothing.
“Guest pampering is a specialty of the production staff for the fashion show,” Bennett said. “From the moment guests arrive at the Holiday Inn, they will be pampered by special valet parking. Park at UCHRA’s Central Office located at 3111 Williams Enterprise Drive, behind Gondola’s, and enjoy being whisked away to the Holiday Inn and escorted to the front door.”
“No parking or traffic to worry about at this event,” proclaimed Rebecca Christian, UCHRA transportation director. “Relax and leave the driving to us.”
While waiting for the event to begin, guests may browse and buy some of the finest goods and services in the region, from Easter baskets to jewelry and photography.
Guests will enjoy a Southern-style Tea prepared by Lakeside Food Service, utilizing its legendary waiters and the Kappa Alpha Fraternity from Tennessee Tech University.
In addition to the fun the event provides for all involved, it will benefit the adolescents at CHANCE Residential Centers.
“Proceeds from the show will be used to furnish a fire extinguisher system for the boys and girls homes, classroom and curriculum supplies, and clothing for the youth,” Bennett noted. “Without the generosity from the communities of the region, we would not be able to provide CHANCE residents the opportunities they deserve to become productive members of their respective communities.”
Tickets are available at any Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency office for $20. All proceeds benefit CHANCE Residential Centers for Boys and Girls.