Key Facts
- Event
- Fashion show fundraiser
- Date
- Sunday, Oct. 18
- Venue
- DoubleTree by Hilton, 600 Wildflower Drive, Wilkes-Barre
- Ticket price
- $30 (pre-admission)
- Last day for ticket sales
- Tuesday, Oct. 13
- Beneficiary
- Wyoming Valley Women’s Club Annual Scholarship Program
Background
The Wyoming Valley Women’s Club, a community organization in northeastern Pennsylvania, is preparing for its upcoming fashion show fundraiser. Members and models recently gathered at Hummus and Honey in Kingston to finalize plans for the event, which supports the club’s Annual Scholarship Program for seniors from local high schools who plan to attend higher education institutions.
The fashion show is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 18, at the DoubleTree by Hilton, located at 600 Wildflower Drive off Route 115 in Wilkes-Barre. The event will feature a luncheon and a fashion show, with doors opening at noon and lunch served at 1 p.m.
Current Situation
Pre-admission tickets are priced at $30 and are currently available for purchase. The cost includes both the luncheon and the fashion show. The last day for ticket sales is Tuesday, Oct. 13. Tickets must be purchased before the event and will not be available at the door.
In addition to the fashion show, tickets will be sold for baskets of prizes donated by area businesses and members of the Wyoming Valley Women’s Club. Several local boutiques will provide accessories and outfits for the models, including Buka in Shavertown, My Sister’s Closet and Rumor Has It in Luzerne, and Woman’s Boutique and Consignment in Mountain Top.
The models for the fundraiser are Gayle Delano Slezak, Colleen Mattey, Cathy Beretski, and Kathleen Handley. To purchase a ticket, individuals can call Cindy Mitchell at 570-709-8653.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Fashion show fundraiser |
| Date | Sunday, Oct. 18 |
| Venue | DoubleTree by Hilton, 600 Wildflower Drive, Wilkes-Barre |
| Ticket price | $30 |
| Last day for ticket sales | Tuesday, Oct. 13 |
| Doors open | Noon |
| Lunch served | 1 p.m. |
| Contact for tickets | Cindy Mitchell at 570-709-8653 |
Impacts
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Wyoming Valley Women’s Club Annual Scholarship Program, which supports seniors from local high schools who are planning to attend higher education institutions. The funds raised could help multiple students pursue their educational goals, depending on the total amount collected.
Local businesses that donated prize baskets or provided clothing and accessories may gain community recognition and customer goodwill. Attendees will receive a luncheon and fashion show experience in exchange for their ticket purchase, while the club members and volunteers contribute their time to organize the event.
Future Outlook
Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.
If ticket sales meet expectations, the scholarship program could receive a significant boost, enabling the club to award more or larger scholarships to local students. However, if sales fall short, the amount available for scholarships may be reduced, and the club might need to consider alternative fundraising efforts.
The success of this event may also influence whether the club organizes similar fundraisers in the future. Should the fashion show prove popular, it could become an annual tradition, providing ongoing support for students. Conversely, if attendance is low, the club might explore different formats or venues for future events.
As the event date approaches, the club will likely monitor ticket sales closely. If the Oct. 13 deadline passes with unsold tickets, the club may need to adjust its plans or promote last-minute sales, though tickets will not be available at the door.
Source: citizensvoice.com
