‘Project Pink’ this weekend, pageants/raffle set
The 17th Annual “Project Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness Event will be held this weekend on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Rayne Civic Center by ladies of Preceptor Alpha Chi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi.
As announced by chairperson Theresa Prather, this year’s event will be dedicated in the memory of Mrs. Barbara P. Spaetgens, who lost her battle with breast cancer many years ago. A personal invitation is extended to all breast cancer survivors to attend the event. Bring your “PINK” hats all decorated for judging. Prizes will be awarded.
Raffle tickets are currently on sale for the “ANGEL OF HOPE” 12” Seraphim Angel valued at $175. This is a numbered, limited edition sculpted and delicately hand painted angel. She wears a pink ribbon and sash to represent the commitment to bringing the world closer to a cure. The winner will have a choice between the angel or $150 cash. There will also be numerous other prizes given in the raffle, along with door prizes and a silent auction.
The 7th annual “Miss Project Pink” pageant will also be held during the day’s activities. The Queens will hold titles for a year and their primary responsibility will be to inform others throughout the state about “Project Pink” and invite others to participate in this well-known breast cancer awareness event. Door admission is $5 for adults, $3 school age with 4-years and under free.
The “Children’s Categories” (those younger than 13) will begin with registration at 9 a.m. and competition will begin at 9:30 a.m. The attire will be sportswear. Entry fee for these age groups will be $40 prior registration and $50 at the door. Children’s categories are as follows:
Baby Project Pink (0 – 11 months; T’Nincy Project Pink (12 – 23 months); Toddler Project Pink (2 years); Tiny Project Pink (3 – 4 years); Petite Project Pink (5 – 6 years); Little Project Pink (7 – 9 years); Deb Project Pink (10 – 12 years).
Senior categories (those over 13 years old) will begin with registration at 1 p.m. and competition will begin at 1:30 p.m.. The attire will be formal wear. The competition will NOT have an interview and WILL include stage presentation ONLY. Entry fee for these age groups will be $50 prior registration and $60 at the door. The senior categories are as follows:
Junior Project Pink (13 -14 years); Teen Project Pink (15 – 16 years); Miss Project Pink (17 – 23 years); Ms. Project Pink (24 – 39 years); Lady Project Pink (40 years and over).
An optional “Photogenic Award” will also be available in each category. Those wishing to participate need to submit a photo and a $5 fee per photo during proper registration periods.
Custom crowns featuring “Pink Breast Cancer Ribbon” will be awarded in each category.
For pageant inquires, contact Marlene 334-4470, Theresa 457-8570, Allyson 337-654-0804. Pageant entry forms are available by email: ProjectPinkPageant@yahoo.com.