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Brides to Be…See you at With This Ring Bridal Gala
Brides, it is the time of year once again to bring your groom…wedding party…family to check out what is new in the Wedding Market. With This Ring…Bridal Gala takes place this Sunday, February 5th at Westerner Park and is an opportunity for brides-to-be to meet with the amazing wedding professionals under one roof and create your dream wedding. Everything from gowns, tuxedos, flowers, cakes, photographers, djs, travel specialists, limos, hair, makeup, fitness and so much more. The chance to compare in one location, book appointments to discuss possibilities, secure wedding bookings for your special date, taste cake, get lots of information, watch gowns on stage and just to have a wonderful day with whoever you bring along. Doors open at 10 am and the show runs until 4:30 pm. Fashion shows are at 11:30 and 2:30 with the many prize draws following the second fashion show. Winners of major prizes MUST be in attendance.
Chances to win include: -AN ALL INCLUSIVE HONEYMOON PACKAGE valued at $4000 and including air fare and transfers at the SANDOS CARACOL RESORT & SPA in the Mayan Riviera from ROCK-IT TRAVEL WEDDINGS -Grand Prize Package, Groom’s Room Prize from ON THE MARK PRODUCTIONS, Door prizes from all participants, some booth draws and more
The first 150 brides will receive a Super Swag Bag. Guys and gals can hang out in the Groom Room and have memory pictures in ON THE MARKS PHOTO BOOTH and there is a super Rat Rod in the fashion show room that will be a great place to have a picture as well.
Enjoy the interactive components of the Spring Show…Tour the limos from ARROW LIMO and have a dance lesson with ACDA on the dance floor. Enjoy your lunch in the wedding atmosphere tent from PARKLAND PARTY and hear informational presentations by LA PETITE JAUNE FLEUR and ROCK-IT TRAVEL and more on the Presentation Stage.
Be sure to view the decorated tables and pick your favorite. The public will vote on the winners of the Best Designed Table.
The BIG 105 BRIDAL BATTLE for the $7500 Wedding Package will take place on the fashion stage at about 1:30pm. All 20 on-air qualifying Brides will take part till the champion bride is declared. The prize is full of amazing wedding items from ARROW LIMO, BLACK KNIGHT TUXEDOS, HOLIDAY INN SOUTH, ON THE MARK, ONE BRIGHT DAY PHOTOGRAPHY, PARKLAND PARTY, CALYX FLORAL DESIGNS, WESTERNER PARK and WITH THIS RING. Come join in the fun.
Get your advance tickets for $10 at Black Knight Tuxedos, Hudsons Bay, Novia Mia Bridal or online at bridalgala.ca. Tickets are $15 at the door. See you at WESTERNER PARK this Sunday. Wear some comfy shows…It’s going to be a great day.
Community
100+ Women Who Care Red Deer celebrates 10th season in 2025 with new leadership
L to R: Cindy Jefferies, Susan Knopp, Lane Tomalty, Bre Fitzpatrick
Photo credit: The SnapHappy Photographer
After a decade of leadership under Cindy Jefferies and Susan Knopp, 100+ Women Who Care Red Deer (100+ WWCRD) is proud to celebrate 10 years of supporting local charities and the announcement of Bre Fitzpatrick and Lane Tomalty as its new co-leaders. This marks an exciting new chapter for the group, which has made a significant impact on not-for-profit organizations in Central Alberta.
Cindy and Susan have led 100+ WWCRD with vision, dedication, and a commitment to empowering women to lead and inspire change. Under their stewardship, the organization has raised over $630,000 for local charities by hosting 4 annual 1-hour meetings. Since 2015, more than 36 local charities have received funding through the group.
Reflecting on their tenure, Cindy and Susan stated:
“Leading 100 Women has been an honour and a privilege. When we began this journey, we didn’t know where it would go – we simply loved the simple, elegant, and fun ‘100 Who Care’ concept and thought it was a great fit for our community. We are grateful to the many women who have stood with us. They are the magic of the organization! We are confident Bre and Lane will steward this leadership role well and we look forward to supporting it – just not from behind the microphone!”
Bre and Lane bring a dynamic energy and fresh perspective to the organization. Both have been involved with the group and have been mentored by Susan and Cindy over the past year. They are eager to continue the collaboration, connection, and local support this team of women have established in Red Deer.
In their joint statement, Bre and Lane shared:
“We are humbled to step into this role and build on the incredible foundation Cindy and Susan have laid. Many needs are at the doorstep of our community and in the hearts and minds of our members. We know a powerful, caring, and united group of individuals can play a huge role in driving change and breaking barriers.
To celebrate this milestone and leadership transition, the 100+ WWCRD hosted the final meeting of 2024 on November 25th at the Red Deer Golf and Country Club. The evening featured reflections from Cindy and Susan, the selection of the Salvation Army as the charity of choice, an opportunity for members to connect with Bre and Lane as they outline their vision for the organization’s next chapter, and a toast to 10 years.
For more information, please visit www.100womenreddeer.ca
About 100+ Women Who Care Red Deer
100+ Women Who Care Red Deer is a network of compassionate, empowered, and dedicated women who make a direct, immediate, and positive impact in Red Deer and area. We support local non-profit and charitable organizations that work every day to make our community a better place to live. 100% of funds donated go to the selected charities – there are no
administration fees, and all costs are covered by the generosity of sponsors. Collectively, we make a difference.
The group meets 4 times annually for 1 hour. Non-profit and charitable organizations are nominated by members. After hearing 3 randomly drawn pitches, the members vote to select their top choice. The group with the highest number of votes receives the members’ donations. Each member or team commits to donating $100 at each meeting. Since 2015, the average raised has been more than $15,000 per meeting.
Membership is open to all women In Red Deer and area. We invite you to join us! The first meeting of 2025 will be on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Founded in February 2015, the organization currently has about 150 members. We are committed to uniting this powerful group of 100+ women who care and lifting the amazing non-profits and charitable groups they support.
Community
Festival of Trees tickets on sale! Update from the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation
Festival of Trees tickets are on sale now! Get ’em while they’re hot!
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