Today I was a special guest for a fashion show at the Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens! Old Navy and Limited Edition for Her, a nonprofit that provides club kids with professional attire for job interviews, served up wardrobe for this fundraiser event that featured professional models as well as some rising stars from the club itself.
The show kicked off with the Long Island City JROT color guard and club member Danisha Harrell singing "God Bless America." Next a hip hop dance performance from the VBGCQ Dancers and then we were into our first round of fashion. Teresa Ross stepped up between sets to revive her performance of "Don't Rain on My Parade," before the VGBCQ Models stepped up to model Old Navy's latest trends.
I watched all of these talented club members do their thing at this summer's VBGCQ Talent Show. Not only am I thrilled to see them growing their skills, but I am in love with the fact that this club facilitates so many opportunities for these children to share their talents with others. They are creating an environment where every participant can find a way to contribute and be celebrated. A regular flow of positive energy can help children deal with stress and negativity as well as develop self value that will help them reach higher. The environment at this club is exacty what I strive to create with every school and youth program I work with during my year. If we could give children positive schools, positive after-school programs like this one, and positive family and community life...I think we may be able to build a formula that erases bullying and the need for negativity. Lucky for Astoria, we are well on our way.
Congratulations to VBGCQ for a great show and thank you for all you do for the Astoria community! Congratulations to all of today's talented participants, it was so good seeing you again!! So proud!!!
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