Local leaders prepare to hit the runway for Mothers and Babies Fashion Gala
Mothers and Babies Perinatal Network is hosting its 11th annual Fashion Gala at the Double Tree Hotel in Downtown Binghamton on May 1. The gala is the organization's biggest fundraiser every year. This year, with the goal of raising $50,000.
Several local public figures will be the models, including the Broome County District Attorney, SUNY Broome's president, and even the Rumble Ponies.
Executive Director of Mothers and Babies Alicia Beekman says if you've never been to a fashion show before, this is a great one to start with.
'So, the participants don't have to dress up very fancy, but our models do. And what makes this a great community event, it is really the buy in from the community stores, the community members who are the models, and then all of the community vendors that are here. So, it is really pulling everybody together and we really just have a great time,' said Beekman.
The show will run from 5:30 to 8:30 on Thursday May 1.
Tickets are $40. To purchase, click here.
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