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Kentucky-derby Themed Hatwalk Fundraiser Celebrates Mother's Day In High Style While Helping Commu
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Non-profit volunteer-vacation organization T.R.I.P. (Travel. Rebuild. Inspire. Progress.)
announces its second annual fundraiser, the Derby Brunch Hatwalk®, convening metro
Atlanta's mothers, girlfriends, sisters and aunts for a high-style, hat affair. The event features
Celebrity Emcee Shirley Strawberry, co-host of
The Steve Harvey Morning Show
and author of
The Strawberry Letter-Real Talk, Real Advice, Because Bitterness Isn't Sexy
. The Derby Brunch Hatwalk is one of the primary fundraisers supporting T.R.I.P.'s mission in
connecting professionals through volunteer-vacation excursions designed to help rebuild and
revitalize distressed African-American communities across the U.S.
Shirley Strawberry
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Kentucky-derby Themed Hatwalk Fundraiser Celebrates Mother's Day In High Style While Helping Commu
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This year's event is being held Mother's Day weekend, Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Villa
Christina at Perimeter Summit from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Attendees will
enjoy a day of exquisite food choices, live jazz music, fashion and fun, including prizes awarded
for the most creative hat.
"The Derby Brunch Hatwalk is an opportunity for women of all walks of life to come together in
the true spirit of sisterhood, style and service," says Corliss Hill, Co-Founder and Executive
Director of T.R.I.P. "This ladies affair is a fantastic way to meet new friends and service-minded
women while looking fabulous for a cause dedicated to revitalizingcommunities in despair here
in Atlanta and across the country." Attendees will enjoy a variety of Kentucky Derby-inspired
experiences while relishing in the beautiful ambiance of the Villa Christina venue. Derby Brunch Hatwalk tickets include such highlights as:
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Live music from jazz ensemble "Sol Factor Band"
Welcome Cocktail Reception in the Garden
Delicious Buffet Lunch
Shopping Marketplace with local vendors
Commemorative Souvenir Photo
Door Prizes
Hatwalk Giveaway
Complimentary Valet Parking
Launched in November 2006, T.R.I.P. began when childhood friends Corliss Hill and Tabeier
S.Hamilton invited a group of their family and friends to travel with them to
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Kentucky-derby Themed Hatwalk Fundraiser Celebrates Mother's Day In High Style While Helping Commu
Written by Administrator
Sunday, 01 April 2012 19:35 - Last Updated Sunday, 01 April 2012 19:51
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