A thrift store fashion show is returning for the second year, promising to be even bigger and better than before.
The Iola Senior Citizens Inc., which runs a thrift store will present its Annual Fashion Show from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Creitz Recital Hall in the Bowlus Fine Arts Center.
Models will walk the runway wearing the latest in thrift store fashion — that is, clothing on sale at the thrift store. Attendees can place bids on the items or come out later and shop at the store at 223 N. State St.
Models are local residents who range in age from 2 to 73.
The event will also feature a raffle and silent auction.
All money raised will go to the thrift store.
“This is a yearly fundraiser that helps us with our grounds,” Dimity Lowell, who serves on the organization’s board, said. “Last year, it helped us finish the new addition. This year, it will help us with fencing and to beautify the grounds.”
Last year’s event raised $600. This year, the goal is $1,000.
This year’s event was moved to the Bowlus to better highlight the models and support the fine arts facility. Admittance is on the east side.
There is no charge to attend but a free-will donation is requested.
Students from Miss Chelsea’s Dance Studio will perform solos as part of the entertainment.
Raffle tickets will be sold until 3:45 p.m.
“This year, we have great prizes,” Lowell said.
Raffle prizes include four tickets to the Kansas City Zoo, a Bark Box worth $45, tickets to “Little Shop of Horrors” in Kansas City, tickets to a concert at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City, and tickets to Urban Air Adventure Park.
A silent auction also will be offered.
