Thinkin' Pink event seeks sponsors and contestants

Cindy Brochu, left, and Robin Thomas from Red Barn Barbecue proved sometimes it’s ok to stare as they wore bras covered in a half rack of ribs.

The 2nd Annual Thinkin' Pink event is still accepting vendors and contestants for the upcoming event which will be held on Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The event is sponsored and presented by the Santa Rosa Clean Community System and will benefit American Cancer Society breast cancer awareness and local patient services. and will be held on the southeast corner of Berryhill and Stewart Street, across from the Chamber of Commerce, and just north of Highway 90 in Milton. It is also part of the 9th Annual Beaches to Woodlands Tour. A bra decorating contest will be held in conjunction with the Thinkin' Pink activities. Women are encouraged to decorate a bra with a theme or in memory or honor of a loved one. Entry fee is $10 or if you raise a minimum of $50 in donations by "showing off your bra" there is no entry fee. First, second and third place winners will be awarded as well as a "Show Award" for the person who raises the most in donations over $200. A reception for those entering will also be held. All four winners will win hotel stays along the Gulf Coast! Individuals, groups, organizations and businesses are invited to participate the day of the event. Arts, crafts, jewelry, candles and more will be available. Booth spaces are $25 and are 10' x 10' in size. Entry forms are available via email or you can stop by the Clean Community's Green-Up Nursery, 6758 Park Ave, just east of Milton High School, Tuesday through Saturday, between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The SRCC office phone is 623-1930. For more information on the event, bra contest entry form or vendor form, email thinkinpinksrcc@aol.com. Deadline for entering the event is Oct. 9.

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