Fashion For A Fraction Benefits Salvation Army Thursday

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

To celebrate National Salvation Army Week, The Salvation Army is rolling out the red carpet for Fashion For A Fraction on Thursday from 6–9 p.m. at Hamilton Place Mall.  The event emcee, Ken Nicholson of WCRB’s Trends on 3, will be entertaining and energizing the crowd as customers are pampered through the evening.

Fashion for a Fraction is a "chic, stylish shopping event" sponsored by Hamilton Place Mall and Blush Magazine benefiting The Salvation Army’s Family Store.  Savvy shoppers can purchase a $5 coupon book that includes exclusive store discounts at Hamilton Place Mall.   In addition, customers can donate gently used items such as clothing, furniture, appliances and toys to The Salvation Army at the Hamilton Place Mall Food Court entrance from 6–9 p.m. on Thursday.

“Hamilton Place Mall is always looking for ways to give back to charitable organizations.  So, why not do it in a fun and fashionable way,” said Catharine Wells of Hamilton Place Mall.   Attendees also will enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres by The Salvation Army’s Culinary School, facials by Sephora, massages by Bath & Body Works, and musical entertainment by Chattanooga’s own Holly McCormack.

The Salvation Army Family Store generates financial support for The Salvation Army’s Social Services and spiritual community programs. 

For more information or to purchase a coupon book, visit www.csarmy.org or contact Sharica Smallwood-Ware at 756-1023.


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