Website of the Week: Ginny Meerman

PageantCast Website of the Week

PageantCast Website of the Week

This week for the Website of the Week, I bring to you a personal website. This is the website of a lady I met last year competing at the Mrs. International competition in Chicago almost a year ago.

Ginny Meerman has an interesting website with a very attractive and elegant design. It has multiple feeds of new information drawn throughout the web’s content streams.

I tend to not love Flash websites. They are usually, well, too Flashy. This design is a little less so and allows for the quick ability to find what you need…which is usually the Achilles Heel of Flash websites.

Ginny is currently Mrs. Maryland United States and she appears to be having a good time and has a good time having appearances!

Website:

http://www.ginnymeerman.com/live/

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YouTube Theater: Mrs. Oklahoma 2009 is crowned

YouTube Theater

YouTube Theater

Check it out!

I love that more and more state pageants are learning to share great moments from their pageant on YouTube. This is one of a few clips that the Oklahoma International pageants has put out there and it’s fantastic.

Here you can watch Rachel Roberts of Tulsa is crowned Mrs. Oklahoma 2009.

Remember you can check out the Oklahoma International pageants at http://www.themrsoklahomapageant.com/

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Queen for a Day newsletter – June 2009

Queen for a Day
9th Anniversary Edition

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June 2009

June 25th marks Queen for a Day’s 9th anniversary! Thank you for nine wonderful years – and here’s to another nine and beyond!

Read multiple perspectives on our beginning story in the Founder’s Letter and on our news page.

Cheers to You, Tampa!
You are invited to attend the 1st annual Cheers to You Event on Friday, July 17th, 2009 from 7-10pm at Hunter’s Green Country Club in New Tampa.

Guests will enjoy cocktails, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, music, and a fabulous silent auction.

The Cheers to You Awards recognizes individuals whose hard work and commitment make a positive impact in the lives of others. Nominees make a difference through their dedication to the TampaBay community and commitment to volunteer work with organizations in the TampaBay area.

Visit www.cheerstoyouevent.com for nomination information, silent auction updates, and ticket purchasing.

Listen to the PSA!

Detroit’s Special Visit
QFAD Private visit with Adrian-April 18, 2009
By Jeremy James, Mott Hospital Chairperson

Last month, we hosted a QFAD/Heroes visit at Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor, where we met Hero Adrian.  Adrian is the definition of a true “kid.”  He’s vibrant, outgoing and likes to joke around and visit with the other kids on the oncology floor.  During our visit, he donned the police gear and took personal pictures with our Hero volunteers from the Ann Arbor Police Department and U of M Department of Public Safety.

We received an email on April 16 from Mott staff that Adrian’s health had taken a turn for the worst.  They informed us the cancer had moved to his liver and his prognosis was painful to hear.  We were on a timeline and things had to happen fast…after some brainstorming, dozens of phone calls and some luck, we were a go!

On Saturday morning, April 18, our day was blessed with blue skies and warm sunshine for Adrian’s big day!  At 7:45 A.M., Adrian was welcomed by Engine 2 and members of the Caro Fire Department (thanks Chief David Mattlin!).  Adrian was escorted with lights and sirens to the CaroAirport, where over 50 people were waiting.  He was greeted by family, friends, Michigan Galaxy pageant winners (thanks Debra Defoe!), three different police departments (thanks Caro PD, MSP, TuscolaCounty), Mobile Medical Response, and QFAD/Heroes representatives Esther, Debbie, Catie, Ron, Stephanie and me.

Once the cheering was done, Adrian was escorted to his very first helicopter ride!  He and his dad toiled around town with Pilot Doug, of Vertical Expeditions.  It was the perfect day with the perfect weather…this was meant to be.

A very special thank you goes out to Hog Brothers Recycling, in Detroit, as well as Police Officer Kim Seely, Detroit PD, and her father, for their bighearted donation which sponsored Adrian’s helicopter ride.  They have continued to support QFAD/Heroes and we are humbled by your generosity.

Send us your volunteer profiles for upcoming newsletters. We love to hear about and share your experiences!

Sincerely,


Jenna Edwards
Queen for a Day

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Juanita R. Ingram, Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009 coming soon to the PageantCast!

Juanita R. Ingram, Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009

Juanita R. Ingram, Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009

As we work through the backlog, we’re proud to announce that we will have Juanita R. Ingram, Esq., the current Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009, on the program. Want to know why? Well, check out this biography she sent to us:

Juanita R. Ingram, Esq. is the current Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009. She has been married to her husband Kynon for over 4 years and welcomed the arrival of their daughter Kinsley Elizabeth in 2008.
Mrs. Ingram works as an in house real estate attorney for a local Indianapolis corporation and has served as an adjunct professor of business law at a private university in Indianapolis. She received the Leadership in Law “Up & Coming Lawyer” Award and has been recognized in Who’s Who in Black Indianapolis in 2006 and 2008. Mrs. Ingram is a graduate of Tennessee State University, where she received a BBA (cum laude) in Accounting, and the University of Memphis, where she obtained her Jurist Doctorate and MBA.
A woman of character and substance, Mrs. Ingram has a desire and heart for service. She is the former Mrs. Indiana United States 2007 and is an active board member of the Indiana Healthy Marriage and Family Coalition, where she has volunteered as a speaker to youth on the importance of goal setting and the value of family. She has also volunteered with INDY Commercial Real Estate Women, where she was a guest speaker on goal setting and developing self-efficacy with the community outreach mentoring program. Mrs. Ingram also volunteers and works with organizations such as Dress for Success Indianapolis, Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic, Julian Domestic Violence Shelter, Girl’s Inc., and the Susan G. Komen Foundation – Indianapolis Chapter. She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Indianapolis Alumnae chapter, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Indianapolis, and is a member of Solid Word Bible.
As Mrs. Midwest US Beauties 2009, Mrs. Ingram will work to promote the increase of self-esteem and self-efficacy among women of all ages, as well as promoting breast cancer awareness and education. In her spare time Juanita also enjoys international travel.

Be sure to check out our interview with her soon, here on the PageantCast!

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PageantCast 191

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Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy 2009

Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy 2009

Amaris Acosta , Miss New York Galaxy 2009

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This week’s show:

  1. Introduction by Janet Thomason
  2. Opening Notes
    Tim’s big Rummage Sale news…so lame.
    Continue looking for more interaction from the audience. If you’d like to help us send us an e-mail at PageantCast@gmail.com
  3. Interview with Amaris Acosta , Miss New York Galaxy 2009
    Photo Gallery
    Websites:
    http://amarisacosta.com
  4. PROMO: BestPageantInterviews.com
  5. Lisa Phillips ID
  6. Pageants on Television!
  7. On the Road Again! July 17-18 and July 23-25 for the International Pageants in Chicago, IL
  8. Podsafe Music courtesy of http://music.mevio.com/
    Zero To Sexy by Steve Sledge
  9. PSA: America Heart Association
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  11. Interview with Amaris Acosta , Miss New York Galaxy 2009
  12. Call in for Episode 200! — 414-517-4908
  13. PageantCast Tattler
  14. Closing

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Good luck tomorrow night to Jayme Dawicki at Summerfest

Jayme Dawicki

Jayme Dawicki

Good luck and congratulations to former Miss Wisconsin (MAO) Jayme Dawicki as she and her band performs tomorrow night (June 30th) at 7:00 p.m. at the Cascio Interstate Music Groove Garage stage featuring all local music.

It has a new location in between Briggs and Harley AND there is a $2 admission that day until 8pm – score!! Check out more info on that at summerfest.com.
If you are not a Milwaukee native, you may not know but Summerfest is the “Big Gig.” There are 700 bands, 11 stages and 11 days of huge great music festival goodness! Be sure to check it out!
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“ACCESS HOLLYWOOD” CO-ANCHOR BILLY BUSH AND “CELEBRITY APPRENTICE” STAR CLAUDIA JORDAN TO HOST THE 2009 MISS UNIVERSE PAGEANT LIVE FROM ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS ON AUGUST 23RD

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Miss Universe Press Release
NEW YORK, N.Y., – June 23, 2009 — Paula M. Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization,
announced today that Billy Bush, co-anchor of “Access Hollywood” and Claudia Jordan of
“Celebrity Apprentice” and “Deal or No Deal,” will host the 2009 Miss Universe Pageant live on
NBC on Sunday, August 23rd at 9:00 p.m. ET from Atlantis, Paradise Island in the Bahamas.
Billy Bush has been the co-anchor of the daily entertainment newsmagazine sensation “Access
Hollywood” since 2004 and has worked as a correspondent on the program since 2001. Bush is
also host of the nationally syndicated radio program “The Billy Bush Show.” Bush is no stranger to
the Miss Universe Organization, having hosted the most recent Miss USA competition in April. In
addition, Bush previously hosted the Miss USA and Miss Universe competitions in 2003, 2004 and
2005.
Model, actress and former Miss Rhode Island USA, Claudia Jordan will serve as co-host. After
moving to Los Angeles from Rhode Island, Jordan became a model on “The Price is Right.” She
then went on to co-host the TV show “Livin’ Large” with Carmen Electra and worked as a
correspondent for “Best Damn Sports Show Period.” Jordan has also been a newspaper reporter
and was one of the few female reporters in Washington, D.C. to cover the Million Man March.
Jordan was a contestant on Donald Trump’s “Celebrity Apprentice” and most recently served
as a judge at the 2009 Miss USA competition.
Venezuelan native Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe 2008, will crown her successor at the
conclusion of the telecast. During her reign, she has traveled the globe as an advocate for
HIV/AIDS education, research, and legislation. The newly crowned Miss Universe will go on to do
the same.
Each contestant from more than 80 countries around the world will be judged in three
categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview as they vie for the coveted title of Miss
Universe 2009. In recent years, worldwide distribution of the popular competition has topped
more than 180 countries.
Donald J. Trump and Phil Gurin will again serve as Executive Producers for MISS UNIVERSE® 2009.
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ABOUT THE MISS UNIVERSE ORGANIZATION:
The MISS UNIVERSE®, MISS USA® and MISS TEEN USA® Pageants are a Donald J. Trump and NBC
Universal joint venture. Utilizing its nationwide grass roots infrastructure, the Miss Universe
Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness by focusing on women’s health
and reproductive issues. By forging relationships with organizations committed to research and
education such as the Latino Commission on AIDS, God’s Love We Deliver, PSI/YouthAIDS and
Gay Men’s Health Crisis, Miss Universe is armed to impact women today. For more information,
visit: www.missuniverse.com.

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American Renaissance Pageant photo gallery

Ms. Florida United States 2009 Dr. Juli Goldstein, Ms. American Renaissance 2009 Charissa Payer, Cari Gunnell Baker - Makeup Queen!!, National American Dream Queen 2008 Paula Spaulding.

Ms. Florida United States 2009 Dr. Juli Goldstein, Ms. American Renaissance 2009 Charissa Payer, Cari Gunnell Baker - Makeup Queen!!, National American Dream Queen 2008 Paula Spaulding.

We now have a few submitted photos (thanks Charissa Payer!) from the recently held American Renaissance Pageant. You can see them here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pageantcast/tags/americanrenaissancepageant/

Remember, you can always submit us photos by e-mailing them to pageantcast@gmail.com and we’ll upload them to our photo gallery! How cool is that?

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Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy, coming soon to the PageantCast!

Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy

Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy

Amaris Acosta, Miss New York Galaxy, was gracious enough to allow me to interview her a while back and we’re finally ready to share this great interview with you, the listeners of the PageantCast. Expect this interview to air on Tuesday’s program!

To learn more about Amaris, you need to check out her bio:

Officials for the Miss Galaxy International Organization are proud to announce that Amaris Acosta of Bronx, NY has been named Miss New York Galaxy and will represent her state at the 2010 Miss Galaxy International Pageant to be held July 2009 in Tampa, Florida. This marks the second International competition for Miss Acosta, who previously represented the USA in the Caraibes Hibiscus International Pageant, placing as a semi-finalist.

Amaris, a New York native of Puerto Rican heritage, is currently pursuing a career as a television host. Her hosting abilities have allowed her to interview some of today’s most distinguished celebrities, including Iman, Mikki Taylor, Andre Harrell and Phillip Bloch. As an advocate for volunteerism, Amaris continues to donate her time and efforts to charities such as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, CocoaChic’s TeenChic and InMotion.

During her reign, Miss New York Galaxy 2009 will not only compete for the international title and a chance of a lifetime, but she will also be available to make appearances, attend special presentations and assist with civic and non-profit oriented projects. Amaris plans to travel the state speaking on issues dear to her heart, vigorously promote her state and national sponsors and encourage pageant participation. For more info on Miss NY Galaxy or how to compete in Miss Galaxy International please visit www.amarisacosta.com/galaxy .

She recently hosted the Queen’s Corner and expects to have another one in Maryland on September 19. Make your reservations now to get your tickets!!!

Website: http://amarisacosta.com

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Rock Icon Fabian Dedicates Summer Issue of Gladys Magazine to Annette Funicello

Make sure you pick up your copy of Gladys at your local Barnes and Noble or online and be a part of the Hottest Inspirational Sensation to hit the publishing industry today! Fabian, our Managing Director, dedicates this issue to Annette Funicello!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Gladys Salutes America and Annette Funicello! PRLog (Press Release)Jun 24, 2009 – There’s a new national quarterly magazine out called Gladys. What you may not know is that the publisher and editor is Fabian’s wife, Andrea Patrick Forte. And the magazine is named after his late mother-in-law, Gladys Patrick, who died in 2007 from the affects of Diabetes.  The tagline for the publication is: “a magazine dedicated to anyone who has been inspired to pursue their dreams by someone they love.” Gladys Magazine is the most unique of its’ kind on the market today combining hope, fashion, beauty, advice, fitness, travel and inspiration.

The Summer Release is set for July 1st and what makes this Issue so special is that Philadelphia native Fabian, the Managing Director of Gladys, is dedicating it to a very special and dear friend of his who has been a part of his life for the past 50 years, Annette Funicello.  Annette is the Original Pop Princess and our all time favorite Beach Girl here at Gladys Magazine!
“Annette and her husband Glen Holt are my friends and I wish them both all of my love during this time in their lives.  They know that Andrea and I are here for them and I have always loved my Annette.” says Fabian.

Fabian and Annette collaborated on two films throughout their career.  In 1966, it was the William Asher “Fireball 500″ film and in ‘67 they appeared together in “Thunder Alley”.   Throughout the decades they have remained close friends and have supported each other.

The Summer Issue of Gladys hits the stands just in time for your Summer plans and vacations which showcases the best in Summer Beauty Products, Fashions, our recommendations for the Best Beaches, Spa Destinations and of course we jam pack our magazine with hope and inspiration!

Our Summer Promotional Cover is being released just in time to celebrate our country’s birthday and we want to recognize all of our brave men and women serving our country.  Thank you for your service to America!  YOU INSPIRE US!

Make sure you pick up your copy of Gladys at your local Barnes and Noble or online and be a part of the Hottest Inspirational Sensation to hit the publishing industry today!
Please visit our web site at:
http://www.gladysmagazine.com

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Gladys Magazine is a quarterly, national magazine and online source dedicated to helping busy women of all ages create & inspire change brought to you by “Once Upon A Dream”. Our editorial philosophy is one of positive encouragement and motivation. We will offer inspiring articles to enrich our reader’s lives and we will contribute what’s hip in fashion, beauty, advice, health, travel and luxury products.   It is dedicated to anyone who has been inspired to pursue their dreams by someone they love.

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