America's 40s, Carolyn Ladd "Celebrates Asia"

Beauties of America 40s Carolyn Ladd was a special guest at the Seattle Symphony's annual event, "Celebrate Asia" at Benaroya Hall. Beauty queens were invited to mingle with symphony guests to add glamour to the event.

Carolyn is pictured here with Jennifer Le, Miss Vietnamese Lady; Cynthia Vuong, Miss Chinese Seattle Queen; one of the princesses from Miss Chinese Seattle; Sahara Nath, representing the Indian Community; and Frederica Mackert, Seattle Japanese Queen. (Picture #1.) Miss Washington, Brittney Henry, was also in attendance.

(Picture #2.) Miss Washington 1991, SoYoung Kwon was the chair of the event and is also on the Seattle Symphony Board of Directors. (Picture #3.)

Before the concert, guests were treated to Taiko drumming and then dancing lions led guests into the Mark Taper Auditorium for the concert. (Picture #4.)

The featured performer of the evening was Korean American violinist Hahn-Bin who played Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D major, Op.35.  A virtuoso violinist who is known for his colorful fashion, Hahn-Bin is a protégé of Itzhak Perlman and a graduate of Julliard. He is photographed here with SoYoung Kwon at a post-concert reception. (Picture #5.)

America's 60's Invited to Walk the Red Carpet at MMPA Oscar Week Student Filmmaker's Scholarship Luncheon

The luxurious Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills was the site of the 19th Annual  Scholarship and Civic Award  luncheon honoring student filmmakers selected for their creative achievement.  Winners received financial awards to help fund their continuing education as well as having film companies arrange technical support with mentors at production companies.
   

Some of the invited guests included Academy Award Winner Louis Gossett Jr. and Academy Award Nominee Sally Kirkland, who Christy had the pleasure of meeting.  Many notables were at the red carpet including Mrs. California American Show Biz 2012, Carmelita Pittman.

   
Two of the nominees, Raoul and Robbie Oversloot, asked Christy Passoth, our Beauties 60's to be in a brief skit which was filmed on the spot and  certainly added to the fun of the event.
   

There were even "Swag Gift Bags" given to all in attendance and Sharold Jones handed these out to all the guests and luminaries as they left this Filmmakers' Scholarship Luncheon on the 24th of February, just two days before the big Academy Awards televised event.


Submitted by Christy Passoth, America's 60s

America's 30s Elisa Rister "flips" for the Boy Scouts of America!

Up bright and early on a Saturday morning, Elisa Rister America 30's by invitation volunteered along side employees from BOSH global Services, to help make pancakes for a local Boy Scout fundraiser.  The Boy Scout troop #337 of Southern Arizona Council was holding this Pancake Breakfast fundraiser to raise money for a special Scout trip to New Mexico for additional training for their troop.

Elisa, America 30's was happy to be apart of this event and successfully helped to make over 350+ pancakes for the Saturday morning breakfast.

A special thank you note to BOSH Global Services for making a $700 donation to the troop to assist with their fundraising efforts.

Thank you to Boy Scout troop #337 of Southern Arizona Council and BOSH Global Services for having our own Elisa Rister, America 30's help with this fun event.


Submitted by Elisa M. Rister
2011 Beauties of America 30's

Christy Passoth, America's 60's, Makes Life a 'Little Sweeter' for Kids at the Salvation Army and for Our Heroic Disabled Veterans

Christy created a "Service-Learning Project" in her classroom, "Valentines for Veterans," and over 150 seventh-grade students wrote original heart-felt poems conveying respect, honor, and appreciation to our country's veterans. Christy explains, "Their poetic writing skills illustrate their values of character; these students are making a difference in the world."

The special hand-crafted valentines were boxed up and sent to the Spinal Cord Injury Ward at the Long Beach, California Veterans' Hospital.   This project even received media attention and was published in the local paper.
     

 On the 13th of February, Christy took candy and boxes of valentines to the Salvation Army in Ontario, California, where she worked with the children addressing and preparing valentines to be given out in the classrooms on the following day, Valentine's Day.  "Every child should have valentines to give to their classmates; it's a small happiness all children should experience."
     

 It's important to our 60's queen, Christy, to "sweeten things up"  for our veterans and children in need.   Community service is a "Beauties of America" essential for all  queens and title holders, one which is a pleasure to render.  
     

America's 30 Elisa Rister Shares The LOVE!

Happy Valentine's Day!  Elisa Rister, America 30's attended the 2nd Annual Las Comadres "Latina's in Action" charity fundraiser.

The Sweetheart dance was hosted by Las Comadres, which our own America 30's is a member of this organization. The purpose of this fundraiser dance was to raise money for the 2nd Annual "Embracing Our Daughters" conference which will be held later this year. Elisa was able to help join the Comadres in raising $1335 in ticket sales and raffle prizes.

Elisa is looking forward to another great fundraiser by the Las Comardes, so please look for the next adventure with this fun group of professional ladies.

Special thank you to Paloma Santigo Lopez, Lupita Mitz, Tannya Giaxola and the rest of the Las Comadres for having Elisa America 30's apart of this great organization.


Elisa M. Rister
2011 Beauties of America 30's

Proud to be Arizona! America's 30s Elisa Rister Celebrates Her Home State's Birthday!

Our own Elisa Rister, America 30's participated in an official Arizona Centennial event to commorate Arizona's 100 years of statehood. Elisa is an Arizona native and was honored to be a special guest at Santa Rita High School "Happy Birthday AZ" festival.

Although there are many events happening this week throughout Arizona to celebrate Arizona turning 100. Elisa chose to support her local community High School and help with the festivities.  Elisa, America's 30 was on hand to welcome festive goers and sign autographs for kids. It was an amazing day event and Elisa was proud to celebrate her home state turning 100.

Happy Birthday Arizona!  A special thank you to Mrs. Tammy Casse of SRHS for having America' 30's join in on the fest ivies.


Elisa M. Rister
2011 Beauties of America 30's

America's 40s Carolyn Ladd Helps Crown New Miss Auburn

The 50th Anniversary of the Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant was held on February 4, 2012 in Auburn, Washington. Carolyn Ladd, Beauties of Americas 40s, was honored to be a judge for the pageant. The Miss Auburn Pageant gives more scholarship dollars away than any other Miss America local pageant in the entire country!  They have been recognized by the Miss America Pageant as the best local pageant in the country.

This year over $50,000 was awarded to the 23 contestants.  Many former Miss Auburns were on hand for this special anniversary, all wearing their crowns.  And the winner is...Tera Sabo!  An 18 year old student at Green River Community College, she played Midnight Rhapsody on the piano for her talent.  She and her family are enthusiastic Green Bay Packer Fans.  She will represent Auburn at the Miss Washington Scholarship Pageant in June.

#1:  Miss Auburn 2012 Tera Sabo with the judges (L to R) Carolyn Ladd - BOA 40s, Angela Edwards - Miss Montana USA 1995, Janet Harding -Miss Washington 2008, Joe Fain - Senator from the 47th District, Lois Elaine Smith - Miss America Volunteer of the Year.

#2:  With Miss Auburn 2011 Daniela Ferrell and Miss Washington 2011 Brittney Henry.

#3:  With Auburn's Mayor, Pete Lewis.

#4:  With Mrs. Puget Sound, Tia Hunsperger.



Submitted by Carolyn Ladd, America's 40s