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WHO: The Junior League of Tulsa, Inc., (JLT) is a non-profit organization comprised of nearly 1,000 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the action and leadership of trained volunteers. The JLT’s purpose is exclusively educational and charitable with a focus on serving women and children in transition.

WHAT: American Girl Fashion Show is a youth-oriented tea party and fashion show featuring the

fashions worn by each of the American Girl dolls. Tulsa-area school girls will model exact replicas of American Girl doll clothes, while junior and senior high school girls will serve as narrators. Local celebrities will emcee each fashion show. A Doll Hair Salon will be available for attendees who bring their own American Girl dolls. This family-friendly fundraiser benefits the JLT and its ongoing training and community projects.

WHEN: Friday, November 6 – Opening Night Patron Party dinner, silent auction, Special Guest – 7:00 p.m. Saturday, November 7 – three fashion shows: 10:00 a.m.; 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 8 – two fashion shows: 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Junior League of Tulsa Headquarters 3633 South Yale (near 36th and Yale) WHY: To support the Junior League of Tulsa and its training and community projects offering hope and

assistance to those in need. These projects include the Children’s Hospital at St. Francis Family Resource Center, the Laura Dester Children’s Shelter, Resonance Women’s Center, Global Gardens, and many others.

NEEDED: The Junior League of Tulsa is seeking 150 elementary-age girls on a first-come and first-served

basis who can reasonably wear sizes 6x-10. Model applications and all other applicable forms can be found on our website: www.jltulsa.org.

COST: Friday, Nov. 6: $50 – Opening Night Patron Party; includes dinner Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7-8: $30 – Fashion Show General Assigned Seating individual ticket

new low price; $35 for Premium Assigned Seating; includes tea party refreshments CONTACT: Kathy Knight Katherine Haskell American Girl Fashion Show Chair Strategic Marketing Chair Phone: (918) 663-6100 Phone: (918) 794-0109 Email: americangirl@jltulsa.org Email: publicrelations@jltulsa.org MORE: All events of the Junior League of Tulsa American Girl Fashion Show are open to the public. For a

complete listing of events, ticket information or to learn more about the Junior League of Tulsa, please call the Junior League of Tulsa headquarters at (918) 663-6100 or visit www.jltulsa.org.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information contact: Katherine Haskell Phone: 918-794-0109 Strategic Marketing Chair Email: publicrelations@jltulsa.org

Junior League of Tulsa Celebrate being a girl

(Tulsa, Okla.) August 25, 2009 – The Junior League of Tulsa (JLT) is presenting the 6th annual American Girl Fashion Show, Friday, November 6, through Sunday, November 8, 2009. The tea party and fashion show will be held at the Junior League of Tulsa Headquarters, located at 3633 South Yale (near 36th and Yale) in Tulsa. Local elementary school girls will serve as runway models. Each costume is an exact replica of the American Girl doll she holds. Tulsa-area celebrities will emcee each of the six fashion shows, while high school girls will narrate. This family-friendly fundraiser benefits the JLT and its community programs. “The Junior League is excited to offer an elegant and entertaining, girl-focused event that’s perfect for grown-ups to share with the special young girls in their lives,” says Kathy Knight, American Girl Chair. “Each American Girl doll personifies a unique quality possessed by all young girls. The different heritages represented in the series together define what it means to be a girl in America today.” Rachael Hunsucker, President of the Junior League, remarks, “The American Girl doll series reflects much of America’s past and present culture, and girls’ developing personalities. This show helps teach history and individual expression to viewers while engendering self-confidence and poise in the models and narrators.” “The Junior League strives to help women and children in transition through its community programs,” explains Sarah Dougherty, Community Council Vice President. “We feel American Girl is a perfect fit for us as a fundraiser because we all want to empower girls to become the community leaders of tomorrow.” Model Search The Junior League is seeking 150 elementary-age girls on a first-come, first-served basis who can reasonably wear sizes 6x-10. Model applications and other forms can be found on the website www.jltulsa.org. Knight explains why this is a unique opportunity for young girls: “All our models are nurtured through rehearsals, and coached to have confidence performing before a crowd. Each child can find the doll she relates to most and learn how to express her individuality. And what better way is there for girls to learn self expression than to get out on the runway and show off their style!”

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Patron Party The lights go on Friday night, November 6th, with the Patron Party featuring a three-course dinner, fashion show, silent auction, and visit from a surprise Special Guest. Saturday will have three fashion shows, followed by two more on Sunday. Each show will last two hours and feature an elegant tea party, favors, and chances to win door prizes. Special Events

• Pamper Your Doll Fundraiser: New this year, a Doll Salon will be available for every American Girl doll brought by her owner to the shows. Dolls can receive a fresh look with a new hairstyle.

• Raffle winners will model: During each show, three girls from the audience will be selected at random from ticket holders to become models during that show.

• Winners of door prizes will go home with American Girl merchandise, including items featuring Rebecca Rubin, American Girl’s newest historical doll from 1914.

• For attendees who bring their dolls, special doll-sized high chairs will be available for purchase so the dolls may sit with them.

• Each girl attending will receive a goody bag with American Girl-themed treats and other surprises. Show dates and tickets: Opening night Patron Party is Friday, November 6th, at 7:00 p.m. and includes dinner, fashion show, silent auction, and a special guest. Tickets for opening night are $50 for individuals. Other show times are:

Saturday, November 7th 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. Sunday, November 8h 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Ticket prices have been reduced for Saturday and Sunday to $30 for General Assigned Seating. Premium Assigned Seating is $35. Please call (918) 663-6100 or visit www.jltulsa.org for tickets or more information. About the Junior League of Tulsa: Founded in 1923, the Junior League of Tulsa, Inc., is a nonprofit organization of nearly 1,000 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

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For more information: http://www.jltulsa.org To schedule interviews contact: Katherine Haskell, Strategic Marketing Chair Phone: 918.794.0109 publicrelations@jltulsa.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information contact: Katherine Haskell Phone: 918-794-0109 Strategic Marketing Chair Email: publicrelations@jltulsa.org

15-SECOND PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT SCRIPT American Girl Fashion Show

Junior League of Tulsa hosts the 6th annual American Girl Doll Fashion Show at Junior League Headquarters, November 6th through the 8th. Patron Party is Friday, November 6th. Saturday shows are 10; 1 and 4. Sunday shows are at 1 and 4. Visit jltulsa.org, or call 663-6100 for tickets and information. About the American Girl Fashion Show: American Girl Fashion Show is a series of six girl-oriented tea parties and fashion shows featuring the fashions worn by American Girl dolls. Tulsa area girls will model the clothes, and narrate the fashion shows. Local celebrities will emcee. This fundraiser benefits the League’s ongoing mission to educate and train women to volunteer in the community. About the Junior League of Tulsa: Founded in 1923, the Junior League of Tulsa, Inc., is a nonprofit organization of nearly 1,000 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

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For more information: http://www.jltulsa.org To schedule interviews contact: Katherine Haskell, Strategic Marketing Chair Phone: 918.794.0109 publicrelations@jltulsa.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information contact: Katherine Haskell Phone: 918-794-0109 Strategic Marketing Chair Email: publicrelations@jltulsa.org

30-SECOND PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT SCRIPT American Girl Fashion Show

The Junior League of Tulsa hosts the 6th annual American Girl Fashion Show at Junior League Headquarters at 36th and Yale, November 6th through the 8th. Bring your girls to this elegant tea party and fashion show featuring the clothes of the American Girl dolls. Opening Night Patron Party is Friday, November 6th from 7 to 9 and includes dinner. Saturday fashion shows are 10 a.m.; 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday shows are 1 and 4 p.m. Visit jltulsa.org, or call 663-6100 for tickets or more information. Jltulsa.org or 663-6100. About the American Girl Fashion Show: American Girl Fashion Show is a series of six girl-oriented tea parties and fashion shows featuring the fashions worn by American Girl dolls. Tulsa area girls will model the clothes, and narrate the fashion shows. Local celebrities will emcee. This fundraiser benefits the League’s ongoing mission to educate and train women to volunteer in the community. About the Junior League of Tulsa: Founded in 1923, the Junior League of Tulsa, Inc., is a nonprofit organization of nearly 1,000 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

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For more information: http://www.jltulsa.org To schedule interviews contact: Katherine Haskell, Strategic Marketing Chair Phone: 918.794.0109 publicrelations@jltulsa.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information contact: Katherine Haskell Phone: 918-794-0109 Strategic Marketing Chair Email: publicrelations@jltulsa.org

PHOTOGRAPHS American Girl Fashion Show

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For more information: http://www.jltulsa.org To schedule interviews contact: Katherine Haskell, Strategic Marketing Chair Phone: 918.794.0109 publicrelations@jltulsa.org