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Local dancers compete in ‘Grand Prix’ ballet event
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This award recognizes a woman in our community who contributes significantly to the community and in her field of work.
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• Is a positive role model • Displays leadership qualities • Demonstrates a sustained commitment in her field • Demonstrates her commitment in voluntary or paid community activities • Is 18 years or over • Is a resident of, or works in, Chilliwack
Applications now being accepted for Miss Teen BC, Miss BC & Mrs BC!
For further information or nomination contact Anita at 604-845-8899. A special awards Nomination deadline is March 1, 2016 Woman of the Year Committee PO Box 2525, Sardis Station Main Chilliwack, BC V2R 1A8 Email: anita@legacypacific.com
ceremony honouring the winner will be April 13, 2016
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Three dancers from Project Dance took part in the “Grand Prix” of ballet last weekend in Seattle. Beth Cairney, 11, Lily Maarhuis, 12, and 14-yearold Brooke Thomas had trained hard for the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), the world’s largest, and one of the most prestigious international ballet competitions. Regional competitions are held in 12 cities in the US and in five international locations, drawing over 5,000 participants. Selected students from these competitions are invited to New York City to participate in the YAGP finals. “The regional event in Seattle is a tremendous opportunity for these three students from Project Dance,” said Tina McGee, ballet instructor. “The quality of dance at these events is second to none, and the girls are so proud to be representing not only Project Dance and their hometowns, but they are representing Canada as well. They have been working so hard in their regular
Beth Cairney, Lily Maarhuis, and Brooke Thomas took part in Youth America Grand Prix in Seattle on the weekend.
ballet classes and in preparation for YAGP.” “We are thankful to Miss Tina for taking the leadership in this,” said Project Dance owner/ director Amanda Quinton. “The studio’s ballet program has grown and strengthened so much over recent years, and we are always looking for ways to provide our students with more opportunities.” The experience is highly valued by the par-
ticipants. “I’m excited for this amazing experience,” said Brooke Thomas. “This competition could potentially open doors into the professional world of ballet for me.” Dancer Beth Cairney agreed. “I am so happy to be representing Project Dance at YAGP, and because this competition is worldwide, it will be such a great experience to dance among so many talented dancers.” Advertising Feature
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