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Majic 93.3 Welcomes DJ Godfather

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Majic 93.3’s radio host, Keeta “King” Hodge poses with soul blues radio host, DJ Godfather. The soulful show will begin Saturday morning 9 a.m.-2 p.m. December 1st. Photo Credit: Dodson & Glover Photography.

Texarkana’s Majic 93.3 welcomes DJ Godfather to their urban R&B station. The well-known radio personality kicked off his new show Saturday, December 1st 9 a.m.-2 p.m. with great music, entertainment, and a special guest for local southern blues soul listeners.

“We will debut the hottest Southern Soul, Blues and Zydeco show in the Ark-la-tex starring the legendary DJ Godfather. The Godfather of Southern Soul, Blues & Zydeco has a new home after 26 years and we are kicking off the party with celebrity guest and Southern Soul Sensation, Jeter Jones”, said Majic 93.3’s radio host, Keeta Hodge King.

DJ Godfather’s new Soul, and Southern Blues show kicks off December 1st. Photo Credit Dodson & Glover Photo Credit/Majic 93.3.

As a youthful, yet throwback R&B station, the local radio station believes this radio veteran will add a new flavor for Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas listeners. “We are an Urban AC [Adult Contemporary] station that plays Today’s R&B and Throwbacks with a few ‘Classic Hip Hop Throwbacks’. The Godfather will bring a fresh soulful edge with the best Southern Soul and Blues”, said King.

DJ Godfather will also have a special weekend position. “He will also be the station’s only live voice on the weekend. He plays music that caters to the bike club world, trail riders, blues lovers, and southern soul fans”, said King.

Before joining the Majic 93.3 radio family, DJ Godfather worked as a competing radio show host. “DJ Godfather has been a household name for many years due to the personal approach he takes to DJing, however he was on the competitor station, KTOY 104.7 FM”, said King.

Majic 93.3’s DJ Godfather and Keeta “King” Hodge. Photo Credit: Dodson & Glover Photography.

Despite working as Majic 93.3’s former competitor, it did not stop Hodge from listening the soulful radio host with the up most respect. “Even then, I listened to him on Saturday mornings as far as I could on my drive home, and I always thought how I awesome it would be if I could bring him to Majic 93.3. As fate would have it, we were able to make that happen officially on Dec. 1st”, said King.

With R&B as her first love, King could not resist the soulful sounds of the blues after a particular working memory. “I started with R&B. However, one night when working at a nightclub call Mr. D’s, the club owner came up and said to me, “DJ Godfather you going to have to start playing some blues or I’m going to replace you with someone else.” To keep my job, I started playing Southern Soul and Blues, and I fell in love”, said King.

Majic 93.3’s Southern Soul and Blues radio host, DJ Godfather. Photo Credit: Dodson & Glover Photography.

Like King, newcomers and Southern Blues and Soul listeners will enjoy the new sounds the passionate radio host will bring to the Ark-Tex-La area. “Nobody does it like DJ Godfather, and everyone in the surrounding areas, near or far knows when the Godfather Southern Soul, Blues and Zydeco Show comes on, it’s time to party and move your feet”, said King.

The soulful blues man looks forward to bringing his talents and his famous saying ” to magical station. “The general public will enjoy seeing & hearing how HE, himself, enjoys what he does. He is very passionate about his audience and his music! He brings excitement to the mic every show and people can look forward to him getting them up and moving on Saturday mornings with the best of the best Southern Soul, Blues and Zydeco”, said King.

Tune in Saturdays! “I am that humble man who has a love for music, a love for people and entertainment. All my glory goes to God”, said DJ Godfather.

To catch DJ Godfather’s new show or for upcoming events:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/majic933

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Majic 93.3’s radio logo. Photo Credit: Majic 93.3.

You can also download the radio’s app, Majic 93-3 for music news alerts, weather, and traffic updates.

To catch Keeta Hodge King:
IG: It’s_KeetaKing
FB: Keeta Hodge King

For DJ Godfather:
IG: d_j_godfather
FB: Curtis Muldres (DJ Godfather Ent)

Long Live “The Lion King” (Next Summer)

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Disney released a trailer for a remake of everyone’s animated childhood movie, The Lion King on November 22, 2018. The first trailer began with Simba’s father’s Mufasa’s (James Earl Jones) speech “Everything the light touches is our Kingdom”. The trailer included memorable cinematic scenes previously released in 1994. The live action movie was directed by The Jungle Book‘s remake director Jon Favreau and will be released July 2019.

Disney’s Lion King cast will star in the summer 2019 childhood live remake. Photo Credit: Disney.

Rapper and actor Donald Glover will star as Simba, with Beyonce Carter-Knowles as Nala, Alfre Woodard as Sarabi, and James Earl Jones as Mufasa. The movie will also include everyone’s favorite characters such as Pumbaa (Seth Rogen), Zazu (John Oliver), Kamari (Keegan-Michael KEy), and everyone’s favorite lion villian, Scar (Chiwetel Ejiofor), so mark your calendars and relive your childhood with your children and families.

3rd Annual Lavish Lounge Showcase 2018

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Dallas salon, Lavish Lounge will host their 3rd Annual Showcase Decemeber 2nd Sunday evening 5pm-10pm. Photo Credit: Lavish Lounge Cutz & Stylz.

Looking for a diversion only a couple of hours away this weekend?

“It’s not a competition, but a display of talent. We have various makeup-artists, barbers, stylists, and fashion people. As entrepreneurs, these people making a living using their gift in their field. Displaying their talents in front of audience and their peers takes courage and boldness”, said Entrepreneur and Guest Host, Eric Lockhart.

Dallas fashion industry professionals will showcase their creativity when Lavish Lounge Cutz & Stylz hosts their 3rd Annual Showcase December 2nd Sunday evening, 5-10 p.m. at The Highland Dallas Hotel 5300 East Mockingbird Lane Dallas, TX 75206.

A list of Lavish Lounge Showcase 2018 participants. Photo Credit: Lavish Lounge Cutz & Stylz.

Attendees will see creative, unique, yet stylish pieces among showcasing participants. “It will include conventional makeup, body makeup, various haircuts/beards, various hair styles and fashion from boutiques to actual designers”, said Lockhart.

Before being selected for the showcase, participants must follow proper standards and procedures. “They have to own their own brand and display qualities in their work product & service”, said Lockhart.

The stylish salon set a professional theme for fashion industry business — “Excellence”. Attendees will also support regional business vendors, including hair, real estate, clothes, and makeup.

Frederick Johnson aka Sipp the Surgeon will be honored within the 3rd Annual Lavish Lounge Showcase event December 2nd. Photo Credit:@sippthesurgeon

The third year showcase will also honor fashion industry guests Bridgett LaDawn, Sipp The Surgeon, Meke Stephens, and Princess The CEO. “These individuals have exhibited excellence and longevity in these fields with influence, giving back and power”, said Lockhart.

All proceeds will go towards the non-profit organization, IMAGINE WELL, Inc. “We are the founders of IMAGINE WELL, a non-profit organization that works with kids and the adult entrepreneurial industry”, said Lockhart.

With great expectations, Lockhart looks forward to the high-end, energetic showcase. “A unified, high energy show with great host, comedian, food, networking, vendors, great time”, said Lockhart.

PrincesstheCEO will be honored within the 3rd Annual Lavish Lounge Showcase December 2nd. Photo Credit: PrincesstheCeo.

A wide range of individuals are welcome. “Dress to impress. Attendance of 500-600 people to come out with energy and enjoy a great show”, said Lockhart.

Make-up artists, stylists, models, hair stylists, barbers, or fashion industry professionals are welcomed from all areas including Texarkana.

Tickets can be purchased via Evenbrite.

For upcoming events or bookings visit Lavish Lounge.

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Batted Eyelashes in Dallas

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iLash Magic held their eyelash workshop November 17th 8:00-1:00pm. Photo Credit: iLashMagic

Eyelash specialist and iLashMagic owner, Tiffany Brown (no relation to this writer) held an eyelash workshop Saturday morning, November 17th in Dallas, Texas. Attendees of all levels  learned lashing techniques 8:00am-1:00pm.

“The workshop event is a lash extensions certification workshop. I included a kit, manual, certificate of completion, and a mannequin to practice with”, said Brown.

For the past two years, she has specialized in eyelashes and have taught more than one course in Dallas, Texas. “This is not my first lash workshop. I’ve been lashing for almost two years. Proudly can say I walked away from corporate 9 months ago”, said Brown.

With a leap of faith and great ambition, the iLashMagic owner created her own brand within the fast-growing makeup trending business. “I came up with the workshop because, as the lash industry is growing there is a need for lash extension education”, said Brown.

The eyelash course included proper eyelash applications, a little history behind lashes, and business techniques. “The students learned the introduction to the history of lashes, how to apply and remove lashes as well as proper sanitation, and marketing”, said Brown.

iLashMagic graphic art. Photo Credit: iLashMagic.

Makeup experiences were not required, however certain requirements were met before registry. “They must be 18-years of age and did not have to be experienced or have a certificate to attend the class. The class was for education purposes only”, said Brown.

For the next upcoming eyelash course or bookings visit, www.ilashmagic.net or call 214-702-8377. You can also follow iLash social media below:

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Email: tiffany@ilashmagic.net

Dance Your Way to Fitness Downtown

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Sassy Chair Fitness Facebook flyer advertisement for upcoming dance calorie’burning class. Texarkana native Tiffany Larkins will host the class and everyone is welcomed. Photo/Graphic Credit Tiffany Larkins.

Fitness instructor and dancer Tiffany Charmise Larkins will host a Sassy Chair Fitness workout class this Saturday evening 17 November, 7-9 p.m. Attendees of all shapes and sizes are invited to the calorie burning, fun, and energetic class at the Diva Maintenance Building 214 E. Broad Street Texarkana, Arkansas 71854.

“The event is targeted to having an enjoyable workout and empowering self-love. Dancing is a wonderful way to burn calories. The clients will sweat and they will enjoy being able to look in the mirror and feel sassy and sexy,” said Larkins.
The class is not restricted to women and anyone is welcome.

With a dance background and a current healthy fitness career, the dance veteran combined the into the confidence-building fitness course, Sassy Chair Fitness. “I came up with the concept because I have been a dancer all my life and wanted a way express myself through music. I feel most beautiful when I dance”, said Larkins.

Dance veteran and fitness instructor Tiffany Larkins will host her first hometown Sassy Chair Fitness Saturday, November 17th 7:00pm-9:00pm. Photo Credit Tiffany Larkins

This will be the first Sassy Chair Fitness class the Texarkana native will host in her hometown. “I currently hold classes In Little Rock where I reside, however it will be my first Sassy Chair class in my hometown of Texarkana”, said Larkins.

According to Larkins, “You can burn anywhere from 200-500 calories depending on the effort you engage.”

The course will also include popular R&B music for attendees to enjoy. “The music varies but is typically slow R&B”, said Larkins.

Dance experience or backgrounds are not required, however, attendees should wear comfortable dance workout gear. “I take the time to break down each step and most people would be surprised at how well they can perform. They are able to wear what they feel best in and most comfortable this ranges, as long as they can dance in the outfit”, said Larkins.

Tiffany Larkins with her Little Rock Sassy Chair Fitness Group. Photo Credit: Tiffany Larkins

Larkins looks forward to her hometown event.”I encourage my students by the end of of class to ‘lose themselves’ and really take in the routine and feel the music. Before class begins we say affirmations and take time to just appreciate people gathering to enhance their efforts to better health”, said Larkins.

To register for tomorrow’s event or follow the next Sassy Chair Fitness class, follow Sassy Chair Fitness Facebook page or her personal Facebook page, Tiffany Charmise Larkins. It is $10 per per person and attendees can register in person before class. Contact via phone: 903-276-5511.

Be Bold. Be Confident. Be Stylish. Be You.

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Houston native, Latecia Rockwall poses with a 2017 February or March Vogue issue. Rockwall’s fashion for passion began with that particular Vogue issue. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Want to know who’s wearing the hottest fashion trends right now? If you guessed Rihanna’s pope-inspired 2018’s Met Gala dress, Kendell Jenner’s Christian Louboutin’s patent leather pumps, Selena Gomez’s yellow trench coat, then you’re wrong. If you guessed yourself, then you’re 100% correct. According to Texarkana’s fashionista, Latecia Rockwell, you can rip the runway with your own fashion sense with this simple method.

“Don’t pay attention to who is wearing what, but how and why they’re wearing it. With this basic instruction, Rockwell found her own sense of style beyond the fashion dark walls of as capitalism, high-end clothing brands, and famous models who wear them. “I’d never been like fashion best-dressed in high school or into fashion fashion. I watched so many seasons of America’s Next Top Model, so that was one of the seeds that kind of dropped in there. As I got older, I was attracted to seeing Vogue”, said Rockwell.

Her attraction led her to a life changing moment. “It was around February or March 2017, I was drawn to this Vogue magazine in Walmart. I remember telling my husband I don’t know why I got this Vogue magazine, but I got it”, said Rockwell.

As a fashion grasshopper, Rockwell began digging deeper into the true meaning of the word fashion and its purpose. “I saw the cover and it showed different diversities of women. They were wearing similiar pieces, but as I flipped through I saw so many diverse fashion designers doing different things from different countries with colors, types of clothing and their creativity. I started to realize that fashion necessarily isn’t teaching us how to dress, but how to express ourselves through our attire and being free to do that. That’s what drew me into it”, said Rockwell.

Latecia Rockwall’s natural hair head shot. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Once the stylish veteran grasped the concept of fashion, her passion began dwindling inside, however she didn’t release it immediately. “My focus was different. As a wife, we focus on others verses ourselves. My husband was my main focus. I had this passion, but sometimes when you want to be a good wife and want to please God, your focus is strictly on that and it’s not always focused on creativity. I also had a job as a full-time registered nurse, which consumed a lot of my energy, then I was a full-time wife and a believer. I was just focused on those three things. I didn’t know that I could fit my passion and creativity into that. I don’t know if I was willing to do that at that time”, said Rockwell.

Rockwell lit her spark in fashion after a personal experience. “I realized I have to stand alone now. My husband is in Heaven. It pushed me to figure out my passion. I always remember when my husband and I first got married, I was so consumed in our relationship he would ask me what are hobbies and what do you like to do? You need to find something to do. It was funny, but so true. When he passed away, I dived right into it, because I realized that it’s not just me and him no more, it’s just me”, said Rockwell.
Once Rockwell connected the dots with her fashion purpose, she quickly found her own sense of style. “Bright colors. Dresses. I love dresses and sandals. I love color. I dont really have a favorite color. I just like bright colors”. With so many fashion do’s and don’ts, how did she find them her way?

“The first step is definitely figuring out who you are and what you like. What colors, styles you like, what flatters your body type”. Mastering this particular step requires utilizing this particular tool. “Appreciate who God created you to be. Once you accept that, you began exploring what you really like and accepting of what you have,” said Rockwell.

Avoid this common mistake. “People base their style off their confidence and self-image. I also think that people will see what magazines put out and they think they’re supposed to dress like that. They feel like because they’re not a size 2, 4, or 6 they have to cover up or hide their curves or body types. Your attire can express who you are”, said Rockwell.

Make the second step with confidence. “Be free to dress how you want with modesty, because our outer appearance speaks before you do”, said Rockwell.

Be comfortable in your quirks. “The most beautiful people are the most comfortable in their own skin. There’s an upcoming fashion model in general named Joya on instagram. She has natural long red hair and freckles. She’s peculiar and it works for fashion. She’s just comfortable being herself and I like the message that she sends” said Rockwell.

Fashionista, Latecia Rockwall poses within Broad Street Park. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Step outside the box with common sense. “Don’t be a fashion robot. Be more than that. I used to scared to try bright colors. I didn’t want the attention. I didn’t want people looking at me. I loved that dress, but I was like I would never wear this out in public. Whatever you love, just wear it, because you could look the best in it”, said Rockwell.
Similar to the fashionista, find yourself a shopping home. “Everything I wear is from probably from Target. I don’t do it purposely. I feel like Target and whoever they have shopping for them is shopping for me. I go and buy what I like. They pay attention to what’s in and what’s trending. They make it at a more affordable price and eventually all their stuff goes clearance”.

In your fashion home, have financial responsibility. “A lot of stuff I purchase is on clearance. I go to the back of store. I shop out of season and prepare for the next season. Shop out of season and prepare for the next season. Fashion magazines will tell you what’s hot for that season, but they’re bringing stuff back over and over. You can find stuff out of season for the summer, winter, spring, and fall”, said Rockwell.
Find your own inspirations. “Pinterest has a wide variety of fashions. Instagram is doing a lot. It’s centered around fashion. Follow people with those hashtags. Going to the store picking out what you like”.

With those simple instructions, you can pull off any desired look.

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9th Sheer Madness Avant Garde Hair and Fashion Show

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Texarkana College Cosmetology School held their 9th Annual Sheer Madness Avant Garde Hair and Fashion show Monday afternoon, November 12th. With big hair, creative makeup, and high fashion wear, local high school students and adult college students battled on the red runway in the Truman Arts Center with entries they have worked on for weeks. Dual credit high school students entered the hair mannequin competition, while the adult cosmetology students strutted their photo-inspired runway looks. Both categories competed for first, second, and third place.

Video Shot and Edited: Tiffany Brown

Texarkana Play Fights Teen Domestic Violence

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Baby Girl 2: My Dad is Dope combats teen domestic violence at the Sullivan Performing Arts Center November 3rd Saturday 4:30pm and 7:00pm. Courtesy of Vanessa Jackson-Fields.

Local play writer and director Vanessa Jackson-Fields brings teen domestic violence awareness through her new play, Baby Girl 2: My Dad is Dope. New young actors and returning cast members demonstrated lesser-known warning signs and dangers of an abusive relationship at the Sullivan Performing Arts Center, 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday.

Newcomer Kiauna Smith portrays smart, outgoing, family-oriented, high-school valedictorian, college-bound Jasmine (Baby Girl) escaping from her former violent boyfriend, Marcus (Kameron Randle) a year after a relationship ended.

“It’s written around a young teenage girl that didn’t know the signs of an unhealthy relationship or a potential abuser, because usually they start off really nice, well-cut people, and you have to know the signs that they can potentially be an abuser. This show points out all the signs, especially this day and time”, said Vanessa Jackson-Fields.

The 15-year Anniversary play began with the early stages of obsession, control, and stalking in teen dating violence via today’s communication media: texting, phone calls, and emailing. “They become obsessed with you. Show up at your door when they’re not wanted, even though you told them not to. They keep you away from your family and friends and want you to be with them all the time”, said Jackson-Fields.

Domestic violence advocate and play writer, Vanessa Jackson-Fields poses in the Perot Theater, where her first play took place in 2003. Photo Credit Tiffany Brown

According to One Love Foundation and Joyful Heart Foundation, isolation is considered a domestic abuse warning sign. The family foundation also mentioned belittling, intensity, manipulation, and jealousy, which Jackson-Fields mentioned in her play. “You might think it’s because ‘Oh they just jealous’, and think it’s cute, but it’s not. Being jealous can be very dangerous. It’s like they have ownership over you. They believe you belong to them,” said Jackson-Fields.

Jackson-Fields included real-life scenarios of physical abuse, potential sexual abuse, and a horrific tragedy. “Shoving, grabbing and getting very angry. The play kind of shows a lot of that. It gets very graphic”, said Jackson-Fields.

Domestic teen violence does not discriminate against social class, race, gender, age, or family background. It can occur among upper and middle-class teenagers. “I always remember April Love. She came from a nice middle-class family. She was so smart and had a bright future. She was killed September 2005 by her boyfriend on a college campus. It was days before they found her. You never would’ve thought, she would be killed in an abusive relationship”, said Jackson-Fields.

According to The Telegraph UK writer Amanda Prowse, abuse can happen in middle-class families. In fact, middle class abuse cases are rarely reported, as seen in the teen domestic violence play. “Abuse is sweeping the country and nobody really pays attention, until someone loses their life”, said Jackson-Fields.

Jackson-Fields cast newcomers Isaiah Germany, Jashaun Wedlong, returning cast members Pastor Lamarcus Franklin, Tammie Harvey, Dr. Mary Phillips, and Connie Thompson as a supportive family, however their favorite baby girl, Jasmine found herself in a violent relationship. “This play is showing when you’re in these relationships, it not only affects you, but everybody around you”, said Jackson-Fields.

Domestic violence survivor turned advocate play writer, Vanessa Jackson-Fields. Photo Credit, Tiffany Brown.

The former abuse victim turned advocate encourages teen boys and girls to speak up before it’s too late. “I hope they learn okay I know he’s doing that, but I need to get away. Run! Get away from him or her! Go to your parents or somebody you know that will support you. Do not try to handle it alone or hold back, because you can’t. If they do it one time, that’s just a warning”, said Jackson-Fields.

If you are experiencing domestic violence or know someone that’s experiencing domestic violence please speak up or link to Texarkana Domestic Violence. Or call (903)-794-4000 or visit 424 Spruce St, Texarkana, TX 75501, 8-5.

Families Enjoy Warm Pumpkin Patch Scenes

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Caleb Landall takes a family photo of his wife, Tiffany, and their children Jocelyn (4), Lylah (2), Tucker (3 1/2 months). Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Williams Memorial United Methodist held their annual pumpkin patch Saturday afternoon 10/27/18. Families enjoyed the pumpkin scenery with selfies and the warm weather with their children.

According to Russell Martin, Director of Student Ministries, the church has hosted the Texarkana event for years. “The pumpkin patch has been here as long as I’ve been here and I think the last calculation is about 15 or 16 years”, said Martin.

18-month-old, Lana Navarrette poses in a pumpkin setting during Williams Memorial United Methodist’s pumpkin patch. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

The annual event opened October 8th. Family festivities included fun games, and trick or treats for the kids. “We did have a a host last week for our Pumpkin Palooza event, which is games, carnival, trunk or treat, and those types of things. Every year we try to do a movie night, but it got rained out”, said Martin.

Justin Sherman takes a family pumpkin patch of his wife, Nicole Sherman and two-year-old daughter, Harper Sherman Saturday afternoon at Williams Memorial United Methodist Church. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Latrice Walker takes a photo of her 12-year-old, Iya Hanson during Williams Memorial United Methodist’s pumpkin patch. Photo Credit: Tiffany Brown

Families brought their children for selfies during available hours. “Typical hours during the week are 11:30 am until dark, which is about 6:30 pm or so. Tomorrow will be 11:30 am until dark as well”, said Martin.

Williams Memorial United Methodist’s pumpkin patch was free and open to the public 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 4000 Moores Ln Texarkana, Texas.

For more upcoming family events, please visit their website, or connect on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

Sportsplex Brings Willy Wonka to Nash

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Amber Harris announces the Golden Ticket Bingo game alert throughout Healthcare’s Sportsplex hall during Wonka Fest Saturday afternoon.

The Sportsplex by Healthcare Express hosted their Wonka Fest  Saturday morning October 27th. The local gym kicked off the pre-Halloween family event and fundraiser for Nash Elementary School with a costume contest 10 a.m. and hosted family fun events until  closing time at 2. The contest competition included age categories 0-3 years old and 4-12 years old.

“This is our gym and community center, so this is our Halloween Wonka Fest we are doing today in partnership with Nash Elementary School as their fundraiser for their program”, said Healthcare Express’ Chief Marketing Officer, Angela Evans.

Suki Oneal straightens arranges the ultimate Wonka bar during Wonka Fest at Healthcare’s Sportsplex.

The local gym raised donations through a family classic theme, “Willy Wonka”. “We just decided that it would be cool to have kids excited about finding golden tickets, so we hid for the whole month of October. We hid golden tickets at random stores and different places all around town for the excitement to get them to come here for the fundraiser”, said Evans.

The golden tickets were not found in chocolate bars, but throughout various games. “They were just randomly around town when they find the tickets, but you can purchase golden tickets when they’re playing Bingo. It gives you a Bingo card to where you’re able for a give-a-way for a Ninetendo Switch and we’re giving away a cabin trip, designer bag purses, and some bikes”, said Evans.

7-year-old, Kailyn Hall plays toss a soda game during the Wonka Fest Saturday afternoon 10/27.

Besides the golden ticket bingo game, free games, a photo booth, a sweet shop, and concessions were  included in the Wonka Fest. According to Evans, all donations will go towards Nash Elementary. “Our goal is to raise $3,000.00 toward the school and they can use it however they need to”, said Evans.