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MAO 3rd Night of Preliminary
1/23/2009 7:37:08 PM
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Talent Competition NightAshley competed in her final on-stage competition this evening. Dancing to "Gold" she gave a performance that was filled with feeling and graceful leaps across the stage.  Connecticut's Outstanding Teen 2008 Rachael Ramonas was featured in a production number this evening on the Miss America stage with 41 of her fellow competitors from the Miss America Outstanding Teen pageant held last August. Tomorrow all 42 of the young ladies will be signing autographs at the Miss America Trade Show.
 Also on Friday evening Ashley will attend the "Night of Dreams" gala for CMN hosted by Marie Osmand and Miss America Susan Powell. A festive evening of food, entertainment, dancing and fun. More photo on the Image Gallery |
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Miss America 2nd Preliminary
1/22/2009 10:31:34 AM
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Second night of PreliminariesAshley competed in Lifestyle and Fitness in Swimsuit and Eveningwear today. She looked spectacular and although she did not win Swimsuit we and the people around us all felt that she should have.  Preliminary Swimsuit Competition for the Mu Group  Eveningwear Competition Ashley looked beautiful! She floated across the stage with charm and grace. Elegant. We were joined by more family and friends at visitation. Connecticut's Outstanding Teen Rachael Ramonas and her mother Denise flew in today. She's thankful for all the cards, calls and text messages she has received from back home.
More Photos on the Image Gallery |
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1st Night of Competition
1/21/2009 8:20:16 PM
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Ashley's first night of competition included her On-Stage Question Opening Number Introductions
 Ashley responds to her On-Stage Question
Additional Photos on the Image Gallery |
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Miss America Tuesday
1/20/2009 10:04:24 PM
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Day one of Preliminary CompetitionAshley sends greetings to her friends back in Connecticut. Yesterday was her Private Interview with the Judges and she felt that all the preparation she received backhome prepared her for it. She felt calm, relaxed and at ease with the judges and left the room feeling she left them with a good impression.  Director of Field Operations Stan Boyes, Miss Connecticut 2008 Ashley Glenn, Executive Producer Luis Pabon at the Spice Buffet in Las Vegas, NV. We caught up with Ashley at lunch at the Planet Hollywood's Spice Buffet. She ready for this evenings competition - On-stage Question. More members of the Miss Connecticut Family arrive today as the first night of preliminary competition takes place. Watch for more from Las Vegas as the week goes on.  |
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Southington Did It!
1/18/2009 8:38:31 PM
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 Southington's Outstanding Teen Alyssa Blanchette, Miss Southington 2008 Sharalynn Kuziak, Miss Southington 2009 Shannon Erickson and Plantsville's Outstanding Teen Lynze Khan
Southington Did It! About 10 days ago it looked like the Southington Pageant might have to be postponed, delayed or even canceled! Executive Director Joanne Salerno suffered a great lost when her mother unexpectedly passed away. We were approached by Cindy Simone who offered to step in and make the pageant happen! Cindy and her family joined together with Miss Southington 2008 Sharalynn Kuziak and make it happen she did!! They put together a great pageant offering a great scholarship to the winner, entertainment and the announcement of Outstanding Teen’s Southington Alyssa Blanchette and Plantsville Lynze Khan. Emcee Tom Chute kept the pace moving and within two hours a new Miss Southington 2009 Shannon Erickson was crowned. The Connecticut organization salutes the Southington Committee and especially Cindy Simone for a job well done. Luis Pabon, Executive Director “Anything is possible in a world of dreams.” Mike Cunningham |
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Miss America Week
1/17/2009 2:15:29 PM
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52 Contestants Begin Their WeekendWith Pancakes and SerenadesContestants Start Their Day Off By Raising Awareness for National Pancake Day As they gear up for 2009 Miss America Pageant on TLC January 24, the 52 contestants armed with forks and spatulas and donning aprons and their state sashes, gathered in Las Vegas for a pancake breakfast in honor of Children's Miracle Network. Contestants hoped to raise awareness about IHOP's National Pancake Day celebration, a nationwide fundraising effort that aims to raise $1 million for Children's Miracle Network programs at children's hospitals and other local charities throughout the United States. IHOP's fourth National Pancake Day celebration benefiting Children's Miracle Network is set to take place February 24, 2009, when nearly 1,400 IHOP restaurants nationwide will offer guests a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Children's Miracle Network and other local charities. With a goal to raise more than $1 million, funds will benefit children's hospitals throughout the U.S. Later That Evening Contestants Received a Relaxing Break at The Venetian  With the title of Miss America 2009 on the line, all 52 contestants took time out of their busy schedules to relax and enjoy a special performance by the enchanting entertainment experience, The Living Garden. The contestants were mesmerized by the elegant transformation from statue to living fountain in this unique performance that takes place at The Palazzo waterfall inside the atrium area. Following the awe inspiring attraction, the contestants floated down the Grand Canal at The Venetian in an authentic gondola ride as they were serenaded by singing gondoliers. Reprinted from the Miss America Press Release |
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Litchfield County Results
1/6/2009 10:54:13 PM
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 2009 Miss Litchfield County & Litchfield County's Outstanding Teen judges panel and Miss Litchfield County 2009 Brittany Decker and Litchfield County's Outstanding Teen 2009 Kristen Yerger Thomaston - Saturday, January 3, 2009 the Miss Litchfield County and Litchfield County's Outstanding Teen pageants were held at the historic Thomaston Opera House. The pageant was hosted by Dominica Rinaldi, Miss Litchfield County 2007 and Mary Marrone. Brittany Decker was selected Miss Litchfield County 2009 from a field of seven contestants. Selected Litchfield County's Outstanding Teen was Kristen Yerger of Watertown. Congratulations to the Miss Litchfield County Pageant Committee for an outstanding production and a wonderful kick-off of 2009. |
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Happy New Year!
1/1/2009 8:26:54 PM
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So here we are! 2009 … ’08 is behind us and we’re glad the New Year has begun.The Miss Connecticut Scholarship Corporation, its Board of Directors, Miss Connecticut 2008 Ashley Glenn, 2008 Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen Rachael Ramonas, our Rising Stars and Diamonds wish all a very Happy New Year! To our volunteers, Local Executive Directors and Business Managers we wish you all the best in 2009. I’m looking forward to a great year in our system and most of all to Ashley’s upcoming competition in Las Vegas. We’re excited to see her strut her stuff on the Planet Hollywood stage. She’s worked very hard to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. To Peggy Clapp – I knew when I appointed you to the position of Preparation Director that we made the right decision for Ashley! Thank you for all your support, encouragement and advise in preparing Ashley for Miss America. To Maria Neves of the Crowning Touch, thank you for the outstanding competition gown, Ashley is sure to look her very best on the Miss America stage. Natalie Testa, your continued support and generosity in providing Miss Connecticut with appearance wardrobe from the Ragtime Boutique is truly appreciated. Catherine Fiehn – you’re the tops! Your photography is incredible; Ashley’s headshot is beautiful. May God bless and watch over our organization. Happy New Year! Luis Pabon, Executive Director P.S. Don’t forget to tune into TLC this Friday for the reality series, "Miss America: Countdown to the Crown," which will air the same night at 10 p.m. The reality series will air each Friday night leading up to the 2009 Miss America pageant, which airs January 24 on TLC. If you have not responded to Sunday’s send off party, don’t forget to drop Sharon or Stacy an e-mail. |
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