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| St. James Chamber of Commerce |
| Queen Pageant |
| 75th Annual Grape & Fall Festival September 4 - 6, 2008 |
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| Phone: (573) 265-6649 P.O. Box 358 St. James, MO. 65559 |
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| The Grape & Fall Festival Queen Pageant aims to enrich the lives of young women through community involvement and professional development. It strives to further the vision of St. James by providing and developing role models for youth. More than a contest, the pageant is a three month program that will cultivate kinship among St. James citizens, businesses, and charitable organizations while promoting the awareness of local heritage, history, and culture. A Different Kind of Pageant Unlike many pageants, the GFF Queen Pageant is not just a competition or beauty pageant. For three and a half months contestants are mentored and educated regarding the skills needed to pursue their dreams. They will learn valuable tools for professional interviews, presentations, and communication. They will be challenged through public performance of their individual talents. Social awareness will be fostered through service opportunities. The competitive components of the program provide an experience that prepares women for the reality of successes and disappointments in a safe and supportive environment. A Program of Professional Development The pageant program provides an opportunity for young women to develop their personal talents, communication skills, and professionalism. The practical education prepares participants for furture challenges, professionally, personally, and socially. Community Involvement Contestants will be engaged in many activities through which they will learn about the history of the festival and community. In partnership with the James Foundation, local organizations and the Italian community, contestants will be oriented with their heritage and the rich culture of the community that has helped to form and develop them as individuals. |
| 2008 Grape & Fall Festival Queen Julie Moreland 2008 Grape & Fall Festival Mini-Queen Delany Hinds Information on how to become a 2009 Queen Candidate. |
| Queen Pageant |
Photograph by Cuba Free Press
Julie Moreland, daughter of Paulette and Jeff Moreland, was crowned 2008
Grape and Fall Festival Queen on Thursday evening, September 4, 2008. For
her talent, Julie presented a demonstration in culinary art by making pretzels.
Julie is a senior at St. James R-1 Schools and she plans to pursue a career in
the culinary arts.
Kayla Klossner, daughter of Kevin and Crissy Klossner was presented the
honors of First Runner-Up and Megan Miller, daughter of Sheri and Bill Miller
was named Second Runner-Up and Most Talented. Olivia O'Shaughnessy,
daughter of Pat O'Shaughnessy and Michelle and Kevin Whitener was
presented Miss Congeniality honors. Cheyenne Ortega, daughter of Philip
Ortega and Angel Moore was named Most Photogenic.
Grape and Fall Festival Queen on Thursday evening, September 4, 2008. For
her talent, Julie presented a demonstration in culinary art by making pretzels.
Julie is a senior at St. James R-1 Schools and she plans to pursue a career in
the culinary arts.
Kayla Klossner, daughter of Kevin and Crissy Klossner was presented the
honors of First Runner-Up and Megan Miller, daughter of Sheri and Bill Miller
was named Second Runner-Up and Most Talented. Olivia O'Shaughnessy,
daughter of Pat O'Shaughnessy and Michelle and Kevin Whitener was
presented Miss Congeniality honors. Cheyenne Ortega, daughter of Philip
Ortega and Angel Moore was named Most Photogenic.
| 2008 Grape & Fall Festival Queen Julie Moreland Standing L-R: Cheyenne Ortega, Jordan Kean, Megan Miller, Kayla Klossner, Tabi Krogmeier, and Olivia O'Shaughnessy. |
| In addition to savings bonds and prizes provided by local businesses, Miss St. James will receive a $500 Educational Scholarhip from the St. James Chamber of Commerce. Savings bonds provided by Phelps County Bank, US Bank, and Town & Country Bank. |