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DESCRIPTION:Join keynote speaker George Zimmer, CEO of the The Men's Wearhouse, for a 
 fabulous evening of fashion, wine tasting, and hors d'oeuvres. A fashion 
 show will feature clients as models and benefits Wardrobe for Opportunity's 
 mission to help low-income jobseekers secure employment and become 
 economically independent. \n\nThe Fall Fashion Event, which carries a theme 
 of 'The Power of Change,' celebrates the success of past clients of 
 Wardrobe for Opportunity, acknowledges the generosity of the organization's 
 supporters, and highlights the transformative power of clothing. A special 
 award will be given to The Men's Wearhouse in honor of their clothing 
 contributions since 2004 totaling over $200,000, which have enabled WFO to 
 develop a highly successful men's professional dressing program. \n\n"It is 
 incredibly powerful to see our clients walk down the runway with the 
 confidence and self-esteem that they gain from receiving professional 
 clothing and working with Wardrobe for Opportunity volunteers," said Nicole 
 Levine, Wardrobe for Opportunity's executive director.  "This event allows 
 us to share the excitement and transformation that happens every time we 
 work with a jobseeker, and to thank our community for helping us to make 
 this kind of impact."\n\nIn addition to the Fashion Show which will feature 
 Wardrobe for Opportunity clothing, the evening will include live music, 
 wine tasting from local wineries Dashe Cellars, JC Cellars and Lost Canyon 
 Winery, hors d'oeuvres donated by restaurant B located in Old Oakland, and 
 a chocolate fountain. \n\nA silent auction will include a Tiffany's jewelry 
 set, dinner for four at an Oakland Firehouse, sports memorabilia, and an 
 assortment of fantastic trips.  A raffle will feature a jewelry set from 
 Lori Bonn Design's Luxe line and an Oakland A's luxury suite.  Funds raised 
 from this event will support Wardrobe for Opportunity's mission to help 
 jobseekers overcome the barriers that may prevent them from becoming 
 employed.  \n\n$40 in advance; $50 at the door. 
 \nhttp://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=117617  \n\n 
 https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2006/09/21/18313023.php
SUMMARY:Wardrobe for Opportunity's 2nd Annual Power of Change Fashion Event
LOCATION:Rotunda Building in downtown Oakland \n300 Frank Ogawa Plaza \nOakland, CA, 
 94612  
URL:https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2006/09/21/18313023.php
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