Parkway North Hosts the Second Annual Bling for the Bash Sale

On Friday, Dec. 6, Parkway North will host its second annual Bling for the Bash, an event at North that sells slightly used jewelry to buyers. The sale’s preview, with a $2 admission fee, is from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and the actual sale with free admission is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m..

“The money goes to Project Graduation to fund the senior bash, the drug and alcohol free lock in after graduation,” said Cindi Hanson, the sale’s coordinator.

While the lock-in itself has been around for a while, the Bling for the Bash was started last year by a mother in the senior committee who wanted to raise more money for the senior bash.

 “Last year was a big success,” said school account secretary Donna Dulin. Around $4000 was raised in 2012. Dulin collects the donated jewelry, purses, and scarves in Parkway North’s bookstore, and Hanson later comes to pick up the items.

One of the main differences between the sale last year and the sale this year (besides the addition of the purses and scarves) is how many times the sale will take place this year.

“Last year, they had several sales for several months,” said Hanson. “We are only planning on one sale at his time.”

The sale will include a variety of jewelry. Two representatives from Romantique Jewelers will be present to replace watch batteries for the customers.

“One person’s trash is another’s treasure,” said Hanson. “A lot of people love to find a bargain. It is fun to shop and not have to spend a lot of money. I can tell you that [last year], me and my friends spent around $50.”

With prices starting at $1, there will be several bargains to hunt for. About 40 people have already donated their jewelry and other items. This year, people will also be allowed to purchase gently used purses and scarves.

Hanson said, “I think it’s a great opportunity to donate things you are no longer using so someone else can enjoy them. I like to buy things at a discounted price, especially when the proceeds go to help another group.”

By: Monyelle Asher  Staff Writer