Tanger Outlets Fit for Families 5k

September 25th was the Tanger Fit For Families 5k run/walk in Tilton, NH.  The intent of the second annual event was to bring the community together and encourage a healthy, happy lifestyle and fight Breast Cancer.  Proceeds from the 5k went to the LRGHealthcare.  All of the Miss NH local titleholders were invited to volunteer during the race.  I had a great time quickly handing off cups of water to the runners on the course!  Special thank you to our Miss NH sponsor and chair of the Tanger event, Mike Buescher.

Gilford Old Home Day

 August 28th was the annual Gilford Old Home Day Parade!  What a perfect day for the thousands of people that gathered down town Gilford, NH to see all the floats, fancy cars, and of course a special appearance by Miss Winnipesaukee and Miss Weirs Beach 2011.  My sister queen and I won first place out of all the parade participants.  A great smile, eye contact and a piece of candy for the judges was our trick to winning the award.   

The Ironman

Here are some pictures volunteering at the annual Timberman-Ironman 70.3 marathon.  This happened on August 21st in Gilford, New Hampshire right on Lake Winnipesaukee.  I worked at the volunteer check-in tent, guarded the walk paths across the track to protect the runners and had a great time watching all different ages swim, bike and run to the finish line.  For details on The Ironman 2011 visit ironmantimberman.com/index.php.

A Sad Farewell...

It was such a privilege this year to represent the Strafford County Area.  I have grown so much, established a greater network system, and met some of the most amazing local people who lead all different types of organizations such as The New Hampshire Breast Cancer Coalition, Relay for Life, Making Strides against Breast Cancer, Habitat for Humanity, The Dover Children's Home, Breast Cancer Stories and more.  Although a sad day for me, I am so excited for the new Miss Strafford County 2011, Kamilah Fucci.  She will be a great rpresentative.  A huge thank you to my local director this past year, Sarahjayne Howland, for helping me perform to the absolute best of my abilities as Miss Strafford County 2010. 

Miss Strafford County's Outstanding Teen is...

I had the privilege of co-hosting the Miss Strafford County Outstanding Teen, Pre-Teen and Little Miss Competition just a few hours before the Miss Strafford County Competition with my little sister Melanie Konstant, Miss SC Outstanding Teen 2010.  Congratulations to Lauren Percy, Ella Campfield, and Keeley McIsaac. 

Miss Strafford County Morning Media Tour

Nine finalist made the cut to be in the running for Miss Strafford County 2011!  The finalists, myself, and Krystal Muccioli, Miss NH 2010 went all around Strafford County thanking supporters, sponsors, and creating excitment for our 6:30pm curtain at Portsmouth Christian Academy.  We were limo driven to the Rochester Fair, Hilltop Chevrolet's Child Safety Day, Federal Savings Bank (Official bank of Miss SC), the Empire Beauty School, The Salon @ 903 Central Ave, the headquarters of Benjamin Walk, West Wind Gardens, Walmart to help with the Children's Miracle Network fundraising, Da-Vi Nails, and lastly Panera
for lunch. 

Krystal's Crockpot Cook Off

September 12th was Miss NH 2010, Krystal Muccioli's third annual Crockpot Cook-Off at Haluwa Restaurant in Nashua, NH.  All proceeds from the cook off went to the Children's Miracle Network, the national platform of the Miss America Organization.  The food was delicious!

Bras Across the River

Also on September 11th in Manchester, NH 95.7 fm WZID in conjunction with A Market Natural Foods presented the first 'Bras Across the River' event.  Many vendors, local artists, and over fifteen organizations that deal with breast cancer were there.  Admittance was a $10.00 donation and a bra to hang up on the bridge.  Proceeds benefited the New Hampshire Breast Cancer Coalition, Elliot Breast Health Center, The Susan G. Komen Foundation and the American Cancer Society.  I spent the afternon volunteering at the N.H. Breast Cancer Coalition table handing out information for their wonderful services to women, and found time to hang up some bras.

Zumbathon a Success

Thank you everyone who came out for the very first New Hampshire 'Party in Pink' Zumbathon.  Everyone left nice and sweaty from a great Zumba work out and supported a worthy cause.  Proceeds went to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.  Another big thank you to our fabulous emcee, Thom Fucci, from The Citadel Broadcasting Company, WOKQ 97.5, The Shark 102.1 and 105.3, and WPKQ 103.7.  He even showed his support and up on stage with me to teach the 'Quebradita' dance. 

'Party in Pink' Zumbathon

Saturday, September 11th at the Dover Hellenic Center from 10am to 12pm don't miss this 'Party in Pink' Zumbathon!  Zumba has created a partnership with the Susan G. Komen Foundation now through October 31st to help create awareness and provide more funding for breast cancer research.  Zumba fitness professionals Diana Post, Harmani Erhart and myself will lead two hours worth of Zumba for the Cure.  These pink Zumbathons are happening all over the country now, but this is the ONLY New Hampshire event.  See you there decked out in pink and ready to break a sweat.

Gillette Stadium

August 26th I was serving hundreds of Patriots fans pizza, pretzels, cotton candy, fried dough and more at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA for one of the Patriots pre-season games.  All workers were Miss NH volunteers at our stand to help keep bringing in scholarship dollars tor the Miss NH Scholarship Program.  Pictured with all the lovely volunteers: Michele, Daniele, Deb, Tina , Sarah and Katie.  Go Pats!

Last Peak Pilates Training

I spent my last two days of Peak Pilates training on August 23rd, and 24th in Newburyport, MA at Progressive Bodyworks.  Teachers from England, Austrailia, Belgium, Italy, Germany, and Hungary flew in for the advanced workshops.  After three years of trainings I will soon take my over-all comprehensive Peak Pilates exam to earn my Comprehensive certificate.  I will be the youngest Peak trainer in the world with this title.  Pictured is me trapped in the Ped-o-pull with Master trainer Clare Dunphy, demonstrating some ballet moves on the Pilates Jumpboard apparatus, and with the two other U.S. trainers at the workshop, Carolyn and Meredith. 

The Sharper Edge Camp

August 17th-20th I spent a couple hours each day working with the The Sharper Edge synchronized skating team of Dover, NH.  I choreographed a cardio dance warm-up routine for the girls, worked on core strength through Pilates, and even let loose a little with a cardio Zumba workout.  What a great group of hard working teens...including my sister, Tiffany!  Can you spot her?

Laurie's Ride for Breast Cancer

August 15th was the 7th Annual Laurie's Ride for Breast Cancer at the Nashua Haraley Davidson.  Over 150 motorcycle riders made a great ride around New Hampshire and finished at the Steve 'n James Tavern in Derry for a barbeque, raffle prizes, and dancing.  All proceeds benefitted the New Hampshire Breast Cancer Coalition.  Pictured here with Laurie, and volunteer driver Loreen, Laurie's motorcycle riding friends, and volunteer Suzanne Rak, former Miss NH staff member, and former Mrs. New Hampshire.  The big surprise for the day was two laps around the New Hampshire Motor Speedway!  What a treat.  More group pictures to follow...