“Aloha Spirit” was the theme of the event that was held on May 4 at Quiet Cannon in Montebello.

Magnolia Boutique in Arcadia provided the clothing being modeled at this fashion show.

The 20 tables were decorated in the “Aloha Spirit”. 180 guests attended this very special event.

Sandy Hidalgo welcomed all the guests to the Monterey Park’s Woman’s Club. Please check out the gift baskets and use your raffle tickets to win your gifts. This fundraiser will help the club provide for the needs of our residents.

Elizabeth Yang introduced the Elected Officials to the guests. Mayor Thomas Wong, Mayor Pro Tem Vinh Ngo, Councilmember Henry Lo, Councilmember Yvonne Yiu, Councilmember Jose Sanchez, Alhambra Councilmember Adele Andrade-Stadler, Garvey School Boardmember Andy Yam, Monterey Park City Manager Inez Alvarez, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia and City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Interim Fire Chief Chris Thompson and Police Chief Scott Wiese.

Former Mayor Jose Sanchez led our Flag Salute.

Monterey Park City Manager Inez Alvarez gave the Inspiration. She wanted to be asked to model in the show. She is happy to here today. She thanked all of the people who value commitment. The commitment is all around us. Please keep each other together. As City Manager she must be flexible. She works with our community. It takes a village to run our city. She has to walk a fine line. Leaders must stay strong but be thoughtful but not timid.

Being a woman, we are held to  different standards. She spoke about she motivated her College Volleyball Team. Each time they won a  game she dyed  her hair a different color. We have to be bold to establish ourselves. She thanked everyone for being here today. She needs to community to work together for our city. She thanks the city staff and the residents.

Katherine Torres, the Club President welcomed everyone to the Monterey Park’s Woman’s Club event. Our club is older that Monterey Park. We were established in 1915. She thanked all of those who honor and serve our community. The club is committed to Monterey Park and many local organizations. She thanked the club members for their support. They help our residents and our community. The “Aloha Spirit” is the coordination of mind and heart within each person. It brings each person to the self. Each person must think and emote good feelings to others. These are traits of character that express the charm, warmth and sincerity of Hawaii’s people.

She thanked all of the people for their participation in the raffles. You are making a difference in peoples’ lives.

Elizabeth Yang thanked all of the guests for their participation. She thanked the Monterey Park Fire Department and the Monterey Park Police Department for all of the services they provide to the residents.

Some of the elected officials and city staff joined together for the luncheon.

Members of the Monterey Police Department enjoyed the event.

Members of the Monterey Park Fire Department enjoyed the event.

Henry Lo presented a $25 flower lei to Elizabeth Yang. He placed it around her neck as is the custom in Hawaii.

Elizabeth Yang introduced Karen Crisci, Owner of Magnolia Boutique in Arcadia to the guests.

Karen Crisci thanked everyone for attending the Fashion Show.

Monterey Park Police Sgt. Arlene Chaidez was the first model to walk on the catwalk

Monterey Park Firefighter Adam Fox was dressed for the occasion since he was in the Hawaiian spirit.

Leena Sankary has modeled for this event before so she was full of charm.

Delcine Johnson has modeled for this event before so she had many admires in the audience.

Nancy Omi-Hara has modeled for this event before so she had many friends in the audience.

Tiffany Webdell has modeled for this event before so she had many admires in the audience.

Katherine Torres has modeled for this event before so she had many friends in the audience.

Natasha Torres Soleil has modeled for this event before so she had many admires in the audience.

Monterey Park Police Officer Ricky Artmanni  enjoyed his first walk on the catwalk.

Delcine Johnson enjoyed her second time modeling on the catwalk to the delight of the crowd.

Arlene Chaidez enjoyed her second time modeling on the catwalk to the clapping of the crowd.

Leena Sankary enjoyed her second time on the catwalk to the delight of the crowd.

Nancy Omi-Hara  enjoyed her second time on the catwalk to the delight of her many friends.

Tiffany Webdell enjoyed her second time on the catwalk to her many admires in the audience.

Katherine Torres enjoyed her second time on the catwalk to the delight of the crowd.

Natasha Torres Soleil enjoyed her second time on the catwalk to the delight of the audience.

Leena Sankary enjoyed modeling on the catwalk to the delight of the crowd.

Delcine Johnson enjoyed modeling on the catwalk to the delight of the audience.

Nancy Omi-Hara enjoyed modeling on the catwalk to the delight of the crowd.

Tiffany Webdell enjoyed modeling on the catwalk to the delight of the audience.

Sandy Hidalgo and Elizabeth Yang took a break from the modeling to draw lucky raffle tickets  on several gift baskets to the joy of the crowd.

Karen Crisci said some models take longer to be dressed for event.

Katherine Torres was dressed as Marilyn Monroe to the delight of the audience.

Natasha Torres Soleil was dressed all in white was the last model to walk on the catwalk.

Karen Crisci invited the Monterey Park Police Officers and the Monterey Park Firefighters to walk down the catwalk to the delight of the audience.

Monterey Park Police Officer Ricky Artmanni and Monterey Park Firefighter Adam Fox and other members of the Fire Department walked the catwalk as the audience cheered our first responders.

The models took one last walk on the catwalk to the clapping of the audience.

Karen Crisci thanked the audience for joining her in the Fashion Show.

Elizabeth Yang finished up drawing the lucky raffle tickets. She thanked everyone for attend this very special event.