Vivian Burkhardt, Grenada’s representative to the Miss World contest who will be leaving for China on October 31, 2007, will give a preview talent performance at the upcoming Fund Raising Fashion Show scheduled to take place between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on October 13 at the Grenadian by Rex Resort. The Fashion extravaganza, will feature the stunning designs of one of the Caribbean’s leading designers, Ms. Claudia Pegus and Grenada’s own Jessie Anne Jessimy. The collection of gowns by Pegus is one of the largest to be shown by the designer in Grenada. Pegus is also creating the gown that will be worn by Vivian at the Miss World contest. The event which begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, will feature Vivian Burkhardt, along with former Miss Grenada World contestants and many other local models. The occasion provides the first opportunity for Vivian to perform her talent before a live audience. “I believe that patrons of the Fashion Show on October 13 are in for a real treat” said Jennifer Hosten, former Miss World (1970) and franchise holder of the Miss Grenada World contest. Burkhardt will leave for Sanya, China on October 31 on Virgin Atlantic Airways. Virgin will fly the team as far as Hong Kong where connections will be made for the final leg of the flight to Sanya. Vivian will be accompanied by her mother, Valerie Daniel-Burkhardt. Other members of the team are expected to travel to China in mid-November to provide support to Grenada’s representative. “It has been such a long time since Grenada took part in the Miss World that there is quite a lot of excitement being generated around Grenada’s participation. We expect Vivian to do very well,” said Hosten. Tickets for the Fashion Show are going fast. The Rex has limited capacity so patrons are being urged to purchase tickets early from the following outlets: Presents Bookstore in Grand Anse, Mitchell’s Pharmacy, Grand Anse, and at Today’s Wonders in St. George’s or credit card purchase by telephone. Contact: 473-439-5186 or 405-6073