(March 07, 2013) Sellersville, PA - Women are invited to the third annual Grand View Hospital fashion show featuring the newest styles alongside vintage clothing and hospital memorabilia at the PineCrest Country Club on Sunday, April 28. The fashion show is a special hospital fundraising event hosted by the Auxiliary, an organization dedicated to supporting Grand View’s mission to serve the community’s healthcare needs since the hospital’s founding 100 years ago.

Grand View Hospital Auxiliary president and fashion show chair Darlene Leidy said, “We wanted to do something extra special this year in honor of the hospital’s Centennial celebration. We’ve come up with an event that showcases how fashion and medicine have changed since the early 1900’s.” In addition to modeling today’s bright and bold designs, rare vintage clothing and actual hospital uniforms and memorabilia will be on display. The Auxiliary invites guests to get in on the fun by wearing a vintage outfit of their own.

Fashions will be provided by stylish women’s boutique Chico’s of The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley. Leidy said, “We think we’ve hit on the right combination for family and friends to connect and see the latest fashions and some intriguing history - all in a beautiful location with a delicious lunch. This promises to be a fun and wonderful way to support hospital programs.”

The event, themed “Showers of Fashion,” will be held in the elegant setting of the PineCrest Country Club in Montgomeryville on Sunday April 28. Doors open with a silent auction at noon, giving event-goers a chance to bid on a wide assortment of graciously donated items, including jewelry, Lenox china, a Vera Bradley bag, assorted gift baskets, tickets to popular sporting and theater events, and gift cards to area salons, restaurants, and local businesses. A delicious luncheon will be served at 1 pm with beef roast in burgundy sauce, dilled salmon, or pasta primavera. The fashion show begins at 2 pm with Chico’s fashion expert showing women how to make many new outfits using just a few basic pieces.

Tickets to the fashion show and luncheon cost $35 per person. Reservations are required. Call 215-453-4381 for more information and to register.

Other upcoming Auxiliary fundraising activities include

• March 23 – Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt
  • $3.50 for children; free age 2 and under; $5.50 for adults. Seatings at 8 am, 9 am, 10 am.
  • GVH Cafeteria, 2nd floor. Reservations required. Call 215-453-4084.
• May 9 & 10 – Annual Mother’s Day Geranium and Plant Sale
  • 8 am-6 pm; GVH (driveway near Emergency entrance)
• June 7 – 40th Annual GVH Auxiliary Golf Tournament
  • 11 am lunch; 1 pm shotgun start; 6:30 to 8:30 pm prime rib dinner and live entertainment by Craig Thatcher and Nyke Van Wyk.
    If unable to attend tournament, come for dinner, entertainment, and a good time!
    Indian Valley Country Club. For details and reservations, call 215-513-3935.

About Grand View Hospital Auxiliary
The Auxiliary supports Grand View’s efforts throughout the community by raising funds to ensure that the hospital is able to continue its mission of making quality health care available to area residents. Last June, the Auxiliary made a gift of $175,000 to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Grand View’s Maternity Department. The Auxiliary also supported Grand View Hospice and made scholarships available to VolunTeens and employees. The Auxiliary has supported the mission of Grand View since the hospital’s founding in 1913. For more information on the Auxiliary and how to participate, call 215-453-4381 or visit www.gvh.org.

About Grand View Hospital Grand View Hospital, Bucks County’s first hospital, has provided residents of Bucks and Montgomery Counties with comprehensive health care services since 1913. Now a century strong, Grand View offers a range of care – particularly emphasizing the areas of cancer treatment, women's and children's health, surgery, orthopaedics, and heart and vascular care. Visit www.gvh.org for more information about the hospital, its programs, and services. Visit www.gvh100.org for more information about Grand View history and upcoming Centennial Anniversary events for the community.