Former Miss CT Will Emcee Simsbury's 1st Charity Drag Brunch

Tiaras and mascara will abound in Simsbury on Sunday, June 12, 2022 when popular news TV personality and Miss Connecticut 2016 Alyssa Taglia hosts a "Drag Brunch on the Bayou" fundraiser for A Promise to Jordan, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness for substance use and addiction recovery. The colorful event is sponsored by The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut, an organization that that secures equality, liberty and justice and to promote positive morale and pride throughout the community, runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Roux Cajun Eatery in downtown Simsbury.

“I am honored to host this fun fundraiser for an important cause,” said Taglia.

Net proceeds from the event will benefit A Promise to Jordan to continue its mission of raising awareness and eliminating the stigma of addiction, while helping individuals access quality treatment.

“We are so excited that Alyssa is lending her celebrity status to elevate our event,” said Lisa Gray, Founder and Executive Director of A Promise to Jordan. “This is a tremendous opportunity for us to recognize that the LGBTQ+ community struggles with substance use and mental health issues, too, and learn more about how we may be able to help.”

Alyssa Taglia can be seen every weekday morning on WTNH News 8’s Good Morning Connecticut as their Traffic Reporter and Co-Anchor of Good Morning Connecticut at 9. In early 2020, when the world was rattled by the Coronavirus pandemic, Alyssa established “Wednesday’s Warrior”, a weekly segment highlighting the good work of everyday warriors from Connecticut communities.

An early graduate of Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, the former Miss Connecticut 2016 represented her home state in the 2017 Miss America Pageant. Immediately following her year of service, Alyssa attended the New York Film Academy’s Broadcast Journalism certificate program on a full scholarship. She is always making it a top priority to give back and volunteer her time to many charitable organizations. At the young age of 12, Alyssa founded “Smiles for Seniors”, a volunteer-driven program created to enrich the lives of our elderly, specifically those in long-term care facilities. Above all, Alyssa puts family first. She loves spending quality time with her family, friends and Frenchton puppies, Remmy & Nico.

The brunch will feature top-tier entertainment and delicious offerings from Roux Cajun Eatery’s extensive menu. The restaurant is located at 10 Wilcox Street, in Simsbury and is home to the area’s only Louisiana-style cooking.

Tickets are $45 per person and may be purchased by visiting https://imperialcourtct.ticketleap.com/bayoubrunch/details?fbclid=IwAR38An00idlrs6X7LxJTxhpIozeWNxrkhP7wbTuuVP1u_RmtBkz62CtauMQ

For more information, visit www.CTImperialCourt.org.

About A Promise to Jordan
A Promise to Jordan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit named for Jordan Arakelian, a 24-year-old Simsbury resident who died from an accidental overdose on June 30, 2018. Founded by his mother, Lisa Gray, the mission of A Promise to Jordan is to raise awareness and eliminate the stigma of addiction, assist people in accessing quality care and give hope that recovery is possible to those struggling with substance use disorders. Visit apromisetojordan.org for information and resources or call (860) 390-1391.

PHOTO: Connecticut TV personality and former Miss America contestant Alyssa Rae Taglia of WTNH News 8 will host the “Drag Brunch on the Bayou” charity fundraiser to benefit A Promise to Jordan on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Roux Cajun Eatery in Simsbury. The event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. is sponsored by The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut.