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Sweet 16 and Prom Expo Comes to Central NJ

Teens seeking to do up their 16th birthday extravaganza or the big prom event for seniors will have the best from which to choose at the Central NJ Prom/Sweet 16 Expo.

It's cold outside, but it's never too early for high school girls to be contemplating their Sweet 16 party or the crowning event for seniors - the prom.

Now the teens and their parents will be able to choose from the best central New Jersey has to offer, as MCS Productions, JerseyFashionista, and Club Pure collaborate to sponsor the first Central NJ Prom/Sweet 16 Expo.

The event will be held on Sunday, March 18, from 1 pm to 8 pm at Club Pure on Route 35 in South Amboy.

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Admission is free and open to the public.

The expo will feature the very best the state has to offer in first class transportation, baked goods, fine and international cuisine, designer gowns and party dresses, accessories, top notch salon services and much more.

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“I am very excited to be a part of this amazing event,” said Lillie Morales-Torres of JerseyFashionista.com. “Fashion shows are my specialty and I plan to bring Jersey teens the best of the best in Prom and Sweet 16 fashion. We will provide them with variety and uniqueness that will leave them red carpet-ready for their big day.”

The fashion shows, a central part of the Expo, will be hosted by MTV 3’s (Quiero mis Quince) former host Cesarina Arias and Miss National Miss American Coed NJ Kayla Marie. Other surprise guests will be announced.

Two floors of entertainment, celebrity guests, red carpet events, photo ops, raffles, complimentary swag bags and more are among the many other perks the Expo has to offer.

"Your teenage years are some of the best years of your life,” said Cassandra Avelo, who runs the Expo's blog at cnjpromexpo.blogspot.com. “You want to make those important teenage milestones, such as Prom and Sweet 16, unforgettable. The Central Jersey Prom & Sweet 16 Expo is a fantastic event bringing together families and professionals all geared toward producing that unforgettable milestone."

For information on showcasing in the fashion show or on the red carpet, contact Morales-Torres at 908-279-9125 or email her at info@jerseyfashionista.com. For more information on becoming a vendor or sponsor, go to cnjpromexpo.blogspot.com.

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