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Saturday's Internet Edition, July 31, 2010.
Cut-A-Thon event in RM provides style for charity
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Photo by Wendy Smith
Murieta Hair and Nails in Murieta Plaza hosts a Cut-A-Thon on Sunday, July 12. All proceeds benefited the American Cancer Society Relay for Life event.
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By Wendy Smith
River Valley Times Staff
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Where pampering is concerned, a new haircut and polished nails are usually a reward in themselves. But for those who attended the Murieta Hair and Nails Cut-A-Thon on Sunday, July 12, the gift of style also included contributing to charity.
The ladies of the salon have their own Relay for Life team, and each donated her time to the five-hour event. All proceeds from cuts, pedicures and manicures went to benefit cancer.
Stylist Tamera Willeford said the day was a busy one. “We’ve had a wonderfully consistent number of people coming in,” she said. “We’ve also been selling lots of raffle tickets."
Bruce Hooker said that he had traveled all the way from East Sacramento for the event. “It really is a testament to Tamera's ability to get people to come out for a cause,” he said with a smile.
Sharon Dodson brought her daughters, Devin and Alexis, for haircuts and manicures. “The girls are calling it their beauty day,” said Dodson. “They needed a haircut so it made sense to come in. Perhaps they didn’t need the manicures, but neither did I. It’s just such a good cause that you can feel good about treating yourself and your family because it’s not just for you.”
Dodson added that she appreciates all the work that the women of Murieta Hair and Nails have put into the event. “They really are amazing,” she said. “Supporting the cause and giving up their Sunday for this is a wonderful thing to do."
Resident Jan Perscher said that she had already received a cut and a manicure as she was sitting with her feet soaking at the pedicure station. “How could I pass it up?” she asked. “It really is a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon, and it’s for something good too.”
Owner Bonnie Burberry, who had so much spirit she dyed part of her hair the standard purple of the Relay for Life event, said that she was pleased with the turnout for the event. “You know, sometimes you throw a party and you wonder if anyone will show up,” she said. “We’ve had some regular clients, and we’ve had new faces who just walked in to support the event; it was about a 50-50 split. Many people have come in for a cut, and then they stay for a manicure. It’s really been perfect timing and an excellent event.”
Overall, the women of Murieta Hair and Nails were able to raise nearly $1,900 for the charity cause, with an estimated 50 to 60 people coming into the shop. “We’re very happy with the turnout,” said Burberry. “I can’t wait for the relay itself. It’s such a good cause and so much fun, while being able to help others.”
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