Hope 21 Ministry in Oil City is hosting its annual “A Dress For You” event Friday.
The giveaway of formal dresses, dress shoes, clutch purses, and makeup and nail polish will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Grace Church at 100 Central Ave., the home of Hope 21.
New this year will be a photo booth and basket and cash giveaways.
Over the past few years, the event has provided formal wear and accessories to hundreds of young women free of charge.
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