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Sparkle Network will have its 10th annual Prom Closet Tour this spring and Front Door Housekeeping in Utica will be one of the locations to pick out a prom dress.
Photo provided by Moe Dietz
UTICA — Sparkle Network, a non-profit organization, has announced its 10th annual Prom Closet Tour for 2025 and its locations around metro Detroit.
The charity offers a chance to receive a free prom dress to help make it possible to celebrate the special night.
This program is for juniors in the Class of 2026 on a case-by-case basis and seniors in the Class of 2025.
One of the local locations that will be holding the annual prom closet tour is Front Door Housekeeping in Utica, which will participate from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6.
Those who are interested will be required to qualify by calling and setting up an appointment to go check out dresses.
Darlene Paquette is the owner of Front Door Housekeeping.
“For the third year, Front Door is honored to host this year’s Prom Closet Project, a program that provides free prom dresses to local teens in need. The Prom Closet Project, an annual event, ensures that all students have the opportunity to attend prom without financial barriers. Front Door has opened its doors as a collection and distribution site, allowing teens to browse a variety of dresses donated by generous community members,” she said.
She said they’ve been fortunate to serve the community for 10 years, and she wanted to give back in a meaningful way.
“Prom is a special milestone, and every student deserves to feel confident and beautiful on their big night. The company encourages residents to donate gently used prom dresses, shoes and accessories to help expand the selection. Local volunteers will also be on hand to assist students in finding the perfect gown,” she said.
Yolanda Udell, at Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences, has held prior events and will be again this year in Rochester.
“I’m happy to provide a location for the Prom Closet, especially since we are just down the road from Rochester High School and are easily accessible due to our location near downtown Rochester. It’s wonderful to see the girls so happy when they find a dress they love and know that it’s totally free,” she said.
An appointment is needed. Those interested can send an email to sparkle.network3@gmail.com. Sparkle Network will send a form back to be completed. A completed form, picture identification, along with an email confirmation from Prom Closet is required for the appointment to be considered booked.
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