"BRA"VO Bra Decorating Contest Entries (November 9 - 30, 2024)

in partnership with Conemaugh Health System

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) is proud to present an additional exhibit for 2024, and the final exhibit of the year with “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE. “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE is a sensation exhibit that has merged health and wellness advocacy with this unique artist opportunity in a Bra Decorating Contest.

The Conemaugh Health System, the Tribune-Democrat, the Johnstown Walk for Hope, Operation BeYOUtiful, and a courageous community of warriors in the battle against breast cancer have collaborated to create a unique and uplifting “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE exhibit to inspire hope while raising awareness of breast cancer’s profound impact on patients and families in our community.

The National Cancer Institute estimates that more than 300,000 women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. We KNOW that early detection and treatment dramatically increase long-term survival. There are 27 dynamic entries that brought the bling, fluffed the feathers, and creative storytelling of many survivors and advocates stories. Entries came from various employees and departments at Conemaugh Health System, local students, and community members; “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE drew significant attention despite it being the first year of hosting the contest.

After the sensational support from the public with over 3,600 votes, “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE masterpieces will be on display in the Ponas Doll Museum at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County for the month of November, continuing the need for attention to be paid to this cause!

The community winner was chosen by online and in-person public voting; Community Winner: "Support the Girls" by Donna Rito in honor of Mary Lou B.

The judges panel included Angela R. Godin, Executive Director of the Community Arts Center of Cambria County and Chair of the “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE contest; Marlene Singer, Coordinator of Johnstown Walk of Hope; Chip Minemyer, Publisher of The Tribune-Democrat; Sally Fink, master costumer and local author; and Andi Palmer, Founder of Operation BeYoutiful. These judges scores provided the Best in Show and Runner Up winners.

Best in Show: "Score Big... Get Your Mammogram!" by Conemaugh Nason Pharmacy
Runner Up: "Be Brave" by Lori Cornetti

There will be an opening reception for all of the exhibit “BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE entry creations and the general public on Tuesday, November 19th from 6:00-8:00 P.M.

A video tour of the artwork will be available at the Community Arts Center’s YouTube & Facebook pages (@cacccarts) after the start of the exhibit!

“BRA”Vo FOR THE CURE will be on display from Saturday, November 9, 2024 - Friday, November 30, 2024. The public is welcome to visit the Ponas Doll Museum at the Community Ats Center of Cambria County, Monday – Saturday 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. and Sunday 12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Admission is based on a PWYD (Pay What You Decide) donation. 

FREE WINE & CHEESE OPENING RECEPTION:

Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Sponsored by the 2024 Barbara & Elmer Laslo Cultural Heritage Sponsor!

November Doll Museum Gallery Hours:

Monday - Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM

Sundays: Noon to 5 PM