(Kiki's Corner by Kiki Angelos - Photo Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection)

After months of preparation and tireless weekly meetings with my wonderful committee we are down to one week left.

The West Virginia Symphony League-Parkersburg is getting ready to bring up to the stage our biggest fundraiser of the year, “Fall into Fashion.” On Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Parkersburg Art Center on Market Street, doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event starts at 6 p.m. Fashion will be provided by the best four stores in our area, Hornor & Harrison, Teri Ann’s, Crown Decor & Gifts, and jewelry by Baker & Baker. Tickets are still available for $40 or $45 at the door. You can call Terry at 304-481-0364 or Carla at 304-482-9503 to purchase your tickets or to purchase a table of eight people.

It will be a spectacular event along with entertainment, and it’s magical the support that we’re getting from businesses, individuals, league members, and sponsors.

Having a huge production like that takes a lot of energy, participation and ideas from all of my 16 symphony league committee members and also community involvement. We can’t thank enough all the 13 restaurants that are providing heavy appetizers and we might as well say dinner, also we will provide two cash bars with beer, wine, and signature drinks plus wine pull. Baker & Baker is donating a 14-carat yellow gold tanzanite bracelet valued at $1,850 to sell tickets the night of the event and the drawing will be at the end of the fashion show! So you don’t want to miss it ….purchase your tickets today.

The West Virginia Symphony League-Parkersburg inspires community support for the West Virginia Symphony at Parkersburg through a wide range of innovative fundraising events and hands-on projects. The Parkersburg League is one of the largest single sources of financial support for the WVSOP. Our volunteer members come from all sectors of the community. Membership is open to all who share our commitment to enriching and elevating our state through the finest symphonic music.

The West Virginia Symphony League-Parkersburg Fashion Show committee is finalizing the event that will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Parkersburg Art Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event starts at 6 p.m. From left are Bettie Rector, Carla Johns, Mary Ellen Dearth, Shelene Shrewsbury, Sydney Weber, Carol Seely, Kiki Angelos (president and chairman) and Sharon Albert. (Photo Provided)

Till next week.

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BAKED POTATO CHEDDAR SOUP

1/3 cup all purpose flour

3 cups of milk

2 large potatoes, baked, peeled and coarsely mashed

1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese divided

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided

Crumbled cooked bacon optional

In a large saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for two minutes or until thickened. Stir in the potatoes 1/3 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in sour cream and 1/4 cup onions until blended. Cover, cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until soup is heated through (do not boil). Garnish with remaining cheese, onions, and if desired bacon.

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SIMPLE PAN FRIED FISH

4 large trout or any other fillet of fish

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup bacon flavor crackers crushed

1/2 cup cornmeal

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Dash pepper

2 eggs

1/2 cup of milk

1/2 cup canola oil

Lemon wedges

Rinse fish in cold water, pat dry. In shallow bowl, combine the cheese, cracker crumbs, cornmeal, garlic salt, and pepper. In another bowl beat eggs, and milk. Dip fish in the egg mixture then gently roll in the crumb mixture. In a large skillet, fry the fillets in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with lemon and parsley if desired.

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DELICIOUS WALDORF SALAD

2 medium red delicious apples, chopped

2 medium golden delicious apples, chopped

2 tablespoons of lemon juice

2 celery ribs chopped

3/4 cup chopped walnuts

1/2 cup raisins

1 cup mayonnaise

Ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg optional

In a large bowl toss together apples with lemon juice. Gently stir in the celery, walnuts, raisins and mayonnaise. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg if desired, refrigerate till serving.