The annual Dessert and Silent Auction to benefit the Miss Tri-Cities Scholarship program starts at 5:30 p.m. June 28 at the Red Lion Hotel in Pasco.

Cost is $25 for adults and $7 for ages 12 and younger.

The candidates for this year's Miss Tri-Cities pageant will be introduced as well as candidates for the Miss Tri-Cities Outstanding Teen.

All proceeds support scholarships for the Miss Tri-Cities Scholarship Program and the Children's Miracle Network.

Charlotte Smith Shores, Miss Tri-Cities 2006, will emcee the event. For tickets, call 509-582-1850 or email kyliesgramma@aol.com.