Lenore Rendina - Elite Ms. Indiana Petite

Ciao Bella & Happy Weekend! 👑💝🌸

Best way to start off a 3-day weekend? Well, besides Friday Night Lights and a 54-14 win (but that’s another story…) 🏈🤭
Get up early, get your glam on, grab your DD, & join a bunch of strangers to make some crafts & a small difference. I guarantee you will leave with a happy heart & new friends. ☀️💄☕️🎨

Today, I joined the wonderful Trinity Lutheran Church for their semi-annual Community Service Day: Faith In Action. Their theme for this year is “Putting Others First,” & that was apparent throughout the event!

I was able to participate in so many different creative activities to benefit the community, including building decorative blessing baskets, making message magnets, painting inspirational rocks, & assembling handmade cards for Veterans. 🇺🇸❤️

At every station I was greeted with warmth, kindness, & genuine acceptance. I walked into this event not knowing anyone (although, I did of course run into a few people I knew, as always seems to be the case! 🤣), and walked out feeling so fulfilled and full!!! They fed us all too! 😋🍽️🍔

In pageantry we talk a great deal about stepping outside of our “comfort zone” because we are called upon to do that in many situations. We often attend events where we know no one else or very few others; we push ourselves to take on challenges that are difficult or beyond our current skill set; and unfortunately, we sometimes feel the weight of imposter syndrome rear its ugly head.

So my challenge to you this week is this: if it is outside of your comfort zone to do so, go somewhere alone. See who you meet when you don’t have anyone by your side to talk to. It forces you to open yourself up to others you may never have spoken to otherwise! (Today I met a woman named Lennora & another woman named Rudina) 😳😱🤯 Had I not been by myself, I might never have struck up those conversations & met women with almost my identical names...

Sending light & love to you all!
A Presto! 💋🥰

Buongiorno, Beautiful People!
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Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the Rose Benefit Fundraiser for Union Street Gallery in Chicago Heights. 🌹🎨

Supporting local events is always meaningful to me, but this one was extra special for a few reasons (besides bumping into a few friends! 😉).

🎨 Supporting the Arts: I am deeply committed to supporting the arts in our local areas. Nonprofits like USAG cannot thrive without the assistance of their community.

🏫 A Trip Down Memory Lane: USAG holds a special place in my heart because it is located in my hometown of Chicago Heights, just a stone’s throw away from my alma mater, St. Agnes School!

🍎 Proud Teacher Moment: Most special of all, the director of USAG, Julian Graham, is my former student! There’s nothing quite like the feeling you get when you witness your students move on to become successful, thriving members of society who make a positive impact. I am so incredibly impressed by the work he is doing at the gallery! 🌟💫✨

If you are local, please consider visiting this truly beautiful, historic building that houses the work of amazing local artists. 🧑‍🎨🫟🖌️

Buongiorno Everyone!👑💝🌸

Yesterday I had the pleasure of volunteering at the NWI Food Bank’s Hunger Hike 2026 & had a wonderful time! 🎉🌟👏

So grateful for the opportunity to support the NWI Food Bank with my platform The Ripple Effect, and aid in their efforts to feed our community. I had such a fun time helping staff, connecting with the community, & assisting in setting up & serving breakfast & lunch at the event!
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(Although, I must confess, blowing up that life-size beach ball about did me in!)🤣😭🤭

Have a look at some fun pics from the day! If you are local & looking to volunteer, please consider the Food Bank of NWI-feel free to reach out to me for more information or check out their website Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for details!

Petite USA

Ciao Bella Lovely People!
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I hope everyone is doing wonderfully. 🥰 Last weekend, I was honored to serve as a pageant judge American Miss Pageant at the beautiful Jw Marriott Indianapolis, Indiana.

Over Sunday & Monday, I served on an incredible panel of women, including my lovely Sister Queen, Ms. Indiana Petite, Kayla Breaux. We had the privilege of judging the Miss division (ages 19-25) and the Elite division (ages 26-39).

The distinguished contestants were judged across three categories:

⭐️Personal introductions
⭐️Evening gown
⭐️One-on-one interviews

And while I truly enjoyed each moment of the experience, what resonated with me most was the opportunity to meet each woman during her personal interview and listen to her share some of her life experiences & goals.

Opportunities like this remind me why my involvement in Petite USA is so special: a community of women supporting each other while getting glammed up? That’s my vibe! ☺️🪩💫💗

Meeting each of these inspiring women who are actively building their own positive futures & making meaningful change in their communities, & encouraging them from the judge's panel is a memory I will always cherish. ☮️💫🌸

A huge thank you to National American Miss and Rebecca Williams for the opportunity. I hope to be back again!✍️😉
HMU: Hair Salon

Buongiorno Beautiful People!
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Sending out special thanks to Village of Park Forest Freedom Hall - Park Forest for allowing me the privilege of joining in on the Labor Day Festivities over the past weekend! ❤️🎆💙

Celebrating in the parade with so many members of the PF community was a wonderful experience, & seeing so many familiar faces in the crowd, including former & current students, was pure joy! 💗(The only thing that gave me anxiety was the fear of running out of candy! 🍭😱)

I was also thrilled to be able to offer a “Crowns & Coloring” Activity Table & share some information with the community about Petite USA & my role as Elite Ms. Indiana Petite. 👑

I am so appreciative of the opportunities I have to share my support and time with the community where I raised my daughter and lived & taught for so many years! I love Park Forest & it will always hold a special place in my heart. ♥️✨

Ciao Bella Beautiful People! 👑💝💫

I am officially back for another year of excitement, challenging my personal growth, & bonding with the beautiful ladies of Petite USA🌟💃 So grateful for the opportunity!🥰🙏

I hope you will tune in for another year as I continue to learn the ropes! 🤭🤣😘XO

👑2027 Petite USA Titleholder Spotlight👑 Introducing Elite Ms. Indiana Petite, Lenore R.!💖 ✨Platform: For over two decades as a teacher in an underserved community, I have witnessed students face Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including trauma, homelessness, and food insecurity, while also seeing their incredible courage and resilience. This inspired The Ripple Effect, my platform focused on turning lessons of social justice and compassion into community action. Through advocacy, volunteering, fundraising, and partnerships with local organizations, I work to combat inequity, support vulnerable populations, and foster emotional resilience. I am grateful to serve as your Elite Ms. Indiana Petite 2027 and look forward to an exciting year ahead with The Ripple Effect! 🌊💫💗 ✨Fun Fact: I am on a mission to visit all 50 state capitols! This past year I visited Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, New York, New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Vermont. I especially love exploring historic libraries and ornate domed ceilings. Who wants to be my tour buddy for number 8? Let's road trip, Queens! 🏛️🚗👑 Follow Me Lenore’s Journey 👑💕 ✨Instagram: @lenorerendina ✨Facebook: Lenore Rendina - Elite Ms. Indiana Petite 26 #petiteusa #petiteusa2027 #titleholderspotlight #pageant #petitequeen