Originally published Monday, October 20, 2008 at 12:00 AM

A&E Dispatch | Mustache-growing fundraiser sprouts in Seattle, around U.S.

A&E Dispatch: The third Mustache-a-thon fundraiser is going on, leading up to the Mustache Rocks! Music Showcase and soiree, happening at 9 p.m. November 21 at the Sunset Tavern. It all supports 826 Seattle a nonprofit writing center serving students ages 6 to 18.

By Marian Liu

Seattle Times staff reporter

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Courtesy 826 Seattle

Aaron Hilst, an emeritus Mustache-a-Thon gentleman, is offering a mustache rock mixtape to his donors.

Mustache bearers and those that aspire to be one — 826 Seattle is looking for you. The group's third Mustache-a-thon fundraiser approaches, and those with follicle potential should apply.

Participants are challenged to go six weeks without shaving to raise money for 826 Seattle, a nonprofit writing center serving students aged 6 to 18. The goal this year is to raise $20,000.

The first fundraiser raised $10,000. And last year, the idea spread, with 826 centers around the country launching their own Mustache-a-thons, with 33 growing upper lips.

The hair-growing period began Oct. 9 and culminates with a Mustache Rocks! Music Showcase and soiree, set for 9 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Sunset Tavern. Say Hi (formally Say Hi To Your Mom), Black Daisy and The Friedrich Nietzsche Memorial Jug Band will be performing. Tickets are $8 at the door.

For more information (including "I LOVE MUSTACHE" business cards) go to — www.826seattle.org/mustacheathon2008

Marian Liu: 206-464-3825 or mliu@seattletimes.com

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