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Connecticut Partnership for Children plans Diaper Dash 5K

Nonprofit targeting need, raising awareness

SEYMOUR - Diaper need is the struggle for parents to provide what a baby needs to stay clean and dry. 
In 2010, Huggies commissioned a study that found 1 in 3 American moms have had to decide between buying diapers and buying groceries. 
Many of these moms have to clean and re-use soiled diapers.

Connecticut Partnership for Children, a Seymour-based nonprofit, is targeting the problem of diaper need and trying to raise diaper need awareness through the 1st Annual Diaper Dash 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk.

The Diaper Dash 5K will be held May 31. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m, the Kids' Fun Run will be held at 8:30 a.m., and the 5K starts at 9 a.m.

The race begins and ends on Seymour High School property, on a certified course that takes participants through the neighborhoods near the school. All participants will be timed. 

Registration is $30 through May 29, and $40 on race day. Participants are encouraged to register in teams of five or more, although this is not required. 
Name your team something creative! Show team spirit with funny hats, shoelaces, etc! 

The first 250 participants to register will receive a goody bag. Dry-wick T-shirts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

At the event, the staff will be hosting a Stuff-A-Truck of Diapers - participants are encouraged to bring a package of diapers or wipes to help stuff the truck. 
All donations go directly to The Valley Diaper Bank, which assists low-income families throughout Connecticut.

One of the event's Silver Sponsors, Naugatuck Valley Savings & Loan, will be running a water stop along the race route. Tina Marie Photography will be taking pictures of the event and the participants. 
After the race, there will be fresh fruit and other items provided by Gold Sponsor, Stop & Shop in Seymour. DJ Reggie B will be playing music for participants to enjoy. 
Prizes will be given for the top participants by age bracket, and the top male and female overall.

After the event Hot Tamale in Seymour will host the official Post-Race Party. All registered participants are invited to attend for appetizers and discounted beverages!
Do you want to help raise diaper need awareness and make a difference here in Connecticut? Register today.There are tons of great incentives being offered for registering- information is posted daily on the event Facebook Page. 

For more information, or to register, visit www.TheDiaperDash5K.com or call Connecticut Partnership for Children, 203-881-1804. Paper/Mail-in registration is available. 


This post is taken from a press release from Meghan Tarby, founder, Connecticut Partnership for Children.

Seymour-based nonprofit to host 'Make Some Mischief'

This photo was taken at the original 'Make Some Mischief' event, and features former board member Christina Agvent dressed as a carpenter. / Contributed photo

 

 

OXFORD - In 2009, when Connecticut Partnership for Children was established, Colonial Tavern hosted the agency's first fundraiser, "Make Some Mischief," a Halloween party for ages 21 and up. This year, in the agency's fifth year of existence, the event is back.

"Make Some Mischief" will take place Nov. 1 at Colonial Tavern, 24 Hawley Road.

This vaudeville variety show will feature true Burlesque by Kitty Katastrophe, Cabaret by Dot Mitzvah, Magic by Adam Parisi (www.magicofadam.com), Tarot Readings, music and dancing, and more.

Costumes are encouraged but not required. There will be a costume contest and prizes.

The cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. The entry fee includes cold hors d'oeuvres and snacks, entry to win a door prize, and one drink ticket redeemable for beer or wine. 

There will be a cash bar featuring a large beer selection and Halloween specials. This event is for ages 21 and up only.

 

The doors open at 6:30 p.m. (bar opens and hors d’oeuvres served). The disc jockey and Magic of Adam start at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. The event ends at midnight.

All proceeds benefit the Connecticut Partnership for Children, Inc, the Valley’s first diaper bank, and a 501(c)(3) organization located in Seymour. 

Sponsorship options are available for this event, and much appreciated. Tickets will be available online at www.ctpfc.org (on the event page) until midnight on Oct. 31.

 

For more information, call 203-881-1804 or email info@ctpfc.org.

This is a press release from Meghan Tarby, founder and executive director, Connecticut Partnership for Children.

Tourney in April to benefit CT Partnership for Children

Taken from Seymour First Selectman Kurt Miller's Facebook page:
 

I wish CT Partnership for Children, Inc. founder Meghan Tarby much success in her efforts to help needy children in Connecticut.

Tag sale to benefit nonprofit that supports children

    OXFORD - A Giant Tag Sale to benefit CT Partnership for Children, Inc. will be held from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 26 and 27 at Colonial Tavern, 24 Hawley Road.
    Entry fee for buyers is a new, unopened box of wipes or package of diapers for the CT Partnership for Children Diaper Bank.
    Hotdogs, popcorn, cookies, and beverages will be available for a minimal charge. There also will be a 50/50 raffle.
    All proceeds go directly to CT Partnership for Children, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization that supports low-income children in Connecticut.
    Vendors are sought. Space is limited; only 20 tables are available. Vendor space available until Jan. 25. Fee is $25/table for one day or $40 for both days.
    Vendors are also encouraged to bring a package of new, unopened diapers or wipes.
    For a vendor contract, e-mail meghan@ctpfc.org or call 203-881-1804. Spaces available on a first come, first served basis.
    Contract and payment must be received for space to be held. Vendor set-up opens at 6:30 a.m. the day of the event.

Wine tasting to benefit nonprofit for children

OXFORD - Colonial Tavern will host its third wine tasting Friday to benefit CT Partnership for Children.

The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the event will run from 6:30-9 p.m. Cost is $25 per individual, $40 per couple, or $200 per table of 10.

The ticket price includes appetizers, desserts, wine samples, door prizes, and music. A cash bar will be available.
All proceeds go directly to CTPFC. This 501(c)(3) organization is based in Seymour and supports low-income children and families throughout the state, with the diaper bank, Thanksgiving food, and winter sponsorship programs.
Tickets are available by calling 203-264-8244 or at www.ctpfc.org (Tables must be reserved in advance).
For information on this event or the organization, email info@ctpfc.org or visit the website.

Shops at Seymour to present 'Apple Harvest Festival'

On Oct. 20, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., the Shops at Seymour Merchant Group is hosting an "Apple Harvest Festival."

This event is the first of many to be sponsored by the Merchant Group, in an effort to raise awareness about the downtown area.

The event will feature live entertainment, autumn-themed food and beverages, sales and specials at the participating shops, a petting zoo, book signing by an award-winning children's author, and more.
St. Anthony's Book & Gift Shop will feature a "Best Angel" contest, Dragonflies Floral Shop will feature a "Children's Best Painted Pumpkin" contest, and the General Store has several contests running. Contact any of those shop owners for details. 

Applications are currently being accepted from individuals ages 10-18 to be crowned this year's Apple Harvest King and Queen.
Applications may be picked up at any of the participating downtown shops through Oct. 20. Applications are due to either Dragonflies Floral Shop, the Mad Hatter Boutique, or the Law Office of Karen Fisher, by 5 p.m. Oct. 20.
Winners will be announced the following week, and will receive flowers from Dragonflies and participate in a photo shoot downtown.

Several merchants will be participating in a hay bale decorating contest during October.
On Oct. 19 News 8 anchor Ann Nyberg will tour downtown Seymour and judge the hay bales.
Winners will be announced Oct. 20 at the Harvest Festival.
For information regarding upcoming Shops at Seymour events, visit www.facebook.com/shopsatseymour.

The above information was provided by Meghan Tarby, founder of CT Partnership for Children and owner of the Mad Hatter Boutique.