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Valley Diaper Bank to host 2 events in Seymour

This photo is from last year's Diaper Drive By, featuring Brodie Dugas, 5, of Southbury. He donates diapers to this event every year. / Contributed photo

 

SEYMOUR - In an effort to spread diaper need awareness throughout the state, Connecticut Partnership for Children’s Valley Diaper Bank is hosting two fun events that are all about diapers.

On April 5 in conjunction with Quinnipiac University’s “Big Event,” volunteers will be posted outside the Diaper Bank’s office at 135 Main St. for the 3rd Annual “Diaper Drive-By.” 

Members of the community are invited to donate diapers and wipes at this location, by driving up and dropping off their donation. 

All donors will receive a free gift for participating!

On May 31, CTPFC will host the first  Diaper Dash 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk, which will start and end at Seymour High School. 

This event will take place on a certified course and all participants will be timed. Registration is $25 now through March 31, and $30 April 1-Race Day. Children ages 4 and under are free in strollers. 

Participants are encouraged to form teams and register in groups of five or more (although this is not required for participation). Name your team, wear the same color hat, be creative- show team spirit! 

To view the race map, review registration incentives, and to register, visit http://www.thediaperdash5k.com/

The Diaper Dash 5K will feature a Children’s Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. for all registered participants ages 12 and under.
The event also will feature “Stuff-A-Truck” with diapers, so bring a package of diapers to show your support.

The first 500 Diaper Dash registrants will receive a dry-wick T-shirt. All registrants will receive a bag of goodies.

The Diaper Dash 5K is sponsored by Stop & Shop, BIC, Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan, WEBE108, Chatfield Rentals & Power Equipment, The Mad Hatter Boutique, Law Offices of Karen A. Fisher, ION Bank, DJ Reggie B, Tina Marie Photography, and Valley Community Foundation. At this time, we are still seeking sponsorships. 

Contact Meghan Tarby, 203-881-1804 or info@ctpfc.org for information.


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

Blumenthal lends support to Seymour-based nonprofit

 

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal visited the Connecticut Partnership for Children's annual Valentine fundraiser at Colonial Tavern in Oxford. Pictured from left are Tom Tarby, President, Melissa Moller, board member, Attorney Karen Fisher, secretary, Blumenthal, Meghan Tarby, executive director, Kathryn Murray, Quinnipiac University MSW intern) Chris Mastroni, treasurer. / Contributed photo

SEYMOUR - Connecticut Partnership for Children will celebrate its fifth birthday March 5. 
In an effort to spread the word about diaper need in the state, the agency's Valley Diaper Bank is hosting the "28 Days of Diapers" throughout the month of February. 

There are many ways to get involved in this initiative. Here are some ideas: 
1) Run a diaper drive at your agency, business, or school; 2) Ask your staff/employees to dress down in denim on a day this month, in exchange for a $5 donation or a package of diapers or wipes (ask your boss to match any monetary donations); 3) Form your team for the Diaper Dash 5K on May 31, and register now to get the early-bird rate; 4) Inquire about volunteering at our agency; 5) Refer one family, who is in need of services, to our agency; 6) Tell five friends, family members, co-workers, etc. about our mission; 7) Sponsor a child, with a commitment of six months or one year; 8) Like us at Facebook.com/ctpfc or follow us at Twitter.com/ctpfc.

Register for Diaper Dash

As part of the "28 Days" initiative, early-bird registration has officially opened for the First Diaper Dash 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk.
This event will be held May 31 and will begin at Seymour High School. Early bird registration is $25 per participant through March 31.
The registration fee is $30 from April 1-May 31. Children ages 4 and  under in strollers need not register. 

For information on the race, including a look at the certified course, visit www.thediaperdash5k.com or email info@thediaperdash5k.com

For more information, contact Connecticut Partnership for Children, (203) 881-1804 or at info@ctpfc.org.

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

Blumenthal to attend benefit in Oxford

OXFORD - U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal will make a guest appearance at Colonial Tavern's third annual Valentine event Friday to benefit Connecticut Partnership for Children, Inc., it was announced late today. 

The event will feature "Sensational Dan LaRosa & His Comedy Hypnosis Show."
Doors open at 7 p.m. F riday, and a full spread of hot and cold appetizers will be available. The show starts at 8 p.m. 

After the show, a pub menu will be available for purchase.
A cash bar will be open from 7 p.m.-midnight. 
Tickets are $25 a person or $200 per table of 10. Ticket price also includes entry to win a door prize. Tickets are available at www.ctpfc.org or at the door. Colonial Tavern is located at 24 Hawley Road, Oxford.

All proceeds benefit Connecticut Partnership for Children's Valley Diaper Bank. 

CTPFC Inc. is a 501c3 organization, dedicated to supporting low-income children throughout Connecticut, by working with their families and the communities in which they live. 
The Valley Diaper Bank was established in 2011 and serves any qualifying family throughout the state. 
This event is part of the "28 Days of Diapers," an initiative by CTPFC to spread awareness of diaper need in the state of Connecticut.  

For more information, visit www.ctpfc.org or call 203-881-1804.


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