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We're halfway to Halloween: Greenwich Jaycees to host costume-optional evening to benefit CT Chapter of the MS Society
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Apr 28, 2010 - 9:58 AM

On Friday, April 30, from 8-11 p.m. the Greenwich Jaycees will host Halfway to Halloween in the private banquet room of Butterfield 8, located at 112 Bedford St. in Stamford. The costume-optional fundraiser benefits the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter and the many social service initiatives of the Greenwich Jaycees.

“We chose to produce this ‘costume optional’ fundraiser because we believe in its value,” said Stamford resident Jeanne Hoff, individual development vice president for the Greenwich Jaycees. “The event will help the Jaycees continue to support community service projects from Greenwich through Norwalk and support efforts to improve the lives of the thousands of Connecticut residents living with MS.”

Halfway to Halloween features a silent auction, open bar, appetizers, DJ and a performance by the improvisational comedy group World Class Indifference, whose members include comedians, veteran improv performers and public speaking experts. Items being auctioned include one night stays at luxury hotels, sports memorabilia and much more.

“As a nonprofit organization of young professionals who live or work in the area and volunteer throughout Fairfield County, we’re really hoping others will join us and support two great causes,” said Hoff.

Tickets are $65 per person or $120 per couple and costumes are optional for guests. To purchase tickets, visit the Greenwich Jaycees Web site at www.greenwichjaycees.com. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the evening of the event.

More than 6,000 Connecticut residents live with the effects of multiple sclerosis. The cause is unknown, and, as a result, there currently is no cure. Symptoms can include, among other things, numbness in the limbs, difficulties with vision and speech, stiffness and, in some more severe cases, total paralysis. The progress, severity, and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot be predicted.

A portion of the night’s proceeds will support efforts to improve the lives of Connecticut residents living with MS in addition to benefiting community service projects supported by the Greenwich Jaycees throughout lower Fairfield County.

For more information on the Greenwich Jaycees or Halfway to Halloween fundraiser please contact management@greenwichjaycees.org.

ABOUT Greenwich Jaycees:

The Greenwich Jaycees provides young people opportunities for personal and professional development through local community service, networking, leadership training, and social events.

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