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Senator Slossberg Recognized By CT Association of Nonprofits

Pictured (l-r): Beth-El Center Executive Director Toni Dolan, Gloria Hayes from Good Shepherd Day Care in Milford and Orange State Senator Gayle Slossberg.

During this year's regular and special legislative sessions, state Senator Gayle Slossberg (D-Orange) continued to be one of the General Assembly's most ardent and outspoken supporters of nonprofit organizations.
This morning, ten local nonprofit organizations-all members of the Connecticut Association of Nonprofits-gathered at The Stonebridge Restaurant in Milford to thank Senator Slossberg for her advocacy. "Nonprofits provide services for Connecticut's neediest residents, and they do so at a great cost savings to the state," said Senator Slossberg, who serves as the Senate chair of the Government Administration & Elections Committee. "The people who operate and staff these nonprofits are truly selfless individuals, dedicated to their work and to serving those who need a helping hand. The state should do all it can to support this work and the people who devote their lives to nonprofits. I'm very proud to support our nonprofit providers."
This year, Senator Slossberg voted in favor of an Appropriations Committee budget that included a cost of living increase for the state's nonprofit providers and was a vocal supporter of state support for nonprofits. She also was the driving force behind legislation that would have created a cabinet to evaluate the state's nonprofit human services provider system and make recommendations on how to adequately fund and operate the system. "The nonprofit community in Milford appreciated the opportunity provided by the Connecticut Association of Nonprofits to personally thank Senator Slossberg for all her efforts on our behalf this year and in the past," said Toni Dolan, executive director of the Beth-El Center in Milford.
"Senator Slossberg has worked tirelessly on behalf of all nonprofits, not only in her district, but across the state," said Ron Cretaro, executive director of Connecticut Association of Nonprofits. "We are grateful for her dedication to our work and compassion towards those we serve."
The organizations recognizing Senator Slossberg on July 9th included: the Boys & Girls Village; the Beth-El Shelter; Domestic Violence Services of Greater New Haven; Marrakech, Inc.; the Good Shepherd Day Care Center; Vantage Group; ACORD, Inc.; the Woodruff Family YMCA; the West Haven Community House; the United Way of Milford; and the Connecticut Women's Consortium.

Orange Rotary to Hold 12th Annual Lobsterfest

By Richard Weizel
Orange Town News Correspondent

ORANGE - There will be twin lobsters or a 16 oz. N.Y. Strip Filet and complimentary beer, wine and soda for the adults; hamburgers, hot dogs and soda for the kids. The clam chowder, corn on the cob, cole slaw and rolls & butter are for everyone.
Sounds like a great mouth-watering feast at a local restaurant. But it's even better than that.
It's the 12th Annual Lobsterfest sponsored by the Orange Rotary Club on August 16th from 3:30 p.m. until dusk at the Orange Fairgrounds, High Plains Community Center, 525 Orange Center Road, Orange.
And there will be a Moon Bounce, gift baskets, and other activities for children; music for the adults and a raffle for everyone.
"The Lobsterfest is one of our fundraisers that helps the club raise money for the wide range of charities, foundations, groups and individuals to whom we make contributions throughout the year" said Orange Rotary Club President Dan McAllister. "All the procedes go to worthy causes and its good family fun for everyone. It's become a tradition in Orange and we expect people will come out, enjoy the afternoon and eat to their heart's content."
Whether it's the sweet taste of lobster, the hearty steak or juicy burgers and hot dog, the popular local fest is expected to draw another big crowd.
Since the local chapter of the International Rotary Foundation was founded in 1967, more than a half million dollars has been raised and donated to charitable organizations, needy families and scholarships for college-bound students who wouldn't be able to afford the tuition without a helping hand.
The Orange Rotary awarded three - $2,000 scholarships at their weekly meeting held on Friday, June 13th at Race Brook Country Club. Outgoing Rotary President Michael Paolini presented the recipients with their scholarship awards. The Orange Rotary has awarded over $80,000 in scholarships to Orange students over the past 16 years.
Between $30,000 and $40,000 is raised each year and goes to groups such as Orange Community Services and other organizations too numerous to mention.
    "That's the main mission of the Rotary Club - to raise money to help
people and groups in need," Paolini said. "We do that through events like the Lobsterfest, charitable auctions, and our annual Rose Sale, as well as other smaller activities."
Up to 50 individuals and groups benefit from the Rotary Club contributions annually. There are about 50 members of the local club, which boasts more than one million members across the globe.
    Paolini said. "At events like the Lobsterfest families can come out in the middle of summer and have a great time, eat a terrific meal and know they are helping people who are very much in need."
   Tickets are $40 for adults, $5 for the children's menu. For further information about the event contact Lobsterfest Chairman Ralph Negri at 795-1000, or Rich Pittala at 415-9082.
Tickets are also available at: Liberty Mortgage, 501 Boston Post Road, Orange Fence & Supply Co., 205 Boston Post Road and Michaels Jewelers, 435 Boston Post Road.

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