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Vie for the kids

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 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:   MEDIA CONTACT:   Teresa Riccio, Communications Specialist, Connecticut Children’s Medical     Center 860.837.6375 TRiccio01@connecticutchildrens.org   VIE FOR THE KIDS TO “RUN IN” AND “DISH OUT” SUPPORT FOR CONNECTICUT CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER ON OCTOBER 5  HARTFORD, Conn. – On Saturday, October 5, runners and foodies alike will have an opportunity to support Connecticut Children’s Medical Center at two premier vie for the kids events in Simsbury, the vie for the kids 6K Trail Run/Walk and the vie for the kids A Feast at the Farm.  vie for the kids has been tremendously successful because the events offer something for everyone; families can trek the beautiful setting for the 6K Trail Run/Walk, and adults can treat themselves to an evening of delectable foods and entertainment at A Feast at the Farm,” said Paul Shapiro, Partner, vie llc,  and Event Co-chair. “Ultimately, the real draw for all of us is that the funds we raise support children in our communities who are battling cancer and life-threatening blood diseases.”  The vie for the kids 6K Trail Run/Walk at Ethel Walker Woods is for runners of all ages and experience levels, offering participants an enjoyable trek through the pristine and protected jewel of the Simsbury Land Trust. Leashed dogs and all-terrain strollers are welcome. Additionally, vie for the kids is a USA Track and Field (USATF) sanctioned race. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.; the race starts at 9:00 a.m.  The vie for the kids A Feast at the Farm is a dinner reception at Rosedale Farms & Vineyards featuring two of Connecticut’s most extraordinary chefs, Jason Sobocinski, owner of the award-winning Caseus Bistro in New Haven and host of The Food Network’s The Big Cheese; and Tyler Anderson, owner of Simsbury’s acclaimed Millwright’s Restaurant and former Food Network Chopped Champion. The duo will prepare a farm-to-table feast featuring the finest meats and local fare from the farms of Connecticut. The evening cocktail reception and dinner gets underway at 6:30 p.m.     “It is inspiring to see so many sponsors and community members support this event for the Hematology/Oncology Clinical Trials Program at Connecticut Children's Medical Center,” said Martha Schall, President of Connecticut Children’s Medical Center Foundation.  “Because of their support, families can access the best and most innovative treatments from around the world right here at Connecticut Children’s, without having to leave the comfort of their own homes.”  Event registration is now available for both events. vie for the kids 6K preregistration is $20 for children 17 and younger and $25 for anyone over the age of 18. A Feast at the Farm tickets are $100 per person.  To reserve your spot for one or both of these great events, for more information, or for sponsorship opportunities, visit www.vieforthekids.com.   n 2012, vie for the kids raised more than $100,000 for Connecticut Children's.  

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