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Rotary Club of Meriden
2010 Pet Fair & Dog Walk in Review201o Central CT Pet Fair, Dog Walk and 5k Road Race a Resounding Success!
The Central CT Pet Fair had an unbelievably beautiful fall day for everyone to enjoy the Pet Fair yesterday at Meriden's Hubbard Park sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partner's financial advisor Marc Sack and the Record-Journal. The event was held to benefit the Meriden Humane Society and the charities of the Meriden Rotary Foundation. The day started with Steven Bucchieri of Meriden winning the 5k road race in a blistering 18:37 which equates to a 6:00 minute/mile pace! Jackie Montclair of Cheshire took home the womens first place marble trophy. The road race was well attended and aided by the great weather had dozens of walk-ups to enjoy the run through the park. All racers received a doggie bag of goods along with a maroon t-shirt detailing the event and its sponsors. The trophies for the road race were given out by State Senator Tom Gaffey and race director Brian Daniels, himself a Meriden City Councilman. Event Director, Dave Lake kicked off the Dog Walk which, similar to the road race, saw dozens of walk-ups to enjoy the Walk along with their canine friends. The Dog Walk was led by local celebrity Rocky the Rock Cat. It was overheard that a few walkers walked faster because the dogs (and a miniature pony!) were walking faster in an attempt to catch Rocky. Dog walkers were also given doggie bags of goods, treats from Meriden Feed & Supply and a bandanna for the dogs to wear during the walk and to take home with them. There were many other events that were enjoyed by all including a hip-hop dancing performance by Beat The Street's players. There was also a Pet Look a Like Contest sponsored by New Concepts Plumbing of Cheshire, a dancing dog performance and a Best Pet Trick contest. Children also enjoyed the Moon Bounce provided by the Meriden YMCA. The event was estimated to have roughly 2,000 people take part in the event. Race Director Dave Lake was very happy with the event. Lake was heard to say"We exceeded all of our goals that we set for this the 2nd year of the event. We are already looking at how to improve next years event!" The 3rd Annual Central CT Pet Fair, Dog Walk and 5k Road Race will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2011. mark the day on your calendar as next years event will sure to have even more for everyone in the family to enjoy!
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