Showcasing Sandy Hook

To the Editor:

I’ve been proud to call Sandy Hook home for over 20 years. Over these past two decades, I’ve certainly seen the community grow and change. I joined Sandy Hook Organization for Prosperity (SHOP) just over a year ago to give back something to the community I love so much. These merchants and community leaders are dedicated to improving Sandy Hook, and ensuring the local businesses have a community that fosters growth and development.

Over the years, events like the Christmas Tree Lighting and the Duck Race have drawn huge crowds to Sandy Hook. This year, SHOP is happy to announce a new event, this Saturday, October 8, called Passport to Sandy Hook. I invite all of you to come take advantage of the unique shops and eateries in Sandy Hook and see all we have to offer. Each participant will be given a passport with boxes to fill in with a stamp from each merchant, and then completed passports will be entered to win one of three fantastic prizes! As you stroll from place to place, you’ll enjoy Halloween treats, face painting, a bounce house, free samples, discounted meals, live music and more!

This free event is our way of showcasing how great Sandy Hook is, and I hope you will come and join us for a fun-filled day for people of all ages. We simply ask that you bring a donation for the FAITH Food Pantry to contribute, and leave it at the fire truck behind 102 Church Hill Road to help us Stuff the Truck. Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue will be happy to show you their truck and accept your food donation!

The fun begins at 11 am and will go until 4 pm, with the drawing to take place at 4:30. Please join us for this great community event on Saturday! You can visit www.ExperienceSandyHook.com for more information.

Maribeth Hemingway

10 Overlook Knoll, Sandy Hook                                   October 4, 2011