It's Derby Day at the Pequot Library
Saturday, May 05, 2012
For the fourth consecutive year, Pequot Library’s energetic group of young supporters of the Library known as “Pequot Contemporaries” will host a Kentucky Derby Day Party on the Great Lawn of the Library on the day of the race itself – May 5.
The event has quickly become a rite of spring and celebration of the “Run for the Roses,” and contributes a significant amount to the Library’s Annual Operating budget. The Lawn will be alive with party-goers resplendent in traditional Derby Day garb (with wonderful big hats), classic cars, mint juleps, and plenty of great food. Attendees can either purchase a spot for a tailgating part on their own car, or buy individual tickets and enjoy all the fun without the car. As a finishing touch, members of the Bridle Trail Association with be there with horses and riders in full dress, adding even more color to the scene.
In the past, the party has moved indoors so attendees could watch the Derby live on a large-screen television in the Auditorium. This year, you have the option of staying outdoors longer: there will be TVs on the lawn as well.
The event features a lottery with fabulous prizes for win, place, and show. Spaces for tailgaters is limited, so be sure to register and reserve yours!
Saturday, May 5, 4:00 to 7:00 PM
For more information or for tickets, click here or call 203-259-0346
Pequot Library's Derby Day Fundraising Party
Pequot Library
720 Pequot Ave.
Southport, CT 06890 US
pequotlibrary.org
The event has quickly become a rite of spring and celebration of the “Run for the Roses,” and contributes a significant amount to the Library’s Annual Operating budget. The Lawn will be alive with party-goers resplendent in traditional Derby Day garb (with wonderful big hats), classic cars, mint juleps, and plenty of great food. Attendees can either purchase a spot for a tailgating part on their own car, or buy individual tickets and enjoy all the fun without the car. As a finishing touch, members of the Bridle Trail Association with be there with horses and riders in full dress, adding even more color to the scene.
In the past, the party has moved indoors so attendees could watch the Derby live on a large-screen television in the Auditorium. This year, you have the option of staying outdoors longer: there will be TVs on the lawn as well.
The event features a lottery with fabulous prizes for win, place, and show. Spaces for tailgaters is limited, so be sure to register and reserve yours!
Saturday, May 5, 4:00 to 7:00 PM
For more information or for tickets, click here or call 203-259-0346
Pequot Library's Derby Day Fundraising Party
Pequot Library
720 Pequot Ave.
Southport, CT 06890 US
pequotlibrary.org
