TOUR DE TRIBURY POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 1, 2011

Due to inclement weather the Tour de Tribury 19 will be postponed until October 1st. Come join us for your choice of a beautiful 50mile, 25 mile, or 10 mile ride through the Tribury hills in the peak of autumn color. A 5k walk is also available. All events leave from Sacred Heart Church, directly off I-84, exit 14, Southbury CT. All funds riased benefit the Southbury Fuel Bank. Tshirts guarenteed to the first 100 registered. All rides are fully supported and refreshements and door prizes are available for all after the event. 50 mile ride starts at 8am, 25 mile ride starts at 9:30, 10 mile ride and 5k walk begin at 10:30. For last minute information and weather concerns please visit: www.sacredheartchurch.info/biketour/2011/

About The Southbury Fuel Bank

The Southbury Emergency Fuel Bank was established more than twenty five years ago to provide assistance towards heating expenses to both individuals and families of Southbury experiencing financial hardships. Funds for the Fuel Bank are solely raised through community donations. We are proud to report that every dollar donated goes directly into the Fuel Bank; 100% donation supported, which is overseen by a volunteer board. The Fuel Bank has been extremely fortunate to be a benefactor of the Tour De Tribury Bike and 5K walk which has raised over $90,000 over the past 16 years. With the support of community donations from residents, local businesses, charities, and the faith community, the Fuel Bank has been able to sustain and continuously provide for residents in need.

Individuals and families can request assistance from the Fuel Bank through the Town of Southbury Social and Elderly Service Departments. Potential clients are screened based on income/assets and need. During the recent economic period, coupled with the high cost of fuel, more residents than ever have requested help to ensure sufficient heat in their homes.

The Donations may be made directly to the Fuel Bank by mailing a check to the Social Service office or to:
The following link will take you to the Social Services Contact information for Southbury: http://www.southbury-ct.org/content/992/121/385/default.aspx.

Monday, October 4, 2010

TOUR DE TRIBURY 18 A SUCCESS!!!



Thank you, thank you, thank you to the over 145 bike riders and walkers from Southbury and the surrounding towns volunteered their time and sweat to make the 2010 Tour de Tribury a success for the Southbury Fuel Bank. Over $8,100 was raised to support the emergency fuel needs of residents for the upcoming winter. Thanks also to those who provided food for the volunteers - the Southbury Knights of Columbus, The Ladies Group from Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Southbury Stop’n’Shop and Starbucks Coffee. We are so thankful to come from a community where so many come together and truly care about their neighbors. Hope you all had an enjoyable experience and we hope to see you next year.
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