Pancake breakfast is a big success
Posted on Apr 24, 2017
Our grand event - the 22nd Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday 23 April was a huge success. Hosted by the St. John's Riverside Hospital, the Breakfast turned out to be one of the most successful fundraisers for the Club - thanks to the outpouring of support from the community - businesses and individuals. We sincerely thank our sponsors. A 16-page color journal has been prepared to commemorate the event - for the first time.
The breakfast was attended by Club members and a cross-section of the community. Addressing the gathering were NYS Senator George Latimer, NYS Assembly Member Shelley Mayer, Westchester County Legislator Ken Jenkins, Yonkers City Court Judge Hon. Mary Anne Scattaretico-Naber, Yonkers City Council 6th District candidates, Anthony Merante and Matthew Orefice.
Welcoming guests, Club President Mahbub Ahmad said the event would not have been possible without the overwhelming support and encouragement of our sponsors. He thanked St. Johns Hospital for hosting the breakfast as they have been doing for the past 5 years.
In addition to the breakfast there were prizes galore - ranging from a 43" Flat screen TV, 2 tablets, a movie projector, to movie tickets, to restaurant certificates to gift baskets - all donated by businesses and members. A 50/50 raffle added to the chances of winning - the winner donated his winnings back to the Club. But perhaps the most appealing part of the breakfast for both kids and adults alike - was the photo-booth - where guests had their picture taken for free - and got them right away. The photo booth was donated by the Westchester Photo Booth Co.