Don't Miss the 2nd Annual Run for the Roses

The 134th running of the Kentucky Derby is nearly here and tickets for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's 2nd Annual Run for the Roses are only available until Friday, April 25. Don't miss your opportunity to join us for the "greatest Derby party in West Hartford" celebrating "the greatest two minutes in sports." This party includes live coverage of the Kentucky Derby festivities from Churchill Downs, two hours of open bar, two hours of stationary and passed hors d'oeuvres, the viewing of the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby, a fantastic silent auction, dinner, dessert, and live music by pianist and singer Jeff Wieselberg who will be taking your requests. Joe D'Ambrosio, our emcee for the evening, promises to add a unique element of entertainment.

Purchase your tickets today to join us at The Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford, CT on Saturday, May 3 starting at 4:30 pm for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's 2nd Annual Run for the Roses. We will be celebrating the American tradition of the Kentucky Derby while supporting the preservation of a national historic landmark - Hartford's Cedar Hill Cemetery. Tickets are available for $125 each or a table for 10 can be reserved for $1,000. To purchase your tickets, call 860-956-3311, ext. 13 or email info@cedarhillcemetery.org. We look forward to seeing you there.

Last day for Early Bird Special

Today is the last day for members to take advantage of the members-only, early bird special for discounted Run for the Roses tickets. Members sending in their checks today can purchase tickets for $100 each. After today, all individual tickets can be purchased through April 25th for $125 each. A table of ten can be purchased for $1,000.

You don't want to miss this event! Cheer on your favorite Kentucky Derby contender as you enjoy hors d'oeuvres, cocktails - including mint juleps, and a silent auction. Following the race, you will enjoy dinner and live music by pianist Jeff Wieselberg. Jeff will turn the Hartford Golf Club into an exciting piano bar as he plays your requests. Joe D'Ambrosio, WTIC radio personality, Voice of the UConn Huskies and friend of Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation, will be our emcee for the evening. Bring your friends for what promises to be a good time for all. Tickets are selling fast - don't miss out!

The Run for the Roses will be held on Saturday, May 3 at the Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford, Connecticut. All proceeds support Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's mission to preserve and protect the art, history and natural resources of Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery in perpetuity.