Junior League's ‘Night at the Races' to be held May 2

CENTRAL VALLEY —The Junior League of Orange County (JLOC) will host its fourth annual signature fund raiser, “A Night at the Races,” on Friday, May 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Inn At Central Valley. “A Night at the Races” is an evening of betting on 10 pre-recorded thoroughbred races projected on a large screen with a live professional caller. Tickets for RACES 2008 are $65 per person or $625 for a table of 10 and include betting bucks, butlered hors d’oeuvres, carving stations, hot buffet, cookies/pastries, and refreshments. “‘A Night at the Races’ is always held the first Friday of May to coincide with the historic Kentucky Derby which runs the very next day - has become our signature fundraiser,” said Mary Ann Marrero, JLOC President. “We’re gratified that so many in the community attend each year to show their support for the good work that Junior League does for children and their families in Orange County.” Proceeds benefit Junior League of Orange County’s programs that focus on pediatric obesity and childhood nutrition. Junior League of Orange County, N.Y., Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Membership is open to all women over the age of 21. General membership meetings are held the first Monday of each month from September through June. For further information or to make a reservation, leave a message at 344-8554.