Chosun Taekwondo ninth annual Book and Bake Sale held in Lewis Park

WARWICK — Members of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy, located at 60 Galloway Road in Warwick, hosted their ninth annual Book and Bake Sale on Sunday, Sept. 9, to benefit the Warwick Lions Club and Rotary International holiday party for underprivileged children.
Funds were also earmarked for co-sponsor The Town of Warwick Historical Society.
The event was organized and executed by the Chosun Leadership Team, a group of youngsters within the academy whose mission it is to provide community service, generate funds for local charities and enhance leadership skills by embracing the ancient creed of traditional Taekwondo.
Almost 10,000 books were donated by Warwick residents, with one-day sales generating significant proceeds.
Contributing sponsors for the event included: Warwick General Rentals, Warwick Valley Farmer’s Market, Warwick Historical Society, Guardian Self-Storage, Benito’s Pizza and CVS.
On hand to encourage success of the sale was Warwick Town Supervisor Michael Sweeton and Lions Club Event Chairwoman Claire Gabelmann.
“The Chosun Taekwondo Academy Leadership Team is nothing short of amazing.” said Gabelmann “The Chosun Book and Bake Sale has continuously generated substantial funds for this worthy event. They are well organized and successful in their community efforts. All involved at the Lions Club and Rotary are impressed with their enthusiasm and abilities under the direction of Master Cheryl Crouchen, Master Doug Cook and Instructor Bryce Parkinson.”
For additional information regarding programs offered at the Chosun Taekwondo Academy, call 986-2288 or visit www.chosuntkd.com.
- Roger Gavan