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Five Things You Need to Know About Norwalk: May 16

Whittingham Fundraiser Success, Elmo's World, PAWS, Electrical Safety and Silvermine Wine Tasting.

  1. Congratulations to everyone involved with the They raised over $350,000 for the support of patient care initiatives, innovative therapies, research, clinical trials and extensive support services for the cancer center.
  2. In celebration of their 30th anniversary, on Westport Avenue is hosting a with slot machines, prize wheels, a chance to win a Free car wash for life and appearances by Elmo and Kung Fu Panda. Free Food and refreshments will also be served.
  3. PAWS is hosting a fundraiser for the Reidel & Cody Fund, a supportive community of caregivers for petowners whose best friends are suffering with cancer. The Fund was created in memory of Riedel, a Bernese Mountain Dog, and Cody, a Rottweiler, who waged their own heroic battles against cancer. The event will be held Saturday, May 21 at Stamford Harbor Park, 333 Ludlow Street in Stamford. 
  4. will host a Sunday, May 22 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from wine purchased will benefit the children's programs of the and Silvermine Arts Center.
  5. As you may have heard, May is National Electrical Safety Month. Here is another safety tip from Connecticut Light & Power: "Before using any electrical tool, be sure to inspect it for frayed power cords, broken plugs and cracked or broken sockets. When using an electric appliance outdoors, be sure it is plugged into an outlet that has a weatherproof cover and a ground fault circuit interrupter. If a problem occurs in the equipment, the interrupter will instantly cut the power, preventing a serious electric shock. Never use an electric appliance near a pool or other wet surfaces."
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