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An Evening with Sailing Legend Gary Jobson

The America's Cup winner will be at the Essex Yacht Club to Kick off the Leukemia Cup Regatta Season.

This article was written by Jayne Keedle:

How much would you pay to spend an evening with sailing legend Gary Jobson? How does twenty bucks sound?Β 

As part of itsΒ Leukemia Cup Regatta series, the Connecticut Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is bringing Jobson to the Essex Yacht Club onΒ Thursday, May 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Β  Β Β 

Jobson, anΒ America's Cup winner andΒ Emmy award-winning ESPN commentator,Β will speak about his sailing experience, the numerous races he has commentated on and show exclusive videos.Β 

If that isn't enough of a treat, the $20 will also buy youΒ appetizers, salad, pasta, carving station and a drink. To registerΒ call (203) 665-1400 or go online:Β http://www.leukemiacup.org/ct.Β 

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