Oyster Bay Hosting First Annual 'Great Pumpkin Dunkin'' Fundraiser

OYSTER BAY, NY — In support of the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County (CP Nassau), Oyster Bay will be holding the first annual "Great Pumpkin Dunkin'" on Sunday, Oct. 2.

The event used to take place in the winter, and was the popular "Polar Bear Plunge." But the event has been redesigned to appeal to those who don't want to jump into freezing-cold water. It will be held at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay, with festivities to kick off at noon, and the plunge, or "dunkin,'" into the waters of Oyster Bay Harbor to follow at 1 p.m.

"This fun, new twist on CP Nassau's classic plunge provides an opportunity to support a worthwhile charity as we usher in the beautiful fall season. I'm pleased to lend the town's assistance, both in terms of logistics and providing our beautiful venue, to help ensure its success," said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, who serves as Honorary Chairman of the event. "The 'Great Pumpkin Dunkin'' is a terrific way to spend an afternoon and help those in need. While the water may be cold, the cause will warm your heart."

Those in attendance can look forward to soup, coffee, tea, hot dogs, music and raffles, as well as mums and pumpkins for purchase. An indoor assembly area will also be available for the event, which will be held rain or shine. The day's proceedings will benefit the more than 1,500 children and adults with disabilities who participate in programs and receive services through the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, which has been assisting individuals with disabilities since 1948.

Participants can organize their fundraising efforts by visiting www.cpnassau.org/events. For information about participation as a swimmer or a sponsor, please contact Pat Quinn of the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County at (516) 378-2000 x 355 or visit www.cpnassau.org.