Apple. Tree. Children by nature watch and mimic their parents’ behaviors, beliefs and attitudes. Health conscious parents take pride in modeling good nutrition and exercise for their kids. In doing so, their kids are more likely to adopt similar beliefs about eating well and being active.
One of New York City’s premeir country bands, CC & the Boys, will perform at the annual Kids In Crisis Spring Fling, the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year, on Friday, March 1 at Greenwich Country Club. The shindig, Spring Fling: Back to our Boots, Commemorating 40 Years also features a wine auction, boot stompin’ entertainment and a unique Southern barbecue menu designed especially for the event by Chef Phil Iannuccilli. All proceeds raised will help fund the award-winning shelter, counseling and community-based programs provided by Kids In Crisis. The theme for year’s fundraiser, Back to Our Boots, commemorates 40 years of helping more than 148,000 children and families throughout Fairfield County to confront crisis and have brighter tomorrows. “This year’s incredible committee chose a theme with a familiar ring, bringing us back to our roots and back to our boots,” said Shari Shapiro, executive director of Kids In Crisis.