"Thank You From Zackaroo"

This letter is from Chris Horvath, Pastor of the First Church of Christ

The Zackaroo Music & Arts Festival 2011 for the benefit of Zack Bernier and his family was a great success!  The Ethel Peters Recreational Complex in Clinton on August 6 was perfect for a wonderful day, and the highlight was the attendance of Zack and his family whom we keep in our prayers.

The planning committee of young adults did a tremendous job: Sam Sarkisian, Dann Disciglio, Luca Piacentini, Leah Valletta, Jimmy McNamara, Jim Short, and Tyler Knapp.

The committee is grateful to: First Selectmen Willie Fritz; Chief Todd Lawrie and the Clinton Police Department; the Clinton Fire Department, Chuck Hill and the EMT crew; the army of tireless volunteers; the outstanding musical bands, comedy groups, artists, and creators; Kristin Brooks and the First Selectman’s Task Force on SubstanceAbuse; Peter Neff, Tom Carmody, and the Department of Public Works, Clinton Park and Recreation, and Clinton Schools. 

We appreciate the Clinton Lions Club, Chips Pub III, Malone’s Sandwich and Coffee House, Saldamarco’s, ShopRite, and Tucks Dogs.  

We are thankful to Fantastic Inflatables, Finkeldey Waste Removal, Hawke’s Golf Carts, Lemley Electric, Shore TV, Project Green Skate, Jeremy MadEra and friends, Sweeney Todd cast and crew, Bogel Builders, Clinton Glass, K & B Fire Protection, Madison Coffee House, Party Bazaar, Photography by Nicholas, R & T Tree Removal, Rock Bottom, and Technique Printers. 

Our gratitude extends to the First Church membership, Steve Van Ness, Patricia Ames, Linda Diamond, Beth Beals Short, and the Morgan Alliance Council.

Thank you Clinton for your help and trust!  The net Zackaroo income is $12,258.72!  Clinton may not be the wealthiest community but we are the richest in sharing our compassion and love.  Clinton is the Small Town with the Big Heart!

Chris Horvath

Pastor of the First Church of Christ