HACA’s “Taste Of Hoosick” For 2013

Looking for a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in the Town of Hoosick? Come to the “Taste of Hoosick” on Sunday, May 5, from 3 to 6 pm. This popular event, started in 2009, will again be held in the St. Mary’s Academy auditorium. Many local restaurants have committed to participate and showcase their most popular dishes  … and the Hoosick area has some outstanding chefs and chef-owned restaurants.
There will also be live entertainment from the HFCS Jazz Band as well as the wonderful music of other talented local musicians.
The silent auction promises something for everyone, featuring goods and services from the greater Hoosick area. Drop your ticket in the jar to be eligible for numerous door prizes.
Tickets will be available at the HACA Center as well as other locations to be announced.  Pre-event tickets cost $12.50; $15 at the door. Ticket orders can be sent to HAC A,  P.O. Box #1,  Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090. Make checks payable to HACA and notate” Taste of Hoosick” in the memo section.
This event is sponsored by the Hoosick Area Church Association, Inc a non-profit organization which sponsors the HACA Food Pantry.  The Food Pantry served 4,585 individuals in 2012.  The number of families seeking service totaled 255, including 279 children, 446 adults and 56 elderly.  Pickups at the Regional Food Bank totaled over 36,000 pounds of perishable and non-perishable food in addition to thousands of pounds of food donated by community organizations, churches and individuals.  Thanks to “Taste of Hoosick 2012” 317 families were provided with food baskets for the holiday season. The goal for 2013 is to further develop the HACA Food Pantry programs to sustain the health, good nutrition and dignity of local families.
For further information contact Dianne Hosterman at 686-5163 or HACA, P.O. Box #1, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090.