On Saturday, March 26, 2011, the Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their 2^nd Annual Dinner and Comedy Show Fundraiser at the Torrington Elks Club.
This year, the event is co-sponsored by Carl’s True Value and Dick Cooper TV and Appliance. As you may know, many volunteer fire departments rely heavily on outside donations in order to maintain and operate their stations.
The proceeds from this event will be put towards the general fund of the Drakeville V.F.D. and be used towards training, equipment, and vehicle maintenance, as well as general operating expenses.
The doors will open at 6:30pm with a cash bar and raffle followed by a full dinner buffet beginning at 7:30pm. The two comedian show will begin at 8:30pm.
This year, we are pleased to welcome Jay-Dee and Justin McClure to the stage. Both are quite funny and will be sure to please everyone!
Tables seat eight and can be reserved accordingly. Tickets are $40 per person.
Tickets can be purchased by visiting Carl’s True Value, located at 78 North Elm Street, Torrington; or you can see any member of the department. Additional questions and tickets can also be obtained by contacting Kristen Harmon at (c) 860-387-3183 or (h) 860-201-4282.

The Torrington Parks and Recreation Department will host an Aquafina Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run Local Competition for area youth.

This competition will begin at 10:00 am at Toro Field off Perkins Street on Sunday April 25. In the even of inclement weather, a rain date has been scheduled for May 2 at 10:00 am. This event is free and open to boys and girls ages 7 to 14.

Pitch, Hit & Run is the Official Skills Competition of Major League Baseball. This grassroots program is designed to provide youngsters with an opportunity to compete free of charge, in a competition that recognizes individual excellence in core baseball skills.

Competitors are divided into four age divisions and have the chance to advance through four levels of competition, including team championships at Major League ballparks and the national finals at the 2010 MLB All-Star Game.

The individual pitching, hitting and running champions, along with the All-Around Champion in each age group at the local competition, will be awarded and advance to the sectional level of competition.

Those wanting to participant in this event must pre-register at the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department prior to April 23rd. A valid birth certificate and parental signature are required.