SHREWSBURY — Eatontown residents Lynn and Steve “Biddy” Bidgood will be honored for their positive impact on the community at The Community YMCA’s annual benefit at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 27 at Camp Arrowhead in Marlboro.
The benefit will celebrate The Community YMCA’s 140th anniversary of service in Monmouth County.
The Bidgoods will be honored with the Distinguished Citizen Award, presented to those who demonstrate outstanding civic and volunteer leadership in the community. According to a press release, the Eatontown residents have dedicated much of their personal and professional lives to local community service. Through their charitable efforts, the Bidgoods have raised over $1 million for local organizations and have helped improve the quality of life for many of their fellow neighbors.
The Borough of Red Bank will be presented with the Community Partner Award, which honors organizations that support the YMCA’s efforts in the areas of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Other volunteers, past and present, will also be recognized, including: Chester Apy and Thomas Register, both of Red Bank; Harry Greenwood of Middletown; Richard Maser of Long Branch; Dan Matarese and Chris Mosley, both of Marlboro; Jay Patock of Oceanport; and Dr. James W. Parker Sr. and his son, Dr. James W. Parker Jr., who are both deceased.
The benefit will begin with cocktails in the Carr Pavilion and music by Pat Roddy and Chris Giunco. Dinner by Merri-Makers Caterers will follow, along with dancing to the music of Tim McLoone and the Shirleys. The evening will include a look back at the YMCA’s 140 years of service, silent and live auctions and a 50/50 cash raffle.
For tickets, call 732-671-5505, ext. 119 or visit the website at www.TheCommunityYMCA. org/Benefit.