Party on the Infield: Alzheimer’s Association Annual Kentucky Derby Party

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The Alzheimer’s Association invites area residents for an amazing evening of good, old-fashioned Kentucky Derby fun. The Champagne and Champions: Kentucky Derby Party will be held Saturday, May 4 at WeaverRidge Golf Club, 5100 N. WeaverRidge Blvd., Peoria. Derby-style attire is suggested.

The event will include Derby-style dinner and drinks, live music by JC and the Redemption, a silent auction, games and a few surprises along the way. New this year is the Party on the Infield, a lively, outdoor continuation of the festivities. Learn about the contenders in this year’s race and choose your favorite before the race begins. Pick right, and you could win a prize!

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Race time is 5:15 p.m., and from there the party really begins! Tickets are $75 per person, with all proceeds going to the Alzheimer’s Association-Central Illinois Chapter to help fund vital community programs and services.

For tickets, call the Central Illinois Chapter at 681.1100 or toll-free at 800.272.3900, or email jmessmore@alz.org.

The Alzheimer's Association – Central Illinois Chapter is a donor-supported, not-for-profit health organization serving 20 counties in Illinois. For additional information or for help, please visit the website at www.alz.org/illinoiscentral or call 800.272.3900.

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