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Bike Walk Connecticut's Annual Dinner & Silent Auction

Bike Walk Connecticut will celebrate its 2013 accomplishments at its Annual Dinner and Silent Auction on Tuesday, November 12 at Central Connecticut State University. 

Guest Speaker DECD Deputy Commissioner Kip Bergstrom will discuss the important and growing role of active transportation in Connecticut's economy at the event. Kip has 30 years of experience as a strategist, business executive, economic development professional and place-maker. His DECD portfolio includes the development of the innovation economy, statewide branding, as well as the arts and culture, historic preservation and tourism functions.

The event kicks-off at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction, networking and cash bar, dinner the the evening's program will follow. 

There will be a wide variety of silent auction items up for bid. Some of the big ticket items include a South Africa Photo Safari for Two and a Mother's Day Weekend Trip to Martha's Vineyard. 

All proceeds from the event will benefit Bike Walk Connecticut, your voice for bikeable, walkable communities. 

Registration:Bike Walk Connecticut Members:$40; $45 after November 5Nonmembers: Nonmembers:  $60; $65 after November 5Tables of 10:  $400; $450 after November 5

For more information, visit: http://www.bikewalkct.org/annual-dinner.html 

Bike Walk Connecticut is a member supported, not-for-profit organization that promotes bikeable, walkable communities for a healthier, cleaner Connecticut.

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