Young Leaders Society to host ‘Putts for a Purpose.’

CROMWELL » The Middlesex United Way Young Leaders Society will host its 2nd Annual ‘Putts for a Purpose” Miniature Golf tournament, on Friday, August 11, at Torza’s Golf, 150 Sebethe Dr, Cromwell, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Proceeds from the event will go towards the purchase of needed school supplies to be distributed throughout elementary schools in Middlesex County, benefiting Middlesex United Way efforts of promoting school readiness within the community. Last year’s event raised more than $1,900 with many families and young professionals coming out and enjoying the event which offered food, prizes, and live music.

The $25 ticket price includes golf, dinner, and a complimentary draft beer with a cash bar also available. Both teams and individual players are welcome to sign up and register for the event.

This year’s event will feature many sponsors including GN Construction, Disaster Restoration Services, and Best Cleaners.

To register email, amanda. furlong@middlesexunitedway.org, or visit http://www.middlesexunitedway.org/yls/events.

The Middlesex United Way Young Leaders Society provides networking, volunteering, and leadership development opportunities for young professionals ages 21-40 who live and work in Middlesex County, Connecticut. Our mission is to create opportunities for young professionals to get involved with Middlesex United Way, connect with peers and community leaders and give back.

Middlesex United Way is a locally based organization dedicated to strengthening lives, helping people, and improving community conditions in the fifteen towns in Middlesex County. Middlesex United Way serves the towns of Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Middlefield, Middletown, Old Saybrook, Portland, and Westbrook.