Men and women recently gathered on the grounds of the Hudson Farm Club, a 3,800 acre hunting preserve in Andover, to participate in a clay shoot, enjoy a gourmet meal and raise funds for Project Self-Sufficiency, a non-profit agency specializing in services for low-income families. Participants of all skill levels were invited to shoot at an assortment of over 100 clay targets at 20 different locations throughout the sprawling grounds. The day was capped with a 5-course, gourmet dinner prepared by renowned chefs Kirk Avondoglio, Bradley Boyle, Andre de Waal, and Tim Harder.
The Harvest Shoot & Taste of Autumn Gourmet Gathering is one of the cornerstone events of Project Self-Sufficiency’s annual campaign, noted Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon. “Given the current state of our economy, the services provided to low-income families by Project Self-Sufficiency are more important than ever. Raising funds necessary to operate these programs is crucial to our success. We are extremely grateful to the four chefs who have shared their time and talent with all of us, and to the Hudson Farm Club for hosting this event year after year.”
Patrons at the Harvest Shoot & Taste of Autumn Gourmet Gathering had the option of participating in the all-day event, or just the dinner alone. A special shooting clinic was recently added to the beginning of the course so that novices could learn to safely use a hunting rifle. Afterwards, participants gathered in the club’s richly-appointed dining room for the evening meal, which included hors d’oeuvres, salad and soup, fish, meat, and dessert. Each course was paired with a wine chosen specifically to complement the food. The four chefs who provided the food for the Taste of Autumn Gourmet Gathering have volunteered their services for the event each year. The group collaborated on the hors d’oeuvres course, with the remaining courses provided individually.
Sponsors of the event included The Hudson Farm Club; Beverly and Bruce Gordon; J.P. Perry, Henry O. Baker Insurance Group; Jostens/Esposito Associates; Gregory and Susan Murphy; John Ursin, Schenck, Price, Price, Smith & King, LLP. Sponsors of individual stations included Eastern Propane and the Nicholson Family; George’s Salvage Company; Hilary Kruce and Vincent Signorile; Lakeland Bank; Nisivoccia, LLC; Rhoda and Norman Seider; Selective Insurance Company of America; Shop Rite/Ronetco Supermarkets; The Silent Maid; Thorlabs, Inc.; Dr. Richard Vaz; and Zitone Construction and Supply.
All proceeds from the Harvest Shoot & Taste of Autumn Gourmet Gathering benefit Project Self-Sufficiency, a private non-profit community-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of low-income families residing in northwestern New Jersey. Since 1986 Project Self-Sufficiency has served more than 19,500 families, including over 30,000 children. To make a donation, or to find out more about the programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org.
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