Ansonia, Legion Post 50 participate in Treats for Troops

Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti, left, and U.S. Navy veteran and former Alderman Patrick Henri pose with leftover Halloween candy treats to be sent to deployed troops.

ANSONIA - What is Treats for Troops? 

It’s a Halloween candy collection program for deployed troops and patients in VA hospitals.

American Legion Post 50 and Mayor David S. Cassetti have joined with the Soldiers’ Angels Treats for Troops Halloween candy drive to encourage kids and families to put sweets to a good use by donating unwanted Halloween candy to service members, wounded heroes, and veterans.

Drop off your goodies at the Mayor’s Office in City Hall, 253 Main St., and American Legion members will package it and deliver it to the troops.

Last year more than 250 pounds of donated candy were brought to City Hall.

Dropoff dates are today through Nov. 14.

Hours are 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday.

This is a press release from Cassetti's office.

Ansonia, American Legion Post 50 join Treats for Troops initiative

Sharing info from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:

"The Ansonia American Legion Post 50 in partnership with Mayor [David S.] Cassetti have joined with the Soldiers’ Angels Treats for Troops Halloween candy drive to encourage kids and families to put sweets to a good use by donating unwanted and excess Halloween candy to our service members, wounded heroes, and veterans. 

"Drop off your goodies at the Mayor’s office and [members of] the American Legion will package it and deliver it to the troops.

"For families with too much candy in your home, this is your opportunity to support a good cause while disposing of your Halloween candy in a tasteful fashion. Donate it!"

Ansonia City Hall
253 Main St.
Ansonia, CT 06401

Accepting candy donations: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Drop-off dates: 11/1/2017 - 11/06/2017