'Gentleman Joe' wins Fat Tuesday paczki-eating contest at Ansonia Armory

'Gentleman Joe' Menchetti of Cheshire wins the five-minute competition after downing 10 paczkis. 

Ansonia Aldermanic President Josh Shuart takes second place after gobbling six and a half of the traditional extra-plump filled donuts.

Mayor David S. Cassetti congratulates Shuart on his second place win.

Board of Education member Sharon Voroschak chows down paczki number one.

Voroschak, the only female participant, is interviewed by media after the competition.

Read correspondent Jean Falbo-Sosnovich's story in the Valley Independent Sentinel here.

Assumption Church in Ansonia to host celebration

ANSONIA - Bring yourself, treat a friend or neighbor to the party at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Assumption Church hall.
There will be music with a DJ, a free photo booth, games, and more.

$10/adult includes appetizers, choice of chicken, beef or vegetarian entree, side salad, potatoes or pasta, dessert plus hot and cold beverages.

Parents with school-age children attending the event are invited to drop-off your kids at the O'Keefe Arts and Athletic Center, where they will have their own activities courtesy of Torin Bourke and the youth ministry.

Reservation forms available in the church vestibule after all weekend Masses. Or send a message on Facebook to reserve your space.

Hosted by the Ladies of the KoC Council #23.


This information is shared from Facebook.