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2018 DD: One for the Ages

Dancing Through the Decades

Most years the champions are simply crowned, and when necessary, share the award; then there's 2015. What will The Clash of 2018 bring?
CRIS Radio will celebrate 40 years of broadcasting news and entertainment for people who … Continue Reading ››
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2018 DD: One for the Ages

The 2018 version of Dining and Dancing in the Dark is history and it made history.  The past champions who competed, dazzled the crowd with flashy dressed, incredible moves and even some nostalgia. Billy Johnstone eked out victory over an energized pool of rivals, including Nicole Nalepa, Marilyn Alverio, Floyd Green and Hanna Mordo. Thanks also to the crew from Arthur Murray, Scott Haney, Ann Howard, Eight to the Bar and all of those who came out to support Connecticut's radio reading service.

Photos and videos are available on our Facebook page, and here: (Read more)

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The Perfect Romantic Gift

Dancing Through the Decades

Most years the champions are simply crowned, and when necessary, share the award; then there's 2015. What will The Clash of 2018 bring?

 

CRIS Radio will celebrate 40 years of broadcasting news and entertainment for people who have print disabilities at this year's Dining & Dancing Gala.

The 2018 event will bring together the champions of all the previous events for bragging rights and what promises to be the hottest, most glamorous Gala of all.

Save the date- April 28, 2018.  Better yet, what a romantic gift for Valentine's Day. Your partner will be impressed; you'll be benefiting a great cause; and you will have a blast in the Ballroom!

Invitation:  PDF
Sponsorship Opportunities:  PDF

The Talent:

Scott Haney
Billy Johnstone
Nicole Nalepa
Floyd Green
Marilyn Alverio
Hanna Mordoh

The Music:

Eight to the Bar

Connecticut's premiere swing band will once again jam the tunes that will keep your feet moving all night long. Check out there site and listen to the band HERE.

Getting there, Ordering tickets & Eating:


(Please note a meal choice- beef, chicken, veggie- for each reservation.)


Select Number of Tickets:
Meals, eg: "2 beef, 1 veggie"
Desired seating:




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The Perfect Romantic Gift

Clash of the Champions 2018

Most years the champions are simply crowned, and when necessary, share the award; then there’s 2015. What will The Clash of 2018 bring?

Save the date- April 28, 2018.  Better yet, what a romantic gift for the holidays. Your partner will be impressed; you’ll be benefiting a great cause; and you will have a blast in the Ballroom!

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Dining & Dancing in the Dark 2017

2015 Winners' Photo
2015 Winners' Photo

Dining & Dancing in the Dark 2017: Guest Reservations and Sponsorship information available

You had a blast last year, or you've really been meaning to come to the Bond Hotel and be a part of it. Don't put it off.  Reserve your seats now and assure your spot at Hartford's most glamorous fundraising event.  It's intimate, it's rowdy and it supports Connecticut's only radio reading service for people who are blind. (Did we mention Eight to the Bar?)

Want to sit with Scot?  Check THIS OUT!

Dining and Dancing in the Dark will be held April 29, 2017, 5:30-10:30. Looking forward to seeing you there.  (Download PDF Flyer)

The 2017 Dancing Contestants

Sulma Averancio- Senior Vice President of Entravision

Hannah Mordoh, NBC-TV Travel Reporter

Dr. Andrea Dennis, Co-Host of WTIC's Pet Talk

Cathy Poulin, Bob's Discount Furniture

Scot Haney, Meteorologist & co-emcee

Amanda Raus, Fox CT anchor

Reserving seats:

If you are reserving seats on-line, please make sure to identify in the boxes provided, what you would like for dinner.  If you are attending with friends or in support of a particular dancer, please note that in the 2nd box and we will do our best to accommodate you.

No tickets will be mailed this year, but you will receive a confirmation email.

If you prefer to purchase tickets by phone, you can call CRIS at (860) 527-8000, Monday-Friday from 9-4.

* ROASTED BLACK ANGUS Roasted Shallot Demi
* CHICKEN PICATTA Tender Chicken in sauce
* VEGETARIAN MEALS AVAILABLE
* KIDS MEALS AVAILABLE (tomato alfredo pasta)
Reserve Seats On-Line:
Select Number of Tickets:
Meals, eg: "2 beef, 1 veggie"
Desired seating:

Sponsor the Event:

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2016 Dining and Dancing Facebook photos

2016 Dining and Dancing Facebook photos

2015 Dining and Dancing Facebook pictures

2015 Dining and Dancing Facebook pictures
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Golf in the Books: Best Ever!

The 20th CRIS Golf Classic is in the books: the record books.  More sponsors, more golfers, more fun.  The middle of October provided perfect golf weather for 101 CRIS superstars. Proceeds help CRIS offer its service at no cost to people living in the community … Continue Reading ››
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6th Annual Dining & Dancing in the Dark Goes Hollywood

What do you get when you put Scot Haney, Eight to the Bar, a dozen local celebrities, 200 people passionate about one of CT's vital services for people with disabilities, and a shiny trophy in a ballroom? We don't think there's a name for it, but the result is a guaranteed TEN.

Floyd Green awards dancers a 10, while Joe Fuery claps.
Scot Haney calls out the next dancers with much fanfare.

This year's theme is dances from the movies. Be dazzled by the surprises our dance professionals and celebrities have in store.  The money raised is key to our efforts to provide CRIS Radio to people in the community at no cost. Make a difference: join us and you will have fun in the process.

Click HERE for more info!