- Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 April 2013 20:02
A packed crowd filled the halls of Mary Mother of the Church in Charleroi on Saturday April 13 as the 2nd Annual “Tea for Jacob” got underway.
 8 year old Jacob Broznick was the guest
of honor at the 2nd annual “Tea for Jacob” |
The colorfully decorated hall boasted plentiful food, sweets, gifts, raffles, auction items and smiles to go around.
The event, which last year had about 100 people in attendance, doubled in size this year with its goal being to raise more than $7,000 for Autism Speaks. “We should reach that easily,” stated Jacob’s mother, Becky Broznick.
 Pictured at the event are Jacob's mother, Becky Broznick (left) and grandmother Angie Dzurinko (right). |
Broznick, who is a teacher in the Charleroi school district, her husband Bill and son Jacob who is autistic, reside in Pleasant Hills. Plenty of teachers were in attendance.
“Its overwhelming for Jacob,” she said, “ but he loves when everyone applauds him.”
Gift and toy baskets, including Steeler and Penguin themed, Hello Kitty and Mickey Mouse, stationary and body lotions, were all donated by those in attendance. Local businesses Fields of Heather, Baker’s Pub and more plus local artists all donated to make the event a success.
“Its overwhelming for Jacob,” she said, “ but he loves when everyone applauds him.”
Gift and toy baskets, including Steeler and Penguin themed, Hello Kitty and Mickey Mouse, stationary and body lotions, were all donated by those in attendance. Local businesses Fields of Heather, Baker’s Pub and more plus local artists all donated to make the event a success.
