HACKETTSTOWN (Feb. 22, 2006) - The Hackettstown Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is excited to host its second annual Spring Brunch on Sunday, April 30^th at Minebrook Golf Club in Hackettstown.  Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m., and the event will feature an all-you-can-eat bruncheon buffet as well as a Silent Auction and prizes.  Proceeds from the event will go to the Auxiliarys Healthcare Scholarship Fund and the development of a new, Low-risk Cardiac Catheterization/Vascular Lab at HRMC.

We had a terrific turnout last year to support the Medical Center and our growing region. It truly exceeded our expectations,said Dolores Stammer, HRMC Auxiliary President.  We are excited to again host this fun, family event for all.

Advance sale tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children ages 5-12 (children 4 and under are free). Tickets are now available at the Cherry Tree Gift Shop at HRMC and through the HRMC Foundation office. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for an additional $5 per ticket; however it is strongly recommended that tickets be purchased in advance.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

            The HRMC Auxiliary is devoted to raising funds for the Medical Center.  Since its inception 23 years ago, the Auxiliary has made numerous donations, including $50,000 for new patient televisions, $75,000 for a previous Capital Campaign, over $60,000 for the new Joan Knechel Cancer Center, and many other endeavors.

            The Hackettstown Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is always looking for new members. For further information about the Auxiliary and to purchase tickets for the brunch, please call the Foundation office at (908) 850-6876.