NORWICH – The Chenango County Council of the Arts announces its second annual Kentucky Derby Party to be held Saturday, May 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Council’s facility at 27 West Main St., Norwich.

Everyone is invited to put on their “clubhouse spring best” for a traditional Southern celebration featuring mint juleps, a buffet of Southern delicacies, gambling, a silent auction, live music and betting on the Derby race with special “Derby Dollars.” At 5:30, the crowd will be treated to a live viewing of the Derby on a giant screen. Prizes will be awarded for the Best Lady’s Hat and the Most Dapper Gentleman.