NORWICH – Hospice of Chenango County is planning a fun and informative annual dinner for Thursday, Oct. 22. It is the public’s chance to show their support for the non-profit health care agency that takes care of individuals facing the final months of life.

The dinner will feature “celebrity waiters” who work for tips from their tablemates for Hospice. “I give these community spirited waiters a lot of credit.” says Development and Community Relations Coordinator, Donna Wood-Craig. “They do a lot of running around but it certainly pays off. Last year, waiters collected more than $1,800 in tips.” Confirmed waiters to date include Mick Dwyer, weatherman from Fox 40, Diane Troxell of Gallery 321, Peggy Finnegan, Executive Director of Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival, Jeff Genung and Melissa Stagnaro from The Evening Sun, Mary Ann Scheer from NBT Bank, and Rick Mirabito from Mang Insurance.

Another traditional dinner activity is the recognition of Hospice Heroes, individuals who’ve done something special for the agency or a patient in the current year.