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Proceeds to benefit Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BATAVIA \u2013 Officials from Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel\u00a0announced that Saturday, October 26th will be the first Roswell Park Night at the Races in the Historic Batavia Downs Clubhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event will begin at 5pm with the live racing meet starting at 6pm. A $50 ticket includes a buffet dinner, $25 in Free Play, and a racing program. In addition, there will be a silent auction with donated items, including various prize baskets, tickets to local sporting and music events alongside autographed sports memorabilia. Proceeds from the evening will support cancer research and patient care initiatives at Roswell Park. Tickets can be purchased at www.bataviaconcerts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A full card of harness racing highlights the evening, beginning at 6pm.  Race sponsorship opportunities are available and interested parties can contact Barb O\u2019Rourke at 716-998-2179.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe know how important the work is that Roswell Park does in our community,\u201d said Henry Wojtaszek, President and CEO of Batavia Downs. \u201cWe are honored to host this event that will help raise awareness and provide funds for their mission.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cRoswell Park is thrilled to be the Live Racing Series Sponsor for the 2024-2025 season at Batavia Downs. Batavia Downs, their board and staff have shown a deep level of commitment by organizing and hosting a variety of events throughout the season where a portion of the proceeds support the incredible work we are doing at Roswell Park. We are immensely grateful,\u201d said Jenn Hickok, Roswell Park\u2019s Director of Corporate and Sports Partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Proceeds to benefit Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Press release BATAVIA \u2013 Officials from Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel\u00a0announced that Saturday, October 26th will be the first Roswell Park Night at the Races in the Historic Batavia Downs Clubhouse. The event will begin at 5pm with the live racing meet \u2026<\/p>\n

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