I don't need a reason to go to Mountain Top Grove for their fantastic food but if it's for a good cause, then I'm really interested. If that is you too, then mark your calendars for a good time and a better cause at Mountain Top Grove on Sunday, June 22nd. It's the Clams for a Cause benefit for the Broome County Humane Society from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Feast on All Your Favorites

In case you didn't know, it's an endless feast featuring clams, shrimp, steak sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, chicken, pork, chowder, pasta salad, salt potatoes, watermelon. Top it off with soft serve ice cream, that also includes beer, wine, and soda in the ticket price?

Ticket Talk

Adult tickets are $55.56 ($60 with tax if you're paying by check) each. Kids up to 5 years old get in free, while the 6-12 year old's get their tickets at half price. Tickets cover everything for the day, so you can chow down without worries.

A Paw-some Cause

You're not just getting a belly full of goodness – you're also supporting the Broome County Humane Society in their quest to care for over 150 animals and prevent animal cruelty in the community. Your contribution goes to helping these furry friends find loving homes.

Furry Friends for Life

The BC Humane Society isn’t just about sheltering and adopting animals. They investigate cruelty cases, and rescue pets in need. Their goal is to build a place where animals and families can get together.

Let’s Make a Difference

Join Clams for a Cause at Mountain Top Grove, 539 Hance Road in Vestal and chow down on some tasty treats while helping this worthy cause. Can't make it but want to help? The Broome County Humane Society is in DESPERATE NEED of cat and kitty food right now.

They are looking for Purina Cat Chow and Purina Kitty Chow and you can do what I'm doing at take it to the Broome County Humane Society, 167 Conklin Avenue in Binghamton. They're open Tue-Fri from 12-5 pm and Sat from 11-4 pm.

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