A community tag/vendor sale being planned for October 11 has been postponed by two weeks. The event, to raise funds for the Ayles family of Sandy Hook, will now take place Saturday, October 25, from 10 am to 2 pm.

According to event co-organizer LeReine Frampton, Kenny Ayles, who recently lost his fight with cancer, “gave so much to our community. This is an opportunity to help his family as they begin to move forward.”

Mr Ayles is survived by his wife and their two children. He had been diagnosed with a brain tumor in July 2008. He then became very involved in Newtown’s Relay For Life, an annual event that raises funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society.

Ken and Jen Ayles were named honorary co-chairs of the Newtown event for 2009. They formed a team, Brainstorm, which went on to raise more than $50,000 for the ACS over the next four years.

Mr Ayles also coached youth basketball teams for several years, before becoming a certified referee. He loved spending time with friends and family, most especially his children. At At 6’10” tall, he seemed somewhat larger than life.

Mr Ayles could often be seen around town wearing shorts on even the coldest of days, yet was always available for a laugh or a warm hug.

Openings are still available for those who wish to participate in the event. Tag sale tables can also include crafts or vendors. Organizers are requesting vendors each donate a basket for fundraising purposes. 

LeReine’s Cuisine restaurant, located within in the Tier One complex, will be open for refreshments.  A donation of $5 will be donated to the Ayles family for every pizza sold.

For additional information contact Anna Wiedemann at 203-426-1035 or Ms Frampton at lereinescuisine@gmail.com.