Crime & Safety

French Wines Will Pour to Support Ambulance Corps

All-volunteer squad hosting "An Evening in Paris" on Saturday.

A taste of France is coming to Madison this weekend for a fundraiser to support the .

The all-volunteer squad, which doesn't bill patients and is supported by community donations and fundraisers, is hosting at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Corps' headquarters, 29 Prospect Street.

Billed as a night of French wines and foods, the wine tasting will feature a tricky tray and "blind taste challenge," according to an announcement for the event.

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The Corps has more than 50 certified emergency medical technicians who volunteer their time so the squad can respond to emergencies at a moment's notice, said Paul Rogers, corps vice president .

Founded in 1954, the nonprofit is not part of the municipal government and its members are not compensated in any way. Its 2012 budget is over $175,000, and includes operating costs, such as fuel, medical supplies and oxygen, training and communication costs, incurance and capital improvement projects, Rogers said.

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Tickets for the wine tasting are $45 each, or $400 for 10. Tickets also can be purchased at the door for $50.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit the event's Facebook page or call 973-377-2229.


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