Freedom Farm Book Launch & Silent Auction

Don’t miss our biggest event of the summer — the Rico’s Road Home Book Launch & Silent Auction! Rico’s Road Home is a heartwarming children’s book inspired by the true story of a rescued donkey—who turned out to be a rare zonkey—saved from a kill pen and given a second chance at life. Through gentle storytelling and beautifully illustrated scenes, readers follow Rico’s journey from fear and uncertainty to safety, healing, and friendship at his forever home, Freedom Farm Animal Sanctuary. This touching story introduces young readers to themes of resilience, compassion, and animal welfare, while offering hope and highlighting the power of kindness. Perfect for animal lovers of all ages, Rico’s Road Home encourages empathy and reminds us that every life matters. Wine and light refreshments will be served as well as no -alcoholic beverages. Proceeds help care for Rico and all the rescued animals at Freedom Farm Animal Sanctuary. Silent Auction Highlights: A stay at the Historic Lost Fox Inn -2 Night Stay Air BNB on the lake -Dinner for two at Foxwoods Casino -4-pack of Wolfpack Hockey tickets -Salt Cave experience for two -4 Tickets for the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat tour -Two All Day Tickets to Six Flags…and more amazing prizes!