Cate’s Spotlight: It’s February … Gotta Have Heart!

Your Support Makes a Difference

Taking care of our tickers should be a top priority year-round, but it is especially in February that everyone should focus on heart issues. It is National Heart Month, spotlighting and increasing awareness of cardiovascular disease and the need for more lifesavers, and providing opportunities to raise funds to combat it.

Let’s save lives together!

Christine Mundy Leffler lost her beloved mom in November 2014.

“Awareness is crucial. Any symptoms need to be checked. Nothing is insignificant,” she said. “A good diet, exercise, and sleep are beneficial to heart health.”

The 11th Lower Bucks Ann Mignoni Mundy Memorial Heart Dinner will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 8 p.m. at Cesare’s Italian Ristorante. *Cash Bar opens at 7:00PM.

Hosting a fundraising dinner is more than just sharing a meal; it’s about bringing people together for a purpose. Donnie Petolillo, the proprietor of Cesare’s, well known for providing delicious foods as well as a terrific gathering place for both travelers and locals, is the remarkable Master of Ceremonies and skilled, proficient Auctioneer. He always makes this Heart Dinner event engaging and most memorable, keenly radiating confidence and charisma, ensuring that this event is entertaining for all.

One of the featured baskets will be an amazing “Historical Bristol Basket”…filled with Bristol Books and a collection of memorabilia!

Fran Carango, a Pop and Dance-Pop music artist, will set the tone and even further boost the energy in the rooms with engaging live music. Listen to the lovely classic rhythm and words of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin that capture the essence of the best parts of life; it’s more than just music…. it’s magic!

Please wear something Red!

Ticket donation is $50.00 per person for a dinner choice of chicken or veal, with homemade biscotti for dessert. Tickets sell quickly ….. don’t be left out!

Tickets are available at Mignoni Jewelry & Gifts, 200 Mill Street, Bristol Borough.

All proceeds are donated to the American Heart Stroke Association for education and research on heart disease and stroke in memory of the late Ann Louise Mignoni Mundy.  Ann was dearly loved, a very kind, gentle, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Her authentically kind soul and elegant manner endeared her to all who were fortunate enough to know her. She truly loved her family, especially her cherished granddaughter, Rachel Ann.

Give now to change a life. Overcome compassion collapse and allow your best selves to come forward.

The Mignoni – Mundy family has been recognized by the American Heart Association for their passionate, unwavering dedication to making Bucks heart healthier by raising awareness, and for the most generous donations for the AHA accrued at the Ann Mignoni Mundy Memorial Heart Dinner held annually at Cesare’s Ristorante.

You=Life Saver!

Heart Disease Affects Everyone. Don’t be Silent about this Silent Killer!

Fact is that Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year, approximately one woman every minute.

Donations support life-saving efforts of research, education, advocating for better health, improving patient care, and reaching populations at risk. Auctions make it a very cool FUNdraiser!

Donated Auction items include jewelry, and run the gamut of different price ranges.
Meaningful contributions are essential, and various payment options will be available.

Bring your checkbook! Credit cards may be used. Thank you in advance for your support!

Want to make a real difference? Be a contributor. Every bit helps!

When you donate to the American Heart Association, you are joining in the fight against our nation’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers. “We thank everyone in the community for their contributions in memory of our sister, Ann, and we are delighted that all proceeds go to the AHA”, confirmed Carol.

“It’s the people at the event who make the event. Good cause. Good group of people. A lot of fun!” added Donnie.

Deaths from heart disease and stroke have declined slightly, yet both diseases remain among the leading causes of death in the United States. The increase in death rates among younger Americans may be explained in part by the earlier onset of high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and other conditions that may lead to heart disease and strokes.

The AHA mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

P.S. there is no such thing as just a little heart attack.

Cesare’s Ristorante
1407 Radcliffe Street
Bristol Borough, PA 19007

Call Mignoni Jewelry 215-788-3243 with any questions.

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