Maverick Ready For The Red Carpet: BluePath Premiere For A Cause

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — It's not difficult to find situations where a BluePath service dog could have made all the difference in an autistic child's life — just pick up the newspaper. A new short film, premiering this week, explores how the service dogs go from rambunctious pups to dedicated and indispensable companions with the help of devoted volunteers.

The red carpet film premiere will celebrate one of the Hudson Valley's most unique and effective organizations, while raising awareness about the cause and helping to raise money so that BluePath can reach even more children. Circle October 4 on your calendar, because everyone can use a friend, but some of us could benefit from constant companionship and a helping paw every once in awhile.

The "Hope In A Blue Vest" world premiere will take place at the historic Bedford Playhouse on Wednesday, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. A panel discussion will follow the screening with a wine reception, hosted by Bedford's Siemers Wine & Spirits, afterwards.

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"Hope In A Blue Vest" follows one BluePath service dog’s journey to fulfill a calling. The film introduces us to the volunteers and new friends who make enduring connections along the way. The short documentary film about BluePath, the nonprofit providing life-changing service dogs to children with autism and their families, is described as exploring "love, hope, opportunity."

The panel discussion will include BluePath founders Michelle Brier and Caroline McCabe-Sandler, Tony award-winning producer and Bedford Playhouse advisory board member Ken Marsolais, service dog recipient Kate Petersen, facility dog recipient and West Patent Elementary School principal Judy Brewster, and volunteer puppy raiser and Bedford Police Department Sergeant Mark Montanaro.

Tickets are available for purchase via the Bedford Playhouse website.

About BluePath Service Dogs, Inc.

BluePath Service Dogs, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2016 to provide autism service dogs, offering safety, companionship, and opportunities for independence. The organization transforms lives by providing families with expanded opportunities to unlock life’s potential. BluePath receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to fulfill its mission. For more information, visit their website.