On Saturday, Beth Cody learned from “06880” that the next day, milling would begin on the Post Road.
Sunday was the day that the Westport Little League Challenger baseball team — the program for boys and girls ages 5-18 with physical or intellectual challenges, which Beth founded and still runs — was celebrating its 13th annual Halloween and pizza party.
Delivery normally comes from a pizzeria on the Post Road. Beth wanted to be sure the pizzas were on time, so she searched for a place closer to the field.
Her first stop opens too late on Sundays. So Beth headed to Outpost Pizza, across from Hudson Malone.
She told owner Tom Barlleci about the team, and its party. He said, sorry; they’re closed Sundays.
But when Tom saw the disappointment on Beth’s face, he said he’d come in and make the 10 pizzas.
Tom Barlleci, at Outpost Pizza.
Beth was stunned. He would really come in on his day off?
Yes, he said. He was happy to do it, for kids with special needs.
Enjoying Outpost Pizza — in costume.
“To this angel of a man; thank you!” Beth says.
And, she adds: “Be sure to visit Outpost Pizza. It was delicious, and they have a full menu of options!”
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The Challenger baseball Halloween and pizza party. (Photos/Beth Cody)
Dan, it’s so great of you to highlight good people every week! Thanks for honoring Tom, well-deserved!
What a wonderful thing for all concerned and I will be going to Outpost Pizza.
Heart and class. Goodonya, Tom.
Nice work Tom. I will also be going to outpost pizza more often!
Stopped in to shake his hand and say thank you to “Tommaso” we spoke some Italian and got to know each other, nice man!