Fourth Annual “A Night of Music”  

On Saturday November 13, 2004, the Parents Organization of The New England Center for Children hosted its 4th annual, "A Night of Music".

This exciting event included a silent auction, live auction, a slideshow, dinner, and, of course, music! To begin the night, guests were entertained by the Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s String Ensemble as they enjoyed hors d'ouvres and cocktails while bidding on over 100 silent auction items.

At dinner, Chief Executive Officer & Founder Vinnie Strully said a few words before the guests were graced with a very touching slideshow presentation, depicting many of the students from NECC with their families. Master of Ceremonies Dan Rea directed the live auction and extracted many laughs from the crowd. Guests then listened and danced to WPI’s Big Band directed by Rich Falco with special guest jazz vocalist Linda Dagnello.

Saying this event was a success would be an understatement. Besides a wonderfully enjoyable night, over $100,000 was raised at the event, as well as over $35,000 from the silent and live auctions. "A Night of Music" was a fun filled night enjoyed by everyone involved, and all are excited to attend the event again next year!

Next year, NECC will be hosting its 30th Anniversary Celebration at the New Convention Center in Boston on November 18th.

If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Alycia Bouvier at (508) 481-1015 ext. 3060.

2004 Photo Gallery
To view pictures of the 2004 A Night of Music, please click here.