Organizers of Art in the Park 2009 will be honored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council with a Gold Star Award. This award recognizes outstanding cultural programs which are funded by local cultural councils in Massachusetts. Art in the Park is an exhibition of sculptures created by New England sculptors, and displayed in Elm Park, Worcester.
Black ties, tuxedos, evening gowns, classic World War II military uniforms, a 22-piece Big Band & Swing orchestra, and a huge dance floor—that’ll get you “In The Mood”!
Nostalgia will set it—’big’ time—on February 13th, 2010, as the Odd Fellows Home celebrates Valentine’s Day in style. The Moonlight Serenade Sweetheart Ball fundraiser will offer a posh evening full of WWII regalia, memories and tradition. “This event really highlights the splendor and American sentiment of the Big Band era in the grandest of fashion,” said Clarence Plant, Secretary to the Board of Trustees at the non-profit Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts on Randolph Road.
The fundraiser is necessary to fund the replacement of 76 windows and installation of therapeutic equipment.
The Odd Fellows Home is a non-profit, 501 c (3), Skilled Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation facility designed to improve the lives of it’s residents. Historically, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in North America (United States and Canada) became independent from the Order in England in 1834. In modern times, the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs have been in the forefront of nearly all organizations in helping to make this world a better place in which to live. Odd Fellowship is a family fraternity with activities and programs for every member of the family. Former Worcester Mayor and talk show host, Jordan Levy, is master of ceremonies for Moonlight Serenade, and stressed the importance and uniqueness of this event to the community, “This is a really upscale, fun, and entertaining evening that helps a very worthwhile cause in the city of Worcester. Besides, when do you get the chance to have a great meal and Jitterbug to a 22-piece orchestra? – not often.” The event also boasts a wine tasting, silent auction, and ballroom dance exhibitions and lessons.
The Moonlight Serenade Sweetheart Ball takes place on Saturday, February 13th, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Worcester. Tax-deductible tickets are $125, and are available online at WorcesterMoonlightSerenade.com, or by calling Nancy Cyr at 508-853-6687. Multi-course dinner included. Corporate Sponsorships available. Seats are limited.
