acton boxborough friends of music september 13 th, 2011 7:30 pm abrhs auditorium
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Acton Boxborough Friends of Music
September 13th, 20117:30 pm
ABRHS Auditorium
What is ABFOM?
A non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the music programs in the Acton-Boxborough Regional Schools
2011-2012 officers
• Janet Lorusso, President• Beth McDonough, Vice President• Lisa Soo, Treasurer• Aga Dresser, Secretary
Musical Opportunities
Marching Band . Color Guard . La Cappella . Concert Choir . Concert Band . Holiday Winds . Cabaret . Symphonic Band . Winter Percussion . Winter Guard . Chamber Choir . Symphonic Band . Jazz Band . Madrigal Singers . Student-led a cappella Groups . Spring Jam . Student-led Instrumental Ensembles . National and International Trips . Competitions . Junior High School Band and Chorus Trip and Parade . Elementary School Band Parade . Swing Dance
What does ABFOM do?
• communication• logistical volunteer support• financial support• fundraising
Logistical Support
• Chaperones• Hospitality• Event Planning• Performance Attire• Publicity • … and much more!
ABFOM in Action
Financial Support
• Student Scholarships and Financial Aid• Equipment Purchase and Repair• Transportation• Educational Experiences• Master class• Workshop• Commissioned works
• … and much more!
Fundraising
• Student Fundraiser Opportunities• dessert sale• poinsettia sale• coffee sale• candy sale
• General Fundraisers• membership• sponsorships• car washes (two per year)• season kick-off and silent auction
Kickoff Event Part I!September 24th
GOLF TOURNAMENTWayland Country ClubTee Times from 11 amFun, Gifts, and Prizes!
Golf Tournament Photo Album
Kickoff Event Part II!September 24th
TUNES AND TAPASClock Tower Place, Maynard
7 -10 pmRefreshments
Entertainment by Student Groups
and ‘The Blue and The Old’Silent Auction
50/50 Raffle
Tunes and Tapas Photo Album
Upcoming Highlights
• First Home Football Game this Friday• Fall Kickoff, September 24th
• Jazz Band Auditions• Cabaret Auditions• Dessert Sale Student Fundraiser… etc. (check out the calendar at ABFOM.org)
Spring Band Trip toWashington, D.C.
•Trip Dates: April 12th – 15th, 2012• Marching in the Centennial Celebration of the Cherry Blossom Festival on April 14th
• An additional performance at the Jefferson Memorial• Sightseeing• Dinner/Dance Cruise on the Potomac
More details coming soon
Other Helpful Info for Parents
• AB Minutevan taxi service• ABFOM Apparel;
Chaperone and Student Gear and Gifts
Thank You for Supporting
AB’s Music Programs!THIS EVENING IN THE LOBBY
you may…• Purchase tickets for the kickoff and raffle• Sign up to receive emails• Fill out a volunteer form• Join ABFOM; donations and sponsorships are gratefully accepted
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