1. Acton Boxborough Friends of Music September 13 th, 2011 7:30 pm ABRHS Auditorium

2. What is ABFOM? A non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the music programs in the Acton- Boxborough Regional Schools

3. 2011-2012 officers Janet Lorusso, President Beth McDonough, Vice President Lisa Soo, Treasurer Aga Dresser, Secretary

4. 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

5. What does ABFOM do? communication logistical volunteer support financial support fundraising

6. Communication ABFOM website: www.abfom.orgwww.abfom.org email list

7. Logistical Support Chaperones Hospitality Event Planning Performance Attire Publicity … and much more!

8. ABFOM in Action

9. Financial Support Student Scholarships and Financial Aid Equipment Purchase and Repair Transportation Educational Experiences Master class Workshop Commissioned works … and much more!

10. 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

11. Kickoff Event Part I! September 24th GOLF TOURNAMENT Wayland Country Club Tee Times from 11 am Fun, Gifts, and Prizes!

12. Golf Tournament Photo Album

13. Kickoff Event Part II! September 24th TUNES AND TAPAS Clock Tower Place, Maynard 7 -10 pm Refreshments Entertainment by Student Groups and ‘The Blue and The Old’ Silent Auction 50/50 Raffle

14. Tunes and Tapas Photo Album

15. Upcoming Highlights First Home Football Game this Friday Fall Kickoff, September 24 th Jazz Band Auditions Cabaret Auditions Dessert Sale Student Fundraiser … etc. (check out the calendar at ABFOM.org)

16. Spring Band Trip to Washington, D.C. Trip Dates: April 12 th – 15 th, 2012 Marching in the Centennial Celebration of the Cherry Blossom Festival on April 14 th An additional performance at the Jefferson Memorial Sightseeing Dinner/Dance Cruise on the Potomac More details coming soon

17. Other Helpful Info for Parents AB Minutevan taxi service ABFOM Apparel; Chaperone and Student Gear and Gifts

18. 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