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Natick Collection Announces Charity Partners For Grand Opening Gala

Title: Natick Collection Announces Charity Partners For Grand Opening Gala

Author: Press Release

Publication: Press Release

Date of Publication: July 16, 2007

Corresponding Retail Development: Natick Collection 2007 Expansion

Corresponding Town: Natick

Web Site Link: None

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NATICK, MA…(July 16, 2007)… Natick Collection confirmed today that The Children’s Hospital League and the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism will serve as the charity partners for their grand opening gala on September 6, 2007.
 
“We applaud the missions of The Children’s Hospital League and The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism,” said Frank Lazorchak of Natick Collection. “It is an honor to have them as our partners for the Natick Collection Grand Opening Gala and to support such worthy causes.”
 
The invitation-only grand opening gala will take place as Natick Collection opens its doors for an exclusive preview, showcasing the property as the single most stylish shopping complex in New England.  All net proceeds from ticket sales and auction items will benefit The Children’s Hospital League and The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism.
 
“We are excited to be working with Natick Collection on what will surely be one of the most memorable opening events in the MetroWest community,” said Nancy Foster and Rachel Sieber, co-presidents of The Children’s Hospital League.  “We look forward to a truly glamorous evening.” 

“We are thrilled to partner with Natick Collection and to welcome them to the community,” said Lisa Borges, Executive Director of The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. “This is a tremendous fund-raising opportunity and we are extremely grateful to Natick Collection for making it possible.”

Natick Collection’s Grand Opening Gala will set the stage and tone for what is soon to become the premier style and fashion destination in New England. Steve Kemble, the award-winning, nationally renowned party planner and television personality, has designed an event with details never before seen in the MetroWest community.  The theme emanates from the Natick Collection sensibility – Hip, Luxurious, Inspired and Unique – with unrivaled entertainment, visual décor, music and cuisine.
 
 
About The Children’s Hospital League
The Children's Hospital League promotes community awareness and provides financial support for Children's Hospital Boston.  League funds help sustain vital patient services, medical research and capital improvements for the hospital.  The League strives to offer hope, miracles and health to today's children, as well as to generations of children to come.  www.childrenshospitalleague.org <http://www.childrenshospitalleague.org/>

About The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism
The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism makes a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and their families by providing financial assistance for treatment, education and advocacy. With 1 in 150 children now being diagnosed, our mission is to increase awareness of this disorder and support those families who live with the daily challenge of autism spectrum disorder.  www.dougflutiejrfoundation.org <http://www.dougflutiejrfoundation.org/>
 
About Natick Collection
Natick Collection will feature over 100 exceptional new stores including many of the nation’s top luxury retailers.  When completed, this 60 acre property will house more than 1 million square feet of space and 7,000 parking spaces and valet parking.  Designed by the highly respected architectural firm of Beyer Blinder Belle, and landscaped by the distinguished Massachusetts firm of Martha Schwartz Inc., Natick Collection is certain to become the premier lifestyle destination for the greater Boston area and beyond.  In addition to the retail center, the complex will include 215 luxury condominium residences, to be known as “Nouvelle at Natick”, scheduled to open in the summer of 2008.  Additional plans include a hotel, meandering bike path, public walkway and “Parc Nouvelle”, a 1.2 acre rooftop garden-- the largest rooftop garden in New England-- for exclusive use by condominium residents.