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URL:https://kingstonhappenings.org/events/a-family-party-celebrating-micha
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SUMMARY:A Family Party: Celebrating Michael Berg and Tommy Bell
DESCRIPTION:Some people leave a job when they retire. Others leave behind a
  legacy.\nOn Sunday\, August 23\, a the Colony in Woodstock (12-4pm)\, Fam
 ily of Woodstock will celebrate two remarkable individuals whose lives hav
 e been defined by service to the community and an unwavering commitment to
  helping others. After decades of dedication\, Michael Berg and Tommy Bell
  are retiring\, and the community is invited to join us in thanking them f
 or everything they have given over the years.\nFor tickets\, please click 
 here: Berg and Bell Celebration\nMichael Berg’s connection to Family of 
 Woodstock began in 1970\, when he started as a volunteer. Ten years later\
 , he became Executive Director\, guiding the organization for more than fo
 ur decades. Under his leadership\, Family grew from a grassroots hotline i
 nto one of the Hudson Valley’s most respected human service organization
 s\, serving tens of thousands of people each year through more than two do
 zen programs. Michael’s vision\, humility\, and steadfast belief that ev
 eryone deserves dignity and support have shaped not only the agency\, but 
 countless lives throughout the region.\nTommy Bell joined Family shortly a
 fterward and became the person who quietly kept everything running. While 
 his work often happened behind the scenes\, his impact was felt every day.
  From maintaining buildings and responding to emergencies to ensuring prog
 rams had what they needed to serve the community\, Tommy’s dedication he
 lped create safe\, welcoming spaces for thousands of people seeking help. 
 His reliability\, generosity\, and willingness to do whatever was needed m
 ade him an indispensable part of the Family team.\nThis celebration is abo
 ut more than retirement. It’s an opportunity for friends\, colleagues\, 
 volunteers\, community partners\, and everyone whose life has been touched
  by Family of Woodstock to come together and express their gratitude. Whet
 her you’ve known Michael and Tommy personally or simply appreciate the w
 ork Family has done in our community\, this is a chance to celebrate two c
 areers that have made an extraordinary difference.\nAdding to the festivit
 ies is a special performance by The Alexis P. Suter Band\, whose powerful 
 blend of soulful blues\, gospel\, and rock promises an unforgettable after
 noon of music. Their high-energy performance will provide the perfect soun
 dtrack for a day filled with memories\, appreciation\, and celebration.\nT
 ickets are just $25\, with most of the proceeds benefiting Family of Woods
 tock and helping the organization continue its mission of providing compas
 sionate\, accessible services for people facing “any problem under the s
 un.”\nWe hope you’ll join us as we celebrate two extraordinary people 
 whose lives have been dedicated to serving others. Come share your memorie
 s\, reconnect with old friends\, enjoy incredible live music\, and help us
  honor Michael Berg and Tommy Bell for the lasting impact they have made o
 n our community.
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LOCATION:Colony Woodstock NY\, 22 Rock City Rd\, Woodstock\, New York\, Uni
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