2015 Twilight Gala…

10/8/2015 12:00:00 AM

The 2015 Twilight Gala was held at the Aqua Turf in Southington. Guest speaker was Darren Jernigan who delivered an inspirational speech about his struggles with SCI and determination to become a Tennessee State Rep. Tim Lammers from Fox CT was the emcee and Jay Harris from ESPN handled the Live Auction.

Click here for a photo album.

Visit the Twilight Gala site.

 

The Gala Committee does a great job. From left to right in the back row Dr. Subramani Seetharama, Bryan Tronosky, Ray Gorneault, Diana Pernigotti, Susan Pearlman, Joe Uccello, Mitch Pearlman, Gina Mancini and Jenna Murphy. In the front row are Chapter VP Tim Fournier and Chapter President Bill Mancini.

 

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:

Speaker Sponsor:

Permobil

 

Gold Sponsors:

Stealth Products

Advanced Wheels of Technology, Inc.

Hudson Seating and Mobility

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare

 

Silver Sponsors:

CT Academy of Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

 

Bronze Sponsors:

Hartford Healthcare Rehab Network

Hospital for Special Care

Numotion

Comfort Company

Hanger

Quantum Rehab

Invacare/Motion Concepts

County Obstetrics & Gynecology Group, P.C.

New Britain Medical Supplies

Obie Harrington – Howes Foundation

 

Event pictures can be found on our Facebook page and website.

 

SAVE THE DATE!

March 12, 2016 for the 7th Annual Twilight Gala 



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