Celebration of Stars Awards Ceremony

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The Dutchess ARC Foundation will honor Scenic Hudson with the Employer of the Year Award for their collaboration and partnership with Dutchess ARC in provided employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities, and Marc Brandt, retiring Executive Director for NYSARC, Inc. with the Bessie Payne Humanitarian Award for his distinguished service of 32 years. Other honorees receiving awards that night will include James Accurti, Steve Dambra, and Lyn Deslandes. Adam Varano will receive the Sarah SMILE Award in memory of Sarah Studler, a cherished former ARC employee who dedicated her short but spirited life to serving others. The public is welcome to attend this celebration to honor those who volunteer their time, talent and treasures to the community where we live and work. $80 per person. Reservations are required. Please contact jcatala@dutchess-arc.org by October 17, 2014.