Nutcracker Luncheon a Fantastic Holiday Treat!

Presented by Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline

Phoenix and Symphony Nova Scotia celebrated a five year partnership on Tuesday, December 7th at the World Trade and Convention Centre. This partnership is known as the Nutcracker Luncheon, a festive and not-to-be-missed, holiday treat, in support of both organizations' many programming initiatives.

Over 830 guests attended this spectacular occasions raising over $50,000! Attendees were delighted as they entered the magical holiday atmosphere. This holiday wonderland was complete with carolers, dancing ballerinas, glowing trees, turkey dinner, candy, laughter and of course, the very best in holiday tunes performed by the Symphony Nova Scotia Orchestra.

Hearts were warmed as Symphony Nova Scotia presented a video profiling Musical Munchkins, an important program that helps young children learn the importance of music, while exploring how instruments work. Kyle, a Phoenix youth, shared his journey from Ontario to Halifax and the the success Phoenix has helped him achieved receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. Aaron, another Phoenix youth, shared the stage with the Symphony Nova Scotia. Aaron beautifully played Silent Night alongside his case worker Darryl. These moments are the magic that is the Nutcracker Luncheon.

Our warmest and most sincere thanks to all the community-minded individuals, organizations and businesses that join us on this very special day. Your support is making an incredible difference in the lives of two local organizations.

Please join us next year on Tuesday, December 7th at the World Trade and Convention Centre for yet another fantastic Nutcracker Luncheon.

Symphony Nova Scotia Orchestra takes the stage and delights the audience with a medley of holiday favourites

Phoenix youth, Aaron and Kyle, gather with Phoenix staff member Tameika before they make their
special presentations to a crowd of over 830 luncheon attendees.

Jeremy Webb, as Scrooge, encourages the audience to "not-be-a-Scrooge" and buy raffle tickets for
the three amazing packages, including a trip anywhere WestJet flies in the world!

Nutcracker Luncheon Committee Co-Chairs Michael DeVenney and Heather Tulk welcome attendees

Presenting Sponsors Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline enjoy a turkey feast!

Silver Sponsors ExxonMobil have been attending the luncheon for many years

Phoenix youth Kyle brought the audience to their feet with his honest and touching speech

Phoenix staff Darryl and youth Aaron play Silent Night along-side the orchestra

Special thanks to our friends at Bell Aliant for their Gold Sponsorship

Maestro Gueller encourages all guests to sing along!

Special thanks to our generous sponsors:

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