b'EventsThe annual event raised2019 Scholarship Gala Chairpersons James Turner 86$ 105,000with Christina A. Cerrone Pecoraro 06Scholarship Gala for the NCCC Foundation and scholarshipsHonorary Chairpersons Steven Pecoraro and Christina A. Cerrone Pecoraro 06, along with James Turner 86 and Nancy Turner together with the NCCC Foundation Board of Directors, welcomed guests to the Annual Scholarship Gala at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute on Saturday, October 19, 2019.Under the direction of newly hired Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs at NFCI, Josh Blumberg, NFCI Culinary and Baking & Pastry Arts students created a memorable dining experience for guests with an ice carving and delectable food courses at various dining stations within the building.Thanks to the assistance of dedicated volunteers, donors, sponsors and staff, the annual event raised $105,000 for the NCCC Foundation and scholarships.The 2020 gala originally scheduled for Saturday, October 17 has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the need for funds to support NCCC students is still great.Please consider making a donation to the NCCC Foundation by visiting: niagaracc.suny.edu/alumni/giving.Student chef plates meal during Gala dinner12 NIAGARA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE'