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For over four decades, Neil Diamond fans have been singing and dancing along to such unforgettable songs as Sweet Caroline, America, and Song Sung Blue, to name just a few.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss Real Diamond, the Premier Neil Diamond Tribute Band as they recreate the Neil Diamond experience on Saturday, September 24, 7:30 p.m. at the Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School in Andover, MA.<\/p>\n

Presented by the NECC Foundation, Inc., the Women of NECC, and the NECC Alumni Association, proceeds will benefit\u00a0the NECC Annual Fund, which provides funding for student scholarships,\u00a0 student programs, and the college\u2019s endowment. Special thanks to all of our sponsors and partners, including major sponsor Covanta Energy, a long-time supporter of NECC.<\/p>\n

Purchase tickets ($35) online at www.mvarts.info<\/a> or call 978-556-3870. For more information, visit at www.necc.mass.edu\/signature-event<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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