July 2, 2004

Patriots, prizes and popcorn

On a warm, early summer day MGHers gathered under the Bulfinch tent June 29 for the annual summer picnic, hosted by Peter L. Slavin, MD, president of the MGH. MGHers enjoyed a complimentary lunch while listening to the reggae tunes of the Volume II Steel Band (left). Fun outdoor activities included a moonbounce, raffles and carnival-style games and prizes.

New England Patriots' tight end, Christian Fauria, was in attendance, posing for photos (below) and enjoying the festivities with MGH fans. Fauria recently suffered from finger and knee injuries and underwent surgery at the MGH. "Everyone at the MGH took great care of me during the whole ordeal. They made the surgery process very easy," said Fauria. "The professionalism I experienced here was first class. When I got the call about the picnic today, I was glad to come."