By Kevin Gilmartin
ESC Public Affairs

Members of Electronic Systems Center and the Military Affairs Council of the North Suburban Chamber of Commerce celebrated Flag Day June 14 with a trip to Boston’s Symphony Hall to hear a performance of American standards by the Boston Pops.

Three hundred people from Hanscom and local industry attended MAC Night at the Pops, an annual tradition for more than 20 years. Daniel Rodriguez, a noted singer who is a former New York City police officer, was guest artist with the Pops, and Bruce Hangen served as conductor.

The evening began with a reception at the Minuteman Club, followed by a bus trip to Symphony Hall for the Pops concert. Much of ESC leadership attended, including Deputy for Support Brig. Gen David Eichhorn and his wife, Anita, as well as Operations Support Systems Wing Director Mr. Frank Weber and his wife, Barbara, and 66th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Tim Ceteras and his wife, Linda. ESC Commander Lt. Gen. Chuck Johnson was TDY, but his wife Marilee, attended Night at the Pops.

“This was really a great evening and a great way to celebrate Flag Day,” said Bill Flanagan, chairman of the MAC’s program committee. “The Pops were superb, as usual, but Daniel Rodriguez really stole the show, bringing the audience to their feet on several occasions.”

Once again, the Military Affairs Council provided all its guests with small American flags, which were proudly waved by all during “God Bless America” and “America the Beautiful,” as well as during the Pops traditional encore, “Stars and Stripes Forever.”

The next MAC event is a holiday shopping trip to Boston Nov. 17, followed by Dinner at the Top of The Hub Restaurant.

“Mark your calendars for that date,” Mr. Flanagan said. “This has been a well-liked event that we are bringing back by popular demand. More details will be provided as we get closer, but if you need information in the meantime, contact the chamber at (781) 933-3499."