Big fundraiser Saturday joins forces with Braves' coach

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MARIETTA, GA (CBS ATLANTA) -

Fredi Gonzalez, manager of the Atlanta Braves, will help headline a fundraiser Saturday for the Cindy Donald Dreams of Recovery Foundation.

The nonprofit foundation helps patients dealing with spinal cord and brain injuries.

The Sixth Annual Magic Show & Auction will take place in Marietta at the Mountain View Community Center. Admission is free, and no RSVP is required.

Other special guests include Roger McDowell, the Braves pitching coach, and U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson (R).

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