The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange invites the public to play miniature golf this Sunday, July 13 and Monday, July 21 as a way to help children in foster care find permanent homes. Local mini-golf courses are donating 5% - 10% of their proceeds to MARE from designated Mini-Golf for MARE days, scheduled for:
Sunday, July 13 – Bogey Lanes, E. Brookfield
Monday, July 21 – Funway USA, Foxboro
“We hope everyone will brush up their mini-golf skills and visit these great facilities,” said MARE executive director Lisa Funaro. “Over 600 children in Massachusetts foster care right now are waiting to join a permanent, caring family. Thanks to the support of these golf courses, you can make this the summer you help a child find a home.”
The participating miniature golf courses include the following:
Bogey Lanes, “Where the FUN is,” can be found at 199 North Brookfield Rd., East Brookfield, , 15 miles west of Worcester and 35 miles east of Springfield. Bogey Lanes offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including candlepin bowling, 6 pool tables, ice cream bar, and a 17-game arcade, as well as an 18-hole miniature golf course. For more information visit http://www.bogeylanes.com/.
FUNWAY USA, “America’s Playground,” is located on Route 1, just a mile north of Gillette Stadium, at 2 Washington St., Foxboro. Funway features miniature golf, go-karts, batting cages, bumper boats, moon walk, rock wall, obstacle course inflatable, a bungee run inflatable and a bungee trampoline. Visit http://www.funwayusa.net/ for more info.
About the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange: The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) is a private non-profit agency, founded in 1957, to find “a permanent place to call HOME” for harder-to-place children waiting in foster care, including older children ages 6 – 18, children of color of all ages, sibling groups, and children with emotional, physical and intellectual challenges. MARE works in cooperation with the Massachusetts Department of Social Services (DSS) and private agencies.
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To learn more about Mini-Golf for MARE or about adoption from foster care, call 617-54-ADOPT (617-542-3678), toll-free at 800-882-1176 or visit http://www.mareinc.org/.
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Thursday, July 10, 2008
Friday, June 20, 2008
Athletic Parents Sought for Annual Pledge Competition to Raise Money for the Life is good Kids Foundation
World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete to be Crowned at Life is good® Festival July 19 on Boston Common
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It may be too late to qualify for the Olympic games in Beijing but there is still time to take the field for a storied athletic competition. The World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition will once again be the centerpiece event at the annual Life is good Festival on Saturday, July 19 on Boston Common.
More than 100 individuals will compete in this friendly, low-key competition for the coveted title while raising funds for the Life is good Kids Foundation. Proceeds from this year’s festival will be directed by the foundation to Project Joy, a Boston-based non-profit organization whose mission is to use the healing power of play to transform children impacted by violence, poverty and loss into healthy and joyful players in the game of life.
The pledge-driven competition, sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, features men and women putting their skills to the test through a number of old-fashioned backyard games including Frisbee toss, bocce, watermelon seed spitting, and Wiffle Ball Homerun Derby. Competing athletes commit to raise at least $1,000 for the Life is good Kids Foundation. The top fundraiser will win a three night stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Palmas del Mar Resort in Puerto Rico. To sign up for the World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition, visit the Life is good® website at www.lifeisgood.com/festivals.
“Our Backyard Athlete competition is great fun for the athletes and the crowds that cheer them on, and it’s backed by a serious purpose,” said Bert Jacobs, Chief Executive Optimist for Life is good. “The World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete Competition gives each athlete a day of smiles along with the deep satisfaction of raising major funds for an organization that works to bring joy back into the lives of children in need. Even if you don’t end up with the title, everyone wins in this competition.”
2008 Life is good Festival
The Life is good Festival brings the nostalgia of an old-fashioned American picnic to the heart of Boston. The classic outdoor summer bash will feature great traditional games and activities. The festival will be divided into several “villages”:
* The Olympic Village, sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, will be the site of the 2008 World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition.
* Jaketown, sponsored by Dick’s Sporting Goods, features familiar games aplenty, including football, lacrosse, speed pitch, soccer kick, Frisbee toss, basketball, tug-o’-war, volleyball, and much more.
* Chillville, sponsored by Four Points® by Sheraton and the perfect cool-down spot between physical activities, showcases arts and crafts, face painting, and an entertaining kids stage.
* The Joy Zone features cooperative kids’ games hosted by Project Joy, including its amazing multi-colored 50-foot parachute.
* Music & Memories: The festival will also feature classic backyard food and great live music from the Main Stage, sponsored by 93.7 MIKE FM, with headliner Robert Randolph.
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The Life is good® Festival is produced in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.
Sponsors for the 2008 Life is good® Festival include Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Newland Communities, SAP, Four Points® by Sheraton, Verizon Wireless, Citizens Bank, and UPS.
Media sponsors include 93.7 MIKE FM, Boston.com, The Improper Bostonian, Bostoncentral.com, & Bay State Parent.
About Life is good, Inc.®: Life is good®, based in Boston, MA, spreads good vibes through its colorful collection of apparel and accessories, and the contagious grin of Jake, its optimistic cultural hero. For more information on Life is good®, please visit www.lifeisgood.com
About the Life is good Kids Foundation: The Life is good Kids Foundation supports extraordinary charities that creat a lasting positive impact on children facing unfair challenges, including the trauma of violence and poverty. The Foundation receives its principal financial support from the public via the charitable fundraising festivals conducted by Life is good, Inc. This year eighteen different festivals will be held in fourteen different states nationwide. 100% of funds raised from these festivals is distributed to 501 C (3) non-profit organizations supporting children in need.
About Boston Parks and Recreation Department: As caretaker of the city’s open space, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD) oversees 2,200 acres of parkland, including 215 parks and playgrounds, 65 squares, urban woodlands and street trees, three active cemeteries, 16 historic burying grounds, and two golf courses. In addition to maintaining the historic integrity of such famous landmarks as Boston Common, The Public Garden, and other parks comprising Frederick Law Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace, the Department services and upgrades facilities ranging from neighborhood tot lots to the 527-acre Franklin Park. The Department historically has offered a wide variety of recreation programs, including sports and tournaments, special events, and concerts designed to bring people into the parks.
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It may be too late to qualify for the Olympic games in Beijing but there is still time to take the field for a storied athletic competition. The World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition will once again be the centerpiece event at the annual Life is good Festival on Saturday, July 19 on Boston Common.
More than 100 individuals will compete in this friendly, low-key competition for the coveted title while raising funds for the Life is good Kids Foundation. Proceeds from this year’s festival will be directed by the foundation to Project Joy, a Boston-based non-profit organization whose mission is to use the healing power of play to transform children impacted by violence, poverty and loss into healthy and joyful players in the game of life.
The pledge-driven competition, sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, features men and women putting their skills to the test through a number of old-fashioned backyard games including Frisbee toss, bocce, watermelon seed spitting, and Wiffle Ball Homerun Derby. Competing athletes commit to raise at least $1,000 for the Life is good Kids Foundation. The top fundraiser will win a three night stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Palmas del Mar Resort in Puerto Rico. To sign up for the World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition, visit the Life is good® website at www.lifeisgood.com/festivals.
“Our Backyard Athlete competition is great fun for the athletes and the crowds that cheer them on, and it’s backed by a serious purpose,” said Bert Jacobs, Chief Executive Optimist for Life is good. “The World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete Competition gives each athlete a day of smiles along with the deep satisfaction of raising major funds for an organization that works to bring joy back into the lives of children in need. Even if you don’t end up with the title, everyone wins in this competition.”
2008 Life is good Festival
The Life is good Festival brings the nostalgia of an old-fashioned American picnic to the heart of Boston. The classic outdoor summer bash will feature great traditional games and activities. The festival will be divided into several “villages”:
* The Olympic Village, sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, will be the site of the 2008 World’s Greatest Backyard Athlete competition.
* Jaketown, sponsored by Dick’s Sporting Goods, features familiar games aplenty, including football, lacrosse, speed pitch, soccer kick, Frisbee toss, basketball, tug-o’-war, volleyball, and much more.
* Chillville, sponsored by Four Points® by Sheraton and the perfect cool-down spot between physical activities, showcases arts and crafts, face painting, and an entertaining kids stage.
* The Joy Zone features cooperative kids’ games hosted by Project Joy, including its amazing multi-colored 50-foot parachute.
* Music & Memories: The festival will also feature classic backyard food and great live music from the Main Stage, sponsored by 93.7 MIKE FM, with headliner Robert Randolph.
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The Life is good® Festival is produced in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.
Sponsors for the 2008 Life is good® Festival include Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Newland Communities, SAP, Four Points® by Sheraton, Verizon Wireless, Citizens Bank, and UPS.
Media sponsors include 93.7 MIKE FM, Boston.com, The Improper Bostonian, Bostoncentral.com, & Bay State Parent.
About Life is good, Inc.®: Life is good®, based in Boston, MA, spreads good vibes through its colorful collection of apparel and accessories, and the contagious grin of Jake, its optimistic cultural hero. For more information on Life is good®, please visit www.lifeisgood.com
About the Life is good Kids Foundation: The Life is good Kids Foundation supports extraordinary charities that creat a lasting positive impact on children facing unfair challenges, including the trauma of violence and poverty. The Foundation receives its principal financial support from the public via the charitable fundraising festivals conducted by Life is good, Inc. This year eighteen different festivals will be held in fourteen different states nationwide. 100% of funds raised from these festivals is distributed to 501 C (3) non-profit organizations supporting children in need.
About Boston Parks and Recreation Department: As caretaker of the city’s open space, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD) oversees 2,200 acres of parkland, including 215 parks and playgrounds, 65 squares, urban woodlands and street trees, three active cemeteries, 16 historic burying grounds, and two golf courses. In addition to maintaining the historic integrity of such famous landmarks as Boston Common, The Public Garden, and other parks comprising Frederick Law Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace, the Department services and upgrades facilities ranging from neighborhood tot lots to the 527-acre Franklin Park. The Department historically has offered a wide variety of recreation programs, including sports and tournaments, special events, and concerts designed to bring people into the parks.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
WEEKEND PICK: Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's Against The Tide Fundraiser is Saturday
One of 2 Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition’s Against the Tide events takes place this weekend in Hopkinton!
Dates and venues for the 2008 Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition’s Against the Tide one-mile swim, two-mile kayak and three mile fitness walk:
* 16th Annual Metro Boston
7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 21, at Hopkinton State Park
(Directions are below)
* 9th Annual Cape Cod
7:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 16 at Nickerson State Park in Brewster
“Against The Tide” is a 1-mile swim, 2-mile kayak, and 3-mile fitness walk to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition. This fun and inspirational statewide program brings swimmers, kayakers, and walkers of all ages and abilities together with Coalition in efforts to stop the breast cancer epidemic. Participants from all over New England commit to raising a minimum contribution of $150, which must be donated on the day of the event, in order to participate in the festivities. Participants may enroll in one or as many events as they would like. All funds raised go directly to breast cancer prevention through the advocacy work of Coalition and research initiatives of its sister environmental organization, Silent Spring Institute. Registration materials, sponsor information, and fundraising ideas can be found at www.mbcc.org/swim.
“Against the Tide is not a big, corporate show, but an event that celebrates families and individuals of all ages and abilities coming together to truly end this epidemic,” says Executive Director Deborah Shields; “It is empowering and uplifting to know that we are contributing towards a healthier future; one in which our mothers, daughters, and friends will not have to fear that they will be the one in seven diagnosed with breast cancer.”
Breast cancer now strikes more women in the world than any other type of cancer. In the past 50 years, the lifetime risk of breast cancer has nearly tripled in the United States. In the 1940’s, a woman’s lifetime risk of breast cancer was 1 in 22. In the year 2002, the risk was 1 in 8 and is presently 1 in 7. The increasing prevalence reinforces the necessity to reverse the trend and prevent breast cancer from occurring in the first place.
Bay State Parent magazine will publish its 2nd Annual Think Pink Guide, with a focus on breast cancer awareness & inspiration stories in October 2008. The first Think Pink guide won national awards.
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The Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition is a nonprofit organization committed to stopping the breast cancer epidemic in Massachusetts through activism, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1991, the focus of the Coalition is to find the causes of breast cancer and seek real prevention against this devastating disease.
For more information call 617-376-MBCC or visit www.mbcc.org.
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Donations may be sent to the following address:
Against the Tide c/o MBCC
1419 Hancock Street, Suite 202
Quincy, MA 02169
Directions to the Hopkinton event this Saturday:
MASS Pike to I-495 south
Take I-495 to exit 21A
Turn left onto Rt. 85 north
Entrance to park is on right
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Dates and venues for the 2008 Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition’s Against the Tide one-mile swim, two-mile kayak and three mile fitness walk:
* 16th Annual Metro Boston
7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 21, at Hopkinton State Park
(Directions are below)
* 9th Annual Cape Cod
7:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 16 at Nickerson State Park in Brewster
“Against The Tide” is a 1-mile swim, 2-mile kayak, and 3-mile fitness walk to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition. This fun and inspirational statewide program brings swimmers, kayakers, and walkers of all ages and abilities together with Coalition in efforts to stop the breast cancer epidemic. Participants from all over New England commit to raising a minimum contribution of $150, which must be donated on the day of the event, in order to participate in the festivities. Participants may enroll in one or as many events as they would like. All funds raised go directly to breast cancer prevention through the advocacy work of Coalition and research initiatives of its sister environmental organization, Silent Spring Institute. Registration materials, sponsor information, and fundraising ideas can be found at www.mbcc.org/swim.
“Against the Tide is not a big, corporate show, but an event that celebrates families and individuals of all ages and abilities coming together to truly end this epidemic,” says Executive Director Deborah Shields; “It is empowering and uplifting to know that we are contributing towards a healthier future; one in which our mothers, daughters, and friends will not have to fear that they will be the one in seven diagnosed with breast cancer.”
Breast cancer now strikes more women in the world than any other type of cancer. In the past 50 years, the lifetime risk of breast cancer has nearly tripled in the United States. In the 1940’s, a woman’s lifetime risk of breast cancer was 1 in 22. In the year 2002, the risk was 1 in 8 and is presently 1 in 7. The increasing prevalence reinforces the necessity to reverse the trend and prevent breast cancer from occurring in the first place.
Bay State Parent magazine will publish its 2nd Annual Think Pink Guide, with a focus on breast cancer awareness & inspiration stories in October 2008. The first Think Pink guide won national awards.
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The Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition is a nonprofit organization committed to stopping the breast cancer epidemic in Massachusetts through activism, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1991, the focus of the Coalition is to find the causes of breast cancer and seek real prevention against this devastating disease.
For more information call 617-376-MBCC or visit www.mbcc.org.
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Donations may be sent to the following address:
Against the Tide c/o MBCC
1419 Hancock Street, Suite 202
Quincy, MA 02169
Directions to the Hopkinton event this Saturday:
MASS Pike to I-495 south
Take I-495 to exit 21A
Turn left onto Rt. 85 north
Entrance to park is on right
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Thursday, June 12, 2008
6th Annual Taste of Shrewsbury Street Scheduled for Tuesday, June 24
The Shrewsbury Street Area Merchants Association will host the 6th Annual Taste of Shrewsbury Street on Tuesday, June 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. The street-long event includes tastings from the dozens of member restaurants plus live music and other attractions.
Admission is $25 in advance, $30 day-of and proceeds benefit the non-profit Champions for Children designee Youth GROW and the non-profit SSAMA.
"Last year thousands of people turned out for our popular night of great tastes," confirmed Paul T. Barber, Chairman, Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2008. "For 2008, we've got much more fun in store. Our hometown "Restaurant Row" is a great place to dine, and the word is out, louder than ever. What's more, we're making it even easier to travel from one end of the Street to the other. We're looking forward to another awesome night!"
The celebrated eateries of Worcester's own "Restaurant Row" will offer attendees tastings of delectable edibles from nearly 40 ethnically diverse Shrewsbury Street restaurants.
In addition to sampling great eats, attendees will enjoy Street-side live international music, stART On The Street's exciting local art, a Giant Cookie Contest, beverage tastings, live radio broadcasts (hosted by Oldies 98.9 FM WORC-FM, The Pike 100.1 FM, and WXLO 104.5 FM), Italian Singers, and more.
Plenty of parking is available at municipal lots located at Fantasia Street and Albany Street, streetside, and on adjacent side streets.
Taste '08 attendees may leave the car behind and hitch a ride from one end of the Street to the other provided by horse-drawn wagon rides courtesy of Bob Largess, trolley cars sponsored by Bay State Savings Bank and Fidelity Bank, or a shuttle provided by Mezcal Tequila Cantina.
This fun and festive celebration of Shrewsbury Street's culinary talents is presented by the nonprofit Shrewsbury Street Area Merchants Association (SSAMA).
Proceeds from the sale of admission pins benefit Champions for Children, a project of Bay State Savings Bank (for this event the Champions for Children designee is YouthGROW, a program of the Regional Environment Council [REC]), and the non-profit SSAMA.
The pin price is $25 per person in advance, $30 day of. Pins can be purchased at Flagship Bank, Bay State Savings Bank, DCU, and participating Street restaurants.
Online capability for button sales is currently underway.
For more information, directions, or to buy pins online, log on to http://www.shrewsburystreet.org/
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Admission is $25 in advance, $30 day-of and proceeds benefit the non-profit Champions for Children designee Youth GROW and the non-profit SSAMA.
"Last year thousands of people turned out for our popular night of great tastes," confirmed Paul T. Barber, Chairman, Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2008. "For 2008, we've got much more fun in store. Our hometown "Restaurant Row" is a great place to dine, and the word is out, louder than ever. What's more, we're making it even easier to travel from one end of the Street to the other. We're looking forward to another awesome night!"
The celebrated eateries of Worcester's own "Restaurant Row" will offer attendees tastings of delectable edibles from nearly 40 ethnically diverse Shrewsbury Street restaurants.
In addition to sampling great eats, attendees will enjoy Street-side live international music, stART On The Street's exciting local art, a Giant Cookie Contest, beverage tastings, live radio broadcasts (hosted by Oldies 98.9 FM WORC-FM, The Pike 100.1 FM, and WXLO 104.5 FM), Italian Singers, and more.
Plenty of parking is available at municipal lots located at Fantasia Street and Albany Street, streetside, and on adjacent side streets.
Taste '08 attendees may leave the car behind and hitch a ride from one end of the Street to the other provided by horse-drawn wagon rides courtesy of Bob Largess, trolley cars sponsored by Bay State Savings Bank and Fidelity Bank, or a shuttle provided by Mezcal Tequila Cantina.
This fun and festive celebration of Shrewsbury Street's culinary talents is presented by the nonprofit Shrewsbury Street Area Merchants Association (SSAMA).
Proceeds from the sale of admission pins benefit Champions for Children, a project of Bay State Savings Bank (for this event the Champions for Children designee is YouthGROW, a program of the Regional Environment Council [REC]), and the non-profit SSAMA.
The pin price is $25 per person in advance, $30 day of. Pins can be purchased at Flagship Bank, Bay State Savings Bank, DCU, and participating Street restaurants.
Online capability for button sales is currently underway.
For more information, directions, or to buy pins online, log on to http://www.shrewsburystreet.org/
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Wednesday, June 11, 2008
WEEKEND PICK: 14th Annual Father's Day Road Race and Family Fun Walk
There is something for everyone on Father's Day - Sunday June 15 - at the 14th annual Children's Museum of Easton's 5 mile race and 2 mile "fun walk"!
For the competitive runner or the recreational fitness enthusiast, the certified course loops through historic North Easton,around scenic Ames Long Pond in Stoughton and back to the finish at the Children's Museum.
For families, kids and more "laid back" athletes the 2-mile non-competitive "fun walk" follows the first two miles of the race route.
A festive post-race party features ice cream - a Museum race tradition - great tunes by DJ Nate Adams of The Special Touch of Attleboro and thirst- quenching beverages, fruit, and lots more!
Race Features The course begins on Main Street and winds through historic North Easton Village, past world-renowned H.H. Richardson buildings and F.L.Olmstead landscapes, around scenic Ames Long Pond in Stoughton, and returns to the Children’s Museum for the finish. The picturesque course is mostly flat, with a few rolling hills. Bathrooms are available at the start. There are 3 water stops along the course. Mile splits are called at all mile markers. A festive, post-race party, raffles and awards ceremony follows the finish. Results are posted immediately following the race. Supervised childcare is available for children of pre-registrants only.
Walkers: A 2 mile non-competitive course for walkers. Parents, put the kids in a stroller and come have fun celebrating families!
Click to download the form for the Road Race/Family Fun Walk. You can print out and mail, or fax in the form to us. Mail to: The Children's Museum in Easton, P. O. Box 417,North Easton, MA 02356. Fax #: 508-230-3789. Please don't forget to sign the form!
For more information about the Museum and its event visit the Museum's Web site at: http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/fathersdayroadrace.asp
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For the competitive runner or the recreational fitness enthusiast, the certified course loops through historic North Easton,around scenic Ames Long Pond in Stoughton and back to the finish at the Children's Museum.
For families, kids and more "laid back" athletes the 2-mile non-competitive "fun walk" follows the first two miles of the race route.
A festive post-race party features ice cream - a Museum race tradition - great tunes by DJ Nate Adams of The Special Touch of Attleboro and thirst- quenching beverages, fruit, and lots more!
Race Features The course begins on Main Street and winds through historic North Easton Village, past world-renowned H.H. Richardson buildings and F.L.Olmstead landscapes, around scenic Ames Long Pond in Stoughton, and returns to the Children’s Museum for the finish. The picturesque course is mostly flat, with a few rolling hills. Bathrooms are available at the start. There are 3 water stops along the course. Mile splits are called at all mile markers. A festive, post-race party, raffles and awards ceremony follows the finish. Results are posted immediately following the race. Supervised childcare is available for children of pre-registrants only.
Walkers: A 2 mile non-competitive course for walkers. Parents, put the kids in a stroller and come have fun celebrating families!
Click to download the form for the Road Race/Family Fun Walk. You can print out and mail, or fax in the form to us. Mail to: The Children's Museum in Easton, P. O. Box 417,North Easton, MA 02356. Fax #: 508-230-3789. Please don't forget to sign the form!
For more information about the Museum and its event visit the Museum's Web site at: http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/fathersdayroadrace.asp
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Monday, June 9, 2008
Crescent Ridge Dairy to Hold Food Drive Next Week
According to America’s Second Harvest, more than 25 million Americans suffer from hunger or food insecurity.
Crescent Ridge Dairy, serving more than 100 communities throughout the Boston area, will hold a food drive for the Greater Boston Food Bank from June 16-20.
Crescent Ridge Dairy will have collection boxes set up at their Dairy Bars located 403 Bay Road in Sharon and 176 South Franklin Street (Route 37) in Holbrook. Canned goods and other non-perishable food items may be placed in the collection box for delivery to the Greater Boston Food Bank. Crescent Ridge delivery drivers will also collect non-perishable food donations from home delivery customers during that week.
Last year, Crescent Ridge Dairy held two food drives for the Greater Boston Food Bank and collected a phenomenal total of 5,979 pounds of food.
“With today’s economy and a noted rise in the number of people who need assistance from food banks, the need for donations is much greater. Last year’s drives were very successful and we are thankful to all who donated for a great effort towards stamping out hunger on a local level. We’re hoping to top last year’s donations,” said Mark Parrish, president and third generation of the Parrish family to run Crescent Ridge Dairy.
A Dairy of Distinction: Crescent Ridge Dairy has been providing small batch milk and quality provisions to customers since 1932. Now serving more than 100 communities throughout the Boston area, Crescent Ridge Dairy provides the convenience, quality and customer care demanded in today’s busy lifestyles. Crescent Ridge is known for their creamy, delicious hormone (rBST) free milk in environmentally-friendly glass bottles. Over the years, Crescent Ridge’s home delivery product line has grown to include wholesome USDA Choice beef, all-natural chicken raised without antibiotics, top quality seafood and more than 150 other quality provisions. In addition to delivery service, Crescent Ridge has two Dairy Bars – located in Sharon and Holbrook – which offer 31 flavors of award-winning ice cream and five flavors of frozen yogurt in addition to other dairy products. Crescent Ridge Dairy is headquartered at 355 Bay Road in Sharon. For more information, contact 800-660-2740 or visit www.crescentridge.com
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Crescent Ridge Dairy, serving more than 100 communities throughout the Boston area, will hold a food drive for the Greater Boston Food Bank from June 16-20.
Crescent Ridge Dairy will have collection boxes set up at their Dairy Bars located 403 Bay Road in Sharon and 176 South Franklin Street (Route 37) in Holbrook. Canned goods and other non-perishable food items may be placed in the collection box for delivery to the Greater Boston Food Bank. Crescent Ridge delivery drivers will also collect non-perishable food donations from home delivery customers during that week.
Last year, Crescent Ridge Dairy held two food drives for the Greater Boston Food Bank and collected a phenomenal total of 5,979 pounds of food.
“With today’s economy and a noted rise in the number of people who need assistance from food banks, the need for donations is much greater. Last year’s drives were very successful and we are thankful to all who donated for a great effort towards stamping out hunger on a local level. We’re hoping to top last year’s donations,” said Mark Parrish, president and third generation of the Parrish family to run Crescent Ridge Dairy.
A Dairy of Distinction: Crescent Ridge Dairy has been providing small batch milk and quality provisions to customers since 1932. Now serving more than 100 communities throughout the Boston area, Crescent Ridge Dairy provides the convenience, quality and customer care demanded in today’s busy lifestyles. Crescent Ridge is known for their creamy, delicious hormone (rBST) free milk in environmentally-friendly glass bottles. Over the years, Crescent Ridge’s home delivery product line has grown to include wholesome USDA Choice beef, all-natural chicken raised without antibiotics, top quality seafood and more than 150 other quality provisions. In addition to delivery service, Crescent Ridge has two Dairy Bars – located in Sharon and Holbrook – which offer 31 flavors of award-winning ice cream and five flavors of frozen yogurt in addition to other dairy products. Crescent Ridge Dairy is headquartered at 355 Bay Road in Sharon. For more information, contact 800-660-2740 or visit www.crescentridge.com
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Saturday, June 7: Compuer Recycling Day in Worcester
The New England Surge is excited to co-sponsor a Computer Recycling Day with Bay State Savings Bank this Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This event will take place at Bay State Savings Bank’s newest branch location at 2 Eastern Ave (off of I-290, Exit 16)., Worcester.
Bring used electronics from your home and/or office, including computers, monitors, printers, televisions, and other equipment that may be stashed away in a garage or closet, that needs to be recycled.
For $10--$15 per item, Computer Recycling USA will accept equipment and provide a “Certificate of Recycling” which guarantees complete hard drive erasure to prevent identity theft and satisfies all government environmental compliance regulations, including HIPPAA.
In addition, $5 of every item will be donated to Art beCAUSE, a local non-profit foundation who is committed to funding research dedicated to eradicating environmental causes of breast cancer.
For every item recycled, the New England Surge will provide ONE FREE TICKET to their last regular season game that is taking place that evening at 7:30 PM at the DCU Center in Worcester.
Roy Lucas, Jr., Founder and President of the Surge states, “We are very excited to support Art beCAUSE in their work towards breast cancer research. This is a viable cause and a terrible disease that affects 1 in 7 women; it is a cause that is very personal to the New England Surge.” Lucas continues, “One of our key objectives is to give back and be a vital part of our community—what better way to do that, than to recycle items and have proceeds go to breast cancer research, with one of our key corporate sponsors!”
BayState Savings Bank alone has over 350 items they will be recycling, contributing over $ 1,750 to this cause.
"We are thrilled to be able to partner with the New England Surge," said Diane M. Giampa, Vice President - Human Resources and Marketing at Bay State Savings Bank. "Like the Surge, Bay State Savings Bank is committed to giving back to the communities that we serve, and to being a responsible corporate citizen. This is a great event, and we hope to raise a lot of money and awareness for breast cancer research. It is great working with other likeminded organizations as the Surge, for such a worthwhile cause."
About the Surge: It is a locally owned professional indoor football team, a CIFL team, and is dedicated to providing exciting, family oriented sports entertainment experience to Central Mass. Through ongoing public and outreach campaigns, the New England Surge organization is committed to high professional and ethical standards and dedicated to actively partnering with communities, schools and youth organizations, local government, business and non-profit organizations to positively impact fans, the players, and the community, while providing fast-paced, action–packed professional football. The New England Surge is 8—2 in the season, having clinched a playoff position in the Atlantic Division of the CIFL. Individual tickets and group tickets are available at DCU Box Office or Ticketmaster.com
This event will take place at Bay State Savings Bank’s newest branch location at 2 Eastern Ave (off of I-290, Exit 16)., Worcester.
Bring used electronics from your home and/or office, including computers, monitors, printers, televisions, and other equipment that may be stashed away in a garage or closet, that needs to be recycled.
For $10--$15 per item, Computer Recycling USA will accept equipment and provide a “Certificate of Recycling” which guarantees complete hard drive erasure to prevent identity theft and satisfies all government environmental compliance regulations, including HIPPAA.
In addition, $5 of every item will be donated to Art beCAUSE, a local non-profit foundation who is committed to funding research dedicated to eradicating environmental causes of breast cancer.
For every item recycled, the New England Surge will provide ONE FREE TICKET to their last regular season game that is taking place that evening at 7:30 PM at the DCU Center in Worcester.
Roy Lucas, Jr., Founder and President of the Surge states, “We are very excited to support Art beCAUSE in their work towards breast cancer research. This is a viable cause and a terrible disease that affects 1 in 7 women; it is a cause that is very personal to the New England Surge.” Lucas continues, “One of our key objectives is to give back and be a vital part of our community—what better way to do that, than to recycle items and have proceeds go to breast cancer research, with one of our key corporate sponsors!”
BayState Savings Bank alone has over 350 items they will be recycling, contributing over $ 1,750 to this cause.
"We are thrilled to be able to partner with the New England Surge," said Diane M. Giampa, Vice President - Human Resources and Marketing at Bay State Savings Bank. "Like the Surge, Bay State Savings Bank is committed to giving back to the communities that we serve, and to being a responsible corporate citizen. This is a great event, and we hope to raise a lot of money and awareness for breast cancer research. It is great working with other likeminded organizations as the Surge, for such a worthwhile cause."
About the Surge: It is a locally owned professional indoor football team, a CIFL team, and is dedicated to providing exciting, family oriented sports entertainment experience to Central Mass. Through ongoing public and outreach campaigns, the New England Surge organization is committed to high professional and ethical standards and dedicated to actively partnering with communities, schools and youth organizations, local government, business and non-profit organizations to positively impact fans, the players, and the community, while providing fast-paced, action–packed professional football. The New England Surge is 8—2 in the season, having clinched a playoff position in the Atlantic Division of the CIFL. Individual tickets and group tickets are available at DCU Box Office or Ticketmaster.com
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Online Auction Benefits Jacob's Pillow. Ends June 11th
What: Brand new in 2008, Jacob’s Pillow has launched an online auction at www.jacobspillow.cmarket.com that includes a broad array of distinctive lots available for online bidding.
In previous years, only Gala attendees have been able to bid on coveted live auction items, but the online auction allows the general public the opportunity to take part for the first time.
The online auction offers more than 20 varied and unique lots, including a pair of pointe shoes autographed by ballet star Nina Ananiashvili; luxurious trips to Mexico and San Francisco; private outings with celebrities of the dance world such as Wendy Whelan, David Michalek and Rasta Thomas; fine art dance photography; garden and interior design consultations; private Pilates classes; and more. Current leading bids range from $50 - $3,000.
All proceeds from the online auction and Jacob’s Pillow Season Opening Gala support the Festival, Archives, School, and Community Programs at Jacob’s Pillow, an internationally renowned dance organization that furthers dance creation, presentation, education, preservation and engagement.
When: The online auction will run through June 11, with select items carrying over to the live auction, held during the Jacob’s Pillow Season Opening Gala on June 14.
Where: The online auction can be found at www.jacobspillow.cmarket.com
Live Auction: The live auction will take place at the Season Opening Gala beginning at 5pm on June 14. The Gala includes a cocktail reception, performances by Bill T. Jones. Garth Fagan Dance, Keigwin + Company and others, dinner, dancing and more. Tickets range from $350 – 750 and are available by calling 413.243.9919 x24.
About: Jacob’s Pillow, a National Historic Landmark, is home to a world-renowned international dance Festival, presenting and commissioning works from dance artists and companies from throughout the world. The School at Jacob’s Pillow encompasses a professional training program and the Pillow’s extensive Archives chronicle over 75 years of the art form of dance in print, video, and more. Jacob’s Pillow’s year-round Community Programs enrich the lives of children and adults, and are yet another part of the Jacob’s Pillow cultural legacy. For more information, visit www.jacobspillow.org
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In previous years, only Gala attendees have been able to bid on coveted live auction items, but the online auction allows the general public the opportunity to take part for the first time.
The online auction offers more than 20 varied and unique lots, including a pair of pointe shoes autographed by ballet star Nina Ananiashvili; luxurious trips to Mexico and San Francisco; private outings with celebrities of the dance world such as Wendy Whelan, David Michalek and Rasta Thomas; fine art dance photography; garden and interior design consultations; private Pilates classes; and more. Current leading bids range from $50 - $3,000.
All proceeds from the online auction and Jacob’s Pillow Season Opening Gala support the Festival, Archives, School, and Community Programs at Jacob’s Pillow, an internationally renowned dance organization that furthers dance creation, presentation, education, preservation and engagement.
When: The online auction will run through June 11, with select items carrying over to the live auction, held during the Jacob’s Pillow Season Opening Gala on June 14.
Where: The online auction can be found at www.jacobspillow.cmarket.com
Live Auction: The live auction will take place at the Season Opening Gala beginning at 5pm on June 14. The Gala includes a cocktail reception, performances by Bill T. Jones. Garth Fagan Dance, Keigwin + Company and others, dinner, dancing and more. Tickets range from $350 – 750 and are available by calling 413.243.9919 x24.
About: Jacob’s Pillow, a National Historic Landmark, is home to a world-renowned international dance Festival, presenting and commissioning works from dance artists and companies from throughout the world. The School at Jacob’s Pillow encompasses a professional training program and the Pillow’s extensive Archives chronicle over 75 years of the art form of dance in print, video, and more. Jacob’s Pillow’s year-round Community Programs enrich the lives of children and adults, and are yet another part of the Jacob’s Pillow cultural legacy. For more information, visit www.jacobspillow.org
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Shake It For Shelter Event is This Saturday in Lexington
Shake It for Shelter 2008 - Take Me Home … Country Road
This special event will be a festive evening of dancing, bidding and good fun – all for a great cause – ending family homelessness.
With rockin’ live music, a dazzling auction and food and drink that fit the mood, Shake It for Shelter has become the annual go-to event for more than 600 Lexingtonians and friends from neighboring towns. Since 2002, more than 1,500 individuals and businesses have participated in Shake It for Shelter.
COMPASS for homeless families benefits from the funds raised at Shake It for Shelter.
This unique program provides homeless families in Greater Boston direct services that support family self-sufficiency, adult and child development and family/parenting strength. COMPASS partners with myriad advocates and organizations committed to ending family homelessness.
Funds are needed to meet the growing demand for COMPASS services.
Over the past year
family homelessness has become more critical as the number of homeless families across Massachusetts and in the shelters we serve has risen by close to 30%.
In addition, several additional Boston and Greater Boston shelters eagerly await COMPASS programs, as part of the recent state mandate to end family homelessness. They need additional resources to give homeless families the tools they need to cope with life in the shelter and to succeed in life after the shelter. Your participation will ensure the success of Shake It for Shelter.
The organizers rely upon generous contributions from corporate and individual sponsors, auction donors and community volunteers. We hope you will be a part of this community-wide effort to end the cycle of family homelessness.
To find out how you can make a difference, contact Marybeth Sheehan at 781-862-4446 x205 or via e-mail at marybethpra@aol.com
Visit http://www.shakeitforshelter.org/ for more details on this Saturday's event from 7:30 to midnight at Hayden Field in Lexington. Tickets start at $35.
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This special event will be a festive evening of dancing, bidding and good fun – all for a great cause – ending family homelessness.
With rockin’ live music, a dazzling auction and food and drink that fit the mood, Shake It for Shelter has become the annual go-to event for more than 600 Lexingtonians and friends from neighboring towns. Since 2002, more than 1,500 individuals and businesses have participated in Shake It for Shelter.
COMPASS for homeless families benefits from the funds raised at Shake It for Shelter.
This unique program provides homeless families in Greater Boston direct services that support family self-sufficiency, adult and child development and family/parenting strength. COMPASS partners with myriad advocates and organizations committed to ending family homelessness.
Funds are needed to meet the growing demand for COMPASS services.
Over the past year
family homelessness has become more critical as the number of homeless families across Massachusetts and in the shelters we serve has risen by close to 30%.
In addition, several additional Boston and Greater Boston shelters eagerly await COMPASS programs, as part of the recent state mandate to end family homelessness. They need additional resources to give homeless families the tools they need to cope with life in the shelter and to succeed in life after the shelter. Your participation will ensure the success of Shake It for Shelter.
The organizers rely upon generous contributions from corporate and individual sponsors, auction donors and community volunteers. We hope you will be a part of this community-wide effort to end the cycle of family homelessness.
To find out how you can make a difference, contact Marybeth Sheehan at 781-862-4446 x205 or via e-mail at marybethpra@aol.com
Visit http://www.shakeitforshelter.org/ for more details on this Saturday's event from 7:30 to midnight at Hayden Field in Lexington. Tickets start at $35.
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Donatiosn Needed for Fundraising Yard Sale Saturday, June 7 in Framingham
LLL of Marlborough/Sudbury is holding its annual fundraising Yard Sale on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 837 Edgell Rd., Framingham.
Donations of children’s and household items would be greatly appreciated.
They are also in need of tables and garment racks.
They can pick up large items at your home.
Please call Mary Ellen 508-524-0833 for more information.
Donations of children’s and household items would be greatly appreciated.
They are also in need of tables and garment racks.
They can pick up large items at your home.
Please call Mary Ellen 508-524-0833 for more information.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Friday, May 30: Ladies Night Out in Wellesley
Join Us for a Fun Ladies Night Out Benefiting the Art beCAUSE Foundation*
Everyone is welcome to come unwind after a busy week and see the summer must-have looks on local women receiving complete make-overs! What could be more fun than watching our own local gals walk a runway, while enjoying wine, appetizers and fun with your friends. Plus, chances to win $100s worth of product/services from the featured businesses. Becoming one of our signatures, is our very cool, valuable gift bags for everyone who attends. Don't miss it! We ask that you please RSVP to www.artbecause.org to reserve your spot (space is limited).
Friday May 30 from 7-9 p.m. at the Color Studio, 555 Washington St., in Wellesley
$25 per person (benefits the Art beCAUSE Foundation*
OR Bring a friend to get 2 for $20 each
A portion of the evenings ales will go to the Art beCAUSE Foundation.
* The Art beCAUSE Foundation is committed to funding research dedicated to eradicating environmental causes of breast cancer. The Art beCAUSE Foundation actively seeks out and funds "Seed the Scientist"research projects that deal with the links between breast cancer and the environment. Help support this urgent research! Corporate sponsors and private individuals like you make it possible.
Don't Miss the Hottest Summer Skin Care, Fashion & Hair Trends featuring:
Wendy Chandor: Independent Consultant, Arbonne International
Wendy will share the benefits of using the finest botanical skin care and sun care to nourish and protect the skin, while also addressing the "after" effects of sun and aging on the face/body.
Laurie Mandato : Wardrobe and Style Consultant, Imaging Joy
Laurie will share top summer trends and explore ways to further discover your own personal style. Our models will showcase the latest fashions from Potpourri Designs.
Paula D'Alessandro & Barbara Canty: Owners and Award Winning Stylists, The Color Studio
Paula and Barbara will share the hottest, new summer cuts, coloring, and styles to keep you looking great in the summer weather.
This evening promises to be Great Fun and it is all for a Great Cause -- the Art beCAUSE Foundation. Don't forget to RSVP and we'll see you there.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
WEEKEND PICK: Why Me's Hiking for Kids Day
You can feel good about a day filled with fresh air, exercise, and quality family time at the unique and beautiful Moore State Park in Paxton on June 1.
At Why Me's Hiking for Kids Day, your family will also help local families of children with cancer. The day features an easy to moderate hike from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m with Worcester Shark and Mascot, Fitz, and Twister of the Worcester Tornadoes.
Registration is $25 per hiker (includes beverages and snack). Great raffle prizes available.
For more information, call 508- 757-7734 or visit www.whyme.org.
At Why Me's Hiking for Kids Day, your family will also help local families of children with cancer. The day features an easy to moderate hike from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m with Worcester Shark and Mascot, Fitz, and Twister of the Worcester Tornadoes.
Registration is $25 per hiker (includes beverages and snack). Great raffle prizes available.
For more information, call 508- 757-7734 or visit www.whyme.org.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
8th Annual Give Children A Chance Gala toBenefit Pioneering Autism Program
With Autism Spectrum Disorder rising in prevalence and receiving significant national attention, parents thankfully have more options than ever before to enhance the social and emotional development of affected children. MGH YouthCare has long been a leader in this field, pioneering skill-based programs for toddlers through teens and offering children with Autism Spectrum Disorder the chance to develop social and friendship skills in a safe and supportive environment. Through their summer camp, career skill development program, social skills groups, parent groups and school consultations, YouthCare has empowered hundreds of kids and their parents to make healthy decisions and lead fuller lives.
Each year, YouthCare hosts a gala fundraiser, “Give Children a Chance.” Its eighth annual installment, which will take place May 29 at 6 p.m. at the Moakley Courthouse in Boston, will be hosted by KISS 108’s Billy Costa and will feature Jimmy Buffet cover band The Baja Brothers. Event co-chairs David Long, Stephanie Long, Tim Sweeney, Tom Hamilton and Terry Hamilton are expecting more than 300 guests for this year’s event. Says Terry Hamilton and her husband Tom, best known as bassist for Aerosmith, “Ever since attending our first YouthCare event more than five years ago, we knew this was a cause that needed our support. MGH YouthCare gives kids a place where they can enjoy activities with their peers and be themselves without being bullied or teased, and that is so important for a young kid.”
Says D. Scott McLeod, Ph.D., executive director of MGH YouthCare, “Allowing children on the Autism Spectrum to build skills in a supportive and engaging environment is the surest way to prepare them for a productive, fulfilling life. It is thanks to our generous donors that we continue to be able to deliver high-quality care to hundreds of children in need.”
For more information about attending the gala or about sponsorship opportunities, contact Deb Shapiro at 617-724-2818. To find out more about MGH YouthCare, access www.mghyouthcare.org.
About the Massachusetts General Hospital: Massachusetts General Hospital, established in 1811, is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The MGH conducts the largest hospital-based research program in the United States, with an annual research budget of nearly $500 million and major research centers in AIDS, cardiovascular research, cancer, computational and integrative biology, cutaneous biology, human genetics, medical imaging, neurodegenerative disorders, regenerative medicine, transplantation biology and photomedicine. MGH and Brigham and Women's Hospital are founding members of Partners HealthCare HealthCare System, a Boston-based integrated health care delivery system.
Each year, YouthCare hosts a gala fundraiser, “Give Children a Chance.” Its eighth annual installment, which will take place May 29 at 6 p.m. at the Moakley Courthouse in Boston, will be hosted by KISS 108’s Billy Costa and will feature Jimmy Buffet cover band The Baja Brothers. Event co-chairs David Long, Stephanie Long, Tim Sweeney, Tom Hamilton and Terry Hamilton are expecting more than 300 guests for this year’s event. Says Terry Hamilton and her husband Tom, best known as bassist for Aerosmith, “Ever since attending our first YouthCare event more than five years ago, we knew this was a cause that needed our support. MGH YouthCare gives kids a place where they can enjoy activities with their peers and be themselves without being bullied or teased, and that is so important for a young kid.”
Says D. Scott McLeod, Ph.D., executive director of MGH YouthCare, “Allowing children on the Autism Spectrum to build skills in a supportive and engaging environment is the surest way to prepare them for a productive, fulfilling life. It is thanks to our generous donors that we continue to be able to deliver high-quality care to hundreds of children in need.”
For more information about attending the gala or about sponsorship opportunities, contact Deb Shapiro at 617-724-2818. To find out more about MGH YouthCare, access www.mghyouthcare.org.
About the Massachusetts General Hospital: Massachusetts General Hospital, established in 1811, is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The MGH conducts the largest hospital-based research program in the United States, with an annual research budget of nearly $500 million and major research centers in AIDS, cardiovascular research, cancer, computational and integrative biology, cutaneous biology, human genetics, medical imaging, neurodegenerative disorders, regenerative medicine, transplantation biology and photomedicine. MGH and Brigham and Women's Hospital are founding members of Partners HealthCare HealthCare System, a Boston-based integrated health care delivery system.
May 31: Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser
On Saturday, May 31 the Community Covenant Church at 33 Lake St., in Peabody from 4 to 5 p.m. will hold a Touch-a-Truck Fundraiser.
Kids climb for a cause! Touch and learn about fire, police, and construction vehicles.
All proceeds go to help kids in India. The cost is $1 per person.
For additional information e-mail commcovchurch@aol.com or visit www.communitycovenant-westpeabody.org
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Kids climb for a cause! Touch and learn about fire, police, and construction vehicles.
All proceeds go to help kids in India. The cost is $1 per person.
For additional information e-mail commcovchurch@aol.com or visit www.communitycovenant-westpeabody.org
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June 7: Fundraising Yard Sale
The LLL of Marlborough/Sudbury is holding its annual fundraising Yard Sale on June 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 837 Edgell Rd., Framingham.
Donations of children’s and household items would be greatly appreciated.
We are also in need of tables and garment racks.
We can pick up large items at your home.
Please call Mary Ellen 508-524-0833 for more information.
Donations of children’s and household items would be greatly appreciated.
We are also in need of tables and garment racks.
We can pick up large items at your home.
Please call Mary Ellen 508-524-0833 for more information.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Wide Horizons For Children Creates Emergency Fund for Earthquake Relief in China
Wide Horizons For Children, a leading non-profit adoption and child welfare agency, announced it is creating an emergency relief fund for earthquake victims in China.
The Waltham-based agency is seeking donations to the fund, which will be used to help children affected by the 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck western China last Monday.
Reports show 50,000 people are dead, buried, or missing.
The impact on orphanages is not yet completely known as many of the most affected facilities are in hard-to-access areas. Wide Horizons is working with its partner in China to find more information on the status of children and to identify the most pressing emergency needs arising from the earthquake and aftershocks in western China.
The fund will provide both emergency and long-term relief to children in orphanages and children who have been separated from their families, orphaned, physically hurt and emotionally traumatized. Depending on the specific needs, funds could be used for food, trauma counseling, medical care and emergency shelter as well as to repair or rebuild institutions that may have suffered structural damage.
How to donate to the fund:
Online: www.whfc.org/aid/OnlineDonation.htm - write Earthquake Relief in comment box
Phone: Ali Crandall at 800-729-5330 x1340
Mail: Wide Horizons For Children, Attn: Earthquake Relief, 38 Edge Hill Rd, Waltham, 02451
About Wide Horizons For Children: It is one of the largest private, non-profit adoption and child welfare agencies in the United States. The agency has placed over 10,000 children from 53 countries with American citizens since its founding in 1974. WHFC's humanitarian aid programs have donated more than $10 million to build and support projects for children all over the world. For more information, visit www.whfc.org
The Waltham-based agency is seeking donations to the fund, which will be used to help children affected by the 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck western China last Monday.
Reports show 50,000 people are dead, buried, or missing.
The impact on orphanages is not yet completely known as many of the most affected facilities are in hard-to-access areas. Wide Horizons is working with its partner in China to find more information on the status of children and to identify the most pressing emergency needs arising from the earthquake and aftershocks in western China.
The fund will provide both emergency and long-term relief to children in orphanages and children who have been separated from their families, orphaned, physically hurt and emotionally traumatized. Depending on the specific needs, funds could be used for food, trauma counseling, medical care and emergency shelter as well as to repair or rebuild institutions that may have suffered structural damage.
How to donate to the fund:
Online: www.whfc.org/aid/OnlineDonation.htm - write Earthquake Relief in comment box
Phone: Ali Crandall at 800-729-5330 x1340
Mail: Wide Horizons For Children, Attn: Earthquake Relief, 38 Edge Hill Rd, Waltham, 02451
About Wide Horizons For Children: It is one of the largest private, non-profit adoption and child welfare agencies in the United States. The agency has placed over 10,000 children from 53 countries with American citizens since its founding in 1974. WHFC's humanitarian aid programs have donated more than $10 million to build and support projects for children all over the world. For more information, visit www.whfc.org
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
4th Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run For Education is Saturday
The Bresnahan Family & Friends and the Ayer Education Foundation encourage families to participate and attend the Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education http://www.janisbresnahanforeducation.com/. The family-fun event will be held this Saturday, May 10th, at Ayer Middle/High School. All proceeds from this landmark community event will go to the Ayer Education Foundation, the local non-profit that raises money to support educational excellence at Ayer Public Schools.
“The AEF and the Janis Bresnahan run have become an incredibly important part of the fabric of the Ayer school community,” said George Frost, Superintendent, Ayer Public Schools. “The race is truly an event of community significance, and the funds raised allow AEF to offer teacher grants which enhance the educational experiences of our children.”
“We are very excited about the 4th annual run. The event has been a great success both in bringing the community and Janis's friends and family together, and it has managed to raise an amazing $100,000 for the Ayer Education Foundation in its first three years,” said Ben Bresnahan.” This year we made some changes to the format, taking the run from a 5-mile to a 5K and the walk from 3 miles to 2 miles, based on feedback and in the hopes of increasing participation. Thank you to everyone for making this such a great success in memory of our sister Janis.”
The annual run for education is in memory of Janis Bresnahan. Janis was born on May 15, 1971, and spent most of her life growing up in the town of Ayer and graduated from Ayer High School in 1989. Janis was an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed running, cycling and boating. She was co-captain of the Ayer High School women's track team in her senior year, and then went on to dedicate her life and work to the education of children.
“We are honored to be part of the Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education. The Bresnahan Family & Friends are truly an inspiration for us, and AEF is so grateful to be the recipients of funds raised from the run,” noted Sheila Kelly, Co-President, Ayer Education Foundation. “This event has become an important town-wide event that not only remembers Janis Bresnahan and all that she contributed to education and children, but it serves as a reminder of how people can pull together for the greater good of our school district and all the children in our town.”
The Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education will feature a competitive 5K run throughout the picturesque town of Ayer, as well as a 2-mile, non-competitive walk and a fun-filled Tot Trot for children up to age 6.
Janis Bresnahan May 10, 2008 Race Day Events at A Glance
· Registration 8:30 a.m. Ayer Middle/High School Cafeteria
· Tot Trot 9:15 a.m. Ayer Middle/High School Track Infield
· 5K Run 10:00 a.m. Starts/ends at Ayer Middle/High School
· 2 Mile Walk 10:05 a.m. Starts/ends at Ayer Middle/High School
Calling All Tots Ages 1 to 6 Years
Children will enjoy a fun morning of Tot Trot running and free activities including an obstacle course, Lego table, balloons, face painting, craft creations and games. All registered children will receive a road race ribbon and T-shirt for their participation and they may also participate in the 2-mile walk, at no additional fee. Winners of the Tot Trot race will receive a special “necklace medal.” Volunteer opportunities are available and appreciated for the Tot Trot. Contact Betsy at 978-448-3448 or elizdolan@gmail.com.
How to Register for Events
Race day registration is $10 for the Tot Trot and $20 for the Run/Walk.
Online registration is available at www.janisbresnahanforeducation.com.
Amenities and Prizes
The race will include course mile markers, water stations and medical personnel. The course is certified and the 5K run will be professionally timed. Refreshments and restrooms will be available at Ayer Middle/High School. Prizes of $100 each will go to the first place male and female overall finishers for the 5K run. Prizes will also be given out to the top finishers in all age categories.
Official Sponsors of Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education
Premier Sponsor: North Middlesex Savings Bank (www.nmsb.com)
Platinum Sponsors: Anderson Family Funeral Homes; The Berry Family; Drake Management LLC; Gervais Ford; KBACE Technologies; Lexington Insurance Company; Tony and Joyce McGuane – Tim and Mary Vallely; Nashoba Paving Company; Nashoba Valley Medical Center; John & Katie Ragan, Tim & Deana & Marypaula; Dick Rakip.
Gold Sponsors: Ayer Oil Company; Barnraisers, Inc. Design Services; Bull Run Restaurant; G.V. Moore Lumber Company; Headquarters Hair Salon; J.C. Madigan, Inc.; JP Routhier & Sons, Inc.; Nashoba Club Pizza Restaurant Club; Piccolino’s Food & Spirits; Sheldon & Sullivan, Attorneys at Law; Sports & Physical Therapy Associates.
How to Make a Donation to Support Local Public Education
Individuals or businesses interested in making a tax-deductible donation to the Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education may do so online via a secure credit card transaction at http://www.janisbresnahanforeducation.com/. Make checks payable to “Ayer Education Foundation” and mail to: Sally Sloan, 4 Standish Ave., Ayer, MA 01432. Individuals are encouraged to check with their employers regarding matching gift programs as many companies will match, dollar for dollar, a charitable contribution made by an employee and thereby double the amount of the donation.
The Ayer Education Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization supported by donations from individuals, businesses and organizations committed to improving the quality of education in Ayer Public Schools. Through a granting process, the Foundation disperses tax-deductible donations to create specific new programs and professional training aimed at enriching the education of the 1,300 students attending Page Hilltop School and Ayer Middle/High School.
“The AEF and the Janis Bresnahan run have become an incredibly important part of the fabric of the Ayer school community,” said George Frost, Superintendent, Ayer Public Schools. “The race is truly an event of community significance, and the funds raised allow AEF to offer teacher grants which enhance the educational experiences of our children.”
“We are very excited about the 4th annual run. The event has been a great success both in bringing the community and Janis's friends and family together, and it has managed to raise an amazing $100,000 for the Ayer Education Foundation in its first three years,” said Ben Bresnahan.” This year we made some changes to the format, taking the run from a 5-mile to a 5K and the walk from 3 miles to 2 miles, based on feedback and in the hopes of increasing participation. Thank you to everyone for making this such a great success in memory of our sister Janis.”
The annual run for education is in memory of Janis Bresnahan. Janis was born on May 15, 1971, and spent most of her life growing up in the town of Ayer and graduated from Ayer High School in 1989. Janis was an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed running, cycling and boating. She was co-captain of the Ayer High School women's track team in her senior year, and then went on to dedicate her life and work to the education of children.
“We are honored to be part of the Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education. The Bresnahan Family & Friends are truly an inspiration for us, and AEF is so grateful to be the recipients of funds raised from the run,” noted Sheila Kelly, Co-President, Ayer Education Foundation. “This event has become an important town-wide event that not only remembers Janis Bresnahan and all that she contributed to education and children, but it serves as a reminder of how people can pull together for the greater good of our school district and all the children in our town.”
The Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education will feature a competitive 5K run throughout the picturesque town of Ayer, as well as a 2-mile, non-competitive walk and a fun-filled Tot Trot for children up to age 6.
Janis Bresnahan May 10, 2008 Race Day Events at A Glance
· Registration 8:30 a.m. Ayer Middle/High School Cafeteria
· Tot Trot 9:15 a.m. Ayer Middle/High School Track Infield
· 5K Run 10:00 a.m. Starts/ends at Ayer Middle/High School
· 2 Mile Walk 10:05 a.m. Starts/ends at Ayer Middle/High School
Calling All Tots Ages 1 to 6 Years
Children will enjoy a fun morning of Tot Trot running and free activities including an obstacle course, Lego table, balloons, face painting, craft creations and games. All registered children will receive a road race ribbon and T-shirt for their participation and they may also participate in the 2-mile walk, at no additional fee. Winners of the Tot Trot race will receive a special “necklace medal.” Volunteer opportunities are available and appreciated for the Tot Trot. Contact Betsy at 978-448-3448 or elizdolan@gmail.com.
How to Register for Events
Race day registration is $10 for the Tot Trot and $20 for the Run/Walk.
Online registration is available at www.janisbresnahanforeducation.com.
Amenities and Prizes
The race will include course mile markers, water stations and medical personnel. The course is certified and the 5K run will be professionally timed. Refreshments and restrooms will be available at Ayer Middle/High School. Prizes of $100 each will go to the first place male and female overall finishers for the 5K run. Prizes will also be given out to the top finishers in all age categories.
Official Sponsors of Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education
Premier Sponsor: North Middlesex Savings Bank (www.nmsb.com)
Platinum Sponsors: Anderson Family Funeral Homes; The Berry Family; Drake Management LLC; Gervais Ford; KBACE Technologies; Lexington Insurance Company; Tony and Joyce McGuane – Tim and Mary Vallely; Nashoba Paving Company; Nashoba Valley Medical Center; John & Katie Ragan, Tim & Deana & Marypaula; Dick Rakip.
Gold Sponsors: Ayer Oil Company; Barnraisers, Inc. Design Services; Bull Run Restaurant; G.V. Moore Lumber Company; Headquarters Hair Salon; J.C. Madigan, Inc.; JP Routhier & Sons, Inc.; Nashoba Club Pizza Restaurant Club; Piccolino’s Food & Spirits; Sheldon & Sullivan, Attorneys at Law; Sports & Physical Therapy Associates.
How to Make a Donation to Support Local Public Education
Individuals or businesses interested in making a tax-deductible donation to the Fourth Annual Janis Bresnahan 5K Run for Education may do so online via a secure credit card transaction at http://www.janisbresnahanforeducation.com/. Make checks payable to “Ayer Education Foundation” and mail to: Sally Sloan, 4 Standish Ave., Ayer, MA 01432. Individuals are encouraged to check with their employers regarding matching gift programs as many companies will match, dollar for dollar, a charitable contribution made by an employee and thereby double the amount of the donation.
The Ayer Education Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization supported by donations from individuals, businesses and organizations committed to improving the quality of education in Ayer Public Schools. Through a granting process, the Foundation disperses tax-deductible donations to create specific new programs and professional training aimed at enriching the education of the 1,300 students attending Page Hilltop School and Ayer Middle/High School.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
EDY's Ice Cream SCOOP DAY on Saturday, May 3 Benefits Jimmy Fund
WHAT: Scoop Day: Treat yourself to EDY’s® winning American Idol ice cream flavor and limited-edition CD at participating Stop & Shop stores and support fight against childhood cancer
WHEN: Saturday, May 3
WHERE: Participating Stop & Shop stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, & Rhode Island
DETAILS: Donate $1 for a scoop of SLOW CHURNED® ice cream or $3 for scoop of SLOW CHURNED ice cream and a CD of former American Idol performers, and EDY’s will donate 100 percent of the proceeds and $25,000 to children’s cancer research. Participants will be able to treat themselves to a scoop of Take the Cake yellow cake flavored light ice cream with frosting swirls and multicolored sprinkles. American Idol CD features 8 full-length previously unreleased tracks from Kimberly Caldwell, Chris Richardson, and others
EDY’s will donate all proceeds from Boston and New England area Stop & Shop stores to The Jimmy Fund.
WHEN: Saturday, May 3
WHERE: Participating Stop & Shop stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, & Rhode Island
DETAILS: Donate $1 for a scoop of SLOW CHURNED® ice cream or $3 for scoop of SLOW CHURNED ice cream and a CD of former American Idol performers, and EDY’s will donate 100 percent of the proceeds and $25,000 to children’s cancer research. Participants will be able to treat themselves to a scoop of Take the Cake yellow cake flavored light ice cream with frosting swirls and multicolored sprinkles. American Idol CD features 8 full-length previously unreleased tracks from Kimberly Caldwell, Chris Richardson, and others
EDY’s will donate all proceeds from Boston and New England area Stop & Shop stores to The Jimmy Fund.
WEEKEND PICK: Sunday's Walk Benefits Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts
This Sunday, April 27 consider taking part in The Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts' 2008 Community Walk for Autism Awareness today from 1 to 3 p.m.
To register, visit www. arccm.org/reg08.pdf
The event will be held rain or shine at Quinsigamond Park in Worcester.
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and the organization is also hosting a family celebration that day from 3 to 5 p.m.
For more information visit http://www.arccm.org/
To register, visit www. arccm.org/reg08.pdf
The event will be held rain or shine at Quinsigamond Park in Worcester.
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and the organization is also hosting a family celebration that day from 3 to 5 p.m.
For more information visit http://www.arccm.org/
Walk/RunTo Benefit Middleboro-based School on May 3
The Samuel Fuller School is hosting a 5k walk/run and a 10k run at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2008. The race celebrates the opening of the new Samuel Fuller School and also serves as a fundraiser for scholarships. Both the 5k and 10k have the same start and finish: the pastoral First Congregational meeting house which was built in 1828 and has been newly refurbished this past year.
For those avid – or not so avid - runners out there, this is a diverse and exciting course that begins and ends at the First Congregational Church in Middleboro and winds through some beautiful woodlands. The race is a true cross country course that runs largely through the Pratt Farm in town. It is a great chance to add a little diversity to your spring/summer running schedule or to just get outside and enjoy the day while supporting a worthy cause.
Food and live music will be at the finish line. The board of the school will be available after the race to share information about the school and show off their model classroom.
The fee to register is $18 for the 5K and $20 for the 10K. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in several age brackets for men and women.
To pre-register for the race log on to www.samuelfullerschool.com or register in person at 9 a.m. on May 3.
The 5K and 10K races are sponsored by: Cranberry Chiropractic of Middleborough; Dr. Stephen Couet of East Grove Family Dental in Middleborough; Hometown Mortgage of Middleborough; R. A. Jackson Plumbing & Heating of Middleborough; Shotgunflat Creative Agency of Middleborough; Topnotch Design Studio in Easton and Winberg's True Value in Lakeville.
About the Samuel Fuller School: Opening in September 2008, Samuel Fuller School will begin with grades K through 3 and add a grade each year thereafter. Classes will be held in the Christian Education Building of the First Congregational Church, 6 Plympton Street, Middleborough, Mass.For additional information about the race or the school, contact Samuel Fuller School, 508-715-4256, info@samuelfullerschool.org or visit www.samuelfullerschool.org.
For those avid – or not so avid - runners out there, this is a diverse and exciting course that begins and ends at the First Congregational Church in Middleboro and winds through some beautiful woodlands. The race is a true cross country course that runs largely through the Pratt Farm in town. It is a great chance to add a little diversity to your spring/summer running schedule or to just get outside and enjoy the day while supporting a worthy cause.
Food and live music will be at the finish line. The board of the school will be available after the race to share information about the school and show off their model classroom.
The fee to register is $18 for the 5K and $20 for the 10K. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in several age brackets for men and women.
To pre-register for the race log on to www.samuelfullerschool.com or register in person at 9 a.m. on May 3.
The 5K and 10K races are sponsored by: Cranberry Chiropractic of Middleborough; Dr. Stephen Couet of East Grove Family Dental in Middleborough; Hometown Mortgage of Middleborough; R. A. Jackson Plumbing & Heating of Middleborough; Shotgunflat Creative Agency of Middleborough; Topnotch Design Studio in Easton and Winberg's True Value in Lakeville.
About the Samuel Fuller School: Opening in September 2008, Samuel Fuller School will begin with grades K through 3 and add a grade each year thereafter. Classes will be held in the Christian Education Building of the First Congregational Church, 6 Plympton Street, Middleborough, Mass.For additional information about the race or the school, contact Samuel Fuller School, 508-715-4256, info@samuelfullerschool.org or visit www.samuelfullerschool.org.
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