Tag: positive news
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Meet Jeff & Jena, powerhouses behind Somerville’s New England Kettlebell Classic
SOMERVILLE, MA – 10 years ago, Jeff Butterworth’s passion and dedication for the strength training sport of Kettlebell put him on a national stage where home from Chicago with the championship gold medal. Today, the owner of Rx Strength Training and his partner Jena Tang are host to the 2nd annual New England Kettlebell Classic…
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Boston Museum Of Science hosts Heartfelt Dreams Fundraising Dinner
BOSTON, MA – A notable landmark in the city of Boston, the Museum of Science is home to one of the most breathtaking views of the city from the Skyline Room. A stone’s throw to Massachusetts General Hospital where congenital heart defect patients from all over the world have come to seek expert care, the…
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Small biz highlight: Meet Courtney of Spoke & Weal
BOSTON, MA – While one would never know from the subtle sign just outside of an unmarked door, nestled inside the second floor of 75 Newbury Street is a hidden gem salon that’s home to one of the most talented hair colorists in Boston. “I am constantly inspired by color in fashion or nature,” explains…
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Less Leg More Heart Hosts Glittering First Gala
WINDHAM, NH– As the sun set on quiet Cobblers Pond in Windham, staff at the Castleton began to warm up the fireplaces ready to host a red carpet gala in support of the groundbreaking non-profit Less Leg More Heart. The holiday-themed gala welcomed guests with a red carpet walkthrough serenaded by a live piano artist…
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Behind the runway: come backstage with me for the United In Style fashion show!
CHESTNUT HILL, MA – It had been all of ten years since I’d walked a runway – so when the opportunity knocked to conquer a catwalk for charity, I leapt at the chance. The United In Style Fashion show was a captivating collaboration between Project Smile & Dress For Success Boston featuring fall fashion from…
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Beach Road Weekend rocks Martha’s Vineyard in support of Vineyard Arts & Culture Foundation
MARTHA’S VINEYARD – As the last week of August began to slip away, flocks of music lovers descended on the small island of Martha’s Vineyard to see fan favorites like Bon Iver, Mumford & Sons, Crooked Coast, and Regina Spektor. Though on its face Beach Road Weekend was a music festival bringing in thousands from…
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Heartfelt Dreams Golf Tournament Hosts Red Sox Legend, Supporting Congenital Heart Disease Care
HOLLIS, NH – With golf carts ready to go, a nearly picture-perfect day graced the green at Overlook Golf Course in New Hampshire in support of The Heartfelt Dreams Foundation. Joined by Red Sox legend Jim Rice, golfers enjoyed a classic bbq lunch on the Overlook terrace for the third annual event with a mouthwatering…
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Paws-itively perfect cocktail: how Park 9 & Tito’s Vodka are giving back to Sweet Paws Rescue one glass at a time
EVERETT, MA – Taking puppies and Prosecco to a whole new level, every dog owner in Boston has been barking about the new family friendly Park9 Dog Bar in Everett. What you might not know about is The Dog Barker drink that gives back with every glass. Made with Tito’s handmade vodka, fresh lemon, blueberry,…
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40 years of red, white and boom: behind the Falmouth Fireworks
FALMOUTH, MA – For 43 years, Arthur Ratsy has been the man behind the magic of the Falmouth Fireworks. Started in 1980 when a few friends got together to come up with a plan to bring a literal pop of joy to the seaside town. “There were probably 6 or 8 of us sitting around…
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Looking for a reason to celebrate? Here’s 13 of them.
BOSTON, MA – As the sound of DJ WhySham echoed through the Para Maria patio onto the cobblestone corridor on the harbor walk, one look told all passing by there was much to celebrate – thirteen reasons, in fact. Celebrating thirteen years since their 2010 inception, leadership behind the Massachusetts Women of Color Network have…