Tag: positive news
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Who Says I Can’t?
SUDBURY, MA – With every step on the historic grounds at The Wayside Inn, guests went further into a charming summer soiree that glittered into the evening under soft drapery & crystal chandeliers. The biggest event of the season for the Who Says I Can’t foundation, funds raised from ticket sales, live and silent auctions…
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Humor on the Harbor supports addiction recovery, critical resources
WINTHROP, MA – As the sun set on the harbor at Cottage Park Yacht Club in Winthrop, something funny started happening-literally. The second annual Humor on the Harbor bash brought in the belly laughs with comedians like Steve Halligan and hypnotist Frank Santos. Settled in a quaint Winthrop community overlooking the Boston skyline, Cottage Park…
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Before closing its doors, Lombardo’s hosts lavish Triple Crown Gala
RANDOLPH, MA- With its iconic chandelier shimmering from every step of a spiral staircase, Lombardo’s restaurant served as a perfect host for the Triple Crown gala to benefit Marisa’s Mission. “We are a big horse racing family. My dad has had horses forever, down the line my uncles, grandfathers, cousins…everybody.” says Lauren Federico, founder of…
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Making meatballs..and memories.
HAVERHILL, MA – The comforting smell of a home cooked meal is one that has had a habit of bringing families together for generations. For the Hearts Apart Foundation that meal is meatballs, and the families are military. Part of the family readiness group at Hanscom AFB Military Family & Readiness Center, The Hearts Apart…
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Throwing Haymakers for Hope
BOSTON, MA- Transformed to a boxing ring within the heart of Boston, MGM Grand welcomed nearly 2,000 fans of a very different type of sporting experience than one would usually expect just steps away from Fenway Park’s home plate. 32 amateur boxers trained for just over 4 months, enduring rigorous training to prepare for a…
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Kentucky Derby red carpet soiree raises thousands for local charity
PLYMOUTH, MA-Amid fancy hats and mint juleps on a sunny afternoon in Plymouth, the staff at Alden Park in Colony Place were busy laying out the red carpet for guests to celebrate the Kentucky Derby. Described by General Manager Brian Gratton as the “biggest event of the year to see and be seen”, the annual…
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Yoga Reaches Out From Gillette Stadium
FOXBOROUGH, MA – With arms stretched to the sky and hearts turned to Boston Children’s Hospital, over a thousand yoga enthusiasts from all over New England stood mat-to-mat inside the Socios Field House at Gillette Stadium. While the mindful ceremony may have shifted from its intended view from the field at Gillette Stadium, the packed…
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Valley Patriot Bash Awards over $50K in scholarships
LAWRENCE, MA – For nearly 20 years, a local newspaper has been taking the initiative in providing scholarships to support area students and bringing awareness to local unsung heroes. This year, however, was different: it drew the largest amount of support The Valley Patriot had ever seen. “Last year, we raised 30,000 and our minds…
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How attending a private concert & Bruins’ autograph signing gave back to one of Boston’s biggest foundations
SOUTH BOSTON, MA – If you know Southie, then you know Capo. You know how packed area bars can get for B’s games, you know the next Dalton & The Sheriff’s show is going to be sold out, and you know Todd Angilly is an absolute legend. That’s why a private concert by both the…
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Tukka Rask makes alumni debut to benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
BOSTON, MA – As Boston Bruins’ newest alumni member Tuukka Rask laced up his skates in the locker room of the Warrior Ice Arena, hockey lovers of all ages began to fill the stands. This game, however, was not just for fun. While the captivating game held an uplifting and energetic atmosphere, every dollar raised…
Emmalyn Reid 