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Walker School raises $400,000 to support Needham school

May 15th, 2019 Comments Closed

SEAPORT — 350 guests attended the Needham-based Walker School’s 19th annual “Lives in Bloom” black tie gala, which was held on May 11, 2019 at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel in the Seaport District. The event, which raised $400,000, honored Jennie Shaw, LICSW, as Outstanding Staff Member, and Paul Shorthose and family as Outstanding Community Partners. The evening’s emcee was Trenni Kusnierek of NBC Sports Boston. The Lives in Bloom Gala benefits children facing significant…

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David McCullough launches latest book with event to benefit Hingham Historical Society

May 14th, 2019 Comments Closed

HINGHAM — More than 350 people packed the auditorium at Hingham High School to hear bestselling author and historian David McCullough for a night that kicked off his tour to support his latest book, “The Pioneers.” The event was held to benefit the Hingham Historical Society. “The Pioneers” is the fourteenth book by the two-time Pulitzer Prize winning author, whose previous subjects have included the Wright brothers, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Johnstown Flood. For…

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Some selected feature images from Bill Brett

May 14th, 2019 Comments Closed

BOSTON — Our own Bill Brett is always looking for that next, best photograph and today he pulled a few recent images to share with you. We hope you enjoy these which we put with others that we liked that he took over the last couple of years. ALL PHOTOS BY BILL BRETT

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Dorchester Boys & Girls Clubs hold annual celebration of women leaders

May 14th, 2019 Comments Closed

SOUTH BOSTON — More than 450 guests attended The New England Women’s Leadership Awards (NEWLA) hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester. The event raised more than $500,000 to support the Dorchester nonprofit’s programs. The NEWLA has celebrated inspiring women for more than 25 years by recognizing more than 100 remarkable women who have met the challenges they face with confidence, persistence and compassion. The honorees are role models and mentors for the Clubs’…

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Crossroads raises $500,000 at “Urban Campfire”

May 13th, 2019 Comments Closed

BOSTON — 500 guests attended Crossroads annual “Urban Campfire,” which raised $500,000. The gathering was held on May 9, 2019 at the Revere Hotel. The Crossroads Urban Campfire is the nonprofit’s signature event that raises funds to support the more than 1,000 under-resourced Massachusetts youth Crossroads serves annually. A cocktail party featuring a short speaking program, the Urban Campfire allows for the entire Crossroads Family — including board members, major donors, alumni, and current Crossroads…

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