Santa Foundation 40th Anniversary Gala - Oct 3, 2025

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Santa Foundation 40th Anniversary Gala - Oct 3, 2025

Join us in celebrating 40 years of giving at the Santa Foundation 40th Anniversary Gala!

Date: Friday, October 3, 2025 at the The Franklin Elks

An unforgettable evening of inspiration, community, and heart.

For four decades, the Santa Foundation has brought hope and help to families in need. Now, it’s time to celebrate the impact you’ve helped create.

Stay tuned for ticket information and more exciting details!

Let’s make this a night to remember.

https://www.sfjoy.org/events/event-two-mhgam

Save the Date for Advocates Annual Gala - Nov 13. 2025 - 6 PM

Save the Date! Advocates Annual Gala ~ The Westin Waltham Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 6:00 PM We're going back to the '70s! It's our 50th anniversary, and we're excited to celebrate this milestone with you. Join us as we honor five decades of caring partnerships and creative solutions—and look ahead with hope and innovation to the next 50 years. For more information, please contact: Ellen Kipp | EKipp@Advocates​.org www.Advocates.org/Celebrating50 Advocates Advocates 1881 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

Get your tickets to the Glen Pharmer Gala, Thursday, May 8, 2025

https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1076491&restref=1076491&experienceId=463415

 

You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

 

You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

SAFE Coalition Announces 3rd Annual Gala for May 8

SAFE Coalition has announced their 3rd Annual Gala for May 8, 2025, at the Lakeview Pavilion in Foxborough. Titled “An Evening of Giving,” the event will raise funds to advance SAFE’s mission of offering compassionate, judgement-free support to those affected by substance use disorder and mental health challenges.  

Guests of SAFE’s gala will enjoy a gourmet dinner, live music, silent and live auctions, and inspirational guest speakers. 

3rd Annual Gala - May 8

Jake Haendel will be the keynote speaker, whose podcast Blink is currently at the top of the Apple Podcast charts. Haendel, a Boston native, struggled with substance misuse in early adulthood. He is the only known survivor of a rare brain disease that caused him to develop “locked-in syndrome,” a condition causing complete, coma-like body paralysis. 

Haendel will speak on risk factors for substance abuse, especially for adolescents, and how more needs to be done to ensure no one goes unsupported. 

“All kids are good kids,” he says, “and substance use disorder does not discriminate.” 

Struggles like depression, anxiety, and trauma affect all kids, regardless of background, he says. These stressors can result in harmful coping mechanisms regardless of a person’s outward appearance or perceived privileges.

Businesses and individuals across New England show their support of SAFE’s work to reduce stigma and raise awareness by sponsoring the gala, such as Direct Federal Credit Union, who secured a champion sponsorship for the 2025 gala.

“Direct Federal Credit Union is committed to supporting organizations like SAFE that make a difference in our community,” says Kristen Johnson, DCFU Senior Vice President, Employee & Brand Experience. “By combining our efforts in philanthropy, volunteerism, and financial literacy, we’re able to contribute to the long-lasting impact SAFE is having on individuals and families. We are honored to stand with SAFE in their mission to strengthen our community.”

SAFE serves over 50 communities in Massachusetts with programs for teens, support groups for loved one’s impacted by others’ substance use, harm reduction education, resources for families in need like a community diaper bank, housing support, and more. SAFE’s services are free to recipients and no insurance is needed.

SAFE began in 2015 after a community discussion on the increasing deaths from opioid use and what could be done to combat the rising epidemic. Today, the nonprofit works with first responders, local and state politicians, municipalities, schools, other nonprofits, and concerned citizens across southeastern Massachusetts to fill gaps in substance use prevention and education, harm reduction, recovery, and mental health support. 

“At the gala we bring together stakeholders, community partners, and members of the public, without whom we would not exist,” says SAFE Co-founder and Director of Family Recovery Jim Derick. “This event provides a platform to highlight our services and successes, report on impacts we have made, and chart our course for the year to come.”

Purchase tickets, secure a sponsorship, donate to the live and silent auctions, and learn more about SAFE’s work at www.safecoalitionma.org/2025-safe-gala

Learn more about SAFE Coalition at (508) 488-8105 or info@safecoalitionma.org

SAVE THE DATE for the 3rd annual SAFE Gala: An Evening of Giving

 3rd annual SAFE Gala: An Evening of Giving

 

SAVE THE DATE for the 3rd annual SAFE Gala: An Evening of Giving!

5:30 PM • Thursday, May 8 • Lakeview Pavilion - Foxborough, MA

Learn more: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/safegala/

 

 

 

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Join Tony Award winner Beth Leavel at the The Gala at THE BLACK BOX, Nov 9

There’s still till time to get your tickets for The Gala on November 9th at THE BLACK BOX!

Joining Tony Award winner Beth Leavel and Gala Host Ben Cameron onstage at The Gala are FPAC Stars Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Ali Funkhouser, Katie Gray, Andrew Scott Holmes, Nick Paone, Paul Rescigno, and Robbie Rescigno!

Walk the red carpet in your sneakers or stilettos for an evening at THE BLACK BOX, celebrating the stars of FPAC with Tony Award® winner Beth Leavel and Broadway’s Ben Cameron! Delight in a vibrant fundraising extravaganza of cocktails, dinner by 3 Restaurant, live and online auctions, interactive raffles, and performances by Broadway, NYC, and FPAC artists!

Gala proceeds support FPAC programming and THE BLACK BOX while encouraging the development of emerging artists. The Gala helps FPAC bring world-class talent to perform in downtown Franklin, amplifying the cultural fabric of MetroWest Boston.

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Tickets available ->  https://fpaconline.com/fundraising-gala/

FPAC Fundraising Gala is scheduled for: November 9

FPAC Fundraising Gala is scheduled for: November 9

 

"Save the date for this year’s FPAC Fundraising Gala: November 9th! 

Starring Tony Award winner Beth Leavel, hosted by your Broadway Buddy Ben Cameron, and featuring a cast of FPAC favorites!"

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SAFE Gala - May 1 - Event Details!

Hey there!   We are thrilled to host our 2nd annual SAFE Coalition Gala tomorrow evening at the Lakeview Pavilion in Foxborough starting at 5:30pm!   A few details in preparation for the celebration:   Address: 45 Lakeview Rd. Foxborough, MA 02035 Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm Parking: Lakeview Pavilion has free parking at the venue Check In: Our amazing volunteers will check you in as you enter!   What to expect: FABULOUS Raffle Items! Tickets are 10 for $25, 20 for $40. Signed Patriot items, SOLO stove, salon packages and over 15 more items! Cocktail Hour: Enjoy meeting friends and making connections from 5:30pm - 6:30pm Meet with former New England Patriots Player Rob Ninkovitch! LIVE AUCTION: 4 incredible items...read more below! One example of the Multiple LIVE auction Items: Viva Las Vegas!   Tucked away between the MGM Grand and Planet Hollywood, the Carriage House is the ideal Las Vegas hotel off the "strip". Enjoy comfortable accommodations, convenient in-room features and amenities including complimentary wifi and parking, an outdoor heated pool, and a fitness room!   *Accommodations for 4-6 adults, 2 bedroom suite, subject to availability for exchange in 2024, airfare not included. We are excited to celebrate another year with all of you!   Interested in joining us tomorrow? Tickets are still available! https://pp.events/safegala2024 Warmly, The SAFE Team  Our Contact Information SAFE Coalition 31 Hayward St., Suite 2C Franklin, MA 02038-0434 508-488-8105 http://www.safecoalitionma.org DONATE

Franklin Cultural District: Museum Gala, blues concert, silent movie, vacation week events & more as #artshappenhere

Wednesday, April 10

1:00pm Senior Scribblers

Thursday, April 11

7:00pm Night at the Museum Gala

Friday, April 12

10:00am Knitting Group

1:00pm Animals in the Spring

7:30pm James Montgomery Band with the Daybreakers

Saturday, April 13

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:30am Animal Affair

2:00pm Holi Celebration

3:00pm April Fool’s Concert

6:00pm Silent Saturdays: "Metropolis"

Sunday, April 14

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm Second Sunday Speaker

2:00pm Eid Celebration

Monday, April 15 - Tax Day/Marathon Monday/Patriots Day

Tuesday, April 16

10:30am Toe Jam Puppet Band!

6:00pm Table Top

7:00pm Trivia Night

7:30pm Voice of Franklin, part of Toastmasters International

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Find the full Community event calendar   https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:   https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala is happening Thursday, April 11 at THE BLACK BOX. Will you be there?

The first benefit event for Children's Museum of Franklin, the Night at the Museum Gala, is coming up Thursday, April 11!

This will be a celebratory evening of friends, exhibit play, live jazz music, food, and conversation! Beyond a fun night out, your attendance is instrumental to the Children's Museum of Franklin.  

Just another reason to plan to attend with friends – group ticket packages are available. If you are unable to attend on April 11, please consider supporting us in the following ways:

• Donate to the Children's Museum of Franklin. Donations of every amount add up and will be what opens our doors full-time!
• Spread the word. Encourage your friends, family and neighbors to attend the Gala or to donate to this cause.
• Bid on amazing packages in our Online Silent Auction. The auction runs through April 11.

Get your tickets for the Gala -> https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/gala

It is community participation and support that will bring the Children's Museum of Franklin to life full-time.

We hope to see you on April 11!

Cheers!

Erin Gallagher & Meg Hagen

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala is happening Thursday, April 11

SAFE Coalition celebrates 8 year anniversary with an Open House - April 5 from 11 AM to 2 PM

Via the SAFE Coalition: 

"Let’s celebrate 8 years! 

On Friday, April 5th, we are excited to host an open house to celebrate 8 official years of supporting our community! 

Come on down, grab a snack, meet the staff, and see the space! 

We would LOVE to see you!"

Did you get tickets for their Gala at THE BLACK BOX on May 1?

https://www.safecoalitionma.org/2nd-annual-safe-coalition-gala

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SAFE Coalition celebrates 8 year anniversary with an Open House - April 5 from 11 AM to 2 PM

Enjoy the fund raising for the Children’s Museum of Franklin Benefit Gala on April 11

The Night at the Museum Gala is coming up Thursday, April 11!

View this email in your browser Children's Museum of Franklin is a community-focused 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving Franklin, MA and the surrounding region. We believe that play is integral to learning and development. With that at heart, we're building an interactive and imaginative space where children and families can come together to discover, imagine, and grow. Children's Museum of Franklin strives to inspire the next generation and to build a community of intentional connection through play and exploration. Over the last several weeks, Children's Museum of Franklin hosted its first two Mobile Museum pop-up events. We had nearly 1,000 people attend. We are overwhelmed (in a great way!) by the joy and community enthusiasm. This show of support has only enhanced our excitement as we move forward with the development of The Museum. Children's Museum of Franklin is hosting its first major community awareness and fundraising event, Night at the Museum Gala, on Thursday, April 11. Join us for an evening of friends, exhibit play, live entertainment, food, and conversation. Have fun with friends: forward this invite on to your community! We hope to see you on April 11. Cheers! Meg & Erin When: Thursday, April 11 from 7:00–10:00 p.m. Where: THE BLACK BOX This is a 21+ event. Get your tickets here! Copyright (C) 2024 Children's Museum of Franklin. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website.

Save the Date! Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Save the Date! 

Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Find out more about the Children's Museum of Franklin ->    https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/

Save the Date! Children’s Museum of Franklin Gala - April 11 at THE BLACK BOX

Tune in to the 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON - Saturday, Nov 5

The 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON is scheduled for Saturday, Nov 5, 2022.

Hosted by Ben Cameron! Red Carpet hosted by Christopher Rice-Thomson! 

And, of course, enjoy top-notch FPAC GALA ENTERTAINMENT featuring Ben Cameron, Emily Koch, Nick Rehberger, Christopher Rice-Thomson, Tyrick Wiltez Jones, Ali Funkhouser, Nick Paone, and Robbie Resigno! With a 9-piece band music directed by Hallie Wetzell! 

New this year! The Telethon will be televised live and free thanks to Franklin TV!  Tune in on the FPAC YouTube channel to watch live!

7:30pm Red Carpet
8:00pm Gala & Telethon 

FPAC YOUTUBE ->   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkIQaPpreP8oF9ISrV6pOZg

FRANKLIN.TV ->  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCahhxS6rENnYA3iH0pgf0jA

FPAC Gala Auction Items (open for online bidding) -> https://event.auctria.com/e550951d-6f07-4fc2-b3dc-a92cc2a2e1f0/a780d600ec2e11e9ae081db830846aa5

Tune in to the 2022 FPAC GALA AND TELETHON - Saturday, Nov 5