Category: Do Good

Charities and volunteer opporunities in Newton, MA and Boston.

Newton’s Fall Fling at Temple Shalom

Newton’s Fall Fling event, which takes place this year on Thursday, November 13 from 6:30 – 9:30 pm at Temple Shalom.

Temple Shalom
175 Temple Street
Newton

Cost: $40 general admission, $75 patron, $150 benefactor.

This fun girl’s night out is an annual event and our largest fundraiser of the year for the temple’s sisterhood. The theme of the Fall Fling is an evening of indulgences – with a strong focus on shopping, along with other fun ways to splurge, such as mini spa services (reflexology, manicures, massage, etc), a champagne tasting and candy bar.

We have a FABULOUS line up of vendors – featuring clothing & accessories, jewelry, bags, personalized items, home decor, holiday gifts and more – if you want to get a jump start on holiday shopping or treat yourself to something fun.

Heavy hors d’oeuvres and dessert will be served throughout the evening, along with plenty of wine! There will also be a silent auction with fantastic items and gift certificates donated by local businesses.

This year, the Sisterhood has selected Birthday Wishes of Newton as a recipient of proceeds from our auction. Birthday Wishes brings birthday parties to thousands of homeless children each year.

Register for the event here. Flyer Fall Fling 2014 Invitation.

October 22, 2014
BU AWARE Study Seeks Asian Women of Immigrants

AWARE: Confidential intervention study for Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese women who are children of immigrants.

Women who are participating in our study will be compensated $20 for each session as well as for each evaluation session. AWARE also provides transportation costs per session.

Visit here for more information.

Asian Women’s Action for Resilience and Empowerment (AWARE)

What is AWARE ?

AWARE grew out of stories we heard from Asian-American young women – diverse individuals who are traversing two worlds (the mainstream American culture and their parents’ culture) while navigating the challenges of young adulthood. Despite the adversities many of them have faced and their ongoing struggles, they are a group of vibrant, complex individuals with significant strengths. Our work is dedicated to the women we’ve interviewed, as well as all Asian-American young women, with the hope that they will grasp their inherent worth and beauty, as well as grow in resilience and empowerment.

We would like Chinese-American, Vietnamese-American or Korean-American women to participate in a clinical trial to develop the full AWARE intervention by participating in a group psychotherapy intervention with other Asian-American women. Sessions will integrate the issues of culture, family, and gender which speak to Asian-American women. The essence of this treatment will highlight safety, empowerment, and will help participants develop coping skills.

Be Aware of AWARE

Call: (617)-358-5148

Email: sswaware@bu.edu

September 28, 2014
17th Annual Boston Volvo 5k Road Race for MS

Join us this Thanksgiving morning at the 17th Annual Boston Volvo 5k Road Race and work up an appetite by running or walking for those who can’t!

Date: November 27, 2014
Time: 7:30 am registration, 9:00 am start

Location: Boston Volvo, 75 North Beacon St., Brighton, Mass. Parking available at Stop & Shop behind Boston Volvo and at the garage on Guest St.

Register Online until November 25^th for a discounted rate of $20!

Your participation in the Volvo 5K Road Race provides help for today and hope for tomorrow through education, support, advocacy, and research funded by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater New England Chapter. Programs and services funded by the National MS Society make a huge difference to the nearly 18,000 people and their families in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont who must live with MS every day.

Our USATF-certified course is the perfect place to spend your Thanksgiving Day morning helping those who are thankful for the smallest things every day.

See you at the starting line!

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Greater New England Chapter

P.O. Box 845945
Boston, MA 02284-5945
1-800-344-4867

September 27, 2014
Cook Cooks for Charity with New Celebrity Series

Cook Cooks for Charity with New Celebrity Series

WHAT:

Cook, the highly acclaimed American bistro located in Newton, MA, will begin its new ‘Cook for Charity’ celebrity chef series by welcoming WCVB-TV host Anthony Everett of “Chronicle.”

On Wednesday, October 1^st, 2014 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM.Everett will roll up his sleeves and get cooking with Executive Chef/Owner Paul Turano as they serve up the special “Everett Flatbread,” designed by Everett himself from the open kitchen, wood-fired grill.

The five ingredient flatbread (representing WCVB-TV’s Channel 5) will consist of: sausage, mushrooms, pepperoni, onions and meatballs with 100% of flatbread sales going directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society which works to improve quality of life for individuals and families affected by MS; and raises funds for cutting-edge MS research to stop disease progression, restore lost function and end MS forever.

Anthony Everett is the Emmy Award winning co-anchor of WCVB-TV’s nightly newsmagazine “Chronicle,” the nation’s longest running local newsmagazine. Everett has been honored with multiple Emmy Awards, including Emmys for his work as host of “Chronicle” in 2010, for his reporting on the recycling industry in 2009, and for a report on special education in 2008. In 2000, Everett won the “Best Newscast,” award from the Associated Press for his work in the early evening. He has won numerous additional awards including the National Headliner Award and Massachusetts Broadcasters Association First Place award for spot news coverage.

Everett has been heavily involved with the MS Society, and the night of cooking will be one of several celebrity chef events at Cook, all of which will raise money and awareness about a charity chosen by the specific celebrity of the evening.

The regular menu will also be available on the night. For more information, visit here or call 617-964-2665. Reservations are recommended.

WHEN: Wednesday, October 1st, 2014. Dinner served from 5:00PM to 10:00PM. Celebrity Chef Event from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.

COST: $15 per flatbread. 100% of proceeds from the Everett flatbreads all evening long will be donated to the MS Society.

September 25, 2014
Arthritis Foundation NE Dinner Honors 2 Doctors

Arthritis Foundation New England region To Honor Two MEDICAL Leaders At the 20^th annual Physician Achievement Award Dinner

The Arthritis Foundation New England Region will honor Mark R. Belsky, M.D. and Martha Skinner, M.D. with the Dr. Marian Ropes Award at the 20^th Annual Physician Achievement Award Dinner on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at the Boston Marriott Newton.

Dr. Marian Ropes was a pioneer and national leader in the field of rheumatology, and the first female medical resident of Massachusetts General Hospital. Selected by a panel of distinguished medical leaders, this award is given annually to two highly regarded physicians, a rheumatologist and an orthopaedic surgeon, for excellence in arthritis care and leadership in the fight against arthritis.

Dr. Belsky is a clinical professor of orthopaedic surgery at Tufts University School of Medicine and managing partner of Hand Surgery, PC at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He has practiced hand and upper extremity surgery since 1981.

Dr. Don Goldenberg, Chief of Rheumatology, Newton-Wellesley Hospital and a 2008 Dr. Marian Ropes Award recipient said, “I cannot think of a more worthy recipient. As a rheumatologist, Mark and I have worked closely together for more than 25 years at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He has provided outstanding and innovative care to thousands of patients in our community and has been a leader for hand orthopedic techniques, research and education in New England. I congratulate Mark on this well-deserved honor.”

Dr. Martha Skinner is a professor emerita of medicine at Boston University School of Medicine. She is director of special projects in the Amyloidosis Center at Boston Medical Center. “Martha Skinner is truly a deserving recipient of this award. Her illustrious career has spanned almost half a century and includes many milestones spanning the gamut of medical science and education from bench to bedside, to the benefit of numerous patients, students and colleagues. Martha’s talents also include developing a group of internationally recognized investigators who have continued her legacy of achievement. Congratulations to Martha on this honor!” said Dr. Rob Simms, Chief of Rheumatology, Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine and a 2012 Dr. Marian Ropes Award recipient.

“We are grateful for the impact both Drs. Belsky and Skinner have made on patients and the field of arthritis as a whole,” said Steve Evangelista, President and CEO of the Arthritis Foundation New England Region. “Over the course of their careers they have altered for the better, numerous lives of individuals and families impacted by arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation is honored to have the opportunity to recognize these two physicians for their many achievements.”

The Physician Achievement Award Dinner will take place on Wednesday evening, September 17, 2014. The reception and silent auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner and award presentation from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Boston Marriott Newton, 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton.

Laura Carlo, morning program host from WCRB 99.5 FM, will be the master of ceremonies.

For more information about the dinner, please visit here or contact Elaine Mooney at 617-762-2126 oremooney@arthritis.org.

The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.

September 21, 2014
2nd Annual Forgirlsake Women’s Doubles Tennis Open

2nd Annual Forgirlsake Women’s Doubles Tennis Open

Have fun playing tennis while supporting a worthwhile cause!

9am to 2pm

Saturday Sept 27, 2014

Newton North High School Tennis Courts

Welcome all women’s doubles players in the 3.0/3.5/4.0 play range
You may enter with or without a partner (organizers will match up single entrants)
Register here.

To benefit Forgirlsake.org, a Newton-based 501(c)3
100% of proceeds go directly to education for girls internationally

Read more about our educational efforts here.

September 18, 2014
Join Flash Mob Video Today at 6pm

Sitting Down for a Super Cause

Flash Mob Video – Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6PM

We are welcoming all folks to join us TODAY at Community Boating.

Community Boating, Inc | 21 David Mugar Way | Boston | MA | 02114

Tuesday, September 9th at 6PM on CBI‘s dock for our “Sitting Down for a Super Cause” Flash Mob Video.

Yes, you heard that right–a flash mob video, but unlike other videos you’ve seen before. No preparation is necessary. Just bring a chair!

The most creative, fun chairs will win prizes (CBI swag), and one lucky participant in the flash mob video will win an Adult Full Year membership to CBI (so come by 6:30PM latest if you want to be involved!).

Instead of dancing, we will create a video of all participants sitting down. If you don’t have a chair to bring, you may use one of our boring folding chairs.

This video is for our upcoming Indiegogo campaign, “Cheers for Chairs — Accessible Sailing at CBI“, which we’re really excited to share with you at the flash mob video event.

All participants are welcome to stay after sunset until 7:30PM for the hopeful viewing of the Supermoon. (Supermoon viewing not guaranteed. For more information about theSept. 9 Supermoon, visit . Photo Credit of Supermoon image above to Andy Woodruff.)

We hope you will join us on the dock on Tuesday!! RSVP at our Facebook event page.

September 9, 2014
NFL Kickoff Q&A at Mr. Sid to Help Boys and Girls Club

An Exclusive NFL Kickoff Q&A with the Patriots Broadcast Team at Mr. Sid to benefit the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton.

Join 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Scott Zolak and Bob Socci for a round table discussion – tailgate style!

WHO: Mr. Sid President Stuart Segel and Vice President Barry Segel will welcome 98.5 The Sports Hub’s voice of the New England Patriots Scott Zolak and Bob Socci for a NFL Kickoff Q&A round table discussion the evening of September 4^th.

WHAT: Mr. Sid, a high-end men’s clothing boutique located in the heart of Newton Centre will celebrate the start of football season with a round table discussion with former Patriot Scott Zolak and Bob Socci from 98.5 The Sports Hub. Guests will be allowed to ask the sportscasters a variety of football questions and even ask for fantasy tips!

The tailgate themed benefit including delicious small bites, cocktails and a raffle will support the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club of Newton to help fund their continued effort for fun-filled programs for local youth. Every ticketed guest will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a variety of great prizes.

For tickets for the NFL Kickoff Q&A and more information about Mr. Sid please visit here.

WHEN: Thursday, September 4, 2014

7p.m. – 10p.m.

WHERE: Mr. Sid Lounge

1211 Centre St. | Newton Centre

September 3, 2014
Local Food Pantries Need Your Help

The Centre Street Food Pantry and the Newton Food Pantry need food during the summertime.

Schools are not running during the summer, and kids who get some of their meals at school still need to eat!

Examples of nonperishable items to donate are:

– Peanut butter and jelly

–Canned meals: soups, stews

– Grains: pasta, rice, cereal

– Canned vegetables and beans

– Baby products: diapers, wipes, formula, infant foods

– Hygiene items: toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, etc.

– Paper products and household items: toilet tissue, paper towels, dish and laundry soaps, etc.

July 21, 2014
HopeWalks Fundraiser Registration Open

The Newton-Wellesley Hospital Charitable Foundation has announced that its fifth annual HopeWalks event will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2014. HopeWalks is a 3.5 mile neighborhood walk to benefit cancer patients and their families by supporting the Integrative Support Services offered at the Vernon Cancer Center. These life-enhancing services for cancer patients optimize healing and comfort throughout treatment. Newton-Wellesley Hospital wants to continue making these services available to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. Online registration is now open here.

The HopeWalks route will begin and end at the hospital, and all ages are welcome. Check-in will begin at 9:00 AM, with opening ceremonies starting at 9:30 AM. The walk will then set-off at 10:00 AM. There will be a hospitality tent, entertainment, food, and prizes. HopeWalks is a fundraiser, and while there is no minimum donation amount required to participate, it is recommended that each walker raise a minimum of $100.

The online registration fee is $25 per walker. For those who register by paper or on the day of the event, the registration fee is $35. Children 10 and under are free. Online registration is now available here.
About the Vernon Cancer Center and the Integrative Support Services

The Joan and James Vernon Cancer Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital offers patients an entire realm of cancer care, expert and innovative services and advanced treatment options. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, compassionate care while providing a sense of hope and comfort to patients and their families. Our team provides personalized care in a private and comfortable setting for cancers such as breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and gynecological malignancies. In addition, benign and malignant blood disorders such as anemia, coagulation disorders, lymphoma, myeloma and leukemia are also treated.

Specialists at the Center work in collaboration with the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Radiation Oncology, New England Hematology/Oncology Associates (NEHOA), and numerous departments at the Hospital to provide for the specific needs of individual patients.

The Vernon Cancer Center’s Integrative Support Services include:
• A patient navigator who provides support from the point of diagnosis through the entire continuum of care;
• Genetic testing and comprehensive risk assessment to identify family history of cancer;
• Access to a wide variety of clinical trials including research conducted in collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Partners Cancer Care;
• Nutritional support to help patients get adequate nutrition and meet dietary needs;
• Psychological and social services to help patients and their families deal with the emotional impact of the initial diagnosis and treatment;
• Therapeutic services such as massage, Reiki, yoga, and other relaxation methods;
• Pain management services tailored to deal with each patient’s unique diagnosis.

July 19, 2014