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Cure Autism Now and Autism Speaks have merged to form one powerful voice for autism, and combined WALK NOW and Walk For Autism Research into a single program.

Why Walk for Autism Research with Reid’s Renegades?
There is still so much to learn about why these children are affected with Autism and which treatments and therapies will provide the most for them. Walk for Autism Research is the signature fundraising event of Autism Speaks. Reid's Renegades is ready to raise some cash for Autism!

Click here to donate to Reid's Renegade's My Walk Donation.

Families First Parenting Programs builds positive relationships between parents and their children by educating both families and the professionals who serve them through inspiring, hands-on workshops. Our skilled workshop leaders stand beside parents and caregivers to lead them through the crucible of child rearing by transforming their experiences, doubts and fears into the knowledge and confidence they need to build positive discipline, communication, and self-esteem in families. Our training for professionals enhances their ability to better support and engage families. We help communities thrive by strengthening families first.

Families First serves over 4,500 parents and professionals annually through nearly 500 workshops and training sessions, 70% of which are delivered to low-income families and the people who support them.

To learn more about Families First or to get involved, please visit: www.families-first.org or call (617) 868-7687.

The Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port is a five-star cycling experience that takes place on Saturday, May 17. This will be the ninth Audi Best Buddies Challenge. Open to all ages and abilities the event, with a 100 or 20-mile bike ride, participation of celebrities and professional athletes, gourmet clambake and concert by The B-52s, has something for everyone.

This year 186,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Team up with Major League Baseball to find a cure. Pledge any amount to the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s Home Run Challenge by calling 1-800-798-CURE.

Again, 1-800-798-CURE

A typical family spends over $500 for back-to-school supplies and clothes. For many families, even the most basic supplies are out of reach. You can help. Sponsor a child's backpack for $10. With your support today, we can get thousands of children off to a good start this school year.

The more you give, the more children we can help!

$10=1 child
$100=10 children
$300=a classroom
$1,000=100 children

For more information please visit
www.cradlestocrayons.org

Ira gives $45,000 scholarship to Lowell girl
A dozen years from now, when Julia Prestipino starts looking at colleges, she won't have to worry too much about cost. The Ira Motor Group of Danvers recently donated $45,000 to a scholarship fund for 5-year-old Julia. A resident of Lowell, she is the daughter of Michael Prestipino, who worked for Ira until he died in October.

In 2003, Prestipino was paralyzed in a motor vehicle accident. He began working at Ira in 2005 despite the disability. His co-workers remember his tenacity, candor and sense of humor. They also remember how his daughter, Julia, played quietly beside his desk when Prestipino came in to make follow-up phone calls on his days off. Prestipino won several sales awards at Ira.
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Join us in Caring for Kids

• Serving over 40,000 children
across the Commonwealth;
• 8,000 children in foster care;
• 2,500 children in residential
care and group home settings;
• 30,000 children who live
with their families, who
are receiving DSS services.

Click HERE for more info

5th Annual John’s Race

September 14, 2008 at 10:00 A. M.

Pope’s Tavern: Intersection of Plymouth & South Streets (Rt. 106), Halifax, MA 02338

5-Kilometer (3.1 miles) run/walk and 10-Kilometer (6.2 miles) run

John Kealey’s daughter, Kyli, who was born five months after John was tragically killed in a car crash caused by a negligent driver who had been drinking. The funds raised will be used to help support Kyli who is now four, both in the present, and with her future living and educational needs. We would also like to try to use a portion of the funds raised to assist others who may unfortunately find themselves in the same situation.

Visit www.johnsrace.com for registration forms and additional race information.

On Sunday, June 29th, the Northeast Animal Shelter will be holding its Grand Opening Gala to celebrate the move into our new home at 347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970. It will be a wonderful opportunity for NEAS to open its doors to its donors and the public and to thank everyone for the overwhelming support that has been displayed over the years. It is also a chance to raise funds for continued use by the Shelter to help the many abandoned cats and dogs that cross through our doors each year.

Salem, MA – Sunday June 29th – 11am – 5pm - Here’s how it works…

Ribbon cutting will be at 11am, after which the public is “officially” invited in to tour the shelter, visit the animal residents, and browse through the store and silent auction items. There will be lots of activities for young and old, including: face painting; special appearances by cartoon characters; a stuffed animal wellness clinic (have a real-life vet check out your favorite stuffed friend and receive a wellness certificate after); training demonstrations; “ask the vet”; hourly raffles and refreshments.

The Northeast Animal Shelter is one of New England's largest nonprofit shelters that does not destroy any of the pets entrusted to its care. We have placed thousands of dogs and cats since we opened our doors.

We are located just a half hour north of Boston and easily accessible to all of New England. We hope to see you at our Grand Opening on Sunday, June 29^th from 11am – 5pm.

3rd Annual Sickle Cell Disease Walkathon which will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2008. As you may know, sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder for which there is no known cure. In the
United States this disease or trait has primarily impacted people of color. However, with the increase of inter-racial relationships, Sickle Cell Disease now affects all ethnicities. Despite being the first disease to be scientifically identified and labeled, sickle cell disease lags behind many of the other chronic illnesses in awareness and research. More information is on our website at www.cscsginc.org.

Saint Anthony’s Feast
August 29 - 31, 2008

The membership of the San Antonio di Padova da Montefalcione Society would like to Welcome
you to the 89th Anniversary of Saint Anthony’s Feast. St. Anthony’s Feast has been celebrated in the Historic North End of Boston since 1919. Vendors specializing in Italian foods, novelties and beverages are among only a few of the attractions. Colorful parades, live entertainment,
rides, games and all-around family fun are the major attractions for most. The highlight of the Feast is the 10-hour parade on Sunday. Beginning at 12:00 Noon, it is a spectacle not to be missed. Ten marching bands accompany the image of St. Anthony through the streets of the North End amidst showers of confetti. Most of the traditions seen are kept as they have been for the past 89 years! We hope that your visit will be an enjoyable one and that you make your
attendance at the Feast a tradition of your own.

Join Mix 98.5fm at the American Diabetes Association’s Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes! It is about changing the face of diabetes in our country by raising funds to help find a cure and walking a few miles for greater awareness to this devastating disease.

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes was born as the result of the need to take greater action in the fight against diabetes. Over 20 million men, women, and children have diabetes and another 54 million are at risk. This is why we need to “step out” like we never have before. With diabetes incidence on the rise, we need to ensure that Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes raises the needed dollars to support ADA’s efforts to fund diabetes research, education outreach and advocacy issues.

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is a whirlwind day packed with energy, fun, and a perfect amount of selfless dedication. Anyone can take part in Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes—your participation isn’t measured by the dexterity or the speed you walk, but by the level of your enthusiasm and your commitment to ending diabetes.

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is a one-day walk in more than 200 cities nationwide in the fall. The event draws a large contingency of teams, compromised of families, friends and corporations. Routes range from two to six miles and are accessible to people of all ages and levels of mobility. Along the walk, participants are supported by volunteers and staff offering water, snacks, and encouragement.

Gather your friends and family and be part of the cure—Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes—and start raising money today! To register, volunteer or find out more information, please visit diabetes.org/stepout or call 1-888-DIABETES.

Mix is supporting the following walks:

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes in Boston

Saturday, October 11 (onsite presence from 10AM to 12N)

DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, Boston

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes in Worcester

Saturday, September 27 (onsite presence from 9AM to 11AM)

Elm Park, Worcester

Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes in Plymouth

Saturday, October 18 (onsite presence from 9AM to 11AM)

Nelson Beach Park, Plymouth