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7th Annual Clipper Cup Golf Tournament, Friends of Newburyport Hockey, Saturday, September 18th

August 31, 2010

When: Saturday, September 18th 2010, 8:00 am Shotgun Start
Where: Evergreen Valley Golf Course, 18 Boyd Drive, Newburyport, MA

The Friends of Newburyport Hockey will be hosting their 7th Annual Clipper Cup Golf Tournamentto help raise money for Newburyport hockey programs at Evergreen Valley Golf Course, Newburyport on Saturday, September 18th.

All proceeds will be going to the high school hockey program and to assist in the development of Newburyport Youth Hockey program and its players.

Fee:

The cost is $100 per player. The tournament is a four-player, team-scramble format.  The cost includes 18 holes, cart, all food and beverages.

The lunch and raffle will be held at the Elks Pavilion on Low Street following the 18 hole golf tournament,

How To Register:

To register, please send an email to friendsofnewburyporthockey@gmail.com.

For More Information:

For more information, please contact Paul Yameen at 978-376-4004 or Jed Beauparlant at 978-423-4489.

Salisbury Chamber Of Commerce Annual Fireworks and Dinner Cruise , Saturday, August 21st

August 20, 2010

Salisbury Chamber of CommerceWhen: Saturday, August 21st 2010, from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Where: Cruise leaves from Plum Island Point in Newburyport, MA

The Salisbury Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them for a fun-filled evening of great food, entertainment, dancing, fireworks and more aboard the Captain’s Lady III on their Annual Fireworks and Dinner Cruise on Saturday, August 21st, 2010 from 7:00  to 10:30 pm.

Enjoy an evening of dining and dancing, take a chance at winning a raffle prize and view the fabulous Salisbury Beach Fireworks. This cruise is open to all. Take a moment and invite friends, co workers or employees.

This is the Salisbury Chamber’s 2010 fundraiser. Proceeds are used to fund the Chamber’s scholarships, dinners and marketing efforts.

The cruise leaves from Plum Island Point in Newburyport, MA at 7:00 pm.

Tickets: Tickets are $50 per person.
Reservations and credit card purchase may be made by calling Ralph Boragine at 978-465-1886. Tickets may also be purchased directly at Linda’s Alpha Omega Salon in Salisbury Square. For more information please call the Chamber office at: 978-465-3581.

TeBuMi Mixer At The Andaman Thai Restaurant, Newburyport, Tuesday August 10th

August 9, 2010

When: Tuesday August 10th, 2010, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Where: Andaman Thai Restaurant, 75 Water Street, Newburyport, MA

If you are interested in technology and want to meet some of the folks in the Greater Newburyport area with a similar interest, check out the July monthly meeting of the Newburyport-based TeBuMi (TEchnical BUsiness Mixer) group at the Andaman Thai Restaurant, Newburyport on Tuesday, August 10th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held on the roof deck of Andaman’s.

The mission of TeBuMiis to facilitate productive interaction among those in the Seacoast/North Shore area for whom technology is important. They meet monthly, on alternating Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at various locations around Newburyport.

If you work in any high-tech field, or work with folks in high-tech, and have an interest in meeting with similar folks for information and inspiration, please attend. This includes engineers, managers, executives, visionaries, recruiters, investors, inventors, marketeers, HR, finance, educators, government officials–anyone to whom a vibrant high-tech industry in the Greater Newburyport area is vital.

This is a casual event. Ties are strongly discouraged. No speeches, no committees, no agenda. No cover. Pay for your own drinks and munchies (except when sponsored!).

You are encouraged to distribute your business cards, brochures, demos, resumes, etc. Bring a door prize to give away!

ALS Research Raffle Ticket Fundraiser, Ben’s Uniforms, Amesbury, Now Through August 15th, 2010

August 3, 2010

Help Raise Funds for ALS Research and Be Entered to Win a Great All-Expenses Trip for 4 to Myrtle Beach

Jack and Kathy Brace of Ben’s Uniforms, Amesbury invite you to help raise funds for ALS research in honor of their son, Justin, and enter to win a great all expenses paid trip for four to Myrtle Beach. Justin, who is 27 years old, was diagnosed with ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease) several years ago.

Purchase a raffle ticket now through August 15th to enter to win this great trip.

The trip is scheduled for November 8th through the 13th and includes airfare, rental car, ultra luxurious accommodations at the Marina at Grande Dunes, golf on a private course, a three-day tournament on some of Myrtle Beach’s finest courses, two meals per day, a three hour open bar, gift certificates at the PGA Superstore and free Pro V-1 golf balls.

Tickets:
Tickets are $20 each,  3 for $50, and 7 for $100.

How To Purchase Tickets:
You can purchase tickets by calling 978-388-0471, 800-255-2367 or send an email to  jack@bensuniforms.com.

The Justin Brace ALS Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
All donations will be acknowledged with a receipt for tax purposes.

Pan Mass Challenge Spin-a-Thon Fundraiser, Flatbread, Amesbury, Tuesday, August 3rd

August 2, 2010

When: Tuesday, August 3, 2010 – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Flatbread Company, 5 Market Square, Amesbury, MA

Enjoy a delicious flatbread pizza and help raise funds for the Jimmy Fund at the Pan Mass Flatbread Fundraiser on Tuesday, August 3rd from 5:00 to-9 pm at Flatbread Company, Amesbury

The Pan Mass Challenge (PMC) raises funds to help support the Jimmy Fund and fight cancer.

If you are interested in helping with the Pan Mass Challenge, please email Bryant at bmitch38@gmail.com. The PMC ride from Sturbridge to Provincetown is being held on August 7th and 8th.

Newburyport Mother & Son Team Fund Raising For August 7th 180-Mile Bike Ride To Fight Cancer In Pan Mass Challenge

August 2, 2010

Bonnie and Nick's PMC RideNewburyport Mother & Son Team Fund Raising For Their August 7th 180-Mile Bike Ride to Fight Cancer in the Pan Mass Challenge

Newburyport residents Bonnie Perkins and her year 15 year old son, Nick are riding a special ride along with Bonnie’s Uncle Jol to beat cancer.

Two Day Journey: It is a two day journey of 180 miles starting in western MA and ending on the very tip of Cape Cod.  Bonnie’s Uncle Jol had promised Nick that when he turned 15 they would all partake in this ride as a special adventure to help beat cancer.

The three of them are riding in honor & memory of their family and friends, and are proud to be supporters of the Pan Mass Challenge (PMC) because it is leading a charge to beat cancer. Last year 100% of rider-raised revenue went directly to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s tireless commitment to finding a cure.

How You Can Help: If you would like to help Bonnie and Nick with their fund raising efforts, you can make a contribution online by clicking/visiting the following website link: http://www.pmc.org/profile/BP0103.

They thank you for any support you give and for your encouragement in their riding efforts this coming August.
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Amesbury Blood Drive, Amesbury Sports Park, Friday, July 30th

July 29, 2010

When: Friday, July 30th 2010, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Road, Amesbury, MA

Community Blood Drive

Stop by Amesbury Sports Park on Friday, July 30th 2010, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and help support a community blood drive.

If you donate blood in the month of July 2010, you’ll receive a coupon for a free carton of Friendly’s Ice Cream (tax additional if applicable).

To make an appointment, please call the American Red Cross at 1-800 -RED CROSS or visit the American Red Cross website or just stop by Amesbury Sports Park.

PortMedia, Newburyport, Kicks Off Classics Series With Yankee Homecomings Of Yesteryear

July 25, 2010

PortMedia, NewburyportPortMedia Kicks Off Classics Series With Yankee Homecomings Of Yesteryear

The new series PortMedia Classics debuts Yankee Homecoming week in Newburyport with several events from the past 25 years.

Hosted by Wally Thurlow, PortMedia Classics (PMC)  features the programs created by Newburyporters through cable access beginning in the early 1980s.

Thurlow has spent the summer digitizing archived videotapes at PortMedia to create the series, which will become a staple on Channel 10 – Newburyport’s public access channel on the Comcast cable system.
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Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting, Free Class, Cape Ann Business Incubator, Gloucester, Wednesday, July 28th

July 22, 2010

When: Wednesday, July 28th 2010, from 11:30 am. to 1:00 pm
Where: CABI office, 33 Commercial St., (third-floor side) Gloucester, MA

If you’re thinking of starting a business or have a small business, Desmond & Associates Accounting, in conjunction with the Cape Ann Business Incubator in Gloucester is hosting a free class, Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting, on Wednesday, July 28th, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.

This class, which is another in their series of free financial management courses, will cover the basics of journal entries for creating an income statement and balance sheet. It is a must for any entrepreneur who wishes to get a better understanding of accounting.

Registration is required. To register, call 978-282-7779 or 978-540-9977, ext. 101.

About The Cape Ann Business Incubator

The Cape Ann Business Incubator (CABI) was formed to nurture small businesses, help them to survive the difficult start-up process and grow into stable, income producing entities.

They provide a professional working environment where small businesses can receive education, technical assistance, office space, shared services and access to financing and other professional services.

Opportunity Works, Newburyport “Summer Fun” Red Sox Raffle Fundraiser, Now Through July 31st

July 15, 2010

Opportunity WorksWportunity Works Raffleant a chance to win to win two Red Sox tickets and help support the programs at Opportunity Works?

From now through July 31st, you can purchase raffle tickets ($10 for one chance, $25 for three chances) to win a pair of tickets (2 Loge Box- Left Field Seats) to the Red Sox game on Wednesday evening, August 4th, 2010 at 7:10 pm.

The Red Sox will be playing the Cleveland Indians.

The winning ticket will be drawn on Saturday, July 31st during Yankee Homecoming Family Day at MaudsleyState Park  at the OppWorks Café.
The winner does not have to be present at time of drawing. The winner will also receive a $100 Yawkey Way Store gift certificate and $50 of Cash “Fun” money.

How To Purchase Raffle Ticket: Send check or cash to: Opportunity Works, 10 Opportunity Way, Newburyport, MA 01950 or call (978) 462-6144 ext. 234 or 222.

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