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SUMMARY:Run for The Cove Turns Bluff Point Into a Memory Lane for Grieving Families
DESCRIPTION:Run for The Cove Turns Bluff Point Into a Memory Lane for Grieving Families Sunday\, Oct. 4\, bringing families to one of Groton’s most familiar outdoor spaces for a two-mile Memorial Walk\, children’s fun run\, and a morning built around remembering people who have died. \nThis isn’t really a competitive running event despite the “Run for The Cove” name. \nThere is no 5K at the Groton event. The centerpiece is a two-mile Memorial Walk through Bluff Point State Park\, accompanied by a short Kids Fun Run\, children’s arts and crafts\, snacks\, and opportunities for families to remember loved ones together. \nThe event begins at 9 a.m. and raises money for The Cove Center for Grieving Children’s free programs for children and families throughout Connecticut. \nMemory Lane Makes the Walk Personal\nThe most meaningful section of the route may be Memory Lane. \nFamilies participating in The Cove’s fundraising program could raise $30 to have a memorial sign created with a photograph of someone they lost. Those signs are displayed along the walk\, turning part of the route into a collective remembrance. \nThe deadline for requesting a personalized sign for the Groton event was Sept. 24\, so new signs can no longer be ordered for Sunday’s walk. \nBut Memory Lane remains part of the experience for everyone participating. \nThat changes the character of a two-mile walk through the park. Rather than simply counting miles\, participants pass the names and faces of people being remembered by the families around them. \nThe Kids Run Ends With a Medal\nChildren have an event of their own. \nThe Kids Fun Run is intentionally described as quick and easy rather than competitive\, and every participating child receives a medal. \nThere will also be arts and crafts for children\, along with snacks and time for families to gather before and after the walk. \nThat family-centered approach reflects what The Cove does throughout the year. \nThe organization works specifically with children and teenagers coping with the death of someone significant in their lives. Rather than treating grief as something children should simply move beyond\, its programs give them places to talk\, remember and spend time with other young people who understand the experience. \nThe Cove Isn’t a Therapy Group\nThere’s an important distinction in the organization’s approach. \nThe Cove describes its core program as peer-based mutual support rather than therapy. \nVolunteer facilitators are screened and receive 15 hours of training in childhood grief before beginning their work. They also meet with staff before and after program sessions for continuing education and supervision. \nChildren and teenagers are able to interact with peers who have also experienced a death while participating in age-appropriate activities designed around grief and remembrance. \nWhen a child appears to need clinical grief therapy\, The Cove says staff can work with caregivers to identify qualified therapists. \nThat allows its programs to occupy a different space: not replacing professional mental-health treatment\, but creating a community where grieving children don’t have to be the only child in the room who has lost someone. \nWhat Sunday’s Walk Supports\nMoney raised through the Groton event helps keep The Cove’s programs free for participating families. \nThose programs currently include the Family Program\, Camp Compassion\, Virtual Program and Summer Program\, along with professional development work. \nCamp Compassion offers one example of what those donations make possible. \nThe free weekend-long overnight bereavement camp serves Connecticut children and teenagers ages 6 through 17 who have experienced the death of someone significant. Campers participate in familiar camp activities while also taking part in therapeutic grief activities led by bereavement professionals and trained volunteers. \nThe idea is to give children room both to grieve and to simply be children. \nThey can remember the person they lost\, learn coping skills and meet other kids carrying something similar. \nSunday’s walk translates that same philosophy into a public community event. \nThree Connecticut Communities Are Walking for The Cove\nGroton is one of three communities hosting Cove walks this fall. \nThe first took place Sept. 13 at Winding Trails in Farmington. \nGroton follows Oct. 4 at Bluff Point. \nThe organization’s largest October event comes Oct. 18 at Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison\, where the program expands to include a timed 5K along with the two-mile Memorial Walk and Kids Fun Run. \nThat distinction is worth emphasizing for anyone looking at the Groton event: Sunday at Bluff Point is the Memorial Walk and Kids Fun Run\, not the 5K. \nA Different Kind of Setting for a Grief Event\nBluff Point gives the Groton walk a particularly appropriate setting. \nInstead of gathering inside a ballroom or event hall\, families spend the morning outdoors\, walking together through the state park. \nAnd this isn’t an event that requires participants to arrive with a particular story. \nSome may be walking shortly after a loss. Others may be remembering someone who died years ago. Children can run\, make crafts and collect their medals while adults walk alongside people who understand why they’re there. \nThere doesn’t have to be a finish line for grief. \nOn Sunday morning\, there is simply a path through Bluff Point and a community willing to walk it together. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. To register\, click the Event Registration link below. \nDetails\nEvent: 2026 Groton Memorial Walk & Kids Fun Run\nDate: Sunday\, Oct. 4\, 2026\nTime: 9 a.m.\nLocation: Bluff Point State Park\nAddress: 55 Depot Road\, Groton\, CT 06340\nOrganizer: The Cove Center for Grieving Children\nMemorial Walk: Two miles\nKids Fun Run: Short\, noncompetitive children’s run; participants receive a medal\nFamily Activities: Children’s arts and crafts and snacks\nMemory Lane: Memorial signs honoring loved ones will be displayed along the walk; the Sept. 24 deadline for new Groton signs has passed\nT-Shirts: Included with registration while supplies last; guaranteed-size deadline has passed\nFundraising: Participants can create or join fundraising teams to support The Cove’s programs\nWeather: Rain or shine\nRefunds: No refunds\nRegistration: Advance registration is encouraged; day-of registration is available at an increased price\nBeneficiary: The Cove Center for Grieving Children\nPrograms Supported: Family Program\, Camp Compassion\, Virtual Program\, Summer Program and professional development\nThe Cove Contact: 203-634-0500\nEvent Contact: Pat Vlamis\, pat@covect.org \n  \n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/run-for-the-cove-turns-bluff-point-into-a-memory-lane-for-grieving-families/
LOCATION:Bluff Point State Park\, 55 Depot Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluff Point State Park
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SUMMARY:Walk to End Alzheimer's Brings Community Together at Ocean Beach Park in New London
DESCRIPTION:Walk to End Alzheimer’s Brings Community Together at Ocean Beach Park in New London on Sunday\, October 11\, as families\, friends and supporters gather to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care\, support and research. Originally scheduled for September 26\, the Eastern Connecticut event was postponed because of severe weather and will now take place along New London’s waterfront. \nOrganized by the Alzheimer’s Association\, the annual walk brings together people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia\, including caregivers\, families honoring loved ones and community members supporting efforts to find better treatments and ultimately a cure. \nThe event opens at 9 a.m.\, followed by an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. Participants will begin the approximately two-mile walk at 10:30 a.m. \nWalking for Families\, Caregivers and a Cure\nThe Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer’s Association’s largest annual fundraising initiative\, bringing communities together across the country. Donations support research into Alzheimer’s disease\, as well as programs that provide education\, resources and assistance to people living with dementia and those caring for them. \nA meaningful part of the event is the Promise Garden\, where participants carry colorful flowers representing their personal connections to the disease. The flowers recognize people living with Alzheimer’s\, caregivers\, those who have lost loved ones and supporters working toward a future without the disease. \nThe Eastern Connecticut walk provides an opportunity for people to share their experiences\, remember family members and connect with others facing similar challenges. Participants can register individually\, join an existing team or organize a group of family members\, friends or coworkers. \nA Waterfront Walk With a Purpose\nOcean Beach Park provides a scenic setting for the community gathering\, with views of Long Island Sound and space for participants to come together before the walk. \nThe event is designed as a community fundraiser rather than a competitive race\, welcoming people of different ages and walking abilities. Those unable to attend can still support the effort through donations or by contributing to a registered fundraising team. \nWith the event now scheduled for October 11\, organizers encourage participants to check the official event website for updated information before heading to Ocean Beach Park. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. To register or make a donation\, visit the Event Registration link below. \nDetails\nEvent: 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Eastern Connecticut\nDate: Sunday\, October 11\, 2026\nOriginal Date: September 26\, 2026; rescheduled because of severe weather\nEvent Opens: 9 a.m.\nOpening Ceremony: 10 a.m.\nWalk Begins: 10:30 a.m.\nDistance: Approximately 2 miles\nVenue: Ocean Beach Park\nAddress: 98 Neptune Avenue\, New London\, CT 06320\nAdmission: No registration fee; fundraising and donations encouraged\nOrganizer: Alzheimer’s Association\nActivities: Community walk\, opening ceremony\, Promise Garden and fundraising\nParking: Ocean Beach Park parking; check event instructions for any special arrangements\nWhat to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing and water\nWeather: Event rescheduled from September 26; check the official website for further updates\nAccessibility: Contact organizers for route and accommodation information\nAlzheimer’s Association Helpline: 800-272-3900 \n\n  \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/walk-to-end-alzheimers-brings-community-together-at-ocean-beach-park-in-new-london/
LOCATION:Ocean Beach Park\, 98 Neptune Avenue\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Michael Cavanaugh Memorial Golf Tournament Tees Off for Cancer and ALS Charities in Stonington
DESCRIPTION:Publication note: The tournament was originally scheduled for September 25 and has been moved to October 16 because of the nor’easter.  \nAt a Glance\n\n\nWhat: SU4C Michael Cavanaugh Memorial Golf Tournament\nWhen: Friday\, October 16\, 2026\, with a 12:30 p.m. start\nWhere: Pequot Golf Club\, 127 Wheeler Road\, Stonington\, CT\nCost: $120 per player\nBenefits: Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C) and ALS United Connecticut\nHighlights: Memorial golf tournament\, community fundraising and support for cancer and ALS causes\nRegistration: Sign up by clicking Ticketing link below \n\n  \n\nGolfing for Two Important Causes\nMichael Cavanaugh Memorial Golf Tournament Tees Off for Cancer and ALS Charities in Stonington on Friday\, October 16\, bringing golfers together at Pequot Golf Club for an afternoon of competition\, remembrance and charitable giving. \nPresented in association with Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C)\, the tournament raises money for two organizations supporting people affected by serious illnesses: SU4C and ALS United Connecticut. \nThe event begins at 12:30 p.m.\, with registration priced at $120 per player. Participants will enjoy a round of golf while contributing to causes that provide assistance to patients and families facing cancer and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). \nSupporting Cancer Patients and Families\nSails Up 4 Cancer is a southeastern Connecticut nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. The organization is known for its maritime-inspired fundraising efforts and community partnerships\, which help provide assistance to people dealing with the financial and emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis. \nThe tournament also benefits ALS United Connecticut\, an organization supporting individuals living with ALS\, a progressive neurological disease affecting the nerve cells responsible for voluntary muscle movement. \nBy directing proceeds to both organizations\, the memorial tournament connects the local golfing community with two important charitable missions. \nAn Afternoon at Pequot Golf Club\nPequot Golf Club\, located on Wheeler Road in Stonington\, provides the setting for the fundraiser. The course’s wooded surroundings and established fairways offer a scenic backdrop for a fall round of golf. \nBeyond the competition\, the event provides an opportunity for friends\, supporters and community members to gather in memory of Michael Cavanaugh while helping organizations that serve people facing life-changing illnesses. \nGolfers interested in participating can register through the Sails Up 4 Cancer website. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. To register\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \n\n\n  \n  \n\n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/michael-cavanaugh-memorial-golf-tournament-tees-off-for-cancer-and-als-charities-in-stonington/
LOCATION:Pequot Golf Club\, 127 Wheeler Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sugar with Pre-Show by Dan Watson (Jonnycake Center Fundraiser)
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Live music\, dinner\, and dancing benefiting the Jonnycake Center of Westerly \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\, 7–10 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: The Charlestown Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Road\, Charlestown\, RI \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission: $35 online or $45 at the door \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment: Dan Watson acoustic pre-show followed by Sugar \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink: Dinner and drinks available for purchase \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeneficiary: Jonnycake Center of Westerly \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Advance purchase recommended \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAge Restrictions: Not specified \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking: On-site parking at the Rathskeller \n\n\n\n\nEvent Description\nSugar with Pre-Show by Dan Watson (Jonnycake Center Fundraiser) brings an evening of live music\, dancing\, and community support to the Charlestown Rathskeller on Saturday\, October 17. Featuring an acoustic opening performance by local musician Dan Watson followed by the high-energy dance band Sugar\, the benefit raises money for the Jonnycake Center of Westerly and its work helping individuals and families facing food insecurity and financial hardship. \nThe evening begins at 7 p.m. with Watson’s acoustic set\, giving guests a chance to settle in\, enjoy dinner or drinks\, and ease into the night’s entertainment. Sugar then takes the stage for a lively performance designed to get the crowd moving\, turning the Rathskeller into a dance floor for a good cause. \nTwo Performances\, One Night of Music\nDan Watson opens the evening with an acoustic performance that sets a more relaxed tone before the main event. A familiar name on the local music scene\, Watson brings an intimate\, stripped-down approach to his performances\, offering a contrast to the larger sound that follows. \nSugar takes over with a set built around popular dance music and crowd-pleasing favorites. Known for energetic performances and an upbeat stage presence\, the band specializes in keeping audiences entertained and on their feet. \nThe combination gives guests two distinct musical experiences\, beginning with an acoustic pre-show and building toward an evening of dancing. \nSupporting the Jonnycake Center of Westerly\nThe night’s beneficiary\, the Jonnycake Center of Westerly\, is a nonprofit organization serving individuals and families in need throughout the greater Westerly area. \nIts programs address food insecurity and other challenges that can make everyday life difficult for households struggling financially. Through food assistance\, social services\, and community support\, the organization helps residents access essential resources and work toward greater stability. \nThe Center’s work is particularly important for people facing unexpected expenses\, employment disruptions\, or other circumstances that strain household budgets. \nBy attending the fundraiser\, guests can support those efforts while enjoying an evening out. The event offers a way for the community to come together around a shared cause without making the occasion feel like a formal charity dinner. \nA Local Landmark: The Charlestown Rathskeller\nThe Charlestown Rathskeller is more than a restaurant and bar. Nestled in the woods of Charlestown\, the historic establishment has long been a destination for locals and visitors looking for a casual place to gather\, eat\, and enjoy live entertainment. \nIts rustic atmosphere\, expansive outdoor seating\, fire pits\, lawn games\, and music programming have helped establish it as a distinctive South County gathering place. \nThe Rathskeller’s combination of food\, drinks\, and entertainment makes it a natural setting for a community fundraiser. Guests can arrive early for dinner\, enjoy the acoustic opening set\, and stay for Sugar’s dance performance. \nFood and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening. \nTickets and Event Information\nAdvance tickets are $35 per person\, with admission increasing to $45 at the door. Purchasing tickets ahead of time is recommended. \nThe event runs from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday\, October 17\, at the Charlestown Rathskeller. \nTo purchase tickets\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sugar-with-pre-show-by-dan-watson-jonnycake-center-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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