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SUMMARY:Nick Bosse - Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Nick Bosse – Under the Stars brings live music\, springtime atmosphere\, and community fundraising together for a laid-back evening at The Charlestown Rathskeller on May 29. Doors open at 7 p.m. with music beginning at 8\, setting the stage for an outdoor night filled with acoustic energy\, conversation\, and the kind of relaxed Rhode Island nightlife that feels tailor-made for late May. Surrounded by trees\, open air\, and the Rathskeller’s famously casual vibe\, the event leans more intimate gathering than large-scale concert. \nNick Bosse – Under the Stars also serves a larger purpose beyond the music itself\, with proceeds benefiting WARM Center and its efforts to prevent and end homelessness in the local community. Every ticket sold helps support programs focused on stability\, housing assistance\, and resources for neighbors in need. The evening combines entertainment and fundraising in a way that feels personal and community-centered\, encouraging guests to enjoy themselves while directly contributing to a meaningful local cause. \nGuests can expect a relaxed social atmosphere with a cash bar and burger bar available throughout the night\, making it easy to settle in for an evening of food\, drinks\, and live music under the stars. Nick Bosse’s performance should fit naturally into the outdoor setting\, creating the kind of easygoing soundtrack that works perfectly for a spring night in Charlestown. For anyone looking for live music with a little more heart behind it\, this event offers a chance to enjoy a memorable night out while supporting an important mission at the same time. \n 
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LOCATION:Rathskeller\, 489A Old Coach Rd\, Charlestown\, RI\, 02813\, United States
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SUMMARY:Always Home's HEART TO HEART Gala
DESCRIPTION:Always Home’s HEART TO HEART Gala returns June 5 with this year’s “Garden Soirée” theme\, transforming Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa into an elegant evening dedicated to supporting families facing housing instability across Southeastern Connecticut. Running from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.\, the annual fundraiser blends formal celebration with a deeply personal mission\, bringing together community members\, local supporters\, and advocates for a night centered around compassion\, connection\, and meaningful impact. \nAlways Home’s HEART TO HEART Gala supports Always Home and its work preventing family homelessness through housing support\, financial assistance\, and family stabilization services. The evening’s “Garden Soirée” atmosphere is designed to feel celebratory and welcoming\, with guests enjoying cocktails from the open bar\, a silent auction\, and a three-course gourmet dinner before the night transitions into live music and dancing. Organizers are encouraging attendees to interpret the evening’s attire however they wish\, whether that means black tie\, cocktail wear\, or elegant floral-inspired looks\, emphasizing that support for the mission matters most. \nThe gala has become one of the region’s more prominent nonprofit social events\, combining upscale atmosphere with fundraising that directly impacts local families in crisis. Between the music\, dinner service\, auction items\, and packed ballroom energy\, the night offers more than a traditional fundraiser. It creates a shared sense of purpose among attendees while still delivering the polished feel of a major social event. For guests attending\, the evening serves as both a celebration and a reminder of how community support can create stability and opportunity for families who need it most. \nEvent Highlights\n\nOpen Bar Cocktails\nSilent Auction\nThree-Course Gourmet Dinner\nLive Music and Dancing\nFundraising to Support Family Homelessness Prevention\n\nTicket Information\n\nIndividual Tickets: $175\nPatron and Sponsorship Opportunities Available\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/always-homes-heart-to-heart-gala/
LOCATION:Mystic Mariott Hotel & Spa\, 625 North Road #117\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Mariott Hotel & Spa
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SUMMARY:Ledyard C.H.A.I.N. Craft & Vendor Fur-Raiser
DESCRIPTION:Ledyard C.H.A.I.N. Craft & Vendor Fur-Raiser brings a community-focused fundraiser to the Lower Town Green in Ledyard on June 14 from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Organized by Ledyard C.H.A.I.N.\, the event combines local vendors\, raffles\, and family-friendly activities with a clear mission to support the medical fund for shelter pets at Ledyard Animal Control. It’s structured as an open\, outdoor gathering designed to bring people together while supporting a local cause. \nThe event features a mix of vendors and community booths alongside activities geared toward families and animal lovers. Highlights include meet-and-greets with the Ledyard donkeys\, a pet food collection drive\, wildlife rehabbers\, and interactive elements like a selfie backdrop. Food options include Kona Ice\, adding a casual\, festival-style feel. Guests are encouraged to bring pet food donations and can receive small gifts while supplies last. \nProceeds from the event go directly toward medical care for shelter animals\, helping cover costs beyond what standard shelter budgets allow. With its blend of shopping\, activities\, and purpose-driven fundraising\, the Craft & Vendor Fur-Raiser offers a straightforward way to support local animal welfare while enjoying a community event. Pets are welcome but must be leashed or in carriers.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/ledyard-c-h-a-i-n-craft-vendor-fur-raiser/
LOCATION:Ledyard Lower Town Green\, 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway\, Ledyard\, CT\, 06339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ledyard Lower Town Green
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