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SUMMARY:MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition Forum on Identity Based Bullying
DESCRIPTION:2nd Annual MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition\nBullying\, hate speech\, and online hate are on the rise. Spark Kindness is convening the 2nd annual MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition Forum on Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025 to explore solutions and interventions for identity-based bullying**. \nFeatured Speakers: \n\nMA Attorney General’s Office – Children’s Justice Unit (Legal Response)\nJamele Adams – Freedom Teams (Community Response to Bias)\nBryce Bjork – Lenny Learning (Curriculum for Educators & Community)\nChief Hicks – Natick Police Department (Law Enforcement)\n\nThis forum offers a chance to connect with fellow leaders/community members\, share stories of impact\, and access valuable resources on identity-based bullying prevention. \nWe’ll also gather feedback on: \n\nTip Sheets & Resource Guides on identity-based bullying\nA comprehensive website with tools\, programs\, and professional development opportunities\n\nIf you are interested in joining this year’s forum\, please reach out to Alyndra (Lynn) Canty\, Coordinator of Diversity Equity & Inclusion and Co-Leader of the Anti-Bullying Coalition for Spark Kindness at lcanty@sparkkindness.org. View more information about the MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition here. \nThis work is made possible through a generous Community Health Innovation Grant from the MetroWest Health Foundation with additional support from caring partners\, Becca Schmill Foundation\, Patrick’s Promise Foundation\, Call2Talk\, the MetroWest Regional Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, and Eastern Bank.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/metrowest-anti-bullying-coalition-forum-on-identity-based-bullying/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,FREE,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Connect & Serve: Cochituate Rail Trail Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:All ages are welcome! Join Spark Kindness\, Keep Natick Beautiful\, Natick AMVETS Post 79\, and the Natick Rotary Club at our community clean-up to improve the natural environment along the Cochituate Rail Trail in the area of AMVETS\, from Rt. 9 to Rt. 30. Connect with neighbors\, enjoy nature\, and help us take care of this special place for recreation\, right in our own backyard. RSVPs aren’t required but are encouraged to help us plan! \nRSVP here.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/connect-serve-cochituate-rail-trail-clean-up/
LOCATION:Natick AMVETS Post 79\, 79 Superior Drive\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,FREE
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SUMMARY:Marathon Poster Making Party
DESCRIPTION:Pop on over to Paper Fiesta at Mile 10 in Natick on Saturday\, April 12th to create inspirational messages for the Boston Marathon runners! Drop by anytime from 9am-12pm. Poster making supplies & popcorn provided by Spark Kindness.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/marathon-poster-making-party/
LOCATION:Paper Fiesta\, 1 Main Street\, Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,FREE
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SUMMARY:MLK Jr. Day Service Opportunity - Fill the Van!
DESCRIPTION:Help SPARK Kindness “Fill the Van” for the Natick Service Council on MLK Day! \nWe encourage community members and event attendees of Natick’s 20th Annual MLK Day Community Celebration to bring donations to help fill the van. Items can be dropped off on Monday\, Jan. 20th from 9:00-11:00am at Natick High School. \nItems needed include (unopened\, not expired): \n\npeanut butter & jelly\ncanned foods (tuna\, beans\, etc.)\npasta & sauce\nsoups\njuice\ncereal\nsoap (bars)\nand toothpaste\n\n 
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/mlk-jr-day-service-opportunity-fill-the-van/
LOCATION:Natick High School
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Natick’s 20th Annual MLK Day Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:For community members of all ages! In person\, with options to view the program virtually! \nCelebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and his legacy that inspires and empowers us all. Our program will feature performances from student groups\, Middle School MLK Day Creative Contest winners\, community leaders and partners\, Interfaith Clergy representatives\, a moving and interactive keynote from Jamele and Amy Adams\, and more! \nJoin us immediately before the program at 9:00am for a Community Connection Event\, including special MLK Day activities for all ages\, and time to meet student groups\, community organizations\, neighbors and friends. Free refreshments for all guests will be provided by Starbucks! Our MLK Day program will begin promptly at 10am. \nCan’t join us in person? You can livestream the program through Natick Pegasus or watch through Natick Community Television channels: RCN 3\, Comcast 99\, and Verizon 29 beginning at 10am. Visit https://tinyurl.com/NatickMLKDay2025 for more information about this special community event.
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/naticks-20th-annual-mlk-day-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Natick High School
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,FREE
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