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'75 0RGHUQ JDOOHULHV 0 RG HUQ When: August 9–10, 6 PM Where: Courageous Sailing Center, Pier 4 Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown WESTPORT RIVER WATERSHED ALLIANCE What: The Watershed Alliance's summer gala and silent auction will be held at the former Charlton Estate, at the harbor entrance, also known as the "Devil's Pocket." This year's theme, Days of Old When Rum Was Gold, was inspired by Westport's history. Event chair Sally Ann Ledbetter expects this year's event to generate more than $90,000 to support conservation efforts. Enjoy an open bar featuring Ipswich Distillery rum, an auction of original art by local artists, and hors d'oeuvres. westportwatershed.org 3LFDVVR When: August 10, 5 PM Where: 63 Prospect Ave., Westport NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL FKDJDOO 3RV WZDU What: Enjoy breathtaking music and fireworks at Boston Pops on Nantucket, chaired by Melanie Sabelhaus. Guests who purchase a table will enjoy a gourmet supper with wine pairings, a postconcert dessert, and a reception with dancing. This year's special guest is Matthew Morrison of the television musical sensation Glee. nantuckethospital.org When: August 10, 7 PM Where: Jetties Beach, Bathing Beach Road, Nantucket NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OF GREATER NEW ENGLAND What: Take to the green for a day of golf alongside WCVB Sports Anchor Bob Halloran while supporting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. After an elegant luncheon and a series of Bramble-style tournaments, the Link Up for MS event continues with a cocktail reception and a five-star dinner at the Ipswich Country Club. The evening will also feature a raffle and live and silent auctions. Last year's event raised nearly $70,000, and the organization hopes to surpass that this year. msnewengland.org ZDUKRO EDVTXLDW F RQW HP SR UDU\ When: August 19, 11:30 AM Where: Ipswich Country Club, 148 Country Club Way, Ipswich VOICES OF HOPE What: For the third year, Voices of Hope will host an annual golf tournament to raise funds for cancer research. Co-sponsored by Arthur Certosimo and Richard Meservey, this fun golf challenge is held on a beautiful course in Boxford, followed by an entertaining evening featuring a sports memorabilia silent auction, dinner, and an awards ceremony. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Henri and Belinda Termeer Center for Targeted Therapies at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. Last year, Voices of Hope donated $55,000 to the Center and is dedicating this year's outing to the memory of Andrew Pywell, the first Voices of Hope sponsor, who recently lost his battle with cancer. voicesofhopeboston.org YHUELFN\ VORQHP When: July 13, 11 AM 1HZEXU\ 6WUHHW %RVWRQ 0$ Where: Far Corner Golf, 5 Barker Road, Boxford 3 ( L Q IR # G W U P R G H U Q F R P ::: '7502'(51 &20 050-055_BC_SP_SoG_SUM13.indd 55 6/10/13 8:39 AM