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23 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA 02461 | 617.558.8899 | www.adamasfinejewelry.com EXPERIENCEDRAMA PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL BLANCHARD The Gala to Grant Wishes It was one big group hug when Mayor Martin J. Walsh took to the stage with two beneficiaries of Make-A-Wish during the organization's annual gala on April 12. More than 500 guests attended the fundraiser to support wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. The event, hosted by Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island, was held at the InterContinental Boston and showcased performances and heartfelt speeches by area wish children and their families. TV personality Liz Brunner emceed the event, and Linda Groves was presented with the Community Spirit Award for her dedication to the organization. The gala raised approximately $950,000. Stephanie Stewart and Christian McGowan Kevin J. O'Connell and Linda Groves Drew Lawton and Liz Brunner Patrick Ahearn, Kimberly McCaslin, and Steve Barnes Mayor Martin J. Walsh with wish recipients Sammuel Galette and Frederick Hunter. Phunk Phenomenon dance performers. Gloria Gavris and Lori Nelson INVITED