We’re entering a season focused on family, friends, and getting festive. But the season for gift giving is also the time for giving back. Charities and nonprofits throughout Massachusetts are always accepting volunteers and donations, but even more so throughout November and December. Our guide to volunteering and donating in Greater Boston will help you find the organizations that best fit your passions and lifestyle. 1. Animal Rescue League of Boston The Animal Rescue League of Boston is the only animal welfare organization in Massachusetts that has an emergency rescue services team dedicated to assisting domestic animals and wildlife in distress. Regularly scheduled volunteers are needed to help with yard cleanup, dog walking, and organizing pet food. (10 Chandler St., Boston; [email protected] for more information) 2. Guiding Eyes for the Blind Are you a dog lover looking for a serious commitment? Become a puppy raiser. Puppy raising classes are held on the … [Read more...] about 51 ways to give back in Boston this holiday season
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Our inspirational readers celebrating their 70th birthday alongside Prince Charles over tea
THE Prince of Wales turns 70 today – and to mark the occasion he will celebrate alongside inspirational Sun readers also reaching this landmark birthday. From fundraisers to football coaches, we are honouring Britain’s most deserving people at this birthday party like no other. We asked for nominees who have brightened up the lives of others and who, like Prince Charles, were born in 1948. Today the super 70 – including Age UK volunteer Eileen Thomson, inset top, who also met Charles in 1982, above – will attend an exclusive tea party at posh Spencer House, in central London. Prince Charles – joined by the Duchess of Cornwall – will be guest of honour at our exclusive bash. We profile the winners of this special birthday honour. ‘Meeting Charles? Things like this don’t happen to people like me’ WOMEN’S Institute group treasurer Kathleen Jowett visits elderly villagers with food she has rustled up for them in her kitchen. … [Read more...] about Our inspirational readers celebrating their 70th birthday alongside Prince Charles over tea