Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 30, 2022 Councillor Simonelli offers new programs for Malden seniors at Suffolk Manor dinner L ast Thursday, Ward 7 Councillor Christopher Simonelli spoke to Malden seniors at the Suffolk Manor about programs that he would like to see implemented during the winter months, such as arts & crafts and movie night every month. Simonelli said he would like to see the youths at the Teen Center work with the seniors to build relationships that would help bridge the gap between the two generations. Councillor Simonelli would like to thank all the volunteers who helped out with last Thursday’s Suffolk Manor senior dinner. Travis Mills and Gary Sinise Foundation on Wreaths Across America Radio RoundTable This discussion, focused on veteran healing through stories of resilience, purpose and success, will be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio! C OLUMBIA FALLS, Maine — Sept. 28, 2021 — Wreaths Across America Radio is proud to announce the next episode in its series of roundtable discussions focused on veteran healing through sharing stories of resilience, purpose, and success. This discussion will take place on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 12 PM ET, and can be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio. The roundtable will focus on Pictured from left to right are Jimmy Luong, Michelle Luong, former Ward 7 Councillor/City Council President Neal Anderson, Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli and his partner Kelly, Ward 7 School Committee Member Keith Bernard and City Council President/Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora. (Courtesy photo) Kane’s Donuts Set to Participate in Bakes for Breast Cancer Mass. from Friday, October 7 – Thursday, October 13, 2022 S augus, Mass. (September 28, 2022) – Kane’s Donuts is proud to announce its participation in Bakes for Breast Cancer’s signature event – Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts – returning for its twenty-third year, which helps raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Bakeries, cafés, pastry shops and restaurants throughout Massachusetts will participate during this year’s fundraiser from Friday, October 7 through Thursday, October 13, 2022. All establishments will either dedicate 100% of its sales from one of their signature desserts (or 50% from the sales of its entire dessert list) back to Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts. “We are on a mission to end breast cancer for good, one sweet treat at a time,” said Bakes for Breast Cancer Founder Carol Sneider. “We’re excited to see how Bakes keeps evolving, and we’re beyond grateful for our partners to support us even during these tough times so we can help eradicate breast cancer once and for all.” There are two ways to participate in Boston Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts – establishments can offer one designated dessert where 100% of the proceeds go towards the Bakes for Breast Cancer, or offer their entire dessert roster where 50% of the proceeds goes back to the organization. Since its inception in 1999, Bakes for Breast Cancer has raised over 2 million dollars. To date, over 4,500 different bakeries, cafés, pastry shops, supermarkets, and restaurants have participated throughout annual events in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine and Cape & Islands. Proceeds raised will benefit the nonprofit breast cancer organization Bakes for Breast Cancer which will support the research of Dr. Rachel Freedman. Dr. Freedman’s clinical trials will focus on treatment for older breast cancer patients, an area of research that has been vastly under subsidized. About Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts: Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts is an annual “sweet” to raise funds for breast cancer research and care where hundreds of restaurants, bakeries, cafés and retail shops throughout Massachusetts participate by designating all sales of one specific desert, or fifty percent of proceeds from their entire dessert menu, to breast cancer care and research. Proceeds from the event benefit Bakes for Breast Cancer, Inc., a nonprofit breast cancer organization dedicated to funding breast cancer researchers and clinicians. For a list of participating establishments, or to shop online, please visit www.bakesforbreastcancer/ restaurant-and-bakeries. the recalibrated warrior, and how finding purpose can benefit not only in your own journey of resilience but help connect with others working to overcome similar challenges. Guest panelists – listed below – will be interviewed by Wreaths Across America’s Executive Director Karen Worcester and Director of Military and Veteran Outreach, Joe Regan, United States Army Veteran. Guest Panelists Include: Travis Mills, Founder and President of the Board for the Travis Mills Foundation. United States Army Staff Sergeant (ret.) Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated veteran, a motivational speaker, actor, author, and advocate for veterans and amputees. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive. On April 10, 2021, Travis was critically injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) during a routine patrol in Afghanistan and spent 19 months at Walter Reed. After his recovery, Travis attended an adaptive sports camp in Colorado and realized the need for a such a place where a veteran, and their entire family could relax, reconnect, and find strength. Born out of this idea, the Travis Mills Foundation Veterans’ Retreat was founded. Ginger Gilbert Ravella, Author, Military Wife, and Ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation. Ginger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife, Gold Star (widow), mother of five and stepmother of two. Her personal mission is to encourage anyone who seeks reconciliation and peace when life hurts the most and to continue to serve a nation by serving others. Ginger works tirelessly to support and raise funds to help fallen and disabled veterans and their families. She is an international speaker and author devoted to her God, her family, and her country. She is remarried to another widower and USAF fighter pilot, Colonel (Ret) Jim Ravella, who lost his wife to breast cancer. Ginger currently resides in Nashville, Tenn., with her family. The goal of the roundtable series is to help reduce barriers for veterans by: • Supporting generational bonds between service veterans through stories of service and success; • Destigmatizing issues faced by veterans and asking for help; • Combating inaccurate perceptions of veterans by discussing the diverse experiences, challenges, and success of service members, veterans, and their families; and • Connecting veterans with valuable resources. “I know this is going to be a meaningful discussion,” said Karen Worcester, Executive Director, Wreaths Across America. “As everyone involved has a synergy of mission and a deep understanding of veterans’ needs and the needs of their families. We look forward to this opportunity to share these stories and the importance in addressing veterans’ healing.” You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica. org/radio. This is the seventh broadcast in this series, RoundTable discussions are broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio at least once per quarter. Learn more at: https://www. wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/19520/News/823/?relatedId=0
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