The Westin Copley Place, Boston

For more than 20 years, Leave No One Behind has been the signature fundraising event to support the many programs and services provided at the New England Center and Home for Veterans. The 2026 gala will take place on Wednesday, November 4th at The Westin Copley Place hotel in Boston, hosted by Master of Ceremonies Matt Noyes, co-founder and president of 1DegreeOutside. The event will feature a formal reception, exciting live and silent auctions, a three-course dinner, and inspirational presentations and awards.
The gala keynote speaker will be Janie Mines, Senior Vice President, Inclusion &amp; Innovation at Academy Securities, Inc., and the first female African-American graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. The Brian A. Brooks Distinguished Service to Veterans Award will be presented to former Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans Services and Marine Corps Veteran, Coleman Nee.About the New England Center and Home for Veterans
Founded in Boston in 1989, the New England Center and Home for Veterans is a nationally recognized leader in serving Veterans. The NECHV is a multidimensional service and care provider that assists Veterans who are facing challenges with a broad array of programs and services that enable success, meaningful employment, and dignified, independent living. In 2025, the NECHV extended its service footprint with the establishment of the New England Center and Home for Veterans, Merrimack Valley, in Haverhill, MA.For more information, visit <a href="https://www.nechv.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">nechv.org</a>.

Local Event: 24th Annual Leave No One Behind Gala to Benefit the New England Center and Home for Veterans

Suffolk County

Boston

Massachusetts

24th Annual Leave No One Behind Gala to Benefit...

For more than 20 years, Leave No One Behind has been the signature fundraising event to support the many programs and services...

24th Annual Leave No One Behind Gala to Benefit the New England Center and Home for Veterans

Alexander Caswell

Middlesex County

Jessie Castellano

Boston Metropolitan Area

Marlborough

Worcester County

Northborough

Jamie Gatlin

Framingham

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Sudbury

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Shrewsbury

Acton

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Russell's Garden Center

Bring your friends and stroll through Russell's Garden Center on our most festive night of the year! Witness the transformation from Garden Center to Holiday Wonderland. Visit our indoor shops and Tropical greenhouse where you can enjoy early holiday shopping, inspiration from our designers, planting demonstrations,&nbsp;wine, chocolate &amp; food samplings from local merchants and vendors, and so much more! Come, have some fun, and get into the holiday spirit! 🎄🎁🎅🏻 THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5TH 4:00-8:00PM Confirmed Vendors &amp; Guests: <a href="https://aaronapcellars.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Aaronap Cellars</a>,<a href="https://amnayfoods.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Amnay Foods</a>, <a href="https://aspensong.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Aspen Song Birdseed</a>, <a href="https://www.cousinsmainelobster.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cousins Maine Lobster</a>, <a href="https://craicsauce.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Craic Sauce</a>, <a href="https://www.decantedwinetruck.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Decanted Wine Truck</a>, <a href="https://floresdecafe.com/shop/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Flores de Cafe</a>, <a href="https://galley-provisions.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Galley Provisions,</a> <a href="https://giacomoswayland.com/menu" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Giacomo’s Ristorante</a>, <a href="https://ghbreadcompany.square.site/#3DFOZMESAN6MPU3TIVMVQTQV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Great Harvest Bread</a>, <a href="https://www.harborsweets.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Harbor Sweets Chocolates</a>, <a href="https://www.lakechamplainchocolates.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=162743382&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADlL5aKdv461LZk-_MYOPcCA5L0lM&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0YqjyDKVQ4BFhj3IVHY0RrDHbimrPQokT1yXAaCnoS_YTFKbZPBKo_ZMcaAuHxEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Lake Champlain Chocolates</a>, <a href="https://loonchocolate.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Loon Chocolate</a>, Luz Apiaries, <a href="https://meimeidumplings.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Mei Mei Dumplings</a>, <a href="https://mindbodysnack.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Mind Body Snack</a>, <a href="https://phillipschocolate.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Phillips Chocolate</a>, <a href="https://pincifoods.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pinci Foods Lasagneria</a>, <a href="https://www.kimgregorypurepastry.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kim Gregory Pure Pastry</a>, <a href="https://www.whatisthedailydish.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Daily Dish</a>, <a href="https://unclejoeyscannoli.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Uncle Joey's Cannolis</a>Live Music From <a href="https://sites.google.com/a/wayland.k12.ma.us/wayland-high-school-band-jazz-program/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Wayland High School Jazz Band</a>, T Sallie and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/peterlavenson/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Peter Lavenson &amp; Friends</a>

*** Special Guest: <a href="https://www.sudburyfoodpantry.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Sudbury Community Food Pantry</a> will be joining us collecting food donations for neighbors in need throughout MetroWest, as well as, sharing information on ways to help The Pantry in their mission to curb hunger in our community. Please consider bringing a donation and connecting with this amazing team of volunteers.
See you there! Thursday, November 5th, 4-8 pm!

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Russell's Annual Ladies Night Out

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Minute Man Air Field, 302 Boxboro Road, Stow, MA

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o Aircraft on display o Mitiguy Aviation: scenic rides &amp; flight training o NAA Admissions and careers in aviation maintenance o Piston and turbine engine runs, aircraft systems displays o Flight simulator o Kids zone featuring paper airplanes and more o Food: burgers, hot dogs, chips, soda o Aviation-related organizations: EAA Young Eagles, Stow Flying Club, and more

Local Event: Minute Man Air Field 2026 Open House

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Framingham Friends Meeting

A diverse panel of 5 local leaders will discuss their spiritual journeys and what has led each of them to take action in the world today. See the flyer for details of the panelists. Come early for refreshments!

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24th Annual Leave No One Behind Gala to Benefit the New England Center and Home for Veterans

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5:30 PM

The Westin Copley Place, Boston, 10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA

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