Mary Beth Benison Foundation

11/03/2026

🎉 GOOD NEWS! TICKET DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🎉

❤️ A Decade of Love – Celebrating 10 Years of the Mary Beth Benison Foundation! ❤️

You asked, and we listened! We’ve extended the deadline to purchase tickets until TONIGHT, Tuesday, November 3rd at 11:00 PM! ⏰

Don’t miss your chance to join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, entertainment, inspiring stories, and celebrating 10 years of to people living with ALS. 💙💛

📅 Thursday, November 12th
📍 DCU Club at Polar Park, Worcester
🥂 6–9 PM | Celebration
🎉 9–11 PM | After Party

🎟️ This is your LAST CHANCE to get your tickets!

A Decade of Love https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-decade-of-love-tickets-1984772487940?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️

A Decade of Love — Celebrating 10 Years in Supporting Patients in the Fight Against ALS.

11/03/2026

🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: NICOLE JOHNSON 🌟

The Mary Beth Benison Foundation is honored to welcome Nicole Benjamin Johnson as a featured speaker at A Decade of Love!

Nicole is a mother of three, ALS advocate, and widow of her beloved husband, Chuck, who passed away from ALS in April 2025 at just 39 years old. Chuck was diagnosed on Valentine’s Day 2024, when Nicole was six months pregnant with their third child.

Today, Nicole continues to honor Chuck’s legacy through “Make Way for Chucklings,” raising ALS awareness and advocating for better treatments and care. She also volunteers with the Pete Frates ALS Foundation and contributes to initiatives at the MGH HEALEY Center.

We are grateful to Nicole for sharing her family’s story, her strength, and her commitment to making a difference for others facing ALS. ❤️

11/02/2026

🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: TAYLOR NUNEZ MURRAY 🌟💞

We are honored to welcome Taylor Nunez Murray as a featured speaker at A Decade of Love!

Taylor is a mother of two, a Worcester Public Schools teacher and ALS advocate. Diagnosed in the fall of 2025, Taylor continues showing up for her family, students and now the ALS community that in turns uplifts her every step of her ALS journey.

We are grateful to Taylor for sharing her story and reminding us of the power of community, connection, and love. ❤️

Together, we !

11/01/2026

🌟 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: DR. MARGARET AYO OWEGI 🌟

We are honored to welcome Dr. Margaret Ayo Owegi as a featured speaker at A Decade of Love!

Dr. Owegi is an Associate Professor of Neurology at UMass Chan Medical School and UMass Memorial Medical Center, where she has dedicated more than a decade to caring for patients with neuromuscular disorders, including ALS.

A board-certified neurologist and neuromuscular medicine specialist, Dr. Owegi completed her neurology residency and fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Her clinical research has focused extensively on ALS, including participation as a principal investigator and co-investigator in multiple ALS clinical trials, working to advance treatment options and improve outcomes for those living with the disease.

But her connection to the Mary Beth Benison Foundation goes beyond her work in medicine. Dr. Owegi has referred many of her patients to MBB for financial assistance and support, and we are incredibly grateful for her partnership, compassion, and commitment to the ALS community.

We are proud to have Dr. Owegi standing alongside us as we celebrate 10 years of spreading love, providing support, and making a difference for families living with ALS. ❤️

Thank you, Dr. Owegi, for the work you do and for being part of our MBB family!

10/30/2026

✨ ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: A DECADE OF LOVE! ✨🎤 😂

COMEDIAN SHAUN CONNOLLY!

We are excited to welcome Shaun Connolly to the stage at A Decade of Love for a special mini stand-up comedy performance!

Shaun is a comedian from Worcester, MA. He regularly performs in the New England area and is co-owner of Worcester Comedy Club on Park Ave. His debut album Hot Dog!, is available for streaming on all platforms.

This performance is especially meaningful to us, as Shaun’s father, Tim, passed away from ALS. We are honored to have Shaun be part of an evening dedicated to celebrating 10 years of love, support, and making a difference in the lives of those living with ALS.

We know Shaun will bring plenty of laughs to the evening. Help us give Shaun a warm welcome on November 12th!

One evening. One mission. A decade of love.

📅 Thursday, November 12 | 6–9 PM
📍 DCU Club at Polar Park

🎟️ Get your tickets ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-decade-of-love-tickets-1984772487940?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

10/29/2026

🎶✨ ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: A DECADE OF LOVE! ✨🎻

We’re shining a spotlight on the amazing entertainment that will help make A Decade of Love extra special! ❤️ We are excited to welcome VIVIAN LUO! 🎻(VIOLINVIIV)🎶

Vivian Luo, known online as violinviiv, is a Boston-based contemporary electric violinist, DJ, and producer.
After graduating from Columbia University and working as a Wall Street investment banker, she left her finance career in 2017 to pursue music full-time. She quickly gained widespread recognition through her viral street performances outside Faneuil Hall and inside MBTA subway stations. Today, she regularly performs at high-profile corporate events, weddings, private parties and professional sports games.

Thank you Vivian for being a part of such a special night! 💫

📅 Thursday, November 12 | 6–9 PM
📍 DCU Club at Polar Park

🎟️ Get your tickets ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-decade-of-love-tickets-1984772487940?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
and join us as we celebrate 10 years of the Mary Beth Benison Foundation supporting individuals and families living with ALS.

10/27/2026

❤️✨ **WHAT TO WEAR TO DECADE OF LOVE** ✨❤️

We’re getting ready for a beautiful evening celebrating **10 Years of the Mary Beth Benison Foundation **, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂

👗 **Dress Code: Cocktail Attire**

Think dressy, classy, and comfortable! Whether you're wearing a cocktail dress, a stylish jumpsuit, dress pants with a blazer, or your favorite dressy outfit, we encourage you to dress up and enjoy a special night out.

✨ Ladies: Cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, or elegant separates
✨ Gentlemen: Dress pants, button-down shirts, blazers, or suits
✨ Everyone: Dress to impress and celebrate in style!

❤️💛 Come dressed for an unforgettable evening filled with love, inspiration, entertainment, and support for individuals and families impacted by ALS.

📍 Polar Park | Worcester, MA
📅 November 12th | 6:00–9:00 PM
🥂 After-party to follow from 9:00–11:00 PM

We can’t wait to celebrate A Decade of Love with all of you! ❤️

🎟️ **Reminder: Ticket sales close November 2nd at 11:00 PM!**

10/26/2026

❤️💛 **ONE WEEK LEFT TO GET YOUR TICKETS!** 💛❤️
The countdown is on! 🎉 Ticket sales for **A Decade of Love** Celebrating 10 Years of the Mary Beth Benison Foundation will officially close on **November 2nd at 11:00 PM!**

Join us for a special evening celebrating 10 years of love, hope, and support for individuals and families impacted by ALS. ❤️

✨ An unforgettable night of celebration
🎤 Inspiring stories and special guests
🎻 Live entertainment
🎟️ Silent auction and fundraising opportunities
🥂 Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, and an after-party!

📍 Polar Park | Worcester, MA
📅 November 12th | 6:00–9:00 PM : After Party 9:00-11:00 PM
🎟️ $75 per person
🅿️ Free parking at Green Island Boulevard Garage included with your ticket purchase!

Don't miss your chance to be part of this meaningful milestone and help us continue making a difference in the lives of those affected by ALS.

⏰ **TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY NOVEMBER 2ND AT 11:00 PM!**

🎟️ Get your tickets today before it's too late!

A Decade of Love — Celebrating 10 Years in Supporting Patients in the Fight Against ALS.

10/26/2026

💙 **DECADE OF LOVE | SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT** 💙

Today, we’re honored to recognize Joe Santa Maria and KILL THE BALL MEDIA, for their generous support as a COMMUNITY SPONSOR of the Mary Beth Benison Foundation A Decade of Love celebration.

Not only is Joe a Sponsor but he has and continues to put in countless hours helping MBB with the website and putting together materials for the event. He is also going to be our photographer that evening. 📸 🎉

Joe has been there for me and MBB from the very start and his partnership and support means the world to me. It helps us continue our mission of providing financial support to people living with ALS, helping ease some of the financial burdens that come with this devastating disease.

We are incredibly grateful for their generosity, compassion, and commitment to our community.

👏 Please join us in saying THANK YOU, JOE & KILL THE BALL MEDIA!

Your support helps turn love into action.

10 Years of Love. One community. Making a difference together. 💙