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MEDFIELD OUTREACH – Winter Newsletter

Posted on January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on MEDFIELD OUTREACH – Winter Newsletter

From Viktorria Glissendorf, MPH, Prevention Coordinator, Medfield Outreach –

SHARE: Join Our Email List Upcoming Events & Current Offerings Photovoice GalleryWalkthrough Join us for a gallery walkthrough of theMedfield Photovoice student art project on January 22 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Medfield High School Library. Through avariety of expressive media includingphotography and digital art, Medfield HighSchool students explored the interpersonaland community environments shaping theirhealth and well-being. The reception willalso feature spoken reflections fromselected Medfield students, accompaniedby live music from the Medfield GuitarClub.
SHARE: Join Our Email List Upcoming Events & Current Offerings Photovoice Gallery Walkthrough Join us for a gallery walkthrough of the Medfield Photovoice student art project on January 22 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Medfield High School Library. Through a variety of expressive media including photography and digital art, Medfield High School students explored the interpersonal and community environments shaping their health and well-being. The reception will also feature spoken reflections from selected Medfield students, accompanied by live music from the Medfield Guitar Club. Parent Coffee Hour Thursday, January 29 from 10:30-11:30 AM @ Medfield Public Library We are excited to offer a Coffee Talk for parents and guardians of tweens and adolescents! Have a cup of coffee with us as we share tips on talking with your kids about technology use and discuss successful strategies families have used to navigate digital safety in a changing world. No need to RSVP, just show up! SPACE Treatment Contact Medfield Outreach to schedule! We are pleased to announce that we are now offering SPACE treatment, which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. The SPACE treatment approach centers on empowering parents to make changes in their own behavior, rather than directly trying to change their child's behavior. Participants in the program will learn two primary strategies: how to respond more supportively to their anxious child and how to gradually reduce accommodations made for their child's symptoms. QPR Training Contact Medfield Outreach to schedule! Did you know that you don't have to be a professional to offer hope and help to those considering suicide? Medfield Outreach can provide a FREE 2-hour QPR: Suicide Prevention Training for Medfield residents, aged 18+. All you need is a group of 8-15 people willing to learn how to offer hope in a time of distress. Call your friends and schedule a training today! Medfield Mobile Task Force Presents: Screenagers January 26 | 7:00 PM | Medfield High School Auditorium To thoughtfully address the opportunities and concerns arising from technology and social media, Medfield Public Schools convened a Mobile Technology Task Force, a collaborative forum bringing together students, parents, educators, and members of the Medfield School Committee to examine the role of mobile technology in our schools and community. Medfield Outreach is proud to partner with Medfield Public Schools on this initiative. On January 26th at 7:00 PM in the Medfield High School auditorium, the Mobile Task Force will host a screening of the award-winning film Screenagers. Through insights from authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions for empowering kids to navigate the digital world and find balance. For more information, please contact Jeff Marsden at jmarsden@email.medfield.net. Wait until 8th Pledge The Wait Until 8th pledge empowers parents to rally together to delay giving children a smartphone until at least the end of 8th grade. Let’s protect the elementary and middle school years from the distractions and the dangers of a smartphone in Medfield. Did you know that 12% of Medfield parents have already signed this pledge? We would love for you to join us. Click here for more information and to sign the pledge. 7th Grade Wellness Visits Recap Throughout November, nearly 200 7th graders in Mr. Woods’ Wellness classes took field trips to Medfield Outreach! Students learned about the social services available to Medfield residents, the many ways communities can work together to prevent substance misuse, the positive health impacts of gratitude, and opportunities to join MCAP-advised clubs like Medfield Youth Leadership Program and Medfield BREATHE. At the end of the visit, students were invited to post to our Gratitude Wall. These visits were a valuable way to familiarize students and their families with the resources Outreach offers, as well as an opportunity to learn how community substance use prevention works in Medfield. The Research Corner Learn what the research says about substance use, mental health, and wellness! This edition, we are highlighting the the health benefits of dry January and the positive trends in high school cannabis consumption trends in Medfield. Health Benefits of Dry January - What the Science Says Thinking about kickstarting your 2026 with Dry January? One study found that going 31 days without alcohol had noticeable health benefits for regular drinkers, even without changes in diet and exercise. By the end of the month, participants who abstained from alcohol showed improvements in: Insulin resistance Weight Blood pressure Liver function Cancer-related growth factors In the long term, cutting back on alcohol can improve mood, sleep, cancer risk, and immunity. Ready to hop on the “sober curious” trend this January? Click here for 40 fun mocktail recipes to enjoy all month long. Source article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29730627 Cannabis Positive Community Norms Did you know that on average, people tend to overestimate the prevalence of substance use in their communities? From college campuses to high schools, people consistently misperceive the likelihood that the people around them are using substances. In Medfield, the vast majority of middle and high school students do not use cannabis (marijuana), and that percentage has followed a downward trend over time. Through sustained education, public health awareness campaigns, and other multi-sector prevention initiatives aimed at creating healthy communities, Medfield has seen a significant decrease in the percentage of students who use cannabis. By continuing the conversation at home, you can reinforce these healthy decisions with the youth in your life. Click here to access our Adult Guide for Substance Use Prevention with tips for talking to youth about substances. iDECIDE: Evidence-Based Substance Use Education for Youth To support high school students who would like to learn more about substance use prevention, we are offering a voluntary psychoeducation program developed in partnership by Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR). iDECIDE is an educational program intended to inform students of brain development, neurobiology, risk and protective factors, industry tactics, and healthy alternatives to substance use. This program is intended to support students in making informed decisions about their substance use and health. Click here to complete the iDECIDE interest form, or email Krissy King at kking@medfield.net for more information. Ready to join get involved in this important work? Attend a meeting! Medfield Outreach Advisory Board - the 4th Monday of every month | 6:00-7:30 PM | Medfield Outreach office Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention (MCSP) - the 4th Wednesday of every month | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Zoom Medfield Cares About Prevention (MCAP) - the last Wednesday of every month | 4:30 - 5:30 PM | Hybrid: In-person at the Medfield Outreach Office & via Zoom *Email medfieldoutreach@medfield.net for more information and Zoom links! Connect with us! Would you like to receive the next edition of our newsletter directly to your inbox? Subscribe today! Subscribe Medfield Outreach | 88R South St Door 12 | Medfield, MA 02052 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

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Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Posted on November 19, 2025 | Comments Off on Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Fueling Medfield:

Your Gift Makes Everything Run.

As the holiday season—the true time of giving—begins, we know you’re looking for meaningful ways to support your town.

You may know us best for our upcoming Angel Run 5K, but the Medfield Foundation is so much more than a race! We are a dedicated engine supporting countless local initiatives right here in Medfield.

The Medfield Foundation has raised $5.5 million since its inception to directly impact the lives of Medfield’s residents.

This year, you don’t have to cross a finish line to make a profound difference. Please consider giving to support all that the Medfield Foundation does.

Your donation today ensures our momentum continues, funding the crucial programs that make Medfield a wonderful place to live for everyone.

Thank you for your generosity this time of year!

Donate       

There is still time to register for the 2025 Angel Run!

We are officially counting down the days until the Angel Run 5K—get ready to experience the most festive, feel-good event of the holiday season!

Register    

Here’s what we do at The Medfield Foundation…

Provide Support

We have helped over 50 local non-profit initiative through our charitable platform, to support their fundraising efforts, such as Hinkley Helpers most recently.

Raise Funds

We support Medfield residents directly, two examples: our Community Assistance Fund, helps local folks in need via emergency assistance, and our Camp Fund, sending local kids to summer camps.

Make an Impact

Through the foundation’s Legacy Fund, a professionally managed endowment, we support community driven projects, through an annual grant program. Nearly $100,000 has been granted to local organizations like Medfield Outreach, Sustainable Medfield, and The Peak House Heritage Center, to name just a few.

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Angel Run shirt deadline is 11/2

Posted on October 31, 2025 | Comments Off on Angel Run shirt deadline is 11/2

Celebrating 20 Years of the Angel Run! 🎉 In 2006, family and friends of Natasha Domeshek came together to honor her memory through a heartfelt community event — the very first Angel Run. 💙 What began as a tribute to a beloved third grader has grown into a cherished holiday tradition that brings our community together, continuing the Angel Run’s mission to support families and spread joy across our town.

Join us! 🏃‍♀️✨ Sunday, December 7th at 11:30 AM👉 Register before November 2nd to get this years commemorative shirt!: angelrun.medfieldfoundation.org/about

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MHS Senior Project Red Cross Blood Drive

Posted on May 14, 2025 | Comments Off on MHS Senior Project Red Cross Blood Drive

Milena A.O. is pictured above in the center, with her friend on the left and her MHS advisor, chemistry teacher, Ashley Rimbley, on the right.

Milena A.O.’s Senior Project – a Blood Drive

Milena A.O.’s senior project this spring was to run a Red Cross blood drive at the Medfield High School gym on Sunday, May 11. Milena’s blood drive added 38 pints of blood to the Red Cross blood supply. Milena has been working on the annual Red Cross blood drives for years, since she was in middle school.

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MYBS Parade

Posted on May 14, 2025 | Comments Off on MYBS Parade

MYBS held its opening day parade on Sunday, May 4.

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Eagle Scout Noah Hutchinson

Posted on May 6, 2025 | Comments Off on Eagle Scout Noah Hutchinson

From Hilli Passas –

Troop 10 celebrates their newest Eagle Scout, Noah Hutchinson

On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, Troop 10 honored their newest Eagle Scout, Noah Hutchinson, at an Eagle Court of honor at the UCC, Medfield.  Noah’s scouting career started in Pack 8888 in Suzhou, China, then on to Pack 22 in Natick followed by Pack 113 Medfield. In Troop 10 Medfield, he found a place to grow, thrive, make life long friends and learn vital life skills such as Wilderness First Aid for his highlight trip canoeing 50 miles in the wilderness at Maine High Adventure.  For Noah’s Eagle project he planned the Native Pollinator Garden at the Medfield Rail Trail on the corner of Harding and West Mill streets, procured a variety of native plants,  planted and cared for the garden. The pollinator garden not only serves local wildlife, but adds to the delight of visitors and, as a demonstration garden, provides education on native plants. 

Noah is an accomplished Senior at Medfield HS; singing in Soundwaves HS A Cappella choir; playing rugby for Wrentham Barbarians; is a black belt in karate and serving as a student teacher at Villari’s in Natick.  He is a lifeguard at Kingsbury Club. This summer, he will train as an EMT. In the fall he is heading to Quinnipiac University to study Biomedical Science and play club rugby.

Medfield is lucky and grateful to have many active Scouts who carry out service projects and help make our town a great place to live.

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Carrigan Allenby & Caeli Sheehan Eagle Scout Court of Honor

Posted on October 20, 2024 | 1 comment

This afternoon at the UCC both Carrigan Allenby and Caeli Sheehan were honored with an Eagle Scout Court of Honor.

Carrigan’s Dad is unfortunately hidden behind Caeli.

Half of Troop 10 seemed to be female.

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Angel Run sponsorship opportunities

Posted on October 14, 2024 | Comments Off on Angel Run sponsorship opportunities
MEDFIELD FOUNDATION INC. ANGEL RUN DECEMBER 8, 2024 11:30 AM Medfield High School Medfield, MA Be an Angel, Run for Medfield
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Angel Sponsor - $5,000 Prominent logo display on race T shirt distributed to over 900 local participants Prominent logo display on race day banner, website and social media Recognition as an Angel Sponsor on a stand alone social media post • Recognition as an Angel Sponsor on race day • Opportunity for promotional product giveaway during packet pick-up or race day (provided by sponsor) Six runner registrations • Halo Sponsor - $2,500 Logo display on race T shirt distributed to over 900 local participants • Logo display on race day banner, website and social media Recognition as a Halo Sponsor on race day Four runner registrations Wings Sponsor - $1,000 • Logo display on race T shirt distributed to over 900 local participants • Logo display on race day banner, website and socia l media • Recognition as a Wings Sponsor on race day • Two runner registrations fl • Glitter Sponsor - $500 • Listing on race T shi rt distributed to over 900 local participants • Listing on race day banner, website and social media • Recognition as a Glitter Sponsor on race day Sponsorship Deadline: October 31, 2024 This is the deadline for inclusion on the race T shirt. ·- --- - -~~~ -- - -- - - - ___ _,,..,,...,_. _ _ .,. ___ --- - -~ - --- '- - - - ---- - - -- - - - Yes. we would like to sponsor The Angel Run 5K at the: □ $5,000 Angel Level □ $1,000 Wings Level D $2,500 Halo Level □ $ 500 Gl itter Level D I am not able to sponsor this year, but I would like to make a donation of $ _ ___ _ Name and Title _ ________ ___ _ __________ _ _ _ _ _ _ Company or Organization ___ _________ ____ ________ _ Email ___ ______ _______ _ Phone _ _____ _ _ ___ _ _ _ Address--- - - ----- ------------------ ---- City _____ ___ _______ _ ___ _ _ State __ _ Zip ____ _ Make checks payable to Medfield Foundation. P.O. Box 745, Medfield, MA 02052
support our community during the season of giving. Medfield angels like you have raised over $280,000 which has been distributed to Medfield residents in need in partnership with Medfield Outreach. Join us this year and BE AN ANGEL. Register to run, walk or stroll and help us raise money to support our community. * Angel Run wos created rn 2006 by family and friends in memory of Natasha Domeshek. The Medfield Foundation and our community has proudly continued lhe ,\nge/ Run tradition since 2012. ·uoqoJOdJo:::> e1qo11Jm.p l!JOJd - uou (s) (:::>)l09 unJ 1ee1un10A %00t o S! !.:lv-J ·p1e1Jpev-i 1:::>odw1 A1eAmsod lOLH s1uo16 6uqnqp1s1p puo 'peeu U! 8S0lfl JOJ spunJ 6U!S!OJ ·se/\qO!l!U! l!JOJd-uou 10:::>01 6uqJOddns Aq A11unwwo:::> sp11nq (!.:lv-J) uoqopuno.:J P18!JP8v-J eL.a - "ONI NOl.lVaNno.:1 a , El I :I a 3 N .,..______. MEDFIELD FOUNDATION INC. Be an Angel, ANGEL RUN DECEMBER 8, 2024 11:30 AM Medfield High School Medfield, MA Run for Medfield

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Medfield TV’s Scarecrow Spooktacular this Saturday,10/19

Posted on October 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Medfield TV’s Scarecrow Spooktacular this Saturday,10/19

From Katie Duval, Executive Director, Medfield TV –

Medfield TV’s 2nd Annual Scarecrow Spooktacular festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 19th from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Baxter Park (corner of Route 109 and Route 27) in Medfield, MA. This all-ages event will bring a jack-o-lantern-sized smile to your face this Fall!


There will be music and entertainment throughout the day on the main stage. Be sure to wear your best costume and enter the costume contest, sponsored by GEICO of Braintree! Visit the vendors’ and sponsors’ booths, and take a ride on the UCC hayride. And don’t forget to vote for your favorites in the Scarecrow Competition!

Medfield TV is a non-profit community media center serving the residents of Medfield. All proceeds from the event support the organization’s mission to provide media access and education to Medfield residents, students, and employees. For more information, visit www.medfield.tv

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Angel Run registration open

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Posted on October 7, 2024 in Charity, Children, Entertainment, Events, Medfield Foundation, Medfield High School, Recreation, Sports, Teens, Volunteers