Our 2011 Gals from Beverly in the news.
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Read about the MGH Neuromuscular clinic and it's cutting edge research
To learn more about the Mass General Hospital's Neuromuscular Clinic and the cutting edge research it is doing, click on this link to an informative article http://www.mgh.harvard.edu/about/newsarticle.aspx?id=2019
Gals for Cal swim champion, Sheryl Bierden
An article in the Westwood Press about Gals for Cal swimmer extraordinaire, Sheryl Bierden. In addition to being a nationally ranked masters swimmer and completing the 8-mile Boston Light Swim, Sheryl has been our swimming mentor, has been a top 10 finisher in the swimming leg of the triathlon, has raised thousands fo dollars in the fight against Duchenne and is doing the WHOLE tri this year to challenge herself. Read the article.
Marshfield Gals featured in the Marshfield Mariner
Eight of the Gals for Cal live in Marshfield and have been training and fundraising together. Our good friend, Carolyn, wrote and article for the Marshfield Mariner for us. "Marshfield mothers train for thriathlon" http://www.wickedlocal.com/marshfield/sports/x2141117777/Marshfield-mothers-train-for-triathlon
Pals for Cal
The Gals for Cal have inspired our children and their friends to get involved and we could not be more proud! Check out www.palsforcal.com.
Kids being kids (Cal in the center, his sister Emily on the left and friend, Jason, on the right).
Kids being kids (Cal in the center, his sister Emily on the left and friend, Jason, on the right).
Article about DMD advances in the Boston Globe
" Strength in numbers: A scientist, doctor, and mother join forces to speed a cure for a fatal childhood disease"
Article from the Boston Globe (May 11, 2009) about The Jett Foundation founder, Christine McSherry, and recent advances in research to help boys with DMD. Gals for Cal donations hard at work! http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/05/11/strength_in_numbers/
Article from the Boston Globe (May 11, 2009) about The Jett Foundation founder, Christine McSherry, and recent advances in research to help boys with DMD. Gals for Cal donations hard at work! http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/05/11/strength_in_numbers/
A toast to Gals for Cal
In 2009,The Jett Foundation created our own wine label giving our supporters the option to purchase some limited edition Gals for Gal vintages. Delicious! Check out http://www.customgrapes.com/Cals_Gals_s/125.htm
Gals For Cal in Scotland
Calvin's cousin Sarah Denniston and husband Iain along with Donna and Derek show their support for the Gals For Cal in Edinburgh, Scotland by competing in various road races for Action Duchenne, a DMD organization raising awareness and funds for Duchenne in the UK.
International Fan Clubs
Catrin is the founder of our Swedish Gals for Cal Fan Club. From Catrin. "You gals are amazing! Wish I was there, but someone has to head up your Swedish Gals for Cal fan club... ;-) Good luck at the triathlon!!! Miss you all, say hi to everyone from me. Big hug!" Anyone want to start a fan club in their country? Email susan_robinson@verizon.net
