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Summer 2014 Inside this issue • Employee Parking Plan • In-Stadium Practice Information • Patriots PLAY 60 in Foxborough • Registration Open for New England Fitness Challenge at Gillette Stadium

Quarterly Insight into the Progress and Philanthropy of The Kraft Group Partners in Patriotism SUMMER Sensation Summer events at Gillette Stadium expected to net Foxborough nearly $1 million in revenue Summertime and the business is booming. lieve our plan to address traffic along Route 1 Gillette Stadium is regularly one of the world’s (more on page 5) and the revenue generated busiest venues with the largest concert tours, from these events will help compensate for the READY TO SERVE marquee international soccer matches and inconvenience. By summer’s end, we anticipate Meet the 2014 Partners in other exciting events stopping in Foxborough the town’s revenue from these eight events to Patriotism Fund’s Local Members each summer. reach nearly $1 million (Note: This does not include revenue from Revolution matches, Patri- After receiving overwhelming interest from Billboard magazine ranked Gillette Stadium ots games and UMass football games). the community, the Partners in Patriotism among the top 10 venues Fund’s Board of Directors has selected its 13 in the world over the last As we begin the third quar- Local Members to serve on the 2014 Partners decade. In 2012, the sta- ter, we get back to football in Patriotism Fund’s Grants Committee. dium ranked 15th in Poll- with the Patriots return- As Local Members, Foxborough residents ing to the field for training Livia Binks, David Brown, Margaret Chaisson, Ar- star’s Top 100 worldwide ticket sales for outdoor sta- camp, beginning on July thur Jewett, Charles Liftman, James McGowan, 24. There is a lot about this Chris Mitchell, Thomas Murphy, Mark Powers, dium and festival sites. team to be excited about Carolyn Rehill, Mike Stewart, Jenna Strickland So what does all this Families enjoyed New England’s first ever and we can’t wait to kick off and Cindy Venuto will vet donation requests and mean for Foxborough? allocate funds to Foxborough-based causes and Monster Jam event at Gillette Stadium the 2014 season. on June 21. philanthropic initiatives throughout the current A whole lot of revenue. The community is invited to fiscal year. To date, we have been fortunate to host coun- watch the team practice inside Gillette Stadium We look forward to working with the Grants try music legend George Strait with special on Friday, Aug. 1. Earlier that day Ty Law will be Committee over the coming year as we aim to inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame (details support the town’s many great causes. guests Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, an interna- The Kraft family established the Partners in tional soccer friendly between Mexico and Por- on both events can be found on page 6). Patriotism Fund in 2014 to assist with Foxbor- tugal, New England’s first ever Monster Jam We will welcome UMass football back for a ough-based philanthropic efforts through an truck show and JAY Z and Beyonce’s record- third season at Gillette Stadium as they kick off annual commitment of $100,000. setting ON THE RUN Tour. the 2014 campaign against Boston College on The quality of applicants was outstanding and We are proud to report these events have Aug. 30. we sincerely thank everyone who expressed a willingness to serve on the fund’s Grants Com- earned Foxborough nearly $500,000 in rev- At Patriot Place, we welcomed nearly 7,000 mittee. We will be accepting applications for four enue and we still have more great events sched- runners to the fifth annual Harvard Pilgrim Fin- three-year terms next spring and encourage uled in August! One Direction will be in town for ish at the 50, celebrated the opening of CVS/ those interested in serving to apply in 2015. three nights (Aug. 7-9) and Luke Bryan will take pharmacy and the five-year anniversary of the For a donation application or more informa- the stage on Aug. 10 with guests Dierks Bentley, Brigham and Women’s/Mass General Health tion on the Partners in Patriotism Fund, please Lee Brice and Cole Swindell. Care Center. visit www.GilletteStadium.com/Partners-in- While we know these events can be a burden Patriotism. We thank you all for your continued support on the community and its infrastructure, we be- and look forward to a great third quarter! Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

PATRIOT PLACE News By the Numbers A look at what could be purchased in Foxborough with revenue generated from Gillette Stadium’s 2014 summer events. NOTE: Summer revenue does not include revenue from Revolution matches, Patriots games and UMass football games: 15 Town could hire 15 school teachers with an average salary of $65,000. Town could purchase Partners and BWH leadership with Foxborough officials and Jonathan Kraft, 13 13 new school buses. president of The Kraft Group, celebrate five years of service at the Brigham and Women’s/Mass General Health Care Center at Patriot Place. 1 YEAR Town could fund the DPW’s operating budget Health Care Center for one fiscal year, according to the 2013 Annual Town Report Town could purchase Celebrates 5 Years 2 new fire engines 2 (similar to Engine 21) at Patriot Place Entertainment Spotlight When The Kraft Group announced plans for Patriot Place, worldclass health care was a cornerstone of that vision as Muse Paintbar Coming Soon to Patriot Place the company wanted to create much more than a traditional Looking for a different night out? Try Muse Paintbar, expected to open at retail development. 217 Patriot Place (across from Splitsville Luxury Lanes) in September. That vision became a reality when two world-renowned Muse is perfect for a girls’ night out, birthday party, first date, or 41st date. medical institutions collaborated with Patriot Place to deliver “We are incredibly excited about Muse Paintbar joining Patriot Place the highest quality in internal medicine and specialist and as it will give our guests another unique experience when they visit and orthopedic services in a world class facility - the Brigham and add to our diverse offerings in arts Women’s/Mass General Health Care Center. and entertainment,” said Patriot Place U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks these General Manager Brian Earley. two medical institutions among the Top 10 hospitals in the Here’s how it works: country, making Boston the only city in America with two Top First, scroll through the calendar at 10 facilities and Foxborough the only site where you can find www.musepaintbar.com and find a paint- both in one location. ing you like on a night that you like. then On Monday, June 30, nearly 150 people gathered at call your friends and reserve your spots the health care center at Patriot Place to celebrate its fifth online or by phone at 888-607-6873. anniversary of service and impact to the greater Foxborough Next, it’s time to paint! You bring your paint face and Muse handles the rest. area. The paint bar provides you with the paint, a 16x20 canvas, and an apron. Muse also offers a great selection of food, wine and beer. The center has grown rapidly over the past five years in response to the community’s needs. In addition to primary Finally, create your masterpiece! Muse’s trained artists will guide you, brush- care, it is home to an urgent care center and day surgery stroke by brushstroke, from blank canvas to masterpiece. No art experience unit, as well as more than 30 medical surgical specialties. needed! During the celebration, BWH President Betsy Nabel, MD, Partners President and CEO Gary Gottlieb, MD, The LETTERS & ASK PARTNERS IN PATRIOTISM Kraft Group President Jonathan Kraft and Cindy Peterson, executive director of BW/MG Health Care Center each What’s On Your Mind? Let Us Know! praised the center for bringing quality health care closer to Share your letters, questions and feedback with Partners in Patriotism the community. and have your submissions published and questions answered in an up- “We owe a great debt to those BWH and MGH providers coming issue of the newsletter as we provide a new forum for open dia- who supported the vision for establishing this center back in logue between residents and the Kraft organization. February 2009,” said Peterson. “We are proud to provide a Email your questions or letters to FoxboroResidents@GilletteStadium. wide range of world-class care and services right here in com or mail them to Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 2 the community.” 02035, Attention: Jeremie Smith. Please include your name. Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

2014 NEw England Patriots in-stadium practice A Night of Free Football Foxborough residents are invited to watch the New England Patriots practice inside Gillette Stadium on Friday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. Foxborough residents are in- The free event, which begins vited to a free night of football un- at 7 p.m., requires a complimen- der the lights of Gillette Stadium tary ticket for entry and is exclu- on Friday, Aug. 1, as the New sively for Patriots’ season ticket Foxborough residents England Patriots thank the town members and Foxborough resi- can pick up their com- for their continued support by dents. plimentary tickets for this year’s in-stadium holding a special in-stadium prac- Season ticket members can tice closed to the general public. practice at the Public find their complimentary in- Safety Building, the Now in its eighth year, the an- stadium practice ticket in their Senior Center or the nual event provides the Patriots season ticket booklets while Fox- Boyden Library. organization a unique way to borough residents can now pick show appreciation to its commu- up tickets at one of the following nity and loyal fan base. locations: “We started the tradition as • Public Safety Building an added amenity to thank our • Senior Center season ticket members for their FACES OF FOXBOROUGH dedication to the team and, as • Boyden Library we do as often as we can, we in- Proof of residency is required KEVIN ANDERSON cluded Foxborough residents to to obtain complimentary tickets. Foxborough resident Kevin Anderson is in thank them for their support as Please note tickets will not be his ninth season in the New England Patriots well,” said Dan Murphy, Gillette available at the Gillette Stadium football operations department and his Stadium’s vice president of ex- ticket office. ternal affairs. fourth as the director of player development. Gates open at 5 p.m. and seat- “I enjoy my job tremendously because like all members Further enhancing the fan ex- ing is general admission. Parking of our football support staff, I have an opportunity to perience, the event includes de- is free and stadium concessions positively impact our team,” Anderson said. tailed explanations of drills over will be open during practice. Anderson’s main focus with the organization is to assist the PA system, giving observers Prior to the in-stadium prac- athletes with their transition into the NFL and provide an understanding of why the support both during and following their careers. The core players practice certain things tice, fans are invited to attend the 2014 Patriots Hall of Fame areas of his program are financial education, life skills, and how it translates into an ac- family assistance and continuing education. tual game. induction ceremony for former cornerback and three-time Su- “My role is unique in that my influence on the athlete “For residents who already like per Bowl Champion Ty Law on generally comes off the field as I aid our players in their to attend training camp practic- the NRG Plaza outside The Hall personal growth,” Anderson said. es, this is a great opportunity to at Patriot Place presented by Anderson’s other duties include coordinating several learn more about what they are Raytheon. The induction cere- logistical aspects of mini-camp, training camp and team watching,” Murphy said. mony, which begins at 4:30 p.m., travel. is free and open Anderson moved to to the public. Foxborough in 2006 after growing up in the Midwest and said he enjoys the town’s sense of community. “Foxborough has great Patriots season families and tremendous ticket members Kevin Anderson (left) with former and Foxborough community spirit,” said Patriots’ and current Cincinnati residents can watch Anderson. “It is a special the Patriots practice place to live and home of Bengals’ offensive lineman Will inside Gillette one of the greatest sports Svitek at the 2014 NFL Rookie Stadium on franchises in the world.” Symposium in Aurora, Ohio. Friday, Aug. 1. 3 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

2014 NEw England Fitness Challenge Fitness Fueling Their Future Gillette Stadium and Metro SWAT Officers Association team up to host fitness challenge on Sept. 27-28 to benefit local nonprofits Building on the suc- dation and the Boston cess of last year’s 26- Firefighters’ Fund in honor hour workout marathon, of fallen heroes Ed Walsh which raised more than and Michael Kennedy. $135,000 for survivors The event will consist of the Boston Marathon of 12 obstacle challenges bombings, Gillette Stadi- during the 12-hour event. um and the Metropolitan The 12-station obstacles SWAT Officers Associa- have been created by Met- tion (MSOA) are teaming ro SWAT officers and will up again to host an over- include stadium stair runs, night fitness and endur- a Tresca Brothers cement ance challenge with a truck pull, a Manic Train- focus on raising funds for ing log carry, a stretch(er) local nonprofits. run up the stadium ramps “This year, we decided and more. to organize a fitness chal- “Basically we turn lenge that would be open the stadium into a giant to the public with the pro- amusement park with 12 ceeds being donated to endurance and fitness worthy causes throughout events in 12 hours,” said Metro SWAT staff visited Gillette Stadium in June to test a variety of obstacles for September’s New England,” said Chris Baker. New England Fitness Challenge, including pulling a SWAT bearcat (above) and participating in a Baker of the Franklin Po- stretcher carry ramp relay (below). lice Department. “The Foxborough resident generosity of the Kraft and COO of TeamOps, There will season finale vs. the family really makes this Mark Briggs, who helped also be a Buffalo Bills on Dec. event happen. For them to organize last year’s 26- grand prize 28. The game expe- do this really speaks to ev- hour workout marathon and is working closely with awarded to rience will include erything they do within the the top fund- parking passes, pre- community.” MSOA to plan this year’s challenge, said the best raising team. game field passes The 2014 New England part of the event is the The team and tickets to the Fitness Challenge will be team component. that raises game. held in and around Gillette the most Other prizes will Stadium beginning at 10 “It’s a team challenge,” money (with be awarded to the p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, said Briggs. “You look at and ending at 10 a.m. on the other fitness challeng- a minimum top performing Sunday, Sept. 28. es that are out there and of $5,000 team at each of the while teams may register per team participant) will travel with 12 course stations. Each team, consisting together, it’s always about the New England Patriots on the team Immediately following the New Eng- of 10-15 members, is re- the individual finish. In this quired to raise a minimum charter when they shuttle off to Buffalo land Fitness Challenge, participants and challenge, you aren’t finish- to play the Bills on Oct. 12. The package their families will be invited to attend a of $5,000 to participate ing without a team.” in the fitness challenge. will include roundtrip airfare, overnight post-event celebration at CBS Scene Monies raised by partici- Prizes will be awarded to accommodations at the team hotel and Restaurant and Bar at Patriot Place. pants will benefit four lo- the overall top performing tickets to the game. Team registration is now open and cal nonprofits, the Special team in the competition as The overall top performing team of all fitness levels are encouraged to Olympics, Jack Williams’ well as team prizes for the the timed New England Fitness Chal- participate. For more information about Wednesday’s Child, the fastest times at each of lenge obstacles will be awarded a VIP this year’s challenge or to register, visit New England Patri- the 12 obstacle stations. experience at the Patriots regular www.nefc2014.com. 4 ots Charitable Foun- Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

Gillette Stadium employee parking plan Proposed Plan Aims to Improve Rte. 1 Traffic It’s no secret that navi- continues to the stadium. Em- gating Route 1 traffic, es- ployees would take a shuttle pecially at the end of major bus from the parking lots to the stadium events, can be a Dana-Farber Field House to go slow and arduous task. to work during stadium events. As a result, The Kraft Group There will be no tailgating per- recently took a significant step mitted in these proposed lots. in its ongoing effort to improve “The idea is to get these the Route 1 traffic flow when employees out of the mix from the company presented plans Bass Pro Shops to our P1 en- to the planning board on July 10 trance along Route 1,” Krantz to build a private road off Pierce said. “That’s where all the con- Street (Route 140) to Patriot gestion occurs. Since these Place, connecting two private Rendering of the proposed employee parking and private access road. employees are not general parking lots for nearly 1,200 patrons, we can better con- the Route 1 traffic issue, it is hicle parking lot to be built at stadium event employees. trol where they park, how they part of an iterative process to 119 Washington St. on the will depart and where they will “We are actively seeking ways improve traffic and better the west side of Route 1 and a depart from. That’s part of our to improve event day traffic flow guest experience. 630-vehicle parking lot be built along the Route 1 corridor,” traffic management plan that “We hope that by taking toward the back of the former said Dan Krantz, Kraft Group we will be presenting to the several steps to improve traf- Motorcycles of Manchester vice president of construction planning board.” fic, our patrons will notice the site. Both lots would be used by and development. “The intent of This effort is not about gen- efforts and notice the traffic stadium employees only. this project is to remove nearly erating more parking spaces congestion is lessened over The private, gated road would 1,200 employees from the as the stadium currently does the next one to three years,” be paved and run roughly a half- Route 1 traffic mix.” not fill its parking lots to capac- Krantz said. mile from Pierce Street (Route ity. This plan is about improv- Krantz said while this project 140) to the back of Bass Pro The plan calls for one 550-ve- ing traffic flow on Route 1. is not the end all, be all to solve Shops, where an existing path Important Information for August Concerts at Gillette Stadium Gillette Stadium officials would like to remind Foxborough residents of the upcoming One Direction and Luke Bryan concerts scheduled for the beginning of August. Due to event traffic overlapping with evening commute traffic Young Road Family Wins Finish at on Thursday, Aug. 7, and Friday, Aug. 8, Gillette Stadium is asking residents to be aware of heavy traffic on Route 1 between 95 and 495 the 50’s Community Cheer Contest early evening on Thursday and Friday for One Direction’s “Where We Foxborough’s Ruth Jackson (pictured above with Are Tour.” her son, Michael), of 4 Young Rd., won the Harvard Additionally, residents are asked to be aware of stadium event traffic Pilgrim Finish at the 50’s inaugural “Show Us Your on Route 1 between 95 and 495 for One Direction’s third show on Patriotism” community cheer contest. The Jacksons Saturday, Aug. 9, and Luke Bryan’s “That’s My Kind of Night Tour” on won a grill from Bass Pro Shops (valued at $200) and Sunday, Aug. 10. The three One Direction shows begin at 7 p.m. and a $100 gift card to Trader Joe’s for their outstanding Sunday’s Luke Bryan show begins at 6 p.m. cheering during the 10K road race and Fourth of July decorations. 5 Upcoming Events at

LUKE BRYAN July ON THE RUN TOUR: JAY Z AND BEYONCÉ Aug “THAT’S MY KIND OF NIGHT TOUR” Date: Tuesday, July 1, 8 p.m. . Date: Sunday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m. Details: JAY Z and Beyoncé bring their Details: Luke Bryan brings his “That’s My Kind of Night 1 “ON THE RUN TOUR” to Gillette Stadium. 10 Tour” to Gillette Stadium with special guests Dierks Bentley, Lee Brice and Cole Swindell. July HARVARD PILGRIM FINISH AT THE 50 PRESEASON: EAGLES VS. PATRIOTS Date: Thursday, July 3 Aug. Date: Friday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m. Details: Community celebration to feature fireworks, free family 3 activities, live music and road races. More information Details: Patriots take on the Philadelphia can be found online at www.FinishAtThe50.com 15 Eagles in a preseason game at Gillette Stadium. SHAUN T LIVE WORKOUT Aug. PORTLAND TIMBERS VS. REVOLUTION July Date: Saturday, July 12, 1:30 p.m. Details: Shaun T, the creator of the best-selling fitness Date: Saturday, Aug. 16, 7:30 p.m. program, INSANITY, will make a special appearance at 16 Details: MLS regular season match 12 Gillette Stadium when he leads a live workout on the field before the Revolution host the PRESEASON: PANTHERS VS. PATRIOTS Chicago Fire. Aug. Date: Friday, Aug. 22, 7:30 p.m. 2014 PATRIOTS TRAINING CAMP Details: Patriots take on the Carolina July Date: Friday, July 24, 9:15 a.m. 22 Panthers in a preseason game at Gillette Stadium. Details: New England Patriots open 2014 24 training camp on the practice fields Aug CHIVAS USA VS. REVOLUTION behind Gillette Stadium. Visit . Patriots.com for practice schedule. Date: Saturday, Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m. Details: MLS regular season match July COLUMBUS CREW VS. REVOLUTION 23 Date: Saturday, July 26, 7:30 p.m. Aug. BOSTON COLLEGE VS. UMASS 26 Details: MLS regular season match Date: Saturday, Aug. 30, 3 p.m. Details: UMass football takes on July COLORADO RAPIDS VS. REVOLUTION 30 Boston College at Gillette Stadium. Date: Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 p.m. Sept 30 Details: MLS regular season match . SPORTING KC VS. REVOLUTION Date: Wednesday, Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. TY LAW HALL OF FAME 3 Details: MLS regular season match Aug INDUCTION CEREMONY . COLORADO VS. UMASS Date: Friday, Aug. 1, 4:30 p.m. Sept. Details: Ty Law’s induction ceremony into the Patriots Date: Saturday, Sept. 6, 3 p.m. 1 Hall of Fame will be held on the NRG Plaza outside Details: UMass football takes on The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon. 6 Colorado at Gillette Stadium. The ceremony is free and open to the public. Sept PATRIOTS IN-STADIUM PRACTICE . CHICAGO FIRE VS. REVOLUTION Aug Date: Friday, Aug. 1, 7 p.m. Date: Sunday, Sept. 7, 7:30 p.m. . 7 Details: MLS regular season match Details: Following Ty Law’s Hall of Fame induction 1 ceremony, Patriots season ticket members Sept MONTREAL IMPACT VS. REVOLUTION and Foxborough residents can watch the . team practice from inside Gillette Stadium. Date: Saturday, Sept. 7, 7:30 p.m. ROC RACE 13 Details: MLS regular season match Aug. Date: Saturday, Aug. 2, TBD Sept REGULAR SEASON: RAIDERS VS. PATRIOTS Details: ROC Race is the original game show- . Date: Sunday, Sept. 21, 1 p.m. inspired obstacle run featuring 12 larger Details: The New England Patriots host the Oakland Raiders in 2 Week 3 of the 2014 NFL regular season. Sunday’s than life obstacles. For more information, 21 game will be the Patriots’ 2014 home opener at visit www.rocrace.com/boston Gillette Stadium.

ONE DIRECTION: WHERE WE ARE TOUR 2014 NEW ENGLAND FITNESS CHALLENGE Aug Sept . Date: Thursday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 8, 7 p.m.; . Date: Sept. 27, 2014, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, 7 p.m. Details: The 12-hour challenge will vary from endurance Details: Global superstars One Direction bring their style, sprint, and team oriented events. All fitness 7 9 “WHERE WE ARE TOUR 2014” to Gillette Stadium 27 levels welcome. Start training today! For more for three nights. 6 - information, visit www.nefc2014.com. Upcoming Events at Upcoming Events at

July BOUNCE HOUSES AT PATRIOT PLACE Date: Wednesday, July 2 and Fridays (July 11 through Aug. 29), 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Details: Bounce around all afternoon in one of Patriot Place’s bounce houses located outside 2 of Red Robin.

OUTDOOR ZUMBA AT PATRIOT PLACE July Date: Every other Tuesday (Now through Aug. 19), 6 p.m. Details: Take part in a high energy free Zumba class held every other Tuesday at 6 p.m. 8 (weather permitting). Located on the NRG Plaza outside of The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon. PATRIOT PLACE SUMMER FLICKS OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES July Date: Wednesdays (Now through Aug. 27) and Friday, Sept. 5, 6 p.m. Details: Patriot Place’s Summer Flicks Outdoor Movie Series is the perfect family outing. 9 Located on the NRG Plaza outside The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon, families can enjoy lawn games and a live DJ leading up to the featured film, which begins at sunset. Please bring your own blankets and chairs to the free event. Schedule can be viewed at www.patriot-place.com/summerflicks2014. MASS CRUISERS AUTO SHOW July Date: Every other Thursday (now through Oct. 2) 4 to 8:30 p.m. Details: Located right outside of Bass Pro Shops and Patriot Place, the 2014 Mass Cruisers Auto Show offers exciting cruise nights every other Thursday now through Oct. 2. 10 The free event features classic, custom, antique, muscle cars and hot rods. For more information, including scheduling changes, visit www.patriot-place.com/masscruisers

BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S/MASS GENERAL Sept HEALTH CARE CENTER BLOOD DRIVE Date: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: Brigham and Women’s / Mass General Health Care Center at Patriot Place will be 17 holding a blood drive on Sept. 17. To schedule your donation, please call (508) 718-4311 or email [email protected]. 11 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6

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PLAY 60 and PLAY 60+ INTERGENERATIONAL SCHOOL VISIT ‘A Great Day for Foxborough’ Robert Kraft and the forward to invest in our future and New England Patriots our community is really wonder- Charitable Foundation ful.” surprise Igo Elementary The second gift came from School with $60K grant Kraft shortly after the Foxborough High School Choir performed the for playground; FHS popular song “I’m Yours” by Jason Choir with donation for Mraz. new audio equipment “I couldn’t sleep the night before so I was looking at tweets The NFL’s first PLAY 60 and and one of the members of PLAY 60+ intergenerational event the Foxborough High School was full of surprises for dozens Choir said, ‘If we brown-nose up of Foxborough to Mr. Kraft maybe we senior citizens can get and elementary some of school students the good as New Eng- audio land Patriots equipment Chairman and we want.’ CEO Robert This choir Kraft and the was so good New England that we are Patriots going to get Charitable Foundation them that spent time giving back to their Mr. Kraft, the Kraft family and audio equipment.” hometown community at Igo El- The gift brought the assembly the New England Patriots Chari- ementary School on Wednesday, to their feet with wild applause and table Foundation is tremendous. The tweet came from FHS May 28. left some Foxborough officials in We had expectations about today student Ben Howell the day before attendance speechless. and Mr. Kraft blew them all away.” the assembly. Howell took to Twit- Patriots players Rob ter shortly after Kraft’s spontane- Gronkowski, Julian Edelman, “There isn’t a lot that surprises Foxborough Superintendent of ous donation to share the good Danny Amendola, Shane Vereen, me, but this surprised me,” said Schools Debra Spinelli said she news. Michael Hoomanawanui, Joe Vel- Foxborough Town Manager Bill was so overwhelmed with emotion lano, Duron Harmon and Ryan Al- Keegan. “It was really overwhelm- that she almost fell off her chair. “Thank you to Robert Kraft for len joined Kraft and Patriots and ing and just a great day for our “Tears came to my eyes when acknowledging my tweet! So awe- Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre schools and our community.” Mr. Kraft announced he was some,” Howell tweeted. Tippett for the unique event Igo Elementary School Principal doubling the grant because I was Spinelli called Kraft’s second inside the school’s gymnasium Michael Stanton admitted he was so happy,” Spinelli said. “We were surprise “icing on the cake” for the highlighted by two surprise gifts “blown away” by Kraft’s announce- so excited with the prospect of town’s students. to Foxborough Public Schools ment.. $30,000 to help out with the during a school-wide assembly to playground build because that’s a “It was a great morning for the promote the importance of stay- “The school has been talking for lot of money to a school system. Foxborough schools,” said Spinelli. ing active. almost nine years about building I am so happy for the Igo School “This is just another example of this playground,” Stanton said. “To because the parents have worked how Mr. Kraft and the Kraft Kraft surprised the school with be surprised with the $60,000 organization come to the table a $60,000 grant for a PLAY 60 so hard on their own to raise grant is incredible. money for this project. To have a for the benefit of families in the playground - doubling the amount community.” the school was expecting. The kindness and generosity of community partner like the Kraft organization and Mr. Kraft step 8 See PLAY 60, Page 11 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

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Top left: Patriots defensive tackles Sealver Siliga (96) and Chris Jones (94) hand out stickers and bracelets on South Street near the Common. Top Clean Up Foxboro Day right: Patriots Junior Cheerleaders ride in On Saturday, May 17, a the PLAY 60 bus. Left: group of Gillette Stadium Foxborough senior and Patriot Place employ- citizens with Jones and ees rolled up their sleeves Siliga in front of the PLAY 60 bus outside and joined more than 300 the senior center. volunteers for the second annual Clean Up Foxbor- ough Day. The group collected and hauled trash from the Foxboro Founders Day Parade Skatepark, Igo Elementary School and Foxborough High On Saturday, June 7, the New England Pa- School grounds, the Booth Fields, and other areas along triots celebrated Foxborough’s sports and South Street. athletics by participating in the Founders Following the four-hour clean up, representatives from Day parade. Patriots players Chris Jones the Kraft organization announced that Foxborough High and Sealver Siliga marched along the pa- School student Jon Loewen (pictured above) was the rade route with Patriots Junior Cheerlead- winner of the Clean Up Day raffle. Jon won two tickets to a ers, Patriots staff and senior citizens who 2014 New England Patriots game, VIP parking, two pre- participated in the May 28 PLAY 60 and game passes inside the Dana-Farber Field House and two PLAY 60+ event at Igo Elementary School. pre-game sideline passes to watch the Patriots warm up New England Patriots defensive Others rode in the Patriots’ PLAY 60 bus tackle Chris Jones hands out stickers and while the group on the ground handed out before the game. Congratulations to Jon and a big thank bracelets along the Founders Day parade you to event organizers A.J. Dooley, Dooley Disposals and route with Patriots Junior Cheerleaders Patriots bracelets, necklaces and stickers Jack Authelet for hosting a great day! and Foxborough senior citizens. to the crowd.

Foxborough Seniors Celebrate Completion of Aging Mastery Program at Patriot Place Celebrating the completion of 15 questions about Patriot Place. Each senior also received a gift the Aging Mastery program, 35 Groups received bonus points for bag from Patriot Place containing Foxborough senior citizens visited taking a photo in front of Gillette a Finish at the 50 t-shirt and medal, Patriot Place for a scavenger hunt Stadium. admission to The Hall at Patriot and shopping followed by a lun- During the luncheon, seniors Place and 5W!ts, Patriot Place sun- cheon at CBS Scene on Thursday, received raffle tickets for a chance glasses and a Bass Pro Shops hat. July 10. to win an Alex & Ani bangle and Aging Mastery is a 16-week Foxborough seniors celebrate the The group formed several teams gift cards to Patriot Place and CBS program designed to encourage completion of the 16-week Aging Mastery program with a trip to Patriot Place and set off to find the answers to Scene. older adults to improve their health. on Thursday, July 10. 9 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

Football for you clinic Patriots Alumni Host Football Clinic for Special Needs Children in Foxborough More than 150 individuals football drills, Brock McCarthy said. “I’m having a blast.” took part in a free Football taught by said the Hockomock Area YMCA Presi- for YOU clinic inside the Patriots clinic aimed dent Ed Hurley said Brock’s Foot- alumni, with to teach par- ball for YOU clinic in Foxborough is Dana-Farber Field House their typically ticipants that on June 26 a perfect example of what the Y’s developing through hard Integration Initiative is all about. Smiles could be seen every- peers. work they can achieve and “They are all together and all where inside the Dana-Farber Field “It’s won- having a great time,” Hurley said House Thursday, June 26, as Pete derful to see overcome anything. of the individuals with special Brock and other New England our friends needs and their typically develop- Patriots alumni brought their free from the Mike Mc- ing peers. “I think this is one of the Football for YOU clinic to Foxbor- Hockomock Carthy, 27, of great things of the relationship ough for more than 150 young Area YMCA Foxborough’s Mike McCarthy runs out Foxborough, with the Patriots organization athletes. participating of the Patriots’ inflatable helmet during participates in the June 26 clinic. and the Kraft family. They’ve The program provided individu- with their typi- the Hocko- always been very welcoming and als with special needs from the cally develop- mock Area supportive of our YMCA. Hosting Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integra- ing peers and everyone having so YMCA’s Integration Initiative and an event like this is very special tion Initiative a unique opportunity much fun going through the drills,” enjoyed learning the drills. and it’s amazing to see these kids to participate in seven non-contact Brock said. “I love football and the Patriots,” participating today.”

Sam Berns Community field dedication Honoring Someone Very Special Every day is a good day to remember Sam Berns, but Thursday, June 12, was all the more special. Anna Civitarese Wins VIP Classmates, school and town leaders, family and Experience to Revs Match friends came together at Foxborough High School to Congratulations to Foxborough honor Berns’ legacy by naming the town’s first turf resident Anna Civitarese (pictured field, the Sam Berns Community Field. far left above) for winning our Q2 Sam’s mother, Dr. Leslie Gordon (center), and father, Dr. Scott Berns “Sam was cherished throughout his life in Foxbor- Patriot Place Playbook resident ough,” Foxborough Schools Superintendent Deb Spi- (behind Gordon), Patriots owner Robert Kraft (left) and Sam’s classmates celebrate the dedication of the Sam Berns Community Field. offer! nelli said. “He is most certainly cherished today and Civitarese and five friends fondly of their time with “He was very special this dedication will ensure he is cherished forever.” enjoyed a VIP experience to the Sam and the impact he and I loved him very A group of Berns’ Foxborough High School class- July 12 New England Revolution had on the community much. With tonight’s mates put forth a proposal of naming the turf field match vs. the Chicago Fire at Gil- and beyond. field dedication, Sam’s after Sam and presented the proposal to the school lette Stadium. The group received “No one could meet name and legacy will committee. The result of the group’s hard work was VIP parking, a pregame field visit Sam Berns and not remain a fixture in our unanimous approval by the school committee and and Putnam Club tickets. be inspired by him,” community. I commend tremendous appreciation felt by Sam’s parents, Dr. “We had a blast being on the said Patriots CEO and all of you for keeping his Leslie Gordon and Dr. Scott Berns. field while players warmed up,” Chairman Robert Kraft. memory alive.” 10 Speakers at the June 12 ceremony spoke Civitarese said. Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

Patriot Place News CVS/pharmacy Now Open CVS/pharmacy celebrated the grand opening of its new store adja- cent to Patriot Place, located at 72 Washington St., on Sunday, June 29. Foxborough Town Manager Bill Keegan cut the ribbon and Patriot Place General Manager Brian Earley and New England Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater presented CVS officials with a customized Patriots jersey to commemorate the Mother & Son Dodgeball official opening of the store. Mothers and sons braved the rain on The new store features Friday, May 16, to dodge, dip, dive and duck double-lane drive thru phar- dodgeballs during Foxboro Recreation’s macy window service, ex- fourth annual Mother & Son Dodgeball Tournament on the Gillette panded convenience and food Stadium field. The event was hosted by the Kraft family and brought offerings, a digital photo cafe, 450 moms and sons out to compete in a friendly dodgeball tourna- full pharmacy service, com- prehensive health and beauty ment. Personalized messages from mothers to their sons were Patriot Place General Manager Brian departments and general displayed on the video boards throughout the event; adding to the Earley, Patriots special teams captain merchandize. excitement and playful banter of the evening. Matthew Slater and Town Manager Bill The store is open 7 a.m. to “The event was a huge success filled with fun, music and food,” said Keegan (center) present CVS officials with 10 p.m., seven days a week. Foxboro Recreation Director Debbie Giardino. “Thank you to Mr. Kraft and a customized Patriots jersey. the Kraft family for creating these wonderful memories for our boys.” KIDS Corner PLAY 60: Unique event encourages Coloring senior citizens, students to be active From PAGE 8 The NFL’s first PLAY 60 and PLAY 60+ event integrated Foxborough seniors participating in the Council on Aging’s “Aging Mastery” program with elementary school students to stress the importance of making healthy choices over a lifetime. This “thank you” message was displayed “When you watch the seniors on the Igo Elementary School sign and kids together you can see following the May 28 PLAY 60 event. how the seniors pick up on the lifting and jump rope. energy of the kids and they are just having fun,” said Vicki Lowe, “This has been a wonderful executive director of Foxbor- event,” said 87-year-old Foxbor- ough’s Council On Aging. “It’s ough resident Louise Corcoran. an amazing day and the seniors “We have been smiling since we are having a great day.” got on the bus.” Following the assembly, 35 Gronkowski agreed. seniors and 35 Igo students “We had a blast,” he said. “We participated in an ultimate gym couldn’t ask for a better morn- class exercise program led by ing to wake up to and help these the players. The exercises in- kids. It’s great to give back to our cluded relay races, light weight hometown community.” 11 Partners in Patriotism

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