LYNNFIELD — MarketStreet, the popular outdoor shopping property located in the heart of Lynnfield, paid homage to iconic North Shore spots in Putt ‘N Play, a pop-up mini golf experience with all proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield. The nine hole mini golf course took place from August 12 to September 2 and raised $9,226. Custom designed holes included a miniature version of the famous orange dinosaur in Saugus, iconic route 1 signage, Revere Beach sandcastle replicas and so much more. The nostalgic and captivating course offered guests an enjoyable summer activity for the whole family to enjoy while supporting a great cause.
“Putt ‘N Play was such a standout activity this summer at MarketStreet! We saw families, friends and area co-workers alike join in on all the fun. We’re overjoyed about the funds raised as we know they’ll have a direct impact on the Boys & Girls Club of Stoneham and Wakefield and the children they serve,” said Charlotte Woods, General Manager of MarketStreet.
Anthony Guardia, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield’s Chief Development Officer spoke highly of MarketStreet and their community efforts. “This is just another example of the amazing generosity of our friends at MarketStreet and WS Development. This $10,000 will help underserved children in our service area start the school year off right.”
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield, an organization providing childcare and programming for local youth, understands the importance of providing youth and families with enriching activities and opportunities in local spaces. Guardia said, “In addition, this event brought together so many families for fun filled days throughout the summer. Memories like the ones had here cannot be replicated. Family memories, helping young people and bolstering the local economy is what MarketStreet and WS Development is obviously all about. We are lucky to have them as friends.”
MarketStreet in Lynnfield and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield look forward to working together on more projects in the future and hope community members enjoyed this summers Put ‘N Play mini golf.