Join us for Rooted in Community

Friday, October 2, 2026

WE’RE HEADED TO COLLEGE THIS FALL!**

Savor hors d'oeuvres and small plates prepared by Root alumni, paired with a selection of festive beverages. Enjoy kitchen tours and interactive cooking demonstrations with alumni chefs, live music with Jacyn Tremblay, and more.

Join us as we celebrate Linda Saris, founder of LEAP for Education, as this year's recipient of the Root Community Leadership Award, presented by NSCC President Bill Heineman, and the launch of the inaugural Root Alumni Leadership Award, presented by Manny Mervil, owner & founder of Everybody Gotta Eat.

Hear from trainees and graduates about the impact of our programs, bid on exciting live auction items, and raise your paddle to support the expansion of Root's mission across Essex County.

Friday, October 2nd, 6:00-9:00 PM

North Shore Community College, 1 Ferncroft Rd, Danvers, MA

**Extra credit for your best academic chic attire!