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THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT AND TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. We hope you’ll join us next year for our 60th anniversary!<\/span><\/p>\n

SPARKS! 2025 \u2013 MPDC\u2019s Annual Creative Black Tie Gala<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Thursday, November 20, 2025
6:30 PM \u2013 10:00 PM
Hibernian Hall Ballroom, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA

Join us for SPARKS! 2025 – Madison Park Development Corporation\u2019s annual creative black tie fundraising gala. Join us for a futuristic fete filled with food, dancing, live performances, and community awards, all in celebration of MPDC\u2019s impact and work in Roxbury.<\/h2>\n


Dress to impress with your most creative black tie look and support MPDC\u2019s mission to build a stronger, more vibrant community.<\/h2>\n


For more info on the event or sponsorships<\/a>, contact
\nMeghan Higgins, Resource Development Director
mhiggins@madison-park.org<\/a> | 617.849.6254<\/h2>\n

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