Enjoy spooky fun for all ages Thursday, October 30th! Join us for Ghoulish Golf, a Halloween-themed mini golf event hosted by Aquaboggan. All ticket sales go to supporting Sweetser’s mental health services, so your spooky fun goes to a great cause. Enjoy fried dough, warm apple cider, popcorn, and more. Bring your family, friends, and co-workers – and don’t forget to dress up for $2 off!
Every laugh helps bring hope and healing to those in need. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of comedy and community!
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MEET THE COMEDIANS
Will Noonan
Will was named “Boston’s Best Comedian” by The Improper Bostonian magazine, is sometimes known as “The Honda Guy” for his job as spokesman in Honda commercials on TV and radio all over New England, and as well as for his fan-favorite role in the Netflix movie The Sleepover. He is well known for his internet presence.
Rob Steen
Rob has been doing comedy for 25 years. He began as a street performer at the age of 12 in Boston MA. Using his juggling and improv skills he decided to try Stand-Up! Since then he has kept a full calendar of over 350 shows per year! Rob has also been featured on several TV shows including The Late Show with Dave Letterman where he was a frequent guest. Rob is very high energy and will bring the whole audience together as a group with his unique style of crowd participation. His act is a mix of situations & observations that he has been in for the past 21 years of being an entertainer. Rob has been compared to Robin Williams due to his fast paced delivery & quick wit. Rob is great at working the crowd and making every show different. It is no wonder he is one of the most requested comedians in the Northeast. Rob will keep you on your toes and laughing non-stop.
Amy Tee
Armed with boyish charm and razor-sharp wit, Amy Tee has a talent for turning life’s messiest moments into comedic gold. Whether she’s riffing on bipolar disorder, recovery, or everyday absurdities, her humor is honest, disarming, and deeply human. She’s been featured by NAMI and other mental health organizations, using her act as both entertainment and advocacy. Specializing in breaking down stigmas around mental health, Amy doesn’t just perform—she connects, challenges, and heals through laughter.
Gabriel Perez
Gabriel Perez was raised in Chicago and moved to Maine at 24 after backpacking around the world. He would’ve been a dancer if his Broadway parents pushed him harder, but, without structure, arrived at comedy. He’s performed for three years, hosted for Bob Marley, and runs Final Bistro Productions and Flip Flops Comedy Club in Old Orchard Beach.
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW: https://sweetser.ejoinme.org/2025SmilesforSweetser
Enjoy a fun night of Bingo, draft brews, and delicious bites for a great cause!
On October 15th, Definitive Brewing is teaming up with Sweetser to host a fun-filled Bingo Night for mental health. During the evening, 20% of all draft sales will go to supporting Sweetser’s vital mental health services. Stop by Sweetser’s resource table for swag giveaways and information about how you can support mental wellness in your community.
Become a champion for children at Sweetser’s 33rd Annual Auction & Gala, to fuel hope for Maine’s most at-risk youth and provide lifesaving mental health treatment for Maine families.
Join our hosts, TV’s Lee Goldberg and Radio’s Lori Voornas, on Thursday, September 18th at 5:30 PM at Brick South on Thompson’s Point for a festive evening benefiting Sweetser’s mission.
Bid on over 300 silent and live auction items and raffles, including trips to Mexico, Ireland, and Alaska.
Enjoy live music by Plush and special guest American Idol’s Julia Gagnon, hors d’oeuvres by Blue Elephant Catering, desserts by the European Bakery, a wine wall, and a fun photo booth.
WHAT: Sweetser’s 33rd Annual Auction & Gala
WHEN: Thursday September 18th, Silent Auction Begins 5:30PM
WHERE: Brick South on Thompson’s Point in Portland
WHO: You!
Your generosity will help fuel lifesaving mental health treatment for Maine families regardless of their ability to pay.
Think you can get a Hole in One for Hope?! ⛳
On Sunday, September 14th, from 11AM – 7PM, all proceeds from mini golf and ice cream sales at Golfer’s Crossing Mini Golf in Rockport will go directly to supporting mental health initiatives in the area. Grab a putter, bring along some friends & family, enjoy some delicious treats, and help make a big difference on the green. 🍦
HOME RUN! This year’s 2nd annual Battle for the Brook Softball Tournament raised nearly $9,000 for our mental health mission.
Hosted at Rotary Park in Biddeford, the tournament featured four fundraising teams:
Thanks to our local partners, we helped raise critical funds to support mental health and recovery services in Maine.
Congratulations to Team Nikel Precision who were the tournament champions, and to Pond Cove Millwork for being the top fundraising team. Our friends at Barreled Souls Brewing Company held an after-party for the teams, and the proceeds also went to our total.
Join us September 1st & 2nd for our Serving Hope fundraiser at Pizza By Alex in Biddeford. For every pizza sold from 11:00am-9:00pm, $1 goes to supporting youth mental health in our communities. Purchase your Labor Day pizza from Pizza By Alex to support our critical mission.
The United States has received a lower happiness ranking than in previous years. According to this year’s World Happiness Report, the United States ranked 24th out of 147 countries, one spot lower than last year’s score. Sweetser’s Chief Communications Officer, Justin Chenette, was interviewed on WMTW Channel 8’s Mental Health Moment segment to discuss details of the report and some ways to boost your mood.