Kick off summer with the 42nd annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
The Scooper Bowl first started as a much smaller event on Boston Common and over the years has grown and raised more than $7.5 million to benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's cancer care and research.
Adult tickets are $20; children (ages 5-12), $15. Scoop at Night tickets cost $35. For information and to order tickets in advance, visit
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