Dancing with the Dedham Stars Contestants to Hold Fundraisers This Weekend

As this year's "Dancing with the Dedham Stars" event approaches, contestants are gearing up with a handful of fundraisers to help support their causes and efforts.

Three dancers in particular are poised to host fundraiser this weekend. 

Dancer Cheryl Kerr is holding a fundraising event Friday night in Dedham, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Beer, wine and appetizers will be served. All funds raised go directly to Dedham Education Partnership.

Star Judy Byrne is also holding a fundraising event at the Italian American Club at 6:30 p.m. Friday.

Alexandra Shumway, who also this week released the second video in a four-part series she is producing as part of her fundraising efforts, is holding her fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 5-8 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to offer a $20 suggested donation; all proceeds benefit the Dedham Educational Foundation.

If you're taking part in the event this year and are having a fundraiser you'd like to have included in this list, post the details in the comments section below!
Here are this year's contestants:

• Judy Bryne, Riverdale School Nurse
• Cheryl Kerr, Pastor at Allin Church
• Jim Forrest, DHS Assistant Principal
• Tom Ryan, Attorney Suffolk Registry of Deeds
• Alex Shumway, Magazine Advertising Saleswoman
• Shawn Greenwood, Electrician