Organizers of the annual outdoor exhibit announced this year’s Best-in-Show and poets whose inspired works were selected. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Update
Art on the Trails Update
News on Best-in-Show and art-inspired poetry
Announcements
Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
The Town is seeking someone to volunteer several hours per month to help improve tech
The Municipal Technology Committee asked me to share their call for a User Experience Research volunteer to help the Town. Read the full article → from Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
Sign up for Algonquin Pre-K
Registration is open this fall, but it will follow a different schedule
The Director of the Pre-K learning lab program at Algonquin asked me to alert readers to schedule changes this year, and that registration is open. Read the full article → from Sign up for Algonquin Pre-K
Volunteer for Youth Commission
The Commission supporting Southborough Youth & Family Services is seeking to fill a vacancy
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to put out a call for a volunteer to serve on their oversight board, the Southborough Youth Commission. Read the full article → from Volunteer for Youth Commission
Weigh in on roads and sidewalks to be fixed
Capital Planning invites residents to provide input before decisions are made on what roads to prioritize for an upcoming contract
The public is invited to weigh in on Southborough roads and sidewalks being considered for an upcoming road maintenance contract. Read the full article → from Weigh in on roads and sidewalks to be fixed
SHS to buy Fayville Hall with funds from Declaration of Independence sale
Southborough Historical Museum would be relocated from Flagg School to a restored village hall
Southborough Historical Society’s decision to buy Fayville Hall highlights the uncertain future of its current home and resulted in the sale of a valuable document in its collection. Plus it puts a spotlight on some the Town’s agreements with the owner and with SHS. Read the full article → from SHS to buy Fayville Hall with funds from Declaration of Independence sale
CPA applications due August 26
The window to apply for Community Preservation Act funding in 2023 closes next month
If there’s a project you’re hoping voters will approve using CPA funds to support next year, the deadline to get the ball rolling is a month from today. Read the full article → from CPA applications due August 26
Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)
The Town is creating a committee to research a Community Center at Woodward or elsewhere. Over 15 other committees also have vacancies.
The Select Board formed a Community Center Exploratory Committee. Now they are looking for volunteers to serve on it. I’m also sharing info on other committee vacancies. Read the full article → from Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)
Meals seek wheels
Volunteer drivers needed (regular commitment or as a backup)
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteers to make deliveries. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels
YA Summer fun in Safe Spaces
Upcoming programs for for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in grades 6-12
A support group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies is holding special events this summer. Read the full article → from YA Summer fun in Safe Spaces
Call for art-inspired Poetry
Submit poems about (or inspired by) installations in this summer's Art on the Trails exhibit by August 4th
Earlier this month, 15 artworks were installed for Southborough’s 6th annual Art on the Trails. Now organizers are encouraging visitors to find inspiration for poetry. Read the full article → from Call for art-inspired Poetry
Teens can sign up to do odd jobs for seniors
Rec is looking to connect Southborough seniors with young adults willing to be paid (or volunteer) to assist with home and yard projects
Southborough Rec and the Senior Center are partnering to help seniors find teens willing to do work for them – whether that’s for money or to satisfy volunteer hours. Read the full article → from Teens can sign up to do odd jobs for seniors
Alert SPD about “Person at Risk” due to special conditions (like Autism or memory issues) (Updated)
Yesterday, the SPD announced a new program allowing the community to share relevant information about loved ones who they worry about as at risk due to certain conditions. Read the full article → from Alert SPD about “Person at Risk” due to special conditions (like Autism or memory issues) (Updated)
Job listings: Full time job at Harvard Book Depository
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings: Full time job at Harvard Book Depository