SYFS is alerting residents in need of help through the holidays this year that it’s time to apply. Read the full article → from Apply ASAP for support through SYFS’ Holiday Giving program
Announcements
SCAC: Cultural arts grant applications due by Dec 14 (Updated for extended deadline)
Southborough Cultural Arts Council is looking to fund more proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs. Read the full article → from SCAC: Cultural arts grant applications due by Dec 14 (Updated for extended deadline)
Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program
For decades, Southborough Gardeners have decorated the Town for the holidays. They’re asking the community to pitch in to make it possible again this year. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program
Helping middle & high school students be “Organized and On Time” – weekly workshop series
SYFS’ new free workshop series offers to help Southborough students be “Organized and On Time”. Read the full article → from Helping middle & high school students be “Organized and On Time” – weekly workshop series
Southborough’s Red Barns are now NY Bagel Factories serving RB Coffee
After 23 years, there are no longer any Red Barn Coffee shops in Southborough. Many customers and residents might consider the change good news. Read the full article → from Southborough’s Red Barns are now NY Bagel Factories serving RB Coffee
Cub Scouts are selling wreaths and candles – but they won’t be knocking at doors
Cub Scouts won’t be going door to door this fall, but they’ll still be selling wreaths and hand dipped Hanukkah candles for the holidays Read the full article → from Cub Scouts are selling wreaths and candles – but they won’t be knocking at doors
Are you missing this cat?
Is this friendly kitty a friend of yours? Read the full article → from Are you missing this cat?
Main Street Update: Disruptions this week and next (for mostly final stretch)
Expect some big disruptions, including during rush hours, for the Main Street Reconstruction project again this week and next week. The good news is they’ll signal the final stages to the roadwork components of the project (paving and painting). Read the full article → from Main Street Update: Disruptions this week and next (for mostly final stretch)
Art teacher Denise Johnson recognized for her service to the community through the Library
The Southborough Library announced this year’s recipient of the 6th Annual Peggy Tuttle Award for Library Service Distinction. Read the full article → from Art teacher Denise Johnson recognized for her service to the community through the Library
Spring Softball: Register for Early Bird rate
Northborough-Southborough Softball Association is promoting that registration is open for the spring season. Read the full article → from Spring Softball: Register for Early Bird rate
Senior Shred Day postponed to Nov 14
If you are a Southborough senior with papers to shred, the Southborough Senior Center is offering a free opportunity this fall. Read the full article → from Senior Shred Day postponed to Nov 14
New rounds of grants for small business with ≤5 employees: Apply quickly
The grant application window for a new round closes this Friday. The final round opens the following week, but only while funds last. Read the full article → from New rounds of grants for small business with ≤5 employees: Apply quickly
Covid-19 Community Impact Survey
The Southborough Dept of Health asked me to share a survey being conducted by MassDPH. The survey seeks to learn “How has the COVID-19 crisis impacted your life?” Read the full article → from Covid-19 Community Impact Survey
One “Summer Readers” will win a special Bruins package – enter drawing for tickets and high fives
One young participant in this past summer’s Southborough Library Summer Reading Program will win a special prize from the Boston Bruins. The big prize is two tickets to a home game along with high fives from players leaving the locker room. Read the full article → from One “Summer Readers” will win a special Bruins package – enter drawing for tickets and high fives