The Open Space Preservation Commission is kicking off the next stage of its annual Winter Sow Program. The timing of the first seed pickup event and sowing workshop seems fitting for nature lovers. Read the full article → from Winter Sow Seed Pickup & Sowing Workshop – Feb 14
This week, NECC issued a 50th Anniversary Edition of their magazine “Insight”. It included more details chronicling the 50 years of work and progress. It also spotlights the “nearly 100” employees who have worked at the center for more than 20 years and why they stay.
Plus, a video narrated by Jon Stewart (host of the Daily Show) touts why NECC is “One Powerful Place”. Read the full article → from Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work
Leaders from Southborough Boy Scouts Troop 1 share how, thanks to those who supported the annual fundraiser, discarded Christmas trees were converted to “food, and a vehicle for funding youth programs, and a memorable day of service.” Read the full article → from What Do a Christmas Tree, a Scout, a Goat, and an Alpaca Have in Common?
The community is asked to sign up for time slots with the travelling blood donation center that serves Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Read the full article → from Donate at the Bloodmobile — Jan 8
I’m sharing a feelgood story from a group of Southborough community members who call themselves the “Dunkin’ Roundtable”. Read the full article → from “Dunkin’ Roundtable” establishes scholarship to honor Southborough manager’s son
Members of Southborough Police and Fire departments have been embracing and spreading the spirit of Christmas this month. Read the full article → from Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
One of the Pine Hill Meadow Garden’s founders asked me to give readers an update on volunteers’ efforts in their sixth season.. Read the full article → from Pine Hill Meadow Garden Continues Setting Records for Food Harvested for Food Pantries
The school is selling Christmas, Hannukah, and winter themed gift bags with profits going directly to the students who made them. Read the full article → from Order NECC student-made gift bags for the holidays (or anytime)
In honor of tomorrow being “Giving Tuesday”, I’m running my annual roundup of holiday collection drives in town. And I’m stressing that the Winter Wishes program still needs donations ASAP to make this year’s goal! Read the full article → from Holiday giving drives in Southborough
The recent Scouting for Food drive was a success. I’m sharing BSA’s announcement with their thank you for the community’s generosity to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Thank you to community for supporting Scouting for Food
Organizers were hoping to have donations in by today. But a this point, they’re only about halfway to this year’s goal. So they are asking those who planned to make donations to get them in by next Friday. Read the full article → from Winter Wishes only at 50% of goal!
This year, the Gardeners are again selling three styles of wreaths to deck your doors, plus the option of ribbons on the side.. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners’ Wreaths Fundraiser
I’m reminding readers about the annual Winter Wishes program. The community is asked to donate funds that will be converted to gift cards for families in need this winter holiday season.
With Black Friday sales approaching — donating now is the best way to help recipients get cards in need in time to make the most of them! Read the full article → from Donate Now to Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes
Next week, the agency is offering a session to promote “Mindfulness”. And the following week, a “Shelf Help” will explore “themes of gratitude, kindness, and human connection”. Read the full article → from SYFS invites you to explore “Mindfulness” & “Human Connection”