In honor of Giving Tuesday, I’m running my annual roundup of holiday collection drives in town. Read the full article → from Holiday giving drives in Southborough
Holiday giving drives in Southborough
Charities/Making a difference
Southborough Gardeners Wreaths
Order your wreaths from the Gardeners for delivery by December 7th
This year, the Gardeners are selling three styles of wreaths to deck your doors. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners Wreaths
Help “Team Odessa” welcome a family of Ukrainian refugees (Updated)
With most of the family set to fly in next week, I’m sharing another request for support for the Ukrainian family forced to fleet their home, and details from a recent interview. Read the full article → from Help “Team Odessa” welcome a family of Ukrainian refugees (Updated)
Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes
Southborough Youth & Family Services is again asking residents (who can afford to) to give a boost to families in town experiencing financial anxiety during a tough time of year. Read the full article → from Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes
Reminder: Scouting for Food
This weekend, scouts will come to you to pick up donations for the Southborough Food Pantry
I have a reminder – and some new details – on this Saturday’s “Scouting for Food” collection drive. Read the full article → from Reminder: Scouting for Food
Richardson returns to her court with a little help from some friends
A resident whose dedication to teaching tennis inspired the Town to name courts after her was seriously injured playing the sport last year. This year, 92 year old Pat Richardson was determined to get back on the courts. Thanks to support from Jeff Beane and his 8th grade students, she was able to. Read the full article → from Richardson returns to her court with a little help from some friends
Scouting for Food
After a hiatus, the town wide collection for the Food Pantry is back.
The big annual food drive is back for the first time since 2019. It will be taking place on Veteran’s Day. Read the full article → from Scouting for Food
Today’s the last day to support Jimmy Fund walkers
I’m just under the wire for sharing news on community members who joined in the Jimmy Fund Walk on the Boston Marathon course this fall. Apparently, this is the last day to donate to support their fight against cancer. Read the full article → from Today’s the last day to support Jimmy Fund walkers
Volunteers needed for Cable Committee, Veterans’ Graves Officer, 21 Highland committee and more
The Cable Committee needs new members. And this week, the Town’s Veterans’ Grave Officer resigned. Plus, the Select Board approved the charge for a new committee.
Here are details on those and other volunteer vacancies in our Town’s government. Read the full article → from Volunteers needed for Cable Committee, Veterans’ Graves Officer, 21 Highland committee and more
Last chance to win 4 great seats to Celtics v Nets (while supporting Southborough families)
Friends of Southborough Youth Commission is raffling off donated tickets to an upcoming Celtics game. The deadline is 10/31 and the seats are well worth the donations.
Tickets being raffled for an upcoming Friday night Celtics v Nets game aren’t in the nosebleeds. Read the full article → from Last chance to win 4 great seats to Celtics v Nets (while supporting Southborough families)
Register to enjoy a night of Mindful Art
SYFS has opened registration for a free, fun night of painting and "self-care" for adults in a few weeks.
Southborough Youth & Family Services, with funding from the Southborough Cultural Arts Council, is offering a night of art with “friends, fun, and self-care.” Read the full article → from Register to enjoy a night of Mindful Art
Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
A charity formed by a Southborough couple is raising funds to fight pediatric cancer through a walk/run at Wachusett Mountain.
A charity formed by a Southborough family asks the public to join their fight against cancer by participating in an obstacle walk/run on November 4th. Read the full article → from Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
Chance to win 4 Celtics Tickets (while supporting Southborough families)
Friends of Southborough Youth Commission is raffling off donated tickets to an upcoming Celtics game.
The Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission are raffling off four tickets to an upcoming Celtics v Nets game at TD Garden. Read the full article → from Chance to win 4 Celtics Tickets (while supporting Southborough families)
Winter Gear Drive
NSBORO schools are collecting new/gently used winter coats and outerwear for all ages.
The Northborough and Southborough Public Schools are helping a local non-profit collect winter coats, snow pants, snow boots, and warm hats, mittens, and gloves. Read the full article → from Winter Gear Drive