Coverage of fundraisers and other events related to charity. Focus on events in Southborough or raising money for a local cause.
For those of you who like to get in shape for the 5K run, this is just a friendly reminder that it’s coming up soon. Read the full article → from 9th annual Gobble Wobble: Start trotting (or sign up to help out)
With freezing temps overnight in the forecast, one club at Assabet is eager to prepare for skiing and snowboarding season. Read the full article → from Assabet’s annual ski and snowboard “shop or swap” – October 25
DayBreak offers “Socialization for Seniors and Respite for Caregivers”. Read the full article → from Take a “DayBreak” from caregiving
To me, outreach and fundraising by community organizations is the heart of Heritage Day.
Here are the non-profit exhibitors who shared with me reasons you should seek out their booths. I’ll start with the meaningful outreach, then on to the fun and yummy fundraisers. Read the full article → from Community outreach and fundraising at Heritage Day: Matching “Scouting for Food” donations, games, contests, and membership drives
Two disposal/recycling events are coming up that are worth noting. While I’m at it, I might as well throw in reminders about other options. Read the full article → from Recycling, reuse and hazardous waste events this Saturday and next, plus ongoing resources
The Southborough Cultural Arts Council is holding a Painting Night. Read the full article → from SCAC free Painting Party – October 22
The Southborough Historical Society asked me to share that they won’t be on the field at Heritage Day this year. Instead, the group will be holding special open hours at the Southborough Historical Museum from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Museum: Museum open hours; Friends of Burnett House event
Southborough Cub Scouts are already in the midst of their annual holiday fundraiser. The scouts have divvied up their streets for door-to-door sales of Christmas wreaths and Hanukkah candles. Read the full article → from Cub Scouts kick off annual holiday wreath and candle sale
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Jump-starting your business, Legos, Poetry and more (Updated)
Southborough’s Steeple Coffeehouse was set to kick off its 20th season this week. Unfortunately, they were competing with a much bigger anniversary celebration. Read the full article → from Steeple Coffeehouse concert cancelled for this weekend
The Friends of the Southborough Library are getting ready for their big Book and Bake Sale on Monday, October 12th – Heritage Day. We are seeking volunteers and donations to help.
(We’ll also need lots of customers – so save the date! It’s an easy one to remember.) Read the full article → from Library Book and Bake Sale: Heritage Day
The Girl Scouts are famous for one annual fundraiser. But did you know that another annual fundraiser benefits local troops more? Read the full article → from Girl Scouts Fall Sales: Candy, nuts and magazines
Editor’s note – the concert is postponed.
Blackstone Valley Bluegrass returns to the Steeple Coffeehouse this Saturday, February 7. Read the full article → from Postponed – Steeple Coffeehouse kicks off 20th year with Bluegrass this Saturday (Updated)
Southborough Youth and Family Services’ Halloween Party is coming up at the end of next month. Those of you with young kids will want to save the date.
Those of you who are (or have) teens that need to fill community service hours, may want to sign up. Read the full article → from Volunteer for SYFS Halloween Party – October 30th