A local shelter took in 100 immigrants this week. Now, Northborough is seeking donations to help the families. Read the full article → from Donations sought for Emergency Shelter opened in Northborough
Announcements
Job listings
Firefighter EMT/Paramedic
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
ZBA seeking Alternate Members
One of the Zoning Board of Appeals’ alternate member seats is vacant. The Town is seeking to fill it. They are prioritizing “fair-minded, with experience outside of building, development, and construction industries”. Read the full article → from ZBA seeking Alternate Members
CPA applications due August 31 (Updated)
The window to apply for Community Preservation Act funding in 2024 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 the end of next month. Read the full article → from CPA applications due August 31 (Updated)
Job listings
Library Associate and school year jobs in Southborough or at Algonquin
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Work in the Library’s Pollination Garden – Saturday
Volunteers are sought to help at a "Garden Workday" this weekend at the garden created to support native butterflies and bees.
The Open Space Preservation Commission is seeking volunteers for a “Garden Workday” at the Southborough Library’s Pollination Preservation Garden. Read the full article → from Work in the Library’s Pollination Garden – Saturday
Food Pantry’s current needs
The Southborough Food Pantry is asking for donations on its updated needs list or financial support to help community members in need.
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry’s current needs
Trottier SOS: Thanks to supporters of the 8th Grade Banquet
The Trottier chapter of SOS (Southborough Organization for Schools) asked me to share a public thank you to those who helped make the 8th Grade Banquet a success. Read the full article → from Trottier SOS: Thanks to supporters of the 8th Grade Banquet
SNAP recipients: Apply for a subsidized CSA Share
The Trustees are offering a limited number of "Share a Share" of Chestnut Hill Farm's Community Supported Agriculture program.
The Trustees asked me to share big news about their CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program at Chestnut Hill Farm. For a limited number of applicants with SNAP benefits, $20 will buy 15 weeks of fresh veggies and herbs. Read the full article → from SNAP recipients: Apply for a subsidized CSA Share
Food Pantry’s current needs this week
The Southborough Food Pantry is asking for donations on its updated needs list or financial support to help community members in need.
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry’s current needs this week
Art on the Trails’ Call for Poetry
The public is invited to explore art at Beals Preserve and encouraged to submit poems inspired by the "Transformation" themed exhibit
Last week the 2021 Art on the Trails officially opened. As is their traditions, organizers are now putting out a call to poets to be inspired by the works. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails’ Call for Poetry
Job listings
Teen jobs and NSBORO School jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Southborough installing free sunscreen dispensers at several parks and playgrounds
The Town secured grant funding for an initiative to encourage the public to protect their skin from developing melanoma.
The Southborough Board of Health announced today that free sunscreen dispensers will be installed at six playgrounds and recreational areas in town. Read the full article → from Southborough installing free sunscreen dispensers at several parks and playgrounds
Art on the Trails Installation this weekend
On Saturday, the public can see artists installing their work for the summerlong exhibit along Beals Preserve trails. Plus enjoy music and refreshments.
This weekend, artists will be installing sixteen works for Southborough’s Art on the Trails. The public is invited to watch and enjoy the special event. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Installation this weekend