While Rotary’s community events had to be cut due to the pandemic, the community’s need for support grew. Rotary members did what they always do and stepped up to help. Read the full article → from Rotary marked its 60th year with exemplary service to Southborough
Barbara Jandrue racked up another honor for her service to Southborough. This time she is being recognized as a human services advocate. Read the full article → from Barbara Jandrue awarded Laurie Sugarman-Whittier Wellness Award
The Town is seeking to help link up seniors who need driveways shoveled this winter with volunteers willing to help. Read the full article → from Shovel Our Snow program update: Volunteer list posted, signups still welcome
Recently, Middlesex Savings Bank announced that it is contributing another $10,000 to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Middlesex Savings Bank donating $10,000 more to Southborough Food Pantry
For the sixth year, two Southborough teens are raising funds to buy gifts for children in the hospital over the holidays. Read the full article → from Buy “Planners for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
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)
The Town is seeking to help link up seniors who need driveways shoveled this winter with volunteers willing to help. Read the full article → from Shovel snow for seniors – Rec seeking volunteers to help seniors this winter
Senior Center Director Pam Lefrancois asked me to share their news and a big thanks. Read the full article → from Senior Center thanks Falconi and supporters of the virtual golf tournament
Small groups of parents/caregivers and tots are serenading seniors from a social distance. Read the full article → from Spreading Holiday Cheer: Kindergroup caroling for seniors
Another fundraiser is supporting Southborough Youth & Family Services this season. This one offers to wrap your holiday gifts in exchange for donations to support the agency. Read the full article → from Get your gifts wrapped: Fundraiser for SYFS, Dec 13-19
I have a number of items to share about organizations and residents doing good this season. Read the full article → from Charity roundup: More support for families in need and more community members doing good
Are your toy shelves overloaded with games your kids have outgrown? Donate them to families in transition. Read the full article → from Collecting kids’ books, games, and craft supplies for families in need
Part of the proceeds from a pop up sale of gently used “upscale staging” decor will benefit Southborough Youth and Family Services. Read the full article → from Special Home Decor sale will partially benefit Youth & Family Services – Fri & Sat
I’ve put together a list of the gift drive collections in town this holiday season. Read the full article → from Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (SYFS donations due today!) (Updated)