An end of school gift idea for parents who have a child in the Southborough/Regional public school system. Read the full article → from Red Apple for the teacher – sign up by Thursday
Red Apple for the teacher – sign up by Thursday
Charities/Making a difference
Candlelight Vigil for Peace and Racial Justice – June 14
A week from Sunday, the Southborough Neighbors for Peace is holding a “Candlelight Vigil for Peace and Racial Justice”. Read the full article → from Candlelight Vigil for Peace and Racial Justice – June 14
AVM asks you to join in a “fervent plea” through song “The Time Has Come” – Friday Night
Assabet Valley Mastersingers is asking the community to join them in singing a special song about justice, peace, healing, and bridging chasms on Friday night. The group will be singing their “fervent plea” in support of Black Lives Matter. Read the full article → from AVM asks you to join in a “fervent plea” through song “The Time Has Come” – Friday Night
Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
A group of community members are seeking to fund face masks for the close to 350 member graduating Algonquin seniors. The initiative is part of an effort to allow seniors to hold some kind of Graduation celebration. Read the full article → from Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
Photo session fundraiser for Chestnut Hill Farm
Pose for a 5 or 10 minute photo session with the Southborough farm as your backdrop and half the fee will be donated to support CHF. Read the full article → from Photo session fundraiser for Chestnut Hill Farm
Mental Health Month: SYFS spreading messages of hope and resilience, self care and more
May is Mental Health Month. As usual, Southborough Youth and Family Services is using it to raise public awareness and reach out to those who need help. Read the full article → from Mental Health Month: SYFS spreading messages of hope and resilience, self care and more
Youth in Philanthropy: High schoolers, apply to join Southborough based group of philanthropists
A new Youth in Philanthropy group is being formed in Southborough. Read the full article → from Youth in Philanthropy: High schoolers, apply to join Southborough based group of philanthropists
Scouts finish Trailhead kiosks
Troop 1 members Eric Hanson and Zane Walter used their Eagle Scout projects to support public use of Southborough trails. The Southborough Trails Committee is thanking the two scouts for their help. Read the full article → from Scouts finish Trailhead kiosks
Covid Roundup: Supplying free PPEs for dentists, Liquor liability insurance refunds, and Thanking family of nurses
Two Southborough organizations got recent press coverage for covid-related news. And one family’s story got new national attention with a special thank you. Read the full article → from Covid Roundup: Supplying free PPEs for dentists, Liquor liability insurance refunds, and Thanking family of nurses
Resident asking public to support purchasing of masks for Mass hospitals
A Southborough resident asked me to spread the word on his fundraiser to get more effective facemasks in the hands of hospital workers. Read the full article → from Resident asking public to support purchasing of masks for Mass hospitals
Reminder: NECC 5K going Virtual – Saturday fundraiser
Like many organizations at this time, NECC is pursuing a virtual substitute for its annual event. Read the full article → from Reminder: NECC 5K going Virtual – Saturday fundraiser
Get quick, free Suicide Prevention training on your schedule
Southborough Youth & Family Services is offering free suicide prevention training. Read the full article → from Get quick, free Suicide Prevention training on your schedule
Food pantry news: All Car Care sharing proceeds; Teachers donate groceries; Volunteers help make curbside work
I have a few good works stories to share that are related to the Southborough Food Pantry, so I’m rounding them up. Read the full article → from Food pantry news: All Car Care sharing proceeds; Teachers donate groceries; Volunteers help make curbside work
NECC 5K going Virtual – May 9th fundraiser
Like many organizations at this time, NECC is pursuing a virtual substitute for its annual event. Read the full article → from NECC 5K going Virtual – May 9th fundraiser