Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to help them reach out to the community again. The agency published the 2nd issue of its newsletter to help educate the public on its services and initiatives. Read the full article → from Youth and Family Services promoting services to those in need and their need for volunteers
SYFS is seeking families with K- 5th graders who would benefit from some special attention, a mentor, and positive role model. They are also seeking volunteer mentors in grades 7-12. Read the full article → from Project Friend-ships between younger and older kids: Sign up for winter-spring session
The Southborough Gardeners are thanking local businesses who supported the holiday wreath program. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
Neighbors for Peace is promoting a 2nd Annual Peace Vigil this Saturday. This is a non-partisan event to pray for peace and unity. Read the full article → from 2nd Annual Peace Vigil – Saturday
In one month, a big band will play in Southborough for the benefit Abby’s House and The CASA project. Read the full article → from Reminder: Swing n’ Christmas benefit concert – Sunday
Jack’s Beanstalk isn’t the only thing that Skyrise performers hope will grow at a their performance at Trottier this month. They’ll also be looking to grow more funds to help a Southborough teen get a service dog. Read the full article → from Skyrise Staff, select All Stars, and puppets will entertain in “Grow Bean Grow” – Friday night
SYFS is launching another workshop series in January. This one focuses on helping parents. Read the full article → from Next Level Parenting: free workshop series for parents of teens
Southborough Youth and Family Services is announcing two free workshop series to start in early January. Each 16 week series focuses on mindfulness. Both are funded by a generous grant from The Southborough Community Fund. Read the full article → from Free Mindfulness workshop series through Music (ages 7-11) or Art (ages 12-18) (Updated)
Are you looking for a creative teacher gift? Instead of yet another mug or Christmas ornament, why not give Southborough teachers the resources they need to be creative and innovative through the Southborough Education Foundation’s Red Apple Program. Read the full article → from Red Apples for teachers are due by December 16
Jack’s Beanstalk isn’t the only thing that Skyrise performers hope will grow at a their performance at Trottier this month. They’ll also be looking to grow more funds to help a Southborough teen get a service dog. Read the full article → from Children’s musical parody to raise funds for A Dog for JayJay – December 20th
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 gift cards due Friday!)
An article in the Community Advocate explains how ARHS teachers Gina Johnston and Aimee Selby opened a food pantry in the high school for students this fall. Read the full article → from ARHS teachers running breakfast food pantry for students
Across the country today, people are celebrating Giving Tuesday. It’s always a great excuse to update you on two Southborough girls who continue to embody the spirit of the day. It also gives you a chance to double your “giving”. Read the full article → from Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
Finn School is holding a collection drive to help keep kids warm this winter. Read the full article → from Mitten, hat & glove drive – donate at Finn by 12/10