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
Charities/Making a difference
Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
The Southborough Gardeners are thanking local businesses who supported the holiday wreath program. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
2nd Annual Peace Vigil – Saturday
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
Reminder: Swing n’ Christmas benefit concert – Sunday
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
Skyrise Staff, select All Stars, and puppets will entertain in “Grow Bean Grow” – Friday night
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
Next Level Parenting: free workshop series for parents of teens
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
Free Mindfulness workshop series through Music (ages 7-11) or Art (ages 12-18) (Updated)
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)
Red Apples for teachers are due by December 16
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
Children’s musical parody to raise funds for A Dog for JayJay – December 20th
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
Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (SYFS gift cards due Friday!)
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!)
ARHS teachers running breakfast food pantry for students
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
Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
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
Mitten, hat & glove drive – donate at Finn by 12/10
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
Southborough Firefighters collecting for Project Just Because
The Southborough Firefighter Department asked me to advertise it’s annual holiday gift collection drive. Read the full article → from Southborough Firefighters collecting for Project Just Because