This fall, a special program run by Special Olympics Massachusetts will introduce kids to “Unified” sports. Read the full article → from Special Olympics Developmental/Unified Sports program for 6-10 yr olds this fall – Sign up now
Charities/Making a difference
Youth and Family Services promoting initiatives and programs
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to help them reach out to the community. They launched a newsletter to help educate the public on their services and intiatives. Read the full article → from Youth and Family Services promoting initiatives and programs
Run for SHIFSTRONG – November 2nd
This fall, the community is invited to a 5K Run and Fun Run to raise funds for the Shifrin family. Read the full article → from Run for SHIFSTRONG – November 2nd
Southborough Ice Bucket Challenge – Saturday afternoon (throughout Summer Nights)
The community is invited to again participate in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS One and to support #Shifstrong. However, with the change in the schedule of Southborough Summer Nights from night to day, there’s a change in the format. Read the full article → from Southborough Ice Bucket Challenge – Saturday afternoon (throughout Summer Nights)
SAM interviews: Business, law, books, and good works
Here are interviews produced this year by SAM or with their help. Read the full article → from SAM interviews: Business, law, books, and good works
Thanks to those who helped provide fresh produce through the Food Pantry
Last week, food pantry clients were treated to fresh bounty. Read the full article → from Thanks to those who helped provide fresh produce through the Food Pantry
News from NECC: “Infant Sibling Project” studying early detection, visit from Congressional Rep, and award for “Giving Autism a Voice” campaign
NECC is sharing news about people worth recognizing. Read the full article → from News from NECC: “Infant Sibling Project” studying early detection, visit from Congressional Rep, and award for “Giving Autism a Voice” campaign
Generous funding will allow Library to launch Teen & TEC Lab for tweens and teens
Thanks to a grant, the Southborough Library will be creating a special lab space with programs for teens and tweens. Read the full article → from Generous funding will allow Library to launch Teen & TEC Lab for tweens and teens
Finn Family Garden teaching students and helping the community
A garden funded through a grant by SEF is doing more than helping kids learn. Over the summer, it’s also helping feed Food Pantry clients. Read the full article → from Finn Family Garden teaching students and helping the community
Fundraisers seeking homeowners to show off decor, plus designers/decorators and artisan vendors (Updated)
Organizers of a fundraiser for the Historical Society are seeking participants to be involved in Southborough’s “First Annual” tour of homes beautifully decorated for the holidays. Read the full article → from Fundraisers seeking homeowners to show off decor, plus designers/decorators and artisan vendors (Updated)
Volunteers needed for Summer Nights setup
Recreation is asking me to put the word out that help is needed. Read the full article → from Volunteers needed for Summer Nights setup
Rotary doing good in Southborough: Scholarship, Youth Leadership and Donations
Southborough Rotary does a lot to promote service to the community. So, they deserve a moment in the spotlight for the good they’ve been doing this spring and summer. Read the full article → from Rotary doing good in Southborough: Scholarship, Youth Leadership and Donations
Car Wash for an Autism Service Dog – Saturday
A Southborough family has found hope in their efforts to get a service dog for their teenage son with Autism. You can support the effort at this weekend’s car wash. Read the full article → from Car Wash for an Autism Service Dog – Saturday
NECC: Seeking runners for the Falmouth Road Race (quickly) and looking back at the annual 5K
NECC is seeking volunteer runners for the Falmouth Road Race to help raise fund for the school. It’s a good excuse for me to look back at the school’s own fundraising race earlier this spring. Read the full article → from NECC: Seeking runners for the Falmouth Road Race (quickly) and looking back at the annual 5K