Southborough Recreation and Public Works heads teamed up with Southborough Access Media to give the public an update on the Fayville Playground rebuild. Read the full article → from Fayville Playground taking longer than expected: Play available in Oct/Nov; grand opening next spring
Charities/Making a difference
Project Friend: Seeking both Mentors (grades 7 – adults) and Friends in need of mentoring (K-12)
SYFS is preparing for another season of Project Friend. The mentoring program pairs younger and older “Friends” to help build positive meaningful relationships. Read the full article → from Project Friend: Seeking both Mentors (grades 7 – adults) and Friends in need of mentoring (K-12)
Got Culture? SCAC needs you (Learn more at info night – Sept 19) (Updated)
Once again, the Southborough Cultural Arts Council is again in desperate need for volunteers. They are looking for some fresh blood and/or – by my reading – return of some old blood. Read the full article → from Got Culture? SCAC needs you (Learn more at info night – Sept 19) (Updated)
Historical Society reveals “priceless” historical documents of “Smithsonian” quality
The Southborough Historical Society’s cataloging effort has borne fruit again. This one is the discovery of 17th century documents centering around the Nipmuc tribe in our region. Read the full article → from Historical Society reveals “priceless” historical documents of “Smithsonian” quality
Peace vigil held downtown on Sunday
Last night, members of the area’s interfaith community gathered outside of the Southborough Library. The gathering was a vigil for peace. Read the full article → from Peace vigil held downtown on Sunday
Parents raising money to enhance and complete Fayville Playground
A group of Southborough parents is asking the community to chip in on efforts to reopen and enhance the playground at Harold E. Fay Memorial Field. Read the full article → from Parents raising money to enhance and complete Fayville Playground
Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation asked me to help them get the word out. They are accepting a new round of grant proposals from organizations that serve our region. Read the full article → from Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
SWL: Southborough native seeking help to win matching grant and deliver on “Universal Promise”
Southborough Wicked Local reported that Universal Promise is in the running for a big match on donations to the cause. The charity was founded by Southborough native Martha Cummings, who hopes her old hometown will support the effort. Read the full article → from SWL: Southborough native seeking help to win matching grant and deliver on “Universal Promise”
Don’t forget the Food Pantry this summer
Without the school lunch program, some families need extra support from the Southborough Food Pantry in the summer. Read the full article → from Don’t forget the Food Pantry this summer
Southborough Community Fund accepting new grant applications
Nonprofits or Town organizations looking to make a difference in our town can apply for a grant from the Southborough Community Fund. Read the full article → from Southborough Community Fund accepting new grant applications
Reminder: Girl Scouts invited to make blankets for homeless children – Saturday
All Southborough Girl Scouts are invited to a community service event on Saturday, June 17th. The girls will be making blankets for children living in a local shelter. Read the full article → from Reminder: Girl Scouts invited to make blankets for homeless children – Saturday
Class of 2017: Scholarships and more graduates
Two other Southborough linked schools have held graduation ceremonies. And with most graduates planning to attend college, it’s time to follow up on local scholarships. Read the full article → from Class of 2017: Scholarships and more graduates
Town volunteer vacancies: ZBA Alternate, Public Safety Building (with construction experience), Open Space, and 7 more committees
Last week, the Board of Selectmen appointed eight of nine members to a new Public Safety Building Committee. The board is still seeking one more member with relevant construction experience.
At the same meeting, selectmen discussed the annual expiration of appointed board and committee terms on June 30th. Read the full article → from Town volunteer vacancies: ZBA Alternate, Public Safety Building (with construction experience), Open Space, and 7 more committees
Trottier Big Band’s Evening of Jazz – June 15 (Enjoy some great jazz and support the Fiore family)
The public is invited to an Evening of Jazz at Trottier Middle school. Trottier’s annual Big Band concert provides a community showcase for their talented players. It also offers the band a chance to support a cause. This year, that’s supporting one of their band’s alum. Read the full article → from Trottier Big Band’s Evening of Jazz – June 15 (Enjoy some great jazz and support the Fiore family)