I just learned about a new morning chat show. Read the full article → from Enjoy some “Coffee Talk”
Enjoy some “Coffee Talk”
coming-together during Covid-19
Stories about how the Southborough Community is reaching out to is to offer aid, help others feel less isolated, spread some joy or help mitigate stress during the stay-at-home and social distancing advisories. (You can find these under "coming-together" in the Features menu.)
“Micro” small businesses can apply for up to $10K in grants – thanks to EDC
Southborough’s Economic Development Committee was awarded $204,000 for grants to support local small businesses. (Really small businesses.) Read the full article → from “Micro” small businesses can apply for up to $10K in grants – thanks to EDC
Food Pantry update: More generous donations and thank yous
Recently, Middlesex Savings Bank announced that it is contributing $5,000 to the Southborough Food Pantry. I decided to check in for an update on other donations to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Food Pantry update: More generous donations and thank yous
Southborough Gardeners’ Flower Flash thanks Essential Workers
The Southborough Gardeners asked me to share their announcement about a special thank you through flowers. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners’ Flower Flash thanks Essential Workers
Get a professional photo of your graduate in cap & gown for a donation to MA Covid-19 Relief Fund
Southborough’s Nancy Gould is making a special offer to families of the Class of 2020 this week. Read the full article → from Get a professional photo of your graduate in cap & gown for a donation to MA Covid-19 Relief Fund
Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund
The Town published a simple two page flyer about “Resources for Residents”. Read the full article → from Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund
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
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
May fun for families with young ones (BINGO!)
Kindergroup hopes that a flexible “Bingo” plan will help families have fun on a schedule that works for them. Read the full article → from May fun for families with young ones (BINGO!)
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
First Responders holding Tribute Parade to thank hospital workers this afternoon
The public is invited to watch a tribute parade this afternoon. (But you aren’t welcomed to drive in the procession.) Read the full article → from First Responders holding Tribute Parade to thank hospital workers this afternoon
Public Safety offering to bring smiles to children with birthdays (or another special day)
Southborough emergency departments are offering to help make birthdays special for children disappointed that they can’t have parties with friends/extended family. Read the full article → from Public Safety offering to bring smiles to children with birthdays (or another special day)
Healthcare Workers and First Responders can receive free emotional support coaching
A Southborough entrepreneur asked me to share news about an offering to healthcare workers and first responders. Read the full article → from Healthcare Workers and First Responders can receive free emotional support coaching