Middleborough On The Move

Career Fair

waglendye — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:28:09 +0000

Middleboro shop offers crafted items for holidays

waglendye — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 18:30:12 +0000

By Alice Elwell

enterprise correspondent

Posted Dec 15, 2012 @ 12:00 AM

MIDDLEBORO —

Local crafters are featured in a Buy Local downtown store that is open for the holidays.

Jane Kudcey, of the town Office of Economic and Community Development, said the group Middleboro on the Move came up with the idea to open the temporary shop and rent space to crafters.

Kudcey said the store is filled with local vendors selling artwork, jewelry, ornaments, wreaths and Avon and Pampered Chef products, all at inexpensive prices.

Kudcey said the shop is festively decorated and every table is full of items to buy.

“People have a nice time just being there,” she said. “People are happy to see it.”

The shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays until Christmas.

Crafters interested is renting a table for $20 a day can call Kudcey at 508-946-2402 or visit the shop at 54 Center St.

“EAT TO HEAT”

waglendye — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 14:27:42 +0000

7th ANNUAL
“EAT TO HEAT”
MIDDLEBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL KEY CLUB

INVITES YOU TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY

When: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2012
Where: Council on Aging (COA)

558 Plymouth St. Middleboro, MA 02346

Time: 2 sittings: 5:00 & 6:30

Price: $5.00 per person

MENU:

Meatloaf, real mashed potatoes, veggie and peach crisp

ALL MONEY collected will be donated to local families in need of some extra help this winter. This benefits customers of the Middleboro Gas & Electric Department.

Tickets are limited so order yours today through any Key Club or Kiwanis member. To reserve your tickets or make a cash donation, contact Advisor: Pat Bettencourt, MHS, 508-946-2010 ext 3104 be sure to tell us what sitting you want.

IF you can’t make it please consider a donation.

MASBA GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER

waglendye — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 14:25:07 +0000

It’s Holiday Shopping Time Again!

MASBA GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER

MIDDLEBOROUGH ALL SPORTS BOOSTERS ASSOCIATION

You can help MASBA raise funds just by purchasing Gift Cards at face value.

The vendors have a % amount next to their name, and this is the amount that the VENDORS give to MASBA. YOU ONLY PAY THE AMOUNT OF THE GIFT CARD (EX: A $25.00 L.L. Bean Gift Card will cost you..$25.00! MASBA will receive $4.50!)

Take a look at the extensive vendor list to choose from – you can find something for everyone on this list. Start shopping right NOW while you relax at home. No traffic to fight, no parking spots to find, and no babysitters to pay…it couldn’t be easier!

How to Order: Download and print the order form from MASBA website. You choose the cards you would like – fill in the quantity and do the math – when you have completed your list, send it, along with a check/money order made payable to: MASBA. Mail to:

Sandy O’Toole 85 South Main St, Middleboro, MA 02346

All Orders must be received by Sandy O’Toole by December 3, 2012

How to Pick Up Your Cards: Cards will be available for pick-up at Middleboro High School gym on Wednesday December 19 from 6:00-8:00pm. If you need special arrangements you can call Sandy O’Toole

So, check the vendor list for gifts for the Babysitter, Grandma, Aunt Betty, the Mailman, the Dog Sitter, the Oil Man, the Trash crew, your Hairdresser, your favorite Teachers, Coaches, and don’t forget the In-Laws, your Out-of-Town friends and Relatives. You will be sure to find the perfect card for everyone!!

While reviewing the list, don’t forget YOURSELF: You can raise money for MASBA just by purchasing Gift Cards for your own use: Gas cards, grocery cards, restaurants you frequent, all while supporting MASBA!!

Use them to do YOUR holiday shopping!

Anyone can order from us: You can or give/email the order form to others or go to the MASBA website at: www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/AthBoosterAssoc/AthBoosterAssoc.htm

and print an extra copy. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

Sandy O’Toole santim@verizon.net 508-946-5646

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING MASBA

All proceeds support school-sponsored athletic programs.

Holiday Craft Shoppe

waglendye — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:23:03 +0000

Mrs. Tom Thumb’s Halloween Birthday Party

waglendye — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 20:48:21 +0000

Middleborough Historical Association & Museum invites members & the public to Mrs. Tom Thumb’s Halloween Birthday Party.

Middleborough Public Library, 102 North Main Street

Monday, October 29, 2012 @ 7 p.m. in the Lower Meeting Room. (handicap accessible)

Featured will be a narrated slide program:

Life of General & Mrs. Tom Thumb

Old-fashion Halloween surprises

Light refreshments & party favors

Come join the fun & learn the answer to questions like:

How tall was Mrs. Tom Thumb?
Where did she live in Middleborough?
How many husbands did she have?
What did Girl Scout founder, Juliette Low & Lavinia have in common?

Middleboro OECD to seek input on town development

waglendye — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:47:42 +0000

MIDDLEBORO —

The Town of Middleboro Office of Economic and Community Development will be conducting a public forum on Monday, Oct. 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Town Hall Selectmen’s Meeting Room.

The purpose of the forum is to obtain ideas from residents on strategies and priority projects to update the town’s Community Development Strategy and for potential grant applications.

OECD is looking for input in the following areas: housing, downtown revitalization, economic development, infrastructure, community facilities, transportation issues, land use and public social services.

Residents may come and go at any time during the one-hour forum.

Going Krazy in Middleboro

waglendye — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 11:33:37 +0000

The Enterprise

Posted Aug 05, 2012 @ 01:00 AM

MIDDLEBORO —

The bandstand was set up and people danced in the street. People enjoyed Middleboro’s Krazy Days on Friday and Saturday – the first time the event was held in nearly a decade.
People sipped beverages of their choice in the beer garden and walked by vendors, exhibits, clowns and magicians. There was face painting and even a Mega-Brain exhibit.
Downtown was open to foot traffic only, with lots of entertainment and more than 80 local vendors and exhibits.

Krazy Days

waglendye — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:30:37 +0000

Here is the schedule of events for Krazy Days:

Friday, August 3^rd 10 – 6

Center Stage

10:00 AM Paso Fino Horse demonstration on South Main Street

11:15 AM Running Backwards – Kameron Smith

1:00 PM The Elvis Experience

2:30 PM Sixteen Shillings

5:00 PM West Side Story – Burt Wood School

Under the Tent at the Library

11:00 AM Grandma Ginny Story hour

12:00 PM Joy the Clown: Where Clowns Come From

1:00 PM Grandma Ginny Story hour

2:15 PM Joy the Clown: Learn to Clown Around

3:30 PM Magic by Adam Bond

On the Lawn at the Central Congregational Church

11:15 AM Zumba Class Demonstration

1:00 PM YMCA Level 1 Cheerleaders

2:00 PM YMCA Level 3 Blitz All-star Cheerleaders

All day throughout downtown:

Local Vendors and Exhibitor booths

Mega HEART inflatable, walk-through exhibit

Take10 Compression only CPR training by Brewster Ambulance

Beer & Wine Garden by Muckey’s

Oak Point Model Train Club – in the Grant Building

Over the Top Rock Climbing

CHIPS, Child ID by the Masons

Drug Awareness by Elks Lodge 1274

Bubble Station by Girl Scout Troop 80108

Face Painting

Cotton Candy by Boy Scout Troop 96

Coloring Zone by Birthdays by Mike

Children’s Healthy Activities books

Saturday, August 4th 10 – 6

Center Stage

10:00 AM The Starry Night Band

12:00 PM Dale and the Duds

3:30 PM Purely Vocals

Under the Tent at the Library

10:00 AM YMCA music students recital

11:00 AM Grandma Ginny Story hour

12:00 PM Joy the Clown: Where Clowns Come From

1:00 PM Grandma Ginny Story hour

2:15 PM Joy the Clown: Learn to Clown Around

3:30 PM Magic by Adam Bond

South Main Street and Corner of Center Street

3:00 PM Chicken Dinner BBQ by The Hideaway

Tickets $8.00 per person in advance

$10.00 per person on Saturday

5:30 PM Awarding of Prizes for completed Passports

All day throughout downtown:

Local Vendors and Exhibitor booths

Mega BRAIN inflatable, walk-through exhibit

Take10 Compression only CPR training by Brewster Ambulance

Beer & Wine Garden by Muckey’s

®Dunk a Selectman courtesy of the Republican Town Committee

Oak Point Model Train Club – in the Grant Building

Over the Top Rock Climbing

CHIPS, Child ID by the Masons

Drug Awareness by Elks Lodge 1274

Bubble Station by Girl Scout Troop 80108

Face Painting

Cotton Candy by Boy Scout Troop 96

Coloring Zone by Birthdays by Mike

Children’s Healthy Activities books

Rockland Trust sponsors Krazy Day

waglendye — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 19:44:16 +0000

July 12, 2012 10:46 AM

MIDDLEBORO — Rockland Trust Company will sponsor the town’s Krazy Days festival, another “Buy Local” initiative by Middleborough on the Move, a non-profit organization dedicated to the development of business and community in Middleboro.

For two days in August – Friday and Saturday, Aug. 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Middleboro – will celebrate with Krazy Days.

There will be free, live entertainment, children and adult activities, food, drink, exhibitor booths, bargains and prizes. The two-day block party will wrap up with a chicken barbecue on Saturday from 3 – 6.

“Once again, Rockland Trust proves their commitment to action, not just words, in their support of the communities they serve,” said MOM President Judy Bigelow-Costa.