2024 Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting
🎄✨ It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas in Marlborough! ✨🎄
The holiday season is officially underway! Last night, the Annual Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting brought festive cheer to Downtown & Union Common. The MHS Choir and String Ensemble filled the air with beautiful holiday music, creating the perfect soundtrack as Mayor Dumais lit the tree and kicked off the season in style.
🎥 Don’t miss a moment of this magical night—watch the highlights in our video and feel the holiday spirit! 🎅🎶
🌟 Stay Safe This Holiday Season! 🌟
Ken Doucette from the Middlesex Sheriff's Office recently visited the Marlborough Senior Center to share invaluable tips on avoiding scams during the holiday season. With scammers using advanced tactics like artificial intelligence, it’s more important than ever to stay vigilant.
Here are some highlights:
🚨 Common Scams to Watch For:
IRS and Social Security scams
Fake utility workers or contractors
Romance and trust scams
Phishing texts, emails, and phone calls
💡 Top Safety Tips:
1️⃣ If you don’t recognize a number, don’t answer. Legitimate callers will leave a message.
2️⃣ Never share personal information like your Social Security number or bank details.
3️⃣ Be cautious with unexpected door-knockers. If in doubt, don’t open the door!
4️⃣ If asked to pay with gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers, it’s a scam.
5️⃣ Slow down and consult trusted sources like family, your bank, senior center staff, or local police.
Ken emphasized the importance of staying alert and reaching out for help if you’re unsure about any calls, texts, or emails. Let’s all work together to protect our community this holiday season!
🎥 Watch the full presentation for more tips on how to stay scam-free!
#HolidaySafety #StopScams #CommunityAwareness
The first snowfall of 2024 is here in Marlborough! Although it is nearly fully melted at the time of typing this, it was a beautiful first coating! Have a bird's eye view of the beauty via drone. ☃️
2024 Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting
Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting, this weekend! Postmaster Nicholas Tselikis and Mayor Christian Dumais highlight the exciting holiday events happening in the city this season. The video kicks off with the annual unveiling of the Santa Collection Box at the Marlborough Post Office, a beloved tradition where children can send their letters to Santa.
Postmaster Tselikis shares a special thank you to the mayor for his support during the election process and proudly announces the post office's impressive 99.95% on-time ballot delivery rate. He also introduces the festive mail delivery elf, Brian McNiff, who will personally ensure that children's letters make it to the North Pole on time.
The Mayor then takes the spotlight to share details about Marlborough's upcoming Holiday Stroll on December 8th, featuring a tree lighting ceremony, ice skating, hot chocolate, and visits from Santa and the Grinch. The city is also encouraging residents to spread holiday cheer by decorating their homes for a chance to win gift card prizes.
With helpful USPS mailing deadlines and a sneak peek at this year's Christmas stamps, this video is your go-to guide for making the most of the holiday season in Marlborough. Don't forget to send those letters to Santa and join the festive fun on Main Street this December. City of Marlborough (Official)
Corner Office - December 2024
On this December 2024 episode of Corner Office, Mayor Christian Dumais joins host Ryan Malyar to discuss the latest updates in Marlborough, including upcoming holiday events, community initiatives, and important city matters.
The Mayor reflects on his upcoming State of the City address, providing an overview of the city's accomplishments and goals for 2025. He also shares exciting details about the Home for the Holidays celebration on December 8th, which will feature a holiday stroll, ice skating, a Festival of Trees, and the annual tree lighting ceremony.
The conversation also touches on the Holiday Lights Contest, the closure of the Boardwalk for the season, and the City's efforts to keep taxes low while maintaining essential services. Plus, Mayor Dumais discusses the ongoing Marlborough-Japan student exchange program, the tragic passing of Firefly's BBQ owner Steve Uliss, and the importance of supporting local businesses.
Join us for this festive and heartfelt discussion as Mayor Dumais and Ryan celebrate Marlborough's community spirit, local traditions, and the holiday season!
🎄 Mark your calendars for the Holiday Tree Lighting/Holiday Stroll on December 8th!
🦃 Senior Spotlight Show feat/ MHS Football senior captains Luis Vallejo Salem and Michael Benway ahead of their Thanksgiving Day game vs rival Hudson High 🦃
LIVE - Marlborough High Football vs Hudson High - Nov. 28th, 2024
Thanksgiving Day Football: Marlborough vs Hudson LIVE from Kelleher Field in Marlborough, MA.
🏀 Earlier this week Marlborough High School hosted the 2024 Unified Basketball Jamboree w/ fellow Central Mass schools Algonquin, Shepherd Hill and Shrewsbury. 🏀
🏑 Senior Spotlight Show feat/ Marlborough High Field Hockey senior captains Abby Carroll, Maggie Horn and Kiera Manning. 🏑
The Marlborough High School Drama Club displays their talent, and discusses their passions about the club in this brand new video!
Have a listen as well for a sneak peek at what's to come for Dessert Theatre on November 22nd and 23rd!
Thrive Support and Advocacy | WMCT NonProfit Neighbors
Thrive Support and Advocacy: Empowering Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
In this video, Stacey Forrest, the Chief Operating Officer of Thrive Support & Advocacy, shares the inspiring story of how this non-profit organization has been supporting individuals and families living with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 51 years.
Stacey discusses Thrive's continuum of services, including group homes, community-based day programs, family support services, and a wide range of social activities and events. She highlights how Thrive helps people lead rich, active, and self-directed lives, fostering independence and community integration.
From their humble beginnings as a small group of parents seeking more opportunities for their children, Thrive has grown to serve over 1,000 people annually across central Massachusetts. Stacey talks about their recent expansions, such as specialized group homes and an allergen-sensitive food pantry, demonstrating their commitment to meeting the evolving needs of their clients.
Whether it's their popular monthly dances, the annual "Prom for All Ages" fundraiser, or the daily activities that get people out in the community, Thrive is dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive environment where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can thrive.
Team Sharing, Inc. on NonProfit Neighbors
In this heartfelt interview, Cheryl Juaire, the founder of Team Sharing, Inc, shares her personal journey of losing her sons Sean and Corey to addiction and how that led her to create a supportive community for other parents who have lost children. Cheryl describes the beginnings of Team Sharing, starting with a group of grieving mothers meeting for the first time, and how the organization has grown to support thousands of members nationally.
Cheryl discusses the group's impactful initiatives, like their annual Christmas party for children who have lost a parent, where they ensure each child receives a special gift. She also shares the latest endeavor - securing a specialty license plate in Massachusetts to raise awareness about the overdose epidemic while generating crucial funding for the nonprofit.
This interview provides a moving look at how Cheryl turned her personal tragedy into a mission to uplift and empower other families experiencing unimaginable loss. Her story underscores the vital role that peer-to-peer support can play in the grieving process, and the difference one person can make in building a community of hope and healing.
