Council Blog

WEATHER RELATED CLOSING POLICY

posted on October 23, 2019 |

Council Offices, Food Pantry, Thrift Shop & all programs follow the Needham Public School weather closings…if the schools are closed, so is the Council; if they have a 2 hour delay, so will we.

Parking is always a challenge on Hillside Avenue; during the winter months it is even more so. We do our best to plow the snow as soon as possible and to provide a clear and safe entrance; but, please park and walk carefully when visiting our building.

Please do not leave donations outside our door when we are closed.

We will have a recorded message on our office phone, 781-444-2415, when we are closed.

GIVING TUESDAY

posted on November 26, 2019 |

For 24 hours on December 3rd an ordinary Tuesday turns into something more! GivingTuesday has become a global movement that connects individuals, communities, and organizations around the world to celebrate and encourage giving.

For more information about #GivingTuesday, click here and to make a donation to the Needham Community Council click here.

Many companies offer a matching program for charitable giving and many increase their match on Giving Tuesday. If you work for one of these generous companies, we hope you will make a gift to the Council and increase the impact of your donation with a matching gift.

DRESS FOR SUCCESS

posted on November 25, 2019 |

The Council recently received two major clothing donations, which will help us support income-eligible women “dress for success”.

W by Worth’s Every Woman has Worth charitable giving program sent us a fabulous selection of jackets and other clothing items. Worth is a New York clothing collection that sells online at worthcollection.com and through trunk shows. These clothing items will be perfect for our clients who are entering, re-entering or currently in the workforce.

Habitat Clothing, owned by a Needham resident, recently made a significant donation of winter sweaters. These will not only help our clients stay warm but will also provide them with style and comfort. habitatclothes.com

All of these clothes will be distributed by the Council through our Karma of Clothing project and holiday gift giving program.

Thanks for all the generous donations during this holiday season and throughout the year. The Council Thrift Shop is filled with amazing clothing and great bargains. All sales support the no-fee programs of the Council and stay in Needham to support our neighbors. Clothing and other donated items are also given to residents whenever the need arises.

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER

posted on November 4, 2019 |

Join your Needham neighbors to celebrate Thanksgiving Day at a community meal sponsored by The Rotary Club of Needham, The Needham Masons and The Needham Community Council at the Needham Masonic Hall.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; Meal is served at 12 noon; transportation available, entertainment, everyone is invited!

Contact the Council at 781-444-2415 to make a reservation, request transportation or arrange for home delivery.

Click here to download a flyer

FALL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

posted on November 14, 2019 |

It’s that time of year again…lots of mail asking for your support for many worthwhile causes…we hope you will choose the Community Council
as you select your charitable organizations. Every year we ask the community for help so that we can continue to support Needham residents and employees.

As a private non-profit agency, we raise approximately 1/3 of our annual budget during this Fall Fundraising campaign. the balance of our annual budget is raised from Thrift Shop and Special sales [items from household and clothing donations] estate bequests, private grants and fundraising events [eg. RIDE FOR FOOD]. No tax dollars support Council programs.

Our new program card and magnet, with a remittance envelope have been delivered to each household in Needham…please give generously to keep Council programs running and free in 2020…..click here to donate online.

If you have already given, we thank you for your support!

Many companies offer a matching gift program
which is a great way to increase your gift;
please let us know if we can help make the process easy for you.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE

posted on November 13, 2019 |

Annual Holiday Boutique
Great items, great bargains, huge selection!
Including collectible items: clothing, china,
fine jewelry, antiques, etc.

Thurs., Dec. 5th, 12 noon-7 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 6th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 7th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

ALL SHOPPERS WELCOME
First Come, First Served; All sales final
Cash & Check only; no credit cards
All sales support the no-fee programs of the Needham Community Council

2 ESL CLASSES: SPACE NOW AVAILABLE

posted on October 30, 2019 |

English as a Second Language [ESL] – 2 Class Opportunities!

Space is now available in our very successful Citizenship class which meets on Wednesday evenings, 6-7 p.m. To participate, students should be eligible for citizenship within 1-2 years, with at least an intermediate English language skill level.

A new basic/beginner English Language conversation group will begin on Monday, Nov. 18th at 10 a.m.

For both classes: click here for an online ESL form if you are not already registered in our program, or click here to email us for more information.

Council Blog

Annual Holiday Boutique Great items, great bargains, huge selection! Including collectible items: clothing, china, fine jewelry, antiques, etc.

Thurs., Dec. 5th, 12 noon-7 p.m. Fri., Dec. 6th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sat., Dec. 7th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

ALL SHOPPERS WELCOME First Come, First Served; All sales final Cash & Check only; no credit cards All sales support the no-fee programs of the Needham Community Council

English as a Second Language [ESL] – 2 Class Opportunities!

Annual Holiday Boutique
Great items, great bargains, huge selection!
Including collectible items: clothing, china,
fine jewelry, antiques, etc.

Thurs., Dec. 5th, 12 noon-7 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 6th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 7th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

ALL SHOPPERS WELCOME
First Come, First Served; All sales final
Cash & Check only; no credit cards
All sales support the no-fee programs of the Needham Community Council