Retro gaming night, a craft supply swap & more!

Plus, you're invited to explore with wildlife experts on guided walks!

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Dianna Carney & Camilo Díaz
January 05, 2026

Welcome to this week’s edition of Community Connections!

The mission of this newsletter is to highlight small businesses, bring people together, and encourage community connections. We do this by publishing our articles on Substack, where they can be read for free. Every week, this newsletter sends you a curated selection of our articles that are most relevant for the upcoming week ahead. From local events happening in Southeastern Massachusetts to small business news, this newsletter aims to help you start every week feeling more connected with your community.

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A popular local coffee shop chain was the victim of a robbery early New Year’s Day, but the company reports all staff members are safe and the affected location remains open for business.

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Winter nights in Massachusetts are coming alive with the calls of owls, and Mass Audubon is offering nature lovers multiple opportunities to experience these magnificent birds!

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Get ready for an evening of retro fun that will have you feeling nostalgic!

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A local business has announced a convenient way to find unique and handmade gifts!

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Crafters can bring their unused yarn, scrapbook materials, and other supplies to the library’s Resource Room and exchange them with fellow makers.

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

The Attleboro Farmers Market is gearing up for its 15th season, with the newly formed Board of Directors announcing exciting plans for 2026.

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Those looking to reduce waste and learn valuable repair skills now have an opportunity to make a difference in their community while keeping household items out of landfills.

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

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