Small business news, a virtual yard sale & more!

Plus, you're invited to sip & shop local vendors!

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Dianna Carney & Camilo Díaz
August 25, 2025

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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The 1960s-style establishment was purchased by its current owner in 2016, and recently, rumors about the restaurant’s future have been circulating throughout the town.

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This virtual yard sale is a fun twist on the local establishment’s usual virtual craft fairs.

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The waterfront summer concert series in Plymouth is set to conclude with a tribute to one of music's biggest stars.

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Longtime residents recall how the event has grown over the years, evolving from a small gathering to one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year.

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If you’re looking to enjoy good food and drinks while browsing local vendors, then look no further!

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The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater in collaboration with the City of Quincy, is hosting its last "Friends Fridays" concert of the 2025 season.

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"Have old books to donate? The City of Attleboro's Recycling Center has a donation bin for books."

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"In celebration of our nonprofit organization celebrating 7 years of service, our volunteers are asking for your support."

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