The MOMS Club of Marlborough will be  having a "Fries Fundrasier" to raise money for the play-scape at the East Hampton McDonald's, 11 East High St, East Hampton, CT, on Saturday, April 12, from lunchtime until closing. A percentage of sales from every French fry order sold that day will go towards the upcoming Blish Play-scape renovation.  This includes all fries sold within value meals, Happy Meals and individual orders. 03/31/2008

Marlborough Arts Center, 231 North Main St, Marlborough, CT, is presenting it's annual Student Art Show this month. Art from students in Hebron, Andover and Marlborough elementary schools and RHAM will be featured. Gallery hours are Saturdays and Sundays from March 8-30 from 1-4pm. Marlborough Arts Center is a regional, nonprofit center for fine arts, crafts and performing arts. For more information, visit www.marlborougharts.com or call 295-9389. 03/31/2008

Pack 39 Cub Scouts of Marlborough, CT, will hold a can drive from 8-10am this Saturday,Jan 26 at the Marlborough Congregation Church, 35 South Main St, Marlborough. Bring your redeemable cans and bottles to the Church parking lot and the scouts will sort them. For more information, visit www.pack39.com 01/29/2008

The Republican Town Committee (RTC) is seeking individuals who would like to serve as members of the town's various boards and commissions. Currently there are vacancies for alternate members of the Zoning Commission, Conservation Commission and Economic Development Commission, as well as vacancies for Citation hearing Officers. Those interested should contact RTC Chairman Ken Hjulstrom at 490-9116 01/29/2008

A non-profit buying club tied to United Natural  Foods is currently accepting new members from Marlborough. The co-op has over 16,000 items to choose from (including produce), much of which is organic. Ordering software is provided and delivery is every four weeks on the Marlborough side of Lake Pocotopuag in East Hampton. Write to RSAGE35@aol.com for more information. 01/29/2008

Marlborough CT Firefighters Fill the Boot For Muscular DystrophyThe Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), in conjunction with the Marlborough Volunteer Fire Department, will conducting its annual Fill-the-Boot event Saturday, Aug. 25, to benefit research and local services for the Northern Connecticut chapter of the MDA.  The collection will take place in downtown Marlborough on Route 66, at the intersection of North Main and South Main streets. from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.Last year, the Marlborough VFD raised $4,669 for MDA. For more information, call 633-4466or visit mda.org 08/25/2007

Marlborough Antiques Appraisal DayThe Marlborough Arts Center will host an Antiques Appraisal Day on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 10a.m.-2 p.m. at the Marlborough Senior Center, 17 School Dr.Arthur Liverant of Nathan Liverant and Sons. Colchester, and Bill Barrows of Tom Barrows and Sons Auctioneers, Portland, will provide verbal appraisals of antiques and collectibles in an open discussion setting. Appraisals are $5 per item with a limit of four items per person.  Refreshments will be available. Proceeds will benefit the Marlborough Arts Center. For more information call 295-9389 or 295-8145. 08/25/2007

Ice Cream Social in Marlborough CT at Richmond LibraryThe Friends Committee of the Richmond Memorial Library will hold its end of summer ice cream social at the Richmond Memorial Library, 15 School Dr., on Monday, Aug. 27 from 6-7:30 p.m.The community is invited to the library to enjoy ice cream sundaes and socialize with their neighbors and friends. The event is free.  The Friends Committee is the fundraising and social arm of the Richmond Memorial Library Association. New members are welcome.  For more information, call the Richmond Memorial Library at 295-6210. 08/17/2007

Upcoming Marlborough Moose EventsOn Friday, Aug. 17, from.5-7 p.m., a Steak Dinner will be held at the Marlborough Moose Family Center, 303 South Main St.  Cost is $12 for adults. $5 for children under 2 , or a Chicken Nugget Dinner, for children under 12, is $3. For more information, call 295-9155 or 267-0132.Also, a Family Fun Day/Steamship Round Picnic will be held on Saturday, Aug. 25, at the Marlborough Moose Family Center, 303 South Main St.. from 2-10 p.m. Hot dogs and Hamburgers and salads will be served all afternoon.There will be a water slide, a dunking booth and games. In the evening a Steamship Round Roast Beef Dinner, complete with baked potato and corn on the cob will be served. Music will be provided by the Duo “Double Trouble from 6-10 p.m.Cost for this event is$15 for ... 08/17/2007

Order Flowers for GOP Mum SaleThe Republican Town Committee is selling mums that will be ready for pickup on the morning of Saturday, Sept. 15.These mums are available in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, orange, purple and burgundy, and are two-gallon size. Cost is $5 each, and the plants are being provided by Jessica’s Garden, 198 East Hampton Rd. (Route 66).Order forms are available by calling Louise Concodello at 295-0201 or Barbara Murray at 295-0792. 08/17/2007

Marlborough Library Summer Reading ProgramsThe Richmond Memorial Library Summer Reading Program is underway with programs for all ages.The Children’s Summer Reading program features mascot Ike LaRue, the dog from author/ illustrator Mark Teague’s books, along with fun incentives and prize giveaways.A separate program has been planned for young adults who will be entering middleschool or beyond this fall. Check out the library’s new teen weblog at marlteens.wordpress.com for further information.  Adults who register for summer reading will receive a gift just for signing up and are invited to participate for prizes in a special mysteries scavenger hunt for teens and adults where clues are gathered through July 30.Other events planned over the summer include a Teen Auction Friday,Aug. 10 ... 08/11/2007

Marlborough Library Summer Reading ProgramsThe Richmond Memorial Library Summer Reading Program is underway with programs for all ages.The Children’s Summer Reading program features mascot Ike LaRue, the dog from author/ illustrator Mark Teague’s books, along with fun incentives and prize giveaways.A separate program has been planned for young adults who will be entering middleschool or beyond this fall. Check out the library’s new teen weblog at marlteens.wordpress.com for further information.  Adults who register for summer reading will receive a gift just for signing up and are invited to participate for prizes in a special mysteries scavenger hunt for teens and adults where clues are gathered through July 30.Other events planned over the summer include a Teen Auction Friday,Aug. 10 ... 08/11/2007

Attention Marlborough CT SportsmenTrap and Skeet fields are now open Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m.-noon at the East Glastonbury Fish and Game Club on Planeta Road in Marlborough.Special Five Stand events will be held Sundays, Sept. 16 and Oct. 21. 08/11/2007