Staples High School students face relentless demands on their time.
School (and tutors), sports, music, drama, clubs, work, college … all take up insane hours.
But a couple of hundred students find time to volunteer with the Service League of Boys.
Throughout the year, SLOBs (great name!) assist a variety of projects around town. From non-profit fundraisers to the “06880” historic homes tour, their free labor ensures that events run smoothly.
But that’s not all.
Every spring, all the SLOBs take part in a Service Weekend. With parents, they fan out throughout Westport — and beyond.
You may have seen them this weekend, in their SLOBs shirts — 300 strong.
They picked up trash in parks. They power-washed outdoor furniture for seniors at The Saugatuck co-op. They partnered with the Y’s Men, to clean the riverfront near the Westport Library.
Slobs with Y’s Men, near the Levitt Pavilion and Library …
One group worked in heavy rain at Longshore, getting facilities ready for summer. All told, there were over 20 projects this weekend.
… and Longshore …
SLOBs president Rei Seltzer says, “Many of us are leaving Staples soon, including me. It has been fun to meet so many people around town through our volunteering efforts. I hope you can show my appreciation for all our volunteers, and to let everyone in the community know that we are working hard.”
Of course! Thank you, Staples Service League of Boys, for all you’ve given to all of us.
SLOBS rule!
… and Wakeman Town Farm …
… and Wakeman Field …
… and with Quest for Peace …
… and The Saugatuck …
… and baseball fields.
(“06880” supports many Staples High School activities. Now you can click here, to support “06880.” Thank you!)
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