Southbridge Business Partnership

Directions Website Contact the organization

Southbridge Business Partnership An organization led by a group of business owners, principals and interested parties committed to enhancing the economic growth of Southbridge, MA.
(4)

The Southbridge Business Partnership is organized by a volunteer group of business owners, principals and interested parties committed to enhancing the economic opportunities for old, new and potential businesses in Southbridge, Massachusetts.

How do you organize the start of your work week? 📋A strong week often starts with a little preparation. Whether you're a...
10/13/2026

How do you organize the start of your work week? 📋

A strong week often starts with a little preparation. Whether you're a business owner, employee, or entrepreneur, taking a few minutes to get organized can make a big difference.

✔️ Review your schedule and priorities
✔️ Make a list of your most important tasks
✔️ Check emails and follow-ups
✔️ Plan your social media or marketing for the week
✔️ Set aside time for unexpected tasks or opportunities

What is the one thing you always do to get your work week started on the right foot?

Share your tips with us below! 👇

10/10/2026

Veterans Resources Day is coming up on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Southbridge Community Center!

We’ll have a great group of local, regional, state, and VA organizations on hand to connect veterans and families with benefits, healthcare, housing, financial resources, community programs, and more.

Free event — ALL VETERANS, SERVICE MEMBERS and their FAMILIES are welcome! Please help us spread the word and share the flyer.

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAYToday is a reminder that mental health is an important part of our overall well-being, both perso...
10/10/2026

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY

Today is a reminder that mental health is an important part of our overall well-being, both personally and professionally.

For small business owners, employees, and community members, it can be easy to put everything else first. Work, responsibilities, deadlines, and running a business can take up a lot of time and energy.

Taking a break, checking in with someone, setting boundaries, and asking for support when you need it are all important.

As a business community, we can help create an environment where people feel comfortable talking about mental health and taking care of themselves.

Today, take a moment to check in with yourself and someone you care about.

You don't have to have everything figured out to ask for help.

Did you know Southbridge was using telephone technology less than four years after Alexander Graham Bell's famous teleph...
10/09/2026

Did you know Southbridge was using telephone technology less than four years after Alexander Graham Bell's famous telephone patent?

According to local historical records, Southbridge's telephone system was introduced in February 1880.

And it wasn't just for calling your friends.

The town was using telephone service as an important tool for public safety, including communication for the fire department. Historical town records from the early 1880s show payments to the Southbridge Telephone Exchange and describe the telephone as a way to improve efficiency and response during fires.

From mills and manufacturing to telecommunications and technology, Southbridge has a history of being connected to innovation in ways that may surprise you.

What other piece of Southbridge history should we uncover next?

What's one local business goal you'd like to accomplish before the end of the year? Let us know in the comments!
10/08/2026

What's one local business goal you'd like to accomplish before the end of the year?

Let us know in the comments!

Sometimes the best business ideas are the ones that are a little unconventional.From creative promotions and unique cust...
10/07/2026

Sometimes the best business ideas are the ones that are a little unconventional.

From creative promotions and unique customer experiences to unexpected collaborations and out-of-the-box marketing strategies, thinking differently can help your business stand out in a crowded market.

This Wednesday, we’re encouraging our local businesses to ask themselves:

💡 What can we do differently?
💡 How can we create a memorable customer experience?
💡 What is one idea we’ve been waiting to try?

You don’t always need a huge budget or a complicated strategy. Sometimes, one creative idea is all it takes to get people talking about your business.

Keep thinking creatively. Keep supporting local. And don’t be afraid to get a little wacky with your business ideas!

📣 MARKETING TIP: Think Beyond Social MediaSocial media is an important part of marketing, but it shouldn’t be the only p...
10/07/2026

📣 MARKETING TIP: Think Beyond Social Media

Social media is an important part of marketing, but it shouldn’t be the only place your business exists.

Creative marketing means finding different ways to get your business in front of the right people. From physical flyers and business cards to QR codes, local partnerships, community events, and referral opportunities, there are plenty of ways to make your business more visible.

Sometimes, a simple flyer in the right place can reach someone who would have never seen your Facebook post.

The goal isn't to be everywhere. It's to be where your customers are.

What’s one creative marketing tactic your business uses? 👇

10/05/2026

Foster Street Construction Update – SCOOPS OF HOPE IS OPEN!

Don't let the roadwork stand between you and your favorite scoops! Even though the construction around Foster Street has our main parking lot access closed off, Scoops of Hope is 100% open for business until 8:00 PM today! Come by, grab a treat, and thank you so much for supporting us through the construction!

🚗 Where to park:
Please use the enclosed, fenced-in parking lot located just before you get to Scoops of Hope.

10/02/2026

When you think about the businesses that help shape a community, it’s easy to think about the shops on Main Street, the restaurants where families gather, or the local organizations hosting events throughout the year. But sometimes, the businesses making the biggest impact are the ones that have b...

10/02/2026

Sometimes, the best local finds are the ones that offer you more than you expected. Scoops of Hope in Southbridge, Massachusetts, is exactly that kind of place. At first glance, it may look like a charming little ice cream shop and it certainly delivers when it comes to the ice cream but spend a lit...

Address

PO Box 587
Southbridge, MA
01550

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Southbridge Business Partnership posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Southbridge Business Partnership:

Shortcuts

Share

Category