Coverage of Southborough events. Focus on events taking place in town. Includes features about events related to residents or local organizations. Also includes information on town government's open meetings.
I’m reminding readers that the Saturday before Halloween is essentially early Halloween in Southborough. Two different annual collaborations feature free, costumed celebrations for families with kids. Read the full article → from Trunk or Treat & the Library Halloween Party are this Saturday
The annual Messiah concert will return to Pilgrim Church this December. Rehearsals for the traditional concert start in 1 ½ weeks. Read the full article → from Sing with the Messiah Community Chorus
Results from last week’s competitions, media highlights, and what’s on tap this week in Algonquin Regional High School varsity sports. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
The Friends of the Southborough Library know that reading and writing go hand in hand. . . and are thrilled to offer journals for all your note-taking, creative writing, and list-making needs! Read the full article → from Friends of the Library Journal Fundraiser
The Southborough Library is organizing another seasonal “Puzzle Competition”. Pre-registration is required (and capped) for tomorrow’s free event — but, as of this morning, there is still plenty of room to sign up. Read the full article → from Fall Puzzle Competition for ages 7+ tomorrow
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government (Updated)
Here’s my quick recap of today’s decisions made by voters. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting results
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
This afternoon, the Advisory Committee shared its report to tomorrow morning’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Advisory Committee Report to Special Town Meeting
The Oktoberfest that Rotary had to cancel due to the nor’easert in September is back on this fall. The event is rescheduled for the month the festivity is named after.
The Rotary Club of Southborough is putting on the fest with autumn themed drinks, food, and entertainment a week from Sunday — October 18th. Read the full article → from Reminder: “Oktoberfest” is Sunday
[This part of a series of guest posts contributed by the Tricentennial Committee to get the community excited about, and keep them informed of, the preparations for celebrating the Town’s 300th anniversary throughout 2027.]
Southborough was incorporated on July 17, 1727, and that means next year our town will be 300 years old! To celebrate, we’re putting together a year-long birthday party as a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present, and promising future! Read the full article → from Nominate “Southborough History Makers” by Nov 11th
A popular craft instructor will return to the Library to lead adults and teens through a seasonally inspired project. Read the full article → from Adulty & Teen Craft at the Library: Mandela Pumpkins
Special Town Meeting is just two days away. Here’s my updated overview of what’s up for a vote. (And some logistics.) Read the full article → from Saturday is Special Town Meeting (Updated)
For the 6th year, Southborough Kindergroup is hosting a free pre-Thanksgiving fun run — the Kids Turkey Trot. Read the full article → from Kids Turkey Trot – Nov 15: Sign up now!