The Town asked me to alert readers to not fall prey to scammers who target applicants for municipal permits. The warning is based on a scam in which emailers notify that permits are approved and provide fraudulent payment links to proceed. Read the full article → from Town issues warning about municipal permits email scam
Announcements
Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators” ends Sunday
Apothecary Artists promotes an incentive for artists to win "Best in Show"
Apothecary Artists and Gallery is inviting artists to submit artwork to include in a juried exhibit “inspired by the beauty and vitality of native plants and native pollinators.” Read the full article → from Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators” ends Sunday
Make the most of the library’s “More than Books” collection
Patrons can borrow telescopes, games, puzzles, kids' activity kits, traveling chess kits, gardening kits, ukuleles, and more from the Southborough Library
Some of the items patrons can check out of the Southborough Library include fun, educational and practical resources. Read the full article → from Make the most of the library’s “More than Books” collection
SYFS relocating to historic Flagg School building
Southborough Youth & Family Services is again moving from one historic building to another.
Southborough Youth & Family Services (SYFS) is moving from one historic, former school building in town, to another even older historic school building. The move is part of a shuffling use for the Town’s historic buildings. Read the full article → from SYFS relocating to historic Flagg School building
BOH warns about avoiding West Nile Virus Risks
Testing found positive sample in Southborough mosquitos, but the town (and whole state) are still considered "low risk". Spraying was conducted by truck in section of town on July 1st.
On Monday, the Board of Health announced that a sample of mosquitos from Southborough were tested positive for West Nile Virus. (The mosquitos were apparently collected last Friday, June 26th.)
Our town was the fifth Massachusetts towns to have positive findings this summer. But the entire commonwealth is still designated by health officials as “low risk” for contracting the arbovirus. (At this point, there have been no human, or even animal, cases reported in the state.) Read the full article → from BOH warns about avoiding West Nile Virus Risks
Update on major road plan & Pine Hill Road reconstruction
Pine Hill Rd prep work already in process, with major work beginning June 29th
This spring, when the DPW asked voters to approve borrowing $22.26M for road maintenance projects over the next five years, the pitched plan included the major rehab of four roads this year. One of them was Pine Hill Road.
Last Thursday, the Town issued a public notice and update on the Pine Hill Rd project. Read the full article → from Update on major road plan & Pine Hill Road reconstruction
Art on the Trails calls for inspired poetry by July 31st
As I’ve previously posted, the installation of this year’s Art on the Trails exhibit took place a couple weeks ago. I noted that organizers would again be calling on poets to take inspiration in the exhibit.
Organizers have put the call, asking for poetry submissions by the end of July. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails calls for inspired poetry by July 31st
Choate’s Public Recreation grant funding available
Apply for the 2026 Grant by July 31st
Have a public recreation project you think deserves funding? The Choate Fund Trustees are looking for applicants for this year’s round of awards, with approximately $5,000 available for grants.
It’s worth highlighting that the opportunity might be less competitive than you would assume. Read the full article → from Choate’s Public Recreation grant funding available
Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators”
Apothecary Artists is inviting artists to apply by July 12th to be part of the 2nd annual juried exhibit.
Apothecary Artists and Gallery is inviting artists to submit artwork to include in a juried exhibit “inspired by the beauty and vitality of native plants and native pollinators.” Read the full article → from Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators”
Community forum on SPD’s Civil Immigration Enforcement Guidelines — June 24
The "Conversation" with the Police Chief is a non-political event sponsored by "Hate Has No Home Here"
The group “Southborough Hate Has No Home Here” is sponsoring a community forum with Southborough Police Chief Ryan Newell. The focus of the event is his department’s role related to immigration enforcement. Read the full article → from Community forum on SPD’s Civil Immigration Enforcement Guidelines — June 24
Flag Retirement Ceremony this Sunday
The community is invited to drop off old flags or attend the event to respectfully "retire" them this Flag Day.
Every year, veterans in town hold a ceremony to “retire” worn out flags “with dignity”. You can participate or drop your own flag off in advance. Read the full article → from Flag Retirement Ceremony this Sunday
10th anniversary Art on the Trails Installation – Saturday
Watch artists install their works for the summerlong exhibit along Beals Preserve trails
This weekend, artists will be installing sixteen works for Southborough’s Art on the Trails. The public is invited to watch and enjoy the special event. Read the full article → from 10th anniversary Art on the Trails Installation – Saturday
Sign up for shares of Chestnut Hill Farm crops
Grafted Roots' CSA will feature produce grown in town, plus from other local growers. The owners are also advertising jobs at the Southborough farm.
Growers leasing Chestnut Farm Hill fields are promoting a CSA at the farm and seeking workers. Read the full article → from Sign up for shares of Chestnut Hill Farm crops
New survey on Southborough “motif” and signs — Feedback due 5 pm Friday
The study for downtown Wayfinding is wrapping up. The Town is seeking public feedback from the community before the next stage.
A survey asks for feedback on planned downtown signage and the symbol that will be featured as a “motif” symbol for Southborough. Read the full article → from New survey on Southborough “motif” and signs — Feedback due 5 pm Friday