As always, Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day Observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Veterans Day on Wednesday
I’m alerting readers that rate changes are coming for the Town’ negotiated aggregate electricity supply program. That means it’s a good time to look at any changes customers want to make. It’s also an opportunity for new customers to opt-in, since rates are lower than National Grid’s residential power rates. Read the full article → from Higher power rates are coming next month
The Dept of Public Works asked me to warn readers about construction on expected to take place on a large section of Route 85 most of the day tomorrow and Monday. Read the full article → from Rte 85 roadwork on Wednesday & Monday
As we head into the holiday season, more residents than ever may be struggling to make ends meet for themselves or their families. As the Town prepares to launch its new season of the “Holiday Giving Drive”, residents who need the extra help are encouraged to apply soon. Below are the details on how to do that this year.
And for any readers interested in supporting the drive, it’s not too soon. (Scroll down for those details.) Read the full article → from Apply for “Holiday Giving Program” Help
To raise funds for Southborough’s 300th anniversary celebrations in two years, the Tricentennial Committee has been selling engraved bricks. The fundraiser will end mid-November in order to get the bricks laid in time for the celebrations. Read the full article → from Tricentennial Brick Fundraiser is wrapping up
Town scouts will be picking up contributions for the Southborough Food Pantry from neighborhoods all over town in a few weeks. Read the full article → from Save the Date: Scouting for Food — Nov 14
Above: SYFS announced its completed relocated from the southside to downtown, and is promoting a survey on youth substance abuse. (images edited from logos and Google maps and flyer) Southborough Youth & Family Services recently moved into their new (but very old) home. The Town agency is also promoting another substance abuse survey that they Read the full article → from SYFS news: New office and a Parent/Caregiver survey request
Northborough and Southborough Public Schools asked me to remind readers throughout the year of their continual need for substitutes. Those include not only teachers, but people willing to fill in for Food Services positions, and qualified to be Substitute Nurses.
While I’m sharing that, I’m also listing their latest job openings, including full time and part time opportunities, since my previous post. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools seeking Substitutes for Food Services, Teachers, and Nurses
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
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
[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
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!
If you’re looking for a way to spend some quality time with family/friends in town this fall — before it gets too cold to enjoy — make plans to hang out at the newly enhanced downtown Heritage Park.
This month, the Town added new equipment that should give the community a reason to make the most of the public space. Read the full article → from Enjoy Activities in Heritage Park
[The following information was sponsored by CrossFit SOBO)
For Michelle O’Rourke and Kasia Dodman, CrossFit SOBO is more than a gym, it’s a community they were both part of long before they became business partners. Read the full article → from Meet the Women Behind CrossFit SOBO