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Photo Gallery: Veterans Day 2026

by Beth Melo on November 12, 2026

Veterans Day 2026 parade and Observances (photo by Beth Melo)

Above: The public showed their appreciation for the service and sacrifices of current and past members of the military at the annual Veterans Day observance hosted by Town veterans. (photo by Beth Melo)

The sun shone down yesterday morning on the Southborough Veterans, Town Officials, scouts, and community members gathered to honor members of the military who have served our country.

The event included the traditional procession from the Community House to the All Wars Memorial, followed by patriotic songs, speeches, the reading of Flanders Field, a gun salute, and the playing of taps to remember both veterans who passed since last year and former community members who died in service long ago.

Here are my photo highlights from yesterday morning’s traditional observances:

Scouting for Food is this Saturday

Reminder: The town wide collection for the Food Pantry is this weekend.

by Beth Melo on November 10, 2026

Town scouts will be picking up contributions for the Southborough Food Pantry from neighborhoods all over town this Saturday. Read the full article → from Scouting for Food is this Saturday

Save the Dates for Christmas/Holiday fun in 2026 (Updated)

by Beth Melo on November 10, 2026

Thanksgiving is over two weeks away. But it’s the time of year when I’m already getting a slew of requests from eager event organizers to get the word out to readers about events celebrating Christmas/winter holidays.

So, here’s my annual big save-the-date list. Read the full article → from Save the Dates for Christmas/Holiday fun in 2026 (Updated)

Sign Up for a Stained Glass Workshops

Rec is offering four more one-off special classes with special themes for Adults & Teens.

by Beth Melo on November 10, 2026

This fall and winter, Southborough Recreation is offering more one-night only workshops to make stained glass decorations. Registration is open for participants ages 13+ (with a fee). Read the full article → from Sign Up for a Stained Glass Workshops

Symphony Pro Musica concerts this weekend

A "pops" style section of the orchestra concert will include fife & drums

by Beth Melo on November 10, 2026

A reader reached out to remind me that he’s among multiple Southborough musicians are part of the Symphony Pro Musica regional orchestra. They hope the community will join them at one of their two “Happy Birthday, America!” concerts this weekend, celebrating the nation’s 250th. Read the full article → from Symphony Pro Musica concerts this weekend

Winter Clothing Drive

A teen ambassador for Cradles to Crayons has placed collection bins at local restaurants.

by Beth Melo on November 10, 2026

Three Neary students are asking the community to: “Help people who do not have enough money to afford clothes for their bodies, school supplies for their education, and toys for their kids.” Read the full article → from Winter Clothing Drive

Sign up to decorate Gingerbread Houses at the Library

by Beth Melo on November 9, 2026

Would your kids like to create a fun/whimsical Gingerbread House? Sign them up for the Library’s event next month. Read the full article → from Sign up to decorate Gingerbread Houses at the Library

ARHS Postseason Update

Girls Soccer in, Field Hockey and Football out

by Beth Melo on November 9, 2026

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 ARHS Postseason Update

Veterans Day on Wednesday

Southborough holds its annual observances on the day of the holiday.

by Beth Melo on November 9, 2026

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

SPD announced arrest of suspect for alleged assault on officers, resulting in an injury

by Beth Melo on November 9, 2026

The Southborough Police Department issued a press release on Friday morning about an arrest made, and an officer injured during the incident. Read the full article → from SPD announced arrest of suspect for alleged assault on officers, resulting in an injury

The week in government (Updated)

School Committee, Elementary School Building Committee, Governance Study Public Listening Session, and more

by Beth Melo on November 9, 2026

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)

Events this week (Updated)

Veterans Luncheon & Veterans Day, Southborough Gardeners’ November Guest Day, K-8 half days, Fall crafts for tweens & teens, Plant a Terrarium, Governance Study Public Listening Session, Safer Spaces fundraiser, Bollywood Workout fundraiser for Neary, Kids Turkey Trot, and more

by Beth Melo on November 8, 2026

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)

Weekend-at-a-Glance

Shrek the Musical, Live Music, Women Who Stirred the Teapot, Art Receptions, and more

by Beth Melo on November 6, 2026

I ran out of time today to put together events for the week. So, for now, here’s a quick look at what’s on tap this weekend. Read the full article → from Weekend-at-a-Glance

Letter: The Holiday Giving Program Needs Your Support

by guest on November 6, 2026

My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: The Holiday Giving Program Needs Your Support

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