My Southborough

SOLF Presents: Who is the Culprit?

The latest in Southborough Open Land Foundation's The Nature of Southborough series.

by guest on September 17, 2024

Above: Have you been blaming the wrong plant for your hayfever based on what you see in bloom when your allergies act up? (photos contributed by SOLF)

[This post is part of a special guest series focused on appreciating nature in Southborough, contributed by the Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving and stewarding natural resources here in town.]

Got hay Fever? One of these plants is responsible for it and the other often gets blamed!
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SYFS offers mental health learning your schedule

Book an info session on supporting people with Depression, Anxiety, or ADHD, Listening/Speaking with LOVE, Navigating the Mental Health System, Preventing Suicides, or just learning about the department's services.

by Beth Melo on September 17, 2024

SYFS is announcing a more flexible way for people to learn about mental health topics that can help them, their loved ones, or even groups of colleagues. Read the full article → from SYFS offers mental health learning your schedule

Wee Care Open House to celebrate 30 yrs — Saturday

by Beth Melo on September 17, 2024

A Southborough daycare is celebrating 30 years of caring for wee ones. Wee Care for Little People is inviting their friends to join them for an Open House this Saturday. Read the full article → from Wee Care Open House to celebrate 30 yrs — Saturday

“Young Scientists” returns to the Library this week

Sign 3-6 year olds up for the free hands-on STEM learning program

by Beth Melo on September 17, 2024

The Southborough Library is again hosting a 6-week Young Scientists program for kids aged 3-6. Read the full article → from “Young Scientists” returns to the Library this week

Obituary: Richard J. “Dick” Walsh, 92

by Beth Melo on September 17, 2024

Richard J. “Dick” Walsh, 92, of Northborough passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was the husband of Doris A. (Donovan) Walsh. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard J. “Dick” Walsh, 92

The week in sports

by Beth Melo on September 16, 2024

Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports

Bend and Snap Party this Friday

The Legally Blonde themed party will raise funds for the Curtain Up's production of the musical coming to Southborough this fall.

by Beth Melo on September 16, 2024

A local community theater group is promoting some silly fun at a fundraiser in Southborough this week. The event will especially be of interest to those who are big fans of Legally Blonde. Read the full article → from Bend and Snap Party this Friday

The week in government

Select Board, Combined and Regional School Committees, and more

by Beth Melo on September 16, 2024

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

Obituary: Mary Ann (Kling) Phillips, 92

by Beth Melo on September 16, 2024

Mary Ann (Kling) Phillips, 92, formerly of Southborough and Norwood, died peacefully in the presence of her family, on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary Ann (Kling) Phillips, 92

Obituary: Jean Mary (Belval) deCastro, 86

by Beth Melo on September 16, 2024

Jean Mary (Belval) deCastro, 86, of Westborough, and formerly of Southborough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept 11, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jean Mary (Belval) deCastro, 86

ARHS: “With Deep Sadness: The Loss of Mr. Richard Walsh”

by Beth Melo on September 15, 2024

The Algonquin Regional High School community is mourning the loss of a long time, beloved staff member — Dick Walsh. The former longtime coach, who continued to play an active role in campus life until very recently, died yesterday at the age of 92. Read the full article → from ARHS: “With Deep Sadness: The Loss of Mr. Richard Walsh”

Events this week (Updated)

Yoga on Trails, Pollination Garden Potluck, Outdoor Movie, Rally Sunday, Art & Poetry on the Trails, Young Scientists, Applefest, Bend & Snap, Laser Cutting for teens, and more

by Beth Melo on September 13, 2024

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)

Shelf Help: A book group focused on self-help

SYFS & the Library are teaming up to offer a special "community book discussion group", a few chapters at a time. The first topic is Child Anxiety and/or OCD.

by Beth Melo on September 13, 2024

Whether you like the genre, or you are especially interested in the first topic tackled, you may want to join a new book group organized by the Town. Read the full article → from Shelf Help: A book group focused on self-help

Mosquito update

Southborough is still at low risk but should continue to take precautions

by Beth Melo on September 13, 2024

Although the health risks mosquitos pose are still low in Southborough, residents should take actions to protect themselves (and be aware of regions where risks are higher.) Read the full article → from Mosquito update

Alan Belniak on A friendlier Special Town Meeting – Sept 30 (Updated – again): “I welcome these changes and thank the Clerk and all of the staff who make Town Meeting happen for incorporating…” Sep 12, 21:14

Catherine Weber on Art on the Trails closing ceremony — September 15: “Thank you, Beth! I can’t believe that this is our 8th year!” Sep 6, 14:40

John Mauro on Downtown digging next week (Updated): “I do not know why they have ignored the two crossings in Southborough (Central St. & Main St) for so…” Sep 4, 15:43

Jim Foley on Obituary: Raymond T. Minnucci, 91: “I have much admiration and respect for Rays service to our country and our small town community. His ability to…” Sep 3, 18:02

Kim Vercoe on Downtown digging next week (Updated): “Thank you Paul and Beth for your info….I was about to head over to Central Street with my yardstick a…” Aug 31, 11:55