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“Nurture & Network” with Friends of SYC — Friday evening

Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission & Theracopia are holding an open house to encourage volunteering. Drop-in for some self-care!

by Beth Melo on March 26, 2026

Above: Friends of SYC is asking adult community members to attend their open house tomorrow night. (images cropped from flyer)

Whether you’re looking for a way to “Give Back”, an opportunity to “Connect”, or weary/achy/stressed and in desperate need to “Recharge” — make plans to drop-in to an open house tomorrow evening (Friday, March 27th).¹

Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission are seeking volunteers. Theracopia Therapeutic Wellness Center is partnering to help by providing free wellness incentives for the public to attend and learn more. Read the full article →

Former Southborough CFO charged with embezzlement

A Southborough development firm's CEO is accusing a former employee of embezzling over $1.3M.

by Beth Melo on March 26, 2026

The Worcester Telegram is reporting that a Southborough based developer is pursuing criminal and civil charges against its former CFO for alleged embezzlement. Read the full article → from Former Southborough CFO charged with embezzlement

Sustainable Gardening — April 4th

by Beth Melo on March 26, 2026

The Southborough Library is bringing back Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens for another gardening workshop a week from Saturday. This time the focus is on “how to garden sustainably”.

The program is appropriate for teens and adults. Read the full article → from Sustainable Gardening — April 4th

SOS Textile Drive & Merch Store

Friday to Sunday: Bring out your bags of old clothes and textiles to Woodward to benefit all Southborough Schools. And now through Monday, shop for Southborough branded items.

by Beth Melo on March 25, 2026

Southborough Organization for Schools (SOS) asked me to share news about two fundraisers. One of them is taking place over the weekend. The other is running now through Monday. Read the full article → from SOS Textile Drive & Merch Store

Southborough Youth & Family Services March & April newsletter

This month agency is spotlighting Unplugging and the Mental Health of Women & Girls.

by Beth Melo on March 25, 2026

Southborough Youth & Family Services asked me to share news about it’s latest bi-monthly newsletter. The March & April letter includes this month’s focus on Women & Girls and the annual community invitation to “Unplug”. Read the full article → from Southborough Youth & Family Services March & April newsletter

3+ yr olds can sign up to be paired with teens as “Reading Buddies”

by Beth Melo on March 25, 2026

The Southborough Library is promoting the next session of a series for “readers in training”. The program partner kids with teen “Buddies” for six weeks, to encourage reading. The program is now available for kids as young as 3 years old. Read the full article → from 3+ yr olds can sign up to be paired with teens as “Reading Buddies”

Town Election: Who is on the ballot & Candidate’s Night

There will be a Select Board race. Plus, there will be an unopposed changing of the guard for a few positions.

by Beth Melo on March 25, 2026

Now that the deadline for running for office has passed, I’m updating on who is running in a contested race, who is taking on a new role (or leaving their seats), and the upcoming forum for candidates to answer voters’ questions. Read the full article → from Town Election: Who is on the ballot & Candidate’s Night

Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” (Noll) Hostage, 93

by Beth Melo on March 25, 2026

Dorothy Noll “Dot” Hostage passed away peacefully at her home in Vero Beach, Florida, on March 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” (Noll) Hostage, 93

Virtual Author Talks through April

This week & next month, Southborough Library patrons can join zoom author talks for children, teens, and adults.

by Beth Melo on March 24, 2026

The Southborough Library is continuing to offer the virtual author talk series. Most are targeted to adults, but a talk this Thursday evening is geared to kids in grades K–3, and one next month features a young adult author. Read the full article → from Virtual Author Talks through April

Trottier Roof Replacement headed to Town Meeting (Updated)

Despite a grant from the state, replacing the middle school's larger, more complicated roof will cost even more than the Neary roof.

by Beth Melo on March 24, 2026

Even after significant assistance from the state, Southborough’s share of the Trottier Middle School roof replacement project is estimated at $5.4M. Read the full article → from Trottier Roof Replacement headed to Town Meeting (Updated)

NECC Art Show — April 16th

RSVP by April 10th for the annual fundraising reception with silent auction. (Or save the date to bid online.)

by Beth Melo on March 24, 2026

You can support “the children of NECC” by bidding on art at a downtown reception next month. Read the full article → from NECC Art Show — April 16th

“Seed Art & Mosaics” and the return of the Youth Nature Club

This season's first meeting of the "club" of 6th - 12th grade volunteers interested in exploring nature will feature a creative craft.

by Beth Melo on March 24, 2026

The library is resuming a club of young volunteers that explored and tended its gardens last year. Read the full article → from “Seed Art & Mosaics” and the return of the Youth Nature Club

Obituary: Carol Ann (Clough) Cronin, 88

by Beth Melo on March 24, 2026

Carol Ann (Clough) Cronin, 88, of Southborough, Mass., and West Dennis, Mass., passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, after a prolonged (but valiantly fought!) fight against cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Carol Ann (Clough) Cronin, 88

Interboro Community Band Spring Concert – March 29th (Updated)

by Beth Melo on March 23, 2026

The Interboro Community Band is playing its annual Spring Concert this weekend. Read the full article → from Interboro Community Band Spring Concert – March 29th (Updated)

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