Events this week

Above: A sample of Southborough events over the next week. (images from flyers and promos)

Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend.

(The gray font below is for previously established long running events that take place weekly or bi-weekly.)

Friday, May 2, 2025

• Woodward’s Glow in the Dark Dance (6:30 – 8:30 pm) @ Woodward Elementary School Gym: This dance is for Woodward School students with a “favorite adult” guest. The fundraiser is for (and organized by) Woodward SOS (Southborough Organization for Schools). For details, click here.
• WCC Spring Concert (7:30 pm) @ Gibbons Middle School, 20 Fisher St, Westborough: The Westborough Community Chorus (including Southborough members) will perform favorites from Disney movies.. For details, see dedicated post.
• Live Music with Z Company (8:00 – 10:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: The six seasoned musicians will perform hits. For details, click here .
• Live Music with MDM Project (10:00 – 11:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: The classic rock acoustic style band will perform classic rock to one hit wonders, and more. For details, restaurant website or click here .

Saturday, May 3, 2025

• NECC 5K Walk/Run for Autism (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) @ Neary School campus and surrounding area: The annual 5K for The New England Center for Children to support autism research and education. For details, see dedicated post.
• Sit & Knit (2:00 – 4:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: Semi-monthly program for ages 18+ to drop in and work on your latest knitting or crochet projects while you enjoy the company of fellow yarn crafters in a relaxed social setting. All levels are welcome but no formal instruction will be given.
• WCC Spring Concert (7:30 pm) @ Gibbons Middle School, 20 Fisher St, Westborough: The Westborough Community Chorus (including Southborough members) will perform favorites from Disney movies. For details, see dedicated post.
• AVM Concert (8:00 pm) @ Whitcomb Middle School, 25 Union St, Marlborough: Assabet Valley Mastersingers’ final concert of the season is “If We Come Together – Songs of Hope and Aspiration”. For details, see dedicated post. 

Sunday, May 4, 2025

• Touch-A-Truck (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) @ Woodward School, Lower Lot: This public event with town vehicles is put on by Southborough Recreation. The first half hour is a “Sensory friendly time”. For details, see dedicated post.
• GonkPlex SoccerFest for the Jimmy Fund (1:00 – 4:00 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School: Kids are encouraged to form their own team of players to sign up for the fun 3v3 soccer tournament benefitting Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund.. For details, see dedicated post.
• WCC Spring Concert (2:00 pm) @ Gibbons Middle School, 20 Fisher St, Westborough: The Westborough Community Chorus (including Southborough members) will perform favorites from Disney movies.. For details, see dedicated post.
• NACC Spring Concert (3:00 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School: The Northborough Area Community Chorus (including Southborough members) will perform “All That… & Jazz” Featuring Jazz, R&B, 70’s and more! Tickets available online and at the door for $5 each. For details, see dedicated post.

Monday, May 5, 2025

• Walking Group for Seniors (8:30 am) @ Trottier Middle School’s outdoor track: Free weekly walking group organized by the Southborough Senior Center. Walkers generally go for an hour, but continue for as long as you wish. The location is a loop, so feel free to join late.
• Preschool Story Time for MHAM  (10:30 – 11:15 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: SYFS will take part in the library’s regular drop-in story times for kids ages 2-5 with stories and crafts. This week’s focus will be connection and empathy in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. No registration required.
• Knitting Club & Quilting Club (1:00 pm) @ Southborough Senior Center: Weekly opportunity for senior crafters to work on their projects in a social setting, including knitting, sewing, cross stitching, needle point. For details, see related post.
• Therapy Dog (4:00 – 5:00 pm) @ Southborough Library, Eaton Meeting Room: Destress and relax by spending some time with a certified therapy dog. For all ages. For details, see related post.
• Neary Building Project Forum (8:30 pm) @ zoom: Presentation and Q&A on the building project. For details, see related post.

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

• Preschool Story Time for MHAM (10:30 – 11:15 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: SYFS will take part in the library’s regular drop-in story times for kids ages 2-5 with stories and crafts. This week’s focus will be connection and empathy in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. No registration required.
• Bridge (12:00 pm) @ Southborough Senior Center: A weekly card group, welcoming new participants. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
• Neary Building Project Financial Forum (12:30 pm) @ zoom: Presentation and Q&A on the costs and financing of the building project. For details, see related post.
• Cook Book Club (6:30 – 8:30 pm) @ Southborough Library, main floor: This month, select recipes from This month’s featured book is Preppy Kitchen Super Easy: 100 Simple and Versatile Recipes by John Kanell to make share at the gathering. New participants are encouraged and all ages and partners welcome.  Email your selected dish in advance to msorensen@southboroughma.com. For details, see related post..
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night (8:00 – 10:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: Weekly Trivia game night with prizes. For details, see dedicated post.

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

• Walking Group for Seniors (8:30 am) @ Southborough cemetery, 11 Cordaville Road: Free weekly walking group organized by the Southborough Senior Center. Walkers generally go for an hour, but continue for as long as you wish. The location is a loop, so feel free to join late.
• Young Scientists STEM Beginnings (1:15 – 2:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: This is a free series for children, ages 3-6 to learn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts through hands-on activities, story time and simple experiments. For details, see dedicated post.
• Virtual Author Talk (2:00 – 3:00 pm) @ online: Registration is required to take part in the free live talk with Q&A, “How to Use Anxiety to Thrive with Dr. David H. Rosmarin“. This is part of the Southborough Library’s virtual series featuring bestselling, award-winning, and highly acclaimed authors from around the world. For details, see related post.
• TLT: Friendship Bracelets (4:30 – 5:30 pm) @ Southborough Library Main Floor: The library holds a monthly Teen Library Team volunteer program for ages 10-18 to drop in and make projects for others in need. This month participants will make Friendship Bracelets. For details, see dedicated post.
• Southborough Rotary Club (7:00 – 8:00 pm) @ Southborough Library, main floor: Regular meeting of the Rotary Club of Southborough. New and prospective members are always welcome. (Held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month.)
• The Friends of the Southborough Library Meeting (7:30 – 8:45 pm) @ zoom: Monthly Meeting of The Friends of the Southborough Library to discuss funding library programs and planning for upcoming fundraisers. We’re always happy for members/prospective members to join us! Learn more by visiting bit.ly/sblibfriends
• Neary Building Project Financial Forum (8:00 pm) @ zoom: Presentation and Q&A on the costs and financing of the building project. For details, see related post.
• Live Blues Jam n’ Open Mic (8:00 – 11:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: Come play or sing with the house band and fellow musical talent, or just enjoy the show. For details, see restaurant website.

Thursday, May 8, 2025

• Mah Jongg (10:00 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: The weekly program would love new players to join. Feel free to stop by to watch or talk to one of the players to see if you would be interested. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
• Baby/Toddler Storytime for MHAM (11:00 – 11:45 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: SYFS will take part in the library’s regular drop-in story time for ages 0-2 years (with their parents/caregivers) featuring  puppets and music. This week’s focus will be connection and empathy in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. No registration required.
• Cooking Noodles from Scratch (5:30 – 7:30 pm) @ zoom: Part of the Southborough Library’s free virtual cooking series, “Cooking with Ploy”. Pre-registration is required, and registered participants will receive a shopping list in advance to prepare for the class. This month make hand pulled noodle dishes. To register and get the shopping list, click here.
• DIY Floral Workshop (6:30 – 8:00 pm) @ Gulbankian Florist, 40 Mt Vickery Rd: There is a registration fee and attendance is limited for this workshop to create a Mother’s Day Centerpiece. For details, see click here.
• Candidates’ Night (6:30 – 8:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: A public forum for voters to hear from candidates for the Southborough Town Election on May 13th. For details, see dedicated post.
• Karaoke (9:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: Come and be the star. DJ and Karaoke at Owens every Thursday.

Friday, May 9, 2025

• Dull Men’s Club (10:00 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: Casual social club for senior men. New members are always welcome to drop in. For details, see dedicated post.
• Canasta (10:00 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: A weekly card group playing “Hand & Foot”. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
• Kids Jam (11:00 – 11:30 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: Newborns through preschoolers are invited to dance and sing. No registration necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southborough Library. For details, see related post.
• Reading Buddies (3:30 – 4:45 pm) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this program (weekly through May 16th) that pairs readers in training (ages 3 +) with a teen reading buddy. For details, see dedicated post.
• Live Music with Papa Don’t Preach (8:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: The classic rock and pop, electrified group will perform. For details, click here .
• NSBORO Relay for Life (8:00 pm – 8:00 am) @ Algonquin Regional High School: The 12 hr relay walk (with activities) honors those affected by cancer, celebrates survivors, and raises funds for the American Cancer Society. (Registration costs $25, but to stay overnight, participants must raise at least $100.) To sign up, click here.

Saturday, May 10, 2025

• Special Town Meeting (9:00 am) @ Algonquin Regional High School: All registered Southborough voters are invited to vote on whether or not to fund the proposed Neary School Building project (replacing the current school with a new 4 grade school). For details, see related posts.
• Saturdays at Fay School (9:00 – 11:00 am) @ Fay School: Fay is inviting young kids with their parents for free fun with trackless train rides and music on the Playground, but pre-registration is required. For details, click here.
• Spring Market (12:00 – 4:00 pm) @ Apothecary Artists, 11 Main St: Shop for some self-care or gifts for moms, graduates, etc. Or sign up for a mini photo shoot. For details, click here.
• Read to a Dog (3:00 – 4:00 pm) @ Southborough Library, Children’s Room: Register for kids ages 5+ to get a chance to read to a therapy dog. For details, see related post.
• Artist Reception (1:00 – 3:00 pm) @ Southborough Library, main floor: Reception for Theresa Kniaz, whose artwork is on exhibit through June 30th. Light refreshments will be served. For details, see dedicated post.