Above: Highlights over the next week include two holiday themed events for families with young children (images of cropped flyers and contributed photo)
There is a lot 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 evening, November 14, 2025
- Safer Spaces Project Fundraiser: Transforming Lives (6:00 pm): Fundraiser for the program supporting LBGTQIA+ youth. It will feature a live and silent auction, paddle raise, and stories of impact. For details, see dedicated post.
- ARHS Football (6:00 pm) @ Algonquin: The Titans are hosting Doherty in the Division 2 consolation series. Attendance to this game is free. (I don’t usually include sports in the week events. But I forgot to include it in Monday’s sports post!)
- D&D Game Night (6:15 – 8:30 pm) @ Mathnasium, 154 Turnpike Rd Suite 160: Registration is required for this free event for ages 11-14. For details, see dedicated post.
- Frankenstein (7:00 pm) @ St. Mark’s School’s Black Box Theater: Students will perform the play by Nick Dear, based on Mary Shelley’s classic gothic novel. Attendance is capped and registered attendees will receive preference. For details, see dedicated post.
- Live Music with Acoustic Menage (8:00 – 11:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: The four person band will perform some of your favorite acoustic songs. For details, click here.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Rita Chad Memorial Dedication (11:30 am – 1:30 pm) @ Southborough Library: The periodicals area is now dedicated to Rita’s memory, and her family and friends will be gathering to remember her and share stories. For details, click here.
- 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.
- Teen Board Games (2:00 – 4:00 pm) @ Southborough Eaton Meeting Room: Teens are invited to play some board games for International Games Month! For details, click here.
- Community Hymn Sing (5:00 pm) @ St Mark’s Episcopal Church, 27 Main St: An informal gathering where people come together to sing their favorite hymns, without worrying about liturgical constraints. For details, see dedicated post.
- Frankenstein (7:00 pm) @ St. Mark’s School’s Black Box Theater: Students will perform the play by Nick Dear, based on Mary Shelley’s classic gothic novel. Attendance is capped and registered attendees will receive preference. For details, see dedicated post.
Sunday, November 16, 2025
- Kids Turkey Trot (9:00 am check-in, races start at 10:00 am) @ Trottier Middle School’s Outdoor Track, 49 Parkerville Road: Annual Thanksgiving season fun run for children, hosted by Southborough Kindergroup. Registration is required for the free event. For details, see dedicated post.
- Assabet Valley Mastersingers Concert (3:30 pm) @ Pilgrim Church, 15 Common St: The regional choral group’s concert, themed “Spirit of the Heart”, features Beethoven’s Mass in C and Maurice Durufle’s Requiem in D. For details, see dedicated post.
Monday, November 17, 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 (10:30 – 11:15 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: Ages 2-5 are invited for stories and a craft based on a weekly theme. No registration required. For details, see related post.
- Rummikub (11:00 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: A new game group for seniors, meeting twice monthly. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
- AVRTHS Half Day: Assabet Valley Regional Tech High School has early dismissal to allow for Professional Development.
- 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.
- Reading Buddies (3:30 – 4:30 pm) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this program (weekly Oct 20th through Dec 15th) that pairs readers in training (ages 5+) with teen reading buddy volunteers. For details, see dedicated post.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
- Preschool Story Time (10:30 – 11:15 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: Ages 2-5 are invited for stories and a craft based on a weekly theme. No registration required. For details, see related post.
- Spicy Ladies Club (11:00 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: A new monthly social group for seniors. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
- Bridge (12:00 pm) @ Southborough Senior Center: A weekly card group, welcoming new participants. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
- Virtual Author Talk (2:00 – 3:00 pm) @ online: Registration is required to take part in the free live talk with Q&A, “Unlock the Secret Language of Connection with Supercommunicator Charles Duhigg”. 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.
- 2nd & 3rd Grade Book Group (4:00 – 5:00 pm) @ Southborough Library, Eaton Room: Monthly Book Club with discussion and activities. Registration is required. For details, see related post.
- Macro Mysteries (time) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this free program for 6th-8th graders. Using a simulated river touch table participants will observe and identify “aquatic macroinvertebrate” creatures and “decode the water’s secrets” For details, see related post.
- Why Mindfulness (7:00 – 8:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this session put on by Southborough Youth & Family Services. Understand the importance of mindfulness practices, the science behind it, and how to integrate it into your daily life. 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, November 19, 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.
- Nature Story Time (1:30 – 2:15 pm) @ Southborough Library, Children’s Room: This free program for 2-5 year olds requires pre-registration. The monthly story and craft series is put on by the Dept of Conservation & Recreation. This month’s focus is “Whose Been Here?”. For details, see related post.
- Meditations for the Nations (4:30 – 5:00 pm) @ St. Mark’s Church Parish Hall, 27 Main St: The church invites community members troubled by “division, unrest, and fear in our country” to share concerns with others and take part in guided and silent meditation. The bi-weekly program is open to all. For details, see dedicated post.
- Paint Plant Pots (4:30 – 5:30 pm) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this free program for ages 8 through teens. Participants are invited to paint a plant pot to take home and grow seeds in at home. For details, see related 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.)
- 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 related post.
Thursday, November 20, 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 (11:00 – 11:30 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: A weekly program for ages 0-2 years with their parents/caregivers. Each session will include puppets and music. No registration required. For details, see related post.
- Thanksgiving Buffet (11:00 am – 12:45 pm) @ Epicurian Room Restaurant in AVRVTHS, 215 Fitchburg St: Assabet Valley’s culinary vocational program will be serving “all of the season’s favorite savory and sweet dishes!”. The cost is $13 per person. Reservations are required by 48 hours in advance here.
- Genealogy Club (2:30 – 4:00 pm) @ Southborough Senior Center: The Club welcomes drop-ins by new members interested in learning more about their own family history and genealogy. The group shares their own experiences and helps each other with research.
- Read to a Dog (4:30 – 5:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: Children ages 5+ can sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. For details, see related post.
- Adult Game Night (6:00 – 8:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: Join fellow gamers to learn and play some new board games! Gamers are invited to try the library’s games or bring their own from home.
- DIY Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop (6:30 pm) @ Gulbankian Florist, 40 Mt Vickery Rd: There is a registration fee and attendance is limited. For details, see related post.
- NSBORO Caregiver Math Info Night (6:30 – 7:30pm) @ Woodward School: Parents/caregivers of students in Northborough or Southborough public elementary schools are invited to learn more about the districts’ new K-5 Math Curriculum (Eureka Math² ).
- Once Upon A Mattress (7:00 – 9:30 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough: The 2025 ARHS Fall Musical is a comedic retelling of The Princess and the Pea. For details, see dedicated post.
- Karaoke (9:00 – 11:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: Weekly Karaoke night. For details, see related post.
Friday, November 21, 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.
- Rhyme Time (11:00 – 11:30 am) @ Southborough Library Children’s Room: Weekly drop-in program for babies and toddlers (and parents/caregivers). Join Ms. Jenny for rhymes, songs, and more fun.
- Canasta (11:15 am) @ Southborough Senior Center: A weekly card group playing “Hand & Foot”. For details, contact the Senior Center at 508-229-4453.
- Tech Time (3:30 – 4:30pm) @ Southborough Library Teen Room: Stop by the library for help with your technological devices. Staff can assist with library apps, research databases, and more!
- Once Upon A Mattress (7:00 – 9:30 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough: The 2025 ARHS Fall Musical is a comedic retelling of The Princess and the Pea. For details, see dedicated post.
- Live Music with Dave Parker (8:00 pm) @ Owen O’Leary’s, 50 Turnpike Rd: The singer/musician will entertain with a mix of classic hits and crowd favorites.. For details, click here.
Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Painting With Julie (4:30 – 5:30 pm) @ Southborough Library: Registration is required for this free program for kids ages 8-12 to paint “A Bear in Winter”. For details, see related post.
- Photos with Santa to benefit local organizations (2:00 – 4:00pm) @ Aurora Aesthetics and Wellness Center, 54 Central St: The event is free, but community members are encouraged to make a donation to Southboro Free Fridge & Project Just Because. For details, see dedicated post.
- ARHS Dodgeball Tournament (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough: Co-Ed Dodgeball competition for 1st-8th graders. Team registration is due by Friday, November 14th, but anyone can attend to cheer players on. For details, see dedicated post.
- Once Upon A Mattress (7:00 – 9:30 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough: The 2025 ARHS Fall Musical is a comedic retelling of The Princess and the Pea. For details, see dedicated post.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
- Winter Market (10:00 am – 3:00 pm) @ where: Shop locally this holiday season at Southborough’s annual sale featuring local artisans and vendors. Find handmade items for everyone on your shopping list or book a holiday photoshoot. For details, see dedicated post.
- Heritage Chorale Concert (4:00 pm) @ St. Mark’s School, Putnam Family Arts Center: The fall concert will feature Mozart’s Requiem. For details, see dedicated post.
- St. Mark’s Messy Church (4:00 – 6:00 pm) @ St Mark’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 27 Main St: A worship experience for busy families of younger kids. Includes a Bible story theme with activities, crafts, and a shared meal. For details, see related post.
