The week in government
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
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Obituary: Margaret “Peg” (Furlong) McCarthy, 85
Margaret Anne “Peg” (Furlong) McCarthy, 85, of Southborough, died peacefully Thursday, May 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Margaret “Peg” (Furlong) McCarthy, 85
Events this week
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
TLT: Teens to make Friendship Bracelets for Mental Health Awareness Month
The Southborough Library is inviting middle and high schoolers to bring some cheer to a nursing home this month and make blankets for children next month. Read the full article → from TLT: Teens to make Friendship Bracelets for Mental Health Awareness Month
Regional choral concerts this weekend
This weekend is another good one for music lovers. Three regional choral groups with Southborough members will be holding concerts in neighboring towns.
Though some performances overlap, its possible to attend concerts by all three. Read the full article → from Regional choral concerts this weekend
Common Street Concerts launching May 17th
A Southborough church is relaunching a music series, starting with a successful vocal group and guests from a local school. Read the full article → from Common Street Concerts launching May 17th
Senior Center Update and Spring Programs
The Southborough Senior Center opens registration tomorrow (Friday) morning for May and June programs.
I’m sharing what they have in store. But I’m also sharing the big news on a “Transition Time” the Senior Center is going through due to big staffing changes. Read the full article → from Senior Center Update and Spring Programs
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Neary Building Committee Updates (Updated)
Yesterday, the Town posted information about more upcoming forums for residents to ask questions about the Neary Building Project. (Reminder, one is tonight!)
And last night, the Neary Building Committee sent me a letter they are issuing to the public with answers to some FAQs. Read the full article → from Neary Building Committee Updates (Updated)
Grab a “Mini Art Kit” and take part in an Art Show
Today kicks off Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM). Not coincidentally, this morning the Southborough Library is giving away grab and go “Mini Art Kits”. Read the full article → from Grab a “Mini Art Kit” and take part in an Art Show
Safety instruction classes: Safe @ Home, Babysitting, and CPR/AED
To prepare for summer, Southborough Recreation is again offering multiple classes for tweens and teens to learn about how to safely take care of themselves or others.
One of the options is a course that adults can also take advantage of to learn how to respond in an emergency. Read the full article → from Safety instruction classes: Safe @ Home, Babysitting, and CPR/AED
APTO needs help: Please donate to/sponsor the Junior Post Prom Party
Algonquin planned to bring back its revamped “JPPP”. Now they need donations and sponsorships to help make the affordable un for students possible. Read the full article → from APTO needs help: Please donate to/sponsor the Junior Post Prom Party
Go Green for Mental Health Awareness this Friday
For the past few years, the agency has been encouraging the community to wear green and/or don green ribbons in early May to kick off Mental Health Awareness Month.
This year, Southborough will Go Green this Friday, May 2nd. Read the full article → from Go Green for Mental Health Awareness this Friday
Obituary: Michael Petersante, 75
Michael Petersante, 75, of Boston, formerly of Southborough passed away Sunday Apr. 27th after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Michael Petersante, 75