The Community Advocate covered the unusual hobby of a Southborough resident who graduated from Algonquin this summer. Read the full article → from CA: With over 27,000 subscribers, this Southborough teen is on the forefront of fire safety
As I’ve previously posted, Southborough Recreation is holding Summer Block Parties this month. The first one takes place tonight, (Wednesday, July 9th). To add to the fun, Rec has invited a special visitor to mingle with the crowd — Smiley the Woo Mascot. Read the full article → from Tonight’s Summer Block Party will feature the Woo Mascot
Last month, the Select Board gave the Southborough Fire Chief the greenlight to launch a Jr. Fire Academy for teens ages 14-18. Read the full article → from SFD working to develop Jr. Fire Academy
For ten years, a pollinator garden at Breakneck Hill has served as a “Beecology” research site for “how creating functional pollination systems can help preserve biodiversity.”
This Saturday, the Open Space Preservation Commission and Stewardship Committee are celebrating the milestone by inviting the public to tour the garden and learn about the “significant gains in populations of at-risk pollinators. Read the full article → from Biodiversity Through Pollination Garden Tour — Saturday
Residents can get a steep discount for golfing at the Town owned club on Tuesdays this month. Read the full article → from Discount Golf on Tuesdays in July
The Southborough Library is organizing a “Puzzle Competition” a week from tomorrow. Pre-registration is required for the free event. Read the full article → from Puzzle Competition at the Library
The virtual author talk series offered through the Southborough Library has ramped up for summer reading. Not only are there more frequent talks in July, but many are targeted to kids on school break (Pre-K through high school). Read the full article → from Virtual Author Talks for kids, teens, and adults
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 (Updated)
Josephine M. Pessini, 93, of Fayville, died Thursday, July 3, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham. Read the full article → from Obituary: Josephine Pessini, 93
Charles E. Gobron, 81, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Charles Edward Gobron
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend. Plus, a quick look at the greater region over the holiday weekend. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
If you like fresh blueberries, and enjoy doing the picking yourself, it’s time to look at the local options. And if that fruit’s not your jam, maybe another crop is. Read the full article → from Where to pick fruit this summer
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
If you’re looking for something to do in town during daylight hours (alone or with family/friends), this month is a great time to explore the trails at Beals Preserve. I’m sharing an update, with a focus on organizers’ annual Call for Poetry. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails beckons; Inspired poetry due July 31st