Head elf Nancy Gould enjoyed a bird’s-eye view of Southborough on Saturday when she got to accompany Santa on his helicopter flight into town. It’s a view most of us will never see. Read the full article → from Santa’s helpers say thanks
Southborough Arts & Entertainment
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School holiday concerts this week and next
‘Tis the season for school holiday concerts, and there are several coming up in the next two weeks. Read the full article → from School holiday concerts this week and next
Photos: Santa arrives in dramatic fashion
The rain (mostly) held off for Santa’s arrival on Saturday. What drizzle there was couldn’t dampen the spirits of the kids who showed up to greet him. Here are some images from the annual event. Read the full article → from Photos: Santa arrives in dramatic fashion
A map of open studios in Southborough this weekend
When I was putting together the definitive Southborough shopping and gift guide yesterday, I realized many local artisans have open houses this weekend. For those of you who want to do some studio-hopping, here’s a map to help you out. View Southborough open studios in December in a larger map Read the full article → from A map of open studios in Southborough this weekend
So many options for holiday cheer this weekend

It’s a busy, busy weekend in Southborough, and one filled with lots of holiday fun. The best part is all the action happens right downtown, so you can park and then walk from one event to the next. Here’s a recap of all the options. Read the full article → from So many options for holiday cheer this weekend
Southborough Historical Society Museum open on Saturday

If you’ve never visited the Southborough Historical Society Museum located behind Pilgrim Church, now’s your chance. The museum will be open special hours on Saturday to showcase their exhibits on historic Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Society Museum open on Saturday
St. Mark’s Christmas Bazaar on Saturday
There’s oh-so-much holiday goodness going on this weekend. Here’s another event to add to the list. St. Mark’s will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Parish Hall. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Christmas Bazaar on Saturday
Reminder: Santa arrives on Saturday!

Don’t forget, Santa will make his annual pilgrimage to Southborough on Saturday, landing via helicopter on St. Mark’s field at 12:00 pm. Then he’ll head over to the Community House for pictures with the kids. Read the full article → from Reminder: Santa arrives on Saturday!
Pilgrim Church to present Handel’s Messiah on Sunday

It’s an annual holiday tradition at Pilgrim Church: a performance of G.F. Handel’s The Messiah. And this year it happens on Sunday, December 6. Read the full article → from Pilgrim Church to present Handel’s Messiah on Sunday
Last weekend for juried art show

The annual juried art show at the Southborough Arts Center closes on December 1, so this is your last weekend to check it out, and I assure you it’s worth a visit. Read the full article → from Last weekend for juried art show
A weekend of arts and crafts in Southborough
If it’s arts and crafts you like, you’ll be thrilled about the offerings in Southborough this weekend. On Sunday it’s a holiday art sale and open studio on Chestnut Hill Road. On Saturday, local artisans will gather at the Community House for Holiday Gifts on the Common. Local crafters and artisans, including Southborough’s own Judy Read the full article → from A weekend of arts and crafts in Southborough
Save the date for Santa Day, sponsors needed

As is his custom, Santa Claus will swoop into Southborough via helicopter on Saturday, December 5. So mark the date and start making your list. He’ll arrive at 12:00 pm on St. Mark’s field, and then head over to the Community House for pictures with the kids. There will be crafts, holiday music, and refreshments Read the full article → from Save the date for Santa Day, sponsors needed
Holiday gift sale and open studio on Sunday
The opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts continues this weekend with a holiday gift sale at the home studio of Chestnut Hill Road resident Pamela Esty. Artists from Southborough and surrounding towns will gather to show and sell their work. The event will feature painted tiles, ceramics, carvings, art shelves, bead art, scarves, children’s books, photography, Read the full article → from Holiday gift sale and open studio on Sunday
What to do this weekend – so many choices!
If it’s art and music you’re looking for, there’s little need to venture beyond our own borders this weekend. Even if you’re hoping to get some early holiday shopping done, you’ll find it right in Southborough. And if you need some kid-free time on Saturday, the Pilgrim Church Youth Group is offering babysitting at the Read the full article → from What to do this weekend – so many choices!