As in year’s past, Boy Scout Troop 1 will remove your Christmas tree for a small fee. (Or free for veterans, seniors and public safety personnel.) Read the full article → from Christmas Tree pickup – January 8th
Charitible Events
Coverage of fundraisers and other events related to charity. Focus on events in Southborough or raising money for a local cause.
Jingle fundraiser for pediatric patients

Last year, a Southborough resident sold jingle bells for a good cause and a feel-good Christmas Eve event. She’s organizing an encore this year. Read the full article → from Jingle fundraiser for pediatric patients
Events this week: Restoring native pollinator habitats, Noise Bylaw Forum, Fill a Cruiser, Read to a Dog, and Messiah Sing
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Restoring native pollinator habitats, Noise Bylaw Forum, Fill a Cruiser, Read to a Dog, and Messiah Sing
Weekend at a Glance: Seussical Kids, Art & Gift Sale, and Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Weekend at a Glance: Seussical Kids, Art & Gift Sale, and Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling
Events this week: Drop-in Ornaments, Senior Conference, Seussical Kids, and Art & Gift Sale (Updated – again)

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Drop-in Ornaments, Senior Conference, Seussical Kids, and Art & Gift Sale (Updated – again)
Weekend at a Glance: Santa Day, Gallery Opening and Holiday sales and festivities

The first Saturday in December is traditionally jam packed with holiday related fun. This year is no exception. Read the full article → from Weekend at a Glance: Santa Day, Gallery Opening and Holiday sales and festivities
Friends of Rec Thanks Gobble Wobble Sponsors
The Friends of Southborough Recreation asked me to share their public thank you to those who made the 2021 Thanksgiving Day Gobble Wobble possible. Read the full article → from Friends of Rec Thanks Gobble Wobble Sponsors
Resident Roundup: Skating, Marching, and Running
Recently, I received press releases about three Southborough residents/natives involved in noteworthy performances/fundraisers. I’m rounding them up. Read the full article → from Resident Roundup: Skating, Marching, and Running
Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (Updated)
I’ve put together a list of the gift drive collections in town this holiday season. Read the full article → from Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (Updated)
Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients

Across the country today, people are celebrating Giving Tuesday. It’s always a great excuse to update you on two Southborough teens who continue to embody the spirit of the day. It also gives you a chance to double your “giving”. Read the full article → from Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
Events this week: Assabet Showcase, Journey to the Stars, Santa Day and holiday fundraisers and celebrations

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Assabet Showcase, Journey to the Stars, Santa Day and holiday fundraisers and celebrations
St. Mark’s Church’s annual Christmas Bazaar – Saturday

St. Mark’s will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 4th. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church’s annual Christmas Bazaar – Saturday
Holiday Weekend at A Glance: Gobble Wobble, Green Friday Hike, Firefighter Tree Sales, and Town holiday hours

I’m signing off early today for the holidays. I’ll be posting my annual Shop Local reminder on Friday. But in the meantime, here’s a reminder of what’s happening and what’s closed over the next few days. Read the full article → from Holiday Weekend at A Glance: Gobble Wobble, Green Friday Hike, Firefighter Tree Sales, and Town holiday hours
Girl Scout sing-along and toy drive – December 3

The Girl Scouts will hold their traditional holiday sing-along a week from Friday. Read the full article → from Girl Scout sing-along and toy drive – December 3