Open Space Preservation is offering a second round of free seed pickup for those who want to support pollinators by nurturing native plants. Read the full article → from Winter Sow – Round 2 this week
Events
Coverage of Southborough events. Focus on events taking place in town. Includes features about events related to residents or local organizations. Also includes information on town government's open meetings.
NSPAC events this Wednesday
Collaborative Problem Solving Workshop led by a "Parenting Coach", plus Coffee & Connect

NSPAC’s special February events both take place tomorrow. One is their regular “Coffee & Connect” and the other is a special workshop over zoom, led by a “Parenting Coach”. Read the full article → from NSPAC events this Wednesday
The week in government
St. Mark's Street Park Working Group on park design plans; BOH on Algonquin turf field; ZBA and Conservation hearings; Historical updates on Doc Stone House and 5 Cordaville; and more

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
Events this week (Updated)
Valentines parties, NSPAC, Crafternoon, Trivia, Birding, Chocolate, Sheep, more free Winter Sow Seeds and more

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 (Updated)
Apply Now for Camperships (Updated)
SYFS opened applications for 2023 Camp Scholarships; Apply ASAP, especially if you want to register for Town camp

Southborough Youth and Family Services announced the details for this year’s program to partially/fully fund camp fees for qualifying families. (The percent they can cover depends on family size and income.) Read the full article → from Apply Now for Camperships (Updated)
Art on the Trails 2023
Theme and details announced; Call for Art opens next week

Starting next week, artists can submit proposals to be part of 2023 Art on the Trails. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails 2023
Chestnut Hill Farm events through March
Birding, February vacation camp, Maple Tap-A-Thon, Celebrating Women of Agriculture, and guided hikes and nature programs for all ages

It’s time for an update on what The Trustees of Reservations have in store at the Southborough farm over the next few months. Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill Farm events through March
Library offering early Valentines fun for kids and young adults

The Library is offering two drop-in Valentine’s themed events this week — a craft session for older kids/young adults and a children’s party for all ages. Read the full article → from Library offering early Valentines fun for kids and young adults
Kids asked to say YES! to Art
Art contest for Southborough children in grades 1-8 ask kids to express what they love about their hometown

A new art contest is encouraging 1st to 8th graders who live in Southborough to use art to share what they love about our town. “Youth Expressions of Southborough” contest asks for kids to submit artwork. Winning entries will be reproduced onto larger canvas to exhibit in local public spaces. Read the full article → from Kids asked to say YES! to Art
The week in sports (Updated)
GonkPlex Forum tonight; Boys Swim wins League Championship and Girls Indoor Track came in 2nd place

Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports (Updated)
The week in government
Planning hearings on zoning changes; Public Works Planning Board; Select Board on agreements for St. Mark's land swap and Regional Dispatch, and designating SHOPC as Special Municipal Employees; School Committee

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
Events this week
Winter Sowing, Valentine's fun (parties, concert, crafting, and flowers), Gonkplex Forum, Junior College Planning Night, Student Mental Health, and more

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
NSPAC Mini Golf Postponed

I just learned that tonight’s NSPAC fundraiser was postponed due to the extreme temperatures. Stay tuned for a new date to enjoy mini golf and other fun. Read the full article → from NSPAC Mini Golf Postponed
Winter Sow Seed Pickup moved to Sunday

Open Space Preservation Commission’s free seed pickup for Winter Sow 2023 has been rescheduled to Sunday. Read the full article → from Winter Sow Seed Pickup moved to Sunday