A recomposed committee to oversee Southborough’s Affordable Housing Trust was officially appointed this month. The “Board of Trustees of the Affordable Housing Trust (AHT)” will meet for the second time tonight (in person only). Read the full article → from New Affordable Housing Trust board to meet tonight
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.
“Encompass Movie Night” – February 25th
The community is invited to a film screening and Q&A panel to learn about "the risks of youth substance use in the digital age".
The Northborough-Southborough substance use prevention coalition is encouraging the community to attend a special, educational “Movie Night” in a month. Read the full article → from “Encompass Movie Night” – February 25th
Shir Joy Chorus to perform “Songs of Love & Light”
A week from Sunday, Shir Joy Chorus is holding it’s winter concert. Read the full article → from Shir Joy Chorus to perform “Songs of Love & Light”
“Fun Day” at Apex to benefit Trottier SOS — Jan 29
To help Southborough families make the most of the schools’ half day, Trottier SOS has organized a “Southborough Schools FUN DAY”. Read the full article → from “Fun Day” at Apex to benefit Trottier SOS — Jan 29
“Notes on Modern Irrationality” — Thursday
This month, the Southborough Library launched a virtual series they are excited to announce. The new subscription allows patrons to take part in virtual author talks including Q&A. Plus, you can tap into over 75 previously recorded talks. Read the full article → from “Notes on Modern Irrationality” — Thursday
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports (along with some photo highlights). Read the full article → from The week in sports
The week in government (Updated)
Select Board, Regional School Committee, ZBA hearings, Conservation Commission, 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 (Updated)
Events this week
Family Game Night, Winter Sow events, MLK Jr Day Celebration, Young Scientists, Author Talk. Beauty & The Beast Jr, and Fungi Hike
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
AWC Panera Fundraiser tonight
I just learned last minute about a community fundraiser happening this evening (Friday January 17th)! Read the full article → from AWC Panera Fundraiser tonight
TLT: Teens invited to make “Sweet Cases” for foster kids — Jan 28th
Teens are invited to take part in another crafty event for a good cause.
The Southborough Library is inviting middle and high schoolers to decorate duffle bags for kids transitioning to new foster homes. Read the full article → from TLT: Teens invited to make “Sweet Cases” for foster kids — Jan 28th
Free Throw contest for kids – January 27
Knights of Columbus' annual contest for 9-14 year olds offers a chance at state glory
Knights of Columbus Southborough is holding its annual Free Throw Competition for 9-14 year old boys and girls. Read the full article → from Free Throw contest for kids – January 27
Donate at the Bloodmobile — Jan 30th
Get a Target Gift Card in exchange for giving the "gift of life".
The community is asked to sign up for time slots with the travelling blood donation center that serves Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Read the full article → from Donate at the Bloodmobile — Jan 30th
Rotary collecting to support victims of the Palisades fires
The Southborough Rotary Club is asking residents to help them support people who have been impacted by the devastating Palisades Fire in Southern California. Read the full article → from Rotary collecting to support victims of the Palisades fires
Winter Sow Seed Pickup & Sowing Workshop – Sunday (Updated)
If you’d like to have plants in your yard and around the community this summer that support native pollinators, sign up now to sow the seeds this winter to make that happen. Read the full article → from Winter Sow Seed Pickup & Sowing Workshop – Sunday (Updated)