Book lovers are invited to take part in a weekly zoom call this June. Read the full article → from Virtual Reading Circle for adults – Thursday evenings in June
Virtual Reading Circle for adults – Thursday evenings in June
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.
Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest
The Southborough Stewardship Committee is again encouraging the public to walk the Town Forest Trails. This time, they’re adding a little fun to the walk, especially for kids. Read the full article → from Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest
Virtual Crafternoons: Free Library craft programs for kids and teens
The Southborough Library tooled its Crafternoon series this spring. Consider it version 2.0. Read the full article → from Virtual Crafternoons: Free Library craft programs for kids and teens
Southborough planning for climate change resilience – June 4th Listening session
The community is invited to join a special “Public Listening Session” a week from tomorrow. The topic is Southborough’s efforts to prepare for potential hazards related to climate change. Read the full article → from Southborough planning for climate change resilience – June 4th Listening session
The week in government: Advisory on FY21 budget (Updated)
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: Advisory on FY21 budget (Updated)
Algonquin hopes to hold July 30th Graduation gathering
Over the weekend, Algonquin Regional High School’s administration announced that they are making plans to gather graduates for a ceremony this summer. Read the full article → from Algonquin hopes to hold July 30th Graduation gathering
Events this week: “Living on the Edge of a Black Hole”, restorative sleep, storytimes and more
While playing fields and other areas of life have started physically “opening” up, organized events in town continue to take place online. Here are highlights of what’s happening this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: “Living on the Edge of a Black Hole”, restorative sleep, storytimes and more
Remote Memorial Day Observances in Southborough: Closed ceremony, Church Bell salute, and officials’ remarks (Updated)
As I noted last week, Southborough won’t be holding a public ceremony today for Memorial Day. Read the full article → from Remote Memorial Day Observances in Southborough: Closed ceremony, Church Bell salute, and officials’ remarks (Updated)
Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)
Last night, Southborough Recreation announced the timeline and rules for reopening most of the Town’s outdoor facilities. Read the full article → from Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)
How ARHS is (and isn’t) honoring the Class of 2020
The details for Algonquin Regional High School’s graduation have been released. It’s not the celebration petitioners are asking for, but graduates will be able to cross a stage, get diplomas, and turn tassels in front of relatives. Read the full article → from How ARHS is (and isn’t) honoring the Class of 2020
Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
A group of community members are seeking to fund face masks for the close to 350 member graduating Algonquin seniors. The initiative is part of an effort to allow seniors to hold some kind of Graduation celebration. Read the full article → from Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
Vehicle Parade on Friday morning for Memorial Day (Updated)
Some “Dull Men” are looking to the Friday leading into Memorial Day weekend not so dull. Read the full article → from Vehicle Parade on Friday morning for Memorial Day (Updated)
Memorial Day Observences in Southborough: Closed ceremony and a Church Bell salute
This won’t be our usual Memorial Day weekend. This year, most of us are asked to stay away from the Town’s ceremonies. Read the full article → from Memorial Day Observences in Southborough: Closed ceremony and a Church Bell salute
Youth and Addiction from the perspective of a young adult in recovery – May 28th
Next week, parents and teens are encouraged to hear from a young man in recovery for an opioid addiction. The online event is clearly meant to help other families avoid the “black hole”. Read the full article → from Youth and Addiction from the perspective of a young adult in recovery – May 28th