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
The week in sports
ARHS Football triumphed in the big season opener, and they weren't the only ones.
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.
The week in government
Planning Board & Select Board on MBTA zoning Article; Vote to appoint interim School Committee member; Conservation hearings; 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
Addressing Family Stress & Depression
SYFS is offering a hybrid workshop to help
For Suicide Prevention Month, SYFS is partnering with Families for Depression Awareness to offer a free, hybrid workshop. Read the full article → from Addressing Family Stress & Depression
Events this week
Playground playdate, Cub Scout signup, return of Story Times, Crafternoon, ARHS Open House, WW Family Picnic, Outdoor Movie Night, and closing Art on the Trails with poetry
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
Recruit young volunteers through the Library’s Youth Fair
Non-profits interested in promoting themselves to tweens and teens can contact the library about taking part in the upcoming Youth Volunteer Fair. Read the full article → from Recruit young volunteers through the Library’s Youth Fair
Rally Sunday with fun for the kids – Sept 15
Petting Zoo, Face Painting and more at Pilgrim Church
A week from Sunday, Pilgrim Church will kick off its Sunday School season with an event open to the public. The free fun will include a petting zoo and face painting. Read the full article → from Rally Sunday with fun for the kids – Sept 15
Outdoor “Back to School Movie Night”
A week from Saturday, Algonquin Student Council is hosting an outdoor movie night for the community. The event is a StuCo fundraiser (so not free). Read the full article → from Outdoor “Back to School Movie Night”
Crafternoons this fall
Kids ages 8+ can sign up for next week's Clipboard Makeovers and/or other crafty fun through the Library's free monthly workshops.
The Southborough Library is hosting another free “Crafternoon” with popular crafter Mandy Roberge . Read the full article → from Crafternoons this fall
Art on the Trails closing ceremony — September 15
If you haven’t walked Art on the Trails yet this summer, time is running out. And if you did enjoy the experience, or you’re a big fan of poetry, you may want to mark your calendars. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails closing ceremony — September 15
SYFS spotlighting Suicide Prevention this month
For Suicide Prevention Month, the agency is promoting the message "Your Life Matters" along with resources
For years, Southborough Youth & & Family Services has promoted the importance of understanding steps community members can take to help prevent suicides.
This September, they are spotlighting Suicide Prevention month to raise better awareness and reach out to people who are struggling. Read the full article → from SYFS spotlighting Suicide Prevention this month
Kindergroup open houses to welcome potential new families
Mom's Night Out on Thursday and family playdate on Saturday
Southborough’s longtime cooperative playgroup for parents/caregivers and children five and under is launching its new season with two open houses this week. (Sorry for the short notice. I just learned about them!) Read the full article → from Kindergroup open houses to welcome potential new families
Cub Scout Info Session – Sunday
Southborough Cub Scout Packs (1 & 926) are inviting elementary school families to learn about joining them this year. Read the full article → from Cub Scout Info Session – Sunday
Primary results in Southborough
Here's how Southborough's votes compared to the rest of the state, and who will be on the November ballots
I’m taking a deeper look at how Southborough votes shook out versus overall results in the state primary. Read the full article → from Primary results in Southborough
The week in sports
ARHS' Fall season kicks off today.
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