A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (5/19-5/25/14): Main Street Working Group to focus from intersection East; Advisory on DPW budget
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.
Events this week (5/19-26/14): Seniors’ tea party, ARHS Senior Night, author night, grad school info session, college planning, and Memorial Day (Updated)
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week (5/19-26/14): Seniors’ tea party, ARHS Senior Night, author night, grad school info session, college planning, and Memorial Day (Updated)
Save the Date: 2014 Pops Night concert at Algonquin – June 4th
The annual Pops Night concert is an evening where traditionally every Algonquin music ensemble performs. Performances include instrumental and vocal groups. Read the full article → from Save the Date: 2014 Pops Night concert at Algonquin – June 4th
Get schooled this Sunday on school house history
This Sunday, the Southborough Historical Society is inviting area residents of all ages to join them for a special Olde Time Schooling program. Read the full article → from Get schooled this Sunday on school house history
Weekend at a glance: Bird Walk, Troop drive, art workshop, and “Olde Time Schooling” program
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this weekend. Read the full article → from Weekend at a glance: Bird Walk, Troop drive, art workshop, and “Olde Time Schooling” program
Explore Quabbin Reservoir’s history, “lost towns” and present bounty – Author night, May 21
Next Wednesday night, residents can virtually explore the reservoir that supplies our water.
Expert Michael Tougias will will narrate a slideshow at the Southborough Library. The author will delve into the history and present of the Quabbin Reservoir. Read the full article → from Explore Quabbin Reservoir’s history, “lost towns” and present bounty – Author night, May 21
Free kids’ workshop at art reception – May 17
Local art center Bigelow Center for the Arts will be displaying their student’s work at the library. To kick off the exhibit, they are inviting the public to a reception with a free art workshop for children of all ages. Read the full article → from Free kids’ workshop at art reception – May 17
Bird Walk – May 17
Southborough Open Land Foundation is encouraging residents to break out their binoculars for a special hike this Saturday. This walk is literally for the birds.
While the walk is free of charge to the public, it will be led by a Director of Mass Audobon as part of his Bird-a-thon fundraising efforts. Read the full article → from Bird Walk – May 17
Events this week (5/12-5/18/14): Pianist, Open Mic, after death, Ribbon Cutting and Bird Walk
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week (5/12-5/18/14): Pianist, Open Mic, after death, Ribbon Cutting and Bird Walk
Weekend at a Glance: Trottier play, Gardeners Plant Sale, Puppets, food drive and Coffeehouse
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this weekend. Read the full article → from Weekend at a Glance: Trottier play, Gardeners Plant Sale, Puppets, food drive and Coffeehouse
NECC to hold 8th Annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism on Saturday
Be careful driving around the area of Neary and Trottier schools tomorrow morning. The New England Center for Children asked me to share their planned route for their 8th Annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism. Read the full article → from NECC to hold 8th Annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism on Saturday
“Final” Troop drive honors community support – May 17-18
As you’re out and about running errands, over the next week, consider picking up a few items to donate to the upcoming troop drive. You can see a list of requested items in this flyer. Monetary donations are also welcomed, as are cards for the troops to thank them for their service. Read the full article → from “Final” Troop drive honors community support – May 17-18
Help ‘Stamp out Hunger’ on Saturday, May 10
On Saturday, May 10, Southborough postal carriers will once again take part in the nation’s largest single-day food drive. Items collected in Southborough as part of the annual Stamp Out Hunger event will go directly to the United Parishes of Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Help ‘Stamp out Hunger’ on Saturday, May 10
Save the Trees: Info on beetle infestations – May 15
Concerned by tree loss due to beetle infestation, the Southborough Conservation Commission is sponsoring community education on the topic. They are looking for help to save our hardwood trees. Read the full article → from Save the Trees: Info on beetle infestations – May 15