A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (10/22/12 – 10/26/12)
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.
Save the date: Firefighters Association Halloween parade – Sunday, October 28

Last year the Firefighters Association Halloween parade was canceled thanks to the snow. I’m guessing that won’t happen again this year, meaning Southborough kids will be able to enjoy what is always a fun event. Read the full article → from Save the date: Firefighters Association Halloween parade – Sunday, October 28
Fay School hosts series on children’s literacy

On Wednesday, October 24, Fay School will kick off the first in a series of workshops focused on how children become effective readers. The presentations are free and open to the public, but you do need to register. Keep reading for more information. Read the full article → from Fay School hosts series on children’s literacy
Save the date: SYFS Halloween Party – Friday, October 26
Mark you calendar for the annual Halloween Party sponsored by Southborough Youth and Family Services. Read the full article → from Save the date: SYFS Halloween Party – Friday, October 26
Seeking sponsors for the Gobble Wobble road race

On Thanksgiving morning, the Friends of Southborough Recreation will host the 6th Annual Gobble Wobble road race. It’s the organization’s biggest fundraiser of they year, and they’re looking for sponsors to help make it a success. Read the full article → from Seeking sponsors for the Gobble Wobble road race
Southborough schools to host MCAS forum – Tuesday, October 23
You might remember last year there was considerable discussion about Southborough’s MCAS scores, in particular whether our numbers were up to par with comparable districts. This year, the schools hope to get out in front of the MCAS messaging. Read the full article → from Southborough schools to host MCAS forum – Tuesday, October 23
Pilgrim Church to host interfaith discussion on Islam – Monday, October 22

As part of an ongoing interfaith dialog, Pilgrim Church on Monday will host the Worcester Islamic Society for a conversation about the basics of Islam. While the discussion may help put global events in context, Pilgrim Church Minister Jon Wortmann said the main objective is to understand how Muslims in our own community practice their faith everyday. Read the full article → from Pilgrim Church to host interfaith discussion on Islam – Monday, October 22
At the Southborough Library this week (10/15/12 – 10/20/12): Medical marijuana, Friends meeting, and genealogy

Here’s what’s happening at the Southborough Library this week. Read the full article → from At the Southborough Library this week (10/15/12 – 10/20/12): Medical marijuana, Friends meeting, and genealogy
The week in government (10/15/12 – 10/19/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (10/15/12 – 10/19/12)
Board of Health chair to discuss medical marijuana at the Southborough Library – October 16
Next month voters in Massachusetts will be asked to weigh in on the question of legalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes. Next week at the Southborough Library, resident and chairman of the Southborough Board of Health Dr. Louis Fazen will discuss the issues surrounding medical marijuana. Read the full article → from Board of Health chair to discuss medical marijuana at the Southborough Library – October 16
Steeple Coffeehouse opens for the season on Saturday

Steeple Coffeehouse, located in Pilgrim Church’s Fellowship Hall, will open its 17th season on Saturday with a special performance by the venerable Aztec Two-Step. It will be the debut performance of the acoustic duo’s 40th Anniversary show. Read the full article → from Steeple Coffeehouse opens for the season on Saturday
NSPAC presents ‘Basic Rights in Special Education’ – October 16
Northborough/Southborough (NSPAC) and Westborough (SEPAC) Special Education Parent Advisory Councils Announce “Basic Rights in Special Education” on Tuesday October 16, from 7:00-9:00pm in the library at Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough, MA. Read the full article → from NSPAC presents ‘Basic Rights in Special Education’ – October 16
Reminder: Finn Fall Festival on Friday night
Carnival-style games, face painting, crafts, and the always-popular bake sale will highlight the Finn Fall Festival on Friday night. All families are invited – you don’t need to have a child at Finn to attend. Read the full article → from Reminder: Finn Fall Festival on Friday night
Care package drive for the troops this weekend at the Southborough Senior Center

Continuing their tradition of bi-annual care package drives, Southborough resident Lisa Braccio and friends will be hold their fall drive this weekend at the Senior Center. Braccio, who was recently honored for her work on behalf of the troops, says the need is as great now as ever. Read the full article → from Care package drive for the troops this weekend at the Southborough Senior Center