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.
One hundred years ago this winter, more than twenty thousand immigrant workers at textile mills in Lawrence, MA went on strike over low wages and unfair working conditions. This week the Southborough Library will host a discussion on the 8-week strike and its role in the emerging labor movement of the early 20th century. Read the full article → from Southborough Library to host talk on Bread & Roses mill strike – Thursday
Southborough Recreation Director Doreen Ferguson said in a comment on the blog last week that the outdoor rink at Woodward probably will not open this year thanks to a combination of uncooperative weather and overeager adults. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s rink open for ice skating this week
Mark your calendars for one of Southborough’s tastiest fundraisers, the annual Boy Scout Troop 1 Pancake Breakfast at Neary School, which will be held this year on Saturday, March 4. Read the full article → from Save the date: 43rd Annual Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, March 4
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/20/12 – 2/24/12)
Mark your calendars for the annual Southborough Rotary Club Talent Show to be held at at Trottier on Friday, March 2. Read the full article → from Save the date: Annual Rotary Club Talent Show – Friday, March 2
It’s all about pirates at the Southborough Library next week. Stop into the Children’s Room for pirate-themed crafts and activities throughout the week. Read the full article → from February vacation fun: Pirate week at the Southborough Library
Here’s something for the little scientists in the family, courtesy of the Southborough Recreation Department. Read the full article → from February vacation fun: Make and take it home science projects
State Representative Carolyn Dykema will hold office hours at the Southborough Library on Thursday, and she invites Southborough residents to stop by. It’s your chance to meet Dykema and discuss anything that might be on your mind. Dykema will be at the library from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Read the full article → from Rep. Dykema to hold office hours in Southborough on Thursday
Are you considering a trip to China or the Far East? Even if that journey is only in your mind, join us at the Southborough Library on Thursday evening, February 16, at 7:00 p.m., when Richard Ferland will present interesting stories of travel to China and a beautiful collection of photos from his extensive travel and work in China. Read the full article → from Discover the culture and sights of China at the Southborough Library on Thursday
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/13/12 – 2/17/12)
Chestnut Hill Farm will host a collection of local artists for a Valentines gift sale on Saturday, February 11. It’s the perfect place to pick up a unique, handmade gift for the one you love. Read the full article → from Reminder: Valentines Gift Sale at Chestnut Hill Farm on Saturday
February is the month for romance. On Saturday, February 11, from 4:30 to 8:30, the Southborough Library will show the classic film Gone with the Wind based on the timeless novel by Margaret Mitchell. Relive the tempestuous romance between Rhett Butler and Scarlet O’Hara as the Civil War rages on around them. Read the full article → from Movie night at the Southborough Library on Saturday
It’s time for the annual Neary Drama Club play, and this year the students will stage a production of Sleeping Beauty. Read the full article → from Neary students to present Sleeping Beauty this weekend
Looking for things to do over February vacation? Over the next few days I’ll share with you all the fun events and activities going on in Southborough (or nearby). First up, a two-day lacrosse clinic for boys in grades five through eight. Read the full article → from February vacation fun: Boys lacrosse clinic