Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) announces “Basic Rights in Special Education” on Thursday, December 8, 2011 from 7:00-9:00pm. Read the full article → from NSPAC presents ‘Basic Rights in Special Education’
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.
Author Donna McDaniel to share Southborough Memories at the library on Wednesday

Southborough historian and author Donna McDaniel has been making the rounds sharing fascinating stories from her recently-published book Southborough Memories. If you haven’t had a chance to hear her talk yet, you have another chance this week. Read the full article → from Author Donna McDaniel to share Southborough Memories at the library on Wednesday
Two opportunities to hear music at Trottier this week
It’s the holiday concert season, and at Trottier this week there will be music playing on both Tuesday and Thursday nights. Read the full article → from Two opportunities to hear music at Trottier this week
The week in government (12/5 – 12/9)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/5 – 12/9)
What to do in Southborough this weekend and beyond

It’s the busiest weekend of Southborough’s holiday season, with a visit from Santa and all kinds of festivities. Here’s a recap of all the holiday fun this weekend, plus a preview of what’s coming up next week. Read the full article → from What to do in Southborough this weekend and beyond
Shop local: Southborough artisans open their studios this weekend – UPDATED

Several Southborough artisans are opening their home studios to the public this weekend. It’s a great opportunity to get some unique, handcrafted gifts for those on your holiday list (or for yourself). Read the full article → from Shop local: Southborough artisans open their studios this weekend – UPDATED
Southborough Fire Department collecting toys to help local families

The Southborough Fire Department is once again holding its annual toy drive this year. The majority of toys they collect will go to the Salvation Army in Framingham, but Southborough Youth and Family Services gets first dibs on toys for Southborough families. Read the full article → from Southborough Fire Department collecting toys to help local families
Bone marrow registration drive at Algonquin on Friday
I just got word of this and wanted to pass it along. The DoSomething volunteer club at Algonquin is holding a bone marrow registration drive on Friday at the school. Read the full article → from Bone marrow registration drive at Algonquin on Friday
Southborough authors to discuss their novels at Pilgrim Church on Friday

Join us to hear two local authors read from and discuss their recently released novels. Whether you’ve read the books or not, we invite you to take part in a discussion of creativity, writing, reading, and the turbulent state of the publishing industry. It’s an evening for readers, writers, and anybody who loves books. Read the full article → from Southborough authors to discuss their novels at Pilgrim Church on Friday
Southborough Library book group selections for December

The Southborough Public Library offers book groups for readers of all ages, and they’re open to the public. Here are the December book selections for the various groups, along with when they meet. Read the full article → from Southborough Library book group selections for December
Annual Messiah concert at Pilgrim Church on Sunday
On Sunday Pilgrim Church will present selections from Handel’s Messiah, complete with orchestra and soloists. The concert starts at 3:30 pm. Free child care is available. Read the full article → from Annual Messiah concert at Pilgrim Church on Sunday
Boy Scouts to help kids with their holiday shopping on Saturday
Kids need to shop for the holidays too, and each year Southborough Boy Scouts offer them a safe and fun environment to do just that. The annual Troop 92 Kids Shop will be held this year on Saturday, December 3 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Woodward School. Read the full article → from Boy Scouts to help kids with their holiday shopping on Saturday
Assabet holds annual Aztec Wishes Holiday Gift Drive

Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School is organizing their annual Aztec Wishes holiday gift drive which benefits the children and their families served by the South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) in Marlborough. Read the full article → from Assabet holds annual Aztec Wishes Holiday Gift Drive
Don’t forget, Santa arrives on Saturday

It’s time to make your list and check it twice because Santa Claus is coming to town on Saturday. He’ll arrive by helicopter (weather permitting) at noon at St. Mark’s field. Read the full article → from Don’t forget, Santa arrives on Saturday