I wish the forecast was better (and hoping it improves). But for better or worse, this long weekend’s Heritage Day related activities are rain or shine. So, here are the details. Read the full article → from Heritage Day Weekend at a glance
The committee working towards holding a big, yearlong celebration of the Town’s upcoming historic milestone will use Southborough’s Heritage Day to raise awareness and funds. Read the full article → from Tricentennial Committee to make the most of Heritage Day
For the 4th year, Southborough Kindergroup is hosting a free pre-Thanksgiving fun run — the Kids Turkey Trot. Read the full article → from Kids Turkey Trot – Nov 17
Every year, Southborough Youth & Family Services coordinates a program to support residents in need prior to the holidays. The deadline for residents to apply to be recipients is October 25th. Read the full article → from Apply soon to get your family’s “Winter Wishes” granted
Southborough Recreation will be bringing the Outdoor Movie back to their Trunk or Treat event on Saturday October 26th. On Friday, they opened a survey, asking the community to pick the movie. Read the full article → from Rec invites voting on Trunk or Treat Movie
The MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau (MBVB) is encouraging organizations in Southborough (and 18 other towns) to apply for marketing grants. Read the full article → from Mini Grants available for attracting MetroWest Boston visitors
The Southborough Health Department will be holding its annual flu vaccine clinic for residents ages 65+ in less than two weeks. Registration is required. Days later, the Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health will hold a Drive Thru Flu Clinic for Southborough and two other towns. Registration is open for both events. Read the full article → from Register for Flu Clinics: Senior Flu on Oct 16 & ARHS Drive Thru on Oct 19
The group of artists that opened a studio/gallery in a former downtown pharmacy in 2021 has relocated to a new downtown location.
Apothecary Artists Studios and Gallery is excited to invite the community to their new and improved space “for a fun kickoff event” over Heritage Day weekend. Read the full article → from Apothecary Artists: Grand Opening of new location
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings:
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings:
Southborough Open Land Foundation asked me to alert members about a construction project at Beals Preserve that will restrict how the public accesses the trail for at least a few days. Read the full article → from SOLF: Temporary change to Beals Preserve trail access starting Sunday
The Southborough Cultural Arts Council is encouraging individuals and groups to apply for grants to support artistic projects and activities to benefit the community.
Applications are due by October 17th. To help people who are interested prepare or learn more about the opportunity, they’ll hold office hours next week to answer any questions. Read the full article → from SCAC Virtual Office Hours on Applying for Grants — Oct 3
A quick reminder for those thinking about exhibiting this year — the deadline to register is this coming Monday. Groups planning to march in the parade are also encouraged to sign up. Read the full article → from Register by Monday for Heritage Day Booth
On Heritage Day, the Town will hold a dedication ceremony in the new “Heritage Park”. The ceremony is to commemorate a bench that is dedicated to a late Southborough resident, Kim Tolander. Read the full article → from Heritage Day Ceremony for bench at Heritage Park honoring Kim Tolander