Earlier this summer, I shared news on the installation of this year’s Art on the Trails exhibit at the Beals Preserve. That included a note that organizers would again be calling on poets to take inspiration in the exhibit. The deadline is one week from today, so I’m highlighting that aspect of this summer’s exhibit. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails poems due July 31st
The nationally recognized group of active seniors asked me to share news with photos from their most recent outing and an invitation for future members to join them on upcoming trips. Read the full article → from Trail Blazers update & invite for active seniors
Ferris Companies has issued a public invitation for kids to fish their ponds again this summer. Read the full article → from Kids can catch trout again at 118-120 Turnpike ponds
Southborough Rec posted an opportunity for getting trained (and acquiring a certificate good for 2 years) to save lives through CPR and use of AEDs. There are two classes taking place today. One is this afternoon, and the other this evening. Read the full article → from Get your CPR/AED Certification today
Recreation Commissioners are seeking volunteers to fill the two seats that just opened up on their five member committee. Read the full article → from Rec Commission recruiting new volunteers
MBTA Communities Zoning may be back on track to be voted on at a Town Meeting this year, with two new areas chosen for the section of town near the Southborough train station Read the full article → from Planning Board to open MBTA Zoning hearings on new maps – July 22nd
Today, the SPD introduced the new JDP Clinician who will be working part-time with officers to “to help people in mental health crisis get the assistance they need, and not direct them unnecessarily into the Criminal Justice System”. Read the full article → from SPD introduces new Co-Response Clinician
Southborough Cultural Arts Council (SCAC) is asking residents to complete a survey, stressing “your input is invaluable”. ( Read the full article → from SCAC: Cultural Arts Community Survey & Call for Volunteers
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry is in need of donations
The Southborough Police Department posted to Facebook this afternoon news that “The state is currently experiencing a major 9-1-1 outage.” Read the full article → from 911 is down! For emergencies call police directly (Updated)
Have you noticed the new signs for the “Southborough Center Historic District”? The Historical Commission is excited to announce the news and invite the public to a reception to celebrate and discuss potential future historic districts in town. Read the full article → from Celebrate Southborough’s Historic District – June 27th
This weekend, artists will be installing sixteen works for Southborough’s Art on the Trails. The public is invited to watch and enjoy the special event. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Installation – Saturday
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances (Updated)
After a long hiatus, Historical Commission is promoting its relaunched Historic House Sign Program. It is encouraging owners of qualifying homes to apply prior to June 30th to receive a free sign. Read the full article → from Historic House Sign program — apply ASAP (Updated)