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 next weekend: Flag placement Friday, parade Monday
The Trustees of Reservations has expanded programming and the farm’s CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. The CSA expansion includes more available member shares and a wider variety of produce. Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill Farm: Expanded CSA and offerings
Southborough Community Garden is getting ready to divvy up garden plots at Breakneck Hill again. Read the full article → from Southborough Community Garden plots available for organic gardening
The Board of Selectmen are seeking recruits for a new committee to oversee the approved Public Safety Building. And they are asking for residents with “construction industry experience” to consider signing up. [That doesn’t meant that residents without experience are disqualified.] Read the full article → from Public Safety Building Committee: Town seeking members with construction experience, apply by May 26; Questions on role of golf course
Organizers of past Troop Drives are relaunching the initiative. This time it is in dedication to two past supporters of the drives – one of whom is serving overseas. Read the full article → from Troop Care Package Drive: Donate and/or Volunteer this Saturday (Update)
For years now, when mosquitos start flying, many residents worry about a lot more than itchy bug bites. Meanwhile, there have been increasing concerns among some community members (like a reader who contacted me) about pesticide use and impacts. Read the full article → from Opting out of pesticide sprayings
An alumni concert is planned to honor the beloved Neary School 4th & 5th Grade band teacher. Organizers are inviting any alumni out there to join them. Read the full article → from Neary band alumni invited to join tribute concert for Steve Curtis’ retirement – June 3rd (Updated)
The Tiny Tomahawks preschool program at Algonquin has some openings for the fall. Read the full article → from Tiny Tomahawks accepting pre-K signup for fall
The Community Preservation Committee is issuing a public invitation to their Public Information session. Read the full article → from Community Preservation invites you to a public information hearing – May 18
This Saturday, Southborough postal carriers are once again taking part in the nation’s largest single-day food drive. Read the full article → from Help the 25th annual ‘Stamp out Hunger’ on Saturday, May 13
This coming Monday, Parents and guardians are invited to trainings related to opioid abuse. Read the full article → from Free training for parents: Identifying overdose, Narcan use, and signs “Hidden in Plain Sight” – Monday (and May 16)
The Town Building Commissioner asked me to remind campaigners and supporters about rules for posting political signs. The request came with information alleging that one candidate has been accused of breaking those rules. Read the full article → from Political signs: Complaints of placement without permission, denials, and a rule reminder
Southborough Youth & Family Services is again promoting Mental Health Awareness month. Read the full article → from Mental Health Awareness month: SYFS initiative (co-sponsored by MySouthborough)
I’ve been asked to alert readers about another missing cat. Read the full article → from Missing “Aly” Cat (Updated)