I’m going to cut to the chase on this one, no beating around the bush. After 4-1/2 years of being “the blog lady,” I’ve come to the difficult decision that it’s time to retire my post here at the blog. I have truly loved being the voice behind My Southborough, but the time has come for me to pursue other interests Read the full article → from I interrupt this blog for an important announcement (you’ll want to read this, trust me)
Announcements
Library amnesty program runs through the end of the month

Now is the time to gather up library items that may have overstayed their welcome at your house. Through the end of the month, the Southborough Public Library will forgive fines for overdue materials in exchange for a donation to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Library amnesty program runs through the end of the month
Job opening: Part-time administrative assistant for the Southborough Recreation Department
The Town of Southborough seeks applicants for a part-time [no benefits] position in the Recreation Department. Read the full article → from Job opening: Part-time administrative assistant for the Southborough Recreation Department
Southborough Montessori school invites parents to an open house on Friday

If you’re thinking about preschool options for next year and want to learn more about a Montessori approach, consider attending an open house at Southborough’s Montessori Children’s House on Friday. Read the full article → from Southborough Montessori school invites parents to an open house on Friday
Event sponsors needed for Southborough’s 23rd annual Earth Day clean up event

Southborough’s 23rd Annual Earth Day Clean up event will take place this year on Saturday, April 27. The Southborough Rotary Club, which organizes the event, is looking for sponsors to help out. Read the full article → from Event sponsors needed for Southborough’s 23rd annual Earth Day clean up event
Prepare to do nothing: Southborough Unscheduled is Thursday night

Thursday night is Southborough Unscheduled. The kids (in theory) have no homework. You (in theory) have no meetings or commitments. It’s a night dedicated to family time. Read the full article → from Prepare to do nothing: Southborough Unscheduled is Thursday night
How much snow will we get, Southborough?

As I’m sure you’ve heard, snow is coming. It’s expected to be a wet, heavy snow, but the weather folks say there are still too many variables to know for sure just how much we’ll get. Read the full article → from How much snow will we get, Southborough?
Ready for more snow, Southborough?

When it comes to snowfall, this winter has been feast or famine. We had next to no snow for the first half of the season, but now we’re looking at our third significant snowstorm in as many weekends. This latest storm promises anywhere from 6 to 14 inches in our area depending on which forecast you subscribe to. Read the full article → from Ready for more snow, Southborough?
Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Greene. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 12

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of PFC Michael A. Gorman. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 12
School events, including The Little Mermaid, are canceled on Sunday
Neary Principal Linda Murdock sent out this note to parents today informing them at all events scheduled at the schools today, including basketball and the Neary Drama Club’s production of The Little Mermaid have been cancelled. Read the full article → from School events, including The Little Mermaid, are canceled on Sunday
Closings and cancellations in Southborough (UPDATED)

As you might imagine, there are a number of closings and cancellations to report this morning. Here are all the ones I know about. If you know of others, please shout them out in the comments below. Read the full article → from Closings and cancellations in Southborough (UPDATED)
Schools closed in Southborough and Northborough on Friday
Administrators announced this afternoon that schools in Southborough and Northborough will be closed tomorrow due to the nor’easter headed our way. Read the full article → from Schools closed in Southborough and Northborough on Friday
What to do over February vacation: Cooking classes at Culinary Underground

Southborough’s Culinary Underground School for Home Cooks offers cooking classes for kids and teens during February vacation and beyond. Here’s an announcement from the school about their latest offerings. Read the full article → from What to do over February vacation: Cooking classes at Culinary Underground