A week from Sunday, the Southborough Neighbors for Peace is holding a “Candlelight Vigil for Peace and Racial Justice”. Read the full article → from Candlelight Vigil for Peace and Racial Justice – June 14
Announcements
AVM asks you to join in a “fervent plea” through song “The Time Has Come” – Friday Night

Assabet Valley Mastersingers is asking the community to join them in singing a special song about justice, peace, healing, and bridging chasms on Friday night. The group will be singing their “fervent plea” in support of Black Lives Matter. Read the full article → from AVM asks you to join in a “fervent plea” through song “The Time Has Come” – Friday Night
How to reach out to “remotely advocate for justice” to officials who represent us

Witnessing the pain so many people are feeling across the country, a Southborough resident asked me to help share non-partisan resources to allow community members to “remotely advocate for justice”. Read the full article → from How to reach out to “remotely advocate for justice” to officials who represent us
Outdoor Town Meeting with “shotgun” microphones – June 13th (if weather allows) (Updated)

The Annual Town Meeting is moving outdoors this year. Read the full article → from Outdoor Town Meeting with “shotgun” microphones – June 13th (if weather allows) (Updated)
Matilda shares news of her adventures
Last week, the community rallied to try to find a beloved lost dog. She apparently took it all in stride, returning home safely over the weekend.
Now, Matilda is “blogging” her adventures. Read the full article → from Matilda shares news of her adventures
Get a professional photo of your graduate in cap & gown for a donation to MA Covid-19 Relief Fund

Southborough’s Nancy Gould is making a special offer to families of the Class of 2020 this week. Read the full article → from Get a professional photo of your graduate in cap & gown for a donation to MA Covid-19 Relief Fund
Covid Update: No Southborough residents currently in isolation

This afternoon, the Town updated the official Covid-19 figures for Southborough. There were no new infections reported since last Friday. Read the full article → from Covid Update: No Southborough residents currently in isolation
Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest

The Southborough Stewardship Committee is again encouraging the public to walk the Town Forest Trails. This time, they’re adding a little fun to the walk, especially for kids. Read the full article → from Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest
Hair Salons open in town (but don’t walk in) (Updated)

All three hair salons in Southborough reopened this week with new pandemic protocols. Read the full article → from Hair Salons open in town (but don’t walk in) (Updated)
Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another

I learned yesterday that one of the write-in positions on the Town election ballot is contested. So, it’s time for an update on the June 16th election. Read the full article → from Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another
“Here, Matilda”: Owner seeking lost dog (Updated)

Has anyone seen this Newfoundland wandering around town, near Gilmore Road? Read the full article → from “Here, Matilda”: Owner seeking lost dog (Updated)
Remote Memorial Day Observances in Southborough: Closed ceremony, Church Bell salute, and officials’ remarks (Updated)

As I noted last week, Southborough won’t be holding a public ceremony today for Memorial Day. Read the full article → from Remote Memorial Day Observances in Southborough: Closed ceremony, Church Bell salute, and officials’ remarks (Updated)
Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)

Last night, Southborough Recreation announced the timeline and rules for reopening most of the Town’s outdoor facilities. Read the full article → from Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)
Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund

The Town published a simple two page flyer about “Resources for Residents”. Read the full article → from Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund