The Towns of Northborough and Southborough are organizing a volunteer fair for next month. It’s a chance for tweens/teens in grades 6-12 to learn about volunteer opportunities.
It’s also a chance for area non-profits, community groups and other organizations to promote their volunteer opportunities. Read the full article → from Youth Volunteer Fair — May 12
[Between now and Patriots Day, I’m featuring stories of community members donning Boston Marathon bibs for a cause.] Read the full article → from 2026 Marathon: Grace Bellefeuille for Journey Forward, again
Art on the Trails organizers are asking artists to propose art to install at Beals Preserve for the 10th annual summerlong exhibition. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails “Call for Art” deadline is April 15
Every year, Northborough-Southborough Public Schools celebrate Wellness Week, encouraging students to improve their health/wellness. This year, they’re making a bigger public push to engage the entire community.
There are special events and challenges. Plus, the Wellness Week promotions includes a prize drawing to incentivize participation. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools are promoting upcoming “Wellness Week”
[Between now and Patriots Day, I’m featuring stories of community members donning Boston Marathon bibs for a cause.]
A Southborough resident is using the 2026 Boston Marathon to raise funds for Dana Farber in his father’s memory. Read the full article → from 2026 Marathon: Nick Haugen for Dana-Farber
This Sunday, St. Mark’s School is holding its annual jazz festival. Read the full article → from Cutler Jazz Festival — April 12th
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in Algonquin Regional High School varsity sports. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
The Attorney General’s office issued its finding on the Town’s bylaws allowing, but limiting, the by-right use of Accessory Dwelling Units. The version overwhelmingly passed by Town Meeting voters last fall is only “partially” approved as complying with state laws. Read the full article → from Annual Town Meeting Article 29: Expanding by-right ADU use (Updated)
If you’re one of this year’s runners supporting a cause, please reach out. Read the full article → from Boston Marathon runners, share your fundraising stories!
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
As I’ve shared in the past, Southborough Recreation is pursuing a project to make major improvements to Fayville Park.
Next week, the Rec Commission is seeking to get more community engagement and feedback on the proposal. Read the full article → from Community invited to engage in discussions about Fayville Park (Updated)
Southborough Youth and Family Services is looking to recognize someone who has served our community well. Read the full article → from Nominate a “Community Hero” by this Monday
An acclaimed gospel choir will give a “spirited performance” in a public concert at Pilgrim Church in ten days. Read the full article → from Celebrating Gospel Music — April 12th
Last month, the Scholarship Advisory Committee announced this year’s application window for scholarships administered by the Town. Now, they are reaching out to the community to seek donations that make the annual opportunity possible. Read the full article → from “Build a Legacy Through Local Education Funds”