I’m sharing info on important deadlines, who is on the ballots in our town, plus potential issues that some Southborough voters who selected Vote by Mail may need to straighten out. (Especially college students and residents with multiple/seasonal homes.) Read the full article → from State Primary: Double check your Vote by Mail & Save the Date
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
If you are seeing/hearing the downpour right now, it won’t come as a surprise that Rec is cancelling tonight’s Summer Concert Series performance. Read the full article → from Tonight’s concert is cancelled
Last week, the Southborough Historical Society posted news (and photos) on its progress renovating historic Fayville Hall to be a new History & Arts Center, plus how they are remembering a late town history buff — Donna McDaniels.
I followed up for a few more details, and am sharing the highlights. Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Society Update
Judith A. (DiGeronimo) McCarthy of Southborough passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 20, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: Judith A. (DiGeronimo) McCarthy
“Mr. Vinny” is back to entertain children at the Library. This time around, his “puppets” will be shadows. Read the full article → from Shadow Puppets at the Library next week
Some weeks, including this one, concert goers can enjoy dessert from a food vendor but should bring their own dinners. Read the full article → from Summer Concert Series food plan changes
Last fall, a group of students* from St. Mark’s School founded an organization to help refugees from Ukraine. Their specific focus is helping those with poor English communication skills.
Currently, the group has more students in need of help than volunteers to help them. They asked me to reach out to readers with a call for help. Read the full article → from Help tutor Ukrainian Refugees
Yesterday, the Community Advocate posted a story that included and interview with a Southborough violinist. The Algonquin junior is a member of the Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (BPYO) that performed in a European tour this summer. Read the full article → from CA: Southborough violinist performed in BPYO’s European tour
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
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week
Fay School is inviting young families to join them for one more evening frolic this summer. Read the full article → from Sunset Playdate – August 13
A Southborough DPW employee asked me to share news that the Community Advocate posted about a recycling event this weekend for residents of the boroughs. Read the full article → from Nearby electronics and appliance recycling event (Updated)
For parents, neighbors, and taxpayers interested in weighing in on the big project, August 12th is a key date worth marking in your calendars. Read the full article → from School Building Update: Save the Date for August 12th