It’s a silly bit of news out of the schools. But the video made me smile so I’m hoping it makes readers smile, too. Read the full article → from Finn students pie principal
Finn students pie principal
Obituary: Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95
Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95, of Dracut, died Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, at her home in Dracut, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95
Update on Park Central at ZBA
This Wednesday night, the Zoning Board of Appeals will reopen its 40B permit hearing for the proposed building of 200 condo units on the Park Central site. The planned focus of the discussion are some of the most controversial elements to the project – the developer’s purported violation of terms agreed to with abutters agreed to in a prior “Covenant” and traffic the project will generate on backroads.
At the opening hearing in October, the board laid out a process for the hearing, heard a presentation on the overall project, and asked about the impact of litigation over the covenant. Read the full article → from Update on Park Central at ZBA
It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings
The district’s integrated preschool screening for the next school year is January 12th. Appointments are required. Read the full article → from It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings
Tree Trimming Party & Book Sale at the Library
This Saturday, kids can make and hang ornaments then take home the gift of a free book from the Friends' Holiday Book Sale
This Saturday, December 3rd, the Southborough Library will host its annual kids party to trim the Christmas Tree. While families are there, they can also shop at the Friends of the Library’s Book Sale. Read the full article → from Tree Trimming Party & Book Sale at the Library
Girl Scout sing-along and toy drive – Friday
The annual community event is rain or shine.
The Girl Scouts will hold their traditional holiday sing-along this Friday night – rain or shine. Read the full article → from Girl Scout sing-along and toy drive – Friday
Obituary: Jiewen Hu, 84
It’s with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jiewen Hu, 84, of Southborough, on Monday, November 20, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jiewen Hu, 84
Music Production Classes for Teens
Southborough Recreation is introducing a new program for teens. Semi-weekly classes in December and January will teach 12-18 year olds how to produce music. Read the full article → from Music Production Classes for Teens
Holiday giving drives in Southborough
In honor of Giving Tuesday, I’m running my annual roundup of holiday collection drives in town. Read the full article → from Holiday giving drives in Southborough
Feel Better Fitness class for ages 55+ on Tuesdays
Starting tomorrow, Southborough Recreation is offering a specialized fitness class for residents ages 55 years and older. Read the full article → from Feel Better Fitness class for ages 55+ on Tuesdays
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
The week in government
Planning Board meeting, SCAC vote on grants, ZBA Hearing on Park Central, and more
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
NSBORO asking for Wellness Day feedback by Friday
NSBORO’s Wellness Day survey announced last Tuesday needs to be completed by this Friday. It is targeted to school parents, students, faculty, and staff to find out what worked well and what needs work. Read the full article → from NSBORO asking for Wellness Day feedback by Friday
Events this week (Updated)
Artisan Market, Narcan Training, Blood Drive, Aging on Purpose, Kids Crafts, Holiday Sing-along, Animated Advent, Santa Day and Holiday festivities & sales
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 (Updated)