The rain (mostly) held off for Santa’s arrival on Saturday. What drizzle there was couldn’t dampen the spirits of the kids who showed up to greet him. Here are some images from the annual event. Read the full article → from Photos: Santa arrives in dramatic fashion
The week in government
A list of town meetings for the week of December 7 – 11. Read the full article → from The week in government
Southborough’s historic places: The Town House
We tend to think of the Town House now as being all business. You go there to pay your water bill, or to register to vote, or (if you’re like me) to attend any number of town committee and board meetings. But it didn’t always used to be that way. Read the full article → from Southborough’s historic places: The Town House
A map of open studios in Southborough this weekend
When I was putting together the definitive Southborough shopping and gift guide yesterday, I realized many local artisans have open houses this weekend. For those of you who want to do some studio-hopping, here’s a map to help you out. View Southborough open studios in December in a larger map Read the full article → from A map of open studios in Southborough this weekend
Board of Health to hold flu clinic on 12/9, but supplies are limited
The Southborough Board of Health will hold a flu clinic next Wednesday to administer both the seasonal and H1N1 vaccine. It’s by appointment only, and supplies are limited. Barbara Luther with the BOH told me the town ordered 1,000 doses of the H1N1 vaccine, but so far has received only 200. The doses have been Read the full article → from Board of Health to hold flu clinic on 12/9, but supplies are limited
So many options for holiday cheer this weekend
It’s a busy, busy weekend in Southborough, and one filled with lots of holiday fun. The best part is all the action happens right downtown, so you can park and then walk from one event to the next. Here’s a recap of all the options. Read the full article → from So many options for holiday cheer this weekend
Winter parking ban now in effect
The local news last night said there is a slight, slight, slight chance of snow on Saturday, so I figured now was a good time to remind you that Southborough’s winter parking ban went into effect on December 1. From now until March 15, there is no overnight parking on any public way regardless of Read the full article → from Winter parking ban now in effect
The definitive Southborough shopping and gift guide
With all these Southborough shopping options, you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list without ever having to leave town. Read the full article → from The definitive Southborough shopping and gift guide
How to calculate your property tax for 2010
Thanks to lower property assessments and a lower tax rate, the average family in Southborough will pay 2.1% less in property taxes this year compared to last. If you want to figure out what your 2010 tax bill will be, here’s how to do it. Read the full article → from How to calculate your property tax for 2010
Power out to some Framingham Road homes
A My Southborough reader (thanks, Alfredo!) alerted me that as of 1:00 pm today, a handful of residents on Framingham were without power. Service is expected to be restored around 4:00 pm today. No word on what caused the outage, but it has been pretty darn windy out there today. The image above is from Read the full article → from Power out to some Framingham Road homes
Southborough Historical Society Museum open on Saturday
If you’ve never visited the Southborough Historical Society Museum located behind Pilgrim Church, now’s your chance. The museum will be open special hours on Saturday to showcase their exhibits on historic Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Society Museum open on Saturday
Welcome My Southborough sponsor: RioDesign Ltd.
Please join me in welcoming the latest My Southborough sponsor, RioDesign Ltd, a Southborough-based multimedia and web design company. Read the full article → from Welcome My Southborough sponsor: RioDesign Ltd.
St. Mark’s Christmas Bazaar on Saturday
There’s oh-so-much holiday goodness going on this weekend. Here’s another event to add to the list. St. Mark’s will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Parish Hall. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Christmas Bazaar on Saturday
On the market this week
What went on and off the real estate market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week