New for the adults this week is a holiday tale by Wally Lamb, something scary by Stephen King, and the latest release by Norah Jones. For the kids, it’s stories about a helpful tractor, an adventure in Atlantis, and a secret science alliance. Read the full article → from What’s new at the Southborough Library
Southborough’s historic places: The Community House
Did you know the Community House once boasted a bowling alley? Learn more in the first of a series of posts on Southborough’s historic places. Read the full article → from Southborough’s historic places: The Community House
Annual pie sale tomorrow morning
We all know what Thanksgiving is about. It’s about getting together with family and friends. About gratitude for all the things that bless our lives. And it’s about pie. Glorious pie. Apple, blueberry, lemon meringue, banana cream. You’ll find them all at First Community Church’s annual pie sale tomorrow in front of Mauro’s Cafe (map). Read the full article → from Annual pie sale tomorrow morning
Photos: November sunset over Southborough
We had some lovely sunsets this week. This was one of them, captured from a hill in Fayville overlooking the reservoir. Click images to enlarge. Read the full article → from Photos: November sunset over Southborough
Ecumenical Thanksgiving service on Tuesday
Southborough’s annual ecumenical Thanksgiving service will be held next Tuesday, November 24 at First Community Church (map). It’s sponsored by the United Parishes of Southborough, an organization that includes the parishes of St. Mark’s Church, Pilgrim Church, St. Anne Church, St. Matthew Church, and First Community Church. The service starts at 7:30 pm. Clergy and Read the full article → from Ecumenical Thanksgiving service on Tuesday
Why flags are at half staff today
Flags in Southborough and across the state are lowered today in honor of Plymouth native Sergeant Benjamin W. Sherman who was killed in Afghanistan earlier this month. He was 21 years old. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today
Walk, run, or wobble … and help out the troops
The third annual Gobble Wobble will be held next week on Thanksgiving morning, and organizers are asking race participants to do a little extra giving of thanks. Whether running, walking, or wobbling, participants are encouraged to bring a personal care or food item to send to troops overseas. For each item donated, you’ll get a Read the full article → from Walk, run, or wobble … and help out the troops
Save the date: Christmas tree decorating at the library
Southborough Library’s annual Christmas tree decorating party will be held on Saturday, December 5 starting at 10:30 am. Kids will be invited to make their own ornaments and then hang them on the tree. Read the full article → from Save the date: Christmas tree decorating at the library
In the media: Stimulus money headed to primate facility in Southborough
The Metrowest Daily News reports the New England Primate Research Center, which is located off Paramenter Road in Southborough (map), will receive $5.1 million in federal stimulus money. The primate center’s own grants including funding to improve vaccine and disease progression testing for HIV and its primate version; study alcoholism, drug addiction and neuropsychiatric disorders; Read the full article → from In the media: Stimulus money headed to primate facility in Southborough
Mixed results for Algonquin soccer teams
The Algonquin boys soccer team lost to Ludlow in the state semifinal match yesterday by a score of 2-1. After capturing the division title on Monday, they finish the season with a record of 18-2-2. It was a better result for the girls’ state semifinal bout yesterday. They won a marathon match against defending state Read the full article → from Mixed results for Algonquin soccer teams
On the market this week
Here’s what’s new on the Southborough real estate scene this week. Thanks to Doug McClain (email) of Century 21 Commonwealth Realty for supplying the listing information. New on the market No new listings Sale pending 38 Presidential Dr (map) – 11 room, 5 bed, 4 full, 2 half bath Colonial – Listed at $1,100,000 – Read the full article → from On the market this week
A weekend of arts and crafts in Southborough
If it’s arts and crafts you like, you’ll be thrilled about the offerings in Southborough this weekend. On Sunday it’s a holiday art sale and open studio on Chestnut Hill Road. On Saturday, local artisans will gather at the Community House for Holiday Gifts on the Common. Local crafters and artisans, including Southborough’s own Judy Read the full article → from A weekend of arts and crafts in Southborough
Save the date for Santa Day, sponsors needed
As is his custom, Santa Claus will swoop into Southborough via helicopter on Saturday, December 5. So mark the date and start making your list. He’ll arrive at 12:00 pm on St. Mark’s field, and then head over to the Community House for pictures with the kids. There will be crafts, holiday music, and refreshments Read the full article → from Save the date for Santa Day, sponsors needed
Algonquin soccer teams win division titles, head to state semifinals tonight
I have to admit I haven’t been paying much attention to Algonquin sports this fall, but good thing Kim over at Northboro News has been. She points out that both the boys and girls soccer teams captured the Central Mass Division 1 title on Monday. Both had been ranked as underdogs. For the boys, it’s Read the full article → from Algonquin soccer teams win division titles, head to state semifinals tonight