There’s no shortage of things to do around town this weekend, but if it’s music you’re after, there’s no better place than the Steeple Coffeehouse. They’re opening their 2009-2010 season on Saturday night with the ever-popular Blackstone Valley Bluegrass. Calling them “barrel of fun,” here’s how the organizers describe the band: Together almost 10 years, Read the full article → from Steeple Coffeehouse kicks off their 2009-2010 season on Saturday
Where to park on Heritage Day
There will be some road closures and parking restrictions downtown on Monday for Heritage Day. Here’s a map to help you make your way around. Handicapped parking Main Street in front of library and library parking lot Marlboro Road General parking Woodward School, Town House, Cordaville Hall (Senior Center) Common Street – North side only Read the full article → from Where to park on Heritage Day
Southborough Historical Society open house on Sunday
The Southborough Historical Society will hold an open house at the Historical Museum on Sunday to celebrate the opening of several new exhibits, including The Noble Train of Artillery, 1776. The exhibit features a 16-foot mural painted by local artist Susan Kallander depicting General Henry Knox’s Revolutionary War journey from Fort Ticonderoga to Dorchester Heights, Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Society open house on Sunday
Route for the Heritage Day Road Race
In the past the Heritage Day Road Race has started at the Town House, but they’re mixing things up this year. The race this year starts at Neary School on Sunday at 10:00 am. Here’s a map of the route (click for an interactive version): Pre-registration is closed, but you can do day-of registration starting Read the full article → from Route for the Heritage Day Road Race
Further afield: Where I’ve been this week
I mentioned that I was traveling this week. Here’s where I was: Southborough is home, but Seattle is a close second. I don’t mind the gray and rainy, but I didn’t have to deal with much of that on this trip. And when Seattle is sunny, it’s one of the most beautiful places around. Read the full article → from Further afield: Where I’ve been this week
Order pizza on 10/15 and help support Algonquin’s literary magazine
The Sachem is Algonquin’s literary magazine. It features student writing, poetry, artwork, and photography. Last year, the magazine won a prestigious silver medal from the Columbia School of Journalism in NYC. It’s a great tradition at Algonquin — 59 issues have been printed to date — but it’s not free, and The Sachem needs help from the Read the full article → from Order pizza on 10/15 and help support Algonquin’s literary magazine
Reminder: Pumpkins and hayrides at Chestnut Hill Farm today and tomorrow
Wednesday’s traffic mess
Fire Chief John Mauro, Jr. told me strong winds yesterday toppled a tree and forced the closure of Route 9 west near Flagg Road. That’s what caused the major backup along Route 9 last night. Downed trees and power lines in other areas contributed to the rush hour mess. On the bright side, yesterday’s weather Read the full article → from Wednesday’s traffic mess
Save the date: Southborough Unscheduled 2010
Mark your calendars, Southborough Unscheduled 2010 will be on Thursday, March 11. The homework-free, activity-free, and meeting-free evening is sponsored by Southborough Youth and Family Services, and is intended to encourage families to spend more time together. Here’s more information from SYFS: On this night (after 6:00 pm), there will be no homework, no sports, Read the full article → from Save the date: Southborough Unscheduled 2010
On the market this week in Southborough
Here’s what’s new and what’s moved on the market this week. Thanks to Doug McClain (email) of Century 21 Commonwealth Realty for supplying the listing information. New on the market 51 Boston Rd (map) – 8 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Colonial – $229,900 225 Cordaville Road (map) – 7 room, 2 bed, 2 bath Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Traffic mess on Routes 9 and 85
Traffic is a mess on Route 9 this evening. I just drove over the Route 85 bridge, and Route 9 west is backed up in both directions as far as the eye can see. I believe — although I haven’t confirmed — that the traffic light at White’s Corner (Route 9 and Breakneck Hill Road) is out. Read the full article → from Traffic mess on Routes 9 and 85
Play poker, support the belties
From the Southborough Belties blog: The Breakneck Hill Cow Fund is sponsoring a charity Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament on November 21 at the Woodville Rod and Gun Club in Hopkinton. This will be a great way to raise the funds necessary to get the cows through the winter and have some fun in the Read the full article → from Play poker, support the belties
Get a family portrait at Heritage Day and benefit SYFS
Southborough Youth and Family Services is teaming up with photographer Karen McCall to offer family portraits at Heritage Day on October 12. Sittings are available at a special discounted rate of $10. Proceeds go to support SYFS programs. Stop by the SYFS booth on Heritage Day to set up an appointment. Portraits will be available Read the full article → from Get a family portrait at Heritage Day and benefit SYFS
More details on Southborough’s search for a new police chief
Abby from the Metrowest Daily News was at the Selectmen’s meeting last night and reports some additional details about the police chief search committee. Committee chairwoman Desiree Aselbekian told selectmen that 32 candidates applied. The committee selected eight to interview, but one dropped out before being interviewed, leaving seven. After two nights of interviews, committee Read the full article → from More details on Southborough’s search for a new police chief