A number of classes at Algonquin this year are more crowded than they were last year. The Metrowest Daily News reports that at last week’s school committee meeting, Superintendent Charles Gobron said 28 classes have 25 or more students this year, as opposed to seven in 2008. Classes are bigger because state aid was reduced Read the full article → from Aid cuts mean bigger class sizes at Algonquin, but no layoffs
The week in government
With the special town meeting next week, it’s not surprising that many town committees will spend their time preparing this week. The Advisory Committee and Board of Selectmen meet separately on Monday to talk about town meeting. They’ll also meet jointly on Tuesday to sync up articles that require funding, like the new ladder truck. Read the full article → from The week in government
Fall has arrived at Gulbankian’s
I stopped by Gulbankian’s (map) the other day to buy some mums for my front step. It was sunny, the air was cool, and everything had a decidedly autumnal feel. Carolyn Gulbankian told me their pumpkins, gourds, and bales of hay had just arrived earlier that day. I took some photos while I was there. Read the full article → from Fall has arrived at Gulbankian’s
Southborough Public Library Genealogy Club meets September 24
Check out this announcement from the Southborough Library about their just-forming genealogy club: The first meeting of the Southborough Public Library Genealogy Club will be held Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Library, 25 Main Street in Southborough. The Genealogy Club monthly meetings are for people of all skill levels. Learn how to Read the full article → from Southborough Public Library Genealogy Club meets September 24
Concert to benefit the Algonquin Serenity Garden
The Serenity Garden Project at Algonquin aims to create a “quite, contemplative” space in the school’s courtyard where students and faculty can remember those in the Algonquin community who have passed before their time. It’s no coincidence that the project has been funded in large part by the Murphy Sisters Foundation. Plans for the garden Read the full article → from Concert to benefit the Algonquin Serenity Garden
Scarecrow displays to liven up fall celebrations
Apparently scarecrows are all the rage this year in Southborough. There are two separate scarecrow displays/contests planned this fall, one at the Beals’ Preservation Celebration in September and another sponsored by the Southborough Gardeners that will coincide with Heritage Day in October. Participate in both and it’s more bang for your scarecrow buck. Here are Read the full article → from Scarecrow displays to liven up fall celebrations
Steeple Coffeehouse announces shows for their 2009-2010 season
I have to admit that I’ve never been to a Steeple Coffeehouse show. It’s something I will endeavor to correct during their 2009-2010 schedule, the start of which was recently posted. For those of you who don’t know, the Steeple Coffeehouse attracts performers well-known on the blues and folk circuit. They host shows monthly – Read the full article → from Steeple Coffeehouse announces shows for their 2009-2010 season
The fungus among us, part 2
I’ve been absolutely fascinated by the variety of fungi popping up in my yard this year. Here’s the latest crop. Another thing that has been abundant this year is slugs. So, for good measure, here’s a slug shot from reader Amy. She said stretched out, this guy was about the length of a dollar bill. Read the full article → from The fungus among us, part 2
Telephone fundraiser does not benefit Southborough Fire Department
Passing along this announcement from the Southborough Fire Department website (www.southboroughfire.org): Members of Fire Union Local 3129 are sponsoring a telephone fundraiser. The telephone solicitation is not associated with the Southborough Fire Department. Presumably the funds raised go to the union, not to the fire department itself. Read the full article → from Telephone fundraiser does not benefit Southborough Fire Department
Voters to consider ban on public marijuana use
In the last six months or so, Southborough police have issued 15 marijuana-related citations. Interim Chief Jane Moran told selectmen last week that all of the tickets went to kids under 18 years of age, all of whom were driving at the time. It’s one of the reasons Moran would like voters to approve a Read the full article → from Voters to consider ban on public marijuana use
School committee hears from selectmen on Algonquin debt assessment
Last night was the first meeting of the year for the Northborough-Southborough Regional School Committee, and high on the agenda was the Algonquin reimbursement issue. For those of you who need a refresher, this is the long-standing debate about how to equitably split Algonquin mortgage payments for the next 17 years. Southborough voters rejected a Read the full article → from School committee hears from selectmen on Algonquin debt assessment
Rep Carolyn Dykema to hold office hours on Friday
Representative Carolyn Dykema will be at Red Barn Coffee on Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 am to meet with residents. All are welcome. Dykema represents Southborough precincts 2 and 3. If you’re not able to attend, you can contact Dykema’s office at (617) 722-2210 or at leah.robins@state.ma.us to set up a personal appointment. Read the full article → from Rep Carolyn Dykema to hold office hours on Friday
On the market this week
This week a study in dichotomy. One of the lowest priced houses in town went on the market, as did one of the highest. Thanks to Doug McClain (email) of Century 21 Commonwealth Realty for supplying the listing information. New on the market 16 Moulton Road (map) – 8 room, 3 bed, 1 bath Contemporary Read the full article → from On the market this week
Shopping for ‘Recreation’
You’ve heard about recreational shopping, but how about shopping for recreation? Southborough Recreation, that is. The Friends of the Southborough Recreation Department will hold a fundraiser at the Jenny Boston boutique in Westborough on Thursday, September 24 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Shoppers will get a 10% discount on merchandise, and up to twenty-five percent Read the full article → from Shopping for ‘Recreation’