Warren J. Paradise, longtime resident of Southborough, died peacefully in the care of Beaumont at Westborough’s compassionate staff and his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Warren J. Paradise, 94
Obituary: Warren J. Paradise, 94
The week in government
21 Highland Future Use Committee, Library Trustees, and Neary Building Committee
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
Events this week
Retro Kids Camp, Virtual Author Talk, Asian Folkloric Dance lesson, Magic for kids, Shifstrong Hockey Tournament, and more
As of this afternoon, it’s February school break in Southborough. Plus, thanks to President’s Day, a long holiday weekend.
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend. Read the full article → from Events this week
Downtown District’s mixed-use zoning: Code confusion, interpretation issues, and viability criticism
A project at 2 E Main St puts a spotlight on issues around the mixed-use zoning, including an apparent mistake in the Town Code.
Special Town Meeting voted to create a bylaw for mixed residential and commercial use buildings zoning downtown. Years later, the first project publicly proposed to make use of the new zoning ran into obstacles that highlight some issues. (The Building Commissioner has apparently interpreted the language differently than it was pitched to voters. And I discovered that the bylaw printed in the online Town Code isn’t the version that voters passed.) Read the full article → from Downtown District’s mixed-use zoning: Code confusion, interpretation issues, and viability criticism
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Job listings
Exec Director for Regional Emergency Communications Center and NSBORO School postings (including several long term sub positions)
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Town Election season opens Friday
If you’re interested in running for Town Office, you can start the process tomorrow. Read the full article → from Town Election season opens Friday
Chestnut Hill Farm: Maple Tap-A-Thon & Finding Fungi
Sign up for upcoming events at the Southborough farm.
For now, the Trustees are sticking with one educational/hiking program in Southborough per month. This month is the annual maple tapping event. In early spring, they’ll continue to teach about foraging for fungi. Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill Farm: Maple Tap-A-Thon & Finding Fungi
NSBORO Schools delayed 2 hrs (Updated)
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools delayed 2 hrs (Updated)
Library invites tweens/teens “Game” to play games to join them over break
Recently, I posted about a new monthly “meet up” at the Southborough Library for people ages 9+ who enjoy playing games without screens. Next week, they will be holding a special, extended version to entertain teens/tweens over the school break.. Read the full article → from Library invites tweens/teens “Game” to play games to join them over break
AbraKidAbra! show at the Library next Wednesday
The magician that packed the house last February break is returning to the library next week. Read the full article → from AbraKidAbra! show at the Library next Wednesday
Sign up opening for Outdoor Pickleball Lessons this spring
Adults ages 18+ can sign up for Beginner 1 or 2 clinics
Southborough Rec is offering two levels of outdoor Pickleball lessons for beginners starting next week. Registration for the early spring session opens tonight. Read the full article → from Sign up opening for Outdoor Pickleball Lessons this spring
“Retro Kids Camp” and classes over February Break
If you’re looking for something for your kids to do over school break next week, Apothecary Artists is promoting a program that offers “nostalgic” fun. Read the full article → from “Retro Kids Camp” and classes over February Break
Rec Camp registration opens Wednesday
Southborough Recreation is opening Summer Camp registration to residents tomorrow evening.
Southborough Recreation is again giving town residents the first shot at signing their kids up for Summer Camp. Read the full article → from Rec Camp registration opens Wednesday