Paxton Crossing is the next headliner in the Southborough Summer Concert Series. Read the full article → from Summer Concert: Paxton Crossing next week
Summer Concert: Paxton Crossing next week
Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators”
Apothecary Artists and Gallery is inviting artists to submit artwork to include in a juried exhibit “inspired by the beauty and vitality of native plants and native pollinators.” Read the full article → from Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators”
Obituary: James “Jay” A. McBride Jr.
James “Jay” A. McBride Jr. of Southborough, MA passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston surrounded by his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: James “Jay” A. McBride Jr.
Save the Date for Summer Nights 2025
Southborough Recreation’s “Summer Nights” festival is scheduled for the Saturday before schools resumes. Read the full article → from Save the Date for Summer Nights 2025
Take the School Building Survey (Updated)
Voters are asked to give feedback on how & why they voted (or didn't) and what school building options they think should be studied. Seniors can get help at the Senior Center to complete the online survey
The Town is promoting a new survey on the the previously proposed school building project and potential future votes. Read the full article → from Take the School Building Survey (Updated)
An update on Summer Reading Program fun at the Library
Children's entertainers, activities, reading logs and more.
The Southborough Library is midway through the Summer Reading program. If you have young kids who haven’t checked out the fun in the Children’s Room yet, I recommend taking the time to swing by. Read the full article → from An update on Summer Reading Program fun at the Library
Rotary Clubs of Southborough & Burbank Sunrise Feed Altadena Wildfire Residents
Last winter, I shared news about the Rotary Club of Southborough’s “Fast-Acting” Collection for victims of the LA wildfire. Rotary asked me to share its update on their efforts and thank the community for its contributions to the cause. Read the full article → from Rotary Clubs of Southborough & Burbank Sunrise Feed Altadena Wildfire Residents
Obituary: Jeanette (Buell) Gallivan, 97
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jeannette Gallivan, who peacefully departed this world on July 23, 2025, at the age of 97. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, professional dance teacher, business professional, and a close friend to many. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jeanette (Buell) Gallivan, 97
Southborough’s “Area” used for Median Income calculations
I learned a detail that some readers who follow the town’s affordable housing efforts might find interesting. Read the full article → from Southborough’s “Area” used for Median Income calculations
“Florescence” Art Reception this Friday
Friday evening, the downtown art studio will hold another art reception. The event will feature works by local painter Cristina Farrèr. Read the full article → from “Florescence” Art Reception this Friday
Obituary: Dorothea Ann Spiro, 94
Dorothea (Donnelly) Spiro, 94, of Southborough passed away Thursday July 24th after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Dorothea Ann Spiro, 94
The week in government
Council on Aging, Municipal Tech Committee, and Conservation Commission
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 (Updated)
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
Next week’s Summer Block Party will feature “Woofster”
Another WooSox mascot will visit the community party at Finn School on Wednesday night
Southborough Recreation’s second “Summer Block Party” is taking place next week. To add to the fun, Rec has invited another special WooSox visitor to mingle with the crowd. Read the full article → from Next week’s Summer Block Party will feature “Woofster”