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Southborough Turns 300 Years Old in 2027!

The Tricentennial Committee presents: A Year of Celebration

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[This is the first of a new series of guest posts contributed by the Tricentennial Committee to get the community excited about, and keep them informed of, the preparations for celebrating the Town’s 300th anniversary throughout 2027.]

Southborough was incorporated on July 17, 2027, and that means next year our town will be 300 years old! To celebrate, we’re putting together a year-long birthday party as a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present, and promising future! Read the full article → from Southborough Turns 300 Years Old in 2027!

Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more

Join a Town committee to help protect Town character, celebrate our history, shape future changes, "give back" to the community, and/or hone skills to further your career.

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The Town is advertising its need for two new members on the Conservation Commission. While I’m sharing that news, I’ll highlight other committees with current vacancies, and ones that may soon have more. Read the full article → from Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more

Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project

Help determine the kinds of signage needed to help visitors navigate downtown destinations

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Last fall, I shared news that the Town received a $30,000 grant for technical assistance with a downtown Branding & Wayfinding project. This week, the Town issued a Wayfinding survey announcement on its website.

The contracted consultant is seeking feedback by a week from Sunday. Read the full article → from Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project

SCAC’s call for new members. Plus other committees with vacancies

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The Southborough Cultural Arts Council (SCAC) is seeking volunteers to help them prepare for the next round of grants to support arts and culture in/for our community.

While I’m sharing their news, I’m also updating on the other vacancies on  Town committees that need to be filled. Read the full article → from SCAC’s call for new members. Plus other committees with vacancies

Tricentennial Committee to make the most of Heritage Day

The booth will offer free totes, historical-themed photo booth, & popcorn, plus raise funds through commemorative bricks, t-shirts, & raffle.

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The committee working towards holding a big, yearlong celebration of the Town’s upcoming historic milestone will use Southborough’s Heritage Day to raise awareness and funds. Read the full article → from Tricentennial Committee to make the most of Heritage Day

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