There has been a lot of talk about potential big building projects on the horizon. But the Town has already approved smaller facilities projects that are successfully wrapping up. Here’s an update on those.
The Art of Storytelling classes
A resident Moth StorySLAM winner is holding classes this spring to teach “The Art of Storytelling”. Read the full article → from The Art of Storytelling classes
Open discussion thread
Ask questions, share opinions
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread
Troop 92 Golf Open – June 1st
The public is invited to play 18 holes at the town course through the scouts' fundraiser.
Last spring, a Southborough BSA Troop launched an invitational golf tournament. This spring, they are issuing a public invite to what is now dubbed the annual “Boy Scout Troop 92 Southborough Golf Open” Read the full article → from Troop 92 Golf Open – June 1st
AVM to sing Brahms’ German Requiem this Saturday
This Saturday, Assabet Valley Mastersingers will perform “A German Requiem” by Johannes Brahms on the Algonquin stage. Read the full article → from AVM to sing Brahms’ German Requiem this Saturday
New downtown business builds on owners’ community ties (Updated)
The partners behind Metro West Mini Splits chose their Southborough location based on their hometown roots.
Community members showed up to support the Grand Opening for a business owned by partners who grew up in Southborough. Read the full article → from New downtown business builds on owners’ community ties (Updated)
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
The week in government
Planning Board, Select Board, ZBA, School Committee, Conservation Commission, and more
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
Obituary: Christopher M. Whitman, 76
Christopher M. Whitman, 76, of Marlborough and formerly of Southborough, died Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Christopher M. Whitman, 76
St. Mark’s Church Clock and Bell Tower Dedication – Thursday (Updated)
Now that the restoration work made possible by Southborough CPA funds is complete, the church is inviting the community to a celebration this week to rededicate the historic tower. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church Clock and Bell Tower Dedication – Thursday (Updated)
Candidate’s Letter: Joe Palmer for Select Board
[Editor’s note: This spring, Southborough voters will be able to choose among two candidates for one seat on the Select Board. To help you make that decision, each candidate is invited to submit one letter to readers promoting their campaign.] Read the full article → from Candidate’s Letter: Joe Palmer for Select Board
Events this week (Updated)
Choral concerts, Shop with a Purpose, Neary Building forum, Crafternoon painted flower pots, Drop-in Legos, Church tower dedication, Trottier play, NECC 5K, and much more
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)
NECC’s 5K for Autism – May 11
Support the annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism.
The annual 5K for Southborough based The New England Center for Children is next week. Read the full article → from NECC’s 5K for Autism – May 11
Southborough Gardeners Plant Sale – May 18
The Gardeners' big fundraiser is their annual spring sale. This year it will take place in mid-May.
Annual or perennial, you’ll find it at this year’s Southborough Gardeners plant sale on Saturday, May 11, at the Community House. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners Plant Sale – May 18