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Thanksgiving reminders

by Beth Melo on November 26, 2025

Above: Runners of all ages will flock to the Gobble Wobble tomorrow. Another big draw is the annual tussle between the Titans and the Rangers. (image left by Chris Wraight, right cropped from pic by Owen Jones Photography)

Happy Thanksgiving Southborough!

I’m happy to report that unlike today’s dreary weather, the National Weather Service predicts the sun will be smiling on us here tomorrow morning. That’s especially good news for readers planning to spend time outdoors.

And speaking of that, here are reminders about two popular, outdoor Thanksgiving Day events: Read the full article →

Thank you to community for supporting Scouting for Food

by Beth Melo on November 26, 2025

The recent Scouting for Food drive was a success. I’m sharing BSA’s announcement with their thank you for the community’s generosity to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Thank you to community for supporting Scouting for Food

Obituary: Helen (Walkup) Varney, 90

by Beth Melo on November 26, 2025

Helen (Walkup) Varney, 90, longtime resident of Southborough, passed away November 24, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Richard Varney married for 68 years. Read the full article → from Obituary: Helen (Walkup) Varney, 90

Messiah Community Chorus Concert — Dec 7

Pilgrim Church will again host the choral performance of selections from Handel's Messiah.

by Beth Melo on November 26, 2025

On Sunday, December 7th, the Messiah Community Chorus will perform Handel’s Messiah. Read the full article → from Messiah Community Chorus Concert — Dec 7

What’s Open and Closed this week (Updated)

Town Hours for the holiday

by Beth Melo on November 26, 2025

Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed for the holiday. Read the full article → from What’s Open and Closed this week (Updated)

Rec seeking feedback on upgrades to Fayville Playground (Updated)

Public survey on plan to add Dog Park, Splash Pad, and accessibility improvements.

by Beth Melo on November 25, 2025

Rec is asking for feedback on a park upgrade that would add two public amenities the Town is currently lacking: a splash pad, and a dog park.

In addition to those details, I’m looking at why the Lundblad Dog Park project was cancelled. Read the full article → from Rec seeking feedback on upgrades to Fayville Playground (Updated)

Winter Wonders Pottery Workshop for 10–15 Year Olds — Dec 6

by Beth Melo on November 25, 2025

On a day when many adults, and even young kids, will be running around to holiday shopping events, Southborough Recreation is offering tweens and young teens the chance to craft their own gifts, or a keepsake for themselves. Read the full article → from Winter Wonders Pottery Workshop for 10–15 Year Olds — Dec 6

Annual Kids Shop – Dec 6

Details on Troop 92's annual pop-up store where kids can holiday shop without prying eyes. This year, the shop has moved again.

by Beth Melo on November 25, 2025

Kids like to shop for the holidays too, and each year Southborough Boy Scouts offer them a safe and fun environment to do just that. Read the full article → from Annual Kids Shop – Dec 6

Save the Dates for Christmas/Holiday fun — 2025 (Updated)

by Beth Melo on November 25, 2025

Southborough’s Christmas celebrations are coming soon. Here’s a list of save the dates. Read the full article → from Save the Dates for Christmas/Holiday fun — 2025 (Updated)

St. Mark’s Church’s annual Christmas Bazaar – Dec 6

by Beth Melo on November 24, 2025

St. Mark’s will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 6th. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church’s annual Christmas Bazaar – Dec 6

Southborough History & Arts Center Grand Opening — December 6 (Updated)

The opening of SHS' new museum and event center at Fayville Hall will include a Holiday Craft Fair and an art exhibit "preview".

by Beth Melo on November 24, 2025

After years of difficult repair, restoration, and renovation work, SHS is finally opening the doors to its new venue, the “Southborough History & Arts Center” in historic Fayville Hall. Read the full article → from Southborough History & Arts Center Grand Opening — December 6 (Updated)

Register Kids for Spring Lacrosse

by Beth Melo on November 24, 2025

Northborough-Southborough Lacrosse youth programs opened registration this fall for spring play. The sport is open boys and girls in both towns.

Below is the info for the separate Boys and Girls leagues. Read the full article → from Register Kids for Spring Lacrosse

SFA Christmas Tree Sale starts Friday afternoon

by Beth Melo on November 24, 2025

As soon as Thanksgiving is behind us, many residents will want to spruce up their homes for their next big holiday. Southborough Firefighters have already beeen promoting their annual tree sale that will kick off this Friday afternoon. Read the full article → from SFA Christmas Tree Sale starts Friday afternoon

Events this week

ARHS Musical, Photos with Santa, downtown Winter Market, Heritage Chorale Concert, Gobble Wobble, Tree Sales, and Holiday Ladies Night

by Beth Melo on November 21, 2025

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

JACK BARRON on School Building Project Update: “Carl- Please explain two things to me-Why would select people who care greatly about children and desperately want to build…” Nov 25, 19:51

Carl Guyer on School Building Project Update: “Has Southborough’s School Committee Lost Its Sense of Judgment? Two of the four options the School Committee has presented would…” Nov 22, 09:07

Kathy Cook on Donate Now to Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes: “Beth, Thanks for the post on Winter Wishes. This year we are trying to fund almost $16,000 in Wishes. So…” Nov 21, 14:26

Karen Hanlon Shimkus on Town Meeting debates how to study a potential rehaul of Town Governance: “To all Taxpayers, Messrs. Hamilton and Barron: The TOWN OF HUDSON is looking at forming a TOWN AUDIT COMMITTEE. Southborough should…” Nov 20, 18:47

Beth Melo on Officials agree to bring school building research choices to voters (Updated): “How big or small the figures are depend on the device you are reading from. You can read the detailed…” Nov 20, 17:21