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New survey on Southborough “motif” and signs — Feedback due 5 pm Friday

The study for downtown Wayfinding is wrapping up. The Town is seeking public feedback from the community before the next stage.

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Above: A survey asks for feedback on planned downtown signage and the symbol that will be featured as a “motif” symbol for Southborough. (image left from survey, right contributed)

Earlier this spring, the Town issued a survey to help guide them in creating a “Wayfinding Signage Plan” for downtown. Now they have issued a very quick follow up survey for the next stage of the project.

The new survey seeks feedback on draft design concepts that have come out of their work with a consultant. That includes a “motif” to be featured. The image is pitched as adding “another distinct layer of identity to downtown, with a separate purpose from the Town Seal.” Read the full article →

“Growing Wild”: Grab a free kit and/or “pledge your garden” (Updated – again)

Today (while supplies last), Gulbankian Farm is among the nurseries giving out native plant kits as part of a state initiative to support pollinators.

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In an effort to support pollinators, Massachusetts has partnered with nurseries, parks and reservations to distribute free “starter kits” for gardening with native plants. It’s part of their “Growing Wild” initiative for National Pollinators Month in June. Read the full article → from “Growing Wild”: Grab a free kit and/or “pledge your garden” (Updated – again)

The Nature of Southborough: In search of the first “Spring Ephemerals”

The latest in Southborough Open Land Foundation's contributed series.

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[This post is part of a special guest series focused on appreciating nature in Southborough, contributed by the Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving and stewarding natural resources here in town.]

Take a peek at some of the fleeting early bloomers in SOLF’s preserved open spaces. Read the full article → from The Nature of Southborough: In search of the first “Spring Ephemerals”

Free youth empowerment fitness program for teens

Teens ages 14-19 are invited to join a local gym's "LIZZ Project" program in partnership with Encompass

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BP Training in Southborough is promoting a free program for high school teens. The program extends beyond physical fitness, with the hope to also empower teens with life skills and “Strength. Confidence. Purpose.”

The program is open to 14-19 year olds of all fitness levels to participate, but capacity is limited. Read the full article → from Free youth empowerment fitness program for teens

Join SOLF’s Board of Trustees

The Southborough Open Land Foundation is seeking new board members. They also shared news about service recognized at their annual meeting.

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The Southborough Open Land Foundation asked me to share a couple of news items. One is highlights from from their recent annual meeting where they reviewed accomplishments and gave out the annual Elaine Beals Conservation Award.

They also recognized a retiring longtime board member, which leads to their second item — a call for volunteers to fill two seats on SOLF’s Board of Trustees. Read the full article → from Join SOLF’s Board of Trustees

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