Above: Here’s a look at what’s happening this weekend through next. (images from flyers and photos by Beth Melo)
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend.
Events this week
Shop Local for the holidays and support Small Business Saturday
Support Southborough business owners throughout the holiday season
Every year, I encourage readers to support Small Business Saturday by shopping local. (Although, there’s no real reason you have to wait until the weekend!) Read the full article → from Shop Local for the holidays and support Small Business Saturday
Thanksgiving reminders
Here are a few reminders as we head into the holiday. Read the full article → from Thanksgiving reminders
Thank you to community for supporting Scouting for Food
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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)
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
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".
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
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