Above: Here’s a taste of some of the happenings on tap in Southborough tonight through next Sunday. (images cropped from flyers and contributed by Rotary)
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend.
This afternoon, the Advisory Committee shared its report to tomorrow morning’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Advisory Committee Report to Special Town Meeting
Here’s my overview of what’s on Southborough’s ballots, where to find more details to help you fill in your choices, and how you can cast the ballots once you’re ready. Read the full article → from Early Voting in the State Election starts Saturday
The Oktoberfest that Rotary had to cancel due to the nor’easert in September is back on this fall. The event is rescheduled for the month the festivity is named after.
The Rotary Club of Southborough is putting on the fest with autumn themed drinks, food, and entertainment a week from Sunday — October 18th. Read the full article → from Reminder: “Oktoberfest” is Sunday
[This part of a 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, 1727, 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 Nominate “Southborough History Makers” by Nov 11th
A popular craft instructor will return to the Library to lead adults and teens through a seasonally inspired project. Read the full article → from Adulty & Teen Craft at the Library: Mandela Pumpkins
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Special Town Meeting is just two days away. Here’s my updated overview of what’s up for a vote. (And some logistics.) Read the full article → from Saturday is Special Town Meeting
[Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from Kathy Cook for the Select Board.]
To the Editor:
On behalf of the Select Board, I am writing to express support of Article 3 on the Warrant for Saturday’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Letter: Support Article 3 for CPA Golf Course Irrigation Project at Special Town Meeting
Bertha “Bea” Ginga, a lifelong resident of Southborough and its beloved unofficial mayor, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by those who loved her on October 12, 2026, a date made especially poignant as it would have been her 63rd wedding anniversary with her beloved husband, Doc. Read the full article → from Obituary: Bea (Misener) Ginga, 93
At Saturday’s Special Town Meeting, voters will be asked to rescind a portion of previously approved borrowing authorizations that the Select Board determined was larger than needed. But one of those requests is being questioned. Read the full article → from STM Article 6: Potential debate over Breakneck Hill restoration budget
For the 6th year, Southborough Kindergroup is hosting a free pre-Thanksgiving fun run — the Kids Turkey Trot. Read the full article → from Kids Turkey Trot – Nov 15: Sign up now!
Barbara Crosby Malloy, wife of the late Matthew J. Malloy, Jr., of Southborough, died Sunday, October 11, peacefully at home with her family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Barbara Ann (Crosby) Malloy, 94
The CPC and Trails Committee are bringing a funding request to Special Town Meeting for a footbridge help safely close a gap in Town and regional trails. It faces stiff opposition from the Advisory Committee and Select Board. But they don’t have the final word on the funding request. That lies with voters who participate in this Saturday morning’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from STM Article 4: “Completing the Connection” through the Peninsula Trail Project