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
The week in government
Events
Coverage of Southborough events. Focus on events taking place in town. Includes features about events related to residents or local organizations. Also includes information on town government's open meetings.
Events this week
Easter; Story time fun with Princesses, an Author, and Puppies; Gorgeous Gardens; Earth Day Cleanup; Gospel Concert; and 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
Last “Gorgeous Gardens of New England” — Wednesday
Next week is the last session in the Southborough Library’s series featuring photos by Joanne Pearson. Read the full article → from Last “Gorgeous Gardens of New England” — Wednesday
“Hands-Off” Protest Tonight
The public is invited to join residents planning to "STANDOUT & STAND UP NOW" on sidewalks around a Rte 9 Intersection
A small group of residents is planning to make their displeasure known with what they see as infringements on Democracy. They are inviting others to join them when they publicly stand up. Read the full article → from “Hands-Off” Protest Tonight
Kids’ party with special visitors at the Library next week
Sign up to for fun in the Children's Room with a "Mermaid Princess" and familiar looking "Wayfinder" over spring break.
The library will host special guests, for stories, singing, photos, and more next week. Read the full article → from Kids’ party with special visitors at the Library next week
Celebrating Gospel Music in Southborough — April 27th
An acclaimed gospel choir will give a “spirited performance” in a public concert at Pilgrim Church in ten days. Read the full article → from Celebrating Gospel Music in Southborough — April 27th
Abbreviated Select Board Meeting this Friday
I’m following up on the issue of the many meetings that were cancelled Tuesday through Thursday morning. Read the full article → from Abbreviated Select Board Meeting this Friday
Join the Community Read for Mental Health Awareness Month
The public is invited to take part in Southborough’s “Community Read”, featuring the novel The Authenticity Project. Read the full article → from Join the Community Read for Mental Health Awareness Month
This week in government meetings is mostly cancelled (Updated)
Between the Town's website going down and Open Meeting Law requirements, the town and schools were forced to cancel ten meetings. The Neary Building Project Forum will still take place.
A technology glitch impacted the legally required posting of agendas. As a result, all of the meetings scheduled for today through Thursday morning were cancelled. Read the full article → from This week in government meetings is mostly cancelled (Updated)
Story time and fun with Children’s author — April 24
A Southborough author will bring her newest book to the library over spring break.
The Southborough Library is hosting a return visit by a resident children’s author. Read the full article → from Story time and fun with Children’s author — April 24
Workshop for Fostering Language & Literacy in the early years – April 14
Next week, Fay School is holding its annual literacy event for parents of young ones. It’s pitched as a workshop to help you add to “Your Parenting Toolbox”. Read the full article → from Workshop for Fostering Language & Literacy in the early years – April 14
The week in sports
Gonk Baseball is still undefeated, 5-0.
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 – Mostly cancelled (Updated)
Select Board on Interim Building Commissioner and future use of Finn School; Regional School Committee; Forum on Neary Building Project Site near landfill; ZBA on 250 Turnpike Rd 40B; and more
A technology glitch impacted the legally required posting of agendas. As a result, all of the meetings scheduled for today through Thursday morning were cancelled. Read the full article → from The week in government – Mostly cancelled (Updated)
Holy Week and Easter services 2025
Maundy Thursday suppers, Good Friday Stations of the Cross, Easter Sunrise Service by the water, and Easter Day Breakfast, Egg Hunts, and Masses
There are many options in town for readers looking to attend Good Friday and Easter Services. Read the full article → from Holy Week and Easter services 2025