It turns out I missed another night of entertainment at Algonquin this week. Tomorrow is the annual Fall Chorus Concert. Read the full article → from Fall Chorus Concert – Tuesday
Fall Chorus Concert – Tuesday
Sachem’s Haunted Coffeehouse – Thursday
Teens not familiar with a “coffeehouse” concept may be confused by the title and expect some frights. It’s not a haunted house. Instead, the seasonal “coffeehouse” allows the audience to eat and drink while enjoying open-mic style performances by Algonquin students on the small stage. Read the full article → from Sachem’s Haunted Coffeehouse – Thursday
Events this week (Updated)
Finn Fest, Yoga for grieving mothers, Candlelight Vigil for Peace, Fall Choral Concert, Drop-in Chess, Cooking Lesson, Floral workshops, Crafts, Maple Syrup Making, Sachem Coffeehouse, Gardens that work, and Halloween themed fun
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 (Updated)
More virtual cooking through the Library – Tuesday
Learn to make Vietnamese Street Food through a free, interactive zoom lesson.
On Tuesday, the Southborough Library is holding another lesson for making international cuisine. This time, patrons can register to learn how to make “Vietnamese Street Food”. Read the full article → from More virtual cooking through the Library – Tuesday
St. Mark’s Park (and street) project back on track
Officials are rejoicing that the project that put them at odds with vocal critics is finally close to completion two years after digging started. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Park (and street) project back on track
Car dumped into the DPW trash hopper
I missed the big news in town yesterday afternoon posted on social media by Town public safety departments. A car somehow ended up in the big trash pit at the Southborough Transfer Station. Read the full article → from Car dumped into the DPW trash hopper
Household Hazardous Waste Day (& Electronic Recycling) – Saturday
If you’ve been looking forward to Household Hazardous Waste Day to clean out your garage/shed, head to the DPW Garage this Saturday. But note the event limitations. Read the full article → from Household Hazardous Waste Day (& Electronic Recycling) – Saturday
Town consolidating Retiree health insurance plans
The Select Board voted for "win-win" savings, while some skeptical retirees publicly worried about losing their ability to choose between Medicare supplement plans.
Last week, the Select Board voted to shift from offering retired Town employees 5 health plan options to just one. The consolidation is expected to save money for both the Town and the retirees while offering better benefits. But some former employees publicly worried that the pitch is too good to be true. Read the full article → from Town consolidating Retiree health insurance plans
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Fay School hosting Library Halloween Party – 10/28
The Library and Fay invite little ones to enjoy Halloween fun next weekend. Read the full article → from Fay School hosting Library Halloween Party – 10/28
Free crafts for young kids, tweens, and teens
Take note if you have a young crafter in your family. The Southborough Library is hosting three different craft programs next week, each for a different age group. Read the full article → from Free crafts for young kids, tweens, and teens
Trunk or Treat & Parade postponed to October 28
The Firefighters and Recreation are teaming up again for another big afternoon of Halloween themed family fun.
The Southborough Firefighters Association will host its annual costume parade and party. For the third year, Southborough Recreation will follow those festivities with its “Trunk or Treat”. Read the full article → from Trunk or Treat & Parade postponed to October 28
Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
A charity formed by a Southborough couple is raising funds to fight pediatric cancer through a walk/run at Wachusett Mountain.
A charity formed by a Southborough family asks the public to join their fight against cancer by participating in an obstacle walk/run on November 4th. Read the full article → from Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
Apply to get your family’s “Winter Wishes” granted
Next Wednesday is the deadline to apply to receive support through this winter's giving program coordinated by SYFS
Every year, Southborough Youth & Family Services coordinates a program to support residents in need prior to the holidays. The deadline for residents to apply to be recipients is October 25th. Read the full article → from Apply to get your family’s “Winter Wishes” granted