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)
Yesterday afternoon, I finally found the time to post a recap of the Select Board’s discussion on September 5th about the future of 21 Highland Street. Unbeknownst to me, earlier that morning, 130 residents submitted a petition to the the Select Board seeking to stop the sale of the property. Today, a member of the Select Board publicly responded via Letter to the Editor. Read the full article → from Petition to “Stop Sale” of South Union
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 Al Hamilton (a member of the Select Board) publicly responding to a petition received by the board. Read the full article → from Letter: Response to “Petition to Stop the Sale of 21 Highland Street”
Southborough volunteers are asking for donations to help a Ukrainian refugee family. I’m also sharing their update on the family from Afghanistan that found its footing in America thanks to the same volunteers. (Plus, a quick follow up on the situation this summer when the state briefly sheltered a group of families in town.) Read the full article → from “Team Odessa” raising funds for refugee family relocating here from Ukraine
Last week, the board discussed options, including selling or demolishing the historically significant but energy inefficient South Union building. Read the full article → from Select Board to pursue South Union use Feasibility Study
OSPC is offering another opportunity to learn more about gardens that support pollinators and how you can help — including buying plants to start your own project at home. Read the full article → from Garden Tour & Plant Sale – Sept 23 (Updated)
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Starting this weekend, Southborough Recreation is bringing back FAST Athletics to lead its PreK sports programs. Read the full article → from MiniSports classes for 3-6 yr olds
Recreation is promoting yoga classes for kids, including one this afternoon. Read the full article → from Yoga for tots and kids this fall through Rec
Southborough’s annual community festival and parade is less than four weeks away — Monday, October 9th.
For those thinking about exhibiting this year, the deadline to register is the end of this month. Read the full article → from Heritage Day 2023 is coming soon
On September 19th, the Select Board will discuss potential changes to the Town’s posted policy for removal, trimming, and replacement of Public Shade Trees. Read the full article → from Town Tree Policy may be revised on Tuesday
The family of Ruth Ward Bloch, 96, of Southborough, Mass. sadly announces her passing on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Ruth W. Bloch, 96
Last week, the Select Board voted to have the Historical Commission oversee details of a new memorial to be installed at the Old Burial Ground. Read the full article → from New memorial for American Revolution veterans to be installed
This fall, Gulbankian Florist is promoting workshops to customize your own seasonal, floral displays. Read the full article → from DIY floral workshops this fall