The Southborough Library is resuming the Dungeon & Dragons series for ages 10-14. Read the full article → from D&D at the Library – January 16
D&D at the Library – January 16
Virtual Author Talk series through the Library
Live events will feature live Q&A with bestselling and award winning authors from around the globe.
This month, the Southborough Library launched a virtual series they are excited to announce. The new subscription allows patrons to take part in virtual author talks including Q&A. Plus, you can tap into over 75 previously recorded talks. Read the full article → from Virtual Author Talk series through the Library
Neary Building Committee “Office Hours” this Friday
Do you have questions about the big school building project headed to a Special Town Meeting this spring? Or do you have an issue you’d like to raise or discuss with members of the committee overseeing the proposal? Read the full article → from Neary Building Committee “Office Hours” this Friday
Reminder: Survey for parents on youth “substance use” in the community
The coalition to prevent youth alcohol & drug use is looking for input to help prioritize and create "meaningful and effective" strategies
Southborough Youth & Family Services has asked me to remind the community about an important survey promoted in the fall.
If you are a Southborough (or Northborough) parent/caregiver who hasn’t yet completed the anonymous Encompass Survey, please take a few minutes to provide your input related to alcohol and drugs. Read the full article → from Reminder: Survey for parents on youth “substance use” in the community
Crafternoons this winter & spring
Kids ages 8-12 can sign up for next week's Jar Lantern crafting and/or other crafty fun through the Library's free monthly workshops.
The Southborough Library is hosting more “Crafternoons” with popular crafter Mandy Roberge . Read the full article → from Crafternoons this winter & spring
Sign up Wednesday for winter Senior Center programs
Registration opens tomorrow morning for the January - February 2025 session of events and classes
The Southborough Senior Center opens registration tomorrow (Wednesday, January 8th) for programs this and next month. Here’s what they have in store for the senior community through February. Read the full article → from Sign up Wednesday for winter Senior Center programs
Celebrate & Learn on MLK Jr. Day
Take part in a celebration themed “Purpose, Partnership, and Power: The Path to Civic Well-being”
Southborough doesn’t host any special events related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday that honors him. So, I’m sharing news from organizers of a regional event that are working to engage Southborough residents in the nearby Community Celebration. Read the full article → from Celebrate & Learn on MLK Jr. Day
Letter: Concern about Neary project’s proximity to old Town dump
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 Carl Guyer. Read the full article → from Letter: Concern about Neary project’s proximity to old Town dump
The week in sports
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
“Save the Pollinators, Save the Planet”— Jan 16
In ten days, the Gardeners are holding a special free talk. They hope you’ll join them to learn about the importance of supporting pollinators and how to do it. Read the full article → from “Save the Pollinators, Save the Planet”— Jan 16
The week in government
Planning Board; Select Board & Advisory on FY26 Capital expenses; MCAS Presentation to School Committee; and more
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
Saturdays at Fay — Saturday
Fay School is resuming its school year series for young kids, "Saturdays at Fay".
Fay School is inviting young kids with their parents to enjoy their next “Saturdays at Fay” event. Read the full article → from Saturdays at Fay — Saturday
Obituary: Janice L. (Knowlton) Williams, 90
Janice Louise Williams, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and devoted wife, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, just days after celebrating her 90th birthday on Christmas Eve. Read the full article → from Obituary: Janice L. (Knowlton) Williams, 90
Events this week
Safe Spaces, Mid-Term Tutoring, Cook Book Club, Girls Who Code, Drop-In Legos, Saturdays at Fay
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