December 27, 2008 - Future Hockey players practice at St. Mark's today.
Working on the Railroad
December 27, 2008 - CSX workers change out a
rail in the Southborough portion of the track on the main line from Boston
to Albany.
Don't
Miss. . .
The 2008 Southborough Rotary Club
Talent Show
Friday, March 7, 2008, 7:00 p.m.
Trottier Middle School Auditorium
The Southborough Rotary Club is
looking for
talented performers
in grades 5 and up
for its
2008 TALENT SHOW
TRY-OUTS
Wednesday, January 30th and Monday, February 4th
(snow date February 5th)
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Trottier Middle School Auditorium
For more information or to schedule an
audition, contact
Mrs. Duffy or Mrs. Lunder at Trottier Middle School
508-485-2400
Each performer will be limited to performing in one act only
Please bring any backup music on CD
You must be available for a dress
rehearsal
on Monday, March 3rd
from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Don't
miss your chance
to show your talents
and
support our community!
Another Gloomy Weekend
December 27, 2008 - Fog and rain blur the
view of the Sudbury Reservoir today.
CITIZEN SCIENTISTS CAN HELP COUNT
EAGLES
A concentrated survey of major
rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and the coast will take place January
9, 2009 by Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife)
personnel, cooperators, and volunteers across the state. This
event is part of the nationwide Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey that
is held every year in early January. "As usual, our longtime
partner, National Grid, will be assisting in the survey by
providing a helicopter for surveying the Quabbin Reservoir area
and the Connecticut River," said Dr. Tom French of
MassWildlife's Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program.
Ground teams will also be covering known eagle territories
statewide during the day. In 2008, 71 bald eagles were
documented in Massachusetts during the one day-event. Anyone
spotting an eagle from January 1 through 15 is encouraged to
report the sighting by email at
Mass.wildlife@state.ma.us
or by postal service to "Eagle Survey," MassWildlife, Natural
Heritage & Endangered Species Program, 1 Rabbit Hill Road,
Westborough, MA 01581. Please provide date, time, location, and
town of eagle sightings, number of birds, whether juvenile or
adult, and, observer's contact information.
The restoration of bald eagles to Massachusetts is a great
success story. MassWildlife, along with many other conservation
partners, began the restoration effort in 1982 after eagles were
discovered wintering in the Quabbin Reservoir area. Eagles had
not nested in the state since 1905 in Sandwich and later
vanished from much of the country due to loss of habitat and DDT
pesticides. From 1982 -1988, young eagle chicks were transported
from wild nests, primarily in Canada, to be raised in cages
overlooking the reservoir. When the birds were old enough to
fly, the cage doors were opened and the birds were set free.
This method, called hacking, assures that the young birds will
view the area as their home base. The hope was that when grown,
the eagles would choose the Quabbin area to nest. This occurred,
with the first successful fledging of three eaglets at the
Quabbin Reservoir in 1989. Since that time, 26 eagle nests have
been established in known nesting territories in the state with
300 chicks fledged. The nesting birds are descended from the
original hacked eaglets as well as descendants of hacked birds
from neighboring states.
Eagle restoration efforts received major funding from: the
former Bank of Boston, hunting and fishing license fees (Inland
Fish & Game Fund), the Natural Heritage & Endangered Species
Fund, as well as additional support from National Grid, the
Massachusetts Audubon Society and federal aid from the U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service.
Get a gift certificate for an engine tune-up or Choice car wash club, take a
class at Every Body Balance. All three of these establishments are located
within walking distance of each other on Route 30 Framingham Road.
Save on car washes by joining the car wash club or buying washes in
multiples. Belly Dancing Classes start January 7, Boot Camp
Conditioning January 10 and save on fitness gifts and memberships. New
enlarged studio opening soon.
WILDLIFE HABITAT GRANT DEADLINE APPROACHES--Private
landowners who want to actively manage their property to benefit wildlife
habitat must apply through MassWildlife's Landowner Incentive Program (LIP)
by December 19, 2008. Individual landowners, land trusts, sportsmen's clubs,
and other conservation organizations are invited to apply for funding
through the program. Local, county, state or federal government agencies are
ineligible for this program. For
more information, or call Tracy Grazia at (508) 389-6387 or Marianne
Piche at (508) 389-6313.
Join the Crowd at Free Skating
December 26, 2008 - Skaters young and old
flocked to the Gardner Rink at St. Mark's school today. St. Mark's
annually offers the Southborough Recreation Department use of the school's
rinks during several vacation holidays over the year.
Wednesday Dec 31 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM All Free Skate
Friday Jan. 2 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM All Free Skate
Happy Kawanzaa
Homeowners will be more
closely scrutinizing their investments in 2009, including the way they do
home remodeling. Since Divine has believed since its opening four years ago
that design and installation has to be done with intelligence, creativity
and great integrity, the company will increase its free informational
seminars in 2009 to help homeowners understand the process more fully. More
than 90% of the homeowners who availed themselves of a free Divine seminar
in 2008 have reported that the information shared was "very helpful." In
2009, Mariette will offer seminars on remodeling both kitchens and baths at
Divine's Westborough showroom. The schedule is as follows:
How Much Will My Dream Bath Cost?
Saturday, Jan. 24
Saturday, Feb. 21
10:30AM-Noon
How Much Will My Dream Kitchen Cost?
Saturday, Jan. 10
Saturday, Feb. 7
10:30AM-Noon
Seating is limited, so reservations are
required. Call or register online.
FROSTY’S
MAGICAL
BIRTHDAY PARTY
will be held at the
Southborough Library
on
TUESDAY, DEC. 30
3:00 pm
All children welcome ~ No pre-registration necessary
The Southborough Players are proud
to present "Closer Than Ever."
"Closer Than Ever" is a musical
revue of 20-plus songs by Richard
Maltby Jr.and David Shire. Each song
is a vignette into a character's
life, universal moments and themes
all of us can relate to. It is like
opening a box of tucked away
mementoes. Each one tugs at your
heartstrings as you relive the
events rooted in the souvenirs. All
we ever have is the present and our
memories as we travel on our journey
through life.
The Southborough Players production
of "Closer Than Ever" is Directed by
Teri Shea, Music Director is John
Lesley and Produced by Rick
Saunders.
Our cast includes Bill Condon of
Shrewsbury, Michelle Margulies of
Natick, Sheryl Altman of
Southborough, Chris Harris of
Shrewsbury, Ray Gaspari of
Worcester, Donna Wresinski of
Framingham, Amy Herrera of Hopkinton
and Diane Tutin of Natick.
"Closer Than Ever" will be
presented at the Trottier Middle
School in Southborough on Friday
January 16, 2009 , at 8:00 pm,
Saturday January 17, 2009, at 8:00
pm, and Sunday January 18, 2009, at
2:00 pm.
General Admission tickets are $15.00
for adults, $12.00 for seniors and
students, $10.00 for groups of 10 or
more. Tickets will go on sale in mid
December and be available for
purchase through the Southborough
Players' website (www.southboroughplayers.org)
or reservations can be made by
calling 508.485.4424
Note: The Southborough Transfer Station will be
re-opened tomorrow, Saturday, December 27, 2008.
WINTER PARKING BAN 2008/2009
There will be no parking on any public way in the Town of
Southborough from
12 midnight until 6:00 a.m. and furthermore, there will be
no parking on any
public way during any snowstorm in the Town of
Southborough. Vehicles parked
will be towed at the owner’s expense (according to the
Town’s Code).
This Ban will be in effect from December 1, 2008 through
March 15, 2009.
Illegal parking during unusual storms occurring before or
after the Ban will be
dealt with according to Section 152-6 of the Code of the
Town of Southborough.
December 26, 2008 - Winter weather advisory in
effect from 11 pm this evening to 7 am est Saturday,
The NWS in taunton has issued a winter weather advisory for freezing rain,
which is in effect from 11 pm this evening to 7 am est Saturday.
This advisory is for all of southwestern New Hampshire, all of western and
central Massachusetts as well as interior eastern massachusetts along and
north and west of the interstate 495 corridor, north central and
northeastern Connecticut and the northwestern hills of Rhode Island.
A brief period of light snow, sleet and freezing rain is likely to develop
across interior southern new england after 11 pm. The precipitation will be
spotty and brief. Precipitation type will vary, but will likely begin as
some light snow or sleet then quickly change to freezing rain as
temperatures continue to warm aloft. Some very light glazing may be
possible. Light snow or sleet accumulations could also be just enough to
coat some surfaces.
Some slippery conditions will likely develop across the advisory area,
especially over higher terrain locations as well as untreated surfaces,
overpasses, ramps and roadways. Remember it does not take much frozen or
freezing precipitation to cause hazardous travel conditions.
Spotty light precipitation is likely to end as rain after daybreak saturday.
Initially some wet snow or sleet may briefly mix with rain near the coast.
A winter weather advisory is issued when snow and/or ice is forecast to
develop in the affected areas, but accumulations are expected to be light.
Any snow or ice would make driving and walking difficult, but not
impossible, on untreated roadways and sidewalks. When temperatures are below
freezing, motorists need to be especially careful on bridges and overpasses
where slippery spots can easily develop.
1/8/2008 Free Online Seminar "Making
Your Resolutions Stick"
Thursday, January 8th
Join by phone and internet
12:00 Noon or 7:30 PM
For more information about this seminar and how to register, please click here.
Sports Schedules are subject to change under weather conditions
Ever since he
released his self-titled debut at 24, Mark Erelli has exhibited an
uncommon musical maturity. From twangy roots rock through fingerpicked
folk, rollicking blues, western swing, rockabilly, nineteenth century
ballads, lullabies and songs of social and political commentary, Mark
has produced an assured and varied catalog over the last decade. Now 34,
with well over 1000 concerts under his belt, multiple awards and growing
notoriety as an accompanist, he has one of the most impressive and
varied reputations in modern roots music. For the last 10 years, over
the course of six albums and countless miles traveled from coffeehouse
to house concert to listening room, Erelli has made himself the
veritable James Brown of Unitarian church basements. He’s “the hardest
working man in folk business” and one of the most respected
singer-songwriters on the circuit. Beyond his solo career, he has also
fashioned himself into one of the most in-demand instrumental sidemen,
touring with
Lori McKenna
and gaining strong attention as a writer, performing in Nashville song
circles and backstage pickin’ parties with the likes of Tim McGraw,
Faith Hill, Trisha Yearwood, Lyle Lovett, John Hiatt and others.
Louise M. Fabrizio
PLYMOUTH Louise M. Fabrizio of Plymouth, formerly of Southborough,
died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008. She was the wife of Cosmo "Gus"
Fabrizio for more than 62 years. Arrangments are incomplete and
under the direction of the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St.,
Southborough.
Help Us Find Massachusetts' Owls
Join our state-wide effort
to document owl populations in Massachusetts!
Owls are everywhere. Some species can be found in
dense forests or small wood lots. Others may prefer
swamps, or open marshes, grasslands, or even
residential neighborhoods.
Do you have owls in your neighborhood? It is very
possible, but because they are nocturnal they often
go unnoticed. Usually the best indication that there
is an owl in the area is its call.
Have you heard or seen an owl but need some
assistance identifying it? We have provided
photos and recordings of the seven species of
owls that nest in Massachusetts.
Once you have identified your owl, please use our
Owl Reporter to plot the location and date of
the sighting.
As always, please take care not to disturb any
owl you find.
Your owl location information will be included as
a valuable subset of a larger database for Mass
Audubon's five-year, statewide
Breeding Bird Atlas project, a volunteer-based
effort designed to map the distribution of all the
breeding birds in the Commonwealth.
Wednesday Dec 31 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM All Free Skate
Friday Jan. 2 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM All Free Skate
Stay Off the Ice
December 25, 2008 -
Southborough has many bodies of water within its boundaries, including
the Sudbury Reservoir, Sudbury River and Crystal Pond, just to name a
few.
NONE of the bodies of water are considered safe to be upon when frozen
at ANY TIME OF YEAR. Constant water flowing through, and underground
springs contribute to weak spots in the ice.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, STAY OFF OF THE ICE ON ANY BODY OF WATER IN
SOUTHBOROUGH.
Letter to the Editor: December
24, 2008
Dear Southborough News:
Heating oil prices have fallen by so much this autumn, that anyone who
locked in a fixed price may be stuck paying thousands more than necessary.
I agreed to buy heating oil at $4.70 per gallon this season. I was happy to
learn that the contract could be terminated by paying a penalty of only
$600. By signing a new contract at $2.70/gal, I'd save that much over the
next two deliveries -- and I may have five more deliveries to come! If your
readers have contracted for expensive oil, they might review their contract
to see if such a buy-out makes sense. I only wish my oil dealer would have
pointed this out before my last delivery!
Louis Kuchnir
Southborough, MA
TROOP
1 SOUTHBOROUGH CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP
Boy Scout
Troop 1 Southborough will be offering Christmas tree pickup in Southborough
on January 3rd and January 10th for $5 per tree.
If you would
like to schedule a pick up, please send email to Troop1Trees@gmail.com or
call 508-626-8015 and leave a message. Email or phone message must include
your name, phone number, address, and date for pickup. Requests for pick up
will be taken until 8 PM the day before pick up.
Trees must be
placed at the END of the driveway by 9 AM on the day of pick up. Please
place $5 per tree in a plastic bag clipped or taped to the top of the tree.
Money should NOT be placed in the mailbox.
This is a
fundraiser for Southborough Troop 1 Boy Scouts and we thank the residents
and businesses for support over the years!
Sports Schedules are subject to change under weather conditions
Merry
Christmas
from the
Southborough News
100,000 mark will be reached today!
December 25, 2008 - Southborough readers have
given the Southborough News a Christmas present today. Later this
afternoon or early this evening the Southborough News will reach the 100,000
unique readership mark. What an accomplishment in just over a year and a
half!! I wish to thank all the readers and my advertisers for supporting the
Southborough News.
Next week in honor of reaching the 100,000
mark there will be two contests. A historical Southborough contest
where the reader will have to give the answer to a series of questions about
the town's history and the other contest will be a photographic search of
Southborough. More explanation next week. The will win a prize
on each of the contests.
Prizes will be awarded in each of the two
contests to the first three to submit the correct answers. First prize
in each will be a $25 gift certificate to Stop and Shop. However, that will
be matched in your name with a gift card donated to the Southborough Food
pantry. The next two winners in each contest will each receive a $10
gift card to Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks.
More details next week.
Please Patronize the
Southborough News Advertisers, they keep the website running. Thank you.
Snow, Sleet, Rain, Wind
December 24, 2008 - Southborough has been
getting everything in the book from the storms lately. We've gone from
bitter cold to near 60 with melting snow and rains today.
Keep those Vents Clear
December 24, 2008 -
***** In order to keep your family safe from the effects of CARBON
MONOXIDE poisoning, ensure that the vents that carry the products of
combustion outside of your house are clear of ICE & SNOW build-up. *****
Many appliances, including:
·
gas and oil furnaces and burners
·
gas and oil hot water heaters
·
gas clothes dryers
·
gas fireplaces
·
kerosene and wood pellet stoves
are directly vented horizontally to the outside of your
home throughout
the outside wall instead of a vertical chimney. Snow and ice buildup
will not allow the gases to properly vent and can cause a build-up in
your home.
If you are not sure of the type of venting system at your home, please
feel free to contact the Fire Department at 508-485-3235.
Remember, State Law
requires the installation of working carbon monoxide detectors in your
home.
Happy Christmas Eve to all
Fay School Construction
December 24, 2008 - The Fay School expansion
moves right along with several new buildings looking almost finished on the
exterior.
The Stockings were Hung by the Chimney with Care
December 24, 2008 - The Southborough
Community House is decorated for Christmas, stockings, candles, greens and
all.
News from the Past
December 23, 2008 - The Southborough Historical
Society recently acquired this great news article on Mr. Lincoln and his
store. The store is now a private residence but at one time served as
the Cordaville Rail Station. As if it was a Norman Rockwell scene, resident
Mrs. Holmes purchases goods at the counter. The Historical Museum
behind the Southborough Town House holds a great collection of Southborough
memorabilia and historic items.
Snow Horses
December 23, 2008 - Not wanting to stay in
their runout shed, the herd stands in the open in the snow earlier this
week.
TROOP
1 SOUTHBOROUGH CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP
Boy Scout
Troop 1 Southborough will be offering Christmas tree pickup in Southborough
on January 3rd and January 10th for $5 per tree.
If you would
like to schedule a pick up, please send email to Troop1Trees@gmail.com or
call 508-626-8015 and leave a message. Email or phone message must include
your name, phone number, address, and date for pickup. Requests for pick up
will be taken until 8 PM the day before pick up.
Trees must be
placed at the END of the driveway by 9 AM on the day of pick up. Please
place $5 per tree in a plastic bag clipped or taped to the top of the tree.
Money should NOT be placed in the mailbox.
This is a
fundraiser for Southborough Troop 1 Boy Scouts and we thank the residents
and businesses for support over the years!
December 23, 2008 - A CSX freight train is
blurred by its speed, roars through the Southborough MBTA station.
MEMA POSTS ROOF COLLAPSE & STORM DRAIN WARNING
Snow Buildup & Subsequent Heavy Rain Present Dangers
FRAMINGHAM, MA – “The
rainy weather we are expecting, on top of the recent heavy snowfall,
could present a threat for roof collapses, as well as localized street
and basement flooding around the Commonwealth,” stated Massachusetts
Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Director Don Boyce. “If not cleared
off of roofs, the snow acts as a sponge, absorbing any additional sleet
and rain, adding stress to structures. Flat, commercial roofs are most
susceptible if they are not draining properly. Additionally, MEMA
encourages citizens to clear storm drains in their neighborhoods to
minimize local flooding problems from this run-off.”
In many other cases,
roof ice dams have formed causing water build-up, leading to interior
damage. To minimize the risk of over-stressing a building roof due to
accumulated or drifting snow:
Be on the alert for
large accumulating snow build-up or snowdrifts on your roofs.
If roof snow can be
removed with the use of a snow rake (available at most hardware
stores), do so. Use caution, as metal snow rakes conduct electricity
if they come into contact with a power line.
Try to avoid working
from ladders, as ladder rungs tend to ice up. Snow and ice collect
on boot soles, and metal ladders.
Flat roofs can be
shoveled clear, but only if it is determined that the roof is safe
to stand upon. Exercise care when on the roof to avoid potentially
dangerous falls.
Flat roof drainage
systems should be kept clear to minimize the risk of excess roof
ponding in the event of subsequent heavy rainfall or melting.
Large icicles can
form on roof overhangs, but do not necessarily mean ice damming is
occurring. Icicles overhanging doorways and walkways can be
dangerous and should be carefully removed.
All of the mentioned
actions should only be performed by able-bodied adults, as the snow
is heavy, and roofs and other surfaces may be slippery. Protective
headgear and eye protection is recommended.
This roof collapse alert
is issued by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), in
conjunction with the State Board of Building Regulations and Standards.
The Massachusetts
Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is the state agency responsible for
coordinating federal, state, local, voluntary and private resources
during emergencies and disasters in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
MEMA provides leadership to: develop plans for effective response to all
hazards, disasters or threats; train emergency personnel to protect the
public; provide information to the citizenry; and assist individuals,
families, businesses and communities to mitigate against, prepare for,
and respond to and recover from emergencies, both natural and man made.
For additional information about MEMA and Winter Preparedness, go to the
MEMA website at www.mass.gov/mema
New
Year’s Eve Party
For
7th and 8th
Grade Trottier Students at the
Woodward
School Gym on
Wednesday,
December 31st
From
7:30 pm to
12:30 am
•
Please Click here to see other side of this flyer
for Rules and Permission Slip
•
Signed Permission slip and admission fee of $15
(nonrefundable) are due by Monday, December 22 at 2pm in the Recreation
Office
•
Please make checks payable to “Southborough
Recreation”
•
No one will be admitted without a signed
permission slip and paid admission
•
Pizza and other refreshments are included in the
admission fee
•
Games, Music and DJ to ring in the New Year!
•
A responsible adult must pick up students
promptly at
12:30 am
Organized by Southborough Recreation
Questions? Please contact Jenn Hom at
Jhom@southboroughma.com
or call
the
Recreation office at 508-229-4452
A Busy Day
December 23, 2008 - Shovelers, snowblowers
and plows seemed the only way to get ahead of the storm yesterday.
Not off the Road
December 23, 2008 - This sander, although
looking as if they went off the road just plowed the snow from route 85 off
onto Rockpoint Road.
December 23, 2008 - Snow falls on Two Canada Geese in some open water
yesterday.
Ice Storm Recovery
Information
On 12/12/2008 Governor
Patrick declared a state of emergency due to the severe
winter storm that produced high winds, ice and heavy
rains in Central and Western Massachusetts. If you have
questions or need assistance during this emergency,
contact Mass 2-1-1 by dialing “2-1-1” or visit
www.mass211.org.
The Massachusetts State Police
urge motorists to be safe on the roads of the Commonwealth
this winter. If possible, do not travel, or keep travel to a
minimum during periods of winter weather in order to allow
snow removal crews to clear the roadway. For those who need
to drive in adverse winter weather conditions, the State
Police recommend the following winter driving safety tips:
Take Note of the Local
Forecast: The State Police encourage motorists to take
note of local forecasts and plan accordingly for adverse
weather conditions. Motorists are reminded that they can
dial 511 on their cell phones for current traffic and
road conditions on Massachusetts Highways.
Vehicle Preparation: With a
forecast of inclement weather, motorists should ensure
that their vehicles are well maintained and properly
equipped for winter driving. Motorists should check the
fluid levels of their vehicles, particularly washer
fluid and anti-freeze, to make sure that they are at
adequate levels. Tires should be inspected to ensure
that they are properly inflated and have sufficient
tread depth. Motorists should equip their vehicles with
a snow shovel, ice scraper, jumper cables, flares, a
flashlight and some warm clothing and blankets.
Additionally, motorists are reminded to completely
clear their vehicles of snow and ice prior to driving.
Clearing vehicles of snow and ice enhances the safety of
all motorists by providing an unobstructed view to the
operator and prevents snow and ice from flying off
vehicles at high speeds and posing a hazard to others on
the road.
Reduce Speed: Most winter
weather related crashes are caused by "spin-outs" and
vehicles sliding off the road due to excessive speeds
for the road and weather conditions. Speed Limits are
set for driving under optimal, dry conditions. If road
and weather conditions are adverse, it may be more
reasonable and proper to operate at a speed that is well
below the posted limit.
Leave Extra Space Between
Vehicles: Under optimal driving conditions, motorists
should leave at least one car length for every ten miles
per hour between them and the vehicle in front of them.
If the road and weather conditions are adverse, that
distance should be significantly increased in order to
afford for increased stopping distances.
Dial 911 in Roadway
Emergencies: In any weather conditions, motorists who
become disabled or encounter an emergency on the
roadways should dial 911 and report their location and
the nature of the emergency. Motorists should always be
aware of their location, noting the route they are
traveling on and the number of the exit they most
recently passed.
Don't Forget
December 23, 2008 - Shovel out those
hydrants, it could help save your home.
ARHS Sports 12/23/08
Coed
Varsity
Ski
VS
SKI
WARD CUP RACE
Ski
Ward
3:00PM
Boys
Varsity
Wrestling
VS
Hopkinton High School
High School
5:00PM
Girls
Varsity
Ice
Hockey
VS
Burlington High School
New
England
7:50PM
AVRTHS Sports 12/23/08
Girls
JV
Basketball
VS
Clinton High School
5:00PM
Girls
Varsity
Basketball
VS
Clinton High School
6:30PM
Sports Schedules are subject to change under weather conditions
Monday December 22, 2008
there is a two hour opening delay at
Algonquin Regional High School, Southborough Schools and the Assabet Valley
Regional Technical High School in Marlborough.
Happy
Hanukkah
Frosty Laughing at the Snow
December 21, 2008 - A few more feet and
Frosty will be buried in snow.
Snowing in Southborough
December 21, 2008 - A few cars travel along
route 30 through downtown Southborough as some walkers head for Southborough
House of Pizza.
The
Perfect Dress Sale
The Hopkinton
PTA is hosting its third annual Perfect Dress sale on Jan. 10 from 10
am-1 pm at Hopkinton High School on Route 85. Gorgeous new and gently
used dresses for all occasions are $20-$40 (many with tags still
attached reading $200-$400).
As a new
addition this year, we'll also be hosting a Prom Fashion Show,
showcasing the cutting edge in prom fashion with fashion show dresses
graciously lended by David's Prom. Admission is $5, with the admission
price going toward the purchase of any dress at The Perfect Dress.
December 21, 2008 - This little bulldog hood
ornament sits out in the snow guarding an old truck. The Mack truck
got the bulldog logo from English Soldiers that thought the Mack AC model
truck for the front lines looked like the English Bulldog and started
calling the vehicles Bulldog Mack.
Sports Schedules are subject to change under weather conditions
Senior Schedule
Monday 22
Tuesday 23
Wednesday 24
Thursday 25
Friday 26
8:30 Health Clinic
8:30 walking group
9:30 Pool
Closed
Holiday: Christmas
Closed
9:30 AM Cribbage
11:00 Sr. singers
10:00 Creative Writers
12:00 Lunch
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Pitch
1:00 PM Heart for the Holidays Bereavement Support Group
12:00 Lunch
2:00 PM Fitness
URSID METEORS:
Earth is passing through a stream of debris from comet 8P/Tuttle and this is
causing the
annual Ursid meteor shower. Forecasters expect the Ursids to peak on Dec.
22nd with 8 to 10 meteors per hour flying out of the constellation Ursa
Minor (the Little Dipper) not far from the north star. The display is
usually mild, but outbursts of Ursids occasionally surprise observers with
rates many times normal. The last time this happened was in 2006.
Standing outdoors to watch Ursids in December can be a chilling experience.
So why not stay inside and listen? Spaceweather.com is broadcasting live
audio from the Air Force Space Surveillance Radar in Texas. When a meteor
passes over the facility--"ping"--there is an echo. Because the Ursid
radiant is circumpolar (always up) over the radar, the echoes may be heard
at any hour, night or day. Tune in to
http://spaceweather.com to try the audio feed, which can support 1000
simultaneous listeners.
The Town of Southborough
currently has the following employment positions open.
The Town of Southborough is always
looking for resident volunteers for a variety of committees, commissions and
boards. Why not help your town and give back in time.
Capital Budget Planning Committee (2) (appt.
by Moderator)
The Southborough Transfer
Station will be closed Thursday and Friday of this week for the Holiday.
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WINTER PARKING BAN 2008/2009
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1 SOUTHBOROUGH CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP 
home throughout
the outside wall instead of a vertical chimney. Snow and ice buildup
will not allow the gases to properly vent and can cause a build-up in
your home.
New
Year’s Eve Party
The
Perfect Dress Sale
annual Ursid meteor shower. Forecasters expect the Ursids to peak on Dec.
22nd with 8 to 10 meteors per hour flying out of the constellation Ursa
Minor (the Little Dipper) not far from the north star. The display is
usually mild, but outbursts of Ursids occasionally surprise observers with
rates many times normal. The last time this happened was in 2006.
