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Click Here for: The Historical Society Electronic Walk through the Past Memorial Day 2008 2008 Falconi Golf Tournament 2008 Summer Nights 2008 Fall Foliage |
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Heading for Thanksgiving
November 20, 2008 - A rafter of Turkeys pick through corn stubble in a Southborough field. |
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Annual Sale Southborough First Community Church Saturday, November 22, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM or until we are “sold out.” Just in time for Thanksgiving Day, the pie In front of Mauro's Café Southborough Breads and pies. Blueberry, lemon, meringue, banana cream, and the always-popular “apple pie.” |
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 The Jason Spooner Trio – this multi-award winning New England-based songwriter discovered his father’s collection of eight-track tapes as a child and never looked back. After early exposure to songwriter legends like Neil Young, Paul Simon, Jim Croce and Van Morrison along with Motown heavies like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Gladys Knight, Jason was inspired to start making the rounds on coffee house stages in his teens. Shortly thereafter, he spent time in Europe performing in folk & blues clubs and on the streets of London and around Spain. Once back in the states, he landed a job at a roots & blues record label where he witnessed numerous Blues legends (including members of the original Muddy Waters band ) making magic in recording sessions. Before long, Jason jumped head-first into the Northeast's burgeoning songwriter scene. Jason's writing style continues to emerge as a crucial strength that sets this Portland, Maine-based artist apart from the fray of young songwriters populating the New England music scene. In recent news, Jason won the International finals of the 2007 Mountain Stage NewSong contest held in New York City. He was also honored as a national finalist in the 2007 Starbucks Music Makers competition in Boston.
19 year old Emily Elbert is a singer/songwriter with deep musical roots and a love for creative expression. Her music has delighted audiences and music critics alike with her jazz-infused sound, which she describes as “acoustic soul-folk.” Fresh off a northeast run with G Love and Special Sauce and a showcase spot at the Folk Alliance Festival in Memphis, Elbert is already making a name for herself. Her love of music from around the world, and distinctive combination of jazz, folk, soul, blues, and pop creates a sound that engages the hearts, minds, and ears of listeners around the globe. Emily blends a hip musical perspective with an in-depth knowledge of classic favorites to create unique vocal and guitar arrangements. Texas Instruments recently licensed videos of two of Emily’s songs to demonstrate their new video cell phones throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia. So far in 2008, she has been a featured performer at the North American Folk Music Alliance conference in Memphis, toured the Northeast with G Love & Special Sauce and the Wood Brothers (featuring Chris Wood of Medeski Martin & Wood), has opened for Patty Larkin, Ruthie Foster, Kaki King, Marcia Ball and Ben Taylor. |
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For Southborough Advisory Committee Website click here for the latest info on what is going on with the committee.
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November 20, 2008 - Geese check out the grains left from corn stubble in a field in Southborough. Sudbury Valley Trustees Lecture Series Nature in Our Lives and Imaginations Tuesday, December 9, 2008 7:30PM -9:30PM Wolbach Farm, Sudbury Sudbury Valley Trustees welcomes Bryan Windmiller to its lecture series on Tuesday Dec 9 from 7:30PM to 9:30PM at Wolbach Farm in Sudbury. Bryan is a herpetologist and environmental consultant, specializing in the conservation of amphibian and reptile species. Bryan’s talk is entitled “No Refuge is an Island” and will address why we should and how we can shift our conservation model to include active management beyond the edge of our refuges. Global climate change, outbreaks of introduced diseases and invasive species, animal migrations that cross jurisdictional boundaries, these and many other large-scale conservation issues often threaten native species within the World’s largest protected areas. In suburban Massachusetts, it is particularly evident that the model of purchasing and declaring land to be a “refuge” is no guarantee that the animal and plant populations inhabiting these refuges are adequately protected. Members-$5.00. Non-members-$10. Reservations Required. Please call 978-443-5588 for information and reservations or visit www.svtweb.org Sudbury Valley Trustees is a regional land trust that conserves land and protects wildlife habitat in the Concord, Assabet, and Sudbury river basin for the benefit of present and future generations. |
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Sealing of the Cracks
November 19, 2008 - Police watch traffic as a seal coat company blows out the cracks on Parkerville Road and fills them with sealant to alleviate water and frost problems later this winter.
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Southborough, MA 12 local artisans at the Community House on Saturday, Nov. 22nd from 9:30AM-3:00PM Free Admission
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TROOP 92 ANNUAL KID’S SHOP HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER December 6th 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Woodward School Raffles, gifts, snacks An annual event where your child brings their list of names to buy for. A boy scout will meet the child and escort them through the maze of wonderful gifts to choose from. The gifts will then be wrapped and the child returns to the parent. While your child is shopping, you may purchase a snack or a raffle ticket at the raffle table.
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PARENTS NEEDED IN PRINCIPAL SEARCH As many of you know, we are in search of replacing Ned Gallagher in June upon his contract completion. Ned has been the principal at Algonquin for 11 years now and we thank him for his service. A search committee is being formed to help with the process of selecting a top-notch candidate for this highly visible position. We would like to have 2 parents on the search committee; one from Southborough and one from Northborough. If you are interested please send an email to CGobron@nsboro.k12.ma.us |
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Word has it that although it will not be the official opening, Walgreens will be open tomorrow at 7:00 AM, November 20, 2008 Walgreens is located on the SW corner of Route 9 and Oak Hill Road. |
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ARHS Play 11/20 Play-The Underpants, 8:00pm |
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Fire Log
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 HIGH SCHOOL BOYS OF ST. ANNE AND ST. MATTHEW St. Anne and St. Matthew Parishes will host a team again this year to compete in the Office for Youth Ministry Basketball League. The schedule includes 8 games which will be played primarily on Sundays with some games also on Saturdays. The regular season begins in late December and ends with playoffs held in early march. The team will practice at the Finn School gym every Wednesday night from 8:00-9:30pm. Please contact Denise Howard at 508-624-7245 or dhoward555@aol.com if you are interested in participating. |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School Sports 11/20/08
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Power Sweep
November 18, 2008 - A scene from Northborough Road looking south. National Grid powerlines skirt the aqueduct before heading eastward. Tower in the background is located at EMC near Crystal Pond Road and Washington Street. |
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 St. Mark's Hosts Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service Please join the Ecumenical Lay Council members as St. Mark's hosts the United Parishes of Southborough's annual Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 25th at 7:30pm. Light refreshments and a chance to get reacquainted with Lenten Series friends will follow. If you would like to contribute a baked dessert, please sign up in the Parish Hall. Child care will be provided. |
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Gulbankian Farms Garden Center & Florist Shop 2008 Holiday Open House Sat. & Sun. Nov. 22nd and 23rd 10am to 5 pm Please join us in our gift shop!
We will be sampling our Stonewall Kitchen line, coffee and refreshments served. Come see what’s new….great hostess gifts! -Full Line of Stonewall Kitchen jams, baking mixes etc. -Scented Soy Candles & flameless candles -Aromatique Potpourri, gift sets, diffusers etc. -Holiday Entertaining gifts-wine markers, spreaders -Unique Christmas ornaments & cards -Stylish t-shirts and sweaters -Beautiful jewelry -Pre-made gift baskets -Aloe and fragrant green tea body care -Melissa and Doug Toys -Indoor topiaries & Bulb kits
We will also have fresh balsam wreaths and kissing balls for sale.
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Business News -Southborough Averion Revenues Double Following Hesperion Acquisition Averion, a contract research organization (CRO) specializing in oncology, reported its third quarter revenues more than doubled following its acquisition of Swiss CRO Hesperion.Net service revenue for the three months ended September 30 was $15.9 million, compared with $7.8 million for the same period last year. The Southborough, Mass.-based company’s direct expenses for the third quarter of 2008 increased $5.7 million over third quarter 2007 to $9.9 million. The Hesperion acquisition, completed in October 2007, contributed $5.4 million to those third quarter expenses. “We continued to realize positive trends in our net service revenue despite the difficulties facing many of our clients who are currently seeking additional sources of funds,” said Averion CEO Markus Weissbach, M.D., Ph.D., in a company statement. “We continue to manage our business very carefully and capitalize on the efficiencies of our expanded international operations through the integration of Hesperion and Averion.” Averion expanded its European operations last month with the opening of a Czech Republic office, and the CRO continues to look for other expansion opportunities (both geographically and in the services it provides), according to Weissbach. Averion has U.S. offices in California, Maryland and New York; and international offices in France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Poland, Russia, Israel, Germany, Austria, Ukraine and the Czech Republic. |
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Northborough Southborough Girls Lacrosse 2009 Registration Open
Registration Begins Dec 8th ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY: Open registration dates are Dec 8 – Jan 4.Restricted registration for returning players only, Dec 1 -Dec 7. Returning players are guaranteed participation if they register early in this time period. In past seasons, we have accommodated all players who sign up on time, but sign up early; space is limited by field access and the number of volunteer coaches we are able to develop. Please consider the commitment and requirements prior to signing up. Players registering after Jan 4th will be placed on a wait list and there is a $25 late fee. All players provide their own equipment (NSGL provides goalie equipment). Multi-child family discounts are calculated at registration. No refunds after submission to US Lacrosse Membership. FEES: We are forced to increase our fee this year due to increases in field usage fees, league, and referee fees. Please remember that your registration includes USLacrosse Membership and insurance, preseason indoor practices, jamborees, League dues, field usage fees, 8 games, referees, goalie equipment (players provide their own equipment), player clinics, end of season party, coaches’ education and certifications. We apologize for the increase, especially in the present economy but the new fee is comparable to other town lacrosse programs in the area. Scholarships are available in confidence, contact Nancy HartPlayer registration: $155 (includes US Lacrosse membership) Uniforms for new players:
$31 shirt, $24 skirt INFORMATIONAL MEETING: Monday December 8th at Algonquin High School Cafeteria 7-8 PM. New and returning players & parents are strongly encouraged to attend. We will review the philosophy and rules of our league (MBGLL), answer questions, demo required equipment, and have uniforms on hand to verify sizes. COACHES NEEDED: Recruiting new coaches, especially at 3rd/4th grade level. No experience necessary, training provided. All age levels practice 2 times a week on Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:45-7:15pm. To assist in your planning and scheduling, our practices have always been and will remain Wed/Fridays. A commitment to regular attendance at practices and games is expected. This is a developmental program, new skills are taught throughout the season. Attendance, not ability, determines playing time. A new process for team selection has been adopted to comply with league requirement of balanced teams at each age level. Indoor practices start the end of February, outdoor practices begin in March or when the fields are ready for play. Games are played on Sundays starting April 5, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24, June 7. No games Easter or Memorial Day, but we do play on both weekends of April Vacation. Jamboree weekend June 13-14. Age levels: determined by grade, not birthdate Grades 7 & 8 (U15), Grades 5 & 6 (U13), Grades 3 & 4 (U11) For More Information Go to www.nsgl.org Hope to See You On the 8th!! |
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ARHS Girls Soccer was defeated tonight at Foley Field 2 - 1 by Minnechaug. The team did an excellent job thoughout the season to get where they did and deserve a round of applause! |
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Algonquin Regional High School Sports November 19, 2008 No events Scheduled |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School Sports November 19,
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Congratulations to the ARHS Girls Soccer team Central Division 1 Champions Tomorrow they play Minnechaug for the State-semi finals for a chance to be in the State finals.
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Santa to Arrive in Southborough on December 6
SOUTHBOROUGH, MA- Come and welcome Santa as he stops by for a visit to Southborough. He will arrive by helicopter at noon on the field in front of St. Mark’s School, at the intersection of Routes 85 and 30. Santa will then cross the street to the Community House where he will be available for photographs and to listen to individual gift requests. The $5/child or $10/family price of admission includes a photo with Santa, craft projects to do while waiting in line and light refreshments. This wonderful annual tradition is organized by Southborough Kindergroup, a cooperative organization. Contact kmarous@kindergroup.com with any questions.
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St. Mark's Church is having their
annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday Dec. 6th at 27 Main St from 10-2pm. There will be fresh greens, handmade items, white elephant items, Santa, basket raffles and a silent auction. We will be serving lunch from 11:30-1:30pm. Admission is FREE! All are welcome! For further info, contact Deb Quinones @508-429-4937. |
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Celestial Events
EVENING PLANETS: When the sun goes down
tonight, step outside and look southwest. The two brightest planets, Venus
and Jupiter, are shining through the twilight side by side. You'll want to
keep an eye on these two because they are drawing noticeably closer together
every night. Venus and Jupiter are converging on a patch of sky in
Sagittarius where they will have a spectacular double-conjunction with the
Moon at the end of the month. Don't wait until then, though. Visit
http://spaceweather.com for sky maps
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Paving and Ramp Widening Project Near Rt. 495/Exits 11 and 12: Hopkinton and Westborough Ramp and Lane Closures A pavement resurfacing
project is under construction near Route 495 between exits 11 and 12, from
Mile 104.9 to 107.2 in Hopkinton and Westborough on the eastbound and
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People & Businesses In the News Worcester-based Fallon Community Health Plan has appointed Kristen R. Veitch of Southboro as director of technical and business services. Ms. Veitch graduated from St. Anselm College. She previously worked at Private Healthcare Systems Inc., where she held positions in networking management and information technology.
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2nd ANNUAL GOBBLE WOBBLE Thanksgiving Morning 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk and Kids Fun Run Sponsored by NRG BAR & Southborough Recreation Department Fundraiser for the "Friends of the Southborough Recreation"
8:30 am Race Start! Sign up early, registration field is 500 and will sell out. Date: Thursday, November 27, 2008 Time: Registration and # pick-up 7:00-8:00am Place: Trottier School, 49 Parkerville Rd, Southborough, MA Entry Fee: $20.00 if registration received before Nov. 25 th and $25.00 on day of race (nonrefundable), Kids Fun Run is FREE!Event Website and online sign up WWW.NRG-BAR.COM Register In person: Southborough Recreation, 21 Highland St., Southborough, MA 01772 Checks payable to Friends of Recreation Long sleeve technical T-Shirts to all pre entered athletes and the first 30 to register on race day Kids Fun Run Age Groups: 3-4, 5-8, 9-11 Prizes to Top Male and Female finishers |
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November 22, 2008 at 8 p.m Westborough B’nai Shalom 2008 Coffee House presents Dan Nichols, a nationally known entertainer specializing in Jewish-style music, will perform during a coffee house ., at Congregation B’nai Shalom in Westborough. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m., when desserts will be served. Tickets, which range from $8/10 for children and youth groups to $15 and $20 for adults, can be obtained in advance by calling the temple at (508) 366-7191, visiting www.cbnaishalom.org/news/dannichols.php or at the door. d a n n i c h o l s www.jewishrock.comDan Nichols is one of the most popular and influential Jewish musicians in North America, performing over 200 events a year. His music has become an important part of the Reform Jewish movement, with synagogue youth and clergy alike incorporating it into their curriculum and services. His last two albums have garnered critical acclaim and a legion of growing fans. Songs like “L’takein (The Na Na Song),” “B’tzelem Elohim,” “Kehilah Kedoshah,” and “My Heart is in the East” are some of the most popular songs in Reform Judaism today. |
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Northborough
Southborough Youth Lacrosse Association
Boys Lacrosse – Registration for Spring 2009 Season
Info available at www.NSYLA.orgHave questions about our program, click on Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) We are a member town of MBYLL.org
REGISTRATION: Open registration on-line at www.nsyla.org 11/11 – 12/5. Restricted registration for returning players only, online, from 11/4 -11/10. Returning players are guaranteed participation if they register early in this time period. In past seasons, we have accommodated all players who sign up on time, but sign up early; space is limited by field access and the number of volunteer coaches we are able to develop. Please consider the commitment and requirements prior to signing up. Players registering after Dec 5 will be placed on a wait list. All players provide their own equipment (NSYLA provides goalie equipment). Multi-child family discounts are calculated at registration. No refunds after submission to US Lacrosse Membership. There is a small increase in fees this year for U15 and U13 to purchase practice time at indoor facilities during the March pre-season. Scholarships are available in confidence.Grades 7 & 8 (U15) is a full contact sport with practices 3 times per week, including Saturday mornings starting in March. Sunday games begin in early April. A full level of commitment to regular and timely attendance at practices and games is required. Attendance, not skill, is the only factor which determines playing time. Cost for U15 is $175. Grades 5 & 6 (U13) is a full contact sport with practices 3 times per week, including Saturday mornings starting in March. Sunday games begin in early April. A full level of commitment to regular and timely attendance at practices and games is required. Attendance, not skill, is the only factor which determines playing time. Cost for U13 is $175.
Grades 3 & 4 (U11) is non-checking level, with practices twice a week, including Saturday mornings starting in March, plus a game each Sunday afternoon staring April to mid June. Cost for U11 is $110.
Grade 2 (U9) is a developmental program. This program is designed to introduce the fundamentals of the game of lacrosse & teach basic stick handling skills, with one practice per week for eight weeks, & a few games TBA in May & June This program will begin in April when the outdoor fields are available. Cost for U9 is $75. |
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Crowds a plenty
November 16, 2008 - Crowds gathered at the Woodward school for the annual ice cream social and basket raffle which is the school's biggest fundraiser.
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Channel 4 Videotapes
November 16, 2008 - Videographer Terry McNamara tapes the funeral procession as it moves along Route 85 yesterday. |
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Southborough meetings November 17- November 21, 2008
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Leo
A. Dragomani, 84, of Watertown, and formerly of Southborough,
Framingham and Phoenix, AZ, died on November 18, 2008 at Metro West
Medical Center in Natick.
Holiday
Gifts on the Common
