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Annual Celebration of Hope Benefit to Support Domestic Violence Services Network, Inc. - May 2

Letter from Superintendent Peter Light

Dear AB Families,

I am writing to share an update on our ongoing work and to present the two final geographic scenarios under consideration. The school committee is scheduled to vote on a final scenario at their next meeting on April 9.

Over the past several weeks, Dillinger RAD has worked to refine options based on feedback and analysis. At this point, they have narrowed the work to two final geographic scenarios. These represent the most viable approaches moving forward and will be the focus of discussion at the upcoming meeting.

Our goal in sharing these scenarios is threefold:

To keep you informed of the final options under consideration
To invite your feedback
To help prepare for discussion and an anticipated decision at the April 9 School Committee meeting

To help you understand the scenarios and the factors involved, we are sharing the following resources:

Final Scenarios:

Video Explainer

Slides

Flex Zone FAQ

We invite you to provide feedback on the final scenarios through this survey. The survey will be open through Monday, April 6.

If you have questions or would like clarification, please send them to Nick Stellitano at Dillinger nstellitano@dillingerrad.org and we will work to address them as part of the April 9 discussion.

Thank you for your continued engagement and thoughtful participation in this process.

Sincerely,

Peter Light

Superintendent of Schools

Recreation Commission Looking for Volunteers

Friends of the Boxborough Library Spring Used Book Sale - April 10-12

The Friends of the Boxborough Library Spring used book sale will start with a Preview Sale for members on Friday, April 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Memberships will be available at the door). The main public sale will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Everything Must Go sale will be held on Sunday April 12 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Standard size bags will be provided; pay $5 to fill each bag however you like.

The sale will take place in the meeting room of the Sargent Memorial Library, 427 Massachusetts Avenue. Proceeds from the sale will go toward additional library programs and museum passes. Cash and checks only.

Please support this sale by attending and by donating your gently used hard covers, paperbacks, music, and audiovisual items, and also puzzles and board games in complete and as new condition. Donations will be accepted from Monday April 6 through Thursday April 9 at the library during regular library hours. Please no VCR tapes or magazines or any material in really poor condition.

Boxborough Museum Open April 12

Come see Boxborough’s Treasures

The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road will be open from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday April 12. Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old). Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or if anyone wishes to arrange a private tour for a small group at a different time please call John Fallon at 978-264-0069.

Register for RunBXB 5K - April 12

April Council on Aging Events for Seniors (age 60+)

This is a partial listing of events sponsored by the Council on Aging. For a complete list, please see the Boxborough Buzz newsletter which can be found here. Please RSVP to ascheen@boxborough-ma.gov or kdee@boxborough-ma.gov for any event you plan to attend.

Monthly Lunch - Wednesday April 8 - noon - Community Center

Friends of the Boxborough Council on Aging Annual Meeting - Wednesday April 15 - 10:15 a.m. - Sargent Memorial Library

Groton Hill Field Trip - Irish Music duo - Wednesday April 15 - noon - Groton Hill Music Center

Electrical Fire Safety Presentation with pizza lunch - Thursday April 16 - 1 p.m. - Community Center

ABRHS Community Service Raking Day - Friday April 17

Jamie Eldridge's Senior Conference - Thursday April 23 - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School

LELWD Senior Lunch - Thursday April 23 - noon - Littleton High School Cafeteria

Bake It Till You Make It - Community Potluck & Baking Presentation - April 12

Boxborough Minutemen 2026 Patriots Day Activities

On Monday April 20, the Boxborough Minutemen Company will convene at 6:30 a.m. outside the Boxborough Museum, 575 Middle Road, to commemorate the events of the original Patriots’ Day. The Museum is located at the edge of Boxborough’s Old Town Center Historic District where some of the original Minutemen from what became Boxborough mustered on April 19, 1775.

The list of company officers is confirmed by a drumhead election. This is an old tradition whereby minutemen company members indicate their approval by tapping on the company bass drum. The company cannon is fired to announce that the company is ready to meet the enemy. There is a short march to Boxborough North Cemetery for a commemorative musket volley after which the names of men from Boxborough who joined in the battle on April 19, 1775 are read out. At 7:30 a.m., the Boxborough Minutemen Company will take a bus to Concord where it will march in the anniversary parade.

The Boxborough Minutemen Company is open to anyone of least 18 years of age, regardless of gender or town of residence, who is interested in service to the Town and/or perpetuating the memory of the Minutemen of 1775. You do not need to be a marcher or revolutionary war re-enactor to join the Company. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org.

Remote Printing at the Library

EMASS Senior Softball League Opens Player Registration for 2026 Season

Be Part of a Team, Form Lasting Friendships and Enjoy Balanced Competition

Eastern Massachusetts Senior Softball (EMASS) is opening its annual registration campaign for men and women softball players age 50 and older. With approximately 500 members, the league attracts players from towns across Eastern Massachusetts, with games played primarily in Wayland, Medfield, Ashland, and Framingham. The EMASS season runs from late April through early October, including playoffs. Interested players can register for the EMASS 2026 season at https://e-mass.org/current-programs.

EMASS has six divisions that accommodate a range of skill levels. Two play doubleheaders on Saturday mornings, and four play on weekday mornings. EMASS has many seniors in their fifties and sixties who can still hit a ball over a 300-foot fence, run down a deep drive in the outfield, or turn a double play in the infield. Other divisions allow players whose talents may have diminished over time to enjoy playing with similarly skilled friends.

A Community of Like-Minded Players Who Become Friends

“We are a group of folks who recognize how lucky we are to be able to play a game we love at our current age and at a level that matches our abilities,” said Steve Bober, Commissioner of EMASS.

“I joined EMASS when I retired and didn’t know a single person,” said Al Handel, an EMASS Division Coordinator. “Six years later, the best thing about being part of this community has been the number of friends I’ve made. This is truly the essence of the experience.”

Division Coordinator Mike Mauceri added, “These friendships can expand, providing opportunities such as playing in tournaments or traveling to Cuba to play in a friendship series. Whether you just want an outlet for fun and exercise or to build new friendships, there's something for everyone.”

A Physical Activity Outlet with Balanced Competition

EMASS adds about 60 new players each year. “We shuffle team rosters in all divisions every year to enhance connections within our large softball-loving community,” said Board member Rich Goldberg. “Our members enjoy competing with and against their friends.”

EMASS players cherish their weekly double-headers and the three-hour escape to the ballfield. “Aches and pains are easily tolerated when offset by the joy of playing and competing with friends,” said Steve Elkinson. “At a cost of roughly $5 per game, there’s no better value for healthy recreation.”

A Sense of Accomplishment

In retirement, without a job to perform consistently, some retirees worry about how they will enjoyably fill their days.

“A lot of my self-worth came from my job, so when I retired, I worried whether I would still matter,” said Andy Wrobel. “EMASS softball has helped answer that question with a resounding ‘yes.’ Now, in addition to other pursuits, I measure my accomplishments in hits, runs scored, smiles, and high-fives.”

“I really look forward to game days,” said David Ossam, EMASS Secretary. “That anticipation starts several days before the game, as I think about what I can do to help the team in its upcoming games. Playing – and seeing my teammates – really is a highlight of the week.”

About EMASS Senior Softball League

EMASS was founded in 1995 and offers active seniors of all skill levels a safe, well-organized opportunity to play competitive slow-pitch softball. Players can sign up for a division with players of similar abilities. With two Saturday divisions and four weekday divisions, players can play at a level most comfortable for them. Many members play on different teams in multiple divisions.

For more information about EMASS Senior Softball League, visit www.e-mass.org.

Acton Food Pantry Chef Challenge Fundraiser - April 14

Tickets are now LIVE for the Acton Food Pantry Chef Challenge Fundraiser

Join us for a lively night of good food and entertainment and lend your support to the Acton Food Pantry at our signature fundraiser this year, Season of Change, held at The Barn at Gibbet Hill in Groton on April 14th. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Our event features tastings from exceptional local chefs from The Barn at Gibbet Hill, Season to Taste, 80 Thoreau, Puritan & Company, Salt Box Kitchen, Adelita and Silver Girl. Renowned comedian Jimmy Tingle is our emcee, auctioneer, and entertainer for the evening!

An online auction is also part of this fundraising event, running from April 1-14 with over 100 items donated from area businesses and community members to bid on. In addition, Jimmy Tingle is overseeing a live auction for attendees only featuring weekends on Cape Cod and Vermont, sports tickets, and more! We are fortunate to have many generous businesses and individuals supporting the food pantry this year by sponsoring the event. See our list of sponsors, auction items (coming soon) and other event information on our webpage www.chefchallenge.org.

Acton Food Pantry Has Moved

Historical Society Collecting Stories from Boxborough

The Boxborough Historical Society is inviting residents of all ages to share personal stories that capture life in Boxborough. History is shaped by everyday moments, and members of the community are encouraged to reflect on experiences such as time spent on nature trails, favorite nights in town, meaningful gatherings, or stories about family and neighbors.

Submissions will be compiled into a public physical and online anthology, with the option to be credited or be anonymous. Stories can be emailed to BoxboroughHistoricalSociety@gmail.com by April 30, 2026, or shared in person at the Boxborough Museum on February 8, March 8, or April 12, helping preserve this moment in the town’s living history.

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