Westborough Connects understands that digital devices are necessary for navigating many parts of life and relationships today. Westborough Unplugs, part of National Screen Free Week, encourages us to "unplug" when and where we can and discover the incredible local opportunities beyond our screens. We work with community partners to host and promote some local events, culminating in the annual Unplug and Explore Nourse Farm.
Enjoy this 2023 re-cap video produced by Westborough TV!
Our 2023 Westborough Unplugs was celebrated from April 30th - May 6th. Below are the major events hosted by Westborough Connects and our partners for this initiative.
Plug Into the Outdoors Nature Walk, hosted by Westborough Community Land Trust
April 30th, 1:30-3:30pm
Kick off Westborough Unplugs week with WCLT in nature, looking for and learning about the plants, trees, insects, birds, and animals right in our own back yard. The event will take place on the Gilmore Pond All-Persons Trail, so strollers and individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome! Free, no reservation needed. Short, level crushed stone trail with integrated boardwalks. Meet at the Gilmore Pond Trail Entrance, GPS address approximately 19 Quick Farm Rd., Westborough. Park along one side of Quick Farm Road.
Community Bike Ride, hosted by Westborough Active Transportation and Safety Committee.
May 1st, 4pm
Join this fun afternoon ride around Westborough. The route is about 5 miles. Riders will have an opportunity to shorten their ride, if they wish.
This event is appropriate for people with experience riding on two-wheel bicycles. Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate.
Meet at the Westborough High School upper parking lot, outside the auditorium doors.
A Bike Parade, hosted by Westborough Public Schools’ elementary schools’ parent groups, Westborough Police Department and Westborough Connects
May 1st, 5:30-6:30pm
Hastings Elementary School, 111 East Main Street
Bring your decorated bike for this fun-for-all-ages parade around Hastings Elementary School. (some decorations will be available on-site, too). Arrive at 5:30 for check-in; Parade begins at 6pm. All are welcome. No pre-registration required.
Unplugged Walk and Talk, hosted by Westborough Connects
May 2nd, 12-1pm
Meet up at the Bay State Commons pavilion for a walk around town. ALL are welcome. Come alone or bring friends.
Bookin' it to Bay State, hosted by Westborough Connects
rain date: 5:30-7:30pm, May 10th
Bay State Commons, 1100 Union Street
Bring friends, family or just yourself, your book and your chair to this independent reading event in community with your neighbors. Click on the link for more details, including a book swap hosted by Hygge House Books and featuring Westborough Public Library’s Mobile Library, AES Librarian Mrs. D’Elia and WPS Head Librarian Anita Celluci.
Visit the Turquoise Table, hosted by Realtor Stephanie Stuchlik, and learn about living as a “Front Yard Person.”
Order dinner from Westborough House of Pizza (beginning at 4pm). 10% of sales will go to Westborough Connects! (Make sure to mention Westborough Connects when you order and pick-up!).
Book & Seek, hosted by Westborough Public Library
6-7pm, May 4th
Get your laces tied--it's a Book and Seek competition for teens and adults!
Join for a special Westborough Unplugs Week event: Teams will be given clues that will lead them to spots around town. They will have one hour to crack a code and identify a book title. The first team to complete the competition and get the title right will win the grand prize! All others who complete the contest before the hour is up will be entered into the consolation prize raffle! Ice cream and cake celebration will start at 6:30; raffle held shortly thereafter.
No more than 4 people per team. If teens need a chaperone, the adult must be one of the team members (part of the group of four). Event will be held rain or shine. Competition starts at 6pm sharp, so arrive early to check in. Space is limited, click HERE to register.
6:30pm - Cake and Ice Cream
The Westborough Public Library is hosting MANY events and initiatives throughout the week. See HERE).
Dog Walk at Dusk, hosted by Westborough High School Humane Society
May 5th, 6:30-7:30pm
Meet at Veteran’s Freedom Park in Westborough (169 A West Main Street) Free and open to all; dogs must be leashed at all times.
Local Author Storytime with Westborough's own Megan Litwin, hosted by BORO Sugar Shack and Hygge House Books
May 6th, 11am
BORO Sugar Shack, 15 East Main Street
Join this local author storytime for some bug-themed fun
Unplug and Explore Nourse Farm, hosted by Nourse Farm
May 6th, 12-4pm
Nourse Farm, Jasper St. off corner of Nourse St.
Cap off Westborough Unplugs 2023 with a community favorite - Nourse Farm offers the Westborough community a chance to unplug and reconnect with the natural beauty around us. Several free and fun events for all ages happening throughout the afternoon: Draft Horse Harnessing. Cattle Talk, Expert Geology Tour, Self-Guided Hike, Cooking Demonstrations, Q & A with Farmer Jon, Tractor Touch, Veg Out @ Nourse Farm Food Truck, Bird Walk, The Turquoise Table and Westborough Connects Welcome Table
For specific times and details, visit HERE.
Weeklong initiatives: