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" in order to nurture our in-person social connections and discover the incredible local opportunities beyond our screens. We work with community partners to host and promote local events, culminating in the annual Unplug and Explore Nourse Farm.

A look back at previous years.

(Thank you, Westborough TV).

9:30am

Community Bike Ride, hosted by Westborough Active Transportation and Safety Committee and Westborough Police

Starting off at Westborough High School, enjoy a 4-5 mile guided bike ride through downtown Westborough. HELMETS REQUIRED.

Meeting spot: 90 West Main Street; meet at the Westborough High School upper parking lot, outside the auditorium doors.

This event is appropriate for people with experience riding on two-wheel bicycles. Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. No pre-registration required

1:30-3:30PM

All Ages Spring Walk, hosted by Westborough Community Land Trust

Mill Pond, the Headwaters of the Assabet River, is surrounded by one of Westborough’s most beautiful conservation areas. Enjoy a spring walk of fun and exploration led by Sam Plummer of WCLT; ~1 mile on slightly hilly woodland trails as we explore the woodland looking at trees, shrubs, and wildflowers in addition to learning about forest ecosystems and the wildlife they support.

Meet at the trail entrance (as shown with a star in photo HERE); at the far side of the Mill Pond School parking lot, 6 Olde Hickory Path

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. No pre-registration required.

CANCELLED

Beginner Clinics - Tennis and Pickleball

11-11:45AM

Beginner Dance Class, hosted by Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Westborough

Come enjoy an introduction to ballroom dancing class. Try out a step or two of a variety of dances. No partner necessary. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes you can move in.

Location: 57 East Main Street

Click HERE to register.

1-2pM

Unplugged Walk & Talk, hosted by The Willows of Westborough

All members of the community are welcome to meet in the courtyard at The Willows for a self-paced walk around the campus.

Meeting spot: The Willows Courtyard, 1 Lyman Street

No pre-registration required.

5-6:45pM

Old-Fashioned Bike Parade, Hosted by Westborough Connects, sponsored by WPS Elementary and Mill Pond Parent Groups, with additional support from Dolan & Maloney

Decorate your bikes at home or use our supplies when you arrive! Scooters, tricycles, wheelchairs and strollers are also welcome! Arrive at 5pm to decorate, get your bike helmet checked (or receive a free bike helmet, while supplies last) courtesy of Fundación Mapfre and Boston Children’s Hospital. The parade, led by the W Police Dept., will begin promptly at 6pm. Participation coupons donated by Dairy Queen in Westborough. (while supplies last).

Location: Hastings Elementary School behind Hastings Elementary School (111 East Main Street).

Click HERE for event flyer.

No pre-registration required.

please support westborough connects with our Panera Bread Fundraiser!

4-8pm, dine in or takout!

Purchase food from Panera Bread in Westborough and 20% of the sale will be donated to Westborough Connects. This is a great way to support initiatives such as Westborough Unplugs! IMPORTANT: Must show a digital copy or print out of the flyer when ordering. Dine in or take your order to go!

Location: Panera Bread in Westborough, 600 Union Street

Please note: you must show the flyer.

9:30-11am

Connect Over Coffee, hosted by Westborough Connects

Drop by for a free cup of coffee and a pastry! Connect Over Coffee meet ups are informal opportunities for social connection and a great time to learn more about Westborough Connects.

For those interested in learning about our Bridging Differences & Divides initiative, Kate Storm and Kelley Petralia will be on hand to share and answer any questions.

Location: Westborough Recreation Center, 1500 Union Street, 2nd floor

No pre-registration required.

3:30-5pm

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo, hosted by David French Music

A great opportunity for kids! Pickup, hold and try to play an instrument, with guidance from DFMC staff. Instruments include flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, violin, viola and cello. Check HERE for event flyer.

Location: 53B Otis Street

No pre-registration required.

5:30-7:30pm

Bookin' It to Bay State, hosted by Westborough Connects

Join readers of all ages for this "drop everything and read" community event. Bring a book to read and a blanket (or chair!). This event features storytime with WPS Elementary librarians, The Belonging Bus, a Hygge House Books and Tatnuck Bookseller book swap for all ages (bring a book, take a book), WPL's Mobile Library, a 4th grade bookclub project on The Amazing Generation, and The Turquoise Table (enter raffle to win a table!). Book basket raffles prize offered by local author Megan Litwin and Hygge House Books.

Location: Westborough's Bay State Green, 1100 Union Street.

Grab your dinner first at Panera Bread, show the flyer and support Westborough Connects.

All ages welcome. No pre-registration required.

Click HERE for event flyer, including translated versions.

6-7:30pm

Create with Craftlab Westboro, hosted by Westborough Public Library

Join us for a craft session for adults with Lián from Craftlab Westboro! All supplies will be provided. This program is part of the One Book, One Borough initiative, in partnership with our neighboring boroughs of Central Massachusetts. Learn more about the initiative and what other programs they are offering on the website HERE.

Location: Westborough Public Library’s temporary location, 1500 Union Street

Registration required. Link will be available on April 27th.

12-1pm

Mindfulness Session, hosted by RAI Counseling Services LLC

What would it feel like to pause—even for just one hour during your lunch break?

You’re invited to unplug and join a guided group experience focused on mindfulness and grounding. Together, we’ll slow down, reconnect with the present moment, and support your nervous system in a calm, welcoming space.

No experience needed—just come as you are.

Location: 57 East Main Street

Register by calling or texting (508) 834-3066. Space is limited.

3:30-4:45pm

Girls on the Run, Trial Session

Join the Westborough Girls on the Run team at Hastings for an afternoon of fun! The Girls on the Run curriculum is fun and engaging, promoting healthy habits and social emotional learning. Girls in grades 1-4 are welcome to stop by this practice to learn more about GOTR and why it is so fun. Parents should plan to stay and can ask the coaches any questions about the program while the girls run, journal and chat with the team

Location: 111 East Main Street

No pre-registration required.

4-7pm

Ice Cream Wednesday, hosted by Scoop on Real Estate

Learn more about the Ice Cream Wednesday tradition and think about starting your own unplugged tradition. Learn more about the initiative HERE

Enjoy one free scoop of ice cream per family or group (limited to first 30 families).

Location: Uhlman's Ice Cream, 234 East Main Street  

6:30-7:45pm

Unplugged Games Cafe: Teen Edition, hosted by Westborough Public Library

Unplug and hang out at our Unplugged Game Café, a screen-free teen game night with snacks and good vibes. We’ll be playing a mix of board games and card games, learning new favorites, and just having fun together. It’s relaxed, social, and a great excuse to take a break from screens for the night.

Location: Westborough Public Library, 1500 Union Street

Registration required. Click HERE to register.

10-11am

Chair Yoga & Community Connections, hosted by The Willows of Westborough

Join us for a calming 45-minute chair yoga session in the peaceful courtyard at The Willows. Drawing from the Kripalu tradition, this gentle class helps reduce stress, improve flexibility, and build strength through accessible seated poses. Afterward, relax with a healthy snack and refreshing beverage as we mingle and connect with one another. Click HERE for event flyer.

Location: The Willows Courtyard (weather permitting; will be moved inside, if needed); 1 Lyman Street

Pre-registration required by contacting Lauren Gallivan, Director of Resident Engagement, at 774-278-4897 or lgallivan@salmonhealth.com.

3:30-4:30pm

Teen Boxing, hosted by Trybe Fytness

Teens will learn boxing fundamentals through non-contact bag work, technique drills, and conditioning. No prior experience or equipment needed to participate! Please note: A parent/guardian must sign their teen's waiver at drop-off.

Location: 400 Union Street

Please register HERE.  Space is limited.

4:30-5:15pm

Flex & Flow, hosted by MidStrong Gym

Join us for a special one-time Flex & Flow focused on building a powerful mind-body connection through intentional movement, breathwork, and guided flow. Blending elements of yoga with core-focused conditioning, mobility, and flexibility training, this modern, non-traditional class is designed to help you move more efficiently and feel stronger. You’ll work on improving balance, increasing range of motion, and building lean muscle in a supportive, welcoming environment. Click HERE for event flyer.

Pre-registration Required. Register HERE.

9:30-11am

Unplugged Walk & Talk, hosted by Westborough Connects

Meet at the gazebo on the green at Bay State Commons for a casual walk around downtown Westborough. All ages. Dogs, strollers, etc. welcome!

Location: Bay State Green, 1100 Union Street.

No pre-registration required.

12-1pm

Slow Flow Gentle Yoga & Meditation Class, hosted by Release Well-Being Center

Come unplug during your lunch hour and enjoy this Slow Flow class. It will be an accessible practice ideal for anyone seeking a mindful pace. Expect gentle vinyasa movements paired with breath, followed by deeply nourishing restorative poses and a peaceful closing meditation. 

Location: 201 Turnpike Road

Registration Required. Register HERE.

3:45-4:30pm

Intergenerational Zumba Class with Karin!, hosted by Westborough Recreation

Unplug and have fun In this special intergenerational - all (almost) ages class -you will get to dance, sweat, and have fun with Zumba! for adults and kids, Ages: 10+

Location: 1500 Union Street, 2nd floor

Register HERE. Limited spots available.

5-6pm

Unplug and Give Back, hosted by Sarah V.

Drop in to this program focused on community service. Children will get to decorate a snack bag and then fill the bag with snacks. Snack bags will be donated to the Westborough Food Pantry for the children they serve. Please bring a snack donation if able. We will have some to get you started. Being held in the community room at the Unitarian Universalist Congregational Society of Westborough. Open to all in the community. Enter at Ruggles Street entrance. Click HERE for event flyer. Open to all!

Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregational Society of Westborough Community Room, 64 West Main Street.

No pre-registration required.

10-11am

Dog Walk, hosted by Westborough High School’s Humane Society Club

Grab your dog and leash and leave your phone behind. Join Westborough High School’s Humane Society club members for a morning dog walk.

Location: Veterans Freedom Park, 169A West Main Street

All ages welcome. No pre-registration required.

Click HERE for event flyer.

12-4pm

Unplug and Explore Nourse Farm, hosted by Nourse Farm and Westborough Connects

Wrap up Westborough Unplugs 2025 with this wonderful tradition. Explore Nourse Farm from its rolling green hills, varied berry bushes and even its Hereford cattle. Nourse Farm offers the Westborough community a chance to unplug and reconnect with the natural beauty around us. There is something for everyone! Activities include: Draft Horse Talk, Experience the Charm Bracelet Trail, Cattle Talk, History Farm Walk, Farm Tour & Tasting, Farm to Table Food Demo with Assunta’s Chef Amanda, Farm Scavenger Hunt, Farm Walking Trail, Tractor Touch, Click with Nature! Nancy Szostak Wright, Westborough Connects Welcome Table, The Turquoise Table and MORE!

PLUS, enter our free raffle for a chance to win a Turquoise Table for your front yard.

Location: Nourse Farm, 80 Nourse Street

All ages welcome. No pre-registration required.

Click HERE for all the details

2-6pm

Many Faiths, One Earth, hosted by Central MA Connections in Faith

Join for an afternoon of environmental service and interfaith connection, with opportunities to volunteer at a local trail or garden site, or participate in hands-on activities at the temple. These activities will be followed by refreshments and guided table conversations about how our ethical and faith traditions call us to care for the Earth. Attendees should arrive at Congregation B'nai Shalom at 2pm to sign up/select their off premises work site (all of which are less than 10 minutes drive away), or choose to stay on site for activities at the temple. Hands-on activities will run from 2.30-4pm. Refreshments and facilitated table conversations will run from 4.15-6pm. You are welcome to either or both parts of the afternoon.

Location: Congregation B’nai Shalom, 117 East Main Street

More details and advance RSVP is appreciated HERE, but you are welcome to join on the day.

Disconnect to Reconnect Challenge coming soon!

Our annual “Disconnect to Reconnect Challenge” is a good way to take action during Westborough Unplugs. Details and a printable entry sheet will be available beginning on May 3rd. You can submit your entry digitally (link available on May 3rd) or at any one of our Westborough Unplugs events. Prizes provided by Dairy Queen, Fred Astaire Dance Studio Westborough, Launch, Live Action Escapes Westborough, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Red Heat Tavern, and Westborough Recreation Department.

Phone Free Experiences Pilot

NEW THIS YEAR: We are partnering with several local businesses on a pilot initiative to promote Phone-Free Experiences...living like it's 1999!

Be on the lookout at the following businesses:

• Red Heat Tavern

• Westborough Recreation

• Boroughs YMCA

• Mathnasium of Northborough

• Brio 33

Special thanks to Unplug Collaborative for their partnership.

Tune into this local Offer from the BOROUGHS YMCA

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2026 Unplugged Resource handout coming soon!

LOOK UP! As part of Westborough Unplugs, Westborough Connects also promotes resources and tips for restoring balance of screen use in our everyday lives. HERE is a link to a printable 2026 Westborough Unplugs Resources Guide.