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Welcome to my blog about living in Sherborn. Do you have an event, news, comment, pictures, or video about Sherborn? I hope you'll share them here. I'd especially love to hear about volunteer opportunities in the area we can let our friends and neighbors in town know about. I also look forward to hearing your comments on how we can improve upon the blog.

Many thanks to Peter C. Everett for sharing this lovely photo taken at Farm Pond.

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Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:45:00 GMT Leslie Mann
While noodling around online today preparing our new home lisiting in the Harrington Ridge neighborhood for sale, I came across some sweet pictures of local residents Christmas caroling -- by horseback no less! -- through the neighborhood. The tradition was started by the Sherborn Forest & Trails Association , a family-oriented volunteer organization dedicated to the enjoyment,...Read More
Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:45:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Kyle & I are always looking for fun ways to highlight our home listings, so we were thrilled that Circle Furniture picked Circle Furniture picked Hearthstone Estate to hold their latest photo shoot . Not only did they photograph their gorgeous furnishings in the home, but they also set up some fun vignettes outside the house. Here's one of my favorites -- al fresco dining alongside the...Read More
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012 Leslie Mann
With so many lovely horse properties for sale in Sherborn, Kyle & I decided to organize a Spring Equestrian Tour featuring some of the areas most exquisite horse properties for sale. The tour features an array of homes that are sure to please equestrian enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the beauty of fine homes. From 1-4pm on Sunday, April 1, 2012, you're invited to stop by to see...Read More
Sat, 07 Jan 2012 19:25:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Many thanks to Bill Miller, who was kind enough to share video footage of a young woman riding his horse behind our new home listing at Hearthstone Estate . We had a little fun using this to show off the beautiful trails on the property.
Fri, 06 Jan 2012 23:59:00 GMT Leslie Mann
I'm so excited that my article about Sherborn was published in the Wall Street Journal today. Kyle & I love living here and when I got the opportunity to write about this peaceful community I was pleased to jump at it. I hope those considering moving to the Boston area will find the information about these lovely suburbs useful. In this article I highlighted Sherborn, Sudbury, and...Read More
Mon, 05 Sep 2011 13:26:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Dover-Sherborn High School earned the coveted #1 spot in the 2011 Boston Magazine ranking of Top Massachusetts High Schools. District rankings include test scores, per pupil spending, student to teacher ratio, number of AP classes, graduation rate, percent of students who continue to college, as well as the amount of sports teams and clubs. Learn more about living in Sherborn.
Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:45:00 GMT Leslie Mann
One of the things I cherish most about living in Sherborn is being able to relax at Farm Pond. Here's a glimpse of the Sherborn Yacht Club's recent sailing races on the pond . I can't think of a better way to spend the day!
Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:46:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Kudos to our Sherborn Energy Committee Chair Dan Glickman for a writeup in the Boston Globe about the committee's vision to use solar power at the old landfill to help raise money for the town.
Mon, 04 Jul 2011 21:32:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Thanks to Hometown Weekly for these great Sherborn Parade photos ! And to Hopkinton Patch for these funny Hopkinton Boat Parade pics. [main image courtesy of J. Blyberg)
Sat, 11 Jun 2011 14:03:00 GMT Leslie Mann
In this sultry days of (almost) summer, my thoughts turn to living on the waterfront. So each week this summer, I'm featuring one of the most spectacular waterfront homes for sale in the Boston suburbs. Here's the first, right in my own backyard of Sherborn (which last year was named one of the Best Places to Live by Boston Magazine). This 4,000 square foot contemporary-style home...Read More
Mon, 30 May 2011 17:26:00 GMT Leslie Mann
I'm pleased to see that many communities in our own backyard, including Dover , Sherborn , Sudbury , Wayland , and Weston , are among those Massachusetts towns investing the most in their public schools . Rowe Sherborn Carlisle West Tisbury Dover Sudbury Weston Bolton Aquinnah Wayland
Thu, 12 May 2011 18:11:00 GMT Leslie Mann
The Sherborn Social Club is organizing a morning cleanup of the Sherborn Playground on Saturday, May 14 from 9am-10:30am. Please join us. Just bring along your own tools - rakes, shovels, clippers &/or brooms. Children are welcome to come & help out their parents. The Sherborn Social Club will provide coffee, water & donuts. Also, Dover-Sherborn High School students can earn...Read More
Friday, May 6, 2011 Leslie Mann
Every year I look forward to the Sherborn Arts & Crafts fair. It opens tomorrow (Saturday, May 7, 2011) from 9am-4pm. Run by the Friends of the Sherborn Library, the fair is a great place to find unique art, jewelrym plants, books, and more, plus food, live music & great raffle prizes. More than 90 artisans participate in this popular event each year, held on the grounds of the...Read More
Friday, May 6, 2011 Leslie Mann
Contemporary cape home for sale in coveted Cider Hill Ln neighborhood. $775,000   3 bedroom 3 bath contemporary colonial home for sale in Sherborn $679,000   5 bedroom, 3.5 bath New England colonial home for sale in Sherborn $639,000
Friday, May 6, 2011 Leslie Mann
The annual Sherborn Lions Club Sweepstakes (underway now) is an important fundraiser, as it will pay for two $1,000 Grace-Marie Talbert Sherborn Lions Scholarships, awarded to Dover-Sherborn High School seniors who best exemplify community service. The Sherborn Lions Club will be selling sweepstakes tickets in the Town Hall lobby on Election Day, May 10, among other venues. 250 tickets are...Read More
Wednesday, Apr 27, 2011 Leslie Mann
Two of the three articles needed to achieve Green Community status passed town meeting last night. Woo hoo! Hopefully the third will pass tomorrow night as well.   If Sherborn becomes designated by the state as a Green Community, we'll be eligible for grants to support energy efficiency projects, helping bring much needed funds into the town and reducing the town's operating...Read More
Sun, 10 Apr 2011 14:01:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Intrigued with the idea of living in Sherborn, MA ? Here's a quick snapshot of new homes that hit the market in Sherborn this past week.                               87 Forest St, Sherborn, MA 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath expanded Cape farmhouse for sale on lovely three...Read More
Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:04:00 GMT Leslie Mann
Yesterday, the Sherborn Library was abuzz with families delighting by getting to know many wonderful retired greyhound dogs. These sweet dogs were remarkably calm amidst lots of attention from the little ones. Families had an opportunity to learn more about this lovely breed, and get to hear firsthand from owners the joy of adopting a greyhound. If you weren't able to attend, visit the ...Read More
Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:11:00 GMT Leslie Mann
  The Sherborn Public Library is inviting the public to join them for a free special event to learn more about this exceptional breed. Come and meet the greyhounds, 10:30am-12:30pm, Saturday, April 9, 2011. It's a wonderful opportunity to teach children about the history of greyhounds, the work of Greyhound Friends, and the importance of kindness to animals. If you're considering...Read More
Saturday, Mar 26, 2011 Leslie Mann
Looking to find a home in the Boston suburbs? Here's what's new on the market in Sherborn, MA this week.                         Renovated 5 bedroom colonial home for sale on Russett Hill Rd in Sherborn, MA. $849,900.              ...Read More

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