November 2015

Sun, Nov 1st
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew's Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10 a.m.-12 noon every Saturday. Last sitting is 11:30 am. Walk in. No appointment needed. Winter snow cancellation made by 8 a.m., please check facebook page or call info line 508 626 0896 for a message.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Fri, Nov 6th
Bill Staines (at Amazing Things)
Staines has been performing for over 40 years, but it never gets old for him or his audience! Staines is an intimate, compelling performer, out of the folk scene of the 60's, encouraging his audience to sing with him on his chorus songs. He will mix in traditional tunes with his own contemporary folk ballads. His humorous tales of life on the road and observations of everyday people provide an entertaining blend of story and song. *** Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o3TRnAH128 *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Fri, Nov 6th
Brown Bag Learning Series
The Framingham Public Library welcomes you to its Brown Bag Learning Series on Friday, November 6th, 2015 from 12:00 noon 'til 1L00pm. Please note the temporary change in location: Framingham Town Hall, Ablondi Room, Memorial Building. The program is free to the public. The Quest for a Cure - Presented by John Slattery. The Cure Alzheimer's Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to funding research with the highest probability of preventing, slowing or reversing Alzheimer's disease through venture-based philanthropy. The organization supports some of the best scientific minds in the field of Alzheimer's research. Join John Slattery as he talks about recent advances in Alzheimer's science and awareness.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/news.htm

Sat, Nov 7th
Danforth Art Book Club: The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes
Danforth Art Book Club: The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes 10–11:30am - Danforth Art MuseumDanforth Art and Framingham Public Library invite you to join our first Book Club, featuring The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes. The novel, which moves between two storylines, one set during World War 1 and the other a century later, is about love and loss, of both the material and the immaterial. Library staff will lead visitors in a book discussion, followed by a Danforth Art Docent-led tour of the exhibition Dear Dearest Mother: Leslie Starobin's Wartime Still Life Montages. Copies of the book are available at the Framingham Public Library. The Book Club is free with museum admission; Framingham residents (with I.D. or proof of residency) are admitted free every Saturday between 10am and 12 noon. Danforth Art Museum - 123 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Sat, Nov 7th
Jazz for Li'l Jumpers
Jazz for Lil Jumpers! is a Boston-based family friendly snazzy dance band of characters who brilliantly entertain toddlers and their drivers with dixieland music. Get kids hopping and grandparents swingin' with music from Jazz heroes like Louis Armstrong, Gershwin, Eddie Condon, Benny Goodman, of course Sesame Street favorites! Kids instruments are always at the shows so kids can play along. Have you danced with your baby lately? *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 7th
Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast for Air Conditioners
The Rotary Club of Framingham invites everyone to its 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast, November 7th, at the East Side Cafe of Keefe Technical School, 750 Winter St., Framingham, from 7:30 am–11:00 am. Menu: pancakes, sausages, juice, coffee and milk. Donation: $5.00 per person (under age 5 free). Proceeds will be used to purchase air conditioners for seniors in public housing. Medical authorities say seniors, the poor, and people on medications are most for risk of death due to extreme heat; in most of these deaths, there was no air conditioner in the home. The Rotary Club of Framingham has already placed 100 units among at risk elderly, and hopes to go over the 125 mark this year.
http://www.framinghamrotary.org/

Sat, Nov 7th
Squeezebox Stompers (at Amazing Things)
Back by popular demand! -- Listening to the Squeezebox Stompers is like taking a walk through the streets of the French Quarter. The Stompers keep the dance floor busy with their trademark Louisiana sound injected into every genre from Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, to country. *** 8:00 PM *** Tickets: $18 (Stu/Sen $17, Mem $15, Child U12 $9) *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 7th
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew's Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10 a.m.-12 noon every Saturday. Last sitting is 11:30 am. Walk in. No appointment needed. Winter snow cancellation made by 8 a.m., please check facebook page or call info line 508 626 0896 for a message.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Mon, Nov 9th
Framingham Public Library Pop-up Library Opens Today!
Visit us at our Pop-up Library at St. Stephen's School, 25 Clinton Street, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.Internet, Printing, Books, and More!
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/

Mon, Nov 9th
WUMB Member Show (at Amazing Things )
Featured performer: Underhill Rose: Underhill Rose makes music from the heart, drawing inspiration from life-long listening to folk, old country, and rhythm and blues. Armed with a fresh sound and an extraordinary ability to blend a multitude of musical genres, Underhill Rose is an acoustic trio that will touch your soul. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Tue, Nov 10th
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, TUESDAYS NOVEMBER 10 and 17
7:00pm: Framingham Public Library Presents: Poetry Workshop Led by Alan FeldmanThis drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to distribute during the session. Alan Feldman is a professor emeritus at Framingham State University. Alan's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Fri, Nov 13th
Ervin Dhimo (at Amazing Things)
Bass Player Ervin Dhimo presents his dynamic electric-jazz-fusion project: THE ERViN DHiMO TRiO, featuring world-known Berklee Professor Keyboardist Steve Hunt and prodigy Percussionist/Drummer Vancil Cooper. "...electric bassist and his trio specialize in fierce, soulful, funky workouts on jazz, pop, and original tunes..."" -Kevin Lowenthal, Boston Globe *** Tickets: $18 Gen, $17 Stu/Sen, $15 Mem, $9 Child Under 12 *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Fri, Nov 13th
Friday Night Film: The Freshman (1925) 76 min NR
7:00pm - Framingham Public Library Presents: Friday Night Film: The Freshman (1925) 76 min NRWith Silent Movies Pianist, Richard HughesJoin us for a special evening as Silent Movies Pianist Richard Hughes performs the "Mood Music" for one of the best-rated Harold Lloyd comedies of all time. Actor Lloyd plays the naïve freshman college student Harold Lamb, whose dream is to go to college and become the most popular man on campus, thereby outdoing football captain Chet Trask. Unfortunately, an upperclassman sees how hard Harold is trying to impress, and sets out to make him look ridiculous. Enter on the Lexington Street side, 6:30-7:15pm.Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue – Blais Room
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Sat, Nov 14th
Claudia Schmidt & Sally Rogers (at Amazing Things)
Claudia Schmidt & Sally Rogers will grace the stage of Amazing Things. With their clear strong voices, dulcimers and guitars, they navigate a wonderful journey of original, traditional and contemporary songs and stories." Plan to sing along! *** Tickets: $18 Gen, $17 Stu/Sen, $15 Mem, $9 Child Under 12. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 14th
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew's Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10 a.m.-12 noon every Saturday. Last sitting is 11:30 am. Walk in. No appointment needed. Winter snow cancellation made by 8 a.m., please check facebook page or call info line 508 626 0896 for a message.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Sun, Nov 15th
Sunday Concert Series: Ian Watson and Amy Rawstron
3:00pm: Framingham Public Library Presents: Sunday Concert Series: Ian Watson and Amy Rawstron Concerts take place in the Callahan Center at 3:00pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance. Refreshments.This series is sponsored in part by the Saul B. and Naomi R. Cohen Foundation and Hammond Residential Real Estate, Metro Credit Union, Whole Foods Market, and Friends of the Framingham Library.Callahan Center - 535 Union Avenue
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Tue, Nov 17th
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, TUESDAYS NOVEMBER 10 and 17
7:00pm: Framingham Public Library Presents: Poetry Workshop Led by Alan FeldmanThis drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to distribute during the session. Alan Feldman is a professor emeritus at Framingham State University. Alan's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Thu, Nov 19th
Framingham Rotary ''Click & Bid'' Online Auction Begins
Bid on 100's of items including sporting event tickets, jewelry, restaurant and retail store gift cards, home goods, & much, much more! *** Open for ‘Bidness' Nov. 19th @ 8 am. *** Bidding ends Dec. 9th @ 10 pm. *** Watch LIVE Dec. 8th (7:30 pm) & Dec. 9th (8:00 pm) on "Access Framingham" Verizon CH.43; Comcast CH. 9; or RCN CH. 3 *** All proceeds benefit Framingham Rotary's community service efforts. *** For more information visit Framingham Rotary website using link below.
http://www.framinghamrotary.org

Thu, Nov 19th
Lifelong Learning Lecture Series East Meets West: Cross Cultural Influences in Dress
7:00pm - Framingham Public Library Presents: A Lifelong Learning Lecture: East Meets West: Cross Cultural Influences in DressGUEST SPEAKER: Pam Sebor-Cable, Assistant Professor, Fashion Design and Retailing, FSUEastern style dress has long held a fascination for Westerners. As trade routes began to expand, traders brought new ideas, textiles and technology from China to the West. Travel back in time and see how these traditions were born.*Lifelong Learning Lecture Series* This free lecture series is a collaboration of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). All lectures are held on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Framingham Public Library Costin Room. The series is sponsored in part by the Framingham Cultural Council, a local agency of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.TOWN HALL, ABLONDI ROOM - 475 Union Ave
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org/calevent.htm

Fri, Nov 20th
Framingham Union Aid Association Holiday Bazaar
FUAA Annual Holiday Bazaar - Friday Nov. 20th, 2015 from 7:00am 'til 4:oopm, Metro West Medical Center Hospital Lobby, 115 Lincoln St., Framingham, MA *** Handmade Holiday Crafts & GiftsBaked GoodsRafflesWhite Elephant TreasuresPumpkin Seed Gift Shop Sale. (FUAA is a 501c3 non profit).
http://framunionaid.wordpress.com

Fri, Nov 20th
Laszlo Gardony Sextet featuring Stan Strickland (at Amazing Things)
The Laszlo Gardony Sextet; Bill Pierce, Don Braden Stan Strickland, John Lockwood and Yoron Israel -- CD Release Celebration for "Life In Real Time", (Sunnyside Records) *** ""Gracefully weaves luscious textures and memorable melodies..." RECOMMENDED (The Legend of Tsumi)" -- Jeff Levenson, BILLBOARD *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 21st
Bruce Katz Trio (at Amazing Things)
Bruce Katz is a legendary keyboardist (Hammond B3 and piano) who has released 7 CDs as a leader and has appeared on nearly 70 other CDs with the likes of John Hammond, Delbert McClinton, Ronnie Earl, Duke Robillard, Little Milton, Joe Louis Walker, David "Fathead" Newman, and many, many others. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 21st
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew's Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10 a.m.-12 noon every Saturday. Last sitting is 11:30 am. Walk in. No appointment needed. Winter snow cancellation made by 8 a.m., please check facebook page or call info line 508 626 0896 for a message.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Sun, Nov 22nd
Sons of the Never Wrong with Raianne & Mark (at Amazing Things)
"SONS has been creating original "turbo-charged altfolk music" for over 23 years to a cult-like international following...their outrageous approach to 3-part harmony on top of original, witty, whimsical songs, Sons' style has turned familiar musical traditions inside out. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Fri, Nov 27th
Malik host; Frank Foley feature. Orlando Baxter, headliner
Malik host; Frank Foley feature. Orlando Baxter, headliner. Orlando Baxter exploded onto the Boston comedy scene in 2005, and quickly established himself as one of the areas hottest young comics. In 2007 Orlando was a finalist in NBC's ‘Stand Up for Diversity Showcase'.Orlando is a regular headliner at numerous comedy clubs throughout New England, and performs all over the country." *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 28th
New Sound Assembly & Millenium Magic
A night of a'capella music for the whole family! The all-male NewSound Assembly, based in Framingham, joins Millenium Magic, an all-women's chorus based out of Sturbridge, for a night of Barbershop Music! A great post-holiday evening! Millennium Magic Chorus is a unique, small chorus of 20 energetic and enthusiastic women from all ages and walks of life, dedicated to musical excellence through teamwork, education, innovation, performance, and competition. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Nov 28th
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew's Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10 a.m.-12 noon every Saturday. Last sitting is 11:30 am. Walk in. No appointment needed. Winter snow cancellation made by 8 a.m., please check facebook page or call info line 508 626 0896 for a message.VAC is closed for the Thanksgiving weekend. See everyone next week.
http://vacmetrowest.com