November 2015

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