May 2014

Sun, May 18th
Framingham History Center House Tour
Please join us for the annual Framingham History Center House tour. This year we will feature an "Arts and Culture" theme. We have been able to assemble an exciting ensemble of houses that reflect the creativity of their owners, most of whom are artists, potters, sculptors, musicians, collectors, or designers. Tickets are on sale now and can also be purchased the day of the tour at Framingham High School
http://www.framinghamhistory.org/house-tour

Mon, May 19th
Matinee Film: Nebraska (2013) Rated R (at Main Library)
2:00pm -- Matinee Film: Nebraska (2013) 115 mins. Rated R (language)*** Bruce Dern stars as a tempestuous Missouri father who's convinced he's won a million dollar magazine sweepstakes, and Will Forte as the son who grudgingly agrees to drive him to Nebraska to claim his winnings. "Nebraska is a wonderful comedy shot in black-and-white and told in shades of gray." (Minneapolis Star Tribune) Refreshments *** Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St, Costin Room.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Tue, May 20th
''The Practice'' Author Barb Schmidt, Talk & Book Signing (at Barnes & Noble)
7:00pm -- Join "The Practice" author Barb Schmidt on Tuesday, May 20th, 2014 at Barnes & Noble. *** Barb will participate in a talk at 7:00pm, followed by a book signing. *** About The Practice: The mind has a way of interfering with personal happiness, often causing stress and doubt. Getting in touch with one's inner source of peace and following its guidance over the mind's often-unfounded concerns requires training and discipline. Knowing this truth intimately, Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life Founder Barb Schmidt developed a three-part spiritual discipline called The Practice. The Practice is a toolkit to be used throughout the day to guide people who are looking for confidence, less stress, and deeper meaning along life's path. *** Price: Free *** Barnes & Noble, 1 Worcester Rd., Framingham, MA 01701
http://www.barbschmidt.com

Wed, May 21st
Talk: ''Boston Harbor Islands: Home on the Harbor'' (at Main Library)
7:00pm -- Boston Harbor Islands - "Home on the Harbor." Guest Speaker: Kevin Rogers, Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands Community Outreach Coordinator *** This is an interpretive talk on what "Home on the Harbor" has meant to different people through the years, beginning with Native Americans and fur traders to soldiers and ship wreck survivors. *** Refreshments *** Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street, Costin Room.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, May 22nd
F-SEPAC New Director Meet and Greet
Meet and Greet the New Director of Special Education, Laura Spear and learn about the district wide shift from the Co-Taught Inclusion Model to the Grade Level Inclusion Model & Elections for the New F-SEPAC Officers *** Laura will be presenting an overview of the district wide shift from the Co-Taught Inclusion Model to the Grade Level Inclusion Model. *** There will be a panel discussion afterwards with the new Assistant Director of Special Education, Ildefonso Arellano, and some team evaluation coordinators from various schools.We will be having elections to vote for new F-SEPAC Officers for the 2014-2015 school year. *** If you would like to nominate someone to be on the ballot for Co-Chair, Secretary or Treasurer please contact Marcy Rosch at mrosch2@aol.com or 508-879-7404. We hope you will join us!
http://www.F-SEPAC.org

Sat, May 24th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
No session this week. See you next week.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Wed, May 28th
''Long Mile Home: Boston Under Attack'' Author/Book Signing (at Main Library)
7:00pm -- Long Mile Home: Boston Under Attack, the City's Courageous Recovery, and the Epic Hunt for Justice With Boston Globe Reporters and Co-authors Scott Helman and Jenna Russell *** April 15, 2014 marked the first anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, when the city, its people, and its marathon were irrevocably changed. An historic race brought to a halt for the first time since its debut in 1897. The largest crime scene in Boston's history. An epic manhunt for the Tsarnaev brothers. An entire city on lockdown. The events of that week gripped the nation as they unfolded, yet nowhere has the full, multilayered story been told -- until now. *** The New England Mobile Book Fair will sell copies of the book. *** Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street, Costin Room.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Sat, May 31st
Spring Forward With Style Fashion Show (at Main Library)
2:00pm -- A fashion show to benefit the Framingham Public Library Foundation. *** Includes an afternoon tea with hot and cold drinks, tea sandwiches, and desserts to savor during the show. Fashions by designer Carol Anderson of Carol Anderson By Invitation Only (cabionline.com) will be featured, and 10% of the sales proceeds for pieces from the collection ordered at the event will be donated to the foundation. The fashions will be modeled by some well-known Framingham leaders, including middle school principals, school committee members, library trustees, and the director of the downtown renaissance organization. *** Tickets are $20 and available at the main library and the McAuliffe branch on Nicholas Road, for this special event sponsored by the Homework Center at the Framingham Public Library. *** Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St., Framingham, MA
http://www.framlibfoundation.org/2014/05/town-officials-hit-the-runway-for-fashion-show-to-benefit-library-foundation/

Sat, May 31st
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.
http://vacmetrowest.com