May 2011

Sat, May 28th
Beale Street (at Chicken Bone)
Beale Street, Saturday, May 28, 2011 from 9:00PM 'til 12:30AM. Blues, R&B, Southern & Classic Rock featuring music from Van Morrison, Bob Seager, Joe Cocker, Allman Brothers and Skynard at The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly St., (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA, phone the bone at (508) 879-1138 for more info.
http://www.thechickenbone.com/

Sat, May 28th
Belknap Pool Club OPEN HOUSE
It's 93 degrees today, let's swim!! The Belknap Pool Club opens tomorrow, for what is promising to be a great summer. Please join the membership for coffee, treats, a swim and a tour.When?: Saturday, May 28th from 10:30 to 12:30.Where?: 351 Belknap Road (driveway runs parallel to Knight Rd Extension.We are offering more membership options this season - we have a "single" membership and a "low bond" option available, in addition to the regular membership.
http://www.framinghamswimmingpool.com

Sat, May 28th
DJ Scotty O (at O'Connells Pub)
Karaoke -- Saturday, May 28, 2011 from 9:00PM to 11:00PM, followed by music 'till 1:00AM with DJ Sotty O, at O'Connells Pub, 700 Worcester Rd, (Rt 9 east, in Ski Market Plaza), Framingham, MA. For more info, phone (508)-283-1079.
http://www.oconnellspubonline.com/

Sun, May 29th
Boston's Run To Remember
5 MILES CLOSER TO A CURE! Improve your personal fitness and health while helping hundreds of thousands of Americans suffering from blood cancers. Form a team and join The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training program as we train for Boston's Run To Remember. Training will Kick-Off on Saturday, March 26,2011 and will wrap up with race day on Sunday, May 29, 2011. Train with the best to meet your challenge! Along with a customized 9 week training program, expert coaching and support every step of the way, your corporation or group can use this turn-key program to: improve morale, facilitate team building, get in shape, promote a healthy lifestyle, give back to the community, and make a difference in the lives of cancer patients. Take your first steps today and help save lives one mile at a time! It is easy: 1). Gather 3 or more family, friends, co-workers and/or complete strangers for your team! Now offering TWO training locations: Boston and Natick. 2). Download the Team In Training Registration Form. Then print and send completed form using one of the methods below. 3). Meet your coaches, mentors, staff and fellow TNT participants at KICK-OFF on Saturday, March 26th. More details provided upon registration. 4). What are you waiting for? It's time to get moving! For more information or if you have questions about forming a team,contact Lisa Burns at 508.810.1335 or Lisa.Burns@lls.org.Completed forms may be sent by:MailThe Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyATTN: Team In Training, Lisa Burns9 Erie DriveNatick, MA 01760EmailLisa.Burns@lls.orgFax508-810-1351ATTN: Lisa Burns
http://teamintraining.org/ma

Sun, May 29th
Veterans Tribute - Bus Trip to Bourne National Cemetery
Framingham Elks Lodge 1264 is sponsoring a bus trip to Bourne National Cemetery on Sunday, May 29, 2011. Participants will be part of a Patriotic Tribute complete with a Maritime Band and a wreath laying ceremony while at Bourne. A box lunch will be provided for the bus trip and a BBQ will be held at the Lodge upon return from the National Cemetery. The Bus will leave the Elks lodge at 10:15 AM and return for the BBQ at 4:00 PM. Tickets for the Deluxe Ritchie Bus ride, box lunch and BBQ are only $20 per person. Seating is limited, there are only 55 seats available, first come, first served: Payment must be received not later than May 25, 2011. Send checks to: The BPOE Elks, PO Box 4747, Framingham, MA 01704. For reservations more information please call John Villa at 508-397-9065
http://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodgenumber=1264

Sun, May 29th
Vocal Master Class with Broadway Singer Sue Anne Gershenzon
May 30, 2011, from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest:A vocal masterclass with New York Broadway Actress and Singer Sue Anne Gershenzon, who has appeared in numerous Broadway shows including Stephen Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park with George". Ms. Gershenzon will conduct a vocal masterclass. Ms. Gershenzon will work with several pre-selected students, and offer tips, advice, and vocal coaching which will be of interest to people of all ages interested in singingand who attend the Master Class. Tickets are $10 and $7 for PAC students. Tickets available by phone at (508) 875-5554, or at the door. For more information about Sue Anne, visit her website: www.sueannesings.com. PAC is located at 140 Pearl Street, on the 3rd floor of the Danforth Museum of Art in Downtown Framingham. Look for the red awning on the Pearl Street side of the building, and take the elevator to the 3rdfloor.
http://www.PACMetroWest.org

Mon, May 30th
Framingham Memorial Day Program 2011
The Town of Framingham will be holding a program of Memorial Day events on Monday, May 30, 2011. This year's program will have a Civil War theme honoring the 150th Anniversary of the "War Between the States". The program begins at 8:00AM at the Memorial Building, and will continue on to the various cemeteries throughout the town, with special attention to the more than 250 Civil War veterans who's final resting places are in Framingham. At 11:35AM, participants will return to the Memorial Building where the Framingham Veterans Council, Framingham Firefighters, Cub Scouts, elected officials, clergy and a civil war re-enactor will honor our fallen soldiers. Mrs. Paulette Metcalf, Gold Star Mother of SSG Scot J. Metcalf will present the Metcalf Prize to the winning essayist. Framingham Firefighters, Local 1652 will retire colors at 12:50PM, closing the program at 1:00PM.

Tue, May 31st
''Healing Homes'' (film at Library)
Come and view this groundbreaking documentary film about a unique approach to mental health recovery "Healing Homes", (directed by Daniel Mackler of "Take These Broken Wings"). Discussion to follow screening with Dr. Chris Gordon, Vice President and Medical Director of Advocates, Inc., 5:00PM - 8:00PM, at the Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham. For more info, email: Events@AdvocatesInc.org
http://www.advocatesinc.org/site/event/may_is_mental_health_awareness_month/

Tue, May 31st
Auditions for A.R. Gurney's comedy, Sylvia
The Amazing Theater Company announces auditions for A.R. Gurney's Sylvia on Tues. 5/31 & Wed. 6/1 at 7pm, at Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St., Framingham. If needed, callbacks will be Thurs., 6/2. Bring resume/headshot if you have them. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Familiarity with the script is encouraged, but not required. We welcome actors with all levels of experience.Show dates: July 22, 23, 29, 30 @ 8pm; July 24 & 31 @ 3pm.Roles:-Sylvia, the dog (20-35)-Greg (40-50)-Kate (40-50)One actor typically plays the following, though a different actor might play each:-Tom, another dog owner (30-60)-Phyllis, Kate's college friend (40-50)-Leslie, an androgynous marriage counselor (30-60)The Story: One day, Greg brings home a dog whose tag says "Sylvia." Greg thinks Sylvia helps him escape his frustrations. Kate thinks otherwise. Sylvia thinks Kate doesn't understand the relationship between man and dog.For more info: Director Paul R. Dixon (617-782-2063 or dramaman1@verizon.net).