August 2021

Fri, Aug 6th
''Tony Soul Project'' - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, August 6th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Soul and Rock & Roll sounds of the "Tony Soul Project". *** FREE Family Entertainment! *** Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on *** Picnic baskets welcome -- Alcohol is not allowed. *** The Concerts are held at the Village Green (Framingham Centre Common), located on Edgell Road, just off Route 9 near the Framingham State University exit.

Sun, Aug 8th
Drop into Art -- Magical Kingdoms (at Danforth Art Museum)
1:00pm - 4:00pm -- Drop into Art "Magical Kingdoms" *** Time to fly to your castle in the sky, the magical kingdom is ready for their ruler to arrive! See art with fantastic buildings, wondrous mountains, and colorful skies at the Danforth Art Museum. Be inspired by magnificent landscapes and use your imagination to create your own kingdom. *** Come anytime during your time slot; museum tours and story reading are ongoing. Art making is available the entire time. Drop in whenever is best for you. ** 1:00-4:00p.m. Admission is free. *** Registration is requested, but not required. *** Danforth Art Museum, 14 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://danforth.framingham.edu/event/drop-into-art-magical-kingdoms/

Sun, Aug 8th
Live Theatre: Still Life With Iris (at Dennison Hall)
3:00-5:30pm -- A Common Thread Theatre Company, (ACTTC) presents: "Still Life With Iris" by Steven Dietz! *** First play written for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center's prestigious "Fund for New American Plays" Award. *** Suitable for all audiences, bring the whole family! *** Cast includes: Kayleigh Fink (as Iris), Cathy Merlo, Jon Baril, Aiden O'Neal, Steve Lillis, Sophie Doucet, Audrey Fraher, Gretchen Fraher, Jerry Schneider, Ian Fink, Lisa Graveline, Kyle Collins and Norman Dubois. *** Tickets: $20 general admission/$15 for seniors/students with valid ID *** Performances will held be in Dennison Memorial Hall (at Boston Church of Christ), 214 Concord St, Framingham MA 01702. *** Use link below to order tickets.
https://www.acommonthreadtheatre.org/box-office

Sun, Aug 8th
Stand-up Comedy Showcase (at China Gourmet)
7:00om-10:00pm, Sunday, August 8th, 2012 *** Stand-up comedy showcase! Fun, entertaining and diverse group of comics! This week's linup includes: Josh Goldstien, James Crelman, Mason Smith and Alyssa Viscomi. *** Tickets: $5.00 *** China Gourmet, 1583 Worcester Road (Rt. 9 westbound before the MassPike on-ramp), Framingham, MA 01701, phone: (508) 628-9227.
https://www.chinagourmetframingham.com/

Thu, Aug 12th
Framingham Farmers' Market (on Centre Common/Village Green)
12:00 noon 'til 5:30 pm -- Come to the Framingham Farmers' Market on the Villge Green and find locally grown farm fresh produce from Hanson's Farm (Framingham, MA), E. L. Silvia Farms (Dighton, MA), Flats Mentor Farm (Lancaster, MA) and others! *** Also find local sourced grass fed beef, pork, poultry, eggs, fresh fish, breads, local wine along with various artists and assortment of food artisans! *** Market is held Thursdays from June through October! *** Framingham Village Green / Centre Common is located between Edgell Road and Vernon Streets, just off Rt. 9, in the Framingham Centre Historic District.

Thu, Aug 12th
Songwriters In The Park (at Farm Pond Park)
6:30pm 'til 9:00pm - Songwriters In The Park, Double EP Release Show! Andrew Geano opens for Danielle Pinals newly release "Little Stars" EP (out now on Spotify), and Chris Steele who released his latest EP, "Alone in a Crowded Place" in July, (available on most streaming platforms!) *** Location: Farm Pond Park Ampitheater, 436 Dudley Rd, Framingham, MA 01702

Fri, Aug 13th
Live Theatre: Still Life With Iris (at Dennison Hall)
7:30pm 'til 10:00pm -- A Common Thread Theatre Company, (ACTTC) presents: "Still Life With Iris" by Steven Dietz! *** First play written for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center's prestigious "Fund for New American Plays" Award. *** Suitable for all audiences, bring the whole family! *** Cast includes: Kayleigh Fink (as Iris), Cathy Merlo, Jon Baril, Aiden O'Neal, Steve Lillis, Sophie Doucet, Audrey Fraher, Gretchen Fraher, Jerry Schneider, Ian Fink, Lisa Graveline, Kyle Collins and Norman Dubois. *** Tickets: $20 general admission/$15 for seniors/students with valid ID *** Performances will held be in Dennison Memorial Hall (at Boston Church of Christ), 214 Concord St, Framingham MA 01702. *** Use link below to order tickets.
https://www.acommonthreadtheatre.org/box-office

Fri, Aug 13th
RIZE - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, August 13th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. with the Classic Rock sounds of the "RIZE" band. *** FREE Family Entertainment! *** Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on *** Picnic baskets welcome -- Alcohol is not allowed. *** The Concerts are held at the Village Green (Framingham Centre Common), located on Edgell Road, just off Route 9 near the Framingham State University exit.

Sat, Aug 14th
Live Theatre: Still Life With Iris (at Dennison Hall)
7:30pm 'til 10:00pm -- A Common Thread Theatre Company, (ACTTC) presents: "Still Life With Iris" by Steven Dietz! *** First play written for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center's prestigious "Fund for New American Plays" Award. *** Suitable for all audiences, bring the whole family! *** Cast includes: Kayleigh Fink (as Iris), Cathy Merlo, Jon Baril, Aiden O'Neal, Steve Lillis, Sophie Doucet, Audrey Fraher, Gretchen Fraher, Jerry Schneider, Ian Fink, Lisa Graveline, Kyle Collins and Norman Dubois. *** Tickets: $20 general admission/$15 for seniors/students with valid ID *** Performances will held be in Dennison Memorial Hall (at Boston Church of Christ), 214 Concord St, Framingham MA 01702. *** Use link below to order tickets.
https://www.acommonthreadtheatre.org/box-office

Sun, Aug 15th
Live Theatre: Still Life With Iris (at Dennison Hall)
3:00pm 'til 5:30pm -- A Common Thread Theatre Company, (ACTTC) presents: "Still Life With Iris" by Steven Dietz! *** First play written for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center's prestigious "Fund for New American Plays" Award. *** Suitable for all audiences, bring the whole family! *** Cast includes: Kayleigh Fink (as Iris), Cathy Merlo, Jon Baril, Aiden O'Neal, Steve Lillis, Sophie Doucet, Audrey Fraher, Gretchen Fraher, Jerry Schneider, Ian Fink, Lisa Graveline, Kyle Collins and Norman Dubois. *** Tickets: $20 general admission/$15 for seniors/students with valid ID *** Performances will held be in Dennison Memorial Hall (at Boston Church of Christ), 214 Concord St, Framingham MA 01702. *** Use link below to order tickets.
https://www.acommonthreadtheatre.org/box-office

Thu, Aug 19th
Framingham Farmers' Market (on Centre Common/Village Green)
12:00 noon 'til 5:30 pm -- Come to the Framingham Farmers' Market on the Villge Green and find locally grown farm fresh produce from Hanson's Farm (Framingham, MA), E. L. Silvia Farms (Dighton, MA), Flats Mentor Farm (Lancaster, MA) and others! *** Also find local sourced grass fed beef, pork, poultry, eggs, fresh fish, breads, local wine along with various artists and assortment of food artisans! *** Market is held Thursdays from June through October! *** Framingham Village Green / Centre Common is located between Edgell Road and Vernon Streets, just off Rt. 9, in the Framingham Centre Historic District.

Fri, Aug 20th
Papa Don't Preach (at Nobscot's Cafe)
9:00pm til 11:00pm *** Papa and the Girls play one of Framingham's iconic restaurants. Pop, Rock, R&B tunes with a family twist! *** Nobscot's Cafe, 847 Edgell Rd, Framingham, MA
http://www.nobscotscafe.com/

Sat, Aug 21st
Cornhole Tournament & Fair (at Framingham High School)
2:00pm 'til 6:00pm -- Cornhole Tournament & Fair, Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Framingham High School *** Come support the Framingham High School Football Program! *** Regulation Cornhole Tournament *** 1st prize: $500/team, 2nd prize: $250/team, (2-person teams) *** Lawn Games (spike ball, lawn darts, bottle bash), Competitions, and Prizes!! *** Raffles for "Ultimate Game Day Package (with Yeti Cooler and more worth $700), Bose Speakers, [40] other Raffle prize work $25!! *** Vendor Spaces *** Food from Kayem Hot Dog & BBQ Food Truck / Candy / Kona Ice / Popcorn / Beverages!!! *** Framingham High School, 115 A Street, Framingham, MA 01701 *** For more info, or to Register Your Team, follow link below.
https://fhsgridironclub.com/cornhole-tournament-fair/

Sat, Aug 21st
Untapped Yoga with Kristen (at Exhibit 'A' Beer Garden)
11:30am 'til 12:30pm - Turn inward during this 1 hour class and link your breath to a mindful flow as you are led through sun salutations, standing poses, hip openers, backbends, twists and core work with the option to explore arm balances as well. Outdoor event, on asphalt. Please bring your own yoga mat (and we recommend a towel to place underneath). *** A limited amount of yoga blocks will be provided, (if you have your own please bring them). *** Everyone will be spaced 6 feet apart. *** Masks should be worn at all times but can be removed while participating in the class. *** Ticket price ($10) includes your first beer before we open to the public! *** Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company, Beer Garden, 81 Morton Street, Framingham, MA 01702 *** Use link below to reserve tickets now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/untapped-yoga-with-kristen-august-beer-garden-edition-tickets-165121094639

Sun, Aug 22nd
World Music Concert: Why Try? (at Framingham Main Library)
3:00pm 'til 4:00pm *** FREE Concert! *** Framingham Sounds: World Music Concert Series featuring "Why Try?" *** Celebrate final concert of summer series with Why Try?, a 5-piece alt-rock band from greater Boston area. They have been compared to bands like the Cranberries, Electrelane, Kings of Leon, and Temple of Angels, and pride themselves in having a sound that varies enough to appeal to many different types of audiences and musical tastes.*** Location: Framingham Public Library "Learning Yard", 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702. *** Space is limited. *** No registration required. *** First come, first served!
https://framinghamlibrary.org/

Tue, Aug 24th
Family Fun & Movie Night: The Boss Baby (at Bowditch Field)
*** UPDATED: *** The Framingham Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of its Family Fun & Movie Night featuring "The Boss Baby" at Bowditch Field, 475 Union Ave, Framingham, MA on Tuesday, Aug. 24th, 2021 *** FREE EVENT! *** Gates open at 5:30pm *** Family Fun Night begins at 6:00pm *** Movie plays at dusk. *** Bring your blanket and favorite snack and enjoy the movie from the football field. *** The refreshment stand also will be open. *** NOTE: To assist our deaf or hard of hearing attendees -- subtitles will be enabled throughout movie. Audio enhancement headphones available (Thanks to Perkins School for loaning equipment!) *** Sponsored by: Fitts Insurance and Ken's Steakhouse.

Thu, Aug 26th
Framingham Farmers' Market (on Centre Common/Village Green)
12:00 noon 'til 5:30 pm -- Come to the Framingham Farmers' Market on the Villge Green and find locally grown farm fresh produce from Hanson's Farm (Framingham, MA), E. L. Silvia Farms (Dighton, MA), Flats Mentor Farm (Lancaster, MA) and others! *** Also find local sourced grass fed beef, pork, poultry, eggs, fresh fish, breads, local wine along with various artists and assortment of food artisans! *** Market is held Thursdays from June through October! *** Framingham Village Green / Centre Common is located between Edgell Road and Vernon Streets, just off Rt. 9, in the Framingham Centre Historic District.

Fri, Aug 27th
Live Music: King Saison (at Exhibit A Brewing Co)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm *** Live Music with King Saison (www.kingsaison.com), Friday, August 27th, 2021 in the outdoor beer garden! *** No cover charge! *** Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company, 81 Morton St., Framingham, MA 01702.
https://www.exhibit-a-brewing.com/

Sat, Aug 28th
Drag and Draughts (at Exhibit A Brewing Co)
6:00pm 'til 8:00pm *** Join us for our first ever Drag Show in the beer garden! *** Saturday, August 28th, 2021 *** No cover charge! *** Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company, 81 Morton St., Framingham, MA 01702.
https://www.exhibit-a-brewing.com/

Sun, Aug 29th
Live Jazz: Jeremy Galloway Quartet (at Exhibit A Brewing Co)
1:00pm 'til 3:00pm *** Join us for Live Jazz with the Jeremy Galloway Quartet in the beer garden! *** Sunday, August 29th, 2021 *** No cover charge! *** Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company, 81 Morton St., Framingham, MA 01702.
https://www.exhibit-a-brewing.com/