March 2016

Tue, Mar 1st
Book Club: A Home at the End of the World by Michael Cunningham
New Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community RoomThis poignant and highly praised novel chronicles the lives of two boyhood friends - introspective Jonathan and hip and articulate Bobby -who grow up in Cleveland in the late Sixties and early Seventies and form an average, and yet far from normal, friendship. After college, Bobby moves to New York and moves in with Jonathan and his roommate Clare, and ultimately Bobby and Clare fall in love and have a baby. From there, the three move away to raise "their" baby together. Masterfully written, the New York Times Book Review calls it "…lyrical...memorable and accomplished."
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Tue, Mar 1st
Drop-In Resume Help
Get expert help with resumes, cover letters and job-search strategies.Location: Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room113)A Framingham Public Library Event
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Tue, Mar 1st
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
Town Hall, Conference Room 1A Framingham Public Library Event. This 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's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Wed, Mar 2nd
Concert: Winiker Brothers (at Heritage)
Join us for the second free concert of the Heritage Concert Series! *** Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016 at 3:30pm. *** Winiker Brothers Jazz: 1940s–1960s songbook favorites! *** Heritage at Framingham Senior Living747 Water St. Framingham, MA 01701 *** Call now to RSVP: 508-665-5370
http://www.heritageassistedliving.org/concert-series-ii-winiker-brothers/

Thu, Mar 3rd
Lights, Camera, Acting: The History of American Film Acting
Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord StreetGUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Claudia Springer, Associate Professor, FSU, and Julie Levinson, Professor, Babson CollegeA Framingham Public Library Event. Movie actors enthrall us with performances that appear effortless, but are actually carefully crafted. Join the authors of a new book on film acting, to explore the fascinating behind-the-scenes history.*Lifelong Learning Lecture Series*This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). The series is sponsored in part by a grant from Constellation, an Exelon Company.
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Fri, Mar 4th
Brown Bag Learning Series: Introduction to Homeopathy
Friday, March 4, 12:00-1:00pmLocation: New McAuliffe Branch Library, Community RoomPresented by Vera Volfson, CCH, RSHom (NA)A Framingham Public Library Event. Vera Volfson, CCH will give an introduction to Homeopathy and discuss remedies for alleviating conditions such as allergies, cold and flu. She will also cover the most common remedies for home emergencies (burns, stings, food poisoning, cuts, bruises). Vera will be happy to answer your questions on the topics presented. A free 30 minute private consultation will be offered for attendees. Join Vera as she explores a holistic approach to health and learn how to alleviate your conditions naturally.About Vera: Vera Volfson, CCH, RSHom (NA) is nationally certified in classical homeopathy and is a registered member of the North American Society of Homeopaths. She has a private practice in Framingham, MA. Vera is certified in several other holistic modalities, homotoxicology (FCT and CEASE) and Pranic Healing. Visit behealthyhomeopathy.com for more information.*Brown Bag Learning Series (Brown Bag Brain Boost)*Join us from 12-1:00pm one Friday a month for an informal lunch time program featuring speakers from local businesses and organizations. A wide range of topics will be discussed that are educational and entertaining. The Brown Bag Learning Series is free to the public. Guests are welcome to bring their lunch; refreshments will be provided.
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Fri, Mar 4th
Erin Harpe and The Delta Swingers
"Erin Harpe is one of the most dynamic, talented and exciting roots rocking blues women on the scene and it's time she gets noticed, as she has it all -- a golden voice and the guitar chops that dazzle."
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 5th
Karen K and The Jitterbugs (at Amazing Things)
Bug out with Karen K in her imaginary backyard fort where she makes music with her friends, the Jitterbugs: Bumble (the bee who doesn't like to sting); Stinky (loves playing outside, refuses baths), Hop (lots of energy, not a lot of self control) AND MORE! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 5th
Matuto
"...Curto takes the accordion to town in unlikely selections such as the traditional blues ballad "John the Revelator." Matuto means "bumpkin" in Brazilian slang, but this band aims for the heights of world-music sophistication." - Chicago Sun
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sun, Mar 6th
2nd Annual ''Fresh Food for Framingham'' (at Grace Chrch)
HOW CAN WE ENJOY MORE LOCAL FRESH FOOD? Bring your ideas about how we can grow/eat/enjoy more local food; more home and community gardens; after school and summer gardens for school children; container gardens; bee keeping; seed saving library; growing mushrooms; rain barrels; yard swapping. *** We'll have snacks, coffee, tea, and a warm place to meet. Meet your neighbors who care about gardens and healthy food for all! Everyone is welcome - all ages from home gardeners, seed savers and swappers, home canners and savers, and those who want to grow food but don't know where to start. *** Sunday, March 6th, 2-4 p.m., (snow date: March 13th) *** Sponsored by Transition Framingham. *** Held at: Grace Congregational Church UCC, 76 Salem End Road, (near Framingham State University) *** For more info email: transitionframingham@yahoo.com
www.transitionframingham.org

Tue, Mar 8th
Drop-In Resume Help
Tuesday March 8, 10:00am-12:30pm*** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room113)*** Get expert help with resumes, cover letters and job-search strategies.
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Tue, Mar 8th
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
Tuesday March 8, 7:00-9:00pm*** Town Hall, Conference Room 2*** A Framingham Public Library Event. This 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's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Wed, Mar 9th
Atwater-Donnelly Perform Irish Music in America
Wednesday March 9, 7:00pm *** Location: Heritage at Framingham, Peloquin Room, 747 Water Street *** A Framingham Public Library Event. During this concert, you will explore Irish -- and the broader realm of Celtic music and dance -- as it has influenced folk music in America. In this program of historical "snapshots" through song, instrumentation and dance, Aubrey and Elwood will convey the movement of a particular people over time, and its impact on American culture. PARKING: Due to limited parking, Heritage asks that you park next door at Hemenway School.
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Thu, Mar 10th
NYC Bluegrass with Cricket Tell the Weather
NYC based string band Cricket Tell the Weather, will be bringing their original, independent take on bluegrass and folk to Framingham, MA on Friday, March 11th, at 8:00pm for the Amazing Things Arts Center. The heart of the singer-songwriter meets the pulse of the bluegrass world in the Brooklyn-based project Cricket Tell the Weather, described by the Boston Globe as "drawing inspiration from a handful of sepia-toned styles, but playing original songs to showcase a contemporary voice." With fiddler/singer/songwriter Andrea Asprelli, at the helm, Cricket Tell the Weather showcases award-winning original songs delivered with honest vocals and supported by some of NYC's finest acoustic roots musicians. Winners of the 2013 FreshGrass Award, Cricket has toured throughout the Northeast US since releasing their self-titled debut album last year. Cricket's second album, composed of original, contemporary songs with an independent bluegrass and old-time feel, is due out this summer. Asprelli came to the east coast from Colorado's front range. A classical musician from an early age, she was introduced to folk and traditional music while studying in Canterbury, England. She came back to the states to find a lush community of folk and bluegrass musicians, and found many homes within them throughout New York and New England that supported and nurtured her as a songwriter, vocalist, and fiddler. In 2011, she won the Podunk Bluegrass Songwriting Competition for her co-written song "Remington," the opening track of Cricket's debut album. Now based in the burgeoning bluegrass scene of NYC, she brings with her a rotating cast of some of the city's finest acoustic roots musicians with backgrounds in bluegrass, old-time, and jazz. Cricket Tell the Weather has toured much of the northeast and mid-Atlantic, finding a home in the bluegrass and folk worlds alike "[Asprelli's] contemporary spin on inherited forms is very much part of the American musical tradition." - Jeremy Goodwin, The Boston Globe "[Asprelli's] down-to-earth, unaffected vocal delivery is refreshing, and both Jeff Picker's and Goldstein's solo[s] will give you chills. " - New York Music Daily
http://amazingthings.org/event/cricket-tell-the-weather/

Thu, Mar 10th
Politics, Propaganda, and the Party-Line: The Grimm Brothers in German History
Thursday, March 10, 7:00pm *** Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street *** GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Laura Bohn Case, Visiting Assistant Professor, Wheaton College *** A Framingham Public Library Event. The connection of the Grimm fairy tales to German history – from the 19th century through contemporary German culture. *** Lifelong Learning Lecture Series*This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). The series is sponsored in part by a grant from Constellation, an Exelon Company.
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Fri, Mar 11th
Cricket Tell the Weather w/Yani Batteau and the Styles opening
"Brooklyn based string band with its roots deep in the bluegrass tradition, embracing folk, old-time, and spirituals as a backdrop for their original songwriting. Absolutely the real deal following the best in traditional American folk and blues. *** Friday, March Mar. 11th, 2016 at 8:00pm. *** Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702 *** More info: (508) 405-2787
http://www.amazingthings.org

Fri, Mar 11th
Friday Night Film: Spotlight (2015) 128 min R (for some language and sexual references)
Friday March 11, 7:00pm*** Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue*** A Framingham Public Library Event. The true story of how The Boston Globe uncovered the child molestation cover-up within the Boston Catholic Archdiocese. This film has an all-star cast, including Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams. Doors open 6:30-7:15 only.
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Sat, Mar 12th
Alexis Cole (at Amazing Things)
Called "one of the great voices of today," by Jonathan Schwartz, Alexis Cole has been compared to classic jazz singers such as Sarah Vaughan and Anita O'Day. She's performed with the Boston Pops and New York Philharmonic on stage at venues from Avery Fisher Hall to the Kennedy Center. *** Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sun, Mar 13th
Party Planning Expo and Showcase
Learn what you need to know to plan the perfect event from experts at this year's party planning showcase. Meet photographers, videographers, DJ's, balloon specialists, invitation specialists and representatives from hotels, novelty companies and entertainment companies, plus much more. *** Try samples from caterer's and bakeries! *** Admission is free. *** Temple Beth Am, 300 Pleasant St., Framingham.
www.tempbetham.org

Sun, Mar 13th
Sunday Concert Series: Sam Ou and Chi-Chen Wu
Sunday, March 13, 3:00pm*** Location: Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue*** A Framingham Public Library Event. Join us as cellist Sam Ou and pianist Chi-Chen Wu perform the works of Beethoven, Schumann and Grieg.*** 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.
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Tue, Mar 15th
Drop-In Resume Help
Tuesday March 15, 10:00am-12:30pm*** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room113)*** Get expert help with resumes, cover letters and job-search strategies.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Tue, Mar 15th
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
Tuesday March 15, 7:00-9:00pm*** Town Hall, Conference Room 2*** A Framingham Public Library Event. This 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's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Wed, Mar 16th
Gardening Workshop: How to Grow an Organic Garden
Wednesday March 16, 7:00pm*** New Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room*** Guest Speaker: Kathy Huckins, retired Farm Manager, Stearns Farm*** A Framingham Public Library Event. This workshop is geared to beginners and more experienced gardeners, and will teach you how to plan, prepare and plant your 2016 garden. This overview gives you the steps needed to get you and your garden off to a successful start. According to Kathy, "gardening is growing a farm on a very small scale." Topics include everything from soil testing and what to grow, to tips on planting and transplanting.
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Thu, Mar 17th
Are Kids Becoming Meaner? An Up-close Look at Cyberbullying and Suicide
Thursday, March 17, 7:00pm*** Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street*** GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Ira Silver, Professor, FSU*** A Framingham Public Library Event. This presentation looks at recently publicized cases of cyberbullying, exploring current data on today's adolescent experience.* Lifelong Learning Lecture Series*This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). The series is sponsored in part by a grant from Constellation, an Exelon Company.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Thu, Mar 17th
Baby Talk - Parent's Group
If you are a parent of an infant, come join us as we guide you on the joy and apprehension of the parent journey. We will offer a series of common topics for the parent of an infant. Thursdays at 1:00. Call 508-782-6932 or e-mail us jdehaven@framingham.k12.ma.us This group is sponsored by the Early Childhood Alliance of Ashland/Framingham and is FREE. Facilitator speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/ecaf_home.cfm

Thu, Mar 17th
McAuliffe Branch Book Discussion: The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom
Thursday March 17, 10:00am*** New Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room*** In this gripping New York Times bestseller, Kathleen Grissom brings to life a thriving plantation in Virginia in the decades before the Civil War, where a dark secret threatens to expose the best and worst in everyone tied to the estate. Carol Ames leads the discussion.
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Fri, Mar 18th
New Black Eagle Jazz Band (at Amazing Things)
"The Black Eagles, as we are often known to our fans, have been a fixture on the international jazz scene since 1971, bringing the sounds of traditional New Orleans Jazz to audiences all over the world, for more than 40 years ! Many observers regard us as the premier band playing in the traditional jazz style; we do regard ourselves as the "Keepers of the Flame". *** Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 19th
Neptune's Car (at Amazing Things)
Neptune's Car (Holly Hanson and Steve Hayes) is an acoustic duo from Massachusetts and New Hampshire who play original, Contemporary Folk music. Their three albums have appeared on many "Best of" lists and have charted in the top 5 on Folk radio twice (Strawberry Moon charted at #4 in September 2010 and included the #1 song "Lighthouse Keeper." *** Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 19th
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.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Sun, Mar 20th
Purim Carnival (at Temple Beth Am)
Temple Beth Am will be hosting its Annual Purim Carnival with a Star Wars Theme! New this year, the Framingham Police will be be on site for a car seat installation check and bicycle safety demonstration. Games, prizes, food, and DJ activities will all be a part of this fun and child friendly event open to the entire community. For extra fun, children can come in Star Was costumes!
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Mon, Mar 21st
Matinee Film: Bridge of Spies (2015) 135 min PG-13
Monday March 21, 2:00pm*** Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room*** A Framingham Public Library Event. In this historical drama set during the Cold War, a Brooklyn attorney (Tom Hanks) is tasked with negotiating a prisoner exchange.
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Tue, Mar 22nd
Drop-In Resume Help
Tuesday March 22, 10:00am-12:30pm*** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)*** Get expert help with resumes, cover letters and job-search strategies.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Tue, Mar 22nd
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
Tuesday March 22, 7:00-9:00pm*** Town Hall, Conference Room 2*** A Framingham Public Library Event. This 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's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Wed, Mar 23rd
Feeding Backyard Birds: Backyard Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wednesday March 23, 7:00pm*** New Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room*** Guest Speaker: David Moon, Sanctuary Director for Joppa Flats Ed. Center, Mass Audubon*** A Framingham Public Library Event. During this illustrated lecture, we will review the many species of birds that come to local backyard sanctuaries. We will discuss aids to identification, feeding ecology, migration patterns, and ways that you can contribute to the conservation of these amazing animals by making your backyard a refuge for wildlife.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Thu, Mar 24th
Hail to the Chief: The Creation of the American Presidency
Thursday, March 24, 7:00pm*** Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street*** GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Gary Hylander, Visiting Professor, FSU*** Unanimously elected the nation's first president, Washington was well aware of his unique position. "I walk," he wrote, "on untrodden ground."* Lifelong Learning Lecture Series *This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). The series is sponsored in part by a grant from Constellation, an Exelon Company.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Fri, Mar 25th
Danielle Miragliawith Matt Borrello opening (at Amazing Things)
Danielle Miraglia comes armed with a strong steady thumb on an old Gibson, an infectious stomp-box rhythm and harmonica with tunes ranging from heart-felt to socially conscious that will move both your heart and hips !!! *** Friday, March 25th, 2016 at 8:00pm *** Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702 ***
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 26th
Christine Ohlman (at Amazing Things)
The long-time vocalist with NBC's The Saturday Night Live Band with guest performances (incl. Grammy-nominated ones) with George Harrison to Dr. John to Brian Wilson, brings Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez and her brand of "Beehive Queen" rock n' soul to Amazing Things!!! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St, Framingham, MA 01702 ***
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sat, Mar 26th
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.
http://vacmetrowest.com

Tue, Mar 29th
Drop-In Resume Help
Tuesday March 29, 10:00am-12:30pm*** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room113)*** Get expert help with resumes, cover letters and job-search strategies.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Tue, Mar 29th
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus at Framingham State University
Tuesday March 29, 7:00-9:00pm *** Town Hall, Conference Room 2*** This 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's new collection, Immortality, was awarded the Four Lakes Prize, from the University of Wisconsin Press in 2015.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/

Thu, Mar 31st
Children and Schooling in the Twenty-first Century in the United States
Thursday, March 31, 7:00pm*** Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street*** GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Kelly Ann Kolodny, Professor, FSU*** This talk provides a broad overview of the contexts of our nation's schooling in the 21st century. Geographic settings, economic realities, and accountability measures will be addressed during the talk. * Lifelong Learning Lecture Series *This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) and Framingham Public Library (FPL). The series is sponsored in part by a grant from Constellation, an Exelon Company.
http://framinghamlibrary.org/