December 2008

Mon, Dec 1st
Business Women Unite Lunchtime FREE Networking for Women of MetroWest
Have you ever wished for a free networking groug to support women in business? Your wish just came true. We are Business Women Unite and our lunch meeting will be Monday, December 1st. At the Southborough House of Pizza located at 5 Main St Southborough. (RT 30 and Rt 85). We gather between 11:30 and noon and start at noon. Bring lots of business cards and any special offers that you have.Please r.s.v.p to these so that we can plan for food.Rhona George: 508-877-4244
http://rhonamk@rcn.com

Tue, Dec 2nd
Whole Foods 5% Day
Whole Foods Market Benefit: Framingham Education Foundation Mini-Grant Programs that serve all Framingham Public Schools. 5% of all revenue for the whole day is donated to FEF. 575 Worcester Rd. Restock after the holiday and tell your friends from here and elsewhere! No coupons needed. Framingham Store only

Wed, Dec 3rd
Horizons for Homeless Children Volunteer Training
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking fun-loving, dependable people to interact and play with children living in family homeless shelters and domestic violence shelters throughout the Framingham area. A commitment of 2 hours a week is required for at least 6 months. Day and evening hours are available. Trainings are held regularly and are listed on our website. Our next training in the Central Region is scheduled for Our next training in the Central Region is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd and Thursday, December 4th from 6pm – 9pm in Worcester, location to be determined.. For more information about the program, or to register for a training, please visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or contact our office directly at (508) 755-2615. It is a fantastic experience that benefits everyone involved.
http://www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org

Wed, Dec 3rd
Scholar-led Book Discussion
"The Power of Ideas: Colonialism in Africa".Wednesday, December 3, 7:00pm.Moderator: Dr. Mary Murphy, past president of the Framingham Historical Society & MuseumGuest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Eck, Assistant Professor of English, Framingham State CollegeTitle: "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieJoin moderator Dr. Mary Murphy and guest speaker Dr. Lisa Eck as they explore this compelling novel by Nigerian novelist Adichie. Set in 1967, it tells the profoundly gripping story of the three-year civil battle in eastern Nigeria as the Igbo people fight to create the independent nation of Biafra. Copies of the book are available at both libraries. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Dec 4th
Horizons for Homeless Children Volunteer Training
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking fun-loving, dependable people to interact and play with children living in family homeless shelters and domestic violence shelters throughout the Framingham area. A commitment of 2 hours a week is required for at least 6 months. Day and evening hours are available. Trainings are held regularly and are listed on our website. Our next training in the Central Region is scheduled for Our next training in the Central Region is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd and Thursday, December 4th from 6pm – 9pm in Worcester, location to be determined.. For more information about the program, or to register for a training, please visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or contact our office directly at (508) 755-2615. It is a fantastic experience that benefits everyone involved.
http://www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org

Fri, Dec 5th
Holiday Green Sale, Fram. Garden Club
A Holiday Green Sale & More! A large selection of wreaths, center pieces, baskets, gifts, candy and More! Dec. 5th, 9 AM - 4 Pm. Dec. 6th 9 AM - 1 PM.Dir. Cushing Maintenance Building off Dudley Road Follow Signs.

Fri, Dec 5th
Holiday Green Sale, Fram. Garden Club
A Holiday Green Sale & More! A large selection of wreaths, center pieces, baskets, gifts, candy and More! Dec. 5th, 9 AM - 4 Pm. Dec. 6th 9 AM - 1 PM.

Fri, Dec 5th
Holiday Revelry
A Magical Celebration of the Winter Holidays. Friday, December 5 and Saturday, December 6 at 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the PAC Family Players and the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest. Show includes traditional holiday songs, solo and choral works, dancing, dramatized stories, and a politically-inspired Mummer's Play. Show at Framingham Civic League (214 Concord Street, Rt. 126). Advance Tickets: Adults: $12, Youth (under 18) and Seniors (over 60): $10; $2.00 more at the door. To purchase tickets, call (508) 875-5554 or visit: www.pacmetrowest.org.
http://www.pacmetrowest.org

Sat, Dec 6th
Charity Breakfast and Food Drive at the Framingham Masonic Hall
The Monthly Charity Breakfast and Food Drive will be held on Saturday, the 6th of December, 2008 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, at the Framingham Masonic Hall, 404 Concord Street, Framingham.Pancakes, eggs, bacon, and sausages are available for $4.00 per person.Proceeds go to various children's charities. All are welcome. We are continuing our Food Drive for "A Place To Turn". We thank everyone for their contributions.
http://MiddlesexLodge.org

Sat, Dec 6th
First Annual FHS Holiday Marketplace
10 - 6 at Framingham High School to benefit the Framingham athletic program. 90 vendors - great gifts!

Sat, Dec 6th
Grace Church Christmas Fair
9am to 3pm - Gifts, holiday crafts, baked goods, gift baskets, children's activities - luncheon76 Salem End Road, Framingham, MA
http://www.gracechurhcucc.org

Sat, Dec 6th
Holiday Boutique at First Parish in Framingham
Join us at the annual Holiday Boutique at First Parish Church, 9 Vernon Street in Framingham on Saturday, December 6th from 10-3 and Sunday, December 7th from 10-1.Find a wide selection of gifts, homemade candies and cookies, and beautiful basket arrangements of greens for decorating your holiday tables.

Sat, Dec 6th
Holiday Revelry
A Magical Celebration of the Winter Holidays. Friday, December 5 and Saturday, December 6 at 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the PAC Family Players and the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest. Show includes traditional holiday songs, solo and choral works, dancing, dramatized stories, and a politically-inspired Mummer's Play. Show at Framingham Civic League (214 Concord Street, Rt. 126). Advance Tickets: Adults: $12, Youth (under 18) and Seniors (over 60): $10; $2.00 more at the door. To purchase tickets, call (508) 875-5554 or visit: www.pacmetrowest.org.
http://www.pacmetrowest.org

Sat, Dec 6th
Holiday Shopping Spree @ McCarthy Elementary School
The McCarthy Elementary School PTO is sponsoring its 4th annual Holiday Shopping Spree on Saturday, December 6 from 9am to 3pm. Come shop our 45+ vendors and stop for a snack in our "world-renowned" cafe. Don't forget to buy your raffle tickets for items donated by our vendors. Mention this ad and receive 1 free raffle ticket with the purchase of 5 (or 2 for 10). 8 Flagg Drive, Framingham.

Sat, Dec 6th
How Much Will My Dream Bath Cost?
Learn all you need to know to consider remodeling your master, guest or children's bath in this friendly, free seminar. Held at the Divine Kitchens showroom on the corner of Route 9 and Lyman Street in Westborough from 10:30AM-Noon, these monthly seminars are a great way to research your next home design project. Seating is limited, so reservations are required. Call or register online. 508-366-5670
http://divinekitchens.com

Sun, Dec 7th
Classical Music Concert: Marimba and Piano
Sunday, December 7, 3:00pm.Acclaimed marimbist Fumito Nunoya, accompanied by pianist Eliko Akahori, will perform the music of J.S. Bach, Astor Piazzolla and Emmanuel Sejourne. The Boston Herald calls Mr. Nunoya "agile and terrifically talented". Copies of Mr. Nunoya's CD will be available for purchase (cash or check only). Refreshments provided by Trader Joe's! Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Sun, Dec 7th
Framingham DTC Holiday Party
"NEW START TIME -- The Framingham Democraticn Town Committee holds its annual Holiday Party on Sunday December 7th from 3pm to 5pm. This will take place in the Activities Room of the Oaks Building, Summerville At Farm Pond, 200 West Farm Pond Road, Framingham. (Formerly Cushing Hospital.)"
http://framinghamdems.org/holiday2008

Sun, Dec 7th
Grace Church Living Natvity
4:00 pm. Free and open to the public. Come and view nativity, listen to carols, drink cocoa76 Salem End Road, Framingham, MA
http://www.gracechurchucc.org

Sun, Dec 7th
Holiday Boutique at First Parish in Framingham - Continues
Join us at the annual Holiday Boutique at First Parish Church, 9 Vernon Street in Framingham on Saturday, December 6th from 10-3 and Sunday, December 7th from 10-1.Find a wide selection of gifts, homemade candies and cookies, and beautiful basket arrangements of greens for decorating your holiday tables.

Sun, Dec 7th
Holiday Open House - For Sale!
54 COTTAGE STREET, FRAMINGHAM...Join Charlene Frary of Realty Executives for some special holiday refreshment and enter the free raffle for a Winter Warmup Basket of goodies! For every guest that stops in, $2 will be donated to the Framingham High School holiday drive! Grand antique homes on quiet Saxovnille side streets rarely come on the market - don't miss this opportunity to see this gem! Click website below (viewable after Dec 4)
http://www.54cottagestreet.com

Mon, Dec 8th
Business Women Unite FREE Networking for Women of MetroWest
Have you ever wished for a FREE networking group to support women in business? Your wish just came true. We are Business Women Unite and our evening meeting on Monday, December 8th will be hosted by Paul Ashton at Annie's Bookstop and Cafe Paulo, in the Bank North Shopping plaza on the corner of Water Street and Edgell Road.We will gather from 5:30 to 6:30 and start at 6:30.Bring lots of business cards and any special offers that you have.For more information please contact Rhona George at 508-877-4244.

Wed, Dec 10th
Woodrow Wilson Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School PTO is hosting a Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. Many vendors will be available to take orders OR sell you their products on the spot! Don't miss this spectacular event!! FREE ADMISSION!Raffles, food and lots of shopping!! 6pm-9pm Wednesday Dec 10th 169 Leland St Framingham Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

Fri, Dec 12th
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Framingham's annual tree lighting ceremony takes place in front of the Memorial Building Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. Lighting and photos with Santa, singing and school band concert.

Fri, Dec 12th
Craft jewelry fair & sale
Three local, craft jewelers will hold an open house & sale at Annie's Book Stop, Nobscot Shopping Center, 4 - 8 p.m.
http://www.espressopaulo.com

Fri, Dec 12th
Friday Night Film Series
7:00PM. Remember the Night (1940) 94 min G (TV rating).Lee Leander is caught shoplifting during Christmas, but when she meets the prosecuting district attorney, he is reluctant to put her in jail during the Christmas season. Starring Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray. Refreshments. ENTER ONLY THROUGH THE LEXINGTON STREET DOORS, AND ONLY BETWEEN 6:30-7:15PM. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Sat, Dec 13th
Free Kitchen Seminar
HOW MUCH WILL MY DREAM KITCHEN COST? Overwhelmed with how to start your kitchen remodeling project and make sure you hit the budget you can afford? This is the perfect (FREE) seminar to explore the many factors that go into remodeling your kitchen. Award-winning designer Mariett Barsoum guides you through the design/build process and shares important information on products and services you need to consider. More than 90% of past seminar guests report the information they receive to be "very valuable." These free monthly seminars, are very popular and fill quickly, so reservations are required by phone or online. The seminar will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 10:30AM-Noon at the Design Kitchens Showroom at 40 Lyman Street in Westborough, 508-366-5670.
http://www.divinekitchens.com

Sat, Dec 13th
Local, craft jewelry fair & sale
Three local, craft jewelers continue their open house and sale at Annie's Book Stop, Nobscot Shopping Center, 10 am - 3 pm
http://www.espressopaulo.com

Wed, Dec 17th
A Chrismas Carol
An Illustrated Reading of Charles Dickens' masterpiece.Performedby Dr. Helen Heineman, President Emerita, Framingham State College.Wednesday, December 17, 7:00pmDr. Helen Heineman, in Victorian costume, will perform this dramatic public reading of "A Christmas Carol", keeping alive a tradition started by Charles Dickens himself! Dr. Heineman will use Dickens' own special reading version, which he prepared for use during reading tours in England and America, ending in Boston. Dr. Heineman will further dramatize the performance by using her collection of 250 slides, which portray almost every illustrated version of "A Christmas Carol" since it first appeared in 1843! Refreshments served. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Sat, Dec 20th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for Iraq/Afghanistan veterans and their families or those from any past conflicts. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at the Framingham Civic League 214 Concord St. Framingham, MA. The ongoing clinic will be open the hours of 10-12 every Saturday. Walk in. No appointment needed. For more information and snow cancellations, call 508 626 0896.No session December 27, 2008. New Location at 302 Union Avenue, Framingham starting Jan 3, 2009.

Sun, Dec 21st
NBBC Community Drive
On behalf of New Bethel Baptist Church, we would like to request donations for NBBC Community Drive being held on Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 2pm for families. Our goal for the Community Drive is to provide toiletries, food, toys, and clothing to provide for low-income families and those in shelters or foster homes. This will lift a huge burden off families who may be suffering from financial difficulties this Holiday season. If individuals or businesses would like to participate in the community giving please contact Timecca Cordero at 508 872 1222 ext 2 or Timarra Meristil at 508 872 1222 ext 3.If families in need would like to be a recipient of these donations you may contact us at your earliest convenience.God bless,Timarra Meristil, Youth MinisterNew Bethel Baptist Church11 Beech StreetFramingham, MA 01703
http://www.nbbc-framingham.org

Fri, Dec 26th
The Brian Stark Group and The Isaac Young Group at Amazing Things Arts Center, Framingham, MA
Friday, December 26, 2008 8:00 pmPrice: $12 (Stu/Sen $11, Mem $10) Brian Stark is a 2004 graduate of Natick High School and a 2008 graduate of the University of North Texas with a major in Jazz Arranging. He really enjoys playing saxophone, and always looks forward to his annual show at Amazing Things, in which he gets to play with some of the best young talent the East Coast has to offer. The set will contain some originals, some swinging standards, and is bound to be full of surprises! The Isaac Young Quartet bridges the gap between jazz idioms, blending the tradition of Charlie Parker to electric Miles Davis into its own unique sound. Young's compositions have a broad appeal to both jazz aficionados and the casual listeners, with twisting melodic lines over complex harmonies. Location: Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St (Route 126), Framingham, MA 01702For more information, call (508) 405-2787 or visit: www.amazingthings.org
http://www.amazingthings.org

Sun, Dec 28th
Elena Zoubareva, soprano presents A Christmas Benefit at Amazing Things Arts Center, Framingham, MA

Sunday, December 28 (2008) ~ 3:00PM
Price: $15 (Student/Seniors $14, Member $12)

A Christmas Benefit - with soprano Elena Zoubareva

Russian-born soprano Elena Zoubareva in program Christmas Toys for Russian Orphans. Also, Elena presents her beautiful brand new CD, Allure. A portion of the proceeds from this concert and CD sale will go to two orphanages: St. Sophia's Orphanage in Moscow, and a girls orphanage in Kolomna, Moscow region to buy Christmas presents for the children (Christmas is celebrated in Russia according to the Julian calendar on January 7)Elena Zoubareva transforms the traditional classical voice recital into an emotional and theatrical journey. Her brand new CD, Allure, and this Holiday program combine remarkably diverse offerings of musical styles ranging from Christmas favorites to French chansons, from operatic arias to Morricone film scores, jazz standards and musical theater selections.

In performances, Ms. Zoubareva uses movement to break down the barriers between her and her audience, drawing them along on a musical odyssey. This ability to use her body in an inspiring, choreographed way, as well as her overall compelling stage presence, reflects many years of training in the Stanislavsky drama method. As one music critic wrote, "Her powerful stage presence radiates with the poise and grace of ballerina"Working together with a talented young arranger, Phil Acimovic and a famous Grammy nominated producer, Jonathan Wyner, Ms. Zoubareva performs with an ensemble of local internationally-trained musicians (piano, flute, cello, and percussion). Such colorful combinations of instruments bring a nearly orchestral sense to her performances.

Elena, who played ice hockey as a child and was at one point a business executive, graduated from the Moscow State University and Berklee College of Music cum laude and has performed at the international and local New England venues, including the Moscow Army Theater, Moscow Theater Academy (GITIS), JFK Library in Boston.

Location: Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St (Route 126), Framingham, MA 01702
For more information, call (508) 405-2787 or visit: www.amazingthings.org

Wed, Dec 31st
Celebrate New Year's Eve Historically
New Year's Eve at the Village Hall, Centre Common, on Edgell Road: From 8:30-12:30 am,December 31, 2008,Dance All Night! Enjoy Appetizers & Dessert Catered by Currier & Chives, A Champagne Toast at Midnight and more...Music by local Radio DJ and TV Personality:David O'LearyTickets are limited at $100/non-member* and $80/member Cash bar and fun-filled raffleAdults Only Dressy AttireGo here to purchase tickets:www.framinghamhistory.org/nye.html
http://www.framinghamhistory.org/nye.html

Wed, Dec 31st
New Years Eve Comedy Show With Brian Kiley, Joe Wong And Derek Gerry at Amazing Things Arts Center, Framingham, MA
Wednesday, Dec 31 8:00p
Price: $20 (Stu/Sen $19, Mem $17)
Brian Kiley won his first Emmy Award in 2007 as a staff writer for Late Night with Conan O'Brien. In addition to his long-term writing stint for Conan, Kiley is one of the best and most prolific comedians on television, with more than 28 standup performances on national programs, including The Late Show with David Letterman, Conan, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and his own Comedy Central special. He has written for the ESPN Espy Awards, and two of his jokes were included in GQ Magazine's "75 Greatest Jokes of All Time." He's a six-time Writer's Guild Award winner (writing in a comedy/variety series) and his jokes were included in the Sept. 2007 Reader's Digest "Laugh Riot Funniest Issue Ever."
The self-styled "All American Immigrant," Joe Wong has come a long way from rosy-eyed American newcomer to a comedian blossoming into stardom on the Boston comedy scene. Since his surprise finish in the finals at the 2003 Boston Comedy Festival, the native of China has been one of the busiest comedians in New England. That year, he was also the star of Joe Huang for President, a hysterically funny short film that won the first place award at the Cambridge Fringe Fest. He works in theaters, fundraisers and other shows around Boston. On his resume, under "other skills," he notes that he speaks better English than President Hu (of China). Derek Gerry has shared his sardonic, intelligent view of life's absurdities with audiences from around New England, performing at clubs such as the Comedy Studio and Comedy Connection. He began performing standup in fifth grade at the legendary Ding Ho in Cambridge, where he was told that he was too young to enter the club and that he should "scram," only to return to the Boston comedy scene two decades later. He knows more about home electronics than most Radio Shack employees and boasts a collection of obscure records that he assaults the airwaves with weekly on WMFO, 91.5 FM in Medford.
Location: Amazing Things Arts Center , 160 Hollis St (Route 126), Framingham, MA 01702
For more information, call (508) 405-2787 or visit: www.amazingthings.org
http://www.amazingthings.org