June 2023

Sun, Jun 4th
Drop into Art (at Danforth Museum)
1:00-4:00pm *** "Drop into Art" Sunday, June 4th, 2023 featuring Motion in Art *** Painting and photography allow an artist to capture a moment in time. That moment is frozen -- or is it? Check out various artists who try to make a visual suggestion of motion in their work. Then join us in the Art School to make a kinetic art project which mimics the beauty of the swirling migratory flight of starlings. *** Drop into Art happens the second Sunday of every month. *** All sessions are held from 1-4 p.m. *** Admission is always free. *** Registration is not required -- just drop in! *** Questions? Contact Katherine Tako-Girard or call 508-215-5117. *** Danforth Museum of Art, 14 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://danforth.framingham.edu/event/drop-into-art-june/

Sat, Jun 10th
Framingham's Repair Cafe!
Got something that needs fixing or mending? Bring it to the Repair Cafe! Saturday, June 10th, 2023 from 11:00am 'til 2:00pm. Scott Hall at 24 Vernon St., Framingham Our volunteers can help fix many things for FREE including: clothing, lamps, small appliances, computers/other electronics, bikes, batteries, toys, jewelry, and sewing machines. We will also have a station for sharpening knives, scissors and garden tools. If you know what parts are needed, please get them ahead of time. Let us know if you have any questions.
https://www.facebook.com/events/265588029166478

Sat, Jun 10th
Household Hazardous Waste Day (at Framingham DPW Garage)
9:00am - 1:00pm *** Framingham is holding a Household Hazardous Waste Day at the Department of Public Works building, 100 Western Ave, Framingham, MA Waste Collection Day June 10th, 2023. *** Residents can bring their household hazardous waste to be disposed of properly. *** Event is open to all Framingham Residents, and proof of residency will be required to attend. *** To see a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items, please click link below.
https://www.framinghamma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/49641/household-hazardous-waste-day

Sat, Jun 10th
Open Studios (at The Mill Contemporary Art Studios)
6:00 'til 9:00pm - OPEN STUDIOS, Friday June 10th, 2023 at The Mill Contemporary Art Studios *** Wander through the studios of 25 artists in the old Roxbury Carpet Mill Building in Saxonville. See locally produced original art and meet the artists at this months "Second Fridays" event. *** Parking available off Watson Street, or in public lot at Saxonville Square, or lot on Central Street.*** The Mill Contemporary Art Studios, 2 Central St, Framingham, MA 01701.
https://www.facebook.com/TheMillContemporaryArt/

Sun, Jun 11th
Flag Day Parade & Ceremony (at Cushing Memorial Park)
Framingham is hosting a parade and ceremony in honor of Flag Day, on Sunday, June 11th, 2023 at Cushing Memorial Park, Dudley Road, Framingham, MA *** Parade starts at 10:00am at Cushing Memorial Chapel, route goes around the park. *** Following parade, there will be a brief ceremony at the flag pole near the Chapel (at 11:11 a.m.) *** Parade participants include Framingham Elks, Framingham Scout troops, Framingham High athletics teams, Framingham Baseball as well as elected officials. *** If you'd like to participate in the parade, please contact Janet Leombruno of the Framingham Celebration Committee via email to: jleombruno@gmail.com

Wed, Jun 14th
Free Electronics Recycling Day (at Framingham Recycle Center)
12:00 noon 'til 8:00pm - The Framingham Department of Public Works (DPW) is hosting an Electronics Recycling & Clothing Donation Day on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Recycle Center *** Residents can bring any type of electronic device to dispose of as long as it has a power cord or power button! *** Free event! Open to all Framingham residents with a Recycling Center permit (if you don't have one, donate non-perishable food items, books, or gently used clothing instead). *** Framingham Recycling Drop-Off Center, 255 Mount Wayte Avenue, Framingham, MA 01702

Thu, Jun 15th
''Relay for Life'' Kick-off Meeting (at Memorial Building)
6:00pm 'til 8:00pm, June 15th, 2023 *** Framingham, Natick, Sherborn, Ashland and Holliston kick-off meeting for American Cancer Society's 2023 Relay for Life event. *** Meeting geared is for organizations and individuals looking to form Relay for Life teams. *** Alexandra Guarino, from the American Cancer Society staff, will explain the Relay for Life event, where the funds will go, how to create a team, fundraising tips and logistical needs. *** More than just a walk, Relay for Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. *** (The 2023 Relay for Life walk will held Sat., Sept. 30, 2023 at Bowditch Field in Framingham) *** Memorial Building (in Nevins Hall), 150 Concord St., Framingham, MA 01702. *** Please contact Alexandra Guarino with any questions through email: alexandra.guarino@cancer.org or by phone at: (617) 722-4927.
https://www.cancer.org/involved/fundraise/relay-for-life.html

Sat, Jun 17th
Friends of Framingham Library Book Sale (at Main Library)
10:00am 'til 3:00pm *** Saturday June 17, 2023 *** The Friends of Framingham Library�s Monthly Book Sale at the Framingham Main Library, 49 Lexington St., Framingham, MA 01702 (in Costin Room & Lobby). *** Help support your local library! *** Learn more about using link below.
https://framinghamlibrary.org/support-the-library/friends-of-the-library

Sat, Jun 17th
[Day Before] Fathers Day Beer Garden (at Hansons Farm)
11:00am 'til 4:00pm -- Saturday June 17th, 2023, (the day before Fathers Day), bring Dad and the whole family to Hanson's Farm Father's Day Beer Garden! *** Brews from Jack's Abby craft brewery will be sold in the Beer Garden. *** Family fun includes "Make a Card" craft corner for kids, lawn games, farm animals, frozen treats from the Hanson's Farm Ice Cream Bus and Hanson's homemade cider donuts and live music (from 1:00pm 'til 3:00pm) with special guests Ruth Rappaport and Jon Anderson. *** Hanson's Farm, 20 Nixon Road, Framingham, MA, 01701 *** For more info, visit the Hanson's Farm website or email: hansonsfarm@gmail.com or phone (508) 877-3058.
https://www.hansonsfarmframingham.com/

Sun, Jun 18th
Father's Day
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY from www.framingham.com !!!

Fri, Jun 23rd
New Sound Assembly / Free Concert! (at Centre Common)
6:00-8:00pm - Friday, June 23, 2023 - New Sound Assembly, American Acapella Barbershop Chorus, Way Up South Americana *** 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.

Fri, Jun 30th
Fireworks / Stars & Stripes Over Framingham (at Farm Pond)
3:00pm 'til (approx) 9:30pm - The Stars & Stripes Over Framingham celebration will be held Friday, June 30th, 2023 at Farm Pond Park, (an evening / nighttime event) *** Family Fun! *** Musical performances by Larry Bee & The Buzz, the U.S. Navy Band Northeast's Ceremonial Band and Rhode Island Sound ensembles *** Bring your own dinner, snacks and drinks (No Alcohol Allowed) or visit the food trucks and vendors at Barbieri School lot opposite pond. *** Fireworks Display over Farm Pond after dark *** Farm Pond Park is located on Dudley Road, Framingham, MA *** For parking info and map, area road closures, prohibited and permitted items and activities, viewing locations, list of food trucks & vendors and list event sponsors along with additional details can be found by clicking link below.
https://www.framingham.com/news/2023/06/25/general-interest/framingham-fireworks-friday-june-30-2023-stars-and-stripes-event/