July 2021

Thu, Jul 1st
Diaper Collection to Benefit The Diaper Project at A Place to Turn
Lutheran Church of Framingham and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, partners in mission and ministry, will hold a month-long virtual and a one-day in-person diaper collection to benefit The Diaper Project at A Place to Turn. Diapers and baby wipes are not covered by SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or any other federal or state programs. This collection will provide diapers and baby wipes to families in our Metrowest community who are in financial distress.At this time, the Diaper Project is looking for:• Diapers in sizes 5 & 6• Diaper wipes• Monetary donationsYou can donate three ways:1. Virtual Collection, July 1-31. Shop online at your favorite retailer and have the diapers and wipes shipped directly to: The Diaper Project, 99 Hartford St., Natick, MA 01760.2. One-day In-Person Collection, Sunday, July 25, 11:30am to 12:30pm. Hand-deliver your donations to volunteers in the parking lot of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 3 Maple St., Framingham. Volunteers will be there to collect your donations. Please do not leave donations outside the church at any other time.3. Monetary Donations: Visit the A Place to Turn website: https://www.aplacetoturnnatick.org/. Click the “Make a Donation” button at the top right section of their home page. If you’d like, you can type St. A/LCF Diaper Collection in the comment section. You may also send a check made payable to A Place To Turn to 99 Hartford St., Natick, MA 01760 and write St. A/LCF Diaper Collection on the memo line.There is a constant need for these items. If you are unable to help now, you may donate directly to A Place to Turn at any time. Please join us in helping our neighbors in need.

Fri, Jul 2nd
''Shades of Gray'' - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert Series on the Green", Friday, July 2, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Acoustic Americana sounds of the "Shades of Gray" 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.

Wed, Jul 7th
''Back Pages'' Music in the Garden (Gardens at Elm Bank, Wellesley MA)
Starts at 7:00pm -- Gather a picnic, pack a lawn chair or blanket and join in as The Massachusetts Horticultural Society presents: "Music in the Garden" featuring "Back Pages", Wednesday July 7th, 2021. *** Inky Fair and Doug Betschart have been playing music together since 1972, first hitting the New England club circuit in the band "Moonfast". In 1977, they formed "Fair, Yates & Betschart", the renowned house band at Timothy's Spirits in Framingham, and later released "Spirits" an album of original songs. Since 1987, Inky and Doug have performed as the acoustic/rock duo, "Back Pages". With Steve McCrossan on keyboard and bass, "Back Pages" features a vast, eclectic mix of classic and modern rock music spanning five decades -- enlivened with rich harmonies, amazing guitar playing, and pulsating rythyms. *** Garden entrance is allowed starting at 6pm. *** Restrooms and a bottle refill station available on-site.*** As always, please no dogs. *** LIMITED TICKETS AVILABLE - Reservations STRONGLY encouraged! *** General Public: $15 + ticket fees / Donations Requested for Massachusetts Horticultural Society Members *** Venue: The Gardens at Elm Bank, 900 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02482 *** Use Link Below to Reserve Tickets Now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-in-the-garden-back-pages-tickets-150102427401

Fri, Jul 9th
''Beantown Buckaroos'' - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, July 9th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Western Swing & Country sounds of the "Beantown Buckaroos" 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.

Sun, Jul 11th
Drop into Art: ''Dynamic Shapes'' (Danforth Art Museum)
1:00pm to 4:00pm: "Dynamic Shapes" - Circle up, friends, and get in line. It�s time to do the wave! All squares, triangles, and organic forms welcome! With three museum tour stops, learn how artists connect dynamic shapes with science, motion, and music. Join for a reading of The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds! And, create your own moving work of art and see patterns shaped by sound. *** Admission is free! *** Registration is requested, but not required. *** Drop into Art offers a day of learning and discovery at the Danforth Art Museum every second Sunday of the month. Explore the galleries, be inspired by art, and get creative! Art making is available the entire time -- Drop in whenever is best for you! *** Want to know more? Email: danforthartmuseum@framingham.edu or Phone 508-215-5118. *** Danforth Art Museum, 14 Vernon St., Framingham, MA 01701
https://danforth.framingham.edu/

Wed, Jul 14th
DIY Neon Signs (at McAuliffe Branch Library)
Framingham teens, (Grades 6-12), signup to participate in the DIY Neon Signs maker event on July 14th, 2021, from 2:00pm until 3:30pm on the McAuliffe Branch Library Back Patio. *** Use EL Wire to make your own neon signs! (Any supplies left over will be turned into Take & Make kits). *** Registration required -- use link below SIGN UP now! *** Location: McAuliffe Branch Library, 746 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://bit.ly/2UeLOsN

Wed, Jul 14th
In-person Artist Talk with Adria Arch (Danforth Art Museum)
On Wednesday, July 14th, 7:30 p.m., join artist Adria Arch as she leads visitors through her exciting work at the Danforth Art Museum. *** "Lost and Found" is an immersive installation of sculpture, movement and sound creating a space in which to contemplate what we've lost in the past year and the joy that we can find to move forward. *** Artist talk is free with Museum Admission Adults: $7.00, Seniors (65+): $6.00, Framingham residents (with ID): $6.00, Students (High school + college (with ID): $5.00 *** Registration preferred, but not required. *** Danforth Art Museum, 14 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://danforth.framingham.edu/event/in-person-talk-with-artist-adria-arch/

Wed, Jul 14th
Wellness Wednesdays - Outdoor Yoga for Self-Care (at Open Spirit)
Outdoor Yoga for Self-Care lead by Kimberly McClure at Open Spirit: A Place of Hope, Health & Harmony. *** In this class, slow moving, mindful yoga leads us in developing our practices of self-care, on the mat and in our lives. *** If possible, please bring your own mat. *** All are welcome. Registration is not required. *** No rain date, (check our website in case of inclement weather). *** Please consider making a donation to Open Spirit to support our teachers and the important work we do. *** Open Spirit, 39 Edwards Street, Framingham, MA, 01701
https://www.openspiritcenter.org

Thu, Jul 15th
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, Jul 15th
Framingham Rotary Carnival (Route 9 East, FSU Lot)
July 15-18, 2021 -- Carnival sponsored by the Framingham Rotary Club with rides, games, and food at Framingham State University, (in new parking lot along Route 9 East). *** Thursday and Friday 6-10pm; Saturday 1-10 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm. *** Free admission -- tickets for rides and games can be purchased from ticket machines using cash or credit card. *** Proceeds support Rotary's local community service projects.
http://rt9fun.com/

Fri, Jul 16th
''XRB'' - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, July 16th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Soul & Pop sounds of the "XRB" 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.

Fri, Jul 16th
DIY Neon Signs (outside, Framingham Main Library)
Framingham teens, (Grades 6-12), signup to participate in the DIY Neon Signs maker event on July 14th, 2021, from 2:00pm until 3:30pm outside the Framingham Main Library in the Learning Yard! *** Use EL Wire to make your own neon signs! (Any supplies left over will be turned into Take & Make kits). *** Registration required -- use link below SIGN UP now! *** Location: Framingham Main Library, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702.
https://bit.ly/2UeLOsN

Fri, Jul 16th
Framingham Rotary Carnival (Route 9 East, FSU Lot)
July 15-18, 2021 -- Carnival sponsored by the Framingham Rotary Club with rides, games, and food at Framingham State University, (in new parking lot along Route 9 East). *** Friday 6-10pm; Saturday 1-10 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm. *** Free admission -- tickets for rides and games can be purchased from ticket machines using cash or credit card. *** Proceeds support Rotary's local community service projects.
http://rt9fun.com/

Fri, Jul 16th
Tony Soul Project (at Nobscot Cafe)
SUNDAY!! FUNDAY!! at Nobscot Cafe *** Watch the Red Sox and the NBA Finals Tonight! *** Live Entertainment featuring "Tony Soul Project" from 5:00pm 'til 8:00pm *** Come join the us for Music! Food! Drinks & Fun! *** Nobscot Cafe, 847 Edgell Rd, Framingham, MA 01701
http://www.nobscotscafe.com/

Sat, Jul 17th
Framingham Rotary Carnival (Route 9 East, FSU Lot)
July 15-18, 2021 -- Carnival sponsored by the Framingham Rotary Club with rides, games, and food at Framingham State University, (in new parking lot along Route 9 East). *** Saturday 1-10 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm. *** Free admission -- tickets for rides and games can be purchased from ticket machines using cash or credit card. *** Proceeds support Rotary's local community service projects.
http://rt9fun.com/

Sat, Jul 17th
Friends of the Library Bag Room Sale (Main Library, Costin Rm.)
10:00am 'til 3:00pm -- Friends of the Library Bag Room Sale will be held in the Costin Room of the Framingham Main Library *** Books, CDs / DVDs, more -- 4,000 Items!, Your Choice!.. Your Selections! *** One Bag of Books = $10 / Half Bag = $5 *** Friends may enter the sale at 9:30 am. *** Thank you for wearing a mask while in the library. *** Location: Framingham Main Library, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702
https://framinghamlibrary.org/

Sat, Jul 17th
Saturday Morning Yoga (on Framingham Downtown Common)
10:00am 'til 11:00am -- Join Downtown Framingham, Inc and a rotation of local yoga instructors at the Downtown Common for morning yoga, Saturday mornings in July and August! *** Please bring your own yoga mat, yoga accessories (blocks, etc), towels and water! *** Instructors include: Lauren Turner, Kat Suwalski and Kristen Ditch. *** Framingham Downtown Common, 38 Franklin St, Framingham, MA 01702 *** Tickets: $5, (reserve online using link below).
https://bit.ly/2T4kihn

Sun, Jul 18th
Comedy Night (at China Gourmet)
Starts at 8:00pm -- Comedy Night at China Gourmet! *** Grab a bite to eat and a drink to drink while you enjoy a showcase featuring some of New England's finest up and coming comics! John Tyler, Kevin Lamory, Latasha Hughes, Jay Bee, Ed Waugh and a special guest! *** Hosted by the lovably hilarious Mike Fahey, we're sure to laugh the night away! *** Tickets $5.00, (a 21+ event) *** China Gourmet, 1583 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701.
https://www.chinagourmetframingham.com/

Sun, Jul 18th
Framingham Rotary Carnival (Route 9 East, FSU Lot)
LAST DAY!!! -- Sunday, July 18, 2021, 1-6 pm. -- Carnival sponsored by the Framingham Rotary Club with rides, games, and food at Framingham State University, (in new parking lot along Route 9 East). *** Free admission -- tickets for rides and games can be purchased from ticket machines using cash or credit card. *** Proceeds support Rotary's local community service projects.
http://rt9fun.com/

Thu, Jul 22nd
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, Jul 23rd
''Barry & The Midnights'' - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, July 23rd, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Rock & Roll 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.

Sun, Jul 25th
In-person Artist Talk with Nancy Hayes (Danforth Art Museum)
Sunday, July 25th, 2021, 3:00 p.m. *** Nancy's mind-blowing, detailed work has been much talked about by gallery viewers! Nancy�s talk in-person in the gallery is so you can actually see the details of her work as she talks about it. *** Nancy is one of five artists in the "Wonderscape" exhibition which runs through September 19th, 2021. *** Artist talk is free with Museum Admission Adults: $7.00, Seniors (65+): $6.00, Framingham residents (with ID): $6.00, Students (High school + college (with ID): $5.00 *** Registration preferred, but not required. *** Danforth Art Museum, 14 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://danforth.framingham.edu/

Wed, Jul 28th
Wellness Wednesdays - Outdoor Yoga (at Open Spirit)
Outdoor Yoga lead by Dr. Danielle Rousseau at Open Spirit: A Place of Hope, Health & Harmony. *** This class is a gentle, accessible, and trauma-informed offering including both movement and mindfulness. *** Class is suitable for all physical abilities and can be done on a mat or chair. No experience required. *** If possible, please bring your own mat. *** All are welcome. Registration is not required. *** No rain date, (check website in case of inclement weather). *** Please consider making a donation to Open Spirit to support our teachers and the important work we do. *** Open Spirit, 39 Edwards Street, Framingham, MA 01701
https://www.openspiritcenter.org

Thu, Jul 29th
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, Jul 30th
Larry Bee & The Buzz - Concert on the Green (Framingham Centre Common)
6:30pm 'til 8:30pm -- Framingham Park & Rec Summer Concert, Friday, July 30th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. featuring the Rock & Roll sounds of the "Larry Bee & The Buzz" 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, Jul 31st
Framingham Household Hazardous Waste Day (at DPW Operations Center)
9:00am 'til 1:00pm *** Framingham Public Works will host "Household Hazardous Waste Day" *** Residents can bring their household hazardous waste to be disposed of properly. *** Open to all Framingham residents *** Proof of Residency required. *** Location: Dept. of Public Works Operations Center, 100 Western Avenue, Framingham, MA 01702

Sat, Jul 31st
Messy Excuses (at Nobscot Cafe)
Live Entertainment featuring good old Rock n' Rock with the "Messy Excuses" band! *** Come join the us for Music! Food! Drinks & Fun! *** Nobscot Cafe, 847 Edgell Rd, Framingham, MA 01701
http://www.nobscotscafe.com/