August 2012

Wed, Aug 1st
Crafters Wanted for Framingham Public Library's 4th Annual Winter Art & Craft Fair!
Please visit our website or email fplcraftshow@gmail.com for an application to sell your handmade items at this annual event. The application deadline is Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 and the Fair date is Saturday December 8th, 2012. Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.
http:// www.framinghamlibrary.org.

Wed, Aug 1st
Trio Andante (at the Main Library)
7:00pm –-Members of the group include flutist/saxophonist Ed Harlow, guitarist John Mason and vocalist/cellist Ellen Cogen. Their repertoire includes a wide range of music ranging from Berlioz to the Beatles to Elgar to the Eagles, delighting the audience with a fun variety of selections from Classical to Pop and Jazz. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Aug 2nd
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org

Thu, Aug 2nd
Summer Film Series - Some Like It Hot (1959) 120 min (at the Library)
7:00pm--Set in Chicago and Miami Beach in 1929, the film stars Marilyn Monroe as Sugar Kane. Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon are on the run from the mob, and join Sugar's traveling troupe to hide their identity. Roger Ebert calls it "a film of inspiration and meticulous craft." Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Aug 2nd
Thursday Tours at Two
Are you headed to the popular Farmer's Market on the Centre Common this August? If so, be sure to include a 2pm Guided Tour of the Framingham History Center's Museum at the air-conditioned Old Academy! This FREE tour is appropriate for both children and adults, is under one hour in duration, and is a wonderful overview and introduction to this town's significant history. Reservations not required. Join us at 16 Vernon St.
http://www.framinghamhistory.org

Sat, Aug 4th
Charity Breakfast and Food Drive at the Framingham Masonic Hall
The Monthly Charity Breakfast and Food Drive will be held on Saturday, the 4th of August, 2012 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 Masonic Angels charities. Collected food donations go to local food pantries. All are welcome.
http://MiddlesexLodge.org

Sat, Aug 4th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
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. For more information, call 508 626 0896
http://vacmetrowest.com

Sun, Aug 5th
Locavoire Picnic
*LOCAVORE POTLUCK PICNIC Sunday Aug 5, 2-5PM (Rain date August 12)at Butterworth Park, Arthur St, Framingham 01702. Bring a dish to share, made with at least one locally grown ingredient. Also bring your own chairs, blankets, etc. We will provide tables for the food, plus plates, flatware, cups, water and lemonade. *Wikipedia: A locavore is a person interested in eating food that is locally produced, not moved long distances to market. The locavore movement in the United States and elsewhere was spawned as interest in sustainability and eco-consciousness became more prevalent. **We are Transition Framingham, a group of citizens working towards a more sustainable future for Framingham in the face of economic instability and climate change. Check out our website.
http://TransitionFramingham.org

Mon, Aug 6th
Monday Musical Social (at Callahan Center)
Come and join us the first Monday of each month from 2:30-3:30 p.m. for a Musical Social with music from the 40's, 50's and 60's. You are welcome to come and dance or just watch and listen. Bring a friend! Refreshments will be available. $2 donation. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702 *** For mroe info phone (508) 532-5980.

Wed, Aug 8th
Crafters Wanted for Framingham Public Library's 4th Annual Winter Art & Craft Fair!
Please visit our website or email fplcraftshow@gmail.com for an application to sell your handmade items at this annual event. The application deadline is Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 and the Fair date is Saturday December 8th, 2012. Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.
http:// www.framinghamlibrary.org.

Wed, Aug 8th
Senior Lunch at Callahan Center
Burgers on the Grill! One seating at 11:30 a.m. Cost: $4 per person. Please call to reserve no later than Friday, August 3rd at 508-532-5980.

Wed, Aug 8th
Vendors Wanted for The "BEE" on October 14
What's all the buzz? The "BEE" (Big Event Expo) is coming to Historic Village Hall in Framingham Centre on Sunday October 14th! We're looking for party-related vendors - caterers, photographers, florists, decorators, entertainers-for-hire, bakers, formal attire shops, supply stores, etc - to be part of the event! Exhibit space is VERY affordable - just $50/space. Admission the the event itself will be free, and we'll be raffling off a free hall rental ($1900 value!) --- so there will be a whole lotta people there! See the Framingham History Center's website for more info. Big discount for those who register by August 15th!
http://http://www.framinghamhistory.org/call-for-exhibitors-the-bee-big-event-expo-october-14-2012

Thu, Aug 9th
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org

Thu, Aug 9th
Summer Film Series - The Talk of the Town (1942) 118 min. Not rated. (at the Main Library)
--7:00pm--Leopold Dilg (Cary Grant), an arsonist on the run from the law, enlists the help of his childhood sweetheart, Nora Shelley (Jean Arthur), and law professor Michael Lightcap (Ronald Colman) to help him out of his sticky situation. One critic sums it up as a "brilliantly directed, acted, scripted thought-provoking comedy."Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington St.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Aug 9th
Thursday Tours at Two
Are you headed to the popular Farmer's Market on the Centre Common this August? If so, be sure to include a 2pm Guided Tour of the Framingham History Center's Museum at the air-conditioned Old Academy! This FREE tour is appropriate for both children and adults, is under one hour in duration, and is a wonderful overview and introduction to this town's significant history. Reservations not required. Join us at 16 Vernon St.
http://www.framinghamhistory.org

Sat, Aug 11th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
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. For more information, call 508 626 0896 or website www.vacmetrowest.com
http://vacmetrowest.com

Sun, Aug 12th
Vendors Wanted for The "BEE" on October 14
Are you in the party business? If so, you won't want to miss being part of "The BEE": The Big Event Expo. This free-admission expo and party fair will be held at Historic Village Hall on the Framingham Centre Common on October 14th. We're raffling off a FREE HALL RENTAL – A $1900+ VALUE – so there are sure to be lots of hopeful party planners in attendance. Caterers, photographers, florists, invitation designers, formal attire shops, decorators, bakers, entertainers and others are all invited to participate for just $50 if registered by August 15, 2012.
http://http://www.framinghamhistory.org/call-for-exhibitors-the-bee-big-event-expo-october-14-2012

Mon, Aug 13th
Discussion: ''If I knew then''... (Metrowest Mothers & More)
Whether you are a new mother or seasoned mom, this discussion is for you! How many times have we, as mothers, said, "If I knew then what I know now…" No matter how much good (or otherwise) advice we get, we are still wiser for the time we've spent being a mother. What was some of the advice you got as a new mother? What are some of your biggest motherhood revelations? What advice do you have to share? Join us for a rousing chat-in-the-hat about your mothering wisdom. Time: 7:15pm-9:00pm Location: Whitney Place, 3 Vision Drive, Natick
http://metrowestmothersandmore.org/

Tue, Aug 14th
Crafters Wanted for Framingham Public Library's 4th Annual Winter Art & Craft Fair!
Please visit our website or email fplcraftshow@gmail.com for an application to sell your handmade items at this annual event. The application deadline is Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 and the Fair date is Saturday December 8th, 2012. Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Wed, Aug 15th
Rhythm and Pearls Concert: "Salute to the Girl Groups" & Adult Summer Reading Finale! (at the library)
--7:00pm-- Join us for a festive evening featuring the Adult Summer Reading raffle and a concert by female vocal trio Rhythm and Pearls! This event is open to all and the winner of the Kindle Touch will be drawn from raffle tickets entered by Adult Summer Reading participants! Come hear great harmonies from the 1940s and following decades, spiced with toe-tapping dance moves and featuring iconic songs from The Andrews Sisters, The McGuire Sisters, The Supremes and more!This is a Dream Big – READ! Adult Summer Reading event open to all. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Aug 16th
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org

Thu, Aug 16th
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org

Fri, Aug 17th
Blazers Summer Concert (FHS Auditorium)
The Framingham Blazers Band that has been around since the 1960's will be performing a summer concert at Framingham High School Auditorium, 115 "A" Street, Framingham, MA --- August 17, 2012 starting at 6:30pm. *** We hope you will come out and listen to the Concert Band and Stage Band perform classics from many different eras. *** A $5.00 donation is requested, to help keep the band running from year to year.
http://www.framingham.com/news/2011/06/17/arts-culture/framingham-blazers-summer-band/

Fri, Aug 17th
Joseph & The Amazing Techicolor Dreamcoat Musical
Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC). Friday, August 17 at 7:30 pm at Dwight Theater, Framingham State University. Featuring students in grades 4-9. Joseph is a fantastic show with great music written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice with catchy songs, and is a family friendly story with universal themes. Advance Tickets: Adults: $16; Seniors & Youth: $14; all tickets $2 more at the door. Tickets available by calling (508) 875-5554 or online at www.pacmetrowest.org
http://www.pacmetrowest.org

Sat, Aug 18th
Jsoeph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (FSU Dwight Theatre)
Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC). Saturday, August 18 at 2:00 pm at Dwight Theater, Framingham State University. Featuring students in grades 4-9. Joseph is a fantastic show with great music written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice with catchy songs, and is a family friendly story with universal themes. Advance Tickets: Adults: $16; Seniors & Youth: $14; all tickets $2 more at the door. Tickets available by calling (508) 875-5554 or online at www.pacmetrowest.org
http://www.pacmetrowest.org

Sat, Aug 18th
Peace Pole to be Planted in Framingham
Peace Poles are planted all over the world and The Center of Light will be planting its new Peace Pole this Saturday, August 18, at 11:00 am, on its property at 85 Edgell Road. This Peace Pole was a first-prize award won by Adelle (Samantha) Bennett, a teen member of the Center of Light, in the 2011, 14th Annual Peace Pals International Arts Exhibition (which is part of the worldwide Annual United Nations Day of Peace on September 21.) Adelle, a student at Marion High School, is generously donating the Peace Pole to the Center of Light to make a community Peace Garden near the sidewalk. This garden will be open for passersby to sit and rest and imagine peace. You are welcome to join us for this joyful event. Refreshments served. For further information please contact Rev. Mary Francis Drake at 617-990-7411.
http://boston.centersoflight.org

Sat, Aug 18th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
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. For more information, call 508 626 0896 or website www.vacmetrowest.com
www.vacmetrowest.com

Tue, Aug 21st
Ice Cream Social at Callahan Center
Tuesday, August 21 at 12 p.m. Seniors please join us to recognize and show appreciation for YOU, the value and contribution you bring to home, family and your community while enjoying an ice cream sundae. Please sign up by calling 508-532-5980.

Thu, Aug 23rd
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org

Sat, Aug 25th
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
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. For more information, call 508 626 0896 or website www.vacmetrowest.com
http://vacmetrowest.com

Wed, Aug 29th
Auditions for Zombie Prom, the musical
Auditions for Zombie Prom, the musical, will be held at the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC), 140 Pearl Street, Framingham on Wednesday, August 29 and Thursday, August 30 from 6:00–9:00 pm for students in grades 7 - 12. Prepare either one 32-bar excerpt of a song, or two 16-bar excerpts of two different songs. Be prepared to dance. Bring a resume and headshot. Please call ahead if possible (508) 875-5554. Walk-ins are also welcome. $25 non-refundable audition fee to be applied to tuition of $375. Rehearsals: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00–9:00 pm. Show Dates: October 26-28, 2012.
http://www.pacmetrowest.org

Wed, Aug 29th
Popular Music of the Gaslight Era (1890-1920) (at the Main Library)
-- 7:00pm-- Musician and Educator John Root will perform a delightful repertoire of instrumental and vocal musical styles from the turn of the previous century. Everyone is invited to sing along and to experience the range of feelings evoked by this music. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.
http://www.framinghamlibrary.org

Wed, Aug 29th
Senior Lunch at Callahan Center
Chicken ala King! One seating at 11:30 a.m. Cost $4 pp. Call to reserve no later than Friday, August 24th at 508-532-5980.

Thu, Aug 30th
Auditions for Zombie Prom, the musical
Auditions for Zombie Prom, the musical, will be held at the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC), 140 Pearl Street, Framingham on Wednesday, August 29 and Thursday, August 30 from 6:00–9:00 pm for students in grades 7 - 12. Prepare either one 32-bar excerpt of a song, or two 16-bar excerpts of two different songs. Be prepared to dance. Bring a resume and headshot. Please call ahead if possible (508) 875-5554. Walk-ins are also welcome. $25 non-refundable audition fee to be applied to tuition of $375. Rehearsals: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00–9:00 pm. Show Dates: October 26-28, 2012.
http://www.pac@pacmetrowest.org

Thu, Aug 30th
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer's Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as "The Village Green"). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University exit).
http://www.framingham.fmweb.org