FRAMINGHAM, MA - Framingham will celebrate Town Meeting Day on Sunday, October 22nd through the efforts of Town Moderator Joel Winett, who spearheaded the idea.

Massachusetts General Law Chapter 6: Section 15PP. Town Meeting Day states:

"The governor shall annually issue a proclamation setting a Town Meeting Day in commemoration of the holding of the first town meeting, recommending that said day be observed in an appropriate manner by the people."

Framingham Town Meeting Members, elected officials, and all town residents are invited to an event in appreciation of Town Meeting Members' public service.

Town Meeting Day will be observed on Sunday, October 22, 2006 in the Costin room of the main library at 3:00 pm.

This event is co-sponsored by the Library Trustees, who will provide some light refreshments.

Fred Wallace, of the Framingham Historical Society and Museum will present a brief talk on the history of Framingham and Town Meeting.

Afterwards, Town Meeting Members can socialize with other Town Meeting Members, elected officials, and residents.