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  • Nobscot Neighbors — New Neighborhood Group Forming

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Nobscot area residents and supporters have come together to form “Nobscot Neighbors.”

    Nobscot Neighbors is a group of concerned Framingham citizens and other interested parties dedicated to the improvement and preservation of the Nobscot section of the town. Members are residents, elected officials, property owners, parents, and business owners who believe in taking an active role in their chosen community.

    Nobscot has a rich heritage as one of Framingham’s distinct villages, one that they feel has the potential to become an even more vibrant, attractive, and welcoming place with the right guidance, promotion and encouragement. Nobscot is located in north Framingham, with its economic center located around the Edgell Road and Water Street intersection.

    The goals of Nobscot Neighbors are:

    • Promote Nobscot as an attractive place to live, shop, dine, locate a business, and enjoy recreational areas.
    • Unite residents, businesses, and institutions for discussion and pursuit of common goals.
    • Create a stronger sense of community through meetings, events, promotions, and other communications.

    Care to join? Visit their new website at: nobscot.org and sign up for their mailing list and keep up to date with their activities and discussions.

    Currently meetings are held at Annie’s Book Stop/Espresso Paulo Coffee Shop in the Nobscot Shopping Center.

    Related Link: <http://www.nobscot.org>

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  • NEW YEAR’S EVE 2008 SNOW EMERGENCY

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Due to an additional serious snow storm on December 31, 2008, the Framingham Police Department has advised residents of a snow emergency in effect from 9 a.m. on December 31 until 9 a.m. on January 1, 2009.

    Parking is prohibited on all major arteries as designated by red and white signage.

    Reminder: The Winter Parking Ban prohibits parking on the even numbered side of the street.

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  • Submit Your Nominations for Salute to Framingham

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — What once started as a vision over seventeen years ago has grown into one of Framingham’s most cherished annual events. Each year the Salute to Framingham Dinner Committee will honor three individuals who have done much for Framingham’s youth.

    We encourage everyone from Framingham to consider nominating an individual, from any sector of the community, who has made a difference in the lives of the youth of our town. The basic criteria for this nomination are that the individual has given selflessly to the youth of Framingham.

    All nominations received will be kept on file and reviewed in January of each year. To be considered as a recipient for the 2009 Salute to Framingham, written and online nominations must be submitted by January 5, 2009. The committee will be meeting the following week to select the recipients.

    Visit Framinghamflyers.com and click on Salute to Framingham to submit a nomination online or to obtain more information on the event. Letters of nomination may be mailed to Salute to Framingham, Box 2367, Framingham, MA 01703.

    Plan to attend the 17th Annual Salute to Framingham Dinner at the Sheraton Framingham in March.

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  • Parking in Framingham Public Forum

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Town of Framingham, through its consultant the BETA Group Inc., is conducting a study of Framingham’s parking issues.

    The study will evaluate the Town’s current parking policies, particularly the two-hour limit and the ban on overnight parking. The Town is interested in hearing what citizens and businesses have to say about parking in Framingham.

    A public forum about parking is scheduled for:

    January 7, 2009 – 7:00 PM
    The Blumer Room, (in the basement of Memorial Hall)

    Come hear about what BETA has found regarding the Town’s parking issues, how other communities regulate parking, and what options are on the table to improve the situation. Please attend and let the Town and its representatives know what you think. They want to ensure that our parking regulations work for everyone, so they need your input!

    For additional information, please contact the Community & Economic Development Division at: 508-532-5505, or planning.department@framingham.gov

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  • January 2009 Christmas Tree Curbside Pickup

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham DPW has scheduled curbside Christmas tree collection the week of January 5th through the 9th, 2009.

    The collection will occur once on your normally scheduled trash collection day. Trees in plastic bags will not be collected and remove all decorations.

    Call the DPW Solid Waste Management Division at 508-532-6001 if you have any questions.

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  • JANUARY 2009 HAPPENINGS AT CALLAHAN SENIOR CENTER

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — JANUARY HAPPENINGS AT CALLAHAN CENTER

    Town of Framingham & Callahan Center Snowstorm Policy Notice – If the schools close due to snowstorms or other inclement weather days, there will be no activities at the Center. On these days, the Town of Framingham Staff will be available to you at the Center, unless the Town of Framingham declares an emergency closing.

    Support Groups at Callahan Senior Center:

    • Bereavement Support Group: Mondays, January 5, 12 & 26 at 10:00 am.
    • ‘Better Breathers’ Support Group: Wednesday, January 14 at 12:00 noon.
    • Caregivers’ Support Group: Tuesday, January 13 at 10:30 am.
    • Diabetes Support Group: Tuesday, January 27 at 10:00 am.
    • Grandparent Support Group: Wednesday, January 28 at 7:00 pm. Please always call the Center to confirm in case the date changes.
    • Low Vision Group: No meetings in January or February.
    • Massage Therapy: Thursday, January 8, by appt. only.
    • Parkinson’s Support Group: Tuesday, January 20 at 1:30 pm.
    • Podiatry: Wed., January 14 with Dr. John 12:30 – 4:00 pm . Wednesday, January 28,with Dr. Lukoff from 1:00 – 3:30 pm.
    • Stroke Survivors’ Support Group: Monday, January 5 at 1:00 pm.

    BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC FOR JANUARY – Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 9:00—12:30 pm.

    WANTED: Manager for Heritage Gallery – Looking for someone to manage small consignment gift shop at the Callahan Center. Candidate must have retail experience, must be computer-literate, and be able to train volunteer sales staff. Small monthly stipend. Store hours are Wednesday-Friday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Our intention is to be open Monday through Friday, but the new manager does not have to be on-site every day. For more information, please call Cheryl Lobdell at 508-532-5982.

    NEEDED: Data Entry Volunteer – The Callahan Center is looking for a Volunteer who is computer-literate in Word & Excel to input data. Four-hour shifts available. Please call Lorraine Fournier at 508-532-5980, ext. 4102 to apply.

    Callahan Center in Partnership with Framingham State College Lifelong Learners Presents:

    “Films and Recordings of a Mardi Gras Celebration” – Thursday, February 19th, 2009 – 10:00 am at Callahan Center – $7.00 Donation required (Please sign up by Tuesday, February 17th.)

    Movie, Lecture & Discussion: “Racial and Ethical Prejudices in Film” with Dr. Lawrence Lowenthal Tuesday, February 24 and Tuesday, March 3, 2009 – 5:45 pm at the Callahan Center – Callahan Center doors will be open at 5:30 pm for the 5:45 pm movie (approx. 2 hrs.) Dr. Lowenthal will arrive at 8:00 pm for the discussion. $15.00 Donation required (Please sign up by Tuesday, February 17th)

    “Arts in the Modern Age” with Professor Jason Giannetti – Wednesday evenings, March 18, 25 & April 1, 2009 – 6:30 pm at Callahan Center – $21.00 Donation required (Please sign up by Friday, March 13th)

    WANTED: Contract Bridge Players – A fun group of contract Bridge players meet each Tuesday, year-round. Check-in time is 8:45 am. We play from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Come alone or bring a friend!

    Beat the Holiday Blues! Part II – Part II of our discussion group on how to deal with the holiday blues is scheduled for January 12th, 2009 at 10:00 am. Lisa Ushkurnis, Callahan’s Clinical Social Worker, will facilitate the seminar, which is aimed at looking at the HIGH’s and LOW’s associated with the holiday season.

    Coming up in February! February 9, 2008 at 10:00 am at Callahan Center. The Framingham Garden Club will be here to assist those interested in creating a Valentine’s Day arrangement. There is a fee of $5.00 to cover the cost of materials. Please bring your own scissors. Seating is limited; please call the Center at 508-532-5980 to sign up no later than Wednesday, February 4th. No walk-ins.

    Friends of Callahan general meeting will be on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 1:30 pm at the Callahan Center. Entertainment will be provided by Lisa Manning and Friends. Refreshments will be served. Please come and bring a friend.

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  • SNOW EMERGENCY DECLARED

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Due to the impending serious snow storm on December 19, the Framingham Police Department has advised residents of a snow emergency in effect from noon on December 19 until midnight on December 20th.

    Parking is prohibited on all major arteries as designated by red and white signage.

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  • SPECIAL SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FRIDAY DEC. 19, 2008

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Due to the impending snow storm the Framingham Superintendent of Schools office announced the following changes.

    For Friday, December 19, 2008 — No Preschool classes.

    All public schools will follow the Early Release Schedule as outlined below:

    • FHS / CAMERON – 10:50 AM
    • MCCARTHY HALF DAY KINDERGARTEN 10:55 AM
    • FULLER AND WALSH MIDDLE SCHOOL – 11:25 AM
    • HALF DAY KINDERGARTEN AT OTHER ELEM. SCHOOLS – 12:00 PM
    • MCCARTHY SCHOOL (including FULL DAY K) – 12:15 PM
    • ALL OTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS (including FULL DAY K) – 1:00 PM
    • McAULIFFE CHARTER SCHOOL 1:30 PM
    • (NO PRESCHOOL)

    For more info, visit: http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/

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  • Win a Laptop during Downtown Framingham Merchants Holiday Promotion

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The merchants in Downtown Framingham have put together a special holiday promotion for shoppers.

    Visit participating merchants in Downtown Framingham from December 12 through 24 and enter to win a free laptop or other prizes. There is no purchase necessary to enter the drawing.

    Shoppers will receive a gift as they visit the downtown businesses. You can stop in and fill out an entry form at every participating merchant and every day through December 24th. The more stores you visit the better your chances to win prizes.

    The drawing will take place on December 26th.

    Participating merchants include: MetroPCS, Arnaldo’s Moving, Casa de Carnes, Party Flowers by Nubia, Terra Brazilis Restaurant, Brazil Legal World Soccer, Imperial Jewelry, Adadares Travel, Sky Hair Design, Bay State Insurance Services, Ana’s Shop, Fastway Moving, A2D Advertising & Printing, Nilda’s Hair Design, Brazil Connection, Antonio Ricardo’s Salon, Yes Modas,Re/Max One Call Realty, Old Station Steak House, Urbano Shop, Padaria Brasil Bakery, Wizard Language School, Made in Brazil Express, Downtown Restaurant, MHM Day Spa, Seabra Supermarkets, Carvalho’s Jewelers, Thiaggos Video and Photo Productions, Altitude Fashion, La Hispano Americana Records Shop, M & J Beauty Salon, Sidney Accounting,and WSRO and WBIX radio stations.

    So explore and shop in Downtown Framingham for holiday gifts and services, enter the drawing, and pick up some free giveaways but hurry, you only have until December 24th.

    Concerned about parking? Offstreet parking is available behind many of the downtown buildings.

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  • MassPike Toll Hearing on Wednesday, December 17, 2008

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Turnpike Authority will be holding a public hearing on Wednesday, December 17 at 6:30 P.M. in Nevins Hall at the Framingham Memorial Building at 150 Concord Street, giving the people from MetroWest an opportunity to state their opinions regarding how the toll hike will impact them.

    The toll hike that was approved 4 to 1 by the Turnpike board on November 14 would increase tolls to $2 for cash users and to $1.50 for Fastlane users at both the Route 128 and Allston Brighton toll plazas. On top of the tolls paid west of Route 128, a MetroWest driver will be paying $8 or $6 round-trip to Boston.

    The board is scheduled to make a final vote on the hike on January 15, 2009. Attend Wednesday’s hearing and speak your mind with the hope of convincing board members to rethink their votes.

    A similar hearing was held in Boston on the 10th, and the residents of East Boston came in large numbers and were quite compelling. MetroWest has an opportunity for a strong voice as well.

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