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  • Mosquito Spraying in Framingham on Wed., June 9, 2008

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be spraying for mosquitoes in neighborhood areas of Framingham on Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 between dusk and 11:30 PM.

    Spraying will be done in neighborhoods of Saxonville including streets in the vicinity of Elm St., Pinewood Dr., Griffin Rd., Danforth St., School St., Brownlea Rd. and Lake Rd.

    Spraying will also be done in south Framingham in neighborhoods located south of Waverly St. If spraying is postponed for any reason; it will be rescheduled for Monday, July 14th.

    The Project uses a spray formulation that contains the pesticide product, Anvil to control mosquitoes. Anvil contains the pesticide, sumithrin, which is a synthetic pyrethroid that is classified as a slightly toxic pesticide by the EPA. Mosquito control applications of sumithrin do not pose a significant risk to people or their pets due to the low toxicity of sumithrin and the small amount used to control mosquitoes.

    As with any pesticide, people should minimize exposure. If residents see a spray truck approaching, they are advised to go indoors for a few minutes while the spray dissipates. Residents are also advised to close windows facing the street.

    A recorded message providing the spray schedule is available at 781-893-5759. If residents have any questions related to the spraying or any questions on mosquitoes, contact the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project at 781-899-5730.

     

    Related Link: <http://www.framinghamma.gov>

  • STUDENT ART SHOW AT GARDEN IN THE WOODS

    Framingham, MA — New England Wild Flower Society, America’s oldest plant conservation group, announces the BIG BUGS Student Art Show, Sunday, October 5, noon to 3 p.m. at Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Road, Framingham.

    The Society invites students K-12 to show work inspired by the BIG BUGS Exhibit. Visit the exhibit, check out the BIG BUGS and the little bugs, examine the interactions between bugs and plants, and create a masterpiece of two dimensional art which can be hung between noon and 3 pm at the Garden’s Education Building. Rain or shine.

    The Art Show is cosponsored by Artscope Magazine. Kaveh Mojtabai, publisher, states, ““As New England’s Culture Magazine, we have a strong interest in fostering creative talent of all ages. The interpretation of the BIG BUGS, little bugs, and bug/plant interactions provides a wonderful opportunity for children and youths to express themselves in many media and to interact with nature. The many gardens at Garden in the Woods offer stunning visuals to inspire student work. We are thrilled to be associated with this event at Garden in the Woods and the BIG BUGS Exhibit.”

    The BIG BUGS exhibit is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October 31, 2008, with special events, occurring weekends. Rain or shine. Parking is free. Leave plenty of time to walk the BIG BUGS Path. Submit your own BIG BUGS images to the online BIG BUGS Community Art Gallery at bigbugsart@newenglandwild.org. Explore the exhibit and Garden in the Woods at http://www.newenglandwild.org

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  • Fourth of July 2008 Fireworks, Parades and More

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – MetroWest and MetroBoston offer parades, fireworks, flea markets, road races, fairs, concerts, and more as part of Fourth of July celebrations.

    Below are links to information about local events in Greater Framingham during the 2008 Fourth of July weekend:

    Parades and more in Natick, Sudbury, and Lincoln:

    natick4th.org

    Sudbury Parade

    Lincoln Parade & more

    Framingham’s Concert on the Green:

    Concerts on the Green

    Fireworks, concerts and more:

    wbztv.com

    boston.com

    Newton Celebration

    more Framingham area events

    Boston Events:

    Boston Pops on the 4th

    Boston Harborfest

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  • State Representative Pam Richardson Hosts Global Warming Discussion Tuesday, July 1st

    Environment Massachusetts Rep leading discussion

    June 30, 2008  (15:13:16 EST)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Representative Pam Richardson (D-Framingham) will be hosting a discussion about the Global Warming Solutions Act which is currently pending in the State Legislature. A representative from the Advocacy Group, Environment Massachusetts will be leading the discussion.

    “The state of our environment and the impact of carbon emissions on climate change is something we cannot ignore,” said Richardson (D-Framingham). “Having this discussion in Framingham will allow my constituents the opportunity to discuss Global Warming and learn about the ways in which we can work together to address this important issue.”

    The Global Warming Solutions Act would require a 20ut in state carbon emissions below 1990 levels by the year 2020, and an 80 0rop by 2050. This initiative would allow the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs to take steps necessary to reduce emissions. The bill has passed the Massachusetts Senate, and the House awaits the opportunity to vote on this measure.

    The discussion will take place on Tuesday, July 1st from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Representative Richardson’s district office which is located at 25 Nicholas Road, the Pinefield Shopping Center, in Framingham.

    All are welcome to attend this important discussion. For more information contact Jake Oliveira at 508-405-0968.

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  • 2008 State Rep Debate on Cable

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Those that may have missed the Framingham Democratic Town Committee sponsored debate of candidates for the Framingham St. Rep seat that was held on Monday at Town Hall can still view it on cable TV.

    The entire debate was captured by the Framingham Public Access Channel. The following is a list of the times that the program will air:

    Friday 6/27 @ 12:00pm

    Friday 6/27 @ 7:00pm

    Saturday 6/28 @ 12:00pm

    Saturday 6/28 @ 6:00pm

    Sunday 6/29 @ 12:00pm

    FPAC-TV can be found on RCN channel 3, Comcast Channel 9 & Verizon Channel 43.

    For additional times and dates of air times – visit: www.fpac-tv.org

    Related Link: <http://www.fpac-tv.org>

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  • Buy A Rubber Duckie and Support the Framingham Rotary Charities

    June 25, 2008  (20:32:18 EST)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Rotary Club will be holding its Second Annual Duck Race on Sunday, July 20th at Simpson Park.

    Ducks can be purchased from any Rotarian for $5.00 (a flock of 5 for $20). The Framingham Rotary Club will have a booth at the Concerts on the Green each Friday night until Race Day. The concerts are every Friday evening from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Framingham Centre Common on Edgell Road.

    The Prizes:

    The purchaser of the winning duck will receive a 32″ HD Ready TV;

    the second prize is a Bose Wave Radio

    and third prize is a GPS system.

    All proceeds will go to benefit Framingham Community Charities. Buy a duck and support the Framingham Rotary and through them many local non-profit organizations.

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  • Into the Woods produced by Framingham Summer Theater Workshop

    Youth Theater Group performs at Framingham High

    FRAMINGHAM,MA –Framingham Summer Theatre Workshop produces INTO THE WOODS this summer!

    Framingham Summer Theater Workshop, a newly formed youth theater program at residence at Framingham High School Performing Arts Center will perform Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods” on July 18th and 19th 2008 @ 7PM. Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for kids under 12. For reserved tickets, please call: 508-620-4963 ext. 1605.

    The Mission of Framingham Summer Theatre Workshop is to educate students with the skills they need to successfully and professionally enter the theater world. Framingham Summer Theatre Workshop is open to students entering ninth grade through sophomore year of college. The cast consists of students from Framingham, Wayland, Southborough, Rutland, and Sterling.

    Synopsis: An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Ridinghood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A Witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale. When a Baker and his Wife learn they’ve been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk). Everyone’s wish is granted at the end of Act One, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins a lively irreverent fantasy in the style of “The Princess Bride” becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.

    Into the Woods
    Director: Donna A. Wresinski
    Executive Producer: Chris Brindley
    Asst. Director/Choreographer: Teri Shea
    Musical Director: Dan Moore
    Set Design: Steve McGonagle
    Lighting/Sound Design: Jared Sell

    Members of the company:

    Kara Andrew
    Kayla Andrew
    Sandra Bates
    Robert Brown
    Vanessa Chouman
    Julie Clarke
    Kyle Collins
    Amanda Cooper
    Mia Cross
    Patrick Curran
    Shari Feldman
    Patrick Greeley
    Emily Grove
    Kristina Lando
    Kayon Lewis
    Stephanie Lindsey
    Zach McGrath
    Harry Meltzer
    Olivia Moriarty
    Caitie O’Connell
    David Olson
    Ty Rosa
    Kathlyn Sell
    Lauren Spagnuolo
    Jill Sulfaro
    Sarah Theurkauf
    Ryan Williams

    Into the Woods is produced through special arrangements with Music Theatre International. For more information e-mail FraminghamSTW@gmail.com .

  • Framingham South Class of 1973 Reunion

    FRAMINGHAM, MASS – Framingham South High Class of 1973 35th Casual Reunion is being organized by Linda Stucchi on Saturday August 9th 2008 at the Ashland Fish and Game Club,
    3 Ponderosa Road, Ashland, MA 01721. The cost is $35.00

    Payment made payable and sent to Linda Stucchi,40 Cider Mill Lane,Upton, MA 01568-1120,508-529-6130,reunionsouthhigh1973@gmail and must be received by July 25th, 2008.

    Come alone or bring your significant other. Full dinner buffet by TJ Spirits of Ashland, MA. Music provided by classmate Gregg Beckett. Event will run until they kick us out! Very casual dress…please, no holey jeans/tee’s…just feel comfortable and be yourself! Cocktails from 5 to 7:30. Pass the word on!

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  • BIG BUGS EXHIBIT RETURNS TO GARDEN IN THE WOODS JULY 12-OCTOBER 31, 2008

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The DINOSAUR-sized BIG BUGS Sculpture Exhibit lands at New England Wild Flower Society’s Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Road in Framingham.

    July 12- October 31, 2008 get a bug’s eye view of the world when you come nose to knee with an 18-foot, 1200-pound praying mantis and 12 other ENORMOUS and beautiful natural sculptures by New York artist David Rogers. Join in the fun when BIG BUGS brings a swarm of summer and fall events to “one of the most beautiful places on the planet.” Enjoy a picnic and swarm over to the nursery to buy native plants bugs love, gifts, books, and bug-themed toys for sale at the Society’s Museum Shop.

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  • FRAMINGHAM FLAG DAY FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — This Saturday and Sunday, June 14th & 15th, the Framingham Celebration Committee with the support of Framingham Park & Recreation, will be holding the 2008 Flag Day festival at Cushing Memorial Park. Cushing Park is on Dudley Road and was formerly called Tercentennial Park. The festival will include a Civil War encampment and battle re-enactment being called the “Battle of Farm Pond.” More than 200 civil war re-enactors are expected to participate in the encampment.

    The festival hours are 10am till 4pm on both days and the public can park onsite through the park entrance off Dr. Harvey Cushing Way. There will be a craft show with approximately 50 vendors, live music, festival food and fun for the kids.

    This year’s festival entertainment will be kicked-off by a local favorite. Sergeant Dan Clark, formerly of the Massachusetts State Police, is known as “the singing trooper” and will begin the musical line-up that also includes patriotic tunes by the Natick American Legion Band.

    The battle scene re-enactment will begin at 1pm on each day. The Battle of Farm Pond name was chosen to
    give it a Framingham connection. The scene is expected to be authentic to the smallest detail, including uniforms, muskets and cavalry units.

    In addition to the civil war component, classic cars and local jeep clubs will be there to show their vehicles to the public.

    The schedule for Sunday includes a 10am camp dress parade of the civil war re-enactors and the second skirmish in the Battle of Farm Pond at 1pm. In addition, there will be the Flag Day patriotic procession and salute to the flag at 2:30pm and the moving Flag retirement ceremony run by the Framingham Veteran’s Council at 4pm.

    More information is available at www.geocities.com/flagdayframingham or from the Framingham Park & Recreation office: 508-532-5960.

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