FRAMINGHAM, MA — Below is information and list of events for the Edgell Grove Cemetery Memorial Service: “FORGOTTEN 500” which will be held on Flag Day, June 14th 2009 program begins at 5:00pm. Please bring a comfortable chair, No seating available.
Bagpiper plays as guests arrive.
WELCOME – Non-denominational Invocation (more…)
FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Farmers Market offers great produce, baked goods, flowers, plants, meat, and kettle corn. The market is held every Thursday through October from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. on the Framingham Centre Common on Edgell Road, near Rt. 9.
Gilson’s has begun to bring a beautiful selection of mums and asters for you doorstep, window boxes or (more…)
FRAMINGHAM, MA — Nobscot Gallery, bookstore and coffee shop in Nobscot Plaza on Water St. hosts an exhibit of Hemenway students’ artwork beginning on June 8th, 2008.
The Hemenway School Parent’s & Children’s Art Exhibition is organized by parents Patty Hebert and Brenda Dostie. The exhibition will celebrate and share the talents of the Hemenway community of parents and students. Exhibits are expected to include paintings, pottery, photography, quilting and jewelry.
Local writer and parent Patty Hebert commented: “I have always enjoyed the monthly exhibits at the Nobscot Gallery, and this one will be particularly delightful as it showcases the art of our school community.
A grand opening reception will be held on Sunday, June 8th, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Nobscot gallery in Annie’s Book Stop. The reception will also feature music and other performance art from children whose talents are more active than static!
The reception will be a fund raiser, and grilled food has been generously donated by Wanda’s Food and Catering. All proceeds will be donated to the Hemenway School PTO art program.
Organiser Brenda Dostie commented: “We just want to celebrate the joy and enthusiasm of our children expressed through art. Events like this are important in bringing together our community.”
For further information contact Paul Ashton at Espresso Paulo / Annie’s Book Stop, 774 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701, 508-877-1891, paul.ashton@espressopaulo.com.
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FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham Farmer’s Markets are opening on June 12 and 14, 2008. The Thursday market returns to the Framingham Centre Common (aka Village Green) on Thursday, June 12. Hours are 12:30 – 5:30 p.m.. The market will run through October 30th.
The southside market returns to St. Tarcisius’ parking lot on Waverley St. (Rt. 135) on Saturday June 14th. This market runs on Wednesdays from 3 – 6 p.m. and Saturdays’ from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This market will run through October 25th.
Check the website below for further details.
Related Link: <http://www.massfarmersmarkets.org>
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FRAMINGHAM, MA — Volunteers are needed to develop, practice and deploy aid in an emergency response to a town-wide event.
The Framingham Emergency Reserve Corps (FERC) is a group of volunteers who assist the town in its emergency planning and help protect the health of the community. Members are local residents of different ages and abilities. No medical back-ground is necessary!
In the event of disasters, either natural or man-made, FERC volunteers supplement trained emergency personnel, thereby providing a boost in public health resources.FERC members:
Receive FREE emergency trainings.
Staff town flu clinics.
Provide emergency preparedness education to the public.
Interested in Joining? Please come to a meeting on June 12, 2008 at 6:00 PM at the Memorial Building in Nevins Hall.
Meet other volunteers. Hear more about what you can do for Your family! Your friends! Your community!
Need more information? Call the Framingham Board of Health: 508-532-5470.
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FRAMINGHAM, MA — Don’t miss the first Celebrate Framingham Day in Downtown Framingham this Sunday, June 1st from 1 – 5 p.m. From music to moonwalks, horses to Army hummers, there will be lots of things to see and do for people of all ages and interests.
The event will take place in the heart of Downtown Framingham, from the Danforth Museum and the Civic League to Downtown Common and the Fabric Place. Bands will play at the Memorial Building. The Lancers, the Ceremonial Cavalry trop of the Massachusetts Militia will appear. There will be a 3 lane bungee challenge and chalk drawing competition as well as a 60 foot monkey rope bridge constructed by the Boy Scouts.
The Oldies 103 Radio Wagon will be on hand as a series of performances are presented at the Civic League Auditorium. Framingham Park & Rec will offer a Basketball power shooting contest at Danforth Gym while there will be a Kids Bicycle Rodeo at the Fabric Place Parking lot.
Find more information about these and other activities at the Danforth Museum, Framingham Library, and the Downtown Common across from the Fabric Place at celebrateframingham.com. Downtown merchants will be offering specials as well as refreshments.
Celebrate Framingham is a project of this year’s class of the Leadership MetroWest Academy. The event is designed to bring families downtown to experience the unique shops and restaurants the downtown district has to offer.
Several town agencies and organizations are participating in this event, including Park and Recreation, Public Works, Fire, Police, Information Technology, Building Services, Framingham Library, Danforth Art Museum, Danforth Gym, Framingham Historical Society, Framingham Civic League , and many more. This event is rain or shine. In case of rain, outdoor activities will be moved indoors to the Memorial Building.
See link below for schedule, details, and map of where the activities will take place. Please note that a portion of Union St. will be closed to traffic during the event.
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FRAMINGHAM, MA — CALLAHAN CENTER HAPPENINGS – JUNE 2008
Event Coordinator Needed at Callahan Center
The Center is looking for an Event Coordinator to arrange and travel on all the day trips that the senior population requests and enjoys, both local and out-of-town.
The Event Coordinator will work with travel consultants to make the arrangements and to review their itinerary as presented. Negotiates both cost of trip and cost of bus transportation with transportation company for each senior event.
The Event Coordinator works directly with restaurants and facilities to provide a safe environment and safe travel for our seniors. This is a part-time position with varied days/hours, and it is a grant-funded position for one year. Travel experience necessary, must have car and MA license.
Employee must be capable of operating miscellaneous tools and office equipment relative to this position which shall include, but may not be limited to: computers, copiers, fax machines, and calculators. Time spent standing, walking, and sitting. Lifting, pushing/pulling, or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds with occasionally a maximum of 40 pounds. Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and bending. Repetitive movements of the hands. Communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing.
For more information or an interview, please call Mary Parcher at 508-532-5980 and press 0.
Support Groups at Callahan Senior Center:
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC FOR JUNE – Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25. On the 4th and 18th from 9:30 am – 1 pm. Please note: The 2nd and last Wednesdays of every month, blood pressure clinic hours are from 9:30 am—12:30 pm.
Attention Seniors! Have you suffered a stroke? Have you been diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Is your balance compromised so that you and/or your loved ones fear you walking alone? We are offering a special program just for you! A small group of 4 or 5 people that want to learn about balance, about connecting your brain to your body parts, about how to reduce your risk of falling. The program will consist of education, breathing exercises, and the use of some Tai Chi movements to increase your balance in a slow easy way. Knowing that this will be a journey, not a lightening fast solution, but a solution you can achieve with slow comfortable movements. How could you go wrong? If you are interested please call the Callahan Center at 508-532-5980 and be one of the few, 4 or 5 participants to hop on board and begin the journey.
Medicare: Where can you go for help and information? The SHINE Program (Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders) provides free, confidential health care information, assistance and counseling to elders and other Medicare beneficiaries. Call your local Senior Center for a SHINE appointment.
Prescription Drugs:
The SHINE Program can provide information and assistance to help you access your prescription benefits. Call your local Senior Center for a SHINE appointment.
At MassMedLine, a trained staff of pharmacy professionals will answer your questions about your prescription medicines over the phone (866-633-1617 toll free). They have information about prescription drug programs. For online information, visit the website at www.massmedline.com.
Quality of Care Complaints:
MassPRO (Massachusetts Peer Review Organization) is an organization of doctors and nurses who contract with Medicare to review hospital discharge decisions. If a Medicare beneficiary feels that he/she is not ready for discharge, he/she should call MassPRO at 800-252-5533.
Medicare Rights:
MAP (Medicare Advocacy Project) provides advice and free legal representation to Massachusetts elders and persons with disabilities, whether they are enrolled in traditional Medicare or in a Medicare Advantage Plan. Call MAP at 800-323-3205 for help in protecting your Medicare rights.
If you need help with any aspect of your Medicare, call your local Senior Center and ask for a SHINE appointment. You can reach a SHINE Counselor at 781-453-8076. If you get the SHINE answering machine, leave your name and number. A counselor will return your call as soon as possible.
Dry Eyes and Treatment Options: On June 23rd at 10am, Dr. Jody Judge of the Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston will be at the Callahan Center conducting a presentation on making the diagnosis of dry eyes and the treatment options. Please call the Callahan Center at 508-532-5980 to sign up for this presentation.
Thursday, June 5th at 10 am at Callahan Center Professor Marc Widershien presents “New England in Words and Music” – In 2001 he created a program called “New England in Words and Music” – from the Victrola era to the present. Professor Marc Widershien loves to tell stories and give background to the music he performs. His work is participatory, often inviting his audiences to tell their stories and request favorite music. This performance will consist of Marc playing the violin and internationally renowned composer, conductor and pianist, Herman Weiss, playing piano. Please call the Callahan Center to sign up for this program at (508) 532-5980.
On Thursday, June 12th, we will again celebrate our friendship with the Brophy Elementary School. Twenty-one students will arrive at 10:45 am for a morning of “Bingo with the Seniors” and a pizza lunch. We welcome seniors who are interested in participating in this intergenerational program—a morning of fun and laughter. Please sign up with the receptionist or call Ann Steacie at 508-532-5980, ext. 4113 to ensure your reservation for bingo and pizza.
Diabetes and Cholesterol Risks & Management presented by Kathleen Daniel Healthcare – Please join us on June 12th at 10am when Dietician Erica Sintron of Kathleen Daniel Healthcare will conduct a presentation on the risks and management of Diabetes. Following the presentation will be a question and answer session. Refreshments will be served.
Coming in July! Please join us on July 10th at 10am when Dietician Erica Sintron of Kathleen Daniel Healthcare will conduct a presentation on the risks and management of Cholesterol. Following the presentation will be a question and answer session. Refreshments will be served. Please call the Callahan Center to sign up for either of these presentations at 508-532-5980.
At Heritage Gallery – To all our Fathers and Grandfathers…… Thank you for your kindness and all the things you have done. The world is a better place because of Fathers like you. The Heritage Gallery has unique gifts for Father’s Day, which is Sunday, June 15th, 2008. We are open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 2:15 pm. Summer closing: Friday, June 20, 2008 – Re-open on Wednesday, September 3, 2008.
Interested in Joining a Bocce League? The expected dates of the league formation is mid-June. Please call the Callahan Center at 508-532-5980 if you are interested in participating. The bocce coordinator will call you with information and a start date.
Lawn Chair Drill Team – Dick Bonvini is looking for volunteers for his lawn chair drill team for the Flag Day and Fourth of July parades. It has been very successful in the past and is also a fun thing to do. It involves being able to walk one mile. If anyone has the old aluminum light-weight lawn chairs and would like to donate them to be used in the parades, we could use them. Call Dick Bonvini at 508-877-2824.
Are you ready to get outdoors and have fun ?? Dust off those golf clubs and join the Callahan Golf Group on Wednesdays at 9:30 am at Stoneybrook Golf Course, 70 Valley Road, Southborough, MA. For more information, please call Rosalie Cotton at 508-877-0681.
Support Callahan Center at the Eagles American Grille! Every first Thursday of the month from 4:00 – 8:00 pm, you can order dinner at the Eagles American Grille at 55 Park St. in Framingham, and if you mention the Callahan Center, Mark Curtis will donate 100f your meal cost to the Callahan Center Building Fund. Enjoy!
PROPERTY TAX RELIEF PROGRAM – The Property Tax Relief Program will open registration in the month of August. If you qualify for this program, you may work for a town department to get a discount on your property taxes. Check the August Courier for the dates to come to the Center to see if you qualify for this worthwhile tax relief program for seniors. Please do not call now. No appointments will be made until August.
Framingham Water & Sewer Commission FY09 Senior Discount Program – The Callahan Center now has applications for the Fiscal 2009 Water/Sewer Senior Discount. Eligibility requirements are as follows: Must be Framingham resident 65 years of age or over, Must be owner occupied for one, two and three family home, Gross income may not exceed: $45,000 for an individual, 2) $56,000 for head of household, 3) $67,000 for married filing jointly. A proof of ownership of property, such as a copy of the real estate tax bill with the owner (s) name must be provided. Also, new applicants must supply one of the following: a certified copy of the applicant’s birth certificate, photocopy of their driver’s license or passport.
NOTARY SERVICE – For your convenience, there will be a Notary available at the Callahan Center Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please call the Callahan Center to schedule an appointment with Janice at 508-532-5980.
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FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Massachusetts Department of Corrections is looking for teachers to volunteer to meet with mothers at MCI-Framingham about their children and the importance of education in their lives.
MCI-Framingham is a medium security correctional facility for female offenders, located in Framingham, Massachusetts. It is noted as the oldest female correctional institution in operation in the United States. In addition to meeting the security needs of a medium security facility, MCI-Framingham provides numerous program and treatment opportunities including mental health, medical, substance abuse, and family services, as well as educational, vocational, library, religious, recreational, and community service programs.
(more…)FRAMINGHAM, MA — A bus trip to Bourne National Cemetery sponsored by Framingham Lodge No 1264 B.P.O ELKS is planned for Sunday May 25th, 2008.
The schedule is as follows:
The cost for this event is $15, which includes transportation – Deluxe Ritche Bus, box lunch and cookout.
First come, first serve, space is limited to 52 seats.
RSVP before May 17th by sending check to: Framingham Lodge No 1264, Box 4747, Framingham, MA 01704. Please include “Bourne trip” on the memo line.
Cook out only is $10.
Bus ride and cook out is open to the public, if you cannot attend, consider sponsoring a veteran.
For more information, contact Tim Rivers at timrivers@rcn.com or Laura Medrano at Medrano@rcn.com or call the Framingham Lodge at (508)875-9262.
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May 04, 2008 (21:59:26 EST)
FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Town of Framingham’s 2008 Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, May 10. Time is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location is the McCarthy School Parking Lot on Flagg Drive.
This is for Framingham residents only. Proof of residency is required and photo ID. No commercial waste. Reduce long waits by combining waste with your neighbors and car pool.
Accepted: pesticides, herbicides, bug sprays, rodent poisons, paint thinner, urethans, oil or enamel paints, lead based paints, pool & spa chemicals, concentrated fertilizers, cleaning solvents, caustic cleaners, degreaser, photo chemicals, old gasoline/kerosene, diesel oil, aerosol cans containing paint, mercury-containing devices.
Do not bring: radioactive waste, explosives, gunpowder, flares, ammunition, PCB oils, bulk chemicals/oil, asbestos, medical/biochemical waste or latex paint.
For more information contact the Town of Framingham Solid Waste Division at 508-532-6001.