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  • 2008 Annual Tree Lighting with Santa

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Town of Framingham celebrates the holiday season with their annual holiday tree lighting on Friday, December 12th, 2008 starting at 6:15 p.m.

    The large donated tree in front of the Memorial Building will be lit following a countdown led by radio personality Scott Gibbons. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive courtesy of the Framingham Fire Department.

    Girl Scouts will lead a sing a long of holiday songs as part of the festivities. Following Santa’s arrival, members of the Framingham Fifth Grade Band will perform inside of Nevins Hall. Santa will take a seat in Nevins and photos with Santa will be available for a reasonable price.

    Hot cocoa, cookies, and candy canes will be available. During the evening festivities, the downtown merchants will be offering specials and giveaways and will be staying open later. Be sure to tour and sample their treats and wares.

    Visit the framingham.com table for a free raffle of school supplies courtesy of Office Depot as well as goodies and giveaways and for information about local organizations.

    The 17th annual tree lighting is sponsored by The Town of Framingham, Downtown Solutions, Framingham Co-operative Bank, The MetroWest Daily News,Starbucks, Oldies 103.3, and Dunkin Donuts.

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  • Annie’s Book Stop offers Free Children’s Books as Treats

    FRAMINGHAM,MA — This Halloween, treat or treater’s should stop in at Annie’s Book Stop in Nobscot Shopping Center, Water St, from 3 pm – 9 pm, Friday, October 31st for a free book as a treat.

    That’s right, FREE children’s book for all trick or treaters. There could be hot, spiced cider for the adults and maybe pumpkin scones.

    Great baked goods and great coffee always available at Espresso Paulo, <www.espressopaulo.com>, Annie’s Book Stop, 774 Water Street, Framingham. Call 508 877 1891 if you need directions.

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  • GIRL SCOUT REGISTRATION THIS MONTH

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham Girl Scouts will have 2 Town-wide Girl Scout Registration Days in October:

    • Tuesday, October 14 from 7-9 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church Hall
    • Saturday, October 25, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Costin Room at the Framingham Public Library downtown.

    Framingham Girl Scouts is open to girls ages 5-17 (Kindergarten through grade 12).  The registration year is from October 1 through September 30.  A parent or guardian signature is required on each girl’s registration form.  The annual membership fee is $10 person (financial aid is available on request). Each individual troop may require an additional fee per meeting or per year.  Checks should be made payable to Eastern Massachusetts Girl Scout Council.

    Girls are divided into Daisy-Brownie-Junior-Cadet-Senior troops based on age/grade level.  Girls may join an existing troop, if space is available.  New troops may form throughout the year, and every effort will be made to place each girl in a troop.  If no troop is available for a girl, she may register as a “Juliet” Girl Scout. This enables her to attend Framingham-wide events (like roller skating or bowling activities) as well as council events (including camps).

    Adults/parents who wish to attend a meeting or an event must register as a volunteer with Girl Scouts, including paying the $10 membership fee. NEW Leaders are also needed. a leader information session will be held on Oct. 25 at the library.

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  • Snackin’ in Saxonville this Saturday Afternoon

    FRAMINGHAM,MA — Bid farewell to summer with your Saxonville friends and neighbors. The Friends of Saxonville invite you to Snackin’ in Saxonville, a family event at on Saturday afternoon, September 20th, (Rain Date Sun, Sept 21) from 3 – 6 p.m. at the corner of Concord and School Streets in Saxonville. (the former State Lumber property)

    Drop in for a sampling of tasty treats from local eateries, purchase unique Saxonville merchandise, see a mini-exhibit and antique firetruck (with music!), take part in children’s activities and raffle, and reconnect with friends and neighbors following summer break! Treats include donations from: Georgio’s, Makari’s,Gerards, Liberty Pizza, Panera, Breyers, Subs and More, and Legal Seafood and Robinsons Ace Hardware.

    At 4:30, join the guided Historic Walking Tour and get your personal copy of the new full-color Saxonville Brochure and Tour Map!

    Admission is $10/adult – $3/child (under 8 years old) All proceeds benefit Friends of Saxonville projects, including restoration of the Athenaeum Hall and Carol Getchell Nature Trail. For further information about the event and the Friends of Saxonville, visit www.saxonville.org.

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  • EDGELL GROVE CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICE on FLAG DAY

    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…)

  • Friends of Saxonville Celebrate 10th Anniversary

    March 25, 2008  (20:50:39 EST)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Please join the Friends of Saxonville for the Tenth Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 4th at 7 p.m. at Edwards Church Hall, next to the church, 39 Edwards Street, off Elm Street in Saxonville village.

    Come and enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres, conversation, and the history of Edwards Church. Celebrate the Friends accomplishments and plans for the future.

    This is also the Annual Meeting of the membership. Every year there is at least one member from out of state who attends to support the group. Members are encouraged to volunteer for our Board of Directors! New members are always welcome!

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  • Gov. Patrick Helps Celebrate Greater Framingham Community Church’s 35th Anniversary

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Greater Framingham Community Church, corner of Franklin and Park Sts., is celebrating 35 years of ministry and service to the MetroWest and Greater Boston communities.

    As part of the celebration, GFCC is hosting an anniversary banquet on Saturday evening, September 29, 2007, 5:00 PM Reception , 6:00 PM Banquet at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel at 1657 Worcester Road (Route 9 West) in Framingham, MA with the Honorable Deval Patrick, Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as the Guest Speaker. The anniversary theme is “Celebrate the Journey.”

    The celebration continues at the ten o’clock Sunday morning Worship Service on September 30, 2007, with the Rev. Dr. Conley Hughes Jr., pastor of Concord Baptist Church in Boston as Guest Preacher.

    For tickets ($75 per person), placing an ad in our souvenir program booklet or for more information, please call the church at (508) 626-2118.

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  • FREE LIFT Bus Service During Peak Shopping Days

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Once Again the LIFT Public Transit System will be offering free bus service on select days during the holiday season. This year’s days are: Friday and Saturday, November 24 and 25, and Friday December 22, 2006. Shoppers can avoid parking lot headaches by using the Lift bus, especially the Lift 9 bus.

    The LIFT 9 bus provides direct service between the West Natick Commuter Rail station and the retail, residential, and employment hubs along Route 9 in Framingham, including Framingham State College, Shoppers World, the Natick Mall, Technology Park, and the 9/90 Corporate Center. LIFT 9 operates between 6:10 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

    With funding from the MBTA, the Executive Office of Transportation, and appropriations from the Town of Framingham, the LIFT Public Transit System has been undergoing constant enhancements to better serve its customers. Visit website for updates, promotions, schedule changes, maps, and other information.

    The LIFT office is located in Framingham’s Town Hall and is staffed by several customer service representatives. LIFT Office hours are: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday, and the phone number is (508) 532-5459.

    If you have any questions or concerns and outside of office hours, please call: 1.800.649.6096 of visit the lift website at www.framinghamma.gov/lift

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  • September 11th Remembrance

    FRAMINGHAM,MA — The Town of Framingham hosts a remembrance ceremony at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 11th at the memorial at Tercentennial Park on Dudley Road, for the fifth anniversary of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

    Family members of loved ones are asked to attend and help honor the numerous individuals that had ties to the Framingham community. The event will include reading the names on the memorial and family members will be asked to place a rose in front of the memorial trees.

    Color guards will attend and prayers will be offered. The Town also asks for help in contacting the family members of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11th. Contact the Selectmen’s office at 508-532-5400 or email selectmen@framinghamma.gov

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  • Garden Party to Rock for START Partnership

    Gala must go-to party at Garden in the Woods

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The hottest ticket in town is for the START Partnership’s Garden Party Gala at Garden in the Woods on Thursday night, September 14th from 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

    This fundraising party begins with hot and cold appetizers and complimentary beer and wine and a stroll through the Garden in the Woods to enjoy the “Rock On!” sculpture exhibit.

    Attendees will enjoy the music of Pro Musica drifting through the woods as they stroll, nibble, and chat with many of the artists who created the sculptures on display.

    Partygoers will be invited to build cairns (more…)