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  • Free Admission at Garden in the Woods for Earth Day Celebration April 25

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Celebrate Earth Day at New England Wild Flower Society’s Garden in the Woods, Saturday, April 25. Enjoy free admission to Garden in the Woods all day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Take a guided walking tour and learn the history of the Garden, the design of the various gardens and habitats, and…

  • Upcoming DPW Recycling Events

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — This spring the Department of Public Works will be hosting several events aimed at increased recycling and environmental awareness. On Saturday, April 18th the second annual Shred Fest will be held at the Recycling Center on Mount Wayte Ave from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. This event provides free and secure paper…

  • What’s in a bag?

    While we can’t quite get the hang of remembering to bring along our tote bags to the supermarket, we are learning the scan and bag method of shopping at Stop & Shop. Except we seem to underestimate the number of bags needed. And, it appears that in the last few weeks, the size and sturdiness…

  • It’s in the Bag

    Tote bags are in.  The LL Bean durable canvas ones have been around for ages, but in the last few years, totes have popped up for sale in a variety of stores and offered as popular premiums and giveaways. But now, more than ever, you see them in use in the grocery stores.  It seems to be a combination of the…

  • Last Days for Big Bugs at Garden in the Woods

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The New England Wild Flower Society’s Garden in the Woods presents BIG BUGS Sculpture Exhibit and Web-of-Life Extravaganza through October 31, 2008. David Rogers’ dino-sized sculptures on 45 acres with 1,500 varieties of native plants. Special events each weekend. Visit the BUGMOBILE for crafts and live bugs. Stamp your Big Bugs Map…

  • Ugliest Tomato Contest

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Can you grow the ugliest tomato in Framingham? Bring your fresh picked “Ugliest Tomato” to the Framingham Farmers’ Market on Thursday, August 24th, 2006. Enter your homely homegrown for a chance to win a full basket of fresh farmer’s market products. The winner will be selected by market-goers’ popular vote. So, if…

  • Annual Fall Bulb and Perennial Sale

    FRAMINGHAM, MA –The Middlesex Conservation District will be holding its annual Fall Bulb and Perennial Sale on Friday September 22 from 3-6 pm, and Saturday September 23 from 8am – 12 noon. Pre-order through August 26 The Sale will be held at the 4H Fairgrounds on South Chelmsford Road in Westford, MA. All items can…

  • Happenings at Garden in the Woods

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – New England Wild Flower Society’s Garden in the Woods, premier native plant botanic garden and nursery is now open for the season. View 1,500 native species in naturalistic habitat displays, including 200 rare and endangered species, and thousands of seasonal blooms on 45 acres. All purchases and membership support the health of…

  • Earth Day Activities 2006

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Celebrate Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, in Framingham at the Downtown Common and at Garden in the Woods. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. there is free fun for families, children and adults at the Park Street Downtown Common, at the intersection of Concord and Howard Streets. Local artist, Nancie Handy, will…

  • Farmers’ Market to Feature Cooking Demo

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Chef Vittorio Ettore of the highly acclaimed restaurant, Bistro 5, will perform a cooking demonstration on Thursday, August 11th, using the produce available fresh that day from Framingham’s own Farmers’ Market. Watch as Vittorio selects fresh produce directly from our farmers’ stands and prepares delectable dishes on the spot – right here…

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