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Fri. Jan. 3rd 2014
Mark Brine and his Folkabilly Bluezgrass (at Amazing Things)
Mark Brine is an interesting artist. I would describe his music as very traditional in a Jimmie Rodgers style, in fact if Jimmie Rodgers and Hank Williams were cloned into one artist I would have to say that Brine is it! His music is clever and really hits that old timey Country bones a lot […]

Fri. Jan. 3rd 2014
Preventing and Managing Heart Disease with Diet (at Main Library)

Sat. Jan. 4th 2014
Jesse Hanson with Mostly Commons Opening (at Amazing Things)
Jesse Hanson is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter from the Boston area with a real itch for pursuing music. Her just released her debut album “Back to Boston” is now available on iTunes. *** Jesse was a member of Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra for 7 years, played in Boston-based classical ensembles, some Celtic music, and recently was […]

Sat. Jan. 4th 2014
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew’s Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be […]

Tue. Jan. 7th 2014
Main Library Book Club: The Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides

Wed. Jan. 8th 2014
Atwater-Donnelly Concert: Celebrating our American Heritage

Thu. Jan. 9th 2014
Professional Artists Series: How To Write An Artist’s Statement (at Danforth Art)
6:30pm ’til 8:30pm – Learn to sell yourself and your work in these action-packed, how-to sessions. This interactive workshop solves the mystery as to what collectors, gallerists, and editors want to see in an artist’s statement. You’ll learn the difference between an artist’s statement and biography. Submit whatever statement you’re using for a personal critique. […]

Thu. Jan. 9th 2014
Author Visit and Book Signing with Ted Reinstein Author of New England Notebook

Thu. Jan. 9th 2014
Let’s Laugh in the New Year (at Callahan Center)
Free Trial Laughter Yoga Class *** 10 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue, Framingham *** Laughter Yoga encourages playfulness, deep belly laughs, social connection, and a balance of mind, body and spirit. It combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing. This brings more oxygen to the body and the brain which makes one […]

Fri. Jan. 10th 2014
Bus Adventure (by MWRTA, starts at Callahan Center)
MetroWest Regional Transit Authority is offering a “Bus Adventure” on Friday, January 10th, 2014 at 10:30am, starting at the Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue, Framimgham, MA *** This is a great way to familiarize you with the routes provided. *** Please call 508-532-5980 to sign up. *** Space is limited, so register early!

Sat. Jan. 11th 2014
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew’s Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be […]

Tue. Jan. 14th 2014
Learn to Use Smartphones, Tablets, eReaders and more! (at Callhan Center)
Get Up-to-date! Bring your devices in — learn hot work those wonderful gifts recieved from the family during the holidays! *** Instruction and one-on-one tutoring of older residents by middle school and high school students on how to work a range of popular, handheld, electronic devices: Cell phones, iPhones, iPods, iPads, Tablets, Kindles, Nooks, other […]

Wed. Jan. 15th 2014
”Staying Safe” Self-Defense Training (at Callahan Center)
Wednesday, January 15th & January 29th, 2014 from 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. *** This is a two-part personal safety program, suitable for men and women of all fitness levels! The lessons and physical moves taught through this program are easy to learn and apply to real-life situations. Learn strategies and defense techniques to avoid […]

Wed. Jan. 15th 2014
Learn More about Access Framingham (at Fuller School TV Studio)
Come see the AF-TV facility, learn about upcoming workshops, and hear about your local media center. *** Access Framingham will be having an Orientation Session on Wednesday, January 15th from 7:00-8:00pm. *** AF-TV is a membership based organization which provides training with video recording and editing equipment as well as access to our cable television […]

Thu. Jan. 16th 2014
Professional Artist Series: Power of Blogging
Hear from a panel of bloggers how they set up their blogs, why they created them, obstacles they face, and how you can create attention to yourself and your work by using this powerful tool. Bring questions to class. Panel discussion moderated by Debbie Hagan, writer, editor, and former editor-in-chief of Art New England.Hosted by […]

Thu. Jan. 16th 2014
Audiology Clinic (at Callahan Center)
On Thursday, January 16th, 2014 from 10:00a.m. ’til 11:00a.m., The Learning Center for the Deaf presents, “What you need to know before you consider buying hearing aids” at the Callahan Center. *** Are you having more difficulty hearing your friends and family? *** Are your children insisting it’s time for hearing aids? *** Leslie McCowan, […]

Sat. Jan. 18th 2014
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew’s Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be […]

Sat. Jan. 18th 2014
Friends of Framingham Book Sale
Didn’t receive all of the books you wanted during the holidays? Shop at the Friends of the Framingham Library monthly book sale on Saturday, January 18 from 10am-3pm at the main library: 49 Lexington Street, Framingham! Explore our large selection of books, videos, books on CD, and other literary materials, all at discounted prices. Then […]

Wed. Jan. 22nd 2014
*** FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL CANCELED ***
Framingham Public Schools will be closed Wednesday, January 22nd, 2014 due to snow. School Department Administration offices will be open and staffed.

Thu. Jan. 23rd 2014
Professional Artist Series: How to Host Effective Open Studios
Perfect for artists who want to better display and sell their art. This workshop covers everything you should know about making your next weekend art event a success for both you and your customers. Each artist should leave this class with a personal game plan. Bring questons. Presented by Anna Koon, a professional artist, board […]

Fri. Jan. 24th 2014
Charity Knitters (at Callahan Center)
If you are currently a Callahan Center Charity Knitter or interested in becoming one, please join us Friday, January 24th at 11:15 at the Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue, Framingham. We will be knitting together for our Community Service Projects. Come learn new patterns, chat with new and old friends and have a good time! […]

Fri. Jan. 24th 2014
Friday at the Movies, FREE! (at Callahan Center)
Friday, January 24th, 2014 from 1:30pm ’til 4:00pm, Feature film: “Amazing Grace” starring Ioan Gruffudd, Romola Garai, Ciaran Hinds, Rufus Sewell, Youssou N’Dour with Michael Gambon and Albert Finney. *** “Amazing Grace” is an exceptional film that chronicles the amazing true story of William Wilberforce, the man who spent twenty years in the British Parliament […]

Sat. Jan. 25th 2014
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for veterans, active military, first responders and their families. The program addresses issues related to post combat stress such as sleep, anxiety, panic or other mood changes. VAC is located at St. Andrew’s Church 3 Maple St. Framingham MA. The ongoing clinic will be […]

Sun. Jan. 26th 2014
Sunday Concert Series (at Main Library)

Mon. Jan. 27th 2014
Special Education Parent/Guardian Meeting (at King Building)
On January 27th, 2014 from 7:00pm-9:00pm, “F-SEPAC”, (Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council), will hold an “Advise the Advisory Council Meeting” for Framingham parents and guardians of children with special needs, (only). There will be no school personnel present. *** One of F-SEPAC’s main roles is to advise the Framingham School District on matters pertaining […]

Thu. Jan. 30th 2014
Professional Artist Series: SEOs and Google Analytics
Learn the basics of web analytics so you can find out who’s visiting your website, including demographics of your traffic, what interests them the most, and your overall effectiveness in web marketing. Participants will leave with information about to dig into information that Google gathers and sharpen their marketing skills. They’ll also learn the basics […]

Thu. Jan. 30th 2014
The Callahan Book Discussion Group (at Edgell Library)
The Callahan Book Discussion group will meet January 30th, 2014 at the Edgell Memorial Library, 3 Oak St., Framingham, (at Centre Common) *** “The Hare with the Amber Eyes” by Edmund deWaal is the title for the January 30th meeting. *** This true story of one family’s art and loss has everything: style, seduction, pre […]

Fri. Jan. 31st 2014
Heart for Healing presents ”Expressing Feelings with Color” (at Callahan Center)

Fri. Jan. 31st 2014
Friday Night Film: Enough Said (at Main Library)

Fri. Jan. 31st 2014
NO SCHOOL (Framingham Public Schools)
There is NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS in the Framingham Public Schools on Friday, January 31stm 2014, Professional Development Day for all faculty and staff.