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Sat. Jan. 2nd 2016
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
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. 3rd 2016
Prayers For Healing, Peace and Courage: An Interfaith Gathering
Sunday, January 3, at 4:00 pm, In this climate of fear and distrust, Open Spirit is offering an opportunity to gather with our sisters and brothers from many faith traditions. We will lift up prayers, readings and poetry from our diverse traditions, we will sit in silence, we will listen to music, and we will […]

Tue. Jan. 5th 2016
Poetry Workshop led by Bernard Horn
6:30-9:00pm – This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to […]

Tue. Jan. 5th 2016
Framingham Public Library Main Library Book Discussion: Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
7:00pm–Orphan trains ran regularly from the cities on the East coast to the farmlands of the Midwest from 1854 to 1929, transporting thousands of abandoned children whose fate was determined by pure luck. Vivian Daly was one such orphan, and returns to the East later in life. A turbulent teen, Molly Ayer, is assigned to […]

Wed. Jan. 6th 2016
J.S. Bach’s Musical Offering: Bach Battles a King
7:00pm–Guest Speaker: Professor Gil Harel, CUNY Baruch College. Johann Sebastian Bach composed what many regard to be the most profound body of music in history. In many ways, Frederick the Great was his philosophical and aesthetic antipode. That these two — a humble, deeply religious composer and a flamboyant militant monarch — would meet, was […]

Thu. Jan. 7th 2016
New Inca Son Duo in Concert
7:00pm–Inca Son “Sound of Inca” is an acclaimed ensemble that recreates the vibrant culture of its Peruvian Andean homeland. The Library welcomes the New Inca Son Duo to perform the compelling sounds of Peruvian music. They strive to “take the listener on a memorable journey to the Andes Mountains.” (Los Angeles Times). Don’t miss the […]

Fri. Jan. 8th 2016
Clutch Grabwell (at Amazing Things )
Clutch Grabwell’s explosive sound and intensity is unlike anything else. Their relentless energy and swagger are the foundation of a raging live show that has gripped crowds from Boston to Los Angeles. Their unparalleled mix of hard rock and pop has earned praise from fans and critics alike. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis […]

Fri. Jan. 8th 2016
Friday Night Film: Show Boat (1936) 113 min NR
7:00pm–This film version stars Irene Dunne as Magnolia Hawks. The daughter of showboat impresario Captain Andy, Magnolia is swept off her feet by dashing gambler Gaylord Ravenal. Starring Irene Dunne and Allan Jones. This film was rated 100% by Rotten Tomatoes, the film critic site! Presented by the Framingham Public Library. LOCATION: Callahan Center, 535 […]

Sat. Jan. 9th 2016
Guy and Billy (at Amazing Things)
Together as a duo for more than thirty years- longer than most marriages- And like a good marriage, their music has wed together two perfectly suited musical personalities. The duo can play any piece from their huge repertoire- an obscure Ellington tune, a Gershwin classic, a complex Jelly Roll Morton arrangement, or perhaps one of […]

Sat. Jan. 9th 2016
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
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. 10th 2016
Steps Toward Compassion and Health-A Presentation and Discussion
Do you want to help the environment? Do you want to be healthier? Do you want to act more compassionately towards animals? While a vegan diet can have the greatest impact, many people are not ready to make that change. Come learn the most effective changes you can make to your diet to achieve the […]

Tue. Jan. 12th 2016
Poetry Workshop led by Bernard Horn
6:30-9:00pm – This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to […]

Thu. Jan. 14th 2016
Dolley Madison Remembers Friends & Foes
7:00pm — Featuring Professional Historical Interpreter Patricia Perry *** Of the early First Ladies in the United States, Dolley Madison, wife of James Madison, fourth President of the United States, has been considered the most colorful. In her eight years in Washington, D.C. (1809-1817), she made the President’s Mansion a delightful place to visit.She met […]

Fri. Jan. 15th 2016
Cat And The Moon (at AmazingThings)
Featuring virtuosic musicianship and masterful improvisation, Cat and The Moon offers a unique interpretation of traditional bluegrass and Celtic music through bold and original compositions that showcase the true range of their eclecticism and talent. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 16th 2016
Rust Never Sleeps (at AmazingThings)
The preeminent Neil Young Tribute Band! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 16th 2016
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
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 […]

Mon. Jan. 18th 2016
Malik Magic For Children (at Amazing Things)
A MUST SEE show!!! All the wonder of magic with a brilliant flair for comedy! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Tue. Jan. 19th 2016
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman
7:00-9:00pm – This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to […]

Thu. Jan. 21st 2016
Boston and the Civil War
7:00pm–Guest Speaker: Barbara F. Berenson, Senior Attorney, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.Barbara F. Berenson discusses her latest book, Boston and the Civil War: Hub of the Second Revolution. The book explains how Boston, for the second time, changed the fate of the nation. Inspired by their Patriot forefathers and nurtured in the nation’s “cradle of liberty,” […]

Thu. Jan. 21st 2016
Seminar: Understanding the Medicare Maze (at Heritage)
Heritage at Framingham Senior Living Presents a Free Workshop: Mom, Dad & Medicare – Thursday, January 21st, 2016 at 4:30pm Are you or anyone you know…- about to reach 65? – over 65 and still working? – dealing with aging parents? Learning what you’ll need to know about Medicare can often be challenging. We can […]

Thu. Jan. 21st 2016
Civil War book signing
Blumer Room at Framingham Town Hall – 6:30 pm

Sat. Jan. 23rd 2016
Anna Sobel’s Bugaboo Review (at AmazingThings)
Delightful Kids’ entertaining AND educational puppet show! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 23rd 2016
Dell Smart and Exit In (at AmazingThings)
Very accomplished and well-traveled 8-piece Carribean, Punta, Soca, and Reggae band. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 23rd 2016
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
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. 24th 2016
Etiquette Boot Camp for Young Adults (at Sheraton Framingham)
Do you wish your young adult would partake in a conversation at the dinner table instead of “bonding” with their cell phones or playing games on their iPad? This 4-hour class will prepare your young adult for the next family dinner or social gathering. Participants will learn how to start and maintain conversations with adults […]

Sun. Jan. 24th 2016
Sunday Concert Series: Opera on Tap
3:00pm–Members of the Opera on Tap group perform a pleasing selection of popular opera arias. Presented by the Framingham Public Library. LOCATION: Callahan Center, 535 Union Ave.

Mon. Jan. 25th 2016
Matinee Film: The Intern (2015) 121 min PG

Tue. Jan. 26th 2016
Poetry Workshop Led by Alan Feldman
7:00-9:00pm – This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience who would like to participate for one or more sessions. Each session begins with a discussion of a topic in poetry leading to a brief in-class assignment. Poets who wish to have their work discussed need to provide copies to […]

Wed. Jan. 27th 2016
Master Thieves
7:00pm–Guest Speaker: Author Stephen Kurkjian, Boston Globe Investigative Reporter, retired.The story of the biggest theft in art history is a case defined by superlatives — the largest art theft in history, carrying the world’s largest reward offer, longer on the FBI’s list of biggest unsolved art crimes than any other save one. Two men disguised […]

Wed. Jan. 27th 2016
Race Amity with Dr. William Smith
Have you ever heard of race amity? No? It’s an under acknowledged American tradition of cooperation and love that unfolded in parallel to racial oppression. Race amity and racial oppression are as opposite as yin and yang, yet both have had profound effects on society. Come explore race amity at the January World Citizens’ Cafe!

Thu. Jan. 28th 2016
Space Shuttle Challenger 30th Anniversary Ceremony
McAuliffe Charter School Honors Space Shuttle Challenger Crew at 30th Anniversary CeremonyKeynote Address by McAuliffe’s Space Trainer, Former NASA Astronaut, Joe TannerWHAT: Students at Framingham’s McAuliffe Charter School will honor the memory of the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger and celebrate the wonder of space science and technologies at a special ceremony marking the […]

Fri. Jan. 29th 2016
Anita Coehlo Brazilian Ensemble (at Amazing Things)
Part of World Music Series Bossa Nova vocalist Anita Coelho is known for her sultry interpretations and contemporary arrangements of swinging Bossa Nova and Samba compositions from renowned composers Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, Carlos Lyra, Maria Rita, Milton Nascimento, and many more. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 […]

Fri. Jan. 29th 2016
PACMetrowest presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC) is pleased to present You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the musical, featuring a cast of students in grades 3-6, from the MetroWest area on Friday, January 29 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, January 30 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, January 31 at 3:00 pm at the Performing Arts […]

Sat. Jan. 30th 2016
Magic Dick and Shun Ng (at Amazing Things)
Magic Dick the legendary harmonica player for the J. Geils Band partners up with acoustic guitar sensation and singer, Shun Ng. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 30th 2016
Veterans Acupuncture Care Metrowest
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. 30th 2016
Bugaboo Revue (at Amazing Things)
For toddlers/preschoolers. *** Some people love creepy crawlies — and some people think they’re just plain gross! Miss Rosey’s from the city, but this year she’s planting a garden. Watch out bugs! She’s out to get you! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Jan. 30th 2016
PACMetrowest presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC) is pleased to present You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the musical, featuring a cast of students in grades 3-6, from the MetroWest area on Friday, January 29 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, January 30 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, January 31 at 3:00 pm at the Performing Arts […]

Sun. Jan. 31st 2016
PACMetrowest presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC) is pleased to present You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the musical, featuring a cast of students in grades 3-6, from the MetroWest area on Friday, January 29 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, January 30 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, January 31 at 3:00 pm at the Performing Arts […]