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Mon. Oct. 1st 2012
Monday Morning Quarterback Club (at Callahan Center)
Monday mornings from 9-11 a.m. (except Monday holidays) at Callahan Center. Football talk and re-hash of the Patriots & Sunday games, video highlights, review of newspaper coverage. Coffee & refreshments. *** For more info, call Sam Swisher 508-532-5980,ext. 4113 or email: ccvolrec@gmail.com. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702

Tue. Oct. 2nd 2012
Main Library Book Club: The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka (Main Library_

Wed. Oct. 3rd 2012
Connecting Through the Global and Local Volunteer Experience (Main Library)
Guest Speaker: Dick Simon, award-winning photographer& global volunteer, 7:00-9:00pm.Join SOAR 55 (Service Opportunities After Reaching 55) and Mr. Simon as he discusses how he makes a difference through travel and photography. Hear from SOAR 55 volunteers, who tell their own compelling stories and tell how they make a difference locally. SOAR 55is a program of […]

Wed. Oct. 3rd 2012
Adult Acting Classes (at Performing Arts Center of Metrowest)

Thu. Oct. 4th 2012
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer’s Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as “The Village Green”). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University […]

Thu. Oct. 4th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture: Origins of the War to End All Wars: A Re-Examination.(at the Main Library)
–7:00pm–Guest Speaker: Dr. John L. Heineman, Professor Emeritus, Boston College. This lecture examines the political developments which had poisoned an era often called “La Belle Epoque” and focuses on the disruption of the European Balance of Power. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Fri. Oct. 5th 2012
Friday Night Film: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (at Main Library)

Fri. Oct. 5th 2012
Ed Morgan’s ”The Children’s Hour” (at PAC Metrowest)
For Infants, Toddlers, Pre-Schoolers and their Families — Children’s singer/songwriter Ed Morgan, (better known in area simply as “The Music Man”), will delight kids & grown-ups alike with his interactive blend of original and classic children’s songs. *** Fridays from 10:00am ’til 11:00am on October 5th, 19th, and 26th, (Halloween theme and costumes welcome), November […]

Sat. Oct. 6th 2012
The Framingham Public Library Foundation, Inc. presents: An Evening with Dennis Lehane! (Main Library)

Sat. Oct. 6th 2012
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
No session this week

Sat. Oct. 6th 2012
Framingham Food Truck Festival (at Shoppers World)
The 2nd Annual Framingham Food Truck Festival is coming to the Shoppers World plaza on Saturday, October 6th, 2012. From 11:00am to 4:00pm, the festival will feature a variety of cuisines from over 20 trucks, plus sampling tents, children’s activities and live music! *** Shoppers World, 1 Worcester Rd., (Route 9), Framingham, MA. *** For […]

Sat. Oct. 6th 2012
Benefit Yard Sale (for Stearns Farm Build-a-Barn Fund)

Sat. Oct. 6th 2012
Charity Breakfast and Food Drive at the Framingham Masonic Hall
The Monthly Charity Breakfast and Food Drive will be held on Saturday, the 6th of October, 2012 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, at the Framingham Masonic Hall, 404 Concord Street, Framingham. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, and sausages are available for $4.00 per person. Proceeds go to Masonic Angels charities. Collected food donations go to local […]

Sun. Oct. 7th 2012
Drop Into Art
The first Sunday of every month is Drop into Art at the Danforth Museum of Art located at 123 Union Ave., Framingham. Children ages 5-10 accompanied by parents, grandparents, or guardians can participate in activities in the galleries and create their own works of art in the School of Art studios. This is a free […]

Wed. Oct. 10th 2012
Probate Code Presentation (at Callahan Center)
Wednesday, October 10th, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Callahan Center. Informative overview of new MA Uniform Code, which will impact Framingham seniors and their families now and in the coming years. New code offers new options to the public for a faster, less complicated and less expensive procedure to probate a will or to administer […]

Wed. Oct. 10th 2012
Senior Lunch (at Callahan Center)
October 10th, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. – Roast Turkey luncheon. Cost is $4pp. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702 *** For more info or to make reservations, phone (508) 532-5980.

Wed. Oct. 10th 2012
Author Talk and Book Signing with Elizabeth F. Fideler!
–Speaking about her new book “Women Still at Work: Professionals over Sixty and on the Job” 7:00pm–From Betty White, Meryl Streep and others, we’re surrounded by examples of women working well past the traditional retirement age. In fact, the fastest growing segment of the workforce is women age sixty-five and older, even in today’s bleak […]

Thu. Oct. 11th 2012
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer’s Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as “The Village Green”). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University […]

Thu. Oct. 11th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture; ”May I Have Your Undivided Attention? How Facebook, Twitter, and Texting are Changing the Ways We Interact with One Another” (at Main Library)
7:00pm–Dr. Ira Silver, Prof. of Sociology, FSU. // Amidst our growing fascination with 24/7 communication, we rarely stop to consider the profound implications it is having on how we relate to one another. This series is a collaboration between Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Sat. Oct. 13th 2012
Framingham North, 40th Reunion (at Framingham Elks Club)
Framingham North High School, Class of 1972 will be holding its 40th Reunion on Saturday, October 13, 2102, from 6:00pm to Midnight at Framingham Elks Club, 450 Union Avenue, Framingham 01702 *** Tickets: Early Birds $45.00 / person before Labor Day (September 3rd), After September 3rd, $50.00 per person *** Please make your checks payable […]

Sat. Oct. 13th 2012
Rummage and Bake Sale (at Edwards Church)
Edwards Church will host a Rummage and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 13th, 2012 from 9:00am to 1:00pm, (bag sale from 12-1:00pm!!). *** Rain or shine! *** Clothing, White Elephant items, books, toys and baked goods. *** Edwards Church is located in Saxonville, at 39 Edwards Street. *** From Elm Street, turn onto Maplewood Street, […]

Sat. Oct. 13th 2012
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 […]

Mon. Oct. 15th 2012
Friends of Callahan Event (at Callahan Center)
October 15th at 1:30 p.m. at Callahan Center. General meeting with entertainment by Hats Off to America. Refreshments served. Bring a friend! *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702 *** For more info phone (508) 532-5980.

Tue. Oct. 16th 2012
Cooking for One and Nutrition (at Callahan Center)
October 16th at 11 a.m. at Callahan Center. With Ava Hallam of Peoplefirst Hospice. Ava will teach seniors ways to make mealtime enjoyable, as well as healthy, in simple and inexpensive ways. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702 *** For more info or to sign-up, phone (508) 532-5980.

Wed. Oct. 17th 2012
Luncheon Presentation on the Challange of Sleep (at Callahan Center)
October 17th at 11:30 a.m. at Callahan Center (for seniors only). Traditions of Wayland & Parmenter Community Health Care will educate you about sleep assessment, sleep hygiene and medications, as well as, aromatherapy and other alternative therapies their role in meeting the challenges of sleep. Seating is limited. *** Call 508-532-5980 to sign up. *** […]

Wed. Oct. 17th 2012
Open Comedy Mique Show (at Amazing Things)
Show starts and 7:30pm *** It’s great to welcome back Jackson Gillman, an all around comedic master! *** Known as “The Stand-up Chameleon,” Gillman’s entertaining performances include comedic zany characters, fun songs, silly and often inspirational stories, creative stand-up and more. Energy, wit, music, and wisdom are Jackson’s stock in trade. He incorporates comedy, drama, […]

Wed. Oct. 17th 2012
History Book Group (at Barnes and Noble)
7:30 pm – Barnes & Noble, Shoppers World Framingham, Jack Langsdorf will lead the discussion of “The Demon under the Microscope”, a history of the dicovery of sulfa, and antibiotic. Free and open to the public. Visit the Framingham History Center’s events page and blog for more info on this month’s selection as well as […]

Wed. Oct. 17th 2012
Author/Book Talk: Hank Phillippi Ryan ”The Other Woman” (at Main Library)

Thu. Oct. 18th 2012
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer’s Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as “The Village Green”). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University […]

Thu. Oct. 18th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture: The Peace Treaties of 1919 Which Made a Second World War Inevitable. (Main Library).
7:00pm—Dr. John L. Heineman, Professor Emeritus, Boston College.// This lecture explores the motives of the victorious “peacemakers” and re-examines the political and economic realities of the treaties they produced in the first months of 1919. Refreshments. This series is a collaboration between Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 […]

Sat. Oct. 20th 2012
”Hotcakes to Keep Seniors Cool”
Saturday, October 20th from 8:30 a.m. – noon. Admission $5 (children under 5 year of age free). Sponsored by the Framingham Rotary Club. Tickets must be purchased online (use link below), or by calling 508-383-8770 before October 13th.

Sat. Oct. 20th 2012
Bake Sale!
A bake sale featuring a special cake silent auction to benefit Literacy Unlimited will be held at the Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Literacy Unlimited is a volunteer, non-profit organization that works to help eradicate adult literacy. For more information, please email lubakers@aol.com or call (508) 532-5574.

Sat. Oct. 20th 2012
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. Oct. 20th 2012
Friends of Framingham Library Monthly Book Sale

Sat. Oct. 20th 2012
Rotary Club Community Pancake Breakfast
Benefit to provide funds for air conditioners to cool seniors in public housing. Pancakes, juice, sausages, milk, & coffee at the Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue, Framingham. $5 (children under five years of age free). For information, call 508-383-8770

Tue. Oct. 23rd 2012
Photography Workshop (at Callahan Center)
October 23rd at 10 a.m. at Callahan Center. Workshop will focus on automatic shooting with minor adjustments, when to shoot vertical vs. horizontal, posing subjects, the power of flash photography (when to use it & when to turn it off), natural light and more. *** Call 508-532-5980 to sign up. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 […]

Tue. Oct. 23rd 2012
Show and Tell (and lend!) Your Shoppers World Memorabilia!
4-7 pmEdgell Memorial Library2 Oak Street, Framingham CentreDo you have memory ticklers from the old Shopper’s World in your drawers, closets, attic or basement? The Framingham History Center would like to borrow them for a special exhibition. We are looking for promotional items such as photos and autographs of famous visitors, promotional items (postcards, blotters, […]

Wed. Oct. 24th 2012
Senior Lunch (at Callahan Center)
October 24th, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at Callahan Center. American Chop Suey – cost is $4pp. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702 *** For more info or to make reservations, phone (508) 532-5980.

Wed. Oct. 24th 2012
Discussion:Positive Parenting
Mindful Strategies for You and Your ChildIn this workshop, Elizabeth Goranson, M.S.Ed., shares long-term research as well as more recent findings bringing to you techniques that demonstrate yoga’s ability to improve you and your child’s mind-body awareness. Elizabeth has more than a decade of experience as a special educator in a variety of elementary inclusion […]

Thu. Oct. 25th 2012
Framingham Farmers Market (on Centre Common)
Framingham Farmer’s Market on Framingham Centre Common, (also known as “The Village Green”). *** Fresh produce, fish, meat, bakery items and more! *** Market is open from 12:00 noon to 5:30pm *** Framingham Centre Common is located at the corner of Edgell Rd and Vernon St, (just off Rt. 9 near the Framingham State University […]

Thu. Oct. 25th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture: ”I had a farm in Africa at the foot of the Ngong Hills”
Dr. Lisa Eck, World Literature, Framingham State University. The book is part memoir, part ethnography, part travelogue, part colonial history. Copies available at both libraries. This series is a collaboration between Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Fri. Oct. 26th 2012
Zombie Prom

Sat. Oct. 27th 2012
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. Oct. 27th 2012
Potter Road Pumpkin Fair
Don’t miss Potter Road School’s annual Pumpkin Fair, Saturday October 27th, 2012 from 11:00am to 3:00pm! *** Fun for the whole family with a moon walk, inflatable obstacle course, exciting new games, prizes, arts & crafts, pumpkin painting, crazy hat station, Sandy Candy, Minute-To-Win-It, prize walk, lunch options, bake sale and more! *** Stay for […]

Sat. Oct. 27th 2012
Tales of Terror (at Edgell Memorial Library)
7:00 – 8:00 pm, Professional storyteller Libby Franck, Legends and Lore Author Jim Parr, and The Three Witches of Framingham render a spooky collection of tales recently exhumed from the musty tomes of the Framingham History Center’s literary collection.Do you dare to hear the fear? $5 suggested donation. Rsvp and direct inquiries to charlene@framinghamhistory.org Edgell […]

Sat. Oct. 27th 2012
Zombie Prom

Sat. Oct. 27th 2012
Indoor Yard Sale (at Barbieri Elementary)
Rain or shine, come shop from 9:00am until 2:00pm at Barbieri Elementary School, 100 Dudley Road, Framingham. Find great deals on clothing, household items, sports equipment, books, toys, games, jewelry and much more. Bag sale will be held from 1:00pm to 2:00pm — fill a bag and maximize your savings!

Sun. Oct. 28th 2012
Zombie Prom

Mon. Oct. 29th 2012
How the Medicare Program Protects You (at Callahan Center)
October 29th at 1:00 p.m. at Callahan Center. Masspro will present information on how the Medicare program protects you by better understanding your rights and what resources are available to Medicare beneficiaries under this program. *** Call 508-532-5980 to sign up. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702

Mon. Oct. 29th 2012
18th Annual Framingham Youth Hockey Golf Tournament
The 18th Annual Framingham Youth Hockey Golf Tournament will be held Monday, October 29th, 2012 at the Charter Oak Country Club in Hudson. *** Fee to enter the tournament is $185/person and includes: Golf, Lunch, Cart, Dinner after golf is completed, a Silent Auction, Live Auction and Raffle Drawings. *** Those not golfing are welcome […]

Tue. Oct. 30th 2012
Halloween Costume & Pizza Party (at Callahan Center)
October 30th at 11:30 a.m. at Callahan Center. Come along to our Spooktacular Halloween Party! Dress up in costume, enjoy music, pizza and more! Prize for best costume. Cost is $2. *** Call 508-532-5980 to sign up. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave, Framingham, MA 01702

Wed. Oct. 31st 2012
Docent Day at the Framingham History Center