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Tue. Nov. 2nd 2010
Main Library Book Club: “Women of the Silk.” By Gail Tsukiyama.

Wed. Nov. 3rd 2010
Effective Communication and the IEP
This workshop offers communication skill building and conflict resolution for parents in their roles as IEP Team members. TIME: 7-9pmPLACE: Marlborough District Education Center 17 Washington StreetMarlborough, MAsponsored by the Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council

Wed. Nov. 3rd 2010
Acclaimed Poet Barbara Ras at Framingham Public Library!
7:00pm–Join us for a reading by Barbara Ras, the author of the poetry collections Bite Every Sorrow (LSU Press, 1998), winner of the 1997 Walt Whitman Award and also awarded the Kate Tufts Discovery Award, and One Hidden Stuff (Penguin 2006). Her poems have appeared in the New Yorker, TriQuarterly, American Scholar, Massachusetts Review, Orion, […]

Thu. Nov. 4th 2010
Film Series: Conniving Dames and the Men Who Love Them

Fri. Nov. 5th 2010
Scamps Comedy presents: Tony V. also featuring Mike Cote and Chris D.
Every year there are more projects and accolades for comedian Tony V. He joined Denis Leary and the cast of the FX series Rescue Me on a tour of theaters across the county. He also returned to host the WEEI Whiney Awards, and agreed again to headline at the Wang Center as part of Boston’s […]

Fri. Nov. 5th 2010
Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None”
Framingham Community Theater presents Agatha Christies’ “And Then There Were None” at The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest…..the suspenseful play based on the book many consider Dame Agatha’s best mystery……Ten strangers are brought together for a weekend visit on a private island. The hosts are absent, but a mysterious voice is making serious accusations. There’s […]

Fri. Nov. 5th 2010
St. Patrick’s Manor – Annual Fair
Be sure to stop by the St. Patrick’s Manor Annual Fair, Nov. 5, 2010 from 10am to 4pm. You’ll find all types of crafts, White Elephant items, a gift table, jewelry and quilt and basket raffles and more! Cafe opens at 11:30am. All are Welcome! St. Patrick’s Manor is located at 863 Central Street, Framingham, […]

Fri. Nov. 5th 2010
Friday Night Film: Mid-August Lunch (Pranzo di ferragosto) (2008) 75 min. Unrated.
7:00pm–In this warm-hearted and thoughtful film, middle-aged Gianni lives in Rome with his tyrannical mother, a woman of faded nobility who leaves him just enough time to go to the tavern. When everyone leaves town for a celebration, Gianni receives an unexpected opportunity. In Italian with English subtitles. Starring Gianni Di Gregorio, Valeria De Franciscis. […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
New Deal Legacies: Post Office Art in Massachusetts
Dr. Jon Huibregtse, Chair, History Dept., Framingham State College. 10:00am-11:30am Room. 415.One overlooked New Deal program was the Treasury Dept.’s efforts to create murals and other art for display in Post Offices and federal buildings. It served many purposes, including the employment of artists, during the Great Depression.Refreshments. This lifelong learning series is a collaboration […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
The Zing Fling! Annual Live Auction and Member Mixer, featuring music by The Boston Soul Revue
Amazing Things Arts Center will be conducting its annual election of new Board members followed by its ANNUAL MEMBER MIXER, THE ZING FLING 7PM-10:00PM. All are welcome to participate.Festivities include dancing, buffet and cash bar as well as the opportunity to win a raffle on select donated items to benefit The Center. This year we’ll […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
Toe Jam Puppet Band
The Toe Jam Puppet Band offers a special brand of hands-on children’s entertainment that grown-ups can actually enjoy. The performance is very active, encouraging kids and parents to sing and dance along with the band as they entertain with a unique combination of original songs, masterful shadow puppetry, storytelling and just plain old good fun.The […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for Iraq/Afghanistan veterans and their families or those from any past conflicts. 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 […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
Summit Montessori Family Fun Day
1 to 3 pm at Summit Montessori, 283 Pleasant Street, Framingham.

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None”
Framingham Community Theater presents Agatha Christies’ “And Then There Were None” at The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest…..the suspenseful play based on the book many consider Dame Agatha’s best mystery……Ten strangers are brought together for a weekend visit on a private island. The hosts are absent, but a mysterious voice is making serious accusations. There’s […]

Sat. Nov. 6th 2010
A Matter of Taste – Annual Wine Tasting Benefit
A Matter of Taste, our wonderful annual wine tasting benefit, is scheduled for Saturday evening, November 6th, 2010 from 7pm to 10 pm. Join us for an elegant evening of delicious food, wine and some of the very best contemporary art in the region. For many, this event is a perfect introduction to the Danforth […]

Sun. Nov. 7th 2010
Divi Zheni
Divi Zheni performs folk music from Bulgaria’s many different regions, ranging from village style to choral arrangements. The concert will feature unusual songs of love and longing and of war and peace. Some of the numbers are silly and others are stately, but all are pleasing to the ear.The chorus is made up of Boston-area […]

Sun. Nov. 7th 2010
Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None”
Framingham Community Theater presents Agatha Christies’ “And Then There Were None” at The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest…..the suspenseful play based on the book many consider Dame Agatha’s best mystery……Ten strangers are brought together for a weekend visit on a private island. The hosts are absent, but a mysterious voice is making serious accusations. There’s […]

Sun. Nov. 7th 2010
Breakfast Speaker Series
Peter Sellers the Director of Public Works for the Town of Framingham will be the guest speaker at the first of the 2010-2011 breakfast speaker series sponsored by the Brotherhood at Temple Beth Sholom in Framingham, 50 Pamela Road, Framingham. The event takes place Sunday, November 7, 2010 from 9:30am to 11:30am. Tickets cost $8 […]

Sun. Nov. 7th 2010
Sunday Concert Series: Scripp-Perrone Duo
3:00pm-Cellist Ashima Scripp and pianist Eleanor Perrone will perform classical and modern masterpieces, including works by Brahms and Pierre Jalbert. Refreshments provided by Trader Joe’s! Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Mon. Nov. 8th 2010
Ways Your Family Can Support Your Community
Getting kids involved in volunteer work and philanthropy gives them a new perspective on the world, an appreciation for their blessings, and may spark their own ideas for further community action. Come to this workshop to learn about family-friendly volunteer and donation opportunities in the MetroWest area, and to share your own family’s experiences with […]

Wed. Nov. 10th 2010
Lifelong Learning Series: “Murder at Noon- Day:” The 1806 Trial of Thomas O. Selfridge
Guest Speaker: Dr. Daniel Breen, Assistant Professor of History, Newbury College.Wednesday, November 10, 7:00-8:30pm. In 1806 Boston, the notorious Federalist lawyer, Thomas O. Selfridge killed Charles Austin, son of the leader of Boston’s Republican Party. Selfridge had to answer for his crime both in a court of law and before the bar of a bitterly […]

Wed. Nov. 10th 2010
BONEOKE w/ host Scotty D at The Chicken Bone
It’s not Karaoke it’s Boneoke! Wednesday, November 10, 2010 from 8:30pm to 12:30am. Get up on stage and “WING IT” with Scotty D! See how it feels to be a Rock Star, performing on a real stage with quality sound and lighting. You’ll be backed up by a talented musician who can perform more than […]

Thu. Nov. 11th 2010
Sensory Integration for Children: Ideas for the Home and School
Phyllis Samara of the Barrett Family Wellness Center, www.barrettfamilywellness.com, will give a brief overview of SI and discuss ideas for helping your child both at home and at school. Cameron Middle School Auditorium, 215 Elm Street in Framingham. 7-9pm

Thu. Nov. 11th 2010
Southern Revelation at Chicken Bone
Live southern rock featuring Marlboro, MA based ”Southern Revelation” from 9pm to 12:30am, Thursday, November 11, 2010, The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly St., (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA, phone the bone at (508) 879-1138 for more info.

Fri. Nov. 12th 2010
Billy Novick’s Blue Syncopators perform the score to
Who needs the dancers? Billy Novick’s Blue Syncopators brought down the house for 7 sold out shows at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC this past February. – .”.Bringing in Boston-based jazz expert Billy Novick and his band…was a brilliant move. The result is that for its musical splendors alone “Gatsby” is a remarkable event, […]

Fri. Nov. 12th 2010
Disney’s musical “The Jungle Book”
Presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest, Disney’s “the Jungle Book”, performed by students in grades 3-8. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12 & 13 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2:00 pm.Tickets in Advance: $14 Adults, $12 Youth/Seniors. $2 more at the door.Tickets available online at www.PACMetroWest.org, or by phone at 508-875-5554.All […]

Fri. Nov. 12th 2010
Krush at Chicken Bone
Krush, a high energy 5 piece rock & roll band from the Boston / South Shore, live at The Chicken Bone from 9:30pm to 1:30am, Friday, November 12, 2010. The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly St., (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA, phone the bone at (508) 879-1138 for more info.

Fri. Nov. 12th 2010
ARCTIC PLAYGROUND at British Beer Co.
Friday, November 12, 2010 ARCTIC PLAYGROUND at The British Beer Company, 120 Worcester Road (Rte 9), Framingham, MA 01701, phone: (508) 879-1776 for more info.

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Suessical The Musical
Framingham High School Drama Company presents Suessical on November 13 at 7:30 PM and November 14 at 2PM at Framingham High School. Tickets are $10 and available on line @ www.ticketstage.com. Call 508 620 4963 ex 1605 for more information

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Oen Kennedy with Carrie Rowan opening
Tonight, Oen Kennedy is releasing his fifth CD, and is entering into fresh artistic territory. Oen’s song “Annapurna” won the Boston Folk Festival Songwriting contest in 2008 and now Oen has launched into a new creative phase in 2010. Besides more exciting forays into the natural world, this new batch of songs is also a […]

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Ben Rudnick and Friends
Ben Rudnick and Friends play upbeat, bluegrassy music for kids of all ages, including parents and grandparents. Drawing on the original and traditional material from their current and forthcoming “Emily Songs” children’s recordings, as well as performing songs learned from their parents and grandparents as kids, an environment is created where everyone smiles! Kids to […]

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Disney’s musical “The Jungle Book”
Presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest, Disney’s “the Jungle Book”, performed by students in grades 3-8. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12 & 13 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2:00 pm.Tickets in Advance: $14 Adults, $12 Youth/Seniors. $2 more at the door.Tickets available online at www.PACMetroWest.org, or by phone at 508-875-5554.All […]

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for Iraq/Afghanistan veterans and their families or those from any past conflicts. 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 […]

Sat. Nov. 13th 2010
Red Square at The Chicken Bone
Red Square, live rock, classic rock and alternative music, “cover tunes spanning the radio dial” — something for everyone! Saturday, November 13, 2010, 9:00pm to 12:30am, (No Cover Charge!!!) The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly St., (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA, phone the bone at (508) 879-1138 for more info.

Sun. Nov. 14th 2010
Seussical The Musical
Framingham High School Drama Company presents Suessical on November 13 at 7:30 PM and November 14 at 2PM at Framingham High School. Tickets are $10 and available on line @ www.ticketstage.com. Call 508 620 4963 ex 1605 for more information

Sun. Nov. 14th 2010
MetroWest PFLAG

Sun. Nov. 14th 2010
Disney’s musical “The Jungle Book”
Presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest, Disney’s “the Jungle Book”, performed by students in grades 3-8. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12 & 13 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2:00 pm.Tickets in Advance: $14 Adults, $12 Youth/Seniors. $2 more at the door.Tickets available online at www.PACMetroWest.org, or by phone at 508-875-5554.All […]

Sun. Nov. 14th 2010
March to the Vote!
In honor of the 90th anniversary of Women’s Suffrage – August 26, 1920 – the Framingham History Center will be featuring storyteller Libby Franck as Miss Josephine Collins – Framingham’s own suffragette who was jailed for picketing President Woodrow Wilson. (We believe she is second from the left on the front image.)Libby will re-enact this […]

Wed. Nov. 17th 2010
Literature Sessions on: “To the Lighthouse” by Virginia Woolf
Wednesdays, November 17 and December 1, 10:00am-12:00noon, Guest Speaker: Dr. Helen Heineman, President Emerita, Framingham State University.A two session presentation of To the Lighthouse (1927) by Virginia Woolf, a book chosen both by Modern Library and Time Magazine as one of the 100 best English language novels from 1923 to the present. Written in stream-of-consciousness […]

Wed. Nov. 17th 2010
Annual Adult-Team Spelling Bee
The Framingham Education Foundation’s Annual Adult-Team Spelling Bee will be held Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010 from 7:00-9:00p.m. at Cameron Middle School. Please consider sponsoring at team,($350). This is the major fundraiser for our grants program, providing funding for pilot educational programs in the classrooms of the Framingham Public Schools. Admission to the Bee is FREE. […]

Thu. Nov. 18th 2010
Saint Bridget School Admissions Open House

Thu. Nov. 18th 2010
Film Series: Conniving Dames and the Men Who Love Them
7pm – Discussion Leader: Dr. Claudia Springer, Assistant Professor of English & Film Studies, Framingham State University. Scheming dames are among the most popular and thrilling of screen archetypes. This mini-series looks at two comedies with smart, funny women facing tough times who go after wealthy men with a vengeance. Their courtships unleash their wit, […]

Fri. Nov. 19th 2010
The And Company & Dietrich Strause
The And Company is the backup band for each audience member’s psyche. With their intriguing arrangements – invoking something between Children’s Theatre and Burlesque – accompanied by mature and heartfelt lyrics sung in smooth harmony, The And Company asks you to join them in celebrating the simple things, for it’s the simple things that carry […]

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
Lifelong Learning Series: The Christa McAuliffe Center Tour & FSC Planetarium Program
The Christa McAuliffe Center Tour & FSC Planetarium ProgramMary Liscombe, Director of the Center & Ed Jameson, Planetarium Coordinator Saturday, November 10, 10:00am-11:30am. Christa McAuliffe Center.Visitors will tour the Challenger Learning Center in the McAuliffe Center and learn about programs offered here. In addition, they will view an astronomy program in the planetarium. Location: Framingham […]

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
The Love Dogs
Take one red-hot horn section – we’re talkin’ alto, tenor, baritone saxes and trombone – down and dirty. Add liberal amounts of barrelhouse boogie-woogie piano and stinging Fender guitar. Pour over a funky and swinging rhythm section that Blues Review magazine called “the best in the business”, and top it all off with a crazy […]

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
The Elves and the Shoemaker & The Gingerbread Man
Two elves help the old shoemaker get back in business as they romp, dance, and perform silly elf magic in order to help him out! The show ends with chase scenes and a fresh cookie who meets up with a dieting fox! Lots of humor and audience participation as they help with the elf magic! […]

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
Romper Rhythm Puppet Making Workshop with Diane Kordas
A fun show-and-tell puppet demo begins the workshop. Then, make fun and simple gingerbread man stick puppets to take home. Great for kids 3 and up with adult assistance.

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
A local group of volunteer acupuncturists is offering free community acupuncture for Iraq/Afghanistan veterans and their families or those from any past conflicts. 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 […]

Sat. Nov. 20th 2010
Community Drum Circle
Plymouth Church, across from Framingham Common 7:00-9:00pm, Saturday Nov 20th, 2010. A fun evening! Try something new! Perfect antidote for shopping madness and stress. Meet new friends and CELEBRATE! Fine for everyone from beginner to expert. We’ll help you get started if you’ve never tried drumming. Drums available to share. Comments from beginners: “This was […]

Sun. Nov. 21st 2010
Three Hundred Years of Melody: Stephen James, Piano & Peter Zay, Cello
Each of the four pieces on this program – by Bach, Schubert, Prokofiev and award winning local composer Stephen James – was written roughly 100 years apart, beginning with the Bach Gamba Sonata in G. They belong to different countries: Germany, Russia and the U. S., and to different historical periods, yet each of these […]

Sun. Nov. 21st 2010
Mexican Folk Art Workshop
Create your own beautifully painted Oxacan folk art scupture to take home! Starting with a carved, unpainted wooden animal sculpture supplied by the instructors, Silvia and Efrain Fuentes will demonstrate and coach you step by step as you create the imaginative designs, intricate patterns and vivid colors of the Oaxacan folk tradition. These sculptures, sometimes […]

Mon. Nov. 22nd 2010
Power Class
Jacki Sorensen’s Fitness Class. 20th Annual Power Class. 5:45 PM. Proceeds to benefit local charity. Door prizes, fun and fitness. Call Marty 508-229-0637

Thu. Nov. 25th 2010
Thanksgiving Day Service
Start your Thanksgiving Day with this one-hour worship service at 10:00 a.m. at First Church of Christ, Scientist, 887 Concord Street, Framingham. Includes hymn singing, readings from the Bible and Science and Health by Mary Baker Eddy, and sharing of gratitude and healings. Bring your family, childcare available for infants and toddlers. Feel free to […]

Thu. Nov. 25th 2010
Thanksgiving Day Workout
Before you get your feast on this Thanksgiving, get your sweat on!Join the Ultimate Bootcamp Trainers for a fun-filled, calorie-blasting outdoor workout from 8:00-9:30am at Framingham State’s Maple Street Fields. All proceeds from the Thanksgiving Day Workout will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Framingham!Conquer an adventurous outdoor workout this Thanksgiving while giving back to […]

Fri. Nov. 26th 2010
Aubrey Johnson and Claire Dickson
All ages will enjoy this fabulous double-bill of two of the best young jazz singers around: Aubrey Johnson, winner of multiple Downbeat Jazz magazine awards for jazz vocals at the collegiate level, and Claire Dickson (age 13), Downbeat winner at the Junior High level. The night will include songs from the American Songbook, Bebop classics […]

Fri. Nov. 26th 2010
Framingham South High Class of 1980 – 30th Reunion
The Framingham South High Class of 1980 is holding their 30th reunion on Friday, November 26th, beginning at 7:00pm at the Doubletree Hotel located at 11 Beaver Street in Milford, MA. Tickets are $35.00 per person. Please make checks payble to Framingham South Class of 1980 and mail to Kathy Brown, 1085 Worcester Road, Framingham, […]

Fri. Nov. 26th 2010
Tigerlily at Chicken Bone (Ticketed Show)
Classic and Modern Rock Covers sung by one of the best cover bands we’ve ever heard. 9:30pm-1:30am, Tickets available now $6 in advance, $7 at the door. By the way the Lead singer is sexy as hell. Ahh Ticia! The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly Street, (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA 01702, The Bone Phone: 508-879-1138, Email: […]

Sat. Nov. 27th 2010
New England Americana Festival presents: Swinging Steaks with John Colvert
A five-man band out of Boston, MA, Swinging Steaks are among the originators of the current roots rock/ alt.country movement. Fueled by dual singer/songwriters Jamie Walker and Tim Giovanniello, the group’s material explores a rich diversity of musical Americana from full tilt rockers to mandolin-driven melodies and soulful ballads.John Colvert’s song lyrics are sparse but […]

Sat. Nov. 27th 2010
Green Apple Kids Band
WOW, a super group that plays cool songs for kids about nature! The Green Apple Kids Band writes songs that inspire celebration and caring for our Earth. Steve, Jackie and Rob perform their eco-flavored tunes about nature, animals and recycling in a fun, engaging and highly interactive presentation. Set in the imaginary world of the […]

Sat. Nov. 27th 2010
Framingham North Class of ’85 Reunion
The Framingham North High School class of 1985 is holding their 25th Reunion on November 27th at the Crowne Plaza on Rt 9 in Natick. The reunion starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available now on the class website. Classmates and friends of the class are welcome.

Sat. Nov. 27th 2010
Fat City Band at Chicken Bone (Ticketed Show)
Fat City Band, Saturday, November 27, 9pm – 12:30am, DEDICATED TO THE PROPOSITION THAT “MUSIC SHOULD BE FUN”, Tickets: $8.00 The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly Street, (Rt. 135), Framingham, MA 01702, The Bone Phone: 508-879-1138, Email: info@thechickenbone.com