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Thu. Nov. 1st 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture: ”Hot Coffee” ( 2011) 88 mins.
7:00pm–Dr. Daniel Breen, Assistant Professor of History, Newbury College & Lecturer of Legal Studies, Brandeis University.The film, produced by Framingham’s Carly Hugo, discusses the Lieback v. McDonald’s lawsuit . Dr. Breen will discuss the impact of tort reform on the U.S. Judicial system. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Fri. Nov. 2nd 2012
Friday Night Film: My Best Girl (1927) 78 min (Main Library)
With silent movie pianist Richard Hughes! — 7:00pm — This year is the 120th birthday of silent film star Mary Pickford, and we are celebrating by screening her last film – a delightful romantic comedy. Enter on the Lexington Street side between 6:30-7:15pm. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington St., Downtown Framingham.

Sat. Nov. 3rd 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. Nov. 3rd 2012
Wayside 5K4Kids
The 3rd Annual WAYSIDE’S 5K4KIDS returns on Saturday, November 3! Join hundreds of runners, walkers and supporters for a 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) run/walk starting and ending at Cushing Memorial Park in Framingham. The run/walk begins at 10am and will be immediately followed by an awards ceremony and a celebration at race headquarters. All participants […]

Mon. Nov. 5th 2012
Workshop for Writers: Writing About Your Life

Mon. Nov. 5th 2012
Monday Morning Quarterback Club (at Callahan Center)
Monday, November 5th from 9-11 a.m. at Callahan Center. Football talk & re-hash of the Patriots and all the Sunday games. Video highlights, review of newspaper coverage. *** Coffee & refreshments. *** For more info, call Sam Swisher at 508532-5980, x4113 or email ccvolrec@gmail.com *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Wed. Nov. 7th 2012
Documentary Film: Return to Norumbega (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Guest Speaker: Mr. Joe Hunter, Director of Communications, Olin College & Film ProducerThis documentary film explores Auburndale’s Norumbega Park during its heyday. It was one of New England’s prime recreational sites, drawing thousands of visitors each weekend. The park opened in 1897 and closed for good on Labor Day in 1963. Refreshments. Framingham […]

Thu. Nov. 8th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture Series (at Main Library)
Dr. Robert Martello, Assoc. Professor of the History of Science & Technology, Olin CollegeThis presentation explores Benjamin Franklin’s participation in artisan traditions and highlights his masterful integration of the technological, literary, social networking, and managerial aspects of the printing trade, which contributed to his later successes.Refreshments. No registration necessary.A Collaboration between Framingham Public Library (FPL)and […]

Sat. Nov. 10th 2012
Fundraiser to Support Curtis Family Thanksgiving (at Eagles)
Saturday Nov 10th, 2012, at Eagles Hall, 44 Park Street Framingham. *** Please join us for a fundraiser to help feed elderly and people in need. *** Tickets $25. Plus a raffle tickets for $10. *** Dance/Appetizers featuring The Off The Hook Band *** Raffle with all donated gifts. *** 100% of proceeds go to […]

Sun. Nov. 11th 2012
Vetrans Day Morning Breakfast (at Temple Beth Am)

Tue. Nov. 13th 2012
Main Library Book Club: The Cat’s Table by Michael Ondaatje
7:00pm — Carol Blackwell will lead the discussion.Ondaatje’s highly acclaimed novel chronicles a youth’s passage from Sri Lanka to London aboard the ship, Oronsay. A boy explores the hidden mysteries of the ship. Seated at the cat’s table where the ship’s unconnected dine, his table companions become his friends and teachers and lead him closer […]

Wed. Nov. 14th 2012
Swingin’ and Singin’: Classic American Musical Films (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Dr. Claudia Springer, English and Film Studies, Framingham State University, will introduce each film and lead a discussion following the screening. — Swing Time (1936) 103 min: This film showcases the dancing wizardry of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in a delightful story about hoofers and gamblers trying to make it big in […]

Wed. Nov. 14th 2012
Veterans’ Celebratory Luncheon (at Callahan Center)
Wednesday, November 14th – 11:30 a.m. Veterans, please come and enjoy a turkey lunch and guest speaker. *** Please call to sign up at 508-532-5980. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Wed. Nov. 14th 2012
MA Audiology: Hearing Screenings (at Callahan Center)
Wednesday, November 14th – 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon. Please sign up for a 10-minute appt. at 508-532-5980. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702

Thu. Nov. 15th 2012
Saint Bridget School Admissions Open House

Thu. Nov. 15th 2012
Lifelong Learning Lecture Series: Art Secrets of New York City
7:00pm — Dr. Erika Schneider, Ass’t. Professor of Art History, Framingham State University — Join Dr. Schneider in a visit to art collections and permanent installations in NYC beyond the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Focusing on the 19th and 20th Century, Dr. Schneider will discuss her favorite works and museums away from the crowds.Refreshments. No […]

Thu. Nov. 15th 2012
Planning to Stay Home When You’re Slowing Down (at Callahan Center)
Discussion: “Planning to Stay Home When You’re Slowing Down” with Arthur P. Bergeron, Attorney, J.D. Counsel, Thursday, November 15th, 2012 at 11:00a.m. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Fri. Nov. 16th 2012
Special Topics in Health: Heart Health and preventive cardiology
Adventures in Lifelong Learning, a collaboration of Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University, announces a free lecture series on health-related topics. *** First lecture, Friday, November 16, 3:00pm — Callahan Senior Center. *** Guest Speaker: Dr. Michael Chuang, Research Fellow at Framingham Heart Study. Dr. Chuang, a graduate of University of Michigan Medical School […]

Fri. Nov. 16th 2012
Heart Health & Preventive Cardiology (at Callahan Center)
Friday, November 16th from 3-5 p.m. with Dr. Michael Chuang of the Framingham Heart Study. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Sat. Nov. 17th 2012
Cookie Walk Bake Sale
Come take a cookie walk! A special Cookie Walk Bake Sale to benefit Literacy Unlimited will be held at the Framingham Public Library, 49 Lexington St., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All little “cookie monsters” are invited to come and decorate their own cookie! Literacy Unlimited is a volunteer, non-profit organization that works to help […]

Sat. Nov. 17th 2012
Holiday Boutique (at First Parish Church)
Join us at the Holiday Boutique on Saturday, November 17th and Sunday, November 18th, 2012 from 9:00am-2:00pm at the First Parish Church in Framingham. Find holiday goodies and gifts. Sample an assortment of homemade candies, cookies and breads. Shop for that special someone at our gift tables featuring hand-knitted items and an assortment of collectibles […]

Sat. Nov. 17th 2012
Friends of Framingham Library Monthly Book Sale (at Main Library)
All are welcome to the Friends of the Framingham Library monthly book sale on Saturday, November 17 from 10am-3pm at the main library: 49 Lexington Street, Framingham. We have gift ideas and cookbooks galore just in time for the holiday season! Explore our large selection of books, videos, books on CD, and other literary materials, […]

Sat. Nov. 17th 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 […]

Sun. Nov. 18th 2012
Holiday Boutique (at First Parish Church)
Join us at the Holiday Boutique on Saturday, November 17th and Sunday, November 18th, 2012 from 9:00am-2:00pm at the First Parish Church in Framingham. Find holiday goodies and gifts. Sample an assortment of homemade candies, cookies and breads. Shop for that special someone at our gift tables featuring hand-knitted items and an assortment of collectibles […]

Mon. Nov. 19th 2012
Monday Morning Quarterback Club (at Callahan Center)
Monday, November 19th from 9-11 a.m. at Callahan Center. Football talk & re-hash of the Patriots and all the Sunday games. Video highlights, review of newspaper coverage. *** Coffee & refreshments. *** For more info, call Sam Swisher at 508532-5980, x4113 or email ccvolrec@gmail.com. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Mon. Nov. 19th 2012
Framingham Rotary Club Internet Auction
INTERNET AUCTION of the Framingham Rotary Club, running from 8:00 m November 19th through 10:00pm December 5th. *** Holiday gifting! Bid at www.rotaryauction.com on hundreds of items including sporting event tix, electronics, jewelry, restaurant and store gift certificates, furniture & accessories, professional and family photographic portraits, and much more. *** Watch the Auction promotion TV […]

Tue. Nov. 20th 2012
Veterans’ Benefit Briefing (at Callahan Center)
Tuesday, November 20th – 10 a.m. at Callahan Center. This presentation is exactly the same as the one on November 13th for those who were unable to make it that day. *** Please call to sign up at 508-532-5980. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Tue. Nov. 20th 2012
Flower Arranging with the Framingham Garden Club (at Callahan Center)
Tuesday, November 20th – 10 a.m. at Callahan Center. Come and make a fall arrangement with the Garden Club. $5 to cover the cost of materials. Please bring scissors. *** Call to sign up at 508-532-5980. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Thu. Nov. 22nd 2012
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 […]

Sat. Nov. 24th 2012
Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC)
No clinic session this week.

Mon. Nov. 26th 2012
Monday Morning Quarterback Club (at Callahan Center)
Monday, November 26th from 9-11 a.m. at Callahan Center. Football talk & re-hash of the Patriots and all the Sunday games. Video highlights, review of newspaper coverage. *** Coffee & refreshments. *** For more info, call Sam Swisher at 508-532-5980, x4113 or email ccvolrec@gmail.com. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Wed. Nov. 28th 2012
Friends’ Luncheon (at Callahan Center)
Friends’ Luncheon for Seniors, Wednesday, November 28th, 2012 at 11:30a.m. at Callahan Center. *** Menu: Sweet & Sour Chicken. *** Please call 508-532-5980 to reserve a seat by Monday, 11/26. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Wed. Nov. 28th 2012
Film: Singin’ in the Rain (1952) 103 min (Main Library)

Thu. Nov. 29th 2012
Callahan Book Discussion Group (at Callahan Center)
Thursday, November 29th from 1-2 p.m. at Callahan Center. The Book discussion Group will discuss “The Kitchen Boy” by Robert Alexander. For more info, call Eleanor Brody at 508-872-6162 or email at clutterclear@aol.com. *** Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Ave., Framingham, MA 01702 ***

Thu. Nov. 29th 2012
Children’s Chorus Concert
Please join us for PAC’s Children’s Chorus (Grades 2-6) Premier Concert with Children’s Chorus Teacher, Mary Louise Schecter, on Thursday, November 29th at 5:45pm. The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC) is located at 140 Pearl Street, Framingham, MA 01702 (next to the Danforth Museum. Family, friends and PAC community are invited. We hope to […]

Fri. Nov. 30th 2012
Framingham Garden Club – Annual Winter Greens Sale
Framingham Garden Club *** ANNUAL WINTER GREENS SALE *** Table top designs, Wreaths, Swags, Outdoor baskets and more! *** Friday, November 30th, 9:00am-4:00pm and Saturday, December. 1st, 2012 from 9:00am to 1:00pm *** Cushing Park, Maintenance Building, (use Keefe Tech / Winter Street entrance and follow signs). *** For more info, visit the Framingham Garden […]

Fri. Nov. 30th 2012
Fountain Street Winter Open Studios
Fountain Street Winter Open Studios *** Friday, November 30th, 2012 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm (and Saturday December 1st, 2012 from 11:00am to 5:00pm) *** Visit more than 15 Framingham artists along with 25 other visual artists, plus art educators, musicians, and publishers are participating in A Celebration of Art and Learning at Fountain Street Winter […]