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Tue. Dec. 1st 2009
Adult Book Club Meeting at Main Library at 7 p.m.
The group will discuss “The Elegance of the Hedgehog” by Muriel Barbery. The discussion leader will be Liz Fideler. The group meets in the Costin Room at 7 p.m. and everyone is welcome. Reserve a book at the Library website or pick up a copy at the Library.The new adult book group will focus on […]

Wed. Dec. 2nd 2009
Scholar-Led Book Discussion
“The Power of Ideas: High Achievers”7:00pm.Moderator Dr. Mary Murphy and guest speaker Dr. Margaret Carroll, Chair of the Biology Dept., Framingham State College, will explore A Clearing in the Distance: Frederick Law Olmsted and America in the 19th Century by Witold Rybczynski. Olmsted (1822-1903) is best known as the planner for New York City’s Central […]

Thu. Dec. 3rd 2009
Amazing Things Open Mic featuring Mike Loveridge
Feature: Mike Loveridge — incredible, punk inspired songs played up on a beat up accoustic that rocks the houseAmazing Things160 Hollis StreetFramimngham, MA 01702

Fri. Dec. 4th 2009
Kim Jennings with Rich Wilkins opening

Fri. Dec. 4th 2009
Annual Green Sale – Framingham Garden Club, Inc
Wreaths, Swags, Centerpieces, Boutique Items and much more at the Annual Green Sale of the Framingham Garden Club, Inc. The sale is at the Cushing Maintenance Building, Cushing Memorial Park, on Friday, Dec.4th, 9-4 and Sat. Dec. 5th, 9-1. Use Keefe Tech Entrance off Winter Street and follow Green Sale signs. Start your Holiday shopping […]

Fri. Dec. 4th 2009
18th Annual Framingham Holiday Tree Lighting
Tree lighting will take place at the Memorial Building, Downtown Framingham. Festive music starts at 6:15, Santa arrives at 6:45 p.m., 7 p.m. the Framingham Public Schools Fifth Grade Elementary School Band plays seasonal favorites while there are photos with Santa, candy canes, cookies, and hot chocolate. Free except for photos. Sponsored by Downtown Solutions,Town […]

Fri. Dec. 4th 2009
Friday Night Film Series
“Young and Innocent” (1937) 80min Unrated.7:00pm.This Alfred Hitchcock romantic murder-mystery is an engaging film about a young writer, Robert Tisdall, falsely accused of murder. Managing to elude the police, he goes on the run with the local Chief Constable’s daughter, who is determined to prove his innocence. Starring Derrick De Marney, Nova Pilbeam. Please enter […]

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
Framingham High School Holiday Marketplace

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
Lisa Thorson

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
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. Dec. 5th 2009
Annual Green Sale, Framingham Garden Club, Inc.
Wreaths, Swags, Centerpieces, Boutique Items and much more at the Annual Green Sale of the Framingham Garden Club, Inc. The sale is at the Cushing Maintenance Building, Cushing Memorial Park, on Friday, Dec.4th, 9-4 and Sat. Dec. 5th, 9-1. Use Keefe Tech Entrance off Winter Street and follow Green Sale signs. Start your Holiday shopping […]

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
FHS Holiday Marketplace
Framingham High Gymnasium, A Street, 10 a.m. – 4 pm. A terric place to browse for holiday gifts while supporting Framingham High School Athletic program. Refreshments and lots of booths to browse through.

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”
Multi-generational production of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”, featuring a cast of children, teens, and adults. Presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest and Framingham Community Theater.Sat. Dec. 5 at 7:30Sun. Dec. 6 at 2:00Framingham High School AuditoriumAdults: $12, Youth/Seniors $10 in Advance; $2 more at the door.

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
Grace Church Christmas Fair
Grace Church Christmas Fair is December 5 Holiday gifts and decorations, delicious food, and a raffle will be featured at Grace Church’s annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Fair includes baked goods, crafts, holiday decorations, gifts, collectibles, gift baskets, and a country pantry. There will be a […]

Sat. Dec. 5th 2009
Charity Breakfast and Food Drive at the Framingham Masonic Hall
The Monthly Charity Breakfast and Food Drive will be held on Saturday, the 5th of December, 2009 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. All are welcome. We are continuing our […]

Sun. Dec. 6th 2009
Holiday Wreath and Chanukah Candle Sale
Cub Scout Pack 78, Framingham, is hosting its annual wreath and candle sale, 10am to 1:30pm, at the corner of Edgell and Water Streets. Wreaths with 6-loop bow and hand dipped Chanukah candle packs are available for $12.00each. Support positive youth programs! Presales available, contact Laura Miller at 508 877 8799.

Sun. Dec. 6th 2009
Framingham DTC Holiday Party
The annual Framingham Democratic Town Committee Holiday Party. Takes place in the Maples building, Summerville At Farm Pond, 100 West Farm Pond Road, Framingham. From 3pm to 6pm. Evetn is open and free.

Sun. Dec. 6th 2009
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”
2:00 pm. Multi-generational production of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”, featuring a cast of children, teens, and adults. Presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest and Framingham Community Theater. At the Framingham High School Auditorium. Adults: $12, Youth/Seniors $10 in Advance; $2 more at the door.

Sun. Dec. 6th 2009
Sunday Concert at the Framingham Public Library at 3 p.m.
Pianist Constantine Finehouse and violinist Olga Kachanova will play an hour Concert featuring the music of Schuman, Ravel, Chopin and Schemmer.Composer Tony Schemmer will be in the audience.Sponsored in part by the Friends of the Framingham Library and Bose Corporation.In the Costin room. Free

Sun. Dec. 6th 2009
Constantine Finehouse in Concert!
3:00pm.Russian-born pianist Constantine Finehouse, noted for being a “brilliant musician in every way, with a wide stylistic palette and warmth of tone and interpretation” will perform with guest violinist Olga Kachanova. The performance will feature the works of Schumann, Ravel, Chopin and the music of Boston composer Tony Schemmer. Sponsored in part by Bose Corporation […]

Tue. Dec. 8th 2009
Networking through Community Service: Giving Back, Expanding your Skills and Gaining Experience.
7:00pm.Guest speaker: Karen J. Albert, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator, SOAR 55Learn how skills-based volunteering can connect you with others, forge a new career path, fill gaps in your resume and really make a difference! SOAR 55 (Service Opportunities After Reaching 55) is a program of the Newton Community Service Center and is part of a national […]

Tue. Dec. 8th 2009
Special Senate Primary Election
Vote today! Polls are open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. This is the primary for the US Senate seat of the late Ted Kennedy.

Thu. Dec. 10th 2009

Feature: Ricardo Barraza (myspace.com/ricardobarraza) Whether singing or instrumental, Ricardo’s songs will blow your mindAmazing Things160 Hollis StreetFramimngham, MA 01702

Fri. Dec. 11th 2009
The Berklee Bob Marley Ensemble directed by Matt Jenson
The Berklee College of Music Bob Marley ensemble delivers the music of the Iconic reggae singer/composer in a faithfully and accurately adhering to the spirit and feeling of the man and the era.Professor Matt Jenson has devoted much effort into the meaning of Marley’s music and has worked with Bob’s wife, Rita and a number […]

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Winter Art & Craft Fair!
The Winter Art & Craft Fair is a fundraiser to support Framingham Public Library! Shop between the hours of 10:00am-3:00pm! Handmade items! Raffle! Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.Visit our website for more details!

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Garnet Rogers
Barely out of high school, Garnet Rogers was on the road as a full- time working musician with his older brother Stan. Together they formed what has come to be accepted as one of the most influential acts in North American folk music. An optimist at heart, Garnet sings extraordinary songs about people who are […]

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Framingham Auxiliary Police Craft Fair / Flea Market
The Framingham Auxiliary Police are holding their twenty-second annual Craft Fair / Flea Market from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2009 in time for the holidays. The event will be held at the Keefe Vocational Technical High School, 750 Winter Street, Framingham, MA.During this fund raising event we anticipate over 100 […]

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Framingham Auxiliary Police Child Safety Program
The Framingham Auxiliary Police in cooperation with the Massachusetts Freemasons, are sponsoring a Masonic Child Identification Program on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m.The event will be held at the Keefe Vocational Technical High School, 750 Winter Street, Framingham, MA.Children must be accompanied by their parent or guardian, and there is […]

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Free family holiday movie – sponsored by F-SEPAC
Free, heart-warming holiday movie for the whole family…”The Child King”SUMMARY: Made right here in MA, “The Child King is the inspirational story of a determined young man with Down Syndrome who takes his little brother on a life-changing quest to find Santa Clause at the North Pole. The feature-length film follows in the steps of […]

Sat. Dec. 12th 2009
Craft Show & Bake Sale at Callahan Center

Sun. Dec. 13th 2009
Amazing Things Arts Center 1st Annual Holiday Arts & Drafts Bazaar
Featuring over two dozen local and regional artists selling their fine art and crafts. Just in time for the holidays! ARTISTS: To reserve a table and sell work, submit your entry by OCTOBER 31st, 2009. Check out the Gallery section to download a submission form. Email gallery@amazingthings.org for more information.

Sun. Dec. 13th 2009
MetroWest PFLAG
Monthly meeting at 7pm at First Parish Church, 24 Vernon Street, Framingham Center.

Sun. Dec. 13th 2009
Festive Holiday House Tour and Cookie Caravan
Come visit five beautifully decorated houses. Share some holiday cheer and treats, and take home 3 dozen home baked cookies for your own celebrations. The house tour starts at Plymouth Church at 1 pm, where you will receive your house map and cookie sack. Admission is $20 per person in advance (by Monday, December 7); […]

Tue. Dec. 15th 2009
3 Swingin’ Tenors Holiday Concert!
7:00pm. The 3 Swingin’ Tenors are back with a brand-new holiday show! Their performance will include traditional songs like “White Christmas” to “The Hanukkah Song” as well as tunes from pop icons like the Beach Boys and Mariah Carey. These “Merry Men of Mirth” are guaranteed to fill you with musical cheer, laughter and joy! […]

Wed. Dec. 16th 2009
Surviving the Holidays

Thu. Dec. 17th 2009
A Christmas Carol: An Illustrated Reading of Charles Dickens’ masterpiece!
7:00pm. Performed by: Dr. Helen Heineman, President Emerita, Framingham State College.Charles Dickens prepared a special reading version of “A Christmas Carol” that he used during reading tours in England and America, ending in Boston. Dr. Helen Heineman, in Victorian regalia, will perform this dramatic public reading, keeping alive a tradition started by Dickens himself! Dr. […]

Thu. Dec. 17th 2009
Amazing Things Open Mic Annual Holiday Party
Join the festivities by playing your favorite holiday tune of any sort, or not!Amazing Things160 Hollis StreetFramimngham, MA 01702

Fri. Dec. 18th 2009
Tyra Penn and Her Army Of Snakes present “The Snakes In Winter”

Fri. Dec. 18th 2009
Festival Of Trees and Lights
Knox Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America Festival of Trees and Lights 2009.Saturday, December 19, 2009 12 pm to 8 pm $2 Entrance FeeNobscot Scout Reservation1 Nobscot Road Sudbury, MACome see the Trees and Light Displays by Packs, Troops, and Local BusinessesCome see Santa and get your picture taken with himHot Cider, Hot Chocolate, This […]

Sat. Dec. 19th 2009
Club D’Elf
Club d’Elf convened for the first time in 1998, spearheaded and fronted by bassist/composer Mike Rivard, a busy session player who has recorded & performed with Morphine, Jon Brion, Aimee Mann, G. Love & John Scofield, amongst others. Originally formed around a core rhythm section with the addition of different special guests for each show, […]

Sat. Dec. 19th 2009
Festival Of Trees and Lights
Knox Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America Festival of Trees and Lights 2009.Saturday, December 19, 2009 12 pm to 8 pm $2 Entrance FeeNobscot Scout Reservation1 Nobscot Road Sudbury, MACome see the Trees and Light Displays by Packs, Troops, and Local BusinessesCome see Santa and get your picture taken with himHot Cider, Hot Chocolate, This […]

Sat. Dec. 19th 2009
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 […]

Thu. Dec. 31st 2009
Scamps Comedy presents: Joe Wong; Jon Lincoln; and Peter Bowers
A lot has happened to Joe Wong since he performed to a sold-out crowd at the Amazing Things Arts Center last New Year’s Eve. In fact, some of it might have happened because of that show. David Letterman’s talent scouts had been keeping an eye on the young comedian from China, and after headliner Brian […]