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Fri. Apr. 1st 2016
Session Americana
No two Session Americana shows are alike. They’re rowdy, freewheeling modern hootenannies that surprise the audience as much as they surprise the Somerville, Massachusetts sextet. The audience feels drawn into the circle, engaged by the joyous camaraderie, playful musicality, and charmingly original music of this all-star cast of characters. ***At Amazing Things***

Fri. Apr. 1st 2016
Brown Bag Learning Series: Container Gardening
Friday, April 1, 12:00-1:00pm***Location: New McAuliffe Branch Library, Community RoomPresented by Jenna Porter***A Framingham Public Library Event. Join Jenna Porter of River’s Edge and learn how to plan, prepare, plant and maintain beautiful containers of flowers, herbs and vegetables. Learn about soil, watering, fertilizing and of course plant selection. Jenna also lets you know her […]

Sat. Apr. 2nd 2016
Garnet Rogers
“incredible range and thoughtful, dramatic phrasing, Garnet is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be oneof the finest singers anywhere. His music, like the man himself, is literate, passionate, highly sensitive, anddeeply purposeful.” ***At Amazing Things***

Sat. Apr. 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. Apr. 3rd 2016
Soaring With Christa (at Amazing Things)
Spellbinding biopic of America’s Favorite Teacher-Christa McAuliffe portrayed by Judith Kalaora. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sun. Apr. 3rd 2016
Artist visit with Lita Judge (free for children and their accompanying adult)*

Sun. Apr. 3rd 2016
Sunday Concert Series: Arneis Quartet
Sunday, April 3, 3:00pm***Location: Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue***A Framingham Public Library Event. The prize-winning Arneis Quartet perform the works of Haydn and Mendelssohn.***The series is sponsored in part by the Friends of the Framingham Library, The Saul B. and Naomi R. Cohen Foundation, Hammond Residential, the Metro Credit Union and Whole Foods Market.***Doors open […]

Tue. Apr. 5th 2016
”Music in Bloom” presented by Framingham Garden Club
Tuesday, April 5th, 2016 @ 6:30pm — “Music in Bloom” Designer Priscilla Styer and Pianist Linda Paulet — Floral design presentation to music. Theme baskets and designs drawing. Serving coffee, tea, sweets and savories. Proceeds benefit charitable, educational, community and horticultural programs. *** Tickets: $20 *** FGC is a non profit 501C-3 *** Location: Boston […]

Tue. Apr. 5th 2016
Main Library Book Discussion: Dead Wake by Erik Larson
Tuesday, April 5th, 7:00pm***Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room***The Framingham Public Library Monthly Book Discussion.

Tue. Apr. 5th 2016
Main Library Book Discussion: Dead Wake by Erik Larson
Tuesday, April 5th, 7:00pm***Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room***The Framingham Public Library Monthly Book Discussion.

Wed. Apr. 6th 2016
Chocolate: The Secret Indulgence
Wednesday April 6, 7:00pm***Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room***Guest speaker: Dr. Mike Cross, Associate Professor of Chemistry, Northern Essex Community College***A Framingham Public Library Event. Learn which chemicals elicit biochemical reactions in the human brain, making chocolate the perfect indulgence. You will also learn how to taste chocolate for quality and how to eat it, […]

Thu. Apr. 7th 2016
In the Footsteps of Vincent Van Gogh
Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street*** GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Erika Schneider, Associate Professor***Although he was born in the Netherlands, Van Gogh traveled throughout France during his short painting career and immortalized these sites in his paintings. Join Professor Schneider on a pilgrimage to Arles, St. Remy, and Auvers-sur-Oise to visit these […]

Fri. Apr. 8th 2016
Kevin Connolly and Sarah Levecque
Kevin Connolly has carved out his own way of writing American songs and earned a reputation as a passionate performer. He Maintains a strong presence and tie to his New England roots.Sarah Levecque is a singer songwriter guitarist who moves easily between the sturdy roots of American music. Influenced in equal parts by early blues, […]

Fri. Apr. 8th 2016
Friday Night Film: Brooklyn (2015) 111 min PG-13
Friday April 8, 7:00pm***Callahan Center, 535 Union Avenue***A Framingham Public Library Event. In the 1950s, an Irish immigrant lands and quickly falls in love with a local, but has to make a choice when her past catches up with her. Starring Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen and Donhnall Gleeson. Doors are open from 6:30-7:15pm.

Sat. Apr. 9th 2016
Deadbeat: The Sound Of The Grateful Dead
DeadBeat, founded in 2005 from a love of the Dead, is a jam band that brings alive the sound and style of the Grateful Dead, The Jerry Garcia Band & all of the music that Dead Heads love to hear! ***At Amazing Things***

Sat. Apr. 9th 2016
Framingham Family Fair: Celebration of Young Children
Come join us for FREE activities and special performance designed for young children to enjoy. Children’s musical artist, Philip Alexander will have you singing and dancing to music from around the world. Dancing Arts Center will expose children to ballet by reenacting a classic children’s storybook. Our community of early educators will provide hands on […]

Sat. Apr. 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 […]

Sat. Apr. 9th 2016
Free Smoke Alarm Installations -Red Cross & Framingham Fire Dept
The American Red Cross in partnership with the Framingham Fire Department and the Framingham Council on Aging will be installing free photoelectric smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in Framingham on Saturday, April 9th, 2016 starting at 9 am. The campaign’s goal is to install smoke alarms in homes that need them and teach people […]

Sat. Apr. 9th 2016
The Lancers are Coming!
Saturday April 9, 10:00am***Main Library Parking Lot, 49 Lexington Street***A Framingham Public Library event. A public meet and greet with The National Lancers, a ceremonial cavalry troop in the Organized Militia based in Framingham. This is a FAIR WEATHER event only, and will be cancelled if it is raining.

Sun. Apr. 10th 2016
Just Peace Players Perform: Women of the Greatest Generation: Stories of Faith, Hope, Love and Courage

Sun. Apr. 10th 2016
A Dennison Walking Tour

Sun. Apr. 10th 2016
A Conversation with Our Neighbors, Led by Shaheen Akhtar of The Islamic Center of Boston, Wayland
Sunday April 10th, 2:00-4:00pm***Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room***A Framingham Public Library event. You are invited to a presentation and discussion on Islam. Shaheen Akhtar is an educator and interfaith liaison for the Muslim community at large.

Sun. Apr. 10th 2016
Presentation / Group Discussion on Gender (at Plymouth Church)

Tue. Apr. 12th 2016
Poetry Workshop
Tuesdays April 12, 19, and 26, 7:00-9:00pm*** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)***A Framingham Public Library event. This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience.***Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus, Framingham State Univ.***April 12 and 19 workshops led by Dr. Bernard Horn

Wed. Apr. 13th 2016
Films Around the World: The Return (2003) 105 min
Wednesday April 13, 7:00pm***Town Hall, Blumer Room (lower level)***Discussion Leader: Dr. Arthur Nolletti, Jr., Professor Emeritus, Framingham State University***A Framingham Public Library event. Two Russian brothers have conflicted emotions when their father — who has been gone for 12 years — returns home. Starring Vladimir Galin and Ivan Dobronravov.

Thu. Apr. 14th 2016
Common Carrier: The Post Office in American Life
Thursday, April 14, 7:00pm***Location: Town Hall, Blumer Room (basement level), 150 Concord Street***GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Joseph Adelman, Assistant Professor, FSU***An examination of the role of the Post Office as both a civic institution and a revenue-generating business enterprise.***Lifelong Learning Lecture Series*This free Thursday night 7:00pm lecture series is a partnership of Framingham State University (FSU) […]

Fri. Apr. 15th 2016
The Kennedys with Quentin Coellwaert (at Amazing Things)
Pete and Maura Kennedy have traversed a broad musical landscape, surveying power pop, acoustic songwriting, organic rock rooted in their early days in Austin, and a Byrds-inspired jangle that drew the attention of Roger McGuinn. Pete and Maura have once again come up with a unique sound that is as uplifting as it is unclassifiable. […]

Fri. Apr. 15th 2016
Planetarium Program
Friday April 15, 6:30pm***Framingham State University’s McAuliffe Center on Integrated Science Learning***A Framingham Public Library Event. A voyage to the International Space Station. Registration required: http://tinyurl.com/FSUPlanetariumShow. Free parking is available on campus.*** Program suitable for young people

Sat. Apr. 16th 2016
The Tanglewood Marionettes (at Amazing Things)
Tanglewood Marionettes’ presentation of The Fairy Circus begins with a brief demonstration of the art of puppetry. … the audience will learn about various forms of puppets, from the simple glove puppet to the sophisticated marionette. Then it’s on with the show! Featuring over twenty beautifully hand-crafted marionettes! *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis […]

Sat. Apr. 16th 2016
The Atwater Donnelly Band (at Amazing Things)
“Every performance is surprisingly different and always entertaining, exciting and educational with the award-winning duo Atwater~Donnelly, who provide a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance…” *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Apr. 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 […]

Sun. Apr. 17th 2016
Carmine Orsini with Umberto D’Auria (at Amazing Things)

Tue. Apr. 19th 2016
Poetry Workshop
Tuesdays April 19, and 26, 7:00-9:00pm***Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)***A Framingham Public Library event. This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience.***Led by Dr. Bernard Horn this week.

Tue. Apr. 19th 2016
Fitness on Foot and in the Air (at McAuliffe Branch Library)

Thu. Apr. 21st 2016
Book Discussion: The Wright Brothers by David McCullough
Thursday April 21, 10:00am***Christa McAuliffe Branch Library, Community Room***A Framingham Public Library event. The dramatic story-behind-the-story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly: Wilbur and Orville Wright.

Thu. Apr. 21st 2016
Children’s Storytime: Take Flight with Danforth Art (Ages 3-6)

Fri. Apr. 22nd 2016
The Band That Time Forgot (at Amazing Things)

Sat. Apr. 23rd 2016
The Kelly Girls (at Amazing Things)
“The Kelly Girls are a four piece all female band, full of energy and good humour! They sing and play Irish, Celtic, American and Canadian folk songs, tunes, ballads and pub songs with entertaining musicianship that audiences love. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Sat. Apr. 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 […]

Sat. Apr. 23rd 2016
Framingham Rotary Craft Fair
The Framingham Rotary Craft Fair returns on April 23, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Keefe Tech, 750 Winter St., Framingham. One hundred crafters will be there to show you their creations.Find that special gift for Mother’s Day, graduations, birthdays, First Communion, Bat and Bar Mitzvahs. Focusing on hand-made products, vendors are offering such […]

Mon. Apr. 25th 2016
Matinee Film: In the Heart of the Sea (2015) 121 min PG-13
Monday April 25, 3:00pm***Town Hall, Blumer Room (lower level)***A Framingham Public Library Event. In the winter of 1820, the crew of the New England whaling ship, the Essex, struggle to survive following an attack by a rogue sperm whale. Starring Chris Hemsworth, Cillian Murphy and Ben Whishaw.

Tue. Apr. 26th 2016
Poetry Workshop
Tuesday April 26, 7:00-9:00pm *** Town Hall, Nevins Conference Room (Room 113)***A Framingham Public Library event. This drop-in class welcomes serious poets of all ages and levels of experience. *** Led by Alan Feldman, Professor Emeritus, Framingham State University

Thu. Apr. 28th 2016
Book Discussion: The Wright Brothers by David McCullough
Thursday April 28, 1:00pm***Callahan Center***Registration is required. Call 508-532-5980.

Fri. Apr. 29th 2016
Chuchito Valdez (at Amazing Things)
5-Time Grammy Award Winner Chuchito Valdez brings soulful Cuban Jazz to Framingham!”Chuchito Valdes displays the hell-bent intensity and daredevil technique of the elder Valdes-qualities recognized worldwide as hallmarks of Cuban Jazz.” *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787

Fri. Apr. 29th 2016
Literacy Unlimited Book Discussion: Who Were the Wright Brothers? by James Buckley
Friday April 29, 10:00am***Boys & Girls Club, Classroom

Sat. Apr. 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. Apr. 30th 2016
Natraj with Purnaprajna (at Amazing Things)
Deeply meditative North Indian ragas. Beautifully intricate South Indian rhythms. Driving African beats. Edgy contemporary jazz. *** Amazing Things Arts Center, 160 Hollis St. Framingham, MA 01702 *** (508) 405-2787