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Sat. May. 1st 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. May. 1st 2010
Franc Karpo “Amazing Kids Magic”
Franc Karpo’s Amazing Kids Magic Show is designed to appeal to all ages so everyone will have an amazing time…guaranteed! His show is loaded with tons of great magic, comedy and audience participation. In fact the kids and parents are the real stars of the show, which makes it much more fun for everyone!

Sat. May. 1st 2010
“Rust Never Sleeps” Neil Young Tribute
”Rust Never Sleeps” is a unique, live rock show that celebrates the music and musical career of Neil Young. Capturing the spirit, the sound, and the feel of what can best be described as a “dream come true” concert experience; you will hear selections from The Buffalo Springfield as well as Young’s early 70’s folk-rock […]

Sat. May. 1st 2010
Mystery Dinner Theater – “Mobsters of Framingham”
7:00 pm at Village Hall, 2 Oak St, Framingham Centre. Presented by Framingham Community Theater.It’s the Roaring ’20s and Framingham’s speak-easies are bursting with mobsters, flappers and those who are out to get ’em! As characters interact with the audience, clues will be revealed, and the audience will solve the mystery.Adults: $41; Students/Seniors: $38; Table […]

Sat. May. 1st 2010
A-May-Zing Event at Summit Montessori

Sat. May. 1st 2010
Framingham Green Up Day!

Sat. May. 1st 2010
The Young Victoria (2009) 105 minutes PG

Sun. May. 2nd 2010
In Choro Novo
In Choro Novo is a mixed-voice choral ensemble based in Boston, MA. No other ensemble matches the sheer breadth of musical styles represented in its repertoire. The performance, A Spring Rhapsody, will explore a bold mix of a cappella and accompanied pieces, ranging from Renaissance to jazz and from classical masterpieces to show tunes.

Sun. May. 2nd 2010
Belknap Pool & Tennis Club Open House
The Framingham Swimming Pool Association is holding an open house at the Belknap Pool & Tennis Club for families interested in joining for the 2010 Summer Season. Open house will be on Sunday, May 2nd from 12:00 Noon to 2 PM.Belknap Pool & Tennis Club is located at 351 Belknap Road Framingham, MA 01701. If […]

Sun. May. 2nd 2010
Sunday Concert Series
3:00pm. – Classical Concert with Emil Altschuler & Artem Belogurov. Don’t miss this piano and violin duo performing Mozart, Piazzolla and Manuel de Falla. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Mon. May. 3rd 2010
Framingham Community Gardeners 5th monthly gathering and potluck
All Framingham residents and friends are welcome to attend the 5th monthly gathering of Framingham Community Gardeners on Monday, May 3rd from 6 to 8 pm in the Craft Room of Framingham’s main library. We’ll start off with a potluck dinner, followed by reports on gardens in progress and on exciting development for a Town […]

Tue. May. 4th 2010
Jazz Jam with host Daryl Lowery
Daryl Lowery, saxophonist, was born and raised in the Metropolitan New York area were he was exposed to Jazz, Soul, Funk, R&B and fell in love with these and other African American art forms. Daryl came to Boston to study at New England Conservatory and has since recorded and/or performed with such notables as imortals […]

Tue. May. 4th 2010
Main Library Book Club
“Out Stealing Horses: A Novel” by Per Petterson, Tuesday, May 4th, 7:00pm. Trond Sander is a widower nearing seventy when he moves to remote eastern Norway. A chance meeting with the brother of his childhood friend Jon causes him to reminisce about the summer of 1948. During that summer, one day he and Jon set […]

Wed. May. 5th 2010
Comedic Theater at Amazing Things
Comedic theater at The Amazing Open Comedy Mique Show. 50 minute comedic theater performance and post performance discussion with actor, playwright and director. Returning and new miquers doing 5 minute bits of PG13 stand up comedy, storytelling, funny folk music and more.

Wed. May. 5th 2010
Super Seniors Expo at Office Depot
Wednesday, May 5, from 10 to 3 inside Office Depot, Shoppers World, Rt. 9W, Framingham. Expo of organizations, resources, information of interest to senior citizens. Brunch compliments of John Harvard’s Brew House. Raffles, samples, coupons. Free. All welcome.

Thu. May. 6th 2010
Job Interviewing For Managers and Business Owners Seminar at Keefe Tech

Fri. May. 7th 2010
Highway Ghosts with Girls, Guns & Glory
Americana music is thriving in the Boston area! Girls Guns and Glory have established themselves as a local powerhouse, having won multiple Boston music awards. The band consistently delivers critically acclaimed performances as they tour the country in support of their National release “Inverted Valentine”. Highway Ghosts masterfully blend roots-rocking guitars, ragged-but-right vocals set to […]

Fri. May. 7th 2010
Friday Night Film
7:00pm – An Education (2009), 100min, PG-13, (sexual content, smoking). In 1960s suburban London, Oxford-bound Jenny finds herself in a romance with a much older playboy, just on the cusp of her 17th birthday. This film won the Sundance Audience Choice and Cinematography awards. Starring Carey Mulligan and Peter Sarsgaard. Enter on the Lexington St. […]

Fri. May. 7th 2010
Tigerlily (Ticketed Show at The Chicken Bone)
Tigerlily (Ticketed Show), Friday, May 07, 2010, 9:30pm – 1:30am. Tickets available now $6 in advance, $7 at the door. Classic and Modern Rock Covers sung by one of the best cover bands we’ve ever heard. The Chicken Bone, 358 Waverly Street Framingham, MA 01702, phone 508-879-1138, email: info@thechickenbone.com

Sat. May. 8th 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. May. 8th 2010
Billy Novick & Guy Van Duser
“Elegant. Riveting. Soulful. Classic mastery.” These are a few of the terms that have been used to describe the unique and stunning swing-jazz music of acoustic guitarist Guy Van Duser and clarinetist Billy Novick.Together as a duo for more than a quarter of a century, you may have heard them as frequent guests of Prairie […]

Sat. May. 8th 2010
The Fools! – Ticketed Show at Chicken Bone
The Fools, (Ticketed Show), Saturday, May 8th, 9:30pm – 12:30pm. Tickets $12 in advance/$15 at the door “The object of a Fools show was to blow real life out of all proportion and morph ‘just another night out to see a band’ into the most fun anyone had ever had — anywhere!” The Chicken Bone, […]

Sun. May. 9th 2010
Metro West PFLAG
MetroWest Parents, Friends, Families of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)invites all to an evening of conversation,sharing, support, and connection the second Sunday of every month ( May 9 from 7pm to 9pm at First Parish Church, 24 Vernon Street, Framingham Center. metrowestpflag@verizon.net

Sun. May. 9th 2010
Viva la Violet for a Cure Mother’s Day Festival
Viva la Violet is a returning Relay for Life team. This year Viva la Violet is coming back better than ever for the Cancer Battle of 2010! All of the money raised will go to The American Cancer Society in support of Cancer Research.Be sure to be at the Commons in Framingham on May 9th […]

Tue. May. 11th 2010
Jazz Jam with host Ted Knowlton

Wed. May. 12th 2010
Cabaret Open Mic with feature Lisa Kantor, host Leslie Holmes and pianist Tom LaMark
Performers bring dreams, voice, sheet music and persona and try them out on a friendly supportive audience.Lisa (also known as Elle Kay Cabaret) has been performing solo cabaret shows and studying the art of cabaret for the past several years. She has trained with award-winning cabaret artists from New York City and Boston, as well […]

Wed. May. 12th 2010
Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women
The Framingham Public Library presents a documentary film and discussion featuring the producer and director of the award winning film, “Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women” at 7 p.m. in the Costin room.Nancy Porter, producer and director of the film will introduce the film and answer questions after the screening. Louisa May Alcott’s […]

Thu. May. 13th 2010
Goal Setting Workshop at Keefe Tech

Thu. May. 13th 2010
FHSDC Presents Guys and Dolls
The Framingham High school Drama Company will be performing the critically aclaimed broadway musical Guys and Dolls at Framingham High School’s Auditorium on May 13th at 7.30pm. Tickets are $12 dollars and can be bought at the door or at http://www.ticketstage.com/bin/f.wk?ts.admin.homepage.gen+@THEATER=FHSDC We hope to see you all at show time!

Fri. May. 14th 2010
Chris Pahud with Seth Connelly and Pat “Hatrack” Gallagher
After more than a decade chasing a dream, Chris has released “Red Sky in Morning”. Join us for an evening of everything from folk ballads to high energy roots music and hear Chris backed by the all-star “Red Sky Pirates”, with Seth Connelly – guitars and mandolin, Hatrack Gallagher – harmonicas, Joe Donnelly, Jr. – […]

Fri. May. 14th 2010
FHSDC Presents Guys and Dolls
The Framingham High school Drama Company will be performing the critically aclaimed broadway musical Guys and Dolls at Framingham High School’s Auditorium on May 14th at 7.30pm. Tickets are $12 dollars and can be bought at the door or at http://www.ticketstage.com/bin/f.wk?ts.admin.homepage.gen+@THEATER=FHSDC We hope to see you all at show time!

Sat. May. 15th 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. May. 15th 2010
“Joseph Latinsky: An Artist’s Life” closing reception
Today will be the last opportunity to see this powerful exhibition spanning a lifetime of work by the late artist Joseph Latinsky, in celebration of his 70th birthday. Trace the journey taken by Latinsky over four decades from Soviet Russia to the United States and witness the remarkable talent and brilliant skill that evolved along […]

Sat. May. 15th 2010
Rick Goldin presents “It’s Spring!”
Rick Goldin’s lively, interactive and humorous children’s songs have made him one of the most popular children’s entertainers in New England. Children love his live performances because they get to sing, dance and jump along with Rick and his singing animal puppets Henry The Horse, Quackleberry Duck, and others.

Sat. May. 15th 2010
Toni Lynn Washington

Sat. May. 15th 2010
Garden Club Plant Sale
9:00am to 1:00pm at Cushing Maintenance Building, Winter St., (near Keefe Tech). Many exciting and different plants from the club members. Advisers will be available for info and questions.

Sat. May. 15th 2010
An Evening of International Tasting
An Evening of International Tasting, Featuring the Hidden Restaurants of Saxonville,6 p.m. at Edwards Church, UCC, 39 Edwards St., Framingham, MA, (located off Elm St. behind Stapleton School). $20 per person – $50 family max – Includes a full meal featuring signature dishes from 6 international restaurants in Saxonville. Raffle and Live Auction! Sign up […]

Sat. May. 15th 2010
FHSDC Presents Guys and Dolls
The Framingham High school Drama Company will be performing the critically aclaimed broadway musical Guys and Dolls at Framingham High School’s Auditorium on May 15th at 7.30pm. Tickets are $12 dollars and can be bought at the door or at http://www.ticketstage.com/bin/f.wk?ts.admin.homepage.gen+@THEATER=FHSDC We hope to see you all at show time!

Sun. May. 16th 2010
Jonathan Miri and Piti Theatre presents “28 Feet”
Inspired by the writer/performer’s 20 years of experience with Crohn’s disease, a performance about getting sick, getting better and growing up. 28 FEET incorporates storytelling, live music, puppetry, clowning and an original sound design into a unique theatrical experience.

Mon. May. 17th 2010
Framingham High v. Boston Collegiate on ”High School Quiz Show”, WGBH 2 at 7:30pm, Tonight!
Monday May 17, 2010 at 7:30pm on WGBH 2, watch Framingham High School v. Boston Collegiate Charter School on ”High School Quiz Show”. Don’t worry — if you miss the broadcast, you can visit the WGBH website for re-broadcast schedule and other ways to watch episodes online.

Tue. May. 18th 2010
Jazz Jam with host John Funkhouser

Wed. May. 19th 2010
Art History Program: The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis: Works from the Collection (Exhibition on through May 23)
7:00pm.-Guest Speaker: Dr. Erika Schneider, Assistant Professor of History, Framingham State College.Dr. Schneider will spotlight the museum’s modern and contemporary collection featured in this exhibition while shedding light on modern concepts in art. The importance of the collection has been the focus of a lot of media attention and public outcry in recent months. Artists […]

Thu. May. 20th 2010
Networking through Community Service
Thursday,May 20,7:00-8:30 pm at the Natick Service Council, 2 Webster Street, Natick, MANETWORKING THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICE: GIVING BACK, EXPANDING YOUR SKILLS AND GAINING EXPERIENCE connects unemployed and underemployed adults 55 and over with community service opportunities and nonprofits in need. Learn how skills-based volunteering can connect you with others, enrich your career exploration and job […]

Fri. May. 21st 2010
Brooks Williams with Tony Astolfi opening
Brooks Williams is a stunning guitarist whose blues-soaked, rhythmic and soulful music defies categorization. After 15 solo recordings and nearly two decades of touring the world, he is one of the most well-respected players on the circuit. His concerts are legendary: from coast-to-coast, country-to-country, one man, one guitar, rollin’ and tumblin’ like nobody’s business.His musical […]

Fri. May. 21st 2010
Willy Wonka, Jr.
The PAC Family Players and the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest present Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka, Jr.”, featuring Students in grades 3-8. Friday, May 21 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, May 22 at 2:00 pm. Performances at the Mindess School, 90 Concord, St., Ashland, MA.Tickets in advance: Adults, $12; Youth/Senior, $10. $2 more at the […]

Sat. May. 22nd 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. May. 22nd 2010
The Blue Lights Jug Band with Outrageous Fortune opening
Drawing on a wide variety of traditional music forms, the Bluelights have created a new musical style respecting equally the past and present. Not to be pinned down this Blue Lights show will be packed with early jazz, blues, swing, standards, jug band, gospel, pop music from the turn of the century and roots rock’n’roll. […]

Sat. May. 22nd 2010
5th Annual Iron Chef Armenia!
Come and enjoy the delight of Armenian cuisine in a fun and family atmosphere. The Chefs will be preparing cooking demonstrations and sampling ofpopular Armenian appetizer, entree and dessert items. Entrance fee includes a delicious kebob dinner(choice of traditional or chicken) and sampling items. Raffle,MC, live music and dancing. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 […]

Sat. May. 22nd 2010
Perennial Plant Sale & Raffle
Framingham-Pinefield Garden & Simpson Garden Clubs will hold their Annual Perennial Plant Sale & Raffle on Sat., May 22 from 9am to 12noon at Framingham Common, Edgell Rd., rain or shine. Perennials & herbs grown by members will be for sale.

Sat. May. 22nd 2010
Willy Wonka, Jr.
The PAC Family Players and the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest present Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka, Jr.”, featuring Students in grades 3-8. Friday, May 21 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, May 22 at 2:00 pm. Performances at the Mindess School, 90 Concord, St., Ashland, MA.Tickets in advance: Adults, $12; Youth/Senior, $10. $2 more at the […]

Sat. May. 22nd 2010
The Blushing Brides at Chicken Bone Saloon

Sun. May. 23rd 2010
Spring Recital
A Spring Recital will be held on Sunday,May 23 at 3:00 PM, at Edwards Church UCC, located at 39 Edwards St, Framingham. Don Buell will be featured on piano and organ. Special Guests include Scott Cleveland on timpani,Willie Sordillo on alto sax & The Sudbury River String Quartet (Jane Ezbicki, Mary Ann Foley, Linda Hanson […]

Sun. May. 23rd 2010
Classical Music Concert: Shuann Chai

Mon. May. 24th 2010
Get Started Acting in Film, TV and Commercials now in New England
Are you just starting out, or could your acting career use a boost? Karl Steudel, long time accomplished, bi-coastal actor will share with you how to get more of those paying or artistically satisfying jobs in film, television, commercials and industrials.Karl cuts away the fat, and candidly discusses Casting offices, agents, headshots, comp cards, photographers, […]

Mon. May. 24th 2010
AARP Chapter #3557 Callahan Center
Mr. Bob Fosterus an active diver since 1972, will talk about the Breton Reef Lightship and the August Snow on Monday, May 24, 2010 at 1:30 pm. A question and answer period wlll follow, Refreshments to capped the meeting.

Tue. May. 25th 2010
Jazz Jam with host Jamie Stewardson

Tue. May. 25th 2010
Public Hearing – Capital Investment Plan: MassDOT Highway Division
Please join us at the public hearing regarding the State of Massachusetts ”Capital Investment Plan: MassDOT Highway Division”, Tuesday, May 25, 2010 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at Framingham Town Hall, (The Memorial Building), 150 Concord St., Framingham, MA. Consistent with requirements laid out in Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2009, (An Act Modernizing the […]

Wed. May. 26th 2010
Cabaret Open Mic with feature Stanley Wilson, host Leslie Holmes and pianists Malcolm Halliday & Tom LaMark
Performers bring dreams, voice, sheet music and persona and try them out on a friendly supportive audience.Stanley Wilson, tenor, has a background in both classical music and musical theatre. He has a Master of Music from The Longy School of Music in Cambridge, MA in Opera Performance and is currently studying with Deborah Birnbaum of […]

Wed. May. 26th 2010
”Let It Be-Mary’s Story” at St. Bridget’s Church
On May 26th at 7pm, world renowned singer/songwriter Tajci will perform “Let It Be-Mary’s Story” at St. Bridget’s Church, 832 Worcester Road in Framingham, Massachusetts. The event features TAJCI on keyboards, backed by accomplished electronic instrumentalist Denny Bouchard. Since the spring of 2000, Tatiana (Tajci) Cameron has shared her spiritual programs in over 650 concerts […]

Wed. May. 26th 2010
Scholar-led Book Discussion
7:00pm–Title: “The Electric Life of Michael Faraday.” By Alan W. HirshfeldGuest Speaker: Dr. Catherine Dignam, Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Food Science, Framingham State College.Moderator: Dr. Mary Murphy, past president of the Framingham History Center.English scientist Michael Faraday (1791-1867) made the revolutionary discovery that electricity, magnetism and light are all related. As a young man, […]

Wed. May. 26th 2010
BONEOKE w/ host Scotty D
It’s not Karaoke it’s Boneoke! Get up on stage and “WING IT” with Scotty D, 8:30pm to 12:30am! 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 500 songs. You can’t do […]

Thu. May. 27th 2010
Job Search Discussion Group
7:00-8:00pm –Experienced corporate recruiter Joan Kennedy will lead this ongoing job search discussion group that meets every other week on an informal basis. Share your experiences, network with other local area job seekers and ask any questions. Participants are encouraged to bring their resume and any job postings of interest. Framingham Public Library, J Program […]

Thu. May. 27th 2010
Spring Job Search Event
Dr Paul Powers presents “How to Overcome the Deadly Dozen Obstacles to Effective Job Hunting” at the Framingham Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Steet at 7:00 p.m.This special event is in place of the Thursday Bi-Weekly Job Search Discussion Group Meeting. All are welcome.

Fri. May. 28th 2010
Holliston Mills Artists Exhibit
he Holliston Mill was built in 1891 by a group of local investors hoping to attract regional manufacturers to set up a shoe factory in Holliston. Like many old New England mills, it has found new life as artists’ studios and as office space for small businesses.The artists at Holliston Mill form an eclectic group. […]

Fri. May. 28th 2010
Laszlo Gardony Trio with Stan Strickland
Long-time friends and musical collaborators Laszlo Gardony and Stan Strickland reunite for a special night of Gardony’s original compositions and unique arrangements of standards. Stan will augment Laszlo’s long-time trio (John Lockwood; Yoron Israel) to an equally empathetic quartet for a night of close interplay and spirited musical conversation.Laszlo Gardony is a critically acclaimed artist […]

Fri. May. 28th 2010
Project DCQ at Chicken Bone Saloon
One of DCQ Entertainment’s proudest accomplishments is Project DCQ. DC was on a mission to create a talented, diverse, and energetic cover band that would appeal to the masses, and Project DCQ is the fruit of his efforts. With an expansive song list ranging from Prince to Rihanna, Lanny Kravitz to 50 Cent, Beyonce to […]

Sat. May. 29th 2010
Pendragon
New England has long had a rich tradition of Celtic-inspired music. Having celebrated their 25th anniversary in 2008, the Rhode Island-based ensemble Pendragon has embraced that tradition and created a timeless sound of its own, performing roots music with an unmistakable contemporary edge. Pendragon’s music celebrates the lives and lore of generations of New Englanders […]

Sat. May. 29th 2010
Southern Revelation at Chicken Bone
Saturday, May 29, Southern Revelation, a greater Boston area based Southern Rock Cover and Tribute Band, playing songs from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, etc, from 9pm – 12am at The Chicken Bone!, 358 Waverly Street Framingham, MA 01702, The Bone Phone: 508-879-1138, Email: info@thechickenbone.com

Mon. May. 31st 2010
Memorial Day Services
The Town of Framingham, Framingham Veterans Council: MEMORIAL DAY SERVICES for MONDAY, MAY 31, 2010. Services will be held at each of the following times and locations: 8:00 A.M. assemble at Cushing Park Chapel, 8:15 A.M. Form-up and leave by car/bus/bike, 8:25 A.M. St. Tarcicius Cemetery, Winthrop St., 8:40 A.M. Old Burial Ground, Main St., […]