Framingham Events Calendar
May 2012
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Tue. May. 1st 2012
Jazz Show & Jazz Jam (at Amazing Things)
Jazz Show and Jazz Jam featuring and hosted by Daryl Lowery & Berklee Faculty *** The first hour of the event is a concert, featuring the host band – some of the finest musicians from the area and often featuring great players from NYC and beyond. After the first hour, we open it up to […]

Tue. May. 1st 2012
Main Library Book Club: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
7:00pm — Given a starred review by Publishers Weekly, science journalist Skloot’s debut is a multi-faceted story about science, medical wonders, racism, poverty and grace. Led by Andrea Taylor. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington St.

Wed. May. 2nd 2012
Open Comedy Mique Show (at Amazing Things)
Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll and Friends feature along with miquers Gwen Holbrow, Ed Alley, Libby Frank, Malik Haddadi and host Dave Hornfischer plus more. It’s fun to Laugh on Wednesday! *** The Amazing Things Art Center, 160 Hollis Street in Framingham, MA. Call (508) 405-2787 or visit website for more info or to order tickets.

Fri. May. 4th 2012
Civil War Encampment (at Centre Common / Village Green)
Take a trip back in time as the Framingham Centre Common is transformed into a tableau of Union and Confederate soldiers’ tents, front line cannon, drills and a host of other activities.A host of activities will take place in the historic buildings surrounding the common throughout the weekend. Meet President Lincoln, Julia Ward Howe, Framingham […]

Fri. May. 4th 2012
Rummage, Plant and Bake Sale (at Plymouth Church)
Come join us at Plymouth Church, 87 Edgell Rd. in Framingham for our fun, annual event and unbelievable bargains! *** Looking for a great selection and terrific bargains on perennials and seedlings, a huge assortment of clothing, shoes (and some linens) for the whole family and some coffee and yummy baked goods? *** Doors open […]

Sat. May. 5th 2012
McAuliffe Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk
McAuliffe Regional Charter Public School is inviting the public to participate in our Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk. The first 200 people to register will get a t-shirt! In addition to the 5K, there will be a post party with a D.J., games, a silent auction, and a basket raffle. Don’t miss the fun!

Sat. May. 5th 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. May. 5th 2012
Charity Breakfast and Food Drive (at Framingham Masonic Hall)
The Monthly Charity Breakfast and Food Drive will be held on Saturday, the 5th of May, 2012 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 […]

Sun. May. 6th 2012
10th Annual MetroWest Arthritis Walk
On Sunday May 6th, 2012 from 11:30am to 3:00pm the annual MetroWest Arthritis Walk will take place beginning at the Natick Town Common. *** The Arthritis Walk helps raise awareness and funds to support research and educational programming for those living with arthritis. *** The walk is a family event that promotes walking as a […]

Sun. May. 6th 2012
Sunday Concert Series: Igor Lovchinsky (at Main Library)
3:00pm — Hailed by Gramophone as a “star of the future” and acclaimed by Piano Magazine for the “elegance and rapturous beauty” of his music-making, pianist Igor Lovchinsky returns to perform classical selections.Sponsored in part by BOSE Corporation.Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington Street.

Tue. May. 8th 2012
Jazz Show & Jazz Jam (at Amazing Things)
Jazz Show and Jazz Jam featuring and hosted by Ted Knowlton. *** The first hour of the event is a concert, featuring the host band – some of the finest musicians from the area and often featuring great players from NYC and beyond. After the first hour, we open it up to the “jammers” who […]

Wed. May. 9th 2012
Margot Livesey: Author Visit & Book Signing (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Come to hear about her new book: The Flight of Gemma Hardy! Inspired by Bronte’s Jane Eyre, Livesey’s heroine is Gemma Hardy, a resourceful orphan taken from her native Iceland to Scotland to live with her kind uncle, following her father’s death. The New England Mobile Book Fair will be on hand to […]

Thu. May. 10th 2012
What is Your Stress Level? (at Callahan Center)

Thu. May. 10th 2012
Notorious in Concert (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Members of Notorious have been lauded as “exhilarating” and “sparkling” performers. The duo of Eden MacAdam-Somer (fiddle, vocals, dance) and Larry Unger (guitar, banjo) offer a thrilling musical experience; their repertoire includes traditional American, Celtic and Eastern- European tunes, swing, blues and original compositions. Refreshments. Framingham Public Library, Costin Room, 49 Lexington St.

Fri. May. 11th 2012
Brooks Williams (at Amazing Things)
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. Dirty […]

Fri. May. 11th 2012
Friday Night Film: The Descendants (at Main Library)
7:00pm — The Descendants (2011), 115 min (R rated for language). *** Award winning movie starring George Clooney and Shailene Woodley. Matt King is an indifferent husband and father of two girls, who is forced to re-examine his past and embrace his future when his wife suffers a boating accident off of Waikiki. *** Enter […]

Sat. May. 12th 2012
Farren-Butcher, Inc. (at AmazingThings)
Jon Butcher and Charlie Farren have combined forces in a new duet that is more than a sum of the parts. Butcher and Farren’s unique talents multiply each other, creating an evening that is instrumentally stunning, vocally powerful, lyrically touching, and just plain fun! *** The Amazing Things Art Center, 160 Hollis Street in Framingham, […]

Sat. May. 12th 2012
6th Annual Iron Chef Armenia
The Holy Translators Armenian Church will sponsor the 6th annual “Iron Chef Armenia….A Celebration of Armenian Culture.” Armenian Kebob dinners, baked goods, food tasting stations, raffles, music and cultural items. The festival will take place from 5-9 p.m. at Holy Translators Armenian Church, 38 Franklin St.in Framingham. Admission is $20 for adults and $5 for […]

Sat. May. 12th 2012
Framingham Garden Club Plant Sale (at Cushing Maint. Bldg.)
Saturday, May 12th, 2012 from 9:00am to 12:00pm the Framingham Garden Club is holding a Plant Sale at the Cushing Maintenance Building, Winter St.(near Keefe Tech, go in Winter St. entrance and follow signs). *** A variety of different plants from members’ gardens and other gardening information. *** Members available for questions and design assistance.

Sat. May. 12th 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. May. 12th 2012
”Framingham Daze” Craft Fair (at Keefe Tech)
“Framingham Daze” Craft Fair (sponsored by Framingham Rotary Club), May 12, 2012, from 8:00am ’til 4:00 pm. *** Indoors at Keefe Technical High School, 750 Winter St., Framingham, MA. *** Fifty crafters. *** Food and drink concession. *** Gifts for Mother’s Day, graduation, confirmation. *** Admission: $2 adults / $1 seniors / children 12 and […]

Mon. May. 14th 2012
Nobscot Neighbors Meeting (at CJ’s Northside Grill)
Nobscot Neighbors next meeting will be held Monday, May 14th, 2012. *** The meeting is a dinner meetup at CJ’s Northside Grill, 911 Edgell Rd, in the heart of the village! Meet at CJ’s at 6:00pm — and bring an appetite! *** For more info, contact Brett Peruzzi by email: brettperuzzi@hotmail.com *** For more info […]

Tue. May. 15th 2012
RTECC Tech Conference (at Sheraton Framingham)
Open Invitation for software and hardware engineers, managers and designers of computing systems or time critical applications — The Real-Time & Embedded Computing Conference will be at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel from 8:30am – 3:30pm. Exhibits, 28 breakout seminars/workshops, Keynotes from Draper Labs and Logic PD, lunch and parking — are all complimentary. Featured Sponsors […]

Tue. May. 15th 2012
Documentary Film: Food, Inc. (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Food, Inc. (2008) 94 min PG (thematic materials & disturbing images) – an insightful and eye-opening look at our nation’s food industry. With news of “Pink Slime” hitting consumers hard, this film is a timely and powerful look at the huge food conglomerates putting profit ahead of consumer health, the environment and independent […]

Wed. May. 16th 2012
Documentary Film: Voices from the Basement (at Main Library)
7:00pm — Voices from the Basement (2010) 45 min *** Guest Speaker: Mr. Michael Bavaro, Filmmaker and Executive Producer–This film about Boston’s beloved 100-year-old icon Filene’s Basement takes a journey back to a time when the Beacon Hill Brahmins stood in line with waitresses for the same highquality, discounted merchandise. Politicians, employees, celebrities and shoppers […]

Fri. May. 18th 2012
Film: ”From Ararat to Europe”
Documentary film viewing of “From Ararat to Europe” by Armenian independent film maker Arsen Hakobyan. The film reviews the influence of the Armenians on European Christianity. The impact on DaVinci and architecture is the focus of this film. The film will be shown at Holy Translators Armenian Church, 38 Franklin St, Framingham at 7:30 p.m. […]

Fri. May. 18th 2012
Charlotte’s Web (at Performing Arts Center of MetroWest)
Theatrical Production of Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White, presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC), featuring students in grades 3-6. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 20 at 2:00 pm at PAC, 140 Pearl Street, Framingham, MA. *** Advance Tickets Adults: $14 and Children/Seniors: $10. […]

Sat. May. 19th 2012
Walk with Us to End Breast Cancer

Sat. May. 19th 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. May. 19th 2012
Friends of Framingham Library Monthly Book Sale
All are welcome to the Friends of the Framingham Library monthly book sales, which are held on the third Saturday of the month, September-June, at the main library: 49 Lexington Street. Explore our large selection of books, videos, books on CD, and other literary materials for children and adults, all at discounted prices. Then stop […]

Sat. May. 19th 2012
Charlotte’s Web (at Performing Arts Center of MetroWest)
Theatrical Production of Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White, presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC), featuring students in grades 3-6. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 20 at 2:00 pm at PAC, 140 Pearl Street, Framingham, MA. *** Advance Tickets Adults: $14 and Children/Seniors: $10. […]

Sat. May. 19th 2012
Jack’s Abby Brewery / Childhood Cancer Fundraiser (at The Tavern)
Saturday May 19th, 2012 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm The Tavern is hosting the Jack’s Abby First Annual Lager Cask Fundraiser for “One Mission” *** One Mission is a registered 501(c)(3) foundation dedicated to enhancing the lives of pediatric cancer patients and their families by funding cancer research, support services and programs that help the children […]

Sat. May. 19th 2012
Multi Family Yard Sale
Multi Family Yard Sale, 63 Griffin Rd & 36 Edith Rd, Saturday, May 19th 9 am – 3 pm no early birds please. Various items. Don’t miss it!

Sun. May. 20th 2012
Ice Cream Social & Open House (at Temple Beth Am)
Temple Beth Am of Framingham cordially invites you to attend a free ice cream social open house, Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 4:00pm *** Learn about the many programs, events, and ongoing activities the temple has to offer. *** Event is open to prospective members and existing members who bring prospective new members. *** Temple […]

Sun. May. 20th 2012
Charlotte’s Web (at Performing Arts Center of MetroWest)
Theatrical Production of Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White, presented by the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC), featuring students in grades 3-6. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 20 at 2:00 pm at PAC, 140 Pearl Street, Framingham, MA. *** Advance Tickets Adults: $14 and Children/Seniors: $10. […]

Mon. May. 21st 2012
Senior Week at Callahan Center

Mon. May. 21st 2012
Senior Week – Haircuts & Manicures (at Callahan Center)
Haircuts & Manicures at Callahan Center by Keefe Tech Cosmetology students. Please call 508-532-5980 to sign up.

Thu. May. 24th 2012
Cameron School Jazz Concert & Pizza (at Callahan Center)
Intergenerational Program at Callahan Center: Cameron Middle School Jazz Band Concert & Pizza. $2 Fee. Please call 508-532-5980 to sign up no later than May 21st.

Sat. May. 26th 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 […]

Wed. May. 30th 2012
Letter Night & Senior Athletics Scholarships/Awards (at FHS)
The Spring Sports Athletics Letter Night and Senior Athletics Scholarships/Awards will be held Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 in the Framingham High School Auditorium, 115 “A” St., Framingham. Letters will be awarded for all spring sports beginning at 6:30pm, Scholarships/Awards for seniors beginning at 7:30pm.

Thu. May. 31st 2012
”Your Healthy Bones” (at Callahan Center)

Thu. May. 31st 2012
Staying Healthy! Staying Fit! (at Callahan Center)
Three part series on Bone Health: Thursdays, May 31, June 7 & June 14 from 10-11:30 a.m. Please call 508-532-5980 to sign up.

Thu. May. 31st 2012
FHS Graduation Rehearsal (at Bowditch Field)
Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal for all Framingham High School seniors will be Thursday, May 31st, 2012 at 10:00am at Bowditch Field, 475 Union Ave., Framingham, MA.