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  • Garden Clubs’ Annual Plant Sale Saturday

    Garden Clubs’ Annual Plant Sale Saturday

    hostasFRAMINGHAM, MA – On Saturday, May 22, 2010 the Pinefield Garden Club and the Simpson Park Garden Clubs are holding their Annual Perennial Plant Sale & Raffle on the Framingham Centre Common from from 9:00am until 12:00 noon.

    Perennials & herbs grown by members will be for sale. Each year the club brings beautiful plants — you will not be disappointed with the selection, (or the very reasonable prices).

    Come early for the best selection — rain or shine!

    In addition to the plant sale, the clubs are also raffling off many items including manicures, pedicures and gift certificates to local businesses and restaurants.

    Knowledgeable garden club members will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the plants and gardening.

    Framingham Centre Common is located on Edgell Rd. just north of Rt. 9, near the State College exit.  Parking may be available in the Village Hall parking lot, or in church parking lots next to the common.

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  • MWRA Tunnel Leaking 8 Million Gallons Per Hour

    MWRA Tunnel Leaking 8 Million Gallons Per Hour

    May 1st, 2010 - MWRA Leak in Weston
    MWRA supply tunnels, connectors and aqueducts in and near Weston, MA

    WESTON, MA – on Saturday afternoon, (May 1, 2010), the Metropolitan Water Resource Authority, (MWRA), announced a major break in a 10 foot diameter pipe.

    The break is located where the MetroWest Water Supply Tunnel meets the City Tunnel on Recreation Road in Weston.

    The leak has caused 8 million gallons of water per hour to leak from the water supply into the Charles River.

    Framingham residents are not affected by this break, and no “boil water” advisory for the town has been issued.

    Due to infiltration of the water supply, residents of the following towns and MWRA designated areas east of Weston are advised to (more…)

  • Bourne National Cemetery Visit

    Bourne National Cemetery Visit

    PHOTO - Bourne National Cemetery
    Massachusetts National Cemetery located in Bourne, adjacent to Otis Air Force Base. (Photo credit: U.S. Veterans Administration)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Sponsored by Framingham Lodge 1264 B.P.O., ELKS, a Veterans Tribute including a bus trip visit to the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne followed by a barbeque at the Elks Lodge is planned for Sunday, May 30, 2010, (the day before Memorial Day).

    A single Deluxe Ritchie Bus is reserved for the day, with seating for only 55 people. Reservations are on a first come – first served basis.  The cost is only $20 and includes; bus trip, box lunch and a barbeque at the Elk’s Lodge upon return from the Cape.

    Trip Schedule: (Sunday, May 30, 2010)

    • 10:15 am – Bus leaves – ELKS Parking Lot, 450 Union Ave., Framingham
    • 1:00 pm – Memorial Day Ceremony
    • 4:00 pm – Return for Lodge Barbeque

    The Veterans Tribute is open to all veterans, friends and the general public.

    To make reservations: Send a check for $20 made payable to “Framingham Lodge No.1264 B.P.O. ELKS”, and mail to P.O. BOX 4747, Framingham MA 01704.  RSVP w/check deadline is May 27, 2010.

    The day promises to be a truly patriotic event with the Maritime Band, a wreath placement ceremony and other Memorial Day events.  Bring a camera!

    For additional information, contact  John at (508) 397-9065.

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  • Super Seniors Expo at Office Depot May 5th

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Office Depot is hosting a special Super Seniors Expo this Wednesday, May 5th, from 10 to 3 at its location in Shoppers World, Rt. 9W, Framingham.

    State Senator Karen Spilka and State Rep. Pam Richardson, the Callahan Senior Center, Soar 55 and other area organizations will be on hand.

    This will also be a great chance to learn about area businesses that offer products and services that 50+ seniors may find useful at home, work, or business. About 25 businesses will offer information about organizing, downsizing, assisted living options, errands, homecare services, mortgages, longterm care insurance, volunteering, and more.

    Free coffee and refreshments will be available, including a complimentary brunch by John Harvard’s Brew House.

    Free PC Checkups and certificates for $5 worth of free shredding services will be offered, as well as raffles, giveaways, and coupons.

    There will be vendors and store staff there to answer questions, and make recommendations on products and services to help you use your computers, printers, cameras, phones, and other items to get the most out of them.

    This event is free. Come and bring a friend. All welcome.

    For further information, call the Framingham Office Depot store at 508-620-5570.

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  • Callahan Happenings for May 2010

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – following is a list of happenings for Framingham’s Callahan Senior Center for the Month of May, 2010.

    Volunteers needed at Callahan Center for 4-hour shifts. Must be computer-literate and committed. Very interesting job. Please call 508-532-5980, ext. 4102.

    WELLNESS PROGRAMS: (more…)

  • Callahan Senior Center Happenings – May 2006

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Here’s what’s happening in May at the Callahan Senior Center;

    Callahan Center’s Senior Week Festivities – May 8th -12th, 2006

    Monday, May 8th – New Members Open House at Callahan Center from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Come and join us for a tour of the Center followed by Coffee and Danish which will be available in the Friends Café. Wednesday, May 10th – Cameron Middle School Jazz Band at Callahan Center from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. If you plan to attend the jazz concert, a pizza lunch will be available. A $2.00 donation is requested. Please call the Center at 508-532-5980 to reserve a seat. We must receive your reservation no later than Monday, May 8th. Limited to the first 75 people.

    Thursday, May 11th – Haircuts and Manicures compliments of Keefe Technical Cosmetology Students from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Please call the Center at 508-532-5980 to make an appt.

    Friday, May 12th – Volunteer Luncheon at Keefe Technical High School Dining Room at 11:30 am followed by inspirational speakers at 12:45 in the Keefe Auditorium. (This luncheon is by invitation only).

    STROKE SUPPORT SERVICES – Monday, May 8th from 1:00 – 2:15 pm at Callahan Center

    The Stroke Support Services would like to invite you to attend our meeting on May 8th. We will show a video, and several of our Stroke Survivors will be speaking about their experiences dealing with their illness and their healing. Volunteer nurses, Irene Jones and Jody Mahan, will be available for your questions.

    ANGIOPLASTY PRESENTATION – Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 10:00 am at the Callahan Center. Angioplasty is a medical procedure in which a balloon is used to open narrowed or blocked blood vessels of the heart, the so called, coronary arteries. It is not considered to be a type of surgery. Blockages or narrowed arteries are caused by fat and cholesterol that can accumulate on the inside of the artery to form deposits called plaque. Since these arteries supply circulation to the heart muscle itself, this narrowing or blockage can be quite serious. In many cases, if the blockage is not too severe, a balloon catheter may be used to open theses arteries. This procedure would be done as an alternative to open heart surgery which is a serious operation. (Source: MEDLINEPLUS 2006). Come and learn more about this valuable, lifesaving procedure. Please call the Center at 508-532-5980 to reserve a seat!

    ARTHRITIS PRESENTATION – Thursday, May 18th at 10:00 am at Callahan Center – Please join us for this informative presentation on arthritis. Please call the Center at 508-532-5980 to reserve a seat.

    SENIORS’ SPRING DANCE on Friday, May 19th, from 5:00—8:00 pm for all you seniors who want to kick up your heels! Bob Fisher of ‘Music, Music, Music Memories’ will be here to play all your favorites. Dance the night away and enjoy some soft drinks and light refreshments. Don’t stay away if you are single, Bob plays a great variety of music to include line dancing, the stroll, the twist and many more! A donation of $5.00 per person is requested to cover the DJ’s expenses and the refreshments. Please call the Center at 508-532-5980 and let us know if you plan to attend. Attire is casual.

    Support Groups at Callahan Senior Center: Bereavement Support Group: Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 10:00 am. Diabetic Support Group: The Diabetic Support Group will not meet during the months of May and June. The group will resume in July. Grandparent Support Group: Tuesday, May 9 at 1:00 pm and Tuesday, May 23 at 6:45 pm. Low Vision Group: Friday, May 19 at 1:00 – 3:00 pm, the Low Vision Group will meet jointly with the MetroWest Radio Reading Service, who will hold their annual Radio Reading Appreciation Day. Massage Therapy: Thursday, May 4 by appt. only. Parkinson’s Support Group: Tuesday, May 16 at 1:30 pm. Podiatry: Monday, May 8 from 12:30 pm to 3:15 pm, by appt. only. Stroke Survivors’ Support Group: Monday, May 8 at 1:00 pm.

    BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC FOR MAY – Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 – 9:30—11am & 12—1 pm

    CARDIOVASCULAR CLINIC IN APRIL: The Cardiovascular Clinic will be on Tuesday, May 2nd at 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM. A doctor from the MetroWest Medical Center and nurse Kitty Mahoney from the Framingham Board of Health will be at the Senior Center to check your blood pressure, answer any questions and address individual concerns. For further information, please contact Kitty Mahoney at 508-532-5472.

    Basic Sign Language Course Offered at Callahan Center – If you are interested in learning the basics of Sign Language, we are hoping to start a 6-week course in June of this year. A $12.00 donation is required to cover the instructor’s fee. It’s a fun and an educational activity to know. You might know someone who signs or you might just want to be able to say hello to someone who you see signing on the bus, in a restaurant or wherever you might be. Please call Lorraine Fournier at 508-532-5980 to sign up for this exciting new offering at the Center.

    Please remember to register for all events to be guaranteed of a seat. Some events have limited seating, so don’t wait! Call the Center today at 508-532-5980. Thank you!

    Mother’s Day Gifts At Heritage Gallery – You will find fabulous, unique and beautiful gifts for Mother! We are located at 535 Union Avenue, Framingham. We are open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 2:15 pm.

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