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  • Framingham Road Work Traffic Alerts for May 30 – June 5, 2021

    Framingham Road Work Traffic Alerts for May 30 – June 5, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts, Detours, Delays, sign: Be Prepared to Stop
    Plan ahead for delays, Framingham roadway projects are under way.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of May 30th – June 5th, 2021. Please note: Construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.

    Edgell Road Gas Main Replacement – Eversource gas continues replacing gas main on Edgell Road between the Nobscot intersection and Donovan Drive. Expect moderate delays. Lane shifts and/or a one-way alternating traffic pattern will be in effect.

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  • 2nd Annual Lager Cask Fundraiser to benefit One Mission at The Tavern

    2nd Annual Lager Cask Fundraiser to benefit One Mission at The Tavern

    The Tavern, Framingham, MA
    The Tavern in Downtown Framingham will host a fundraiser to support “One Mission”, a MA based pediatric cancer charity.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – During the 2013 Memorial Day Weekend, on Friday May 24th and Saturday May 25th, The Tavern in Downtown Framingham will be hosting the 2nd Annual Lager Cask Fundraiser (Party!!!) to benefit One Mission.

    “One Mission” is a Massachusetts based charity and serves the needs of pediatric cancer patients and their families living in the greater New England area.

    There will be 24 lager casks available, and tickets are being sold each of the (3) two and a half hour “sessions”.

    Tickets are $10 ahead of time or (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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  • Framingham Memorial Day Services

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Town of Framingham, Framingham Veteran’s Council has announced the following schedule of events for Memorial Day 2005;

    Memorial Day Services Schedule – Monday May 30, 2005

    7:30 A.M. Assemble – Rear of Memorial Building

    8:00 A.M.. Leave by car/bus

    8:15 A.M. St. Tarcisius Cemetery, Winthrop Street

    8:35 A.M. Cushing Memorial Chapel (Veteran Council Presentation)

    8:40 A.M 9-11 Memorial (Veterans’ Council Presentation)

    8:50 A.M. Old Burial Ground, Main Street (VFW Post #10313)

    9:00 A.M. Edgell Grove Cemetery, Grove Street (JWV Post #157)

    9:15A.M. St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Fenwick Street (American Legion Post #256)

    9:30A.M. St. George’s Cemetery, Cherry Street (VFW #929)

    9:45A.M. Edward’s Cemetery, Edwards Street (American Legion Post #74)

    10:00 A.M. Coffee Break, Edwards Church

    10:30 A.M. Athenaeum Hall (Veterans Council Presentation)

    10:45 A.M. Veterans’ Park, Concord Street (V.V.A.)

    At each location the service will include:

    • Prayer by Unit Chaplain
    • Placing of Wreath
    • Salute to the Deceased (Firing Squad/Taps)
    • Parade Marshall in-Charge

    11:00 A.M. SERVICES AT THE MEMORIAL BUILDING

    Veterans’ Service Officer: Tom Davitt

    Program Chairman: Mal Schulze, President, Veterans’ Council

    Presentation of Colours: Framingham Veterans’ Council

    National Anthem: Mary Beth Freeman

    Invocation: Rev Debbie Clark, Edwards Church

    Greetings: Board of Selectmen

    Greetings: State Senator: Karen Spilka

    State Representative: Thomas Sanacandro State Representative: Debby Blumer

    Dedication Service: Formal Dedication of Rotunda

    Ribbon Cutting/Floral Presentation

    Guest Speaker: Capt Mark Spear, US Army Recruiting Center

    Salute: Placing of the wreath in Rotunda

    Benediction: Rev Debbie Clark, Edwards Church

    Retirement of colours: Framingham Veterans’ Council

    Officer of the Day: Abbey Anderson

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  • Flag Replacement Volunteers Needed

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham Veterans are looking for volunteers to help distribute and place 4,000 American flags in seven Framingham cemeteries.

    Tom Davitt, Veterans Service Officer, 508-620-4842; and Nick Paganella, Veterans Council, 508-872-5895, are inviting volunteers to call them. Davit and Paganella are organizing the replacement of worn flags at the gravesides of all who served in the armed forces by Memorial Day. They hope parents may sign up for the project with their children as a patriotic learning activity.

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