Business

That was Kwik

June 11th, 2009

As we were driving down Rt. 9W thinking about the Farmers’ Market opening today, we realized that we were running out of time to get an oil change before a long trip on the weekend. We pulled into The Clean Machine/Kwik Oil Change lot, right into a spot with a sign about parking there for oil changes. … [read more].

The Lone Rangers Networking Breakfast for Small Non-Profits

June 9th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Metrowest Non-Profit network is hosting brown bag breakfasts for small-staffed/single-staffed/no-staff nonprofits. As executive director or head of the board of a small nonprofit, do you… develop programs? Balance the checkbook? Write grant proposals? Evaluate programs? Get the mail? Deal with accountants? Water the plants? File 990s? Talk to clients? Handle public… [read more].

Summer Jobs Program for Framingham Youth

May 20th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Future Skills Institute (FSI), a young adult career and jobs center based in Framingham, has been awarded funds through the state’s YouthWorks program to provide job-readiness training and subsidized internships to youth aged 16-21. FSI is currently seeking low-income youth as well as employers to participate in the program. Private businesses, public agencies, and… [read more].

Can the Summer Concerts on the Green be saved?

May 16th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA – As June approaches, the Framingham Summer Concerts on the Green are more in jeopardy than ever before. While the concerts are run under the auspices of the Town of Framingham by Jim Egan, Director of Town Building Services, the funding is through donations. The bands, set-up expenses,… [read more].

Rave Review of local mechanic

March 26th, 2009

The following is part of a posting on the framcom email list by Kim Comatis commenting on a  great experience with Craig at Dimidis and Sons in Saxonville: “The car was brought in, and I got a loaner (which was great because my daughter got sent home from school sick) he called within a few hours, let me know what… [read more].

What's Nouvelle at the Natick Collection

March 26th, 2009

Nouvelle is the condominium portion of the Natick (Mall) Collection. We attended a MetroWest Chamber of Commerce business after hours networking event there to market the condos. After reading about the long awaited project, it was interesting to be able to tour a model condo and the common facilities.  The model had surprisingly natural views, not of surrounding… [read more].

What's Nouvelle at the Natick Collection

March 26th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM,MA — Nouvelle is the condominium portion of the Natick (Mall) Collection. After a long wait, which caused some who showed an initial interest to walk away, units are now available for occupancy. The property managers recently hosted a MetroWest Chamber of Commerce business after hours networking event to… [read more].

Business Women Unite

March 20th, 2009

One way that local women are building their businesses, is by attending area women’s networking groups. “Business Women Unite” is a popular, free group organized by Rhona George, whose business is “Great Impression.”  She helps women make a great impression by helping them put their best face forward with Mary Kay products.  Rhona is a Mary Kay… [read more].

A Sign of Spring in Framingham

March 16th, 2009

One of the perennial signs of spring in Framingham is the opening of River’s Edge Garden Center on Auburn St. Ext., off Edgell Road. Every March we get a lift when we receive an email from Jenna at River’s Edge announcing her opening and ordering her banner ad for the season. This year River’s Edge will be open… [read more].

Local Framingham Businesses featured on CNNMoney.com

March 2nd, 2009

It is interesting to read about our local proprietors and how they are coping and adapting to keep customers coming in and filling their needs. They came across as matter of fact and digging in to work through these tough times, with your support. Locally owned businesses buy a lot of services from other local businesses, so… [read more].