General Interest

HARRY POTTER MIDNIGHT MAGIC PARTY AT BORDERS

July 15th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The latest Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, is set to be released at midnight tonight. To ease the wait for eager fans, Borders Bookshop & Café on Rt. 9, Framingham, is celebrating the release of the book with a free party starting at 9 p.m., Friday, July 15th. While waiting… [read more].

MetroWest Radio Reading Day Celebration

July 5th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The MetroWest Radio Reading Service is celebrating ten years of service on Monday, July 11th from noon to 4 p.m. in the Public Hearing Room, Lower Nevins Hall, in the Memorial Building. Lunch will be followed by a recognition ceremony at 1 p.m. for 31 volunteers who have participated in the service. Three volunteers… [read more].

Funding for New McAuliffe Building Voted Down by Town Meeting

June 20th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Despite a masterful presentation by TMM Audrey Hall, a slight reduction in costs, and an extension of the grant period by the state, the article for proposed funding for a new building for McAuliffe did not receive the two thirds majority needed to pass. The ballot vote for Article 26, (“Library Vote”), is available… [read more].

Framingham Flag Day June 12th at 2 p.m.

June 5th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The annual Framingham Flag Day parade is this coming Sunday, June 12th, at 2 p.m. through Downtown Framingham. Framingham Flag Day Parade needs people to serve as parade marshal’s at this year’s parade. The Framingham Celebration Committee is asking for volunteers who will be matched up with an experienced marshal (as a team) to… [read more].

Short Takes - June 2005

June 3rd, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The summer concert series on Framingham Centre Common, “Concerts on the Green,” officially opened the season on Friday night, June 3rd. The Comcast Cable Studio crew was on hand to record it so if you missed it, you can enjoy reruns on Channel 9. Framingham Farmers’ Market will return to the Centre Common beginning… [read more].

Framingham Memorial Day Services

May 28th, 2005

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)… [read more].

Discover Saxonville on Sat., June 11th

May 27th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Friends of Saxonville invite you to Discover the Pinefield Shopping Center in Saxonville during a day of family fun on Saturday, June 11th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The program includes a morning “round-up” of Town trucks and vehicles for youngsters to explore as part of the Framingham Library’s “Going Places” Summer… [read more].

Annual Meeting of Historical Society says Farewell to Director

May 24th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Historical Society & Museum will say farewell to Director Tom Harris at its annual meeting on Thurs., June 2nd, 7 p.m. at the Edgell Memorial Library on Oak St. The meeting will be one of information and celebration as well as a sendoff for Harris, who has accepted a position in New… [read more].

Flag Day Grand Marshal's Supper on Sunday, May 22

May 18th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA — On Sunday, May 22 the Framingham Celebration Committee is holding its annual Marshal’s Supper to support the Flag Day Parade. The supper will be held this Sunday at the Nobscot Cafe from 5:00-7:30PM. All are invited to attend and hear details of this year’s Flag Day festivities. Great food will be provided as part… [read more].

May 14th, 2005

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Saxonville offers lots to see and do in the first part of June! On National Trails Day, on June 4th, tour the Cochituate Rail Trail from 10 – 11:30 a.m. and learn about its natural and historic features. Park at 500 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham. Check in across the street at the Cochituate Brook… [read more].