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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Framingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jon and Li Waterman will perform on May 29 at 7 p.m. in the Costin Room at the Framingham Public Library where they will share original songs and historical insights into blues, country and rock music — addressing both its roots and darker aspects. MetroWest Daily News
- ➤ Seven eastern Mass chefs outlined their varied plans for Mother’s Day, with Erin Miller planning a hike and oyster dinner and others recommending quiet family time, interactive cooking, and outdoor activities. Their advice offers practical ideas for busy mothers balancing restaurant work with family life—highlighting the importance of letting children choose activities. MetroWest Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 7, 24 Natick High freshmen showed projects like the Batman Bomb Detector and the Stink Mobile at MassBay Community College’s STEM Expo on the Wellesley campus—Sarah Binney, a Framingham librarian, also presented her project, Professor Thadeus's Guide to Biomimicry children’s books, as part of a state-funded STEM Tech Academy course for college and high school credit. MetroWest Daily News
- ➤ MetroWest and Greater Milford high school seniors will receive their diplomas from May 28 to June 8, with most ceremonies held on school campuses and at local venues. Framingham High School, for example, will host its graduation at Bowditch Field on June 6. MetroWest Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Framingham City Council is accepting applications to fill an unpaid three-year seat — which advises on long-term planning and fiscal matters — on its Strategic Initiatives and Financial Oversight Committee; applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on June 5. MetroWest Daily News
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A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music
7-8 p.m. — Framingham Public Library — Free entry — Experience the captivating origins of blues, rock, and country music through songs and stories presented by Jon Waterman.
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2025 Cooler Communities Fair
10 a.m. — Fuller Middle School — Free entry — Explore student projects on climate change and sustainability initiatives in a vibrant community fair.
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Summer Tutoring for Student Growth
4 p.m. — Framingham - South — Online tutoring available — Focus on fostering student growth in preparation for the upcoming school year.
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