Good morning, Framingham.

The licensing board approved Atlantic Poke to open a new restaurant at Shoppers World in Framingham that will serve poke bowls, miso soup and milk tea.

The eatery at 1 Worcester Road is set to open by early September — it will operate daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

MassBay Community College and Framingham High School have teamed up for a three-week automotive technology boot camp for 25 rising high school juniors and seniors; the program—funded by a grant—started on July 7 and will run four days a week until July 24, offering students a $1,500 stipend and a chance for an internship at McGovern Automotive Group.

MassBay Community College graduate Simran Prajapati earned honors like the McKenzie Award and a 3.8 GPA before transferring to a four-year school to study cybersecurity.

She said the college’s safe location and helpful scholarships made her success possible—honoring her family’s sacrifices.

The City of Framingham seeks two volunteers to join its 7-member Conservation Commission and wants residents with an interest in environmental science to help protect local wetlands and open spaces.

The Mayor will review applications and nominate candidates for City Council approval before the deadline on July 25th at 11:59 p.m.—commissions meet monthly in the evenings in person or via Zoom.

Framingham was recognized on July 9 for meeting the MBTA Communities Law — its approved zoning now supports more multi-family housing and transit-oriented growth.

The city will access MBTA funding to help build affordable housing and develop its Central Business District further.

Public health regulators approved the merger of UMass Memorial Medical Center and Marlborough Hospital on Wednesday, making Marlborough Hospital a licensed campus of UMMMC.

Officials say the merger will reduce operating costs and improve patient access to specialty care—vital for local residents.

MetroWest and greater Milford boys lacrosse fans can vote until noon Thursday, July 17 for the Daily News Player of the Year award as 16 candidates from 10 schools vie for the honor—top nominees include All-Americans and league MVPs who have passed the stick check and the eye test.

Plate Painting Workshop

1 p.m. — The Mill Contemporary Art — Cost info not provided — Unleash your creativity by painting your own handmade stoneware plate.

Free Community Mala Meditation Meetup

5-6 p.m. — Samsara Yoga @The Gentle Place — Free entry — Experience the benefits of community and meditation with tea and refreshments.

Free Health Services Clinic

6 a.m. — Keefe Regional Technical High School — Free services — Receive essential dental, vision, and medical care at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis.

Open House in Framingham

4-6 p.m. — 208 Millwood St, Framingham, MA — Free entry — Explore interior features including a wet bar and a hot tub at this charming Colonial-style home.