Good morning, Framingham.

The City of Framingham is seeking a volunteer for its three-member Board of Assessors—its vacancy happened after former Chair Matt Calder resigned by moving out of the city.

Interested residents must apply by Sunday, October 26 at 11:59 p.m.—the appointment will fill the unexpired term ending June 30, 2026.

Spark Kindness is hosting a free Resilient Community Series event—You Are Not Alone: Navigating Your Child’s Mental Health—with child psychiatrist Dr. Christine Crawford at 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 7 at Natick High School, where parents, caregivers and educators can join a Q&A session and receive follow-up resources.

Twelve high school football players became candidates for Daily News Week 5 Football Player of the Week after strong early season plays—local fans are eager to see how their performances hold up as the competition unfolds.

Something Rotten

October 17-26 — Dennison Memorial Hall at Boston Church — Tickets available — Experience the hilarious tale of brotherly rivalry in this uproarious musical farce.

Framingham Homeschool Expo

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Kalexedy Learning Center — Free entry — Explore resources and workshops to enrich your homeschooling experience.

The Haunt: Carnival in Deadwoodville

6-10 p.m. — MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center — Admission fee may apply — Experience a whimsical carnival featuring magical characters and stories.

2025 Haunted Trolley Tour

1-6 p.m. — Village Hall on the Common — Various ticket prices — Experience a thrilling trolley ride through Framingham's haunted history.

Community Stargazing

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Framingham State University — Free entry — Observe the Moon and Saturn through telescopes while experts answer your cosmic questions.

Guide to Service Provision Conference

9 AM – 4 PM — The Learning Center For The Deaf — Free entry — Explore neurodiversity in early childhood and empower deaf and hard of hearing children.