Good morning, Framingham.

Originally based in Framingham, Westborough nonprofit Dignity Matters distributed over 3.7 million menstrual products, new underwear and bras to 18,000 women and girls in Massachusetts in 2024 to ensure dignity for those in need—its supplies reached food pantries, shelters and schools. The organization will expand its partnerships by providing supplies to Worcester Public Schools in the future.

Marylou’s Coffee opened its MetroWest debut in Framingham on Oct.

3 at a renovated Seasons convenience store while Chipotle opened its second location on Oct. 6 at 573 Worcester Road—these openings come as Starbucks closed several local stores, Chick-Fil-A opened in Foxborough on Oct. 2, and a new brewery is set to replace the old Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing site in Framingham this month.

Massachusetts has 10 corn maze attractions this fall that offer fun puzzles, hayrides and seasonal treats—most mazes run from late September through November with different hours at places like Davis Mega Maze in Sterling and Marini Farm in Ipswich.

After beating the Bills 23—20, the New England Patriots improved to three wins and two losses and will play the New Orleans Saints on the road at Caesar's Superdome on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET; they will face the Tennessee Titans next.

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.