Good morning, Framingham.

The City of Framingham released survey results showing nearly 900 respondents support a new community center that will offer cultural programs, fitness opportunities, and community events—details that will help guide future development of the renovated former Marian High School.

City officials and architect Tom Scarlata said ARPA funds are supporting exterior improvements with new windows arriving by mid-November before interior upgrades begin.

Framingham city officials are hosting the 6th annual Spooktacular today at the Memorial Building at 150 Concord St from 4 to 6:30 p.m.—families can dress in costume to trick-or-treat inside City Hall, join in organized activities in Nevins Hall with live music by DJ Jesse, and enjoy complimentary popcorn along with a visit to the Framingham Public Library Bookmobile.

Legislators and educators celebrated Mass.

STEM Week on Oct. 20 at Framingham State University's McAuliffe Center — they joined a virtual reality cave room experience that simulated a trip to Mars.

MetroWest/Milford Daily News hosted a vote for Boys Athlete of the Week covering Oct 13-19 and featured 11 candidates from soccer, cross country, football & golf.

Last week’s honor went to Marlborough’s Milton Paz Jeronimo, who earned nearly 16,000 votes in a competitive race.

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.

Future Leaders Summit Showcase

4-6:30 p.m. — Department of Student Registration - Framingham Public Schools — Free entry — Celebrate and support young entrepreneurs as they present their innovative business ideas.

Amanecer Gaitero Boston

7-11:30 p.m. — Caipy Sports Bar — Limited entry — Celebrate cultural traditions with lively music and performances featuring gaitas.