Good morning, Framingham.

Bethany Hill Place welcomed three new board members—Dianne Baxter, Melinda Proctor, and Lisa Trainor—and announced Bruce Rhodes as chair, Shauna Downey as vice chair, and Amanda Zuretti as clerk/secretary.

Their appointments aim to strengthen the organization’s work in affordable housing and education for Framingham residents.

Families gathered at Hanson's Farm in Framingham on October 23 to enjoy fall fun by picking pumpkins, exploring a corn maze, and walking through a sunflower field—visitors from Colorado and local areas experienced the event.

The City of Framingham is asking for a volunteer from a non-profit to join the Community Center Advisory Committee after the previous member resigned—applications must include a resume or cover letter by November 5 at 11:59 p.m. and will be reviewed by the mayor.

Framingham City Council is considering an opt-in sustainability code for new buildings while a Home Rule Charter question will appear on fall ballots, and the community spotlight features Leandrinho Goiaba—founder of Radio Insuperável and a key leader in the local Brazilian community.

The MBTA announced rail service on the Framingham/Worcester Commuter Line will be suspended on November 1-2 and 8-9 between Framingham and South Station for track and signal upgrades.

It will also be suspended between Worcester and Framingham on November 15-16 and 22-23, and free bus shuttles — including local and express options — will replace train service during these weekends.

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.