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Framingham Hosts Life Sciences Executives from All Over the World
Bus Tour for BIO Conference Participants Highlight the Benefits of Locating in Metrowest

On June 8th, after attending the BIO International Conference, 50 executives from life sciences companies from around the world stayed an extra day to visit Framingham and Natick. They were able to check out the opportunities that the Metrowest region can offer their growing businesses. The extensive visit allowed participants to get a sense of the region as a lower-cost, high quality alternative to the region's life sciences hub in Boston and Cambridge.

"We were happy to join with local life sciences industry executives, as well as with the Town of Natick and the Metrowest Chamber of Commerce to help organize this visit and to host these life sciences executives in Framingham," said Arthur Robert, director of Framingham's Community and Economic Development division. "Framingham and the Metrowest region have a lot to offer these companies in terms of quality of life and an educated workforce, but with lower overhead costs. And they were able to see that for themselves with this visit."

You can also listen to Framingham's Arthur Robert describe the life sciences bus tour on a recent episode of the podcast OA on Air and read his tweets on the day of the trip.Read the full article
New Direction for Saxonville Mills
New Signs point in a New Direction for Saxonville Mills

Saxonville Realty Trust, who owns and operates the Saxonville Mills, has recently installed new signage that will help visitors, workers, and residents navigate the sprawling historic mill campus. The signs were designed by a Saxonville Mills tenant, Ever Designworks, and they integrate elements from vintage plans that were recently discovered in the basement of the mill. The signs, which include an antique font and the Saxonville Mills brand, were printed by Framingham's Signarama.

The total cost of the project was $30,000, of which $10,000 was paid for by a grant from the Economic Development and Industrial Corporation (EDIC). "They were eager and excited to work with us," said Schlictman. "They are excited for the upgrades at Saxonville Mills." The signage will help the mill complex as it continues to host startups, creative businesses, and act as an incubator for entrepreneurs throughout Metrowest. Read the full article

Demolition Begins at Modera Framingham Site
New Construction Coming to 266 Waverly Street in Downtown Framingham

Modera Framingham is coming to Waverly Street! Construction has begun for the transit-oriented development project in downtown, which will include a mix of studio apartments, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments, 10 percent of which will be affordable housing units. The community will include amenities such as private outdoor balconies, a pool, a 24-hour fitness center, club rooms and a pair of courtyards.

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Framingham Opens Skate Park
Framingham opens first ever skate park

Framingham's new - and first - skate park hosted its grand opening on June 21st. Framingham Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs held the ribbon-cutting ceremony on national Go Skateboarding Day. Festivities included a professional skateboarding demonstration and Tshirt giveaways along with a "skate jam" for riders of all ages. "It's wonderful to see the Framingham Skate Park go from idea to reality," said Arthur Robert, director of Framingham's Community and Economic Development division. "The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs division has done a great job overseeing this new community amenity."

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Framingham Loves Coffee and Ice Cream
Recap of the Choose Framingham "Coffee and Ice Cream Tour"

If you are looking for a coffee fix or ice cream treat, Framingham has options for you. Choose Framingham took a tour recently of some of the hot spots. Check out our June newsletter for a list of places to visit. Be sure to check out the Choose Framingham Facebook page for pictures and details. Don’t take our word for it, get out and try some of these great places yourself. Post a picture and tag #ChooseFram!

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Saxonville Mills Open Studios

Nov 19
Weekly Storytimes at McAuliffe
Get in the library habit! Drop in every week for age appropriate stories and and craft with your favorite Children's Librarian! Suggested for ages 2-4 years old.
SCORE: Free Small Business Consulting
Starting or running a small business? You can get free and confidential business advice from SCORE of Boston! Make an appointment to meet with a SCORE volunteer at Framingham Public Library. Runs every Monday, except Memorial Day.

Nov 20
Drop-in Baby Lapsit at McAuliffe
Come sing and play with words, rhyme and puppets at baby lapsit time. Parents can network while babies pick up phonological awareness, one of six foundations of future reading success. This informal program for babies and their parents/caregivers runs about 20 minutes and introduces the pleasures of the library to your baby or toddler. Ages 0-2 with an adult.
Drop-in Resume Help
Expert help with resumes, cover letters, job-search strategies, and more. Every Tuesday. Drop-In - Free & Confidential. For details call 508-532-5570, extension 4361.

Nov 21
Stories for Scooters
Stop by every Wednesday for stories, songs, and puppets at the Framingham Public Library weekly story-time! Parents and child can both enjoy a variety of picture books, classic nursery rhymes and meeting new people! For Ages 0-3 years old. No registration required.
Framingham High School Flyers vs. Natick Redhawks

Nov 22
Weekly Story Time - for ages 3-5
Get in the library habit — drop in every week for some age appropriate stories, school readiness activities, and the occasional thematic craft. For Ages 3-5.
Special Play Space Activities at Framingham Public Library
Drop in to play with the additional, rotating stations in our the library's Play Space. Check out their Facebook page to discover which rotating station they will showcase each week.

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Framingham Hosts Life Sciences Executives from All Over the World
Bus Tour for BIO Conference Participants Highlight the Benefits of Locating in Metrowest

New Direction for Saxonville Mills
New Signs point in a New Direction for Saxonville Mills

Demolition Begins at Modera Framingham Site
New Construction Coming to 266 Waverly Street in Downtown Framingham

Framingham Opens Skate Park
Framingham opens first ever skate park

Framingham Loves Coffee and Ice Cream
Recap of the Choose Framingham "Coffee and Ice Cream Tour"

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Saxonville Mills Open Studios

Weekly Storytimes at McAuliffe

SCORE: Free Small Business Consulting

Drop-in Baby Lapsit at McAuliffe

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Stories for Scooters

Framingham High School Flyers vs. Natick Redhawks

Weekly Story Time - for ages 3-5

Special Play Space Activities at Framingham Public Library

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Framingham Hosts Life Sciences Executives from All Over the World Bus Tour for BIO Conference Participants Highlight the Benefits of Locating in Metrowest

New Direction for Saxonville Mills New Signs point in a New Direction for Saxonville Mills

Demolition Begins at Modera Framingham Site New Construction Coming to 266 Waverly Street in Downtown Framingham

Framingham Opens Skate Park Framingham opens first ever skate park

Framingham Loves Coffee and Ice Cream Recap of the Choose Framingham "Coffee and Ice Cream Tour"

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Framingham Hosts Life Sciences Executives from All Over the World
Bus Tour for BIO Conference Participants Highlight the Benefits of Locating in Metrowest

New Direction for Saxonville Mills
New Signs point in a New Direction for Saxonville Mills

Demolition Begins at Modera Framingham Site
New Construction Coming to 266 Waverly Street in Downtown Framingham

Framingham Opens Skate Park
Framingham opens first ever skate park

Framingham Loves Coffee and Ice Cream
Recap of the Choose Framingham "Coffee and Ice Cream Tour"