Open Spirit

Spirituality &amp; Poetry:&nbsp;Grounded in Awe

Monthly Poetry Writing Workshop
​Every 3rd Monday of the Month - Beginning September 21

​This workshop is for anyone interested in poetry as a spiritual practice and creative outlet.

​No writing experience is needed. All are welcome!

​This workshop is held in Open Spirit's Edwards Hall, located at 39 Edwards St, Framingham.&nbsp;

​Suggested donation of $20, more if you can, less if you can't.

​RSVPs are appreciated to help us plan. To RSVP, please <a href="https://forms.gle/oYAsrB4wFbhXkQjo6" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a>.

Local Event: Spirituality & Poetry: Grounded in Awe - Poetry Writing Workshop

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Framingham

Massachusetts

Spirituality & Poetry: Grounded in Awe - Poetry...

Spirituality & Poetry: Grounded in Awe

Monthly Poetry Writing Workshop
​Every 3rd Monday of the Month - Beginning September...

Spirituality & Poetry: Grounded in Awe - Poetry Writing Workshop

Writing for HealingThrough weekly writing exercises and prompts, these writing sessions will offer an open and safe environment to express yourself, find personal balance, and shape new narratives.
​The intent of this writing series is to experience expressive writing as a way of healing. While writing may not cure it, it can heal, according to scientific studies. Especially in this time of great uncertainty, writing, and sharing our stories with others on parallel paths will be a way to reclaim our voices, and reconnect with our lives.

​Sharing is encouraged but not mandatory.

​Program leader: Jackie Harris

​This workshop series will be held in Open Spirit's Edwards Hall, located at 39 Edwards Street, Framingham.

​Preregistration is required. For more information or to register, <a href="https://tinyurl.com/septwritingforhealing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a>.

​Suggested donation of $20 per session, more if you can, less if you can't.

Local Event: Writing for Healing

Writing for Healing

Writing for HealingThrough weekly writing exercises and prompts, these writing sessions will offer an open and safe environment...

Open Spirit and Metrowest Sings Out are hosting an open mic every 4th Friday.
​Performance sign-up are in-person only and will run from 6:30-7 pm.&nbsp;

​These gatherings will be held in Open Spirit's Edwards Hall, 39 Edwards Street, Framingham.

​Cost is $5-$10, more if you can, less if you can't. Kids are free.&nbsp;

​All proceeds benefit Metrowest Worker Center - Casa, to provide direct aid to our immigrant neighbors.&nbsp;

​Upcoming open mic dates:

September 25th, October 23rd, November 27th, January 22nd, and February 26th.
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Local Event: Open Mic!

Open Mic!

Open Spirit and Metrowest Sings Out are hosting an open mic every 4th Friday.
​Performance sign-up are in-person only and will...

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Healthy waterways diminish global warming. Unfortunately, raw sewage is still flowing into the Charles River, making the river filthy, unsafe, and less able to draw carbon from the atmosphere. Join us for a presentation by the Charles River Watershed Association about their “Cut the Crap” initiative.
Register <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9BdqLzO5RS2JHQGaSP_9TA#/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the program. You will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link.
Please join us the week after the program to write to our elected officials. Date and location to follow.

Local Event: A Clean Charles Controls Carbon

A Clean Charles Controls Carbon

Healthy waterways diminish global warming. Unfortunately, raw sewage is still flowing into the Charles River, making the river...

Viet Nam Soldiers Statue, MWRTA, 15 Blandin Ave. Framingham

Event for National POW/MIA Day in Framingham
September 14, 2026 - The United States’ National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed across the nation on the third Friday of September each year. The date this year is Friday, September 18th. Many Americans take the time to remember those who are missing in action and still not home as well as their families. 
National POW/MIA Recognition Day is not a federal public holiday in the United States but it is a national observance.
Americans across our country pause to remember the sacrifices and service of those who were prisoners of war (POW), as well as those who are still missing in action (MIA), and their families. All military installations fly the National League of Families’ POW/MIA flag, which symbolizes the nation’s remembrance of those who were imprisoned while serving in conflicts and those who remain missing.
In observance of this day we will hold gather on Friday, September 18th at our Vietnam Soldiers Statute, at the MWRTA Station, 15 Blandin Ave, Framingham, at 6:30PM. 
There are 1,565 service members nationwide still listed as MIA. Of those, 39 are from Massachusetts. We will be honoring each of those brave men, who gave all in service to their country, by reading their names in remembrance of those 39 from Massachusetts. 
The National League of Families’ POW/MIA flag symbolizes the United States’ resolve to never forget POW/MIAs or those who served their country in conflicts and are still missing. 
In capital letters on that flag are the words: “You Are Not Forgotten”.&nbsp;Please join us for this solemn and important event as we live up to those words. 
This event is weather dependent. For more information on this event, please contact event organizer Jim Pillsbury at 508 877 6009 jamesmpillsbury@gmail.com,

Local Event: POW/MIA Day Event

POW/MIA Day Event

Event for National POW/MIA Day in Framingham
September 14, 2026 - The United States’ National POW/MIA Recognition Day is...

Ephraim Curtis Middle School

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>.&nbsp;Our ride is a 1-mile loop that riders may enjoy as long as they would like. The one mile course is entirely paved and loops through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of historic Sudbury. Parents are welcome to ride with their children but it is not required. If a parent chooses to accompany their child on the bike, we ask that they register as volunteers.&nbsp;
Many kids choose to ride the loop 3-6-12 or even 15 times. We encourage riders to participate as long as they would like. We will have special badges for riders who accomplish 5-8-12 and 15 miles, too! Please indicate at registration an estimate of your rider's total distance (this will help us for event organization).&nbsp;There is also an enclosed parking lot loop all starting from Curtis Middle School in Sudbury, MA. (Adults may opt to register as volunteers if they would like to ride with the kids). Before the ride there will be music and bike decorating; during the ride and following there will be an Ice-Cream Truck, Food Truck, Coffee Truck, huge bouncy castle, lawn games, music and more. All registered riders will get a free ice cream from our friends at Trombetta’s Farm Ice Cream. Registration takes place from 8:30am-9:45am. The ride is from 10:00am-11:30am, and food and games will be available from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
“The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Always held the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research. Each summer, thousands of riders and volunteers from 43 states and 12 countries participate in the PMC, all with a common goal: to find a cure for cancer.
100 percent of all rider-raised funds go directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. The PMC is Dana-Farber’s single largest supporter and is 62 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. Since 1980, the PMC has raised $972 million for Dana-Farber.”
The Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride empowers young participants to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun activity. By offering multiple course options, every child will have the opportunity to participate and make a difference - regardless of age or ability. Each ride distance is carefully planned to be safe and enjoyable, with designated routes through historic Sudbury neighborhoods that are well-marked and closely monitored by volunteers. For the youngest participants, the tot lot loop provides a secure environment where kids can ride in a contained area - strollers, scooters, tricycles are ALL welcome!
Beyond the joy of bike riding, the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride serves as a powerful educational experience for children, teaching them about the impact of collective efforts in fighting cancer. As they pedal for a purpose, they learn about empathy, community involvement, and the importance of supporting breakthroughs in treatment and cures at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This event not only raises crucial funds for cancer research but also instills valuable life lessons in the young riders; collectively we all pedal towards a more cancer-free future. As with all PMC rides, every penny donated goes directly to cancer treatment and research at Dana-Farber.
Please join us on September 20th, 2026, for the <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>. We are also looking for volunteers of ALL ages to help us host an impactful and safe event. If you would prefer to contribute from a distance, you can donate to the ride by clicking the link below.
If you have any questions, please email the event organizer Tyler Steffey at <a href="mailto:tylersteffey@gmail.com" target="_blank">tylersteffey@gmail.com</a>.
<a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to RIDE here</a>
<a href="https://secure.kids.pmc.org/Volunteer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to VOLUNTEER here</a>
<a href="https://donate.kids.pmc.org/Sudbury/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Donate to the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride here</a>

Local Event: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride. Our ride is a 1-mile loop that...

First Parish of Sudbury

B’nai Torah MetroWest and Rabbi Emily Mathis invite members, friends, and the greater community to share the High Holy Days 5787/2026 with us!
We can’t wait to welcome back renowned singer-songwriter <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2pXRejwigfudTQqoptPmQ/videos" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Julie Silver</a>,&nbsp;who will be accompanied by musician Eric Eid-Reiner, along with Sandy Pochapin and Leslee Olender, members of our BTM choir. We look forward to sharing meaningful High Holy Day services with the community.
SCHEDULE
Monday, September 21, 2026 10 am – Yom Kippur Morning Service 2-3:30 pm – Learning Session with Rabbi Emily: Standing at the Threshold Join Rabbi Emily for a close look at Ne’ilah, the final service of Yom Kippur, and the powerful image at its heart: the gates about to close. We’ll look at what our tradition says about those gates – and how our tradition itself argues about whether it ever really shuts. 4 pm – Yizkor 5 pm – Ne’ilah 6 pm – Break Fast
<a href="https://bnaitorahmetrowest.org/news/high-holy-days-5787-2026/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">READ MORE/REGISTRATION</a>B'nai Torah MetroWest (BTM) is an inclusive, Reform community, located in Wayland, MA. It is part of the <a href="https://jlcmw.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jewish Learning Collaborative of Metrowest </a>(JLCMW), a Hebrew School that welcomes Jewish learners in grades Pre-K to Gr. 7 from area member synagogues and the greater community.
For additional information, see <a href="https://bnaitorahmetrowest.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">bnaitorahmetrowest.org</a> or contact <a href="mailto:btmoffice@bnaitorahmetrowest.org" target="_blank">btmoffice@bnaitorahmetrowest.org</a>/508•203•1833.

Local Event: Yom Kippur with Rabbi Emily Mathis, Singer-Songwriter Julie Silver & B'nai Torah MetroWest

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B’nai Torah MetroWest and Rabbi Emily Mathis invite members, friends, and the greater community to share the High Holy Days...

Yom Kippur with Rabbi Emily Mathis, Singer-Songwriter Julie Silver & B'nai Torah MetroWest

Join us on Saturday, September 26th at Green Meadows Cannabis Dispensary to celebrate... You!&nbsp;We'll have exclusive menu offerings, free food, partner pop-ups all day long, AWESOME raffle prizes, and a free gift for the first 100 customers of the day. We'll be grooving from the time we open at 9am until we close at 10pm, so stop by any time and check out what we've got going on in celebration of you - the guests and patients that we're honored to welcome each and every day!&nbsp;Check out our socials or sign up on our website for the Green Meadows Harvest Club to gain exclusive access and information. Must be 21+ or have a valid medical marijuana card to enter.&nbsp;

Local Event: Customer Appreciation Day at Green Meadows Dispensary

Customer Appreciation Day at Green Meadows...

Join us on Saturday, September 26th at Green Meadows Cannabis Dispensary to celebrate... You! We'll have exclusive menu...

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Needham Town Hall

Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from minimalism to traditionalism. Admission is $10 (children free) and includes access to a well-stocked guild marketplace and a chance to win a sparkly raffle quilt benefiting Project Bread.

Local Event: Quilts for Today

Quilts for Today

Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from...

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
<a href="https://www.noblespirit.com/roadshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">noblespirit.com/roadshow</a>

Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Curtis Middle School

Lace up your sneakers for a run or walk that benefits homeless animals with Save A Dog. This family-friendly 5K event features goodies, photos, and awards, with T-shirts and goody bags available for the first 100 registrants. Registration fees vary by date, and please note that dogs are welcome with walkers only.

Local Event: Miles For Mutts 5k

Miles For Mutts 5k

Lace up your sneakers for a run or walk that benefits homeless animals with Save A Dog. This family-friendly 5K event features...

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