Framingham Citizen Participation Officer

08/27/2026

Another beautiful day at the Framingham Farmer’s Market!!!

08/25/2026

The Framingham CULTURAL COUNCIL SEEKS FUNDING PROPOSALS

Applications for grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs are being accepted from Sept 1, 2026 to October 15, 2026.

These grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Framingham -- including exhibits, festivals, field trips, performances in schools, workshops, and lectures.

The Framingham Cultural Council (FCC) is available to assist applicants with questions. We will be at the Farmer’s Market on Thursday, Sept 17th from 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. and also at Framingham Fest on Oct 3, 2026 from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. on the Framingham Centre Common. Applicants can also feel free to contact the Framingham Cultural Council directly, and we can assist you by email, phone, or meet in person as needed.

The Mass Cultural Council is also hosting a webinar on September 10th at 6pm – you can register here: https://massculturalcouncil.org/event/local-tribal-cultural-council-fy27-grant-applicant-info-session/

Please see the Mass Cultural Council for more information and to apply.
https://massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/

08/07/2026

What do you love about Framingham??? Please take a moment and let us know how we can make it better!

08/06/2026

Come down to City Hall on August 15 & 16 for a free community placemaking event, "This Is Your Plaza" ("Esta es tu Plaza" / "Esta é a sua Praça" / "यह आपकी प्लाजा है"), from 1pm-5pm.

This will be a welcoming community plaza inspired by gathering places from around the world. There will be music, games, conversation tables, giant coloring stations, complimentary tacos from Thee Taco Dude, and free ice cream from Eastleigh Farm. It's a celebration of Framingham's diversity, and everyone is welcome!
It will take place in Nevin's Hall!

08/05/2026

Great nite for National Night Out with Framingham Police Department and City of Framingham Parks & Recreation Department!!!

08/04/2026

Tonight is the nite! Hope to see you there! Framingham Police Department

National Night Out is in one week! Please join us in strengthening our police-community partnerships during this fun night out. Hope to see you there!

When: Tuesday, August 4th
Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm
Where: 700 Winter St, Cushing Memorial Park

08/03/2026

Check this out and don't miss out!!!!!!!!!!!

!! LAST CHANCE !!

Registration is open until 3:00pm TODAY!

Looking for something to do on Friday?
Join our amazing Outdoor Adventure Clinic for a day of archery, kayaking/canoeing, fishing and map/compass reading!

Friday, August 7
Kids ages 8 - 14 years
9:00am - 2:00pm
Waushakum Beach

$120 resident / $130 non-resident

For more information, and to register, please visit www.framinghamrec.com




To support inclusive access, the flyer attached to this post states that Framingham Parks & Recreation is offering an Outdoor Adventure program for youth ages 8–14 on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Waushakum Beach. Participants will enjoy a day of outdoor activities including archery, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and map and compass reading. The registration fee is $120 for Framingham residents and $130 for non-residents. Participants should bring a backpack with a change of clothing, lunch and snacks, a refillable water bottle, and appropriate clothing with waterproof shoes. To register or learn more, visit www.framinghamrec.com.

07/29/2026

We had a fantastic day at the Farmer’s Market where I was lucky enough to have many of the interns from the Mayor’s Internship Program join me! Super great group of young adults going out into the world to do great things!!!

07/29/2026

Due to the weather, the following programs are cancelled for today - Wednesday, July 29, 2026:

- Tennis Clinic (make-up on Friday)
- Hitting & Fielding Clinic (make-up on Friday)
- Flag Football Clinic (make-up on Friday)
- Men's Softball Playoff Games
- Wednesday Night Family Track Meet
- Summer Concert at Veterans Memorial Park (concerts will now be held 8/12 & 8/26)

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.






To support inclusive access, the image attached to this post features a dark blue-gray background of a rain-covered window, conveying stormy weather. Across the center is a prominent white rectangular banner with a red border. Inside the banner, the word "CANCELLED" appears in large, bold, uppercase red letters, with "DUE TO WEATHER" in smaller uppercase red text beneath it. The Parks & Recreation logo is centered near the bottom of the image.