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Raising Framingham is a place for parents (and grandparents) to drop-in and discuss a different topic every Wednesday.
Carrot Souffle This vegetable side dish is so delicious you will think its a dessert!1 lb. cooked carrots 3 eggs 1/3 cup sugar 3 tab. flour1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking powder 1 melted stick margarine 1 dash cinnamon Blend everything together in blender.  Pour into a greased 1 1/2 qt. dish.  Topping:  1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts  1/4 cup cornflake crumbs 3 tab. brown sugar  2 tab. melted margarine  Mix together with spoon and gently sprinkle by hand to cover surface of ingredients in casserole dish.  Bake at 350' for 45 min. - 1 hour uncovered Note: recipe only feeds about 8; typically I …
Welcome to Raising Framingham. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! My daughter wanted macaroni and cheese last weekend. We make homemade mac 'n cheese at home - no "blue" box at this house. But when it came to eating out, I couldn…
Welcome to Raising Framingham. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Friendly's filed for bankruptcy and announced 30 stores will close in Massachusetts. Framingham's last Friendly's at Temple and Route 9 is NOT on the list. What is…
Welcome to Raising Framingham. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Facebook rolled out changes last week. Do you approve? Do you find you use Facebook less or more now with the changes? As a parent do you connect with other …
Welcome to Raising Framingham. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Framingham Public Schools will be looking to hire a new Superintendent this year. Superintendent Steven Hiersche announced the day before school started, that he …
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Are bedtimes changing? …
 Welcome to Raising Framingham our weekly feature in which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on an issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Framingham…
Welcome to Raising Framingham our weekly feature in which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Framingham …
Welcome to Raising Framingham through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! CNN reported this week …
Chores. The word brings a myriad of images to mind and none particularly positive especially in the eyes of children. As a mother of 9-year-old old twin boys and a 6-year-old boy, I pretty much do all of the household chores including shopping and cooking. As the children are getting older, it’s struck me that it’s high time for some consistent chores.  How old should kids be to start chores? Should they get paid?  One of my dearest friends and mother of four had come up with a printed list of chores for each of her kids who range from age 4 to 13. Each child is given age-appropriate tasks. I…
Welcome to Raising Framingham our weekly feature in which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Yesterday, …
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion …
Parents, what do you love best about Framingham? Share your ideas with Framingham Patch as we build a guide to some of the most interesting and fun things to do in town. For one week, starting Monday July 25, we’ll feature stories, photos, and videos showing off the best of Framingham. Tell us what you love about the town and we’ll include it as part of this project.  You can email us or leave a suggestion in the comment section below. Be sure to check out our Facebook page too for updates and discussions. What Do You Know? Do you know of any hidden gems? What about some fun kid activities or…
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham, our new name for the Moms Talk Q&A feature, through which you and your circle of friends are invited to offer your opinions and advice about issues that are of interest to families. Each week in Raising Framingham we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion…
Welcome to Raising Framingham. Weekly, we invite parents (and grandparents) to debate an issue, ask a question, or become  part of the conversation on a specific topic. Framingham Patch's Moms Council members will jump into the discussion or weigh in on a issue or help answer a question, as well. As Framingham Patch is an interactive community new site, we want you to join in the discussion too. Don't be shy! Prompted by a mom who went on a shopping spree this weekend for a child who had outgrown last year's warm-weather outfits, where do you go to buy summer clothes for your kids? Please …

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