5 Things: Founders Day, Fireworks, Graduation Day & More

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1. Expect a Rainy Saturday, Partly Sunny Sunday in Foxborough

Saturday’s weather in Foxborough, according to the National Weather Service based in Taunton, calls for rain likely before 2 p.m., then a slight chance of rain after 4 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. North wind 5 to 9 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Saturday night: A slight chance of showers before 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind around 6 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 80. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Sunday night: Patchy fog after 5 a.m. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 59.

2. Founders Day 2013 Schedule of Events

Foxborough will celebrate 25 years of Founders Day Saturday. Here’s the schedule of events.

Note: Schedule subject to change

• 8 to 10 a.m. - Booth Field Exhibit Set-up
• 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. - Parade assembles at 132 Central St.
• 11 a.m. - Parade starts at 132 Central St., toward Common, to Mechanic St., Railroad Ave., Bird St. around the Common to South St., ending at the Booth Playground.
• Noon to 5 p.m. - Activities at Booth Playground: Non-profit organizations provide food, games, raffles, crafts and other activities on the field.  Fire Dept Touch a Truck and SO MUCH MORE!  Multi-class FHS Reunion at the Reunion Tent.
• Noon to 4 p.m. - Live Music on Stage by:  “Twenty Past Two”
• Noon to 1 p.m. - Registration for Doll Carriage Parade
• 12:30 to 1 p.m. - Foxborough Fire Department Smoke House Demo and House Fire Demonstrations
• 1 p.m. – Doll Carriage Parade in the Hyland Rink – Note: In case of inclement weather the Doll Carriage Parade will be moved indoors to the American Legion Hall on Mechanic St. Please drop off Doll Carriage Parade participants close to tennis courts at the Booth Playground (or in case of rain, American Legion Hall)
• 2 p.m. - Cow Chip Bingo
• 7 to 8 p.m. - Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides (weather permitting)
• 7 to 9 p.m. - Live Music from “THE GALLEY DAWGS”
• 8 to 8:15 p.m. - Founders Day Raffle Drawings – Winners announced
• 9 to 9:30 p.m. -  Fireworks

3. Foxborough High School Class of 2013 Graduates Sunday

On Sunday, the community will come together to celebrate the graduation of the 209 Foxborough High School seniors that make up the Class of 2013.

Ceremonies will begin outdoors (weather permitting) on the Foxborough High School baseball field at 2 p.m. In the event of rain, the ceremony will be held inside the school's gymnasium and seats will be limited.

As of Friday, the National Weather Service’s projected forecast for Sunday is partly sunny, with a high near 80. West wind 5 to 10 mph.

4. Patriot Place Weekend Events

Here’s what’s happening around Patriot Place this weekend:                   

(Saturday, noon) - Spring Fever - Puppet Show: Join Patriot Place for a free puppet show in the Patriot Place Activity Center.

(Saturday 2 to 4 p.m.) - Zumba at Old Navy: Stop by Old Navy on June 8th for a Zumba presentation by Fierce Love Fitness. Also, stop in for the $5 select active running shorts one-day sale.

(Saturday) - New England Revolution vs. D.C. United: Come see the New England Revolution take on D.C. United at Gillette Stadium.

(Saturday) - Lotus Land at Showcase Live: With an unparalled performance, The American RUSH Tribute Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage.

(Sunday) - Field Day with Dad: The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon will host Field Day with Dad on Sunday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

(Sunday) - Liver Life Walk at Patriot Place: Join the American Liver Foundation as they host the Liver Life Walk at Patriot Place.

(Sunday) - Spring Fever - Balloon Artist: Hats - Animals - Your Challenges. Balloon Man Bruce will make them from balloons. Bruce has been delighting the children of New England for more than 10 years with his creations.

(Sunday) Spring Fever - Face Painting: Come to Patriot Place today to enjoy free face painting.

5. Kid’s Cancer Buzz-Off at Gillette Stadium is Sunday

One Mission, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support for children and families touched by pediatric cancer, is hosting its fourth annual Kid’s Cancer Buzz-Off with headliner Rob Gronkowski Sunday at Gillette Stadium.

Gronkowski will join hundreds of men, women and children as they “buzz” their heads in solidarity and support for those courageously fighting pediatric cancer, all to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.
 
Now in his third year participating in One Mission’s largest annual fundraising event, Gronkowski will lead the troops in shaving their locks in this collaborative, touching effort to help put an end to pediatric cancer. In addition to “getting buzzed,” Gronkowski will also “do the buzzing” for some of this year’s participants.

“It’s great to be back on board for this year’s Buzz-Off," said Gronkowski. "I’ll be making quite a few appeals to Gronknation over the next couple of months in hopes that we can get everyone involved in some way, so stay tuned in. These kids are incredibly special and deserve all the support we can give, no matter how big or small.”
 
At this year’s Kid’s Cancer Buzz-Off, One Mission seeks to recruit 800 “buzzees” and raise $1 million to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. One Mission, one of the largest community supporters of Boston Children’s Hospital, graciously funds over 60 percent of the programs and services offered in the resource room of the Hospital’s pediatric oncology floor including hosting activities such as yoga, arts & crafts therapy, spa days and game nights for its patients.

One Mission also provides financial assistance to families who have a child battling cancer. Gronkowski will help supplement One Mission’s dedication to enhancing the lives of pediatric cancer patients and their families through help, hope, care and support.
 
The fourth annual Kid’s Cancer Buzz-Off will take place Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Putnam Club level of Gillette Stadium. For more information, to register, to sponsor a “buzzee” or team or to make a donation, please visit: www.buzzforkids.org.