Monday, July 7, 2014

Downtown Construction Project meeting - Jul 10 - 6:30 PM

The downtown construction project work will soon begin. Yes, you have heard that before but it is finally here. Get the latest insights on the schedule at the meeting Thursday, July 10th at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Piece Science Building on the Dean College campus.

Directions to the building are included in the notice below:




Dean College - main entrance
Dean College - main entrance

Franklin Library: Medieval Mania

A workshop on medieval history and weaponry for students in grades 6 through 12 will be held at the Franklin Public Library, Tuesday, July 8th at 2:30 PM.

medieval mania for teens
medieval mania for teens


This was shared from the Library page
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2014/07/medieval-mania-for-teens.html


Zentangle Class Wednesday July 16th at Jane's Frames



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Zentangle Class
Dear Steve,
Wednesday ,  July 16th, 6:00-8:30 at Jane's Frames.

Zentangle is a meditative artform that anyone can do!
 No art experience is needed.  

The cost of this 2 hour class is $35.00, it includes the Zentangle kit, so you can continue creating your tangles at home. Please RSVP soon as the class  fills up quickly! After you call or e-mail, I will send you additional information about the class.




 After 14 months of enjoying the relaxing and inspiring process of creating Zen-tangles,  in June  2012 , I was fortunate enough to attend a  three and a half day long course, along with over 100 attendees from all over the world, in order to become a certified Zentangle teacher.
The instructors,  Marie Thomas and Rick Roberts,

are the co-founders of Zentangle.   I am so pleased to be a Certified Zentangle Teacher,  and I now am proud to add CZT after my name! 



What is Zentangle?
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. 
Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being. The Zentangle method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of skills, interests and ages.

For more information go to QUICK LINKS on right sidebar.

A very Special Thank you goes to my friend Cathy Corcoran, a true Angel on earth, who introduced me to Zentangle over 16 months ago. I have been enjoying this relaxing and inspiring process ever since. It was through Cathy's joy of presenting what she loves, generosity of spirit and inspiration that drew me into the world of tangling. I am forever grateful!

Joyfully and Thankfully Yours,

Jane Curran, CZT
Jane's Frames

Zentangle Class
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Anyhting is possible, one stroke at a time
Zentangle tiles from class
A sample of creations from an Zentangle Class of first time tanglers.
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Sunday, July 6, 2014

Franklin's 4th of July - events today

Sunday, July 6th: 
  • 1pm-7pm   Food Booths and Amusements Open
  • 2pm-3:30pm   PARADE
  • 3:30pm   Tyler Zajac Solo



refreshments will open at 1:00 PM Sunday
refreshments will open at 1:00 PM Sunday

the rides will open at 1:00 PM Sunday
the rides will open at 1:00 PM Sunday


The complete schedule of events for Franklin's 4th of July can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/franklins-4th-of-july-schedule.html

Franklin Historical Museum: The Wedding Dresses are back. Now through the end of July


A display of wedding dresses from the museum's collection as well as gowns on loan fill the museum with beauty, elegance and nostalgia. Learn a little bit about the history of the wedding gown style and when a famous royal greatly influenced style, making white the color of choice for brides. 
The ever popular Parachute dress made from a Japanese parachute sent home to the bride Emma Veluti by her groom Edward Rabioli during WWII. This 1940's gown designed by Ida Santoro features a beautiful 15ft court train. 
A new gown on display this year was worn by Stella Kehoyas in 1956 when she married Nicholas Jeon. Many Franklin residents will remember that Stella and Nick Jeon ran 'Jimmies' uptown, on the bridge for many years. Stella went on to entertain with her thoughtful interviews of notable Franklin residents. 
Another new gown in the exhibit represents the beautiful detail of the modern age and was worn by the late Cheryl Getchell at her 1993 wedding to Michael Vendetti. 
The oldest gown in the collection, made with whalebone stays in the lace trimmed bodice, is the 1890 dress worn by Julia Clausmeyer when she married her groom John Daesen. Lace from this gown was used 45 years later to make the hat that completed the outfit of Mrs. Daesen's daughter, Florence May Daesen at her 1935 marriage to Edward Murphy. 
The delicate white chiffon dress worn by Jeannett LaBastie on the day she wed Edmund Pisani is also part of the display. 
The gowns are accompanied by photos, stories and memorabilia that complete the picture of the dresses and the brides that wore them. 
one of the wedding gowns on display
one of the wedding gowns on display

Visit the museum

  • Thursday evenings from 5:00PM to 8:00PM
  • Saturdays from 10:00AM to 1:00PM 
  • Sundays from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.

The Franklin Historical museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Route 140.

Updated Curbside Flyer

The updated curb side recycling and trash information arrived in the mail this week. The listing of holidays that alters the pickup schedule is one of the key items in the flyer. Our normal pick up is Wednesday and knowing if this week is 'normal' or not helps.

recycle and trash bins
recycle and trash bins


You can view a copy here




or here as the Franklin DPW did post this to the webpage here (PDF)
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recycling/WM_00279_Franklin%206pg%202014_rF2.pdf

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Franklin's 4th of July - events today

Saturday, July 5th:
  • Children's Day 
  • 12pm-10pm   Food Booths and Amusements Open
  • 12 noon   Children's Parade
  • 1pm-2pm   Vics and Sticks (Family Entertainment)
  • 2pm-3pm   Jamie Barrett
  • 3pm-4:30pm   Flippo the Clown (Juggling and Balloon Artistry)
  • 4pm-7pm   Franklin Idol Contest
  • 7pm-10pm   Groove Doctors Band (local musicians)

UPDATED: Laser Light Show July 5th 10 PM  at the Town Common

Toy Story
Toy Story

Twister
Twister


The complete schedule of events for Franklin's 4th of July can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/franklins-4th-of-july-schedule.html


MassBudget: Analyzing the Legislature's FY 2015 Budget



MassBudget   Information.
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Analyzing the Legislature's Budget for FY 2015

On June 30th the Legislature enacted the state budget for the fiscal year starting July 1st 2014. While the Governor, House, and Senate had some different priorities and each introduced new initiatives, there was significantly more agreement throughout this year's process than last year. With the limited revenue available, there was a consensus on the need to keep commitments made last year: 
  • to make needed investments in our transportation systems;
  • to  continue restoring some of the deep funding cuts made to the state's higher education system during the 20000's; and
  • to fund reforms of the system for paying human service providers. 

The final budget also reflects a shared commitment to begin to strengthen the capacity of the state Department of Children and Families and to make new investments in substance abuse treatment and prevention.

The Governor now has ten days from the enactment of the budget to sign it and veto any outside sections, line items, or portions of line items. The budget then returns to the Legislature which can either let vetoes stand or override them with a two thirds vote of the House and Senate.

The Budget Monitor at this link describes funding levels and initiatives throughout the state budget and compares them to years past.

The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts.

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FHS Last Tour: Cafeteria - Student Art Work (photos)


Continuing the walk among the corridors of the current Franklin High School and capturing photos as I walked.

cafeteria wall 1
cafeteria wall 1

cafeteria wall 2
cafeteria wall 2

cafeteria wall 3
cafeteria wall 3

cafeteria wall 4
cafeteria wall 4

cafeteria wall 4 - painted by
cafeteria wall 4 - painted by

cafeteria wall 5
cafeteria wall 5

cafeteria wall 6
cafeteria wall 6

cafeteria wall 7
cafeteria wall 7



Photos shared earlier can be found here:

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/07/fhs-last-tour-corridors-and-student-art.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-corridors-and-student-art_30.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-corridors-and-student-art_29.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-corridors-and-welcome-to.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-corridors-and-student-art.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-field-house-small-gym.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/fhs-last-tour-field-house-photos.html


Note: all the photos will be posted to Facebook and to Flickr for anyone to view in a single place. The locations are already established and photos will be added to them over time.

Facebook album       Flickr album



"River Runs Through"

From the Pour Richard's Newsletter:
This mural, created by the Franklin community at last year's Harvest Festival, has been donated to the Franklin Food Pantry. It is being exhibited at different locations around town this summer, and right now, it's at Pour Richard's! 
Stop in to view the mural, and while you're here, please consider purchasing a raffle ticket. The winning ticket will be drawn at this fall's Harvest Festival, and the winner can decide to take the mural home or donate it to an appropriate public space: Town Hall, a school, the library, etc. 
Many thanks to Jane Curran of Jane's Frames for initiating this great project!
"River Runs Through"
"River Runs Through"

You can visit Pour Richard's to purchase a raffle ticket (or two). Tickets are $5 each.
http://pourrichardswine.com/

More about the community painting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/12/a-river-runs-through.html

and here
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2013/12/community-mural-project-at-janes-frames.html

Friday, July 4, 2014

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 7/4/14 - THU 7/12/14

FRI 7/4   HAPPY 4th of JULY!
FRI 7/4  12-6pm   Farmers Market at Franklin Common
FRI 7/4   12-10pm 4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Amusements and Food Booths Open
FRI 7/4   1-4pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Tyler Zajac’s Band
FRI 7/4   4-10pm 4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Impersonators: 4-6pm Frank Sinatra, 8-10pm Michael Jackson


SAT 7/5   12-10pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Amusements and Food Booths Open
SAT 7/5   12pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Children’s Parade
SAT 7/5   1-2pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin:  Vics and Sticks Family Entertainment
SAT 7/5   2-3pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Jamie Barrett
SAT 7/5   3-4:30pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Flippo the Clown
SAT 7/5   4-7pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Franklin Idol Contest
SAT 7/5   7-10pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Groove Doctors Band
SAT 7/5   9:30pm Bellingham Fireworks at Bellingham HS
SAT 7/5   10pm   Milford Fireworks, Fino Annex - Granite Street
SAT 7/5   10pm Laser Light Show in Franklin at Town Common

SUN 7/6   1-7pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Amusements and Food Booths Open
SUN 7/6   2-3:30pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Parade
SUN 7/6   3:30pm   4th of July Celebration in Franklin: Tyler Zajac Solo
SUN 7/6   9:30pm   Walpole Fireworks (parade starts at 6pm)

MON 7/7   6:30pm   Family PJ Storytime at Franklin Public Library

TUE 7/8   2:30pm   Medieval Mania (teen program) at Franklin Public Library
TUE 7/8   4pm   Lego Club and Games for all ages at Franklin Public Library

WED 7/9   3pm   Animal World Experience at Franklin Public Library
WED 7/9   6pm   Concerts on the Common in Franklin: storyteller Elaine Kessler followed by the Roy Scott Big Band

THU 7/10   3pm   Art and Science of Puppets at Franklin Public Library. 3-part workshop, registration required.

For more on 4th of July Celebrations in Franklin click HERE.

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com

Franklin's 4th of July Schedule

Friday, July 4th: 
  • 12pm-10pm   Food Booths and Amusements Open
  • 1pm-4pm   Tyler Zajac's Band
  • 4pm-10pm    Impersonators
  • 4pm-6pm   Frank Sinatra (Mike Kelly's Favorite)
  • 8pm-10pm   Michael Jackson



swinger
swinger

Tooterville
Tooterville

The complete schedule of events for Franklin's 4th of July can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/franklins-4th-of-july-schedule.html

Through the years with Franklin Matters on the 4th of July

There are many new readers this year so stepping back into the time capsule will help the new readers and maybe shine some light on something others have missed. 

What has Franklin Matters posted on the 4th of July?
Franklin Matters
Franklin Matters

2012"We, the people"

2011Family tradition

2010Links of Interest on the 4th of July

2009Happy 4th of July

2008 - there was no posting on the 4th, however you can cruise among the archives for the month here:  http://www.franklinmatters.org/2008_07_01_archive.html

2007 - Franklin Matters was 'born' during this year as I was posting on my personal blog and this site didn't become real until November 2007. 



Let me remind you that

  • If you like what I am doing here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don’t like something, please tell me

Thank you for reading. Enjoy your holiday weekend!


Thursday, July 3, 2014

Today on the Town Common


Thursday, July 3rd:
• 6pm-10pm   Food Booths and Amusements Open
• 7pm-10pm   Loose Salute (Mike Nesmith and the Monkees and others )
• 10pm   LASER LIGHT SHOW


Super Slide
Super Slide

Swampgator
Swampgator
The complete schedule for the 4th of July events can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/franklins-4th-of-july-schedule.html

red, white, and blue

The Franklin Downtown Partnership found the proper mix of flower blossoms this year. The mix of red, white, and blue blossoms gives the downtown a patriotic color.

red, white, and blue downtown colors
red, white, and blue downtown colors

red, white, and blue downtown colors 1
red, white, and blue downtown colors 1

red, white, and blue downtown colors 2
red, white, and blue downtown colors 2

red, white, and blue downtown colors 3
red, white, and blue downtown colors 3

Individual citizens can join the Partnership for only $25/year. For additional information about the Franklin Downtown Partnership visit their webpage  http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/

Yoga on the Beach (Chilson Beach)

One of the Franklin Recreation programs that caught my eye:
Let go of your busy week and gift yourself an hour of yoga on the beach. While surrounded by the vastness of the sky and the sound of water, let stress flow away and clear your mind. 
Learn how to regulate breathing and activate a feeling of serenity at the same time as you strengthen and tone your body through gentle yoga asana. 
All levels welcome. This class will be held at Beaver Pond. 
If you have any questions please contact the instructor, Jo Ann at lalibert1@verizon.net

Sunday mornings beginning July 6 and running through Aug 24 (no class on 7/20 or 8/17)

Chilson Beach on Earth Day 2014
Chilson Beach on Earth Day 2014


Other summer programs for the Recreation Department can be found in this program:




Registration can be done online: http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recreation/index

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Today on the Town Common


Wednesday, July 2nd: 
• 6pm-10pm   Food Booths and Amusements Open
• 7pm-10pm   Matt Zajac's Band


Berry Go Round
Berry Go Round

Convoy Race
Convoy Race

The complete schedule of events for Franklin's 4th of July can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/franklins-4th-of-july-schedule.html


Road updates

Several side streets off Union that had been crack sealed are now 'chip sealed' (I think that is the term). The walk on Sunday revealed Delta Dr, Odyssey Lane and Parmenter Way as newly coated.


Parmenter Way
Parmenter Way

Odyssey Lane
Odyssey Lane

Delta Drive
Delta Drive

There will be a dedicated override on the ballot for the November election.for the Franklin voters to decide on raising additional funds to help cover road repairs.

The override question text

Reporting from the Town Council meeting to approve the question

Mosaic made on the Blueberry Lane crack seal


Franklin Food Pantry: Important Updates

The Franklin Food Pantry (FFP) is pleased to announce that Erin Lynch has been named as Executive Director. The Board’s decision reflects the strategic direction of the organization towards collaborative initiatives addressing hunger, poverty, and community health.
Erin’s fifteen years of experience in Nonprofit Sector leadership and development have focused on facilitating community collaborations. In previous roles Erin served as Executive Director of a seventeen-organization strategic alliance, secured a multi-million dollar community grant for the Phoenix area and administered the Arizona Department of Economic Security Volunteer Services contract. She holds national certification in Nonprofit Management through the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Innovation, is certified with the International Association of Facilitators, and has been trained in Group Facilitation Methods by the Institute of Cultural Affairs.
Linda Sottile has moved on to look for other opportunities. Linda has been instrumental in the operations of FFP for the past five years.  The Board of Directors wishes Linda all the best in her future endeavors. We appreciate all the great work that she has helped to achieve.
The Food Pantry is normally closed during the week before the 4th of July. It will open on schedule following the holiday. The Healthy Futures Fresh Produce Market continues every Tuesday from 4:00-5:00pm through October. The Mobile Pantry will continue visiting three Franklin locations as part of its pilot program on the following schedule:
  • Central Park Terrace on the 2nd Monday
  • 45 Winter Street on the 3rd Monday
  • The Franklin Senior Center on the 4th Monday
Volunteers can sign up to help with the Healthy Futures Market or the Mobile Pantry by visiting the FFP webpage or by calling the pantry at 508-528-3115 and choosing ext 2.
Franklin Food Pantry
Franklin Food Pantry

About The Franklin Food Pantry
Established in 1987, the mission of the Franklin Food Pantry is to provide immediate hunger relief and healthy sustainable solutions, by empowering the community through resources, education and collaboration. It is part of the Greater Boston Food Bank network and depends entirely on support and donations from volunteers, corporate partners and the community at large. The Franklin Food Pantry is located at 43 West Central Street, Route 140 and can accept donations during business hours, Tuesday - Friday, 9am -1pm. Non-perishables may also be dropped off after hours in the bin by the front door. Monetary donations may be mailed to Franklin Food Pantry, PO Box 116, Franklin MA 02038 or made securely online via the FFP webpage:  franklinfoodpantry.org, You can like the pantry’s page on Facebook, follow FFP on Twitter, or call FFP at 508-528-3115. The Franklin Food Pantry is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization FEIN # 04-3272663.