Sunday, May 15, 2016

In the News: Cultural Festival applications, adult coloring at the Library

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin
The performance opportunities application for this year's Franklin Cultural District Festival is now available. 
The festival will run from July 27-30, with opening ceremonies taking place at Franklin Town Common, located on Union Street. The closing ceremonies will take place at THE BLACK BOX, 15 W. Central St. 
Applications are due no later than May 23. For information and the application: franklinsculturalfestival.org.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160514/franklin-cultural-district-festival-releases-application

The application to propose a performance for the Festival can be found here
http://www.franklinsculturalfestival.org/2016/05/2nd-annual-franklin-cultural-festival.html

2nd Annual Franklin Cultural Festival - July 27-30
2nd Annual Franklin Cultural Festival - July 27-30



"With coloring a popular activity for children and adults, the Bacon Free Library has created a family coloring group that has become quite popular. Jain said participating in an activity like coloring makes it easier for older kids to talk with their parents and adults. 
"You don't have to make eye contact," she said. "That makes it a little easier to talk." 
Though Franklin does not have a group, adult coloring is sometimes offered on Saturdays as a special coffee and craft program, said Felicia Oti, director of the Franklin Public Library."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160514/local-libraries-show-that-coloring-isnt-just-for-kids-anymore

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