Franklin Cultural District: Veterans wreath ceremony, Coffee & Conversation, CD release party among the list as #artshappenhere

Thursday, January 25
2:30pm GARTA public hearing (Franklin Senior Center)
6pm Open Mic Night @67 Degrees Brewing

Wreath Ceremony

Friday, January 26
9:00am Wreath Ceremony (Franklin Veterans Walkway on the Town Common)
3:00pm Coffee & Conversation with President Elmore (Franklin Public Library)
6:30pm An Evening with Spirit with Psychic Medium Cathy Ripley Greene

Live Music and CD Release by Second Son Band 

Saturday, January 27
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
7:00pm Live Music and CD Release by Second Son Band (First Universalist Society of Franklin)

Sunday, January 28
1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar   https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:   https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Doglio Coffee ready to move around for your event

"The weather is getting us excited for the event season!

This year we’ll have two of our mobile coffee shops hitting the road and available for booking.

Visit our site or send us an email dogliocoffee@gmail.com for a quote and custom ideas for how we can create your ideal event experience."

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CosCB-vuwwt/

Visit the Doglio page online ->  https://dogliocoffee.com/

Doglio Coffee ready to move around for your event

Town of Franklin, MA: new popup shops ribbon cutting held Friday

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) tweeted  Sun, Oct 31, 2021:

"Take a quick stop by the two newest #PopUpShops in Franklin, @EscapeIntoFictn and #DoglioCoffee for some great treats! 

Thank you to @MassEOHED for the state grant! The coffee is delicious and we could all use some great fiction to take us away! 

Perfect time for the holidays! ☕️📚 https://t.co/WVjY7yw5Lg"

(https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1454814712915501064?t=OWCAlItlfYyHR3GhzdPsuQ&s=03)

Town of Franklin, MA: new popup shops ribbon cutting @TOFranklinMA photo

Doglio Coffee will open on Nov 10. In the meantime, you can check out their webpage and order online  https://dogliocoffee.com/

Escape into Fiction will be open everyday except for Monday. Peruse the books on the shelf, if you don't find one you want, they can order it for you.  https://escapeintofiction.com/ 

And don't forget that Greco Designs is operating as well in their location downtown  https://www.grecodesigncompany.com/

The Town of Franklin press release announcing their openings was shared here

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/10/franklin-pop-up-shops-expand.html

Franklin Pop up shops Expand

Bookstore and Coffee Shop Combination Coming to Franklin’s Downtown for a Limited Time

The Town of Franklin is pleased to announce “Escape into Fiction'' and “Doglio Coffee'' as the latest round of businesses to occupy the 70 East Central St. Pop Shop Opportunity Space. The Town hopes residents and visitors of Franklin stop in and check out the new local businesses.

Escape into Fiction is a fiction only bookstore carrying genres such as horror, romance, science fiction, mystery and more. The bookstore will open its doors on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021 at 10:00 AM.

Residents can expect a variety of bookmarks, totes, stickers, puzzles and coloring books from Escape into Fiction. Their diverse catalog ensures there is something for people of all ages to enjoy. Owners April and Michael Rock had hoped to establish a brick and mortar store prior to the pandemic, however, they decided to pursue an online only business model due to the circumstances the pandemic presented. After making an unexpected move from Ohio to Franklin, they are excited to pick up where they left off in their new home. 

Franklin Pop up shops Expand

"Escape Into Fiction feels incredibly honored to have the opportunity to participate in the Town of Franklin Pop Up Shop project. This has been the perfect way for us to introduce ourselves to our new community and we can't wait to meet everyone!" said April Rock.

Their Pop Shop partner, Doglio Coffee, specializes in offering high quality organic coffee and will launch in early November. Doglio Coffee utilizes direct trade to ensure ethically sourced beans. Their coffee is low-acidity, made with quadruple-filtered water and brewed in small batches to maintain pristine quality.

Owners Alexa Monochio and Steve Poirier witnessed the authentic connections made over a great cup of coffee during a trip to Italy. Yearning to help create authentic moments back home, they launched Doglio in Feb. 2021. They hope to continue to celebrate great coffee and connections through the Pop Shop Franklin Initiative.

The Pop Shop Opportunity Spaces will be filled until December 31, 2021 when the Franklin Pop Shop Initiative is completed due to grant requirements by the state grant. Residents are encouraged to visit the second Pop Shop Opportunity Space (2A Main St. in Franklin) which has been utilized by Greco Design Co. since June. This program was made possible by a Regional Pilot Project Grant issued by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development.

Learn more about the Pop Shop Franklin Initiative by visiting: www.franklinma.gov/economic-development/pages/pop-shop-franklin

For more information about the Franklin Pop Shop businesses, be sure to visit their websites and connect with them on social media.

Learn more at escapeintofiction.com 
Learn more at dogliocoffee.com
Learn more at grecodesigncompany.com

Media Contact: Lily Rivera riveral@franklinps.net Office:508- 520-4888 

Cake Bar update - closing Aug 14 to re-open (TBD) with new owners

"Hi everyone! It is with sadness we inform you that The Cake Bar is closing its doors. We want to thank the town of Franklin, surrounding towns, and all our customers for your loyalty and friendship throughout the years. Our last day will be Saturday, August 14th, so come in to get your treats and smoothie bowls while they last.

We know you need your smoothie fix, so look for upcoming news about Sippin’ Smoothies and bowls on Facebook or Instagram! @sippinsmoothies   

(https://www.instagram.com/sippinsmoothies/)

The new owners will continue to provide you with beautiful, delicious custom cakes and cupcakes, and will also turn it into a wonderful place for breakfast and lunch. They will be shutting down for renovations but make sure to look for the grand opening in the fall! We’ll see you there and we can all give them a big welcome!

Thank you all so much - The Cake Bar"

Shared from Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSMlzSILutP/?utm_medium=copy_link

Cake Bar update - closing Aug 14 to re-open (TBD) with new owners

A Franklin Treasure - Elizabeth's Bagels (audio)

FM #457 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 457 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Jen Garcia of Elizabeth’s Bagels. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

We talk about: 

• A quick background on Elizabeth’s Bagels
• Adjustments made and being made during this COVID-19 pandemic
• As a small businesses some issues with 3rd party delivery companies

Links to Elizabeth's Bagels webpage are included in the show notes. The recording runs about 18 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Jen.

Audio file = https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/72225fc3-d171-4ad9-a9c0-8f2f77f1b236/fm-457-elizabethsbagels-20210125.mp3

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Find Elizabeth’s Bagels at 456 West Central Street, Franklin

• webpage = https://elizabethsbagels.com/ 
• Facebook page = https://www.facebook.com/pages/Elizabeths-Bagels/84301856675 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
 
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

A Franklin Treasure - Elizabeth's Bagels (audio)

Franklin Senior Center: Virtual Coffee Hour - Dec 17

Attention Franklin Seniors! 

Join in on a virtual coffee hour with State & Local officials next Thursday, December 17th at 8:30am. 

Register in advance for this meeting:  https://t.co/vf97BpBYPX?amp=1

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 

Franklin Senior Center: Virtual Coffee Hour - Dec 17

Town of Franklin, MA: Senior Coffee Hours - Nov 19

This month's Senior Coffee Hours with State and Local Officials will be held on Thursday, November 19th at 8:30 AM.  

 

Join Zoom Meeting  =  https://t.co/3NfQGIfN78
Meeting ID: 865 3864 3813  Passcode: 883566

Via Phone: Dial-in at 1-646-558-8656 

 

#Seniors #Connections @jeffroy @FranklinSrCntr 

https://t.co/788RD39SuU

Town of Franklin, MA: Senior Coffee Hours - Nov 19

November VIRTUAL Veterans Coffee Social - Nov 4

November VIRTUAL Veterans Coffee Social

Join us! Wednesday, November 4 at 10:00 AM

HELLO VETERANS!

It's hard to believe November (and Election Day!) is right around the corner! As most of you know, the Franklin Senior Center is still closed to the public. Dale and Debra continue to work from home and the office on alternating days.

We hope you and your families are remaining healthy and safe by wearing face coverings and observing social distancing guidelines when out in public. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly after going to the store or appointments. Keeping hand sanitizer in your car is a good idea too!

Flu shots are available at local pharmacies. If you're over 65, you may want to call ahead to be sure your pharmacy has the high-dose influenza vaccine in stock.

The Veterans' Office will be hosting our monthly coffee social via Zoom on Wednesday, November 4 at 10:00 AM

We hope you can join us for veterans' updates and conversation with fellow veterans! Feel free to extend the invitation to other veterans who may not be on our contact list.

If you have not participated in a Zoom call yet, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your device before joining us.

Here is the log-in information for the November 2020 meeting only:

Join Zoom via URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89494755344

Call in number: 1-929-205-6099

Enter Meeting ID: 894 9475 5344 and press #

For more information, contact the Veterans Services Office at: (508) 613-1315.

We look forward to chatting with you at the November Coffee Social!

November VIRTUAL Veterans Coffee Social - Nov 4

Town of Franklin, MA: October Senior Coffee Hour - Oct 15

The October Senior Coffee with Franklin Officials is scheduled for next Thursday, October 15 at 8:30 AM. 

 

Find the meeting link - Join Zoom Meeting  https://t.co/xY0HvlN7QK...
Meeting ID: 831 5465 3026
Passcode: 703738

 

Shared from Twitter:  https://t.co/97k2I0E25e

Town of Franklin, MA: October Senior Coffee Hour - Oct 15

October 2020 VIRTUAL Coffee Social - Oct 7

October 2020 VIRTUAL Coffee Social

Join us Wednesday, October 7 at 10:00 a.m.

HELLO VETERANS!

We hope you all had a wonderful summer despite restrictions caused by the pandemic. It's hard to believe autumn officially begins tomorrow, September 22!

We hope you and your families are remaining healthy and safe by wearing face coverings and observing social distancing guidelines when out in public.

Remember to wash your hands thoroughly after going to the store or appointments. Keeping hand sanitizer in your car is a good idea too!

 

We will be hosting our monthly coffee social via Zoom on Wednesday, October 7 at 10:00 AM.

 

We hope you can join us for veterans' updates and conversation with fellow veterans! Feel free to extend the invitation to other veterans who may not be on our contact list.

 

If you have not participated in a Zoom call yet, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your device before joining us.

 

Here is the log-in information for the October meeting only:

Join Zoom via URL:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87590054730

 

Call in number: 1-929-205-6099

Enter Meeting ID: 875 9005 4730 and press #

 

For more information, contact the Veterans Services Office at: (508) 613-1315.

We look forward to chatting with you at the October Coffee Social!

 

 

October 2020 VIRTUAL Coffee Social - Oct 7

Senior Coffee Hour with Local and State Officials - Sep 17

Senior Coffee Hour with Local and State Officials

A Senior Coffee Hour with local and state officials is scheduled for this Thursday, September 17 at 8:30 AM. 

Join Zoom via URL
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84045863217?pwd=NDdjUHFHZitsWmMxMzVrZWF5U2U3QT09

Call-in Number 1-312-626-6799  Meeting ID: 840 4586 3217
Passcode: 335355

Senior Coffee Hour with Local and State Officials - Sep 17

September Veterans VIRTUAL Coffee Social - Sep 2

September VIRTUAL Coffee Social

Join us! Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 a.m.

HELLO VETERANS!

It's hard to believe summer is almost over!

We hope all of you are remaining healthy and safe by wearing face coverings and observing social distancing guidelines when you are out in public. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly after going to the store or appointments. Keeping hand sanitizer in your car is a good idea too!

We will once again be hosting our monthly coffee social via Zoom on Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 AM.

We hope you can join us for veterans' updates and friendly conversation!

If you have not participated in a Zoom call yet, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your device before joining us.

Here is the log-in information for the September meeting only:

Join Zoom via URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83567071777
Call in number: 1-929-205-6099

Enter Meeting ID 83567071777 and press #

For more information, contact the Veterans Services Office at: (508) 613-1315.

We look forward to "seeing" you at the September Coffee Social!

September Veterans VIRTUAL Coffee Social - Sep 2

Senior Center Coffee Hour - Aug 20, 2020 - 8:30 AM

Please join us tomorrow at 8:30 AM for a discussion with Jeff Roy, Jamie Helen, and members of the Town Council on Issues about our community. 

See the Zoom connection information for access. 

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84224595197

Call in Phone Number 1-929-205-6099 enter Meeting ID: 842 2459 5197 then press #

Senior Center Coffee Hour - Aug 20, 2020 - 8:30 AM

 

VisualCapitalist: "What Does The Coffee Supply Chain Look Like?"

 

"There’s a good chance your day started with a cappuccino, or a cold brew, and you aren’t alone. In fact, coffee is one of the most consumed drinks on the planet, and it’s also one of the most traded commodities.

According to the National Coffee Association, more than 150 million people drink coffee on a daily basis in the U.S. alone. Globally, consumption is estimated at over 2.25 billion cups per day.

But before it gets to your morning cup, coffee beans travel through a complex global supply chain. Today’s illustration from Dan Zettwoch breaks down this journey into 10 distinct steps."

Continue reading the article online  https://www.visualcapitalist.com/from-bean-to-brew-the-coffee-supply-chain/

VisualCapitalist: "What Does The Coffee Supply Chain Look Like?"

VIRTUAL Veteran's Coffee Social - August 5

VETERANS AUGUST VIRTUAL COFFEE SOCIAL

Wednesday, August 5th at 10:00 AM

Here is the log-in info:
Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87169235196
Call-in number: 1-929-205-6099
Meeting ID: 871 6923 5196

If you haven't joined us for the last three Zoom Socials, you'll need to download the Zoom app if it's not already on your device.

If you have any questions, please send an email to: veterans@franklinma.gov
Put "Coffee Social" in the subject line.

We'll provide updates and conversation, you'll need to supply your own coffee :-)   We hope to "see" you on August 5th!

VIRTUAL Veteran's Coffee Social - August 5

July Veterans VIRTUAL Coffee Social - July 1

July VIRTUAL Coffee Social

Join us Wednesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. via Zoom!

Here is the log-in info:

• Link to Join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88642520059
• Call in Number: 1-929-205-6099 Meeting ID: 88642520059#

If you haven't joined us for the last two Zoom Socials, you'll need to download the Zoom app if it's not already on your device.

If you have any questions, please send an email to: veterans@franklinma.gov Put "Coffee Social" in the subject line.

We'll provide updates and conversation, you'll need to supply your own coffee :-)
We hope to "see" you on July 1st!

July Veterans VIRTUAL Coffee Social - July 1

Senior Center Coffee hour with Town Officials, Rep Roy - June 18

The next virtual meeting of the coffee hour for the Senior Center is scheduled for Thursday June 18, 2020 at 8:30 AM. Members of the Town Council, Town Administration and State Rep Jeff Roy are scheduled to participate.


Topic: Senior office hours with Franklin officials
Time: Jun 18, 2020 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81046375325?pwd=TWJSMXhzSjVleFZZNXBucWcyS1VLUT09

Meeting ID: 810 4637 5325
Password: 777767

One tap mobile
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Follow the Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/1639075786353990/posts/2617413861853506/

Senior Center Coffee hour with Town Officials, Rep Roy - June 18

Reminder: Seniors join us for a Coffee Hour - Thu May 21 - 8:30 AM

Attention Seniors! Please join us for a Coffee Hour Thursday, May 21 at 8:30 AM! The Zoom links are found below. 

A great opportunity to connect with local and state officials!

Join the Zoom Meeting here  https://t.co/a02nsyERY8 Meeting ID: 818 3989 8549 or call the # below! https://t.co/4Anb3sYZRz

State Rep Jeff Roy, Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and members of the Town Council

Shared from   https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1261364428944969728?s=03

Seniors: Virtual Coffee Hour next Thursday, May 21

Seniors: Virtual Coffee Hour next Thursday, May 21

Attention Seniors! Please join us for a Coffee Hour next Thursday, May 21st at 8:30 AM! The Zoom links are found below. 

A great opportunity to connect with local and state officials!

Join the Zoom Meeting here  https://t.co/a02nsyERY8 Meeting ID: 818 3989 8549 or call the # below! https://t.co/4Anb3sYZRz

State Rep Jeff Roy, Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and members of the Town Council

Shared from   https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1261364428944969728?s=03

Seniors: Virtual Coffee Hour next Thursday, May 21