What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 12, 2024 ???

Saturday, October 12

7:00am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

10:00am Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection (New England Chapel)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am Pickleball Tournament (Connect4Cancer) (Franklin High School)

1:00pm Painting for Adults  (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm Cinema 80: The General (Franklin Historical Museum)

8:00pm Karaoke (Raillery Public House)

**  No Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

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

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

The First Universalist Society in Franklin Presents “The Belle of Amherst” by William Luce - Oct 26

“The Belle of Amherst”

by William Luce

A Tony Award Winning One Woman Play

Based on the Life of Emily Dickinson

"The Belle of Amherst,” a Tony Award Winning play by William Luce, and directed by Norman Johnson, brings the poet Emily Dickinson to life for modern audiences. "Based on Dickinson’s life from 1830 to1886, the play is set in her Amherst, Massachusetts home and makes use of her work, diaries, and letters to explore both the agony of her infamous seclusion with moments of joy amid the people closest to her."

Kathleen Mulligan (Actor and Producer) is a Professor of Voice and Speech at Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY. She is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional stage actors. Acting credits include The Acting Company (national tour), American Repertory Theater, The Huntington Theatre Company, and PCPA Theatrefest in Santa Maria, CA. She has performed The Belle of Amherst in Lebanon, Laos, and across northern India while on a Fulbright-Nehru grant in 2023.

For tickets, please go to FUSF.org and click on “Upcoming Events.” Ticket prices are: Adults - $20, and Students (18 and under or with a valid student ID) - $10. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Accepted payments include: Cash, check, or credit card.  

Direct link for tickets -> https://fusf.org/2024/08/22/the-belle-of-amherst/

The First Universalist Society in Franklin is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA. For further information about FUSF please explore our website at fusf.org or contact our Interim Minister, the Reverend Beverly Waring at 508- 528- 5348 or minister@fusf.org.

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11YdeYCbRtZOTVJmmZHW5iYO9KpD8S3kE/view?usp=drive_link

2 chances to get your Franklin Questions Answered in October

What is going on with .... ?

What happened to ....?

How come .... ?

Join Steve Sherlock, Franklin Matters & wfpr.fm Community Information Director (volunteer), for an informal and informative Q&A session. 

What is the session about?

• Steve provides some updates on what's happened in the past month in the first 10-15 minutes, then opens the floor to answer whatever questions you have

When: Wednesday, Oct 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM  

Where: Franklin Senior Center (2nd floor conf room) and via Zoom

 Or

When: Monday, Oct 21, 2023 at 6:30 PM  

Where: Franklin Public Library (Community Room) and via Zoom

If you want the Zoom link, please use this form, or check with the Senior Center front desk, or email me:  https://forms.gle/c5NdGLbg1B53WU1w5

Download this flyer as a reminder ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/12-XmxMNrv31S-wSsmOsmraJAGAVxvTa6/view?usp=drive_link

2 chances to get your Franklin Questions Answered in October

The redistricting decision has been made, implementation planning can begin in earnest (audio)

FM #1288 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1288 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. 

 

We cover 

• Redistricting draft alignment of schools as approved at the 10/08/24 meeting

• The implementation work that now begins in earnest

• The budget work continues with Joint Budget Subcommittee Oct 23

The recording runs about 38 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1288-chalkboard-chat-10-09-24/

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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.net   

School Committee Meetings

• Agenda for Sep 24 session ->  https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/4856277/SCAGENDA_9-24-24.pdf  

• Franklin TV video of session -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmQiP_yP2tM 

• Agenda for Oct 8 session -> https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/4900497/SCAGENDA_10-8-24.pdf    

• Franklin TV video of session -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t39_TWwVqe4 

• My notes for the SchCmte Mtg 10/08/24 in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f3Tp-WFHqQ4EI5RxgToRDgX9qxUkIug1/view?usp=drive_link   

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

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

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

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"

The redistricting decision has been made, implementation planning can begin in earnest (audio)

FHS boys soccer post win, girls soccer gains tie on Friday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, October 11, 2024

Boys Soccer = Franklin, 2 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final

– The Panthers potted the go-ahead goal with just under five minutes left to escape Mansfield with a hard-fought win over the Hornets. After a scoreless half, the game opened up a bit more in the second. A questionable call led to a throw-in in the attacking third for the Panthers and junior Josh Rappa didn’t hesitate to take the throw quickly. He launched a service into the area and senior Garrett Scagliarini went up and flicked it past the keeper in the 49th minute to present the Panthers with the first lead of the game. Mansfield’s direct approach in the second half opened the field a bit more, and head coach Steve Sheridan elected to move senior center back Cooper Austin into an attacking role. The switch paid off as Austin did well to hold up play before dishing it off to classmate Dylan Mullin, who was able to work his way between a pair of Panthers before connecting with Dom Nassif on a centering pass. Nassif’s one-timer snuck in at the near post as Mansfield pulled even in the 69th minute. Mansfield continued the pressure but Franklin’s back four was able to hold to quell the momentum. A free kick from Matt Honekamp was eventually played on by Scagliarini to the outside for a header from Rappa. Connor Mason was able to bring it down and dropped a ball in behind the defense and Wyatt Herndon was the first to it, getting a touch to beat the charging keeper.

Girls Soccer = Mansfield, 2 @ Franklin, 2 – Final

"It has been a tough week for Franklin. After dropping points to Bishop Feehan and Sharon within 24 hours of each other to start the week, the Panthers could have been forgiven for letting their heads drop when Aly Fernandes gave Mansfield a deserved two-goal cushion early in the second half of Friday afternoon’s game at Pisini Stadium.

Rather than letting the Hornets run away with a big win, Franklin fought back.

The Panthers scored twice in a 15-minute span, Morgan Lovell equalizing with just 11 minutes to play. Mansfield nearly came back and won the game a few minutes later, hitting the bar for the second time in the match, but it finished 2-2 and Franklin left the pitch as the happier of the two teams after grabbing a come-from-behind point."

Continue reading the game recap by Josh Perry, the Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com -> https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-girls-soccer-rallies-from-two-down-snatches-point-from-mansfield/

For a photo gallery from this game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2024-2025/Fall-2024/Franklin-Mansfield-Girls-Soccer-10-11-24

Franklin TV video of the game is available for replay ->   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjtSk7CRFoI

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-10-11-24/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

View in browser Franklin Public Schools Shares Update on 2024-25 District Reorganization Plan FRANKLIN — Superintendent Lucas Giguere wishes to share an update on Franklin Public Schools' 2024-25 District Reorganization Plan. On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the Franklin School Committee voted unanimously to create a boundary line determining students' assignments to elementary schools. To increase equity across all schools, Franklin is developing a new boundary line, establishing two new school communities located in the north and south within reasonable proximity to the Town's school complex locations This Pre-K-to-8 reorganization, which will take effect for the 2025-26 school year, is based on the recommendation of the School Facilities and Educational Master Plan Report. This plan includes creating a central unified middle school, consolidating five elementary schools into four schools in two complexes (each K-2 & 3-5), one early childhood school (Pre-K), and anticipated expansion at the existing Pond Street building as part of a broader plan to establish a childcare center for staff, etc. This will occur in phases over time. The new boundary line promotes more equitable learning environments, balances class sizes, and optimizes the District's resources to meet enrollment needs. The Master Plan recommendations align with Franklin's long-term vision to provide the best educational experiences for every student in the District. The reorganization is necessary due to declining enrollment over the last 20 years and the closure of Davis Thayer Elementary School in 2021. The Master Plan aims to provide learning environments that support high-quality educational experiences for all students, appropriate physical spaces to meet program and enrollment needs now and in the future, and phased implementation of short-, mid-, and long-term improvement strategies. Franklin Public Schools conducted a redistricting analysis in previous years, which served as a foundation for the decisions made in 2024. This reorganization will allow Franklin to put students and staff in the District's most modernized facilities. The new boundary line for 2025-26 will place 1,027 students in the north elementary zone and 904 students in the south zone, which provides sustainability and consideration for future population shifts. "This reorganization provides incredible opportunities for our community. This change is about more than just balancing enrollment numbers — it's about creating new opportunities for growth, collaboration, and learning," Superintendent Giguere said. "By adjusting our boundaries, we are fostering a more inclusive and diverse student body, allowing our children to expand their social networks and learn alongside peers from different neighborhoods and backgrounds. This will also allow us to strategically invest in the facilities we already have in a fiscally responsible manner while ensuring that every student has access to a high-quality education and the resources they need to succeed." Anyone with questions can email district-reorganization@franklinps.net. ### A message from Franklin Public Schools John Guilfoil Public Relations, P.O. Box 22, Georgetown, MA 01833, United States, (617) 993-0003

BFCCPS Capstone Project to support "The Home" schedules yard sale for Oct 14

BFCCPS Capstone Project 

 

"My name is Isaque Gomes and for my 8th grade Capstone project I am working with a non profit organization called The Home to raise awareness and money for orphan children.  

On October 14th I will be hosting a huge garage sale to raise money for The Home. There will be shoes, clothes, tech and many other things.  

If you want to support me and get some cool new stuff come join me and the home at 74 Washington Street, hope to see you there."

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/v8pqYFEUnXMrijUn/

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for week of 10/14 to 10/18

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project

 

 

BSI Construction Update for the Week of October 14th!

Monday (10/14) - Friday (10/18): There will be a construction crew working in the area of 257 Fisher Street. All construction work will be off the road in a wooded easement and work will occur between the hours of 7am-4pm. No traffic impacts are expected.

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement of the pump station foundation. On Friday October 18th, a large concrete pour is scheduled, limited traffic impacts are expected on Beaver Street during this time.

Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for week of 10/14 to 10/18

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.

BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project

After a disaster make your donations count

After a disaster make your donations count By Jim Kreidler Many communities are experiencing devastating losses from recent hurricanes, and no one knows how long it will take to recover. Maybe you're considering donating to help people in those communities. But how can you avoid charity scams and make sure your donations go to the people who need them and not to a scammer? Here's how to avoid charity scams: Read more  ->   https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/10/after-disaster-make-your-donations-count? After a disaster make your donations count

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 11, 2024 ???

Friday, October 11

7:00am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Franklin Farmers Market (Town Common)

2:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

3:00pm Padula Brothers Trio (live music) (Town Common)

3:00pm The Great Pumpkin Contest (Town Common)

4:00pm 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

4:00pm Sprouting Tree Yoga (Town Common)

6:00pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Angle Tree Brewery, Attleboro)

**  No Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

---------------

Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

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

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Seniors enjoy pasta dinner hosted by Rotary & Lion's Heart

About 90 seniors began arriving early and waited patiently for the home cooked pasta meal to be prepared by volunteers from the Franklin Rotary and served by members of the Lion's Heart group on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

There was lots of happy faces and many empty plates for this event at Central Park Terrace. It was originally scheduled for June but the weather that day was forecasted to be one of the high heat days and wisely the event was rescheduled. It was much more comfortable to enjoy the meal on Thursday.

Diane Padula thanking the Lion's Heart volunteers

Photo album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/WpDq1mDNYeJn4Jgh6