MBTA: Commuter Rail notice - severe weather schedule reductions

All Commuter Rail Line Schedules will remain the same for the winter season with the exception of the Worcester and Fitchburg Lines. Please see mbta.com for details.  Effective December 14, 2015: All lines will have designated Severe Weather trains which will not operate when reduced service for severe weather is announced. MBTA commuter train leaving Franklin/Dean Station headed to Forge Park Last updated: Dec 04 2015 06:40 PM Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/about_the_mbta/news_events/?id=6442455333&month=&year= Sent by the MBTA

The Franklin schedule can be found here
http://www.mbta.com/uploadedfiles/Smart_Forms/News,_Events_and_Press_Releases/Franklin%20Line%20-%20Winter%202015.pdf

In the News: 'Tis the Season, Hancock sponsors marathon documentary, food elves in 10th year

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

Franklin Performing Arts Company will present “’Tis the Season!,” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19 and 2 p.m. Dec. 20 at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak St. 

The production will feature members of the Kenny Hadley Big Band, with contemporary arrangements of favorite holiday classics in musical styles ranging from R&B, Motown and gospel to pop, jazz and Broadway. First staged by FPAC in 1995, “’Tis the Season!” returns with a large cast of area performers to entertain audiences.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151203/NEWS/151208865/1994/NEWS

The first official documentary on the Boston Marathon is set to be released next fall. 

Filmmakers were in Hopkinton in 2014 as the start line was being painted by Jack LeDuc and the elite Kenyan runners visited Elmwood Elementary School for their annual pep rally. Of course, they were at the start to film the first race after the 2013 bombings. 

On Thursday, John Hancock Financial announced they will partner with LA Roma Films to be the title sponsor of BOSTON, the first ever feature-length documentary film about the race.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151203/NEWS/151208241/1994/NEWS
Note: I am pleased to be fully employed by John Hancock.

A local charitable group has kicked off its "12 Years of Donating" campaign this week, looking to exceed the more than three tons of food it donated to the Franklin Food Pantry last year. 

The campaign, in its 10th year, is manned by a group of local schoolchildren: the Franklin Food Elves. This year marks the highest number of volunteers, officials said, with 115 students volunteering.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151203/NEWS/151207989/1994/NEWS

Franklin Art Association - Liz Haywood Sullivan - Jan 6th

The Franklin Art Association will meet Wednesday Jan. 6th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street.

Refreshments and socialization will begin at 6:30.

Liz Haywood Sullivan - digital photo

The program will feature well known pastel painter Liz Haywood Sullivan as the demonstrating artist.

Meetings are free and opened to the public.

For more information please visit our web site at www.franklinart.org
and Facebook at www.facebook.com/FranklinArtAssoc

For additional info on Liz, you can visit her webpage  http://www.lizhaywoodsullivan.com

Annie Sullivan Middle School - Class of 2015 - lipsync video

The Annie Sullivan's Class of 2015 did this lipsync video earlier this year.




Enjoy!

December at the Sugar Shoppe Lots happening at the Sugar Shoppe this month! • Holiday gifting craze! Pre-order now! Or stop by for pre-packaged gifts. • One more week for donating toys for the children of Horizons. Please check Facebook page for details. • Attention!!!! Official SANTA letter drop-off location!! • FREE tooth care kits for kids and adults with every $15+ purchase. • #shopfranklin "giveaway" contest Stay tuned for more December updates... Check out all the happenings here!! Sugar Shoppe 334 Union St Franklin, MA 02038 USA

Adult Ed Winter Registration is Open

Franklin Public Schools                       Lifelong Learning Institute The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning REGISTRATION IS OPEN Adult Education Winter Session   News Flash  Classes begin on January 11. Course offerings include everything from Painting a Wine Bottle Lamp to a Beginner Ceramics class as well as Watercolor, Pastel Art classes and Intermediate Digital Photography.    You will find more exercise and sports programs than ever - Yoga, Zumba, a new afternoon Exercise class for Active Older Adults, and Community Walking.   Beginner Jazz Dance, Country Line Dancing. Men's Basketball, Badminton,   Intermediate and Advanced Volleyball classes.    Italian Refresher class, Conversational Italian for the Traveler, Indian Cooking Made Healthy AND Valentine Chocolate and Wine Tasting  along with expanded Private Music Lesson opportunities for adolescents and adults.......... So many opportunities and all reasonably priced. If you would like to view the winter brochure with its activated links, click here. While you're viewing, you can register. You can also call The Center at 508-613-1480 for more information. Thank you, Brenda Reed, Director The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning (508) 613-1480 adulted@franklin.k12.ma.us

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the Community Entrance to Franklin High School

Winterbloom returns to Circle of Friends Coffeehouse

When: Dec 5th 8:00 PM

Winterbloom Facebook photo

Where: Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, 262 Chestnut St, Franklin MA

Ticket info:   http://circlefolk.org/


For a sample of their music

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 12/4/15 - THU 12/10/15

FRIDAY 12/4/15
6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked at the Franklin Art Center
8-9:50pm   Frozen Friday DJ Public Skate at Pirelli Arena

SATURDAY 12/5/15
8-11am   Pack 126 Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa at the Elks Lodge ($7, under 3 free, scouts in uniform free, pictures with Santa $5, raffles)
9am-3pm   4th Annual Blood Drive at the Franklin Public Library.
9am-2pm   Christmas Fair at the St. John's Episcopal Church.
9:30am   Jingle Bell 5K Run and Walk at H Olive Day School in Norfolk to support the Franklin’s Santa Foundation
1pm   Adult Coffee and Craft: Soup Jar at the Franklin Public Library
2-4pm   Santa at Daddario Hardware Store. Bring your cameras.
2-5pm   Bubbles and Bark Fundraiser for Forever Rescue at Pour Richard’s, Snappy Dogs ladies will be there too.
7:30pm   FPAC presents: The Nutcracker at the Franklin High School
8pm   Winterbloom at Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, FUSF on Chestnut Street

SUNDAY 12/6/15
7:30-10:30am   Weekly Sunday morning breakfast at Franklin Rod and Gun Club, open to public.
2pm   FPAC presents: The Nutcracker at the Franklin High School

MONDAY 12/7/15
9-10:30am   Tea and Tangles at Franklin Art Center

TUESDAY 12/8/15
7pm   S.A.F.E. Coallition: Forum on warning signs at the Franklin High School
7:30pm   Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Public Meeting at the Franklin YMCA

WEDNESDAY 12/9/15
9:30-11:30am   Canvas and Coffee at Franklin Art Center (Cardinal on a winter branch)
11am-closing   Franklin Music Boosters Fundraiser Day at British Beer Company - for details and coupon (that must be presented) click here.

THURSDAY 12/10/15
11am-closing   Franklin Music Boosters Fundraiser Day at British Beer Company - for details and coupon (that must be presented) click here.

ONGOING: Dec 1- Dec 12   Food Elves: 12 Days of Donating -  annual fundraiser for Franklin Food Pantry. To see how you can help, click HERE.

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

For event details click HERE.

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

Public Hearing Notice for 87 Grove St - Brownfields Clean up

The Town of Franklin is currently in the process of applying for a $200,000 EPA Brownfield's Cleanup grant, which if received will be utilized to remediate hazardous building materials, demolition of the remaining building, and remediation or removal of contaminated soils. 

Franklin Town Council will hold a public hearing concerning the proposed project and related grant proposal during their Tuesday December 8, 2015, 5:30 p.m. meeting. Please find the public hearing notice attached. 

If you have any question please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development or planning@franklin.ma.us.

Thank you,

Amy Love, Program Coordinator
Department of Planning and Community Development
355 East Central St
Franklin, MA 02038
508-520-4907


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TOWN OF FRANKLINPUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Franklin Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday December 8, 2015 at its 5:30 p.m. meeting to discuss a proposed Federal FY2016 EPA Brownfields Clean-up Grant Application. Under this grant application, the following activities are currently being considered related to a Town of Franklin owned property (known as the former Nu-Style property) at 87 Grove Street in Franklin Massachusetts: removal of hazardous materials within the vacant 1.5 story former manufacturing facility, demolition of said manufacturing facility, and partial remediation and or disposal of contaminated soil. Any person or organization so wishing will be afforded an opportunity to be heard. The hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street.

Written comments and suggestions related to the proposed remediation project, the draft grant application, and a related draft Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives (ABCC) may be submitted to the Town of Franklin Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD), 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038. A copy of the draft grant proposal and related ABCA are available for review at DPCD. Deadline for comments is 1:00 p.m. Friday December 11, 2015.

The Town encourages a broad spectrum of participation by residents and other interested parties in order to better understand and serve the needs of the community. The hearing location is accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If you require a translator or accommodations for the hearing impaired, please contact the DPCD at 508.520.4907 no later than 4:00 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2015.


Matt Kelly, Chairman
Franklin Town Council

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Draft proposal and related ABCA
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Planning/NuStyle

EPA website header

Additional info on the EPA Brownfields Grant process
http://www2.epa.gov/brownfields/apply-brownfields-grant-funding

You're Invited To A Free Winter Concert

Join us for an evening of seasonal music

Franklin Public Schools          Lifelong Learning Institute  The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning                 FREE WINTER MUSIC CONCERT You Won't Want to Miss This     Music, Music, Music The Franklin Senior Center and the Franklin Public Schools Center for Adult Education & Community Learning are partnering and invite you to attend a free Music Concert.   You will be treated to seasonal favorites, sung by Franklin Forte, the Adult Ed Adult Choral Group, directed by Jill Noddin, professional voice coach and performer. And, you will be entertained by professional cellist Brent Selby and his student Cello Ensemble. In addition, guitarist Matt Macaulay will perform along with some of his private music students. The event will conclude with a festive holiday sing-a-long, followed by a reception with hot chocolate and cookies. You won't want to miss this! Plan to join us for this lively musical celebration! December 17th 7:00 PM at Franklin Senior Center Reserve your  seat today Call 508-520-4945 Festive Evening For All

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Adult Chorus is Looking for You

Franklin Forte Seeking New Members

Franklin Public Schools          Lifelong Learning Institute  The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning Become a Member     Franklin Forte   Franklin's Newest Adult Choral Group Click Here FRANKLIN FORTE     Sing, Sing, Sing Have you ever wanted to learn to sing as part of an ensemble ... an adult chorus?  If so, Franklin Public Schools, Center for Adult Education & Community Learning has an adult choral group,  directed by Ms. Jill Noddin. The ensemble sings contemporary repertoire and rehearses Tuesday evenings from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Franklin High School on Oak Street. No auditions necessary. For more info., call 508-613-1480    New class begins December 8th 7:00 PM at Franklin High School Take advantage of this opportunity today $99 REGISTER NOW "If I cannot fly, let me sing." Stephen Sondheim

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