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- October 21 from 10 AM - 2 PM
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Saturday, October 7, 2023
Davis Thayer Open House scheduled twice: (1) Oct 20 & (2) Oct 21
#LOVEfranklin: quick update RE: the emergency shelter in Franklin
Here’s your quick update RE: the emergency shelter in Franklin. A few more families have arrived. The Franklin Interfaith Council (FIC) is beginning to think long-term hospitality and distribution of donations.
All persons placed at the shelter are being signed up for SNAP benefits, Mass Health, and school quickly. The Town staff has worked hard to hone this process and it is working smoothly.
Also in the works from the FIC are Intake/Hospitality bags (to meet the immediate needs of people when they arrive), a discretionary fund for transportation via GATRA, and a weekly communal meal. We’ll release more
information about these opportunities once details are firmed up and we
get the final go-ahead from the town.
Attached to this email you will find the updated donation/volunteer flyer (.pdf and .jpeg versions).
Thank you for being part of this long-term effort to support the evolving needs of those being placed in the Emergency Shelter in Franklin!
Peace
Jacob
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Rev. Dr. Jacob W. Juncker
Pastor, Franklin United Methodist Church
President, Franklin Interfaith Council
Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023 at 7 PM
A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) for the purpose of discussingstrategy as it relates to collective bargaining with the Franklin Cafeteria Union, asan open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of theCommittee, as declared by the Chair.
FHS Boys soccer tops Milford 7-1 on Friday
Commanding 7-1 win over Milford today. Goals by Rex, Wyatt (from Andy), Garrett (from Rappa), Noah (from Wyatt), Rex (from Noah), Brad, and Gianni (from Alex). Juice goes to Noah Cain. Next game on Wednesday against Stoughton.
Panthers lose a tough one to BC High 236-237 at FCC.CJ Steel 37Liam Lewandowski 38Jack Nelson & Tyler O'Brien 39Ben Paterson 41Cam Labrie 43
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FHS Panther sports results shared via subscription to HockomockSports.com |
NETA, MA largest medical cannabis operation is based here in Franklin
"Information for this list was obtained from business representatives, and, in some cases, was obtained from data provided by the state's Cannabis Control Commission. That data is subject to change. All employees working in cannabis companies must register as an agent with the state. A single employee can have multiple agent registrations across licenses and locations - which is what the list's ranking metric reflects."
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NETA, MA largest medical cannabis operation is based here in Franklin |
Creative Corner creates a "Magical Mystified Paint Night" at 67 Degrees - Oct 19
Candidate Interview: Dave McNeill, incumbent candidate for School Committee (video)
Candidate Interview: Dave Callaghan, incumbent candidate for School Committee (video)
Frank Falvey and Steve Sherlock are collaborating this year on the candidate interviews for a couple of reasons.
One, to provide a video, audio, and transcript out for all interviews. Two, to help with scheduling for all our sakes in this election season. Three, interviews are no more than 30 minutes
Candidate Interview: Charles Bailey, candidate for Town Council (video)
One, to provide a video, audio, and transcript out for all interviews. Two, to help with scheduling for all our sakes in this election season. Three, interviews are no more than 30 minutes
Friday, October 6, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023
Friday, October 6
10:00am - Senior Expo (Franklin Senior Center)2:00pm - Thrift Threads thrift shop (Franklin Federated Church)
4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale (St John's Episcopal Church)
Saturday, October 7
10:00am - Pumpkin Patch & Sale (St John's Episcopal Church)
10:00am - Car seat installations and inspections (New England Chapel)
10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
Sunday, October 8
12:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale (St John's Episcopal Church)
1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
1:15pm - Second Sunday Speaker (Franklin Historical Museum)
Monday, October 9; Columbus Day; Indigenous Peoples' Day
4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale (St John's Episcopal Church)
Tuesday, October 10
4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale (St John's Episcopal Church)
7:00pm - FBRTC Meeting (67 Degrees Brewery)
Wednesday, October 11
1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group)
3:00pm - Kids Flu Clinic
4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale
7:00pm - Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
7:00pm - St Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group
Thursday, October 12
4:00pm - Pumpkin Patch & Sale
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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 School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
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Franklin's Event Outlook: October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023 |
Preparations Underway for the 12th Annual Franklin Turkey Trot to Benefit the Franklin Food Pantry
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Franklin Turkey Trot |
• Presenting Sponsor $2,000• Platinum Sponsor $750• Gold Sponsor $500• Silver Sponsor $250• Friend Sponsor $100• Door Prize Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors: MyFM 101.3, Next9Up, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsGold Sponsorship: Franklin Knights of Columbus #1847, Paul A. Longobardi & Sons TruckingSilver Sponsorship: Franklin Matters, Vendetti Motors, Emmons LLC, Starr and Glick Orthodontists, Mike and Maureen Sabolinski, Nutrify Performance Nutrition for Women, LLC
The Franklin Food Pantry, Inc. offers supplemental food assistance and household necessities to more than 1,300 individuals per year. The Franklin Food Pantry is not funded by the Town of Franklin. We are grateful for our many partnerships, including that with the Greater Boston Food Bank, that allow us to achieve greater buying power and lower our costs.
Donations and grants fund our food purchases, keep our lights on, and put gas in our food truck. Programs include home delivery, a weekend backpack program for Franklin school children in need, mobile pantries, emergency food bags, and holiday meal packages. The Pantry is located at 341 W. Central St. in Franklin, Massachusetts on Route 140. Visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.
Town of Franklin's Municipal Aggregation Program Update
Please refer to the following resources for more detailed information:
- August 25, 2023 dated blog on the Town website titled "Franklin Secures Stable Electricity Rate Through Renewal of Utility Relief Program",
- The Town's Municipal Aggregation webpage and FAQs
- Public Notice released by Colonial Power Group
- Postcard from the Town of Franklin c/o Colonial Power
For questions regarding billing or enrollment status, residents and business owners must contact Dynegy Energy Services directly by calling (866) 220-5696 or by visiting colonialpowergroup.com/franklin.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/town-franklins-municipal-aggregation-program-update
FHS football, volleyball & field hockey teams post wins on Thursday
"Just before Franklin’s offense took the field with just over two minutes to go and a six-point deficit on the scoreboard, junior kicker Arnav Dhulipati told classmate Kyle Walsh that if the Panthers finished the drive, he’d deliver the game-winning extra point.
Walsh and the Franklin offense did their part in the form of a 12-play, 66-yard drive that culminated in a 4-yard touchdown catch from Walsh on a pass from junior Justin Bianchetto with just five seconds left to tie the game.And Dhulipati did exactly what he said as he booted the point after attempt through the uprights to hand Franklin a thrilling 28-27 comeback on Thursday night.Taunton nearly ended the game on a deflected pass right after the Panthers entered the red zone, but Franklin took advantage of its second chance. An 11-yard pass from Bianchetto (29-for-50, 279 yards, two touchdowns) to Derek Dubriske — who held on despite a thunderous hit — moved Franklin inside the 10-yard line. A quick pass to Owen Scarborough gained four more yards down to the 8-yard line and took three seconds off the clock."
Scoring Summary vs Mansfield
- Haley Wernig IG IA
- Addi Weiss 2G
- Emily Carney 2G
- Raena Crandall IG 2A
- Sophia Cuneo IG IA
- Chloe Essam IG IA
Devon Barry with the Shutout https://twitter.com/FHS_FH_02038/status/1710087395394097472
Panthers fall to St. Johns (S) on the road 225-235 in a tough non-league test.Jack Nelson with a 1-under 35Caden Sullivan 37Liam Lewandowski 38CJ Steel & Tyler O'Brien 40Anthony Lampasona 45Panthers (11-2) will face BC High at FCC Friday. https://twitter.com/FHSGolfTeam/status/1710061314033271000
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FHS Panther sports results shared via subscription to HockomockSports.com |
Panther News: October 6, 2023 (video)
Panther News: October 6, 2023
Franklin Senior Center: Senior Expo - Oct 6 from 10 AM to 1 PM
"Join us Friday, October 6 from 10 AM - 1 PM for our SENIOR EXPO!
We have 40+ vendors, live entertainment, raffle prizes, flu shots, and more!
It's an event you don't want to miss! #seniorcenter #resources #expo"
Shared from -> https://t.co/ptBZFLKbn0
Note: The Cafe is closed for breakfast. Lunch will be served as part of the Expo to the first 200.Franklin Senior Center: Senior Expo - Oct 6 from 10 AM to 1 PM |
Did you hear Talk Talk Boom's episode with Clay Rice Thompson? (video)
In this episode, Raye Lynn Mercer, the founder and director of Franklin School for the Performing Arts and Franklin Performing Arts Company, chats with Broadway star Clay Rice Thomson, who's currently starring in Moulin Rouge on Broadway.
He has performed in shows such as Newsies, Matilda, King Kong, and Moulin Rouge. They talk about Clay’s experience from his Broadway debut in Newsies, his experience working with different directors and choreographers, his advice for aspiring performers, and his involvement with the Franklin School for the Performing Arts.Recorded at FPAC’s THE BLACK BOX theater in Franklin, MA.
Franklin Police Halloween Party scheduled for Oct 28 from 2 to 6 PM
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/recreation-department/news/franklin-police-halloween-party
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Franklin Police Halloween Party scheduled for Oct 28 from 2 to 6 PM |
Town of Franklin: Municipal Building CLOSURE - October 9, 2023
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/franklin-municipal-building-closure-october-9th-2023
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Town of Franklin: Municipal Building CLOSURE - October 9, 2023 |