Saturday, December 16, 2023

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - save the date for Feb 7, 2024

Save the date .… the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to join us at our next bi-monthly gathering on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.

Our speaker Owen Folsom, a financial advisor, will share his expertise on topics like Long Term Care, 529 college funds, the importance of life insurance and more. We meet at Escape Into Fiction Book Store, 12 Main Street in Franklin at 7:00 pm. 

Come early and shop at this gem of a bookstore . . . in addition, you’ll meet new friends, learn new things and have fun. We provide light refreshments from Franklin restaurants.

We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. In addition to our bi-monthly meetings, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - save the date for Feb 7, 2024
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - save the date for Feb 7, 2024

Franklin Food Pantry recognizes Community Garden Success

"The numbers are in! 
This year Franklin Community Gardens grew more than 1,650 lbs. of produce for The Food Pantry, which equates to approximately $14,000 of fresh-grown, local, and organic vegetables and herbs. 
The group also donated 100 flower arrangements to neighbors in need. 
We are grateful for our community of dedicated volunteers."

Franklin Food Pantry recognizes Community Garden Success
Franklin Food Pantry recognizes Community Garden Success


FHS girls & boys basketball, wrestling, and girls swim teams all post wins on Friday

Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, Dec 15, 2023. 


Boys Basketball = King Philip, 33 @ Franklin, 80 – Final


Girls Basketball = Franklin, 40 @ King Philip, 38 – Final


Wrestling = Silver Lake Quad (Franklin), 3-0
Phenomenal way to start the quad in silver lake final score 45-33 in favor of franklin. Pins from Carter Sauer, O’Connell, Large and Cooper. 2 matches left on the day stay tuned for results  https://twitter.com/FHSWrestle/status/1735793595234308437

Shameful win over Cambridge final score 49-18. Pins from Carlucci, Rosenberg, and Houlahan. One match to go on the day  https://twitter.com/FHSWrestle/status/1735825357712826552

Franklin takes another W against Cohassett 54-24 leaving us 3-0 on the day. Pins from Nash, Sauer, Carlucci, Rosenberg, O’Connell, Pritoni, and Cooper. OW goes Keaton Cooper with 2 pins and one of them to clinch the dual against silver lake  


Swimming = Franklin @ Milford, 4:00
Solid first day meet for Franklin.
Girls defeat Milford 96-61
Milford boys defeat Franklin 86-67
For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required) 

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

Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board

Have you been wondering about ways to get involved in our ever-growing program? You should consider joining our Board!!

We are opening all of our Manager and Assistant Manager positions:
 • Registration Manager
 • Equipment Manager (and Assistant Manager)
 • Concessions Manager
 • Facilities/Scheduling Manager
 • Fundraising Manager (and Assistant Manager)
 • Public relations/Social Media Manager
 • Pro-Shop Manager (and Assistant Managers for both Football and Cheer)

If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please email president@franklinpanthersyfb.com and vice-president@franklinpanthersyfb.com, no later than January 1st. 

Be sure to include your name, the position you're interested in, and any additional information you'd like to include. 

We'll be looking to fill these roles at our January 10th meeting. 

We look forward to hearing from you!!

Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board
Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board


"The Franklin Panthers is a non-profit organization that offers children, ages 7-14 years, the opportunity to participate in football and cheerleading. All board members, coaches, and assistants are volunteers and are here to ensure that every child participates in a safe and enjoyable, yet disciplined environment. We as parents, board members, and coaches feel it is essential to emphasize fun, teamwork, sportsmanship, camaraderie, and physical fitness throughout all phases of our program. Our hope is that each child will take with them the positive lessons, values, and memories experienced during their years with the Chargers organization. Franklin Panthers is part of the American Youth Football and Cheer organization."

Good Deeds: Holiday Movie Quiz

By William P. O’Donnell, Norfolk County Register of Deeds


It’s that time of season. So, let’s admit. We all love a good Christmas movie! And there are plenty of good ones.  

Now I’ll let you in on a little secret, some of my favorite Christmas films deal with the home and the holidays. Maybe that is because here at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds my fine staff and I are handling land record documents for the biggest asset most of us have - Our home. Or maybe it’s just a coincidence!

Anyway, “Home is where the heart is.” A memorable holiday movie can make you laugh and pull on your heartstrings. Here are two of my favorite classic Christmas movies. Although I must say the Christmas movie “Elf" is one of my favorite Christmas films. It is uplifting and funny.

So, pour yourself an eggnog, munch on a holiday cookie, sit by a roaring fire, and take this year’s holiday movie quiz.

Good Deeds: Holiday Movie Quiz
Good Deeds: Holiday Movie Quiz


It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

1  George was going to be an adventurous bachelor and travel the world, but instead, he wound up with a wonderful family and lived life in the old….
A.) Bedford House    B.) Granville House   C.) Hatch House  

2  What was the name of the fictional town in It’s a Wonderful Life called?    
A.) Breading Hills   B.) Seneca Falls   C.) Bedford Falls  

3  What’s the bank’s name that was a thorn in the side of the villain Potter?
A.) Bailey Bank B.) Bailey Brothers Building & Loan   C.) Bank of Bedford Falls 
 
4  What was George Bailey’s wife's name?
A.) Mary   B.) Charlotte   C.) Martha

5  What was the fixture in George Bailey's house that always came unglued?
A.) A picture falling off the wall   B.) A knob of a banister   C.) Kitchen tile

6  What was the first name of the angel sent to help George?
A.)  Peter   B.) Gabriel   C.) Clarence

7  At the movie’s end, the townspeople sing what song in George’s parlor?
A.) Joy to the World   B.) Auld Lang Syne   C.) Jingle Bells

8  For helping George through his crisis what did the angel earn?
A.) Wings   B.) Halo   C.) His own cloud
 
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

9  What’s the one present the little girl in the movie wished for that would
make her believe Kris Kringle was the real Santa Claus?
A.) Doll   B.) Pony   C.) House

10  Who played the little girl Susan in the movie?
A.)  Shirley Temple   B.) Natalie Wood   C.) Doris Day

11  What was the department store's name where Kris Kringle worked?
A.) Macy’s   B.) Gimbels   C.) Bloomingdales

12 When a sad little girl sat on Kris Kringle’s lap who couldn’t speak English, he made her happy when he was able to converse with her. What was the language?
A.) French   B.) Polish   C.) Dutch

13 When Santa (Kris) got into a confrontation with Macy’s psychologist where did they send him?
A.) Bellevue Hospital   B.) Jail   C.) North Pole

14 What government agency declared Kris Kringle, Santa?
A.) FBI   B.) U.S. Treasury   C.) Post Office

15 When little Susie ran into a house for sale on Christmas Day believing it was her new home, what made the viewer think Santa was there?
A.) A cane left   B.) A half-filled glass of milk   C.) Santa’s stocking

As Buddy the Elf says “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” From all of us here at the Norfolk Registry of Deeds a happy holiday season and a healthy new year to all.

 

Answers 1.) B   2.) C   3.) B    4.) A.   5.) B   6.) C   7.) B   8.) A   9.) C   10.) B   11.) A  12.) C   13.) A   14.) C   15.) A

 

Note: if you got at least 12 correct answers you’ve earned your wings, 6 to 11 correct answers there’s a gift under the tree for you, 3 to 5 correct answers a Christmas cookie is on your plate.

Senior Story Hour (wfpr.fm): Episode 059 - Thanksgiving, Guy Fawkes Day, Love Poems and more (audio)

In this episode, The Franklin Senior Center Writers Group share stories, poems, and writings about Thanksgiving, the upcoming holiday season, Guy Fawkes day, poems of love and much more...


Senior Story Hour (wfpr.fm): Episode 059 - Thanksgiving, Guy Fawkes Day, Love Poems and more (audio)
Senior Story Hour (wfpr.fm): Episode 059 - Thanksgiving, Guy Fawkes Day, Love Poems and more (audio)

Senior Story Hour - WFPR = The Franklin Senior Center Writer's Group
Steve Sherlock hosts The Franklin Senior Center Writer's Group for a monthly reading of short stories, essays, poetry and more. 
Find more episodes here (or on your favorite podcast app) ->  https://senior-scribblers.captivate.fm/episodes

Last-minute shopping? Three ways to spot rip-offs




Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

By Gema de las Heras

Ever think about clicking on ads for big markdowns or close-out sales in your feed? Social media seems to know what's on your shopping list, whether it's the season's hot toys, electronics, or other popular items. 

The problem? Scammers are impersonating real companies in ads on Facebook, TikTok, and other social media platforms. 

So, how do you navigate past the fakes without passing up the real bargains? 



Last-minute shopping? Three ways to spot rip-offs
Last-minute shopping? Three ways to spot rip-offs

Friday, December 15, 2023

Franklin's Event Outlook: Dec 15, 2023 to December 20, 2023


Friday, December 15

6:00pm Backyard Swagger (live music) (67 Degrees Brewing)

7:00pm Box Groove (live music) (Raillery Public House)


Saturday, December 16

8:30am Girl Scout Cookie Sale (outside US Post Office on Main St)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Train Town Franklin; Part 2 (Franklin Historical Museum)

1:00pm Kids Paint Party (registration req'd) (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm Laura May (live music) (67 Degrees Brewing)

7:30pm Humbug! (ticketed event) (Franklin High School)


Sunday, December 17

7:30am All you can eat Breakfast (Rod & Gun Club)

11:00am Girl Scout Cookie Sale (Learning Express)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:00pm Train Town Franklin; Part 2 (Franklin Historical Museum)

2:00pm Humbug! (ticketed event) (Franklin High School)


Wednesday, December 20

11:00am Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin TV Studio - recording session)

6:30pm Musical BINGO: Carols Edition! (Franklin Public Library)


Thursday, December 21

8:30am Town Council Office Hours (Franklin Senior Center)


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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

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

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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 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's Event Outlook: Dec 15, 2023 to December 20, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: Dec 15, 2023 to December 20, 2023

DPW Provides a Snow Update for the Franklin School Committee - 12/12/23 (audio)

FM #1115 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1115 in the series. 


The audio is extracted from the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.  All seven members participated in Council Chambers.


School Superintendent Lucas Giguere introduces the DPW team. 


Robert (Brutus) Cantoreggi, DPW Director, provides an update on the annual snow program. He is joined by Carlos Rebelo, Highway & Grounds Superintendent and Tony Brunetta, Assistant Highway & Grounds Superintendent. The group engaged in an extensive Q&A with the Committee to cover as many of the nuances of snow removal operations as possible.


Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting Dec 12,2023.  The total meeting audio runs about 45 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1115-dpw-snow-update-4-the-school-cmte-mtg-12-12-23



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DPW Snow Presentation ->   

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/snow 


School Committee page -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 


The agenda -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_12-12-23.pdf 


Meeting Packet folder -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-12-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet 


Franklin TV video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVm3PER71UQ 


My notes collected via PDF (captured during meeting via Twitter)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YmyqSv0kI2UiuIAplhRBkjz4kiPJ4whc/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


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

 

For additional information, please visit franklin.news/ or 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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DPW Provides a Snow Update for the School Committee - 12/12/23 (audio)
DPW Provides a Snow Update for the School Committee - 12/12/23 (audio)

5th, 6th & 7th graders, sign up for the Franklin Recreation 3x3 basketball tournament - Dec 29

Calling all young basketballers! 

Save the date: December 29th, 2023! 
 
Get ready for an epic showdown at our Co-ed 3v3 Basketball Tournament for grades 5th-7th! 

Lace up those sneakers and bring your A-game as we hoop it up on the court at Annie Sullivan Middle School! It's time to showcase your skills, make new friends, and have a blast before the year ends! 
  • Date: December 29th, 2023
  • Location: Annie Sullivan Middle School
  • Grades: 5th-7th
  • Format: Co-ed 3v3
Registration is NOW OPEN! Secure your spot by visiting franklinma.myrec.com. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of this thrilling tournament!

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/FranklinRecreationDepartment/posts/pfbid0Wx3K2S7CEqwHDCF5jrKqbdLg3Px4T9hXK8zdMg4iVEJgZMFjMH623Qz8uxgsWg8sl?__cft__[0]=AZVKkyYc_r9M9ZTR4KMXDRJTKunju0Ami9aBtMs5_HhusdF0W_h-D41m0vdvlNc6S3hPPEt5jZbq8ydX5p_WUoKw372y_qDceo1HVSLPoCtm-JRmdyuxTQpiezzJXS0BFrmlmz2ybYjw3f6nVEg3eEEs&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R


School Committee recognizes FHS Cheerleaders, hears of food services, Lifelong Learning, and snow preparations (audio)

FM #1114 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1114 in the series. 


The Franklin (MA) School Committee met on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 as scheduled.  All seven newly elected members participated in Council Chambers.


Quick recap:

  • Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions (again). Proposal in the process of coming to authorize a trip to the National Championships (details TBD)

  • Colin Boisvert, Food Services Director, provided an update on the operation and delivery of the school lunch program and gradual expansion of breakfast. Also highlighted was the use of local food sources and providing healthy options including fish

  • Patricia Gay, Lifelong Learning Director, provided an update on the programs offered through the year. School Choice (before & after school programs), Community Learning (a variety of workshops, classes and exercise programs), Music Academy (year round music education and tutoring), and the Summer programs (including High School Experience). Lifelong Learning is self funded via registrations fees for the programs

  • Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director, provided and update on the annual snow program and engaged in a extensive Q&A with the Committee to cover as many of the nuances as possible


Let’s listen to the School Committee meeting of Dec 12.  The total meeting audio runs about 2 hours & 8 minutes.  Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1114-franklin-ma-school-committee-mtg-12-12-23



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School Committee page -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 


The agenda -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_12-12-23.pdf 


Meeting Packet folder -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-12-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet 


Franklin TV video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVm3PER71UQ 


My notes collected via PDF (captured during meeting via Twitter)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YmyqSv0kI2UiuIAplhRBkjz4kiPJ4whc/view?usp=drive_link 


Food Service Update presentation ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/food-svc


Lifelong Learning Update ->  

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/lll


DPW Snow Presentation ->   

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/snow 


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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


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

 

For additional information, please visit franklin.news/ or 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"


FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions
FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions