What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, September 28, 2024?

Saturday, September 28

8:00am Friends of Poor Walk (Franklin Town Common)

9:00am Thrifty Threads & Yard Sale (Franklin Federated Church)

9:30am CereBration (Sculpture Park)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

12:00pm Harvest Festival (Downtown Franklin)

12:00pm St Rocco's Remembered  (Franklin Historical Museum)

1:00pm Fall Fashion Fling (Franklin United Methodist Church)

1:00pm ROCKTOBERFEST (THE BLACK BOX)

2:00pm "Let it Be" (Dean College)

5:30pm Free Cookout (Franklin United Methodist Church)

6:00pm Cinema 80 - Man with A Movie Camera (Franklin Historical Museum)

7:00pm "Let it Be"(Dean College)

7:30pm Celtic Band "Runa" (live music) (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse). 

** Due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight's RUNA concert is canceled. The show will be rescheduled at a later date. You may request a refund now or wait until the concert is rescheduled. Please check the Circle of Friends (https://circlefolk.org)  website for updates and to see the schedule for the rest of the year.

8:00pm Karaoke Night (Raillery Public House)

8:00pm Connacht (live music) (Teddy Gallagher's Pub)

9:00pm David Weber (live music) (3 Restaurant)

** 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

Ben is now dressed for success!

Ben is now dressed for success!

"Sassy Ben Franklin showing off his new leg warmers outside of the heart of Franklin @franklinpubliclibrary!

This is part of a new public art piece knitted together by the Friday knitters group that meets weekly at the library.

Click our link in our profile to read more about the yarn installation and listen to a podcast by @franklinmatters.ma sharing the inside scoop of this project featuring knitter and Cultural District Committee member, Sue Cass" along with Anne Frye.

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DAbUstqR4OT/

Interview audio can be found -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/sue-and-anne-talk-about-yarn-project.html

You can help fill in the missing details for this FHS football history being collected

via Tim McDonald Jr.

You can help fill in the missing details

Good morning community. 

I'm in need of your help. I've been working on the history of Franklin High School Football for the past couple of years. I would like to get a site made up where you can go and see past and present history. 

Over time I would like to have rosters, records and pictures of Panther Alum.  My hope is with the help of many of you I'll be able to gain the information I need. 

If you or anyone you may know who can help me out please have them reach out to me. If you have team pictures, action shots from past teams please feel free to sent them to me with names. 

Missing information is listed below. 

• Record 1940-1959, 1974, 1975, 1977
• Team scores Vs opponents 1940-1963, 1966-1990 
• So old pictures and teams from 64 and 65.

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

FYI - Franklin Police announce road closures for Harvest Festival - Saturday, Sep 28

"***HARVEST FESTIVAL ROAD CLOSURE***

Tomorrow, Saturday the 28th Main Street will be completely closed from East Central Street to Emmons Street from approximately 10:15 AM to 6 PM.  

All side roads along this side of Main Street will also be closed."

FYI - Franklin Police announce road closures for Harvest Festival - Saturday, Sep 28

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/wj5KVgrjATyPJJ1m/

FHS field hockey, golf, & football teams post wins 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, September 27, 2024

Football = Franklin, 21 vs. Duxbury, 19 - Final

1st Quarter: (D) Jack Rees 5-yard rush, XP blocked.

2nd Quarter: (D) Trevor Jones 21-yard pass to Jake Falls, XP good; (F) Justin Bianchetto 31-yard pass to Chase Kiriacopoulos, Owen Essam XP good.

3rd Quarter: No scoring.

4th Quarter: (F) Will Tirrell 1-yard rush, O. Essam XP good; (D) T. Jones pass to Ian McNeil, Conversion failed; (F) W. Tirrell 2-yard rush, O. Essam XP good.

Franklin TV video replay link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04WRnX9IiHk

Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 3 – Final 

– The battle between two of the top programs in the Hockomock League delivered as Canton rallied its way to a 3-1 (26-24, 19-25, 26-24, 25-22) win over Franklin. The visiting Panthers had a 24-20 lead in the opening set before the Bulldogs rattled off six straight to take the early lead, and incredibly enough, Canton did the same thing in the third to take the crucial third set for a 2-1 lead. Sally Hoban had a great night at the net with 17 kills and seven digs for the Bulldogs while Charlotte Clyve (10 kills, six digs, two aces) and Ife Ajanaku (five kills, two blocks) provided some key offensive plays. Chloe Dubuisson was big at the net with six blocks and three kills, Caitlyn Reynolds gave the Dogs a boost off the bench at the service line, and Soley Rodriguez Martinez anchored the defense with 18 digs. Junior Erin Bigham ran the show once again, doing a little bit of everything with 38 assists, seven aces, six kills, five digs, and three blocks. Franklin senior Brooke Daniels dished out 31 assists with junior Makayla Kuykendall (15 kills, 13 digs), freshman Emerson Delleo (nine kills, 16 digs), and sophomore Gianna Laurello (eight kills) leading the charge offensively for the Panthers.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 4 @ Canton, 2 – Final

"Friday’s Hockomock crossover clash had the potential of an instant classic when unbeaten Canton hosted unbeaten Franklin. 

The Bulldogs and the Panthers delivered. 

While Canton became the first team to score against Franklin this season, it was the Panthers that used back-to-back goals in quick succession twice to secure a 4-2 win in what was one of the best field hockey games the league has seen in the last decade. 

“I thought it was a great game, both sides,” said Canton head coach Chrissy O’Connor, who is in her ninth year of her second stint at the helm, and 17th season overall."

Continue reading the game recap -> 

https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-field-hockey-stays-unbeaten-in-classic-clash-at-canton/

For a photo gallery from this game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2024-2025/Fall-2024/Canton-Franklin-Field-Hockey-09-27-24

"I AM SO PROUD OF MY TEAM!! We played a complete game today vs Canton & won 4-2!  We remain undefeated on the season 10-0!  Shout Out to Ava Lucenta for her amazing defensive save!! TOTAL TEAM WIN!!  #WhateveritTakes"

https://x.com/FHS_FH_02038/status/1839833625304387819

Golf = Stoughton, 189 @ Franklin, 137 - Final

– Franklin had its best team score in at least a decade, potentially ever, in a win at home over Stoughton. Liam Lewandowski tied his career-best round with a three-under-par round of 32 to earn match medalist honors in the win. Jack Nelson finished one under par (34), Caden Sullivan came in with an even par round of 35, and Cam LaBrie was one over at 36.

"The Panthers have an unreal performance Record breaking performance beating Stoughton 137-189  #butter #pure #birdies #perlamn #roc 

Liam Lewandowski: 32 (-3)

Jack Nelson: 34 (-1)

Caden Sullivan: 35 (E) 

Cam Labrie: 36 (+1)"

https://x.com/FHSGolfTeam/status/1839797384986939664

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-09-27-24/

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

Fire Dept Open House Saturday, Oct 5

Fire Dept Open House Saturday, Oct 5

Franklin Fire Department Open House scheduled for Saturday, Oct 5 from 10:00 Am to 2:00 PM

Shared from -> 

https://www.instagram.com/p/DAW69V1RhdD/

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction detours for week of Sep 30, 2024

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project

 

  

BSI Construction Update for the Week of September 30th:

Monday (9/30) - Friday (10/4): There will also be a construction crew working on Grove Street from Rt. 140 south towards the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7am - 4pm.  Grove Street will be open and reduced to a single lane.

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with excavation to get the final grade depth for the pump station foundation.

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

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction detours for week of Sep 30, 2024

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

 

Beaver Street Interceptor Rehabilitation/Replacement Project

This project consists of the replacement and repair of Franklin's largest piece of sewer infrastructure, originally constructed in 1914.

This site and map will be updated on a weekly basis to convey upcoming construction activities for the Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Construction project.

Interested in receiving email updates regarding the
Beaver Street Interceptor Rehabilitation/Replacement Project?
Please subscribe here (select Beaver Street Interceptor from the list).

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

Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 069 - Love Poems, Forgetful Poems, Stories of Family & more (audio)

In this episode, the Franklin Senior Center Writers Group share stories, poems, and writings about family, friends, forgetfulness, love, perseverance, and how the answer is 42.

Audio file -> https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7444c398-1a9b-435c-a77d-72f19116d2ab

Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 069

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

The "She Grooves Collective" scheduled to perform Oct 6

"Coming up soon at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts! This is our fall spotlight show and a do-not-miss!

Tickets in the comments! *funded partially by the amazing Mass Cultural Council*"

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DAZBLtpR99w/

The "She Grooves Collective" scheduled to perform Oct 6

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, September 27, 2024?

Friday, September 27

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Franklin Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

2:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

3:00pm Heath Nisbett (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Winter Berry Farms: Angora Rabbit Visit (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm "Let it Be" (Dean College)

9:00pm Brian Cabral (live music) (3 Restaurant)

** 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

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - September 27 ???

We are glad you asked.  

Thanks to the good folks operating the Franklin Farmer's Market, we have the answers to share. 

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - September 27 ???

School redistricting boundary lines explained, feedback forum scheduled for Sep 30 at 7 PM

1 - Parents of Franklin school children, now or soon to be, should be aware of the redistricting efforts underway. If you missed the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Sep 24, 2024, you can view the video (linked below).

The redistricting school Boundary Line Presentation is available here -> https://5il.co/2xipb

School redistricting boundary lines explained

2 - The School Committee also scheduled a Community Forum for Sept 30, 2024 at 7 PM. Families will have an opportunity to meet the new Elementary and Middle School Administrative team and provide feedback on the boundary lines to the Superintendent & School Committee members. 

School Committee Special Meeting

District Reorganization Community Forum

September 30, 2024

FHS Media Center

7:00 - 8:30 PM

The video of the school committee meeting Tuesday, Sep 24 can be found ->

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmQiP_yP2tM

FHS girls soccer team tops Stoughton on Thursday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, September 26, 2024

Boys Soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Stoughton, 1 – Final

– Stoughton got off to a great start with a goal in the opening minutes but Franklin pulled back the equalizer in the second half to record a 1-1 draw on the road. Senior Anthony Damasio handed the Knights the early advantage, a lead that the hosts carried into halftime. Senior Garrett Scagliarini put the Panthers on the board with an unassisted second half strike.

Girls Soccer = Stoughton, 2 @ Franklin, 4 – Final 

– After Stoughton evened the score, Franklin added two more goals before halftime and another in the second half to pull away, stay unbeaten this season, and keep a share of first place in the Kelley-Rex. The Panthers opened the scoring after seven minutes, but Stoughton equalized off a corner. Morgan Cook played the ball into the box but partially cleared. Laila Bernard sent the ball back in and Bianca Casna connected to make it 1-1. Franklin would score three straight goals to break the game open. Stoughton would get one back in the final five minutes, as Lauren Mitchell buried a 25-yard free kick and wrapped up the scoring. Mitchell and Maddie Burke played solid games defensively for the Black Knights under constant Franklin pressure.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-26-24/

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

FHS Panther News for Sep 27, 2024 (video)

FHS Panther news for Friday, Sep 27, 2024

video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf42mN8Htss

MA Ballot QUESTION 5: Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers

SUMMARY

As required by law, summaries are written by the State Attorney General.

This proposed law would gradually increase the minimum hourly wage an employer must pay a tipped worker, over the course of five years, on the following schedule:

• To 64% of the state minimum wage on January 1, 2025;

• To 73% of the state minimum wage on January 1, 2026;

• To 82% of the state minimum wage on January 1, 2027;

• To 91% of the state minimum wage on January 1, 2028; and

• To 100% of the state minimum wage on January 1, 2029.

The proposed law would require employers to continue to pay tipped workers the difference Under the proposed law, if an employer pays its workers an hourly wage that is at least the state minimum wage, the employer would be permitted to administer a “tip pool” that combines all the tips given by customers to tipped workers and distributes them among all the workers, including non-tipped workers.

STATEMENT OF FISCAL CONSEQUENCES

As required by law, statements of fiscal consequences are written by the Executive Office of Administration and Finance.

There are no direct fiscal consequences on the Commonwealth or municipalities because they generally do not employ tipped employees. Nevertheless, this measure will affect proposed state and municipal revenues and expenditures due to impacts on employee and business income and earnings. While those impacts are difficult to project due to the lack of reliable data, increasing the minimum hourly wage of tipped employees will likely increase state income tax collections because employees will earn more in hourly wages from which state income tax is withheld. The impacts on gratuity earnings and gratuity tax reporting are unknown

WHAT YOUR VOTE WILL DO

As required by law, the statements describing the effect of a “yes” or “no” vote are written jointly by the State Attorney General and the Secretary of the Commonwealth

A YES VOTE would increase the minimum hourly wage an employer must pay a tipped worker to the full state minimum wage implemented over five years, at which point employers could pool all tips and distribute them to all non- management workers.

A NO VOTE would make no change in the law governing tip pooling or the minimum wage for tipped workers

IN FAVOR: 

Vote Yes for FAIRNESS - 

It’s fair for Workers:

Instead of being paid the current tipped worker wage of just $6.75 an hour, Massachusetts tipped workers deserve the full minimum wage with tips on top. Workers in 7 other states earn a full wage plus tips, and they enjoy

robust tips and growing restaurants where menu prices are comparable to Massachusetts. This law would create greater financial stability and predictability, acknowledging workers’ skills and professionalism.

It’s fair for Employers:

Many Massachusetts small businesses are already paying the full minimum wage plus tips. Big restaurant corporations should do the

same. This would reduce employee turnover and improve service quality.

It’s fair for Consumers:

Big restaurant corporations are not paying their fair share and are forcing consumers to cover their employees’ wages through tips. Tips should be a reward for good service, not a subsidy for low wages paid by large corporations.

Estefania Galvis One Fair Wage 

11 Converse Ave

Malden, MA 02148

813-898-9136

www.yeson5ma.com

AGAINST: 

This question is funded by a radical group from California.

Tipped employees have made it abundantly clear the way they earn money does not need to be changed. State and Federal law guarantee them the $15 hourly minimum wage with many earning over $40/hr and 90% reporting at least $20/hr. A recent survey also showed that 88% oppose ‘tip pools’ where tips are shared with non-service employees and 90% believe that if tipped wages are eliminated, they will earn less.

Other attempts to implement this have seen catastrophic results. In Washington, D.C., nearly 10% of tipped employees have lost or left their jobs. This follows increases in menu prices, the implementation of 20% ‘service fees’ and a wave of closures.

This would reduce overall wages for servers, increase costs for restaurants and skyrocket the cost of eating out. It will be disastrous with many neighborhood restaurants being forced to close.

Doug Bacon

Former Server and Bartender, Current Restaurant Owner

Committee to Protect Tips 

160 E Main St # 2

Westborough, MA 01581 

www.ProtectTips.org

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For this information on Ballot Question 5 in one PDF -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/180F0k-IwcYOTt9GvMmrEhkpjdzkZwHYh/view?usp=drive_link

Full PDF of the Secretary of the Commonwealth's Information for Voters "red book" -> https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/download/research-and-statistics/IFV_2024.pdf

Additional voting info for the State can be found -> 

https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/elections-and-voting.htm

Specific info for Franklin, MA voters can be found on the Town Clerk page ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerkelection-administrato

MA Ballot QUESTION 5: Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers 

Watch "Senator Becca Rausch Town Hall" on YouTube

Senator Becca Rausch held a Town Hall for the southern portion of her wide district on Tuesday at the Franklin Senior Center. in case you missed the event, Franklin TV did record it and you can view it anytime on replay.

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/live/jwk4f4znjus?&t=653

Senator Becca Rausch Town Hall screengrab

Instagram rules changes not going far enough

The Guardian: "It’s not a solution for teen girls like me’: Instagram’s new under-18 rules met with skepticism"

"Sevey Morton first got an Instagram account when she was 10 years old. She used it to keep up with friends, but also to follow pop culture trends. Now 16, the San Diego high schooler says all the airbrushed perfection and slickly edited selfies from celebrities and influencers made her hyper-focused on her appearance, causing anxiety and body image issues.

“Being exposed to that at a very young age impacted the way I grew into myself,” Morton said. “There is a huge part of me that wishes social media did not exist.”

Morton’s struggles inspired her film-maker mother, Laura, to direct Anxious Nation, a documentary on America’s so-called anxiety epidemic among adolescents. When Morton heard last week that Meta set new rules for teen accounts, she thought it was a good start – but not a solution.

Meta, which owns Instagram, rolled out changes that give parents the ability to set daily time limits on the app and block teens from using Instagram at night. Parents can also see the accounts their children message, along with the content categories they view. Teen accounts are now private by default, and Meta said “sensitive content” – which could range from violence to influencers hawking plastic surgery – will be “limited”.

Shared from (subscription may be required) ->   https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/sep/23/meta-instagram-teen-account-rules

Meta’s new rules for Instagram come amid a so-called anxiety epidemic among young people, which is found to be exacerbated by prolonged social media use. Photograph: miljko/Getty Images

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, Sep 27, 2024

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Friday

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick  Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel         (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY

7:00 am MyFM Gala 2024
8:30 am Frank Presents: Jacob Juncker
10:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams
11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 2
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 1
3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1
4:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture
5:30 pm Veterans' Call: Steve Crouteau
8:30 pm Endless Konnections: Joseph Charles
9:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Jamie Barrett & Jesse Liam

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY

7:00 am MICCA Festival 2019
8:30 am Mental Health: Donna Grady
9:30 am Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 1 01-28-19
11:00 am FHS Track and Field: v Attleboro 04-04-23
1:30 pm FHS Winter Chorus & Orchestra 2022
3:00 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon
4:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Attleboro 09-19-24
9:30 pm FHS Theater Company: Legally Blonde

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) =  FRIDAY

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 09-05-24

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 09-05-24

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf   

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