Saturday, April 12, 2025

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, April 12, 2025 ???

Saturday, April 12

* Franklin Art Association Art Show and Sale Exhibit (Norfolk Public Library)

 
9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
Library events
Library events
9:00am Book Sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)
9:00am Women's Faith Formation (St. Mary's Parish)
9:30am Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) (Franklin Public Library)
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
1:00pm Books by the Bag Sale ($5/bag) (Franklin Public Library)
3:00pm Boston Typewriter Orchestra (Franklin Public Library)

 
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->  
 
 
** NO Town Meetings today   **


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What's happening today in Franklin?
What's happening today in Franklin? 
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


This Chalkboard Chat condenses both the April 8 Policy Subcmte & full School Cmte meetings (audio)

FM #1425 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1425 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 the Studio on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. We had the opportunity to recap both the Policy Subcommittee and School Committee meetings of April 8, 2025. 

 

We cover 

Policy Subcmte mtg - All About Horace


School Cmte Mtg

ECDC update - Kimberly Taylor, Principal


Elementary update -> 

          grade level                      3-5                    K-2

Washington                     Even Chalman             Stefani Wasik

Lincoln                                    Brad Hendrixson                Keri Busavage


Discussion/ actions items -

School Choice Vote 

Foreign Exchange Student Vote 

Policy- 2nd Reading 


The recording runs about 48 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1425-chalkboard-chat-04-09-25/


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


Policy Subcmte Mtg

Policy Subcmte meeting audio -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/04/school-committee-policy-subcommittee.html 


The Policy Subcmte meeting agenda can be found -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082025-1668 


The Town Council memo as discussed -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CCDx8c4zn4ZVUr0EYQy1snpygRVLzxHO/view?usp=drive_link 


My full set of notes taken during the Policy Subcmte meeting can be found in one PDF ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14gUGQ0N6s5bMiGwhbHegsRcxfkZUCirY/view?usp=drive_link 


School Committee Meeting Info

Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/3rgXaYFUtNA?&t=100


The meeting agenda ->  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082025-1669 


Documents released for this agenda after the meeting can be found -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/documents/departments/school-committee/meeting-packets/2024---25-meeting-packets/april-8%2C-2025-sc-meeting-packet/784309 


My notes captured in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QCIHgtiYGE6hjPEpDLKBhP2B1oYReHbu/view?usp=drive_link


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This Chalkboard Chat condenses both the April 8 Policy Subcmte & full School Cmte meetings (audio)
This Chalkboard Chat condenses both the April 8 Policy Subcmte & full School Cmte meetings (audio)


Check out "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street beginning in September 2025

Check out "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street beginning in September 2025
Check out "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street
Lifelong Learning (@FPSLearning) posted on Thu, Apr 10, 2025:

 

"New from Lifelong Learning! "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street for 2025-2026.

We'll care for your pre-K student before and after their ECDC school day.

Go to https://t.co/2vc70vKiXg for details. "

 

FHS baseball team posts a win on Friday (video)

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, April 11, 2025



Baseball = Franklin, 7 vs. Bridgewater-Raynham, 6 – Final

Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aC6rNcXHUI
 


Boys Tennis = Franklin vs. Bishop Feehan, 4:00


Girls Tennis = Franklin @ Bishop Feehan, 3:30


For other results across 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

BFCCPS Chorus & Band take home Bronze awards from first participation in MICCA

via Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

BFCCPS Band
"Our Band and Chorus groups participated in the Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) competitions this past weekend. 
 
This is the first time our school has participated in this festival, and we're so proud of them for earning Bronze Medals! 
 

BFCCPS Chorus
BFCCPS Chorus
 

Thank you Mr. Heater, Ms. Fizgerald, Mr. Perry and Mrs. Socha for all the work you have done with our Performing Arts Students this year."

 Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1WQ7mcu733/



Blood drive scheduled for THE BLACK BOX on April 22

Blood drive scheduled for THE BLACK BOX on April 22
Blood drive scheduled for THE BLACK BOX on Apr 22
We are excited to partner again with the American Red Cross on Tuesday, April 22nd 1:00-6:00 PM at THE BLACK BOX
 
We’ll be working together to give back to the community in a truly life changing way since each donation we collect can save up to three lives.

Please visit redcrossblood.org to sign up to be a donor. Enter zip code 02038 in the “Find a Blood Drive” search box, then scroll to the date. You can also sign up by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.

We look forward to seeing you at THE BLACK BOX Blood Drive!
 

Tri-County Regional recognizes Jack Simmons as the "Outstanding Vocational Student Award" winner

Jack Simmons as the "Outstanding Vocational Student Award" winner
Jack Simmons as the "Outstanding Vocational Student Award" winner
Tri-County Regional (@TriCountyRVTSD) posted at 9:43 AM on Fri, Apr 11, 2025:
 
Outstanding Vocational Student, Jack Simmons!
 

Franklin Middle School Summer Reading Kickoff Book Fair - June 11

summer reading kick-off book fair
summer reading kick-off book fair
via Erin P. O'Leary:
An Unlikely Story is hosting our summer reading kick-off book fair on June 11 from 2 to 8 PM.  
 
All current and potential FMS families are encouraged to attend! 
 
We're promoting it as a great way to buy books for summer, put names to faces, meet new people, support a small business, and fundraise for future literacy events. 
 
Online ordering will be available for those who can not attend in-person. 

Applause reopening rescheduled to April 26

"Rain rain go away! 
 
We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of spring but she is seemingly in no rush. 
 
Applause reopening rescheduled to April 26
Applause reopening rescheduled to April 26
Due to the cold temps and heavy rains expected this weekend, we have decided to delay our opening till April 26th to coincide with the @franklindowntownpartnership ladybug trail spring walk! Join us from 12-7 pm on April 26th for our seasonal grand opening where we will be offering ladybug themed sprinkles to commemorate the day!"
 
 
 
 

Notice of Public Hearing - Community Preservation Committee - May 5

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
FRANKLIN, MA
Community Preservation Committee (CPC)
 
The Franklin Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM. This annual public hearing is required by statute, and will involve a discussion of Franklin’s needs, possibilities and resources regarding community preservation and the use of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds to address these issues, as permitted by the CPA, and will provide an opportunity for public input.

This hearing will be held in person in the Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council
Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after April 30, 2025 for updated information. Please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949 if you require further information or to make arrangements for translation services.

Respectfully Submitted by,

Julie McCann
 
 
Notice of Public Hearing - Community Preservation Committee - May 5
Notice of Public Hearing - Community Preservation Committee - May 5

You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

Get your tickets to the Glen Pharmer Gala, Thursday, May 8, 2025
 
You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025
You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

 
You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025
You're invited: The GlenPharmer Gala - May 8, 2025

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, April 12, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fmFranklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:
 
 
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday

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

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday

Friday, April 11, 2025

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, April 11, 2025 ???

Library & Senior Center events
Library & Senior Center events
Friday, April 11

* Franklin Art Association Art Show and Sale Exhibit (Norfolk Public Library)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)
1:00pm Book Sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)
1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
7:00pm Culinary Cabaret (THE BLACK BOX)
 
 
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->  
 
 
** NO Town Meetings today   **


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What's happening today in Franklin?
What's happening today in Franklin? 
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