What do you want to tell the Survey about Arts & Culture in Franklin?

The survey to provide input on arts & culture in Franklin is open ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4AWODps2aVQd_tzHIGfcJBRwUdpvYB9jK3hgfxploSWc7zw/viewform

Or use the QR Code in the image to get to the survey -> 

The Arts & Culture Survey is open for your input!

You can also participate in the Listening Tour; next stop Apr 28 at the Franklin Library. Additional details on the tour stops -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/youre-invited-franklin-arts-culture-listening-tour

   

The Arts & Culture listening tour

Arts & Culture Listening Tour Updated; Your feedback is needed

The Town Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Arts and Cultural Initiatives is seeking input from residents and community stakeholders on all things arts and culture. Take the survey today: https://buff.ly/3mEA7Kh 

Access event details here: https://buff.ly/3F9YoOv

Shared from Twitter- > https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1633603520065863680 

Arts & Culture Listening Tour Updated; Your feedback is needed

Register for (free) to participate in the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium scheduled for March 30, 2023

If you haven't registered for the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium, 2023, please register. 

The Franklin Cultural Council's symposium, "Uplifting the Arts: the Intersection of Culture and Economy" is scheduled for Thursday, March 30, at Dean College in the Guidrey Center. 

The featured speaker is Michael Bobbitt, Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council. 

The panelists include Edward M. Augustus, Jr., Chancellor, Dean College; Carolyn Cole, Program Officer, Mass Cultural Council; and Erin Lynch, Executive Director, MetroWest Visitors Bureau. The moderator for the evening is Kaye Kelly, Professor, Berklee College of Music.

 

The event is open to all and is free. Light refreshments will be available.  Doors open at 6:00 pm and the program begins at 6:30 pm. Please register so we know that you are coming. Select Symposium to register. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Franklin Cultural District Committee

Franklin, MA

franklinculture.org

Register for (free) to participate in the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium scheduled for March 30, 2023

If it is Tuesday, it must be time for

• 5 PM to 7 PM -> 

The first stop of the Arts & Culture Listening Tour - at Dean College, More details on the event -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/02/youre-invited-to-franklin-arts-culture.html

• 6 PM to 8 PM -> 

Franklin Public Schools seeks public input on proposed options amid redistricting analysis process (also a virtual event is scheduled for March 13, same information both nights) -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/franklin-public-schools-seeks-public.html

• 7 PM -> 

Community Preservation Committee review the proposed FY 2024 budget for allocation of the CPA funds for projects - Agenda and supporting materials ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/community-preservation-committee.html

• 7 PM ->

Peonies: Love of My Life presentation hosted by the Franklin Garden Club at the Franklin Public Library - additional details ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/reminder-peonies-love-of-my-life-march.html

If it is Tuesday, it must be time for

Register to participate in the free Metrowest Arts and Culture Symposium - March 30

Please consider registering for this event! 

It's FREE but we need to know you are coming!

 

It's not often we get the the Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council to come out to Franklin! Don't miss this chance to hear him and our esteemed panelists speak as well!

To register: bit.ly/MACS-2023.

Metrowest Arts and Culture Symposium

Register to participate in the free Metrowest Arts and Culture Symposium - March 30

You're Invited to the Franklin Arts & Culture Listening Tour!

You're Invited to the Franklin Arts & Culture Listening Tour!

Help shape the future of Arts & Culture (A&C) during the town's Master Plan update process.

The Franklin Town Council has established an Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Arts and Cultural Initiatives. The Ad Hoc Subcommittee will host 3 sessions as part of their listening tour. The purpose of these tours is to gather community input to help inform the direction of arts and culture for the next 10 -15 years as part of the town's Master Plan Update process.

Your input will help define what Arts and Culture (A&C) is to Franklin and shape where we as a community want it to be. By embedding our communal vision for the arts into long range planning, we can ensure our vision for the arts is developed further and well maintained by the creative community as it continues to evolve.

You're invited to join one of the three sessions ... 

Arts & Culture Listening Tour

• A&C Listening Session 1

March 7, 2023 - 5 PM - 7 PM
Dean College, Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center 1st floor in the Campanella Boardroom. (Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar) 

You may access a map of Dean College here.

• A&C Listening Session 2

April 28, 2023 - 9 AM - 11 AM
Franklin Public Library, Meeting Room (School St. entrance). (Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar)

• A&C Listening Session 3

May 19, 2023 - 10 AM - 12 PM
Escape Into Fiction, 12 Main St. Franklin, MA (Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar)

The Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Arts and Cultural Initiatives is composed of the following Town Council members:

• Cobi Frongillo, Chair
• Ted Cormier-Ledger, Vice Chair
• Melanie Hamblen, Clerk

See the attached poster or click here to learn more!

Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/events/421731

Franklin Panthers recognized, Historic Districts info shared, goals update provided and 4 committees authorized (audio)

FM #913 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 913 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Town Council meeting held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. All 9 members of the Council were present in the Council Chambers.

Quick recap:

• Franklin Panthers 4th grade football team recognized for winning the State Championship

• Video and info shared on the 2 National Register Historic Districts in Franklin that was prepared by Vicki Earls, Franklin Public Library

• Town Council Goals Update in the middle of this two year term was provided by Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator

• Renewal of Municipal agreement with Tri-County for school resource officer

• Ratification of 3 contract adjustments with Police (2) and Fire (1)

• Authorize formation of four committees

• Arts & Culture

• Master Plan

• Police Station

• Davis Thayer reuse

The recording runs just over 2 hours. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting on January 4, 2023. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-913-town-council-mtg-01-04-23

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Meeting agenda and documents released for this session ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/01/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting-agenda.html

The National Register Historic Districts presentation ->   https://youtu.be/KdGHozDRa1E

Watch the Franklin.TV video replay on YouTube ->  https://youtu.be/N-WomocGBlc

My notes in one threaded PDF document -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iIH7JAlnlgN69HDkUYIS-3U44pUSUW15/view?usp=share_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 Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

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"

Historic Districts info shared

Town Council Quarterbacking gets inside the meeting of Jan 4, the recognition, legislation, and creation of 4 committees (audio)

FM #912 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 912 in the series. 

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of Jan 4, 2023: 

• ok, what just happened? 

• What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?

We cover the following key topics

PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS

a. Proclamation: Franklin Panthers 4th Grade Football Team

PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

National Register Historic Districts in Franklin - Vicki Earls, Franklin Public Library https://youtu.be/KdGHozDRa1E 

Town Council Goals Update - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._goals.pdf 

LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

Renewal of Municipal agreement with Tri-County for school resource officer

Ratification of 3 contract adjustments with Police (2) and Fire (1)

Authorize formation of four committees

• Arts & Culture

• Master Plan

• Police Station

• Davis Thayer reuse

Our conversation runs about 41 minutes

Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. 

Let’s listen to this session of Town Council Quarterbacking recorded Jan 5, 2023

Audio file ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-912-town-council-quarterbacking-01-05-23

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Meeting agenda and documents released for this session ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/01/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting-agenda.html

The National Register Historic Districts presentation ->   https://youtu.be/KdGHozDRa1E

Watch the Franklin.TV video replay on YouTube ->  https://youtu.be/N-WomocGBlc

My notes in one threaded PDF document -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iIH7JAlnlgN69HDkUYIS-3U44pUSUW15/view?usp=share_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 Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

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 your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Councilor Cormier-Leger reading the proclamation for the Panthers 4th grade team

Creative Corner Art Studio schedules to host free Open House, Saturday, Nov 26 from 1 to 3 PM

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year….

Let our team help you create holiday memories this season for or with those you love!

FREE OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY NOVEMBER 26 FROM 1-3 PM

Kick off the holiday season with my team and I during a Free Open House for a creative arts and craft activity and hot chocolate.

TEEN CREATIVE ARTS NIGHT - FRIDAYS, DECEMBER 2  AND 9 - 7-8 PM

Come to paint holiday pottery ornaments and have hot chocolate and cookies. For ages 12-15 • Cost $25.00 a person

ADULT POTTERY PAINTING NIGHT - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8 - 7-8:30 PM

Ceramic Christmas Trees or Menorahs: Come listen to holiday music, have a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and cookies while you paint a keepsake piece of artwork with your daughter, son or friends. • Cost 50.00

WEEKEND HOLIDAY OPEN STUDIO TIMES - 1-3 PM

Come Create a Holiday memory with your family or friends. Choose from pottery or arts/crafts The Month of December - 12/3,12/4, 12/10, and 12/11

Cost $25.00 a project. • Must pre-register

ADULT CREATIVE ARTS NIGHT OUT!

More information to come! Thursday nights 7-8:30pm

Events will include paint and sip nights with local artists, creative arts and crafts and pottery. Cost will be between $35- $45.00 for each event.

For pre registration contact Amy.

Looking Head for 2023…

Will be offering Teen Programs during the week for the New Year!

Register on our website www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com or contact the owner Amy at amy.creativecornerartstudio@gmail.com

Follow us and “like” our social media sites on Facebook or Instagram!

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14h_vYYQLmOdyM_HhTbcym1MgQK79DTN0/view?usp=share_link

Creative Corner Art Studio

ARTS MOSAIC - at Dean College, Nov 4 & 5

Enjoy two evenings of select student works and collaborations, integrating dance, theatre, music, film and much more. Join us as we celebrate the diversity of the arts on the Dean College campus.

CONTENT ADVISORY

Some works on our program following intermission include themes that some audience members may find disturbing or triggering. Works may make reference to depression, suicide, sexual assault, and adult situations that may not be appropriate for all audiences. Works may also contain strong language, and/or opinions which do not reflect the views or positions of Dean College. Viewer discretion is advised.

Performance schedule

• Friday, 7:30 PM
• Saturday, 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Purchase your tickets online -> www.dean.edu/mosaic22 

ARTS MOSAIC - at Dean College, Nov 4 & 5

You can help "Give kids the arts" - a win win!

"Kids today are closed in, lacking human interaction, and riddled with anxieties.
Research shows a global surge in the number of young people reporting symptoms of clinical depression. Our schools are strained, canceling art programs when they need them most. We’re on a mission to change that.

Only 12% of public high schools offered one of the four arts disciplines, and only 17% offered all four. It has been proven that students who study art are 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and 3 times more likely to be awarded for school attendance.

Transparency is one of our core values, so along with using every penny you donate to supply children with the art supplies they need, we also prove images of each handout on our Gallery page or Social Media accounts.

Donate today to keep kids learning and growing. "

Visit their webpage to donate to the cause -> 

givekidsthearts.org

The 501(c)3 is the inspiration of Ian & Linda Kabat, Franklin residents who also brought the Sculpture Park to Franklin.

Visit the Wrentham Artisan Market and talk with them on July 24:

"Come visit us July 24 from 10-2 Our first fair thanks to Wrentham Artisan Market. " http://southernnewenglandevents.com 

shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/l_kabat/status/1547179350512082945 

 

You can help "Give kids the arts" - a win win!

Franklin Cultural District - Arts happening Here (through May 31)

Concerts, trivia, and yoga lead to the Memorial Day parade and ceremony on Monday. Oh, and the FAA art exhibit (7 artists) continues at 67 Degrees. 

Yes, #arts happening here!

Wednesday, May 25
7:30pm - OSKEY (FHS seniors variety show)

Thursday, May 26
5:00pm - Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy (LaCantina Winery)

https://lacantinawinery.com/events/4-21-ayla-brown-rob-bellamy-819/

6:30pm - Trivia Thursday (67 Degrees)

https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/trivia-thursday-3/

7:00pm - FSPA performs Excerpts from Great Opera and Operetta (THE BLACK BOX)

https://www.fspaonline.com/events.php?id=1568

Friday, May 27
6:00pm - Hit the Bus with Laura May (67 Degrees)

https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/hit-the-bus-with-laura-may-2/

Saturday, May 28
10:00am - Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am - Yoga in the Taproom (67 Degrees)

https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/yoga-in-the-taproom-2/

11:00am - Goat Yoga is back! (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

https://www.fairmountfruit.com/what-s-happening

Sunday, May 29
1:00pm - Historical Museum (always free)

Monday, May 30 = Memorial Day
10:30am - Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/05/memorial-day-parade-starts-at-1030.html

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

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 Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Introductory remarks & Keynote address from the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium (audio)

FM #797 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 797 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium held on Saturday, May 14, 2022. The recording includes the introductory remarks and the keynote address along with question & answer period with the audience. The four breakout sessions were also video recorded by Franklin TV. When those are available, they will be shared.

Kaye Kelly, Chair of the Franklin Cultural Council opens the session. A string quartet of FHS students plays a piece before going off to their MICCA competition.

• Kaye begins her remarks at approx. 10 minutes

• Kaye introduces Town Administrator Jamie Hellen at approx. 17 minutes

• Jamie in turn introduces Roberta Trahan and Pandora Carlucci at approx. 22 minutes

• Kaye returns to the podium to introduce Michael Bobbitt, Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council at approx. 27 minutes

• Michael speaks and then opens for questions from the audience at approx. 47 minutes

• Kaye returns to the podium to thank Michael at approx. 1 hour 9 minutes. 

The four break out sessions start approx. 15 minutes later each of which run for about 45 minutes, take a 15 minute break and then repeat with a different audience. After the second session, a networking lunch closes out the day.

When the Franklin TV video recording of the full event is available, we’ll update and let folks know.

The full recording runs about an hour and eighteen minutes, so let’s listen to the introductory remarks, and then the Keynote for the MetroWest Art & Culture Symposium.

Audio file => https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-797-metrowest-arts-culture-symposium-intro-remarks-keynote-05-14-22

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Symposium speakers and schedule

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/04/franklin-cultural-district-arts-are.html 

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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 Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

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"

L - R: Raye Lynn Mercer, Jamie Hellen, State Rep Jeff Roy, Michael Bobbitt, Kaye Kelly, Ted Cormier-Leger, Cobi Frongillo, Roberta Trahan, Pandora Carlucci