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Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Holiday Yankee Swap - Dec 13 |
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Reminder to join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Holiday Yankee Swap - Dec 13
Sunday, November 26, 2023
Author JM Celi wrote the book he couldn't find on vampires when he was growing up (audio)
FM #1104 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1104 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with local author JM Celi. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Public Radio studio on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.
Our conversation lets you find out more about Jamie and his first independently published work “The Unlife of Lisa Cooper: Conviction.”
We find out about Kindle Vella, a Kindle product that delivers serialized written works. We talk about Jamie’s writing process from draft through multiple reviews and edits to publication.
We find out that “Conviction” is the first part of a planned trilogy.
The recording runs about 26 minutes so let’s listen to my author JM Celi.
Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1104-author-jm-celi-11-21-23
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The Unlife of Lisa Cooper: Conviction |
JM Celi’s author web site -> https://www.jmceli.com/
“The Unlife of Lisa Cooper: Conviction” can be found in most bookstores, including Escape Into Fiction in downtown Franklin.
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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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Author JM Celi wrote the book he couldn't find on vampires when he was growing up (audio) |
Friday, November 24, 2023
Holiday Stroll: Downtown Franklin, Fri, Sat, & Sun
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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club annual Holiday Yankee Swap - Dec 13
Sunday, November 12, 2023
Franklin Downtown Partnership coordinates the "Count on me" Challenge
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visit the butterfly mural |
"The Franklin Downtown Partnership, in collaboration with @escape_into_fiction and @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen and local artist Amy Adams (@paintingvenus_ ) bring to you a fun, interactive contest!!
Simply visit the butterfly mural across from Birchwood Bakery, count the butterflies and submit your answer as to how many you see for your chance to win a warm drink and a book!
The perfect cozy combo for the cooler days to come!
Entries due by 11/22!"
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Franklin Downtown Partnership coordinates the "Count on me" Challenge |
Monday, October 30, 2023
Book club at Escape into Fiction takes a field trip to Birchwood Nov 16
via Escape Into Fiction
November Book club is taking a field trip!
Meet us at Birchwood Cafe' @birchwoodbakeryandkitchen
11/16/23 at 6:30pm
The book is The Radcliffe Ladies' Reading Club by @juliabryanthomas_author
a #massachusetts #historicalfiction
visit www.escapeintofiction.com @escape_into_fiction to purchase the ticket and the book for the event. There will be a small snack provided, and ability to purchase more as you wish! If you already own the book, you may just purchase the ticket online or in store!
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy6pPgtOF-o/?
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Franklin Art Association schedules reception for Nov 9 from 6 to 8 PM
www.franklinart.org, Facebook and Instagram.
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Franklin Art Association schedule reception for Nov 9 from 6 to 8 PM
www.franklinart.org, Facebook and Instagram.
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Escape Into Fiction coordinates with FSPA for a Mermaid Story Time - Oct 7
"Coming Soon!!!Mark your calendars for this fun collaboration with @fspaonline for a Mermaid Story Time.... as they prepare for their big production, we want to show our community support!Feel free to let your little ones dress up in their favorite Mermaid character costume!"
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Scheduled to Meet - Oct 11
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Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Scheduled to Meet - Oct 11 |
Monday, September 11, 2023
"Keeping the bookstore here" status for August 2023!
Via Escape Into Fiction
We made the month goals and a bit more!! Thank you #franklinma for ALL of your #shoplocal support and showing the love!
We are grateful to be in a wonderful #community and hope to continue to see the goal met each month going forward!!
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"Keeping the bookstore here" status for August 2023! |
Sunday, September 10, 2023
April Rock and I talk about local business and her lessons to share from Escape Into Fiction (audio)
FM #1056 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1056 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with April Rock, owner operator of Escape Into Fiction. We met in person at Escape on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. (Yes, this may seem to have gotten ‘aged’ in the archives. However, the discussion was relatively green so it did age well. Fortunately, April is healthy now and approved of sharing this.)
April shares her insights into operating a bookstore downtown Franklin, collaborating with Franklin Art Association, the Cultural District, Cultural Council, and other local groups. How research and listening are her two big pieces of advice for local businesses.
Their inventory is small but they can order other books you want, as long as they are still in print. So if you don’t find something in particular, don’t be afraid to ask.
This conversation runs about 16 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with April at Escape Into Fiction. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1056-escape-into-fiction-with-april-rock-02-14-23
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Escape Into Fiction webpage -> https://escapeintofiction.com/
Located at 12 Min St, Franklin contact and hours -> https://escapeintofiction.com/contact-hours
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
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"
Friday, August 11, 2023
Franklin Art Association announce their Juried Art Show Opening at the Harvest Festival - Sep 30
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Escape Into Fiction appeals to local support to survive
"As a small business owner I have to constantly monitor our progress. So far this year we have met so many new customers and we have grown so much!!But the reality is that in order to stay where we are, right on Main St, and to continue in a healthy business pattern we will need to make sure we are making enough business.We’ve been asked many times, so I thought I’d share. Here are the numbers it will take for us to remain and stay viable.Shopping local matters. The store is asked almost daily for donations, participating in local events, and about employment. Without local support we can’t manage it all.Thank you for those who are already loyal! We are so appreciative"
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Escape Into Fiction appeals to local support to survive |
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Art Association Juried Exhibit Scheduled for Strawberry Stroll Friday, June 9
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Art Association Juried Exhibit Scheduled for Strawberry Stroll Friday, June 9 |
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'
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Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety' |