Finding The Light Year 5 has kicked off! - Week 2

Via Amy Adams/Painting Venus:

Each week starting this Sunday November 30th through the end of December, I’m hiding a piece of original art somewhere in downtown Franklin, wrapped and ready for you to discover. Clues drop mid week, and the treasure appears Sunday mornings in a surprise spot.

Created with silver or gold accents, each piece carries a little glow to share hope and joy. This year, I invite you to share the light: take it, gift it, or pass it along.

Let’s keep kindness alive across town. Here are a few of the things I have done to help Franklin sparkle. Www.PaintingVenus.art

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"Art lovers- this week is the second of five for the Scavenger Art Gift Away - Finding the Light.

Reminder that this is free to play, all are welcome.

The drop is Sunday morning between 8-11am.

Week 2 clues

• I am on wood but have no leaves
• At 55, I celebrate my 150th year of being around in some form
• I am a launchpad for future steps
• My felines champion through seasons and fill empty bowls
• Arrive on time and you might just catch me at the door"

Finding The Light Year 5 has kicked off!

Via Amy Adams/Painting Venus:

Each week starting this Sunday November 30th through the end of December, I’m hiding a piece of original art somewhere in downtown Franklin, wrapped and ready for you to discover. Clues drop mid week, and the treasure appears Sunday mornings in a surprise spot.

Created with silver or gold accents, each piece carries a little glow to share hope and joy. This year, I invite you to share the light: take it, gift it, or pass it along.

Let’s keep kindness alive across town. Here are a few of the things I have done to help Franklin sparkle. Www.PaintingVenus.art

Finding The Light Scavenger Art Gift Away Week 1:

In the heart of town where stories stay,

A longtime shop frames light each day.

Inside, colors change with care,

Yet the green frames still greet the square.

See through glass where time feels kind…..

your art of light is yours to find.

#findingthelight #franklinma #shareyourlight #communityart #paintingvenus_ #ArtWithPurpose #ArtThatHeals

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CgWU29XcT/

Amy Adams has workshops & a Paint Party open for registration

via Amy Adams/Painting Venus

"I have a couple teaching workshops (slightly different than my paint sessions) that are coming up. The workshops are 1 hour paint lessons. 

Register here: https://115176.blackbaudhosting.com/115176/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=677ee5fb-4bc6-4193-9704-064bd7d29d03

Amy Adams has workshops & a Paint Party open for registration

In addition to a Paint Party - just like our sessions (25% of the funds are donated to help the Franklin Food Pantry).

 

Register here: https://www.paintingvenus.art/event-details/moonlight-bliss

Paint Night at Franklin Food Pantry with Painting Venus - Oct 9

Paint Night at Franklin Food Pantry
with Painting Venus - Oct 9

"Hello community!

There is still time to sign up!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to bring some friends and have a night out"

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, July 24, 2025 ???

Thursday, July 24

Library & Senior Center events 

5:00pm paint "Sunset Light" and help support the Franklin Food Pantry (Franklin Food Pantry)

6:00pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Napper Tandy's, Millis)

7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

9:00pm Joshua David (live music) (3 restaurant)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

** Town Meetings today   **

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Meeting

Thursday, July 24 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07242025-1825    

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, July 24 Time:7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/451?fileID=5417 

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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

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Come to paint "Sunset Light" and help support the Franklin Food Pantry

via Painting Venus/Amy Adams:

"We have a new date coming up! Join us for the next session.

Come out to enjoy an evening filled with a delightful blend of music and painting, setting the perfect tone for a memorable night out with friends and family. 

This unique event inspires creativity and foster connections among attendees. 

 

Come to paint "Sunset Light" and help
support the Franklin Food Pantry

Best of all, your participation in this event goes beyond just personal enjoyment. 25% of all proceeds from the evening will be donated to support the Franklin Food Pantry, an essential local organization dedicated to providing food assistance to those in need within our community. 

By joining us, you are not only treating yourself to a night out, but you are also contributing to a worthy cause. So gather your loved ones, unleash your creativity, and make a positive impact while enjoying a wonderful evening together!"

Follow link https://www.paintingvenus.art/event-details/sunset-light

Wind Phone Installation being welcomed on Sunday, July 27 at noon

Almost a year after Amy Adams and I talked about her possible "wind phone" installations, one is happening next Sunday in Natick. 

"my art has always been about raising awareness and promoting healing so the proposal "Project Healing with HeART", was significant to help me continue to bring that forward."

 

Sunday, July 27 at come to participate in the welcoming event for the "wind phone" installation in Natick. 

Wind Phone Installation being welcomed on Sunday, July 27 at noon

Download the flyer as a reminder or to share -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14rAKCqbTZtdvsm48cCcghdCfFS_ZsaCo/view?usp=drive_link

Listen to our wide ranging discussion on art including the wind phone project. 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/talking-art-with-amy-adams-audio.html

Additional photos -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/GgG2EjUNLq23ydVJ9

Paint Party Social with Amy Adams at the Franklin Food Pantry - May 21

Come join us for a Paint Party Social. No pressure, all artistic levels welcome. This easy going paint session is a friendly time out with some paint brushes and smiles. Event usually runs 1.5 - 2 hours.

Paint Party Social with Amy Adams
at the Franklin Food Pantry - May 21

This is a wheelchair accessible location, we are accepting Art Pharmacy participants.

Must register online to hold seat. For other accommodations contact Amy Adams at amyadams665@gmail.com . Please note: Seating is limited, there are no refunds for this event.
Purchase tickets -> https://www.paintingvenus.art/event-details/whispering-magnolia

Download flyer as a reminder or to share ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qRmCJUOEIrjcDriu3838wSEaL7BZntej/view?usp=drive_link

15th Birthday Benefit Celebration for Spark Kindness features work by Amy Adams

Via Amy Adams (Painting Venus)

It’s up for auction!!please check out the link and read about it

"We are thrilled to present new 15th Birthday Celebration Auction Items: two stunning, one-of-a-kind benches, created by talented local artists Ande Schoenfeld and Amy Adams!

These custom benches are more than just furniture — they are a testament to the power of creativity and community. The designs reflect unique, uplifting themes that embody the spirit of kindness, making them perfect additions to homes, parks, gardens, schools, or public spaces that encourage positivity and connection.

Bid now for the chance to own a piece of local artistry that will not only enhance your environment but also contribute to a wonderful cause. View the meaningful artist statements and listing details for each bench here: https://givebutter.com/c/spark15/auction/categories/39295/custom-kindness-benches?"

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Talking art with Amy Adams (audio)

FM #1302 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1302 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Franklin artist extraordinaire Amy Adams. She is also a member of the Franklin Cultural District Committee. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, October 28, 2024.

 

Our conversation covers some of Amy’s work and approach

• Artsy Boxes

• “Finding the Light” coming the week of Thanksgiving

• “You are here” project in Natick 

• Food Pantry storage project 

• Wind phone plans 

• Asking questions to start conversations

The recording runs about 45 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1302-amy-adams-arts-culture-10-28-24/

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Painting Venus - Amy’s art portfolio page -> https://www.paintingvenus.art/ 

• Artsy box artist recording #1 ( with Shilpa, Jeni, and Julia)  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/shilpa-jeni-julia-talk-about-their-work.html 

• Artsy box artist recording #2 (with Molly Dee) https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/molly-dee-talks-about-her-work-on-artsy.html 

• “You are here” in Natick -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XocjFL_HxZo 

• Food Pantry storage project -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/NjvmBZKtsqLpDPvF6 

• Wind phone plans -> https://www.mywindphone.com/united-states-windphones 

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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.

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Talking art with Amy Adams (audio)