School of Fish updated at the Sculpture Park, Thursday, May 28, at 4:30 PM

School of Fish updated at the Sculpture Park,
Thursday, May 28, at 4:30 PM

via Amy Adams:

"Here we go again! The traveling School of Fish is on the move and getting ready for their welcome party. Come and support the kids with this public art initiative. 

Thank you to Tri-County Regional Vocational School and the Washington Street School. We are so proud and grateful for your efforts."

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Talking with Amy Adams about the Wind Phone coming soon to Franklin (Audio)

FM #1743 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1743 in the series. 

The wind phone as installed in Natick

This session shares my conversation with Franklin artist extraordinaire Amy Adams. She is a member of the Franklin Art Association. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Our conversation covers Amy’s work and approach

• The Wind Phone comes to Franklin’s Sculpture Park

• Dealing with grief, healing with HeART

• Readiness to deal with grief

The recording runs about 41 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link -  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1743-talking-with-amy-adams-about-wind-phones-04-29-26/

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

US Wind phone website  (as mentioned) -> https://www.mywindphone.com/united-states-windphones 

First recording on the wind phone (and art overall) (Nov 2024)

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

Prior recording about the Natick phone installation (July 2025)

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/07/amy-adams-talks-about-wind-phone.html 

Video of the welcoming remarks when the wind phone opened in Natick (July 2025)

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/07/wind-phone-natick-welcoming-remarks-by.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?

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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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Rise Up This Week, at the Sculpture Park, Saturday, Apr 18 at 10 AM

*at the Sculpture Park*

Good morning, Rise Up is this week and we are planning to enjoy the season by meeting outside at the Sculpture Park. If the weather is too cold or rainy, we will meet at our regular location of the Church instead. Please check your email or Facebook for any announcements about location the morning of. Date: Saturday, April 18th Time: 10:00am Location: Sculpture Park on Panther Way, next to the Police Station (no exact address, just put "Sculpture Park Franklin" in your GPS) Parking: Next to the Police Station on Panther Way There is also one van accessible parking spot on Ponton Ave, off Edwards Street Meeting Spot: The large dock area (if you're coming from the main parking spot, its the right side of the park) *We will provide tables and chairs Restrooms: There is a handicap accessible restroom at the police station next door, which you are welcome to use Outline: open social time group discussion announcements and wrap-up If you have any additional questions or needs, please reply or call me at (508) 455-5687 by Wednesday this week. You may also use that phone number to call or text me Saturday morning if you need any guidance. See you there! Ali

Alison Rheaume | Franklin | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Arts & Culture: Call for Artists | Free to Participate & Open to All Ages!

Arts & Culture: Call for Artists | Free to
Participate & Open to All Ages!

The Franklin Sculpture Park Fairy House Exhibit is dedicated to fostering environmental awareness and strengthening community connections through public art. This exhibit invites participants of all ages to create and enjoy fairy houses crafted celebrating both creativity and environmental respect. 

By making art accessible and free to everyone, we aim to inspire a shared appreciation for nature, encourage sustainable practices, and build a welcoming community space where imagination and conservation come together. 

Deadline to sign up is March 30, 2026 - apply - https://form.jotform.com/260285705792060

DEBUT of New PUBLIC ART at the Franklin Sculpture Park

The Town of Franklin is proud to present The Healing Word: Poetry for Awareness and Connection, a new public art installation making its debut this September at the Franklin Sculpture Park.

Created in honor of National Suicide Awareness Month (September), this project invited local poets and writers to share original works exploring themes of mental health, healing, and hope.

DEBUT of New PUBLIC ART at the Franklin Sculpture Park

Eight poets were compensated for their contributions through the FY25 public art earmark secured by Senator Rebecca Rausch. Their words now stand as works of public art—offering space for reflection, connection, and compassion, while demonstrating the power of the arts to support both emotional well-being and the local creative economy.

Featured Poets: Jamie Brannon, Marc D. Cohen, Rachael Dubinsky, Alan R. Earls, Takaaki Matsumoto, Ella Mooradian, Ali Rheaume, and Stephen Sherlock

We invite you to visit the Sculpture Park, spend time with these moving works, and experience how poetry can bring awareness, healing, and community connection.

Photo album of the individual displays ->

https://photos.app.goo.gl/rjcEPwhaMQUk9Cnb8

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Content Advisory: Sensitive Material

The poems presented in this series share (the poets) personal reflections of mental health, healing, and recovery. Some works may include references to depression, trauma, grief, or suicidal thoughts. This project is part of a community-wide effort to use art as a means of fostering empathy, understanding, and hope. While these pieces express individual experiences, the Town of Franklin does not promote or endorse suicide, self-harm, or any form of violence toward oneself or others.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, support is available. You are not alone. Call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org.

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More of my poetry can also be found at quietpoet.com. The work selected is linked to here

https://www.quietpoet.com/2024/12/whats-next.html

Take time to visit the first Microgallery now located at the Sculpture Park

Introducing… our first Microgallery installation! Located at the Franklin Sculpture Park by artist @amyvulf

“The Town of Franklin’s Department of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy is proud to announce the launch of its MicroGallery Project—a new public art initiative designed to bring dynamic, small-scale exhibitions to unexpected places in the community. The first of three MicroGalleries will be installed this summer at the Franklin Sculpture Park on Panther Way.

This rotating gallery will feature intimate, site-specific works that are accessible, engaging, and reflective of the cultural vibrancy of Franklin. Artists of all backgrounds—especially those with ties to Franklin or the region—are encouraged to submit their proposals for this unique opportunity.

Amy Vulfovich

This project is made possible through the generous support of an earmark by Senator Rebecca Rausch, helping to expand public art and creative expression across Franklin.”

Our first selected Artist is Amy Vulfovich; ‘Over the past few years, I have challenged myself to create art with materials found in nature, such as tree bark, leaves, pinecones and acorns. Whether I am on a walk in the woods, relaxing on a beach or playing with my kids in the park, my head is always down, searching the ground for items I can use in my art. There are times when I find supplies that will fit with my vision and other times when I find inspiration from the natural items I discover. I create a story with each artwork, while also showcasing the beauty and endless possibilities of working with natural materials.

When making my sculptures, I spend days searching for the perfect twigs, leaves, acorns and more in order to achieve a pose or create the small details that will give a space its intended atmosphere. Unlike traditional materials like wire or clay, I cannot change the angles of a branch or increase the size of an acorn. Although I am limited to the materials I find, I greatly enjoy the challenge this creates. I find that it pushes me to think outside the box and has given me a chance to strengthen my creativity.’

Stop by the Franklin Sculpture Park to take a peek (new signage coming soon)!

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