Chancellor Augustus shares his 'short story' and elaborates on the "Dean Difference" (audio)

FM #881 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 881 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Dean College Chancellor Edward M Augustus Jr. We met in the wfpr.fm radio studio to record on Thursday, Nov 10, 2022. 

Our topic list included

• Chancellor Augustus background and his road to Dean 

• The Dean organizational structure and role he plays co-leading Dean with President Ken Elmore

• The challenges facing Dean and how to leverage the “Dean Difference”

• Listening as a skill 

The recording runs about thirty seven minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Chancellor Augustus.

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-881-dean-college-chancellor-ed-augustus-11-10-22

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Dean College Chancellor Ed Augustus page and contact info ->

https://www.dean.edu/about-dean/leadership/office-of-the-chancellor/ 

Dean Leadership Institute -> https://www.dean.edu/academics/dean-leadership-institute-2/

Darryl Purpose was the folk singer who’s name had escaped me during my conversation with the Chancellor. The song line that stuck is found in his performance ->  https://darrylpurpose.bandcamp.com/track/a-crooked-line 

And how about the coincidence (?) (or maybe not?) that part of the song is about the creation of a baseball stadium?

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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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Edward M. Augustus, Jr.

Lifelong Learning fall sessions are open for registration: there might be something for you!

Registration is now open at Lifelong Community Learning. We hope you can join us. There’s a lot going on.

Lifelong Learning is the community education branch of Franklin Public Schools, and provides educational experiences for Franklin residents, and those from surrounding towns, from elementary school through retirement.

Adult participants can choose from a very interesting variety of options this fall, including Arts & Crafts, Lifestyle & Culture, Exercise & Wellness, Team Sports, Workshops & Special Events, and Online Learning. Some of the exercise and sports choices are Badminton, LaBlast Dance Fitness, Tai Chi, Yoga, Volleyball, and Ladies Light Hiking.  New this year: Women’s Basketball and Basketball for Men Over 50 along with much more. 

If you are looking for language options, once again we have Beginner Spanish for adults and Conversational Italian. New this fall, we have American Sign Language (ASL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) both for adults.

For children, Lifelong Community Learning’s ever popular Kids’ Corner program is once again offering Kids’ Cooking classes. In these 1-hour classes, students will gain kitchen skills like searing, sautéing, folding, and more. They will create 1 -2 dishes per week depending on complexity and timing. You will want to check this out, there is so much more to see and do at Kids’ Corner. It’s where fun and learning meet after school.

Visit www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com for full course details and to register.  You may also call Lifelong Community Learning at 508-613-1480.

Download a copy of the Fall brochure ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G6HNgwLGmIvw7hC2p2_nxN6AmYvtrPZ4/view?usp=sharing

Lifelong Learning fall sessions are open for registration: there might be something for you!

Lifestyle & Culture Classes-Winter/Spring 2022

Conversational Spanish for Adults

Buenos dias! Is a trip in your future OR would you simply like to learn a new language? Have you ever wondered what the perfect line to start a Spanish conversation might be? Then, this class is for you!

• 8 weeks beginning January 19 - Cost: $79

Conversational Italian for Adults

Buon giorno! Is a trip to Italy in your future OR would you simply like to learn the language? Then this is the place! Through situational vocabulary framed in a cultural context, you will learn the basics to make a stay in Italy even more pleasant.

• 8 Weeks beginning March 29 - Cost: $90

Using Google To Learn About Your Wine

"Hey Google tell me about this wine." This is a sit down educational tasting event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room. We will show you how to find industry secrets about your wine, exploring wine contents, availability, and locations using all Google offers.

• Tuesday, March 22 - Cost: $30

For more information and additional details visit  www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

Lifestyle & Culture Classes-Winter/Spring 2022

Reminder: St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation - Sep 18

The St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation will be starting in person monthly meetings again. We are extending an invitation to each of you to join us. Normally during the year we meet in the Parish Hall and via Zoom on the second Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30 AM. Our meeting format begins with a welcome and opening prayer, then we watch a select video, have a small group discussion about it, and end with closing comments and a closing prayer.

This first meeting has been moved due to the scheduled Confirmation at the same time. For this first meeting only we will meet on the third Saturday of September (18th) from 9:30-10:30 AM in the Parish Hall.

We will view a video of Bishop Barron addressing “Prayer” at our September meeting. Light refreshments will be available.  We really look forward to welcoming you back or hopefully welcoming you for the first time to our meeting.

A Zoom link is available for those who might feel more comfortable attending virtually. Please email Deacon Guy (deaconguy@stmarysfranklin.org) if you are interested in the Zoom link contact information. Either way you join us – we are glad you are there. 

All women are welcome.  https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/womens-faith-formation

St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation - Sep 18

  

"UMass Global will undoubtedly be a national powerhouse in online education”

"THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS system will expand its online education footprint in an attempt to reach more adult learners after formally affiliating with a California-based university known for work on the digital front, officials announced Thursday.

School officials finalized a decision to transfer control of Brandman University, which currently serves 22,000 students as an independent part of the Chapman University System, from Chapman to UMass. Effective immediately, Brandman University is now known as “UMass Global,” which officials described as an independent, non-profit UMass affiliate.

The deal broadens online learning available under the UMass banner, and UMass Global will focus in particular on expanding talent pipelines and helping adult learners access new educational opportunities."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/education/umass-acquiring-california-digital-university/ 

"UMass Global will undoubtedly be a national powerhouse in online education” 

St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation resumes monthly sessions in September

The St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation will be starting in person monthly meetings again. We are extending an invitation to each of you to join us. Normally during the year we meet in the Parish Hall and via Zoom on the second Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30AM. Our meeting format begins with a welcome and opening prayer, then we watch a select video, have a small group discussion about it, and end with closing comments and a closing prayer.

This first meeting has been moved due to the scheduled Confirmation at the same time. For this first meeting only we will meet on the third Saturday of September (18th) from 9:30-10:30AM in the Parish Hall.

We will view a video of Bishop Barron addressing “Prayer” at our September meeting. Light refreshments will be available.  We really look forward to welcoming you back or hopefully welcoming you for the first time to our meeting. A Zoom link is available for those who might feel more comfortable attending virtually. Please email Deacon Guy (deaconguy@stmarysfranklin.org) if you are interested in the  Zoom link contact information. Either way you join us – we are glad you are there. 

All women are welcome.  https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/womens-faith-formation

St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation - Sep 18

 

St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation - Sep 18

The St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation will be starting in person monthly meetings again. We are extending an invitation to each of you to join us. Normally during the year we meet in the Parish Hall and via Zoom on the second Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30AM. Our meeting format begins with a welcome and opening prayer, then we watch a select video, have a small group discussion about it, and end with closing comments and a closing prayer.

This first meeting has been moved due to the scheduled Confirmation at the same time. For this first meeting only we will meet on the third Saturday of September (18th) from 9:30-10:30AM in the Parish Hall.

We will view a video of Bishop Barron addressing “Prayer” at our September meeting. Light refreshments will be available.  We really look forward to welcoming you back or hopefully welcoming you for the first time to our meeting. A Zoom link is available for those who might feel more comfortable attending virtually. Please email Deacon Guy (deaconguy@stmarysfranklin.org) if you are interested in the  Zoom link contact information. Either way you join us – we are glad you are there. 

All women are welcome.  https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/womens-faith-formation

St. Mary's Women’s Faith Formation - Sep 18

Register for the "Paint & Sip Class" Thursday, June 10

Expressions Enrichment is hosting an adult paint night taught by Franklin Artist Ted Cormier-Leger. Ted will teach different techniques using acrylics and we will work on a simple still life.

Enjoy wine from La Cantina Winery and light refreshments (included with your ticket).

Sign up at https://www.expressions-enrichment.com/services/p/paint-sip-class-with-local-franklin-artist-ted-cormier-legerthursday-june-10th-7-830pm

For more about Expressions Enrichment www.expressions-enrichment.com 

Paint & Sip Class Thursday, June 10

Lifelong Community Learning: 2020 Winter / Spring Registration Open

Registration is open for winter/spring classes at Lifelong Community Learning. Classes begin in January and continue through the spring months.

Participation is open to individuals, organizations, and businesses alike in Franklin and the surrounding region towns. Classes include everything from arts and crafts to child care education and various food and wine offerings. 

February and April vacations will include babysitting certification classes held in partnership with the Hockomock Area YMCA in Franklin. For children, the Kids’ Corner programs include cooking, language, coding with JavaScript, family paint night, and so much more!

This spring, participants will also find as many exercise and sports programs as ever, including yoga, Zumba, and community walking. Badminton is back along with men’s basketball and coed volleyball classes rounding out the field.

Looking ahead to late spring, Enhancing Your Economic Security, a special one-night expert panel discussion will take place on May 7. This is a free event BUT registration is required.

For more information, go to www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com and click on Lifelong Community Learning. Or call Lifelong Community Learning at 508-613-1480.

ABOUT US: Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing diverse and enriched education and experiences for all area residents and children – a resource for all ages.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczV2R1V1E3LW5IRDJHTXJwamFXS3hnSVBtQ2hz/view?usp=sharing

Lifelong Community Learning: 2020 Winter / Spring Registration Open

All About Sparkling Wines - Tuesday, April 16

All About Sparkling Wines = Tuesday April 16

It's all about the bubbles!

At this sit down educational tasting you will learn all about Sparkling wine.
We will explore how those bubbles get in the bottle and many regions and styles from all over the world. 

You've heard of Champagne, now come experience what the rest of the world has to offer in in their Sparkling wines.

Sit Down Educational Wine Tasting Events Held In The Franklin Liquors Wine Room Partnering With Tri-County Adult Education

Sign Up = https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2828

 All About Sparkling Wines - Tuesday, April 16

Franklin Liquors: Adult Education Classes - Oct 23 and Oct 30

Using Google To Learn About Your Wine - $25
October 23 7 PM

Ok Google tell me about this wine.
This is an Adult Education sit down wine tasting/education event. Held in the Franklin Liquors wine room in partnership with Medway, Millis Adult Education and the Norfolk recreation departments.

This is a sit down tasting/education event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room
When we buy a food product there is a lot of information on the labels. In this education event we will show industry secrets about wine. We will explore wine contents, availability and locations using all Google offers.

https://www.medwayschools.org/schools/community_education


Decoding European Wine Labels - $40
October 30 7 PM

A Tri County Adult Education Event.
Sit down wine education/tasting held in the Franklin Liquors wine room
OK, so you understand an American wine label, but European labeling follows an entirely different set of rules, and can be confusing and intimidating.
This is a sit down tasting/education event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room.

We’ll walk you through the method behind French, Italian, Spanish, and German labels, and help you understand what they’re telling you. You’ll leave with the confidence to buy that bottle of Bordeaux or Spatlese!

https://bit.ly/2AGdxbv

Franklin Liquor: October Events

Franklin Liquors: Class and Wine Club Events in September

Tri-County Adult Education Class - Noble Grape VarietiesSeptember 11th 7 PM

A great introduction to the basics of wine grapes and the six varieties that produce most of the wines that consumers are familiar with.
This is a sit down tasting/education event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room.
We’ll discuss what makes these grapes so special, where you’ll see them grown, and which famous wines you’ll find them in. And of course we’ll taste all six!

Registration Link:  https://bit.ly/2ObIy9d

Franklin Wine Club EventSeptember13th 7pm

Exploring Wines Of Joseph Carr And Josh
Host Adam Cataldo

Please join us for an immersive tasting experience as we weave through the story of Joseph Carr.
We will talk about how Joe discovered his passion for wine; what led him to starting his namesake label from the Napa Valley; and how the wine he made to honor his father, Josh, became one of America’s most beloved Cabernets.
You’ll have the opportunity to taste and discover how the Josh Cellars varietals compare with their Joseph Carr counterparts

Adams Bio
Adam Cataldo is a recovering history major, IT guy, and bartender who has spent the last 8 years in the wine and spirits industry. He can often be found spreading the good word of Josh Cellars throughout South Eastern Massachusetts as its District Manager for Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits, at least when he’s not complaining about the Boston Bruins.

Registration Link:  https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/254096004/

Franklin Liquors: Class and Wine Club Events in September

Lifelong Community Learning: Wine 101 - Your Night Out

Who's Afraid of Ordering Wine?

Franklin Public Schools - Lifelong Learning Institute Lifelong Community Learning Wine 101 - Your Night Out Who's Afraid of Ordering Wine? Thursday, March 1  Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits 14 Grove Street, Franklin Cost: $10 REGISTER Can you not tell a Pinot Noir from a Cabernet? Do you freeze up at Cotes-du-Rhone and avoid Rioja? Never remember what goes with fish? Chicken? Pizza?!! This class is designed to help you overcome the fear of ordering wine at a restaurant or picking a good bottle at a retail store. Whether you want to dazzle your dinner companions or just learn more about the rituals of ordering wine, we've got you covered. After this evening, you'll confidently order the wines that are right for you, AND save money, too! Seats are limited. Must be 21 to participate. Lifelong Community Learning 218 Oak St, 508-613-1480 www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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Wine Aromas: Wine Class January 11

Wine Aromas

Thursday, January 11, 7:00 - 8:30 PM

 Apple. Leather. Grass. Bell Pepper.

When you start paying attention to wine you hear aroma and flavor descriptions such as these being thrown around. What does it all mean? How can you tell what you are smelling? Join Mark and Kim as they lead you through a guided tasting using the Nez du Vin system to start training your nose to be sensitive to all the Wonderful aromas that wine has to offer.


Franklin Liquors, The Tasting Room
$25/per person


Support Medway Community Education
Sign Up =  http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/adult_3.pdf

Support Norfolk Recreation Department 
Sign Up =  https://www.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs

Wine Aromas: Wine Class January 11 (screen grab of Norfolk registration page)

Lifelong Community Learning Announces Classes - Winter / Spring Registration Opens - Jan 3

Registration opens for the winter/spring semester at Lifelong Community Learning on January 3 and classes begin in early-February. Again for this session, most classes have been extended to a full semester of 14 weeks rather than the 10 week sessions in previous years.

Lifelong Community Learning
Announces Classes

Participation is open to individuals, organizations and businesses alike in Franklin and the surrounding region towns. Participants can choose from a very interesting variety of options. Classes include everything from Child Care Education, Basics of Internet Safety for Adults, Special Occasion Photography to various food and wine offerings, and a Wine Tasting Reception in early May. 

For kids, participants will find an expanded Kids’ Corner program including cooking, language, robotics and so much more.

This session participants will also find more exercise and sports programs than ever – Yoga, Zumba, Community Walking and a Community Walking Wellness Challenge, beginning in February. Badminton is back along with Men’s Basketball, Intermediate and Advanced Volleyball classes rounding out the field.

If you would like more information, you can go online www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com and click on Community Learning. While you’re there, you can register. You can also call Community Learning at 508-613-1480 for more information.

ABOUT US: Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public School’s Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing diverse and enriched education and experiences for all area residents and children – a resource for all ages.

Fall Registration Open at Lifelong Community Learning

Register Online Today

Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Community Learning  Formerly The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning Newsletter  Fall / Winter September 2017       SPOTLIGHT Public Safety Partnership Citizen Police Academy  Beginning September 13 Women's Self-Defense Workshop  Beginning October 16 Home Alone Safety Grades 1-5October 17 For more information  & to register  Click Here  Please share this newsletter with friends and family. So they can join our mailing list and get this newsletter, too! And Then There's This * Beginners Guide to Decorative Life Planning With Your Calendars  *Message from Spirits:  A Mediumship Experience  *Community Walking -  free and open to the public Community Walking Wellness Challenge For more information               Click Here    * * * * * * *  Lifelong Community Learning 218 Oak Street  Franklin, MA 02038 508-613-1480 LCL@franklinps.net Dear Reader ... It's Fall. Well ..... ALMOST.     So we wanted to let you know that registration is open. AND we have some new, fun offerings as well as returning programs and a whole lot more .............  Happy reading!                                         Brenda Reed, Director  Lifelong Community Learning                   Fall / Winter Catalog                    Fall / Winter Brochure                                         * * * * * * *     Dance, Exercise and Wellness Expanded  session this fall Now 14 weeks                        For more information                  and to Register Click Here                                           * * * * * * *  Kid's Corner  Where fun and learning meet  Kids' Corner Franklin, a program of Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute and The Center for Adult Education & Community Learning, is a unique collection of after school activities for children with the goal of making learning fun. Classes are small, relaxed and designed to encourage children's creativity......a place where fun and learning meet. For more information  & to Register  Click Here Child Care Education Problems and Solutions:  Behavior Strategies for Extended Day and Child Care Providers This workshop provides extended day and other child caregivers with concrete strategies and solutions for common behavior problems. For more information  & to Register Click Here An Evening of Wine  Tasting and Art This could be the perfect class for you! Paint Your Pet In An Autumn Scene AND Help The Purrfect Cat Shelter, Too!  For more information and to Register Click Here  And   so much more Expanded Sports Schedule, Cooking, Wine Tasting, Digital Photography, Language, AND Special Events. There's so much planned for this Fall. Check us out online and take advantage of our fun, affordable classes.                   www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com         click on Lifelong Community Learning                     Proud to be part of the Franklin Public Schools.

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