Ian Kabat art works on exhibit at 67 Degrees - Dec 2, from 2 to 4 PM with music by Kai Olsson

"Check out 67 Degrees on Dec 2 & meet local artist Ian Kabat.  

Have a beer. Relax. Enjoy music by Kai Olsson. 

His work will be on display through January"

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Ian Kabat art works on exhibit at 67 Degrees - Dec 2, 2 to 4 PM with music by Kai Olsson

Visit Ian's web page for additional samples of his work.  http://iankabat.com/

Note: Ian is the designer of the Franklin Food Pantry logo introduced in August 2013. 

Holiday Happenings at The Creative Corner Studio

"‘tis the season! 

www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com Christmas and Hanukkah happenings.  

Come, check the studio out!"

Holiday Happenings at The Creative Corner Studio

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Lifelong Community Learning: Turn natural items into a work of art! - register for workshop Dec 6

Wed. Dec. 6th - details inside

Craft your own framed art piece made from pebbles, sea shells, driftwood, and more! For information and to register, visit: Arts & Crafts Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street, Room 137, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by lcl@franklinps.net powered by Try email marketing for free today!

Amy Saltamacchia talks about adding Middle School Performing Arts to Creative Corner Art Studio programs - 08/02/23 (audio)

FM #1033 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1033 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation at the Creative Corner Art Studio with owner Amy Saltamacchia. We talk about the new classes starting this fall, one to help with middle school performing arts, one to help with elementary art, both are after school programs.

We also heard a tease for some additional programming coordinating with Dean College as well as a possible street art project for students. Both of these we’ll keep an ear out for.

The audio recording runs 20 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Amy

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1033-creative-corner-adds-middle-school-performing-arts-08-02-23

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Creative Corner Art Studio web page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/ 

Registration page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/elementaryclasses 

Find Create Corner on Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087442720678 

Follow them on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/creativecornerartstudio/ 

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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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Amy Saltamacchia talks about adding Middle School Performing Arts to Creative Corner Art Studio programs

From the April audio archives - if you missed this then, you can catch up to it now (audio)

FM #975 - School Committee member Dave Callaghan and I start this session as the first of a series  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/04/school-committee-member-dave-callaghan.html

FM #982 - The all important audio session on what you need to know about the Storm water fee starting July 1 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/05/what-you-need-to-know-about-stormwater.html

FM #983 - Talking with Ali Rheaume on disability, art, and the Disability Expo   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/05/talking-with-ali-rheaume-on-disability.html

You can find more in the Franklin Matters Radio podcast page here ->   https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/

Franklin Matters Radio podcast page

Jefferson Elementary Students ‘Tackle’ Public Art with New "Traveling School of Fish” Installation at the Franklin Sculpture Park.

On June 7, 2023, Jefferson students, family, staff and the greater Franklin community gathered for a rededication ceremony at the Franklin Sculpture Park. The park first opened in 2014, the installation "The School of Fish", previously donated by the (now closed) Franklin Art Center, had appeared weathered due to time. 

Seeing an opportunity to refresh the installation and involve the community, local artist and Jefferson parent, Amy Adams partnered with Franklin Public Schools Art Director, Adam Gooder, Jefferson Art Teacher Caroline Whelan, Jefferson Principal Stefani Wasik and Town Administrator Jamie Hellen to re-imagine the installation.

Adams worked to clear and prepare each individual fish, Jefferson staff then worked with students to create the new art. The refreshed installation, retitled "Traveling School of Fish", will be updated yearly by new students within the district. During the dedication, Adams spoke with the students and encouraged "all of the little artists here to keep shining your lights. They are beautiful and bright."

This new initiative aims to nurture the artistic talents of our youth, while showcasing their work with the greater Franklin community through public art. FPS Art Director Gooder notes, "Any time students of any age get a chance to show their work publicly, it motivates them to do their best. Art is meant to be seen; this initiative gives students an opportunity to see how people react and how their artistic voice can make a positive impact on others." 

The "Traveling School of Fish" installation is available to the public at the Franklin Sculpture Park on Panther Way in Franklin, MA next to the Franklin Police Station.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/news/jefferson-elementary-students-%E2%80%98tackle%E2%80%99-public-art-new-%E2%80%98traveling-school-fish%E2%80%9D

Traveling School of Fish 1

Traveling School of Fish 2

You are invited to the Sculpture Park Rededication - Traveling School of Fish - June 7 at 5 PM

You're invited to join us on the evening of Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 5 PM at the Franklin Sculpture Park (rain date Thursday, June 8th at 5pm). For a rededication ceremony for the Franklin Art Center installation "School of Fish". 

The public art was installed in 2014 and will now receive a refresh with the help of the Franklin Public Schools Art Director Adam Gooder, Art Teacher Caroline Whelan, Jefferson Principal Stefani Wasik and local artist Amy Adams.

The refreshed installation will be updated yearly by new students and the work will be retitled "Traveling School of Fish".

Join Jefferson students, families, faculty and more for a community celebration of art and engagement.

Event Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 5:00 PM

Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/groups/460474210785489/permalink/2551355905030632/?mibextid=Nif5oz

photo from 2015 of the "Art School of Fish"

"Love Letter" is coming to Franklin Public Library - May 13 through June 24

Love Letter is coming to Franklin. Accessibility is key! 

These will be shared with our Community at the Franklin Public Library beginning Saturday May 13 - June 24th. 

This textured art collection is dedicated to our low vision and blind community and can be enjoyed by many. It invites you to feel your way around the canvas.

 

Love Letter is coming to Franklin - Amy Adams creates a collection dedicated to love vision/blind

Talking with Ali Rheaume on disability, art, and the Disability Expo - 04/25/23 (audio)

FM #983 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 983 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin resident, artist, and disability advocate Ali Rheaume. We had our conversation via the Zoom conference bridge on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. 

Our conversation introduces Ali to the community as she shares some of her story living with a brain injury. We talk about her art work, and in particular, about the forthcoming free Disability Expo scheduled for Saturday, May 20 at Franklin Senior Center from 11 AM to 2 PM.

The recording runs about 25 minutes so let’s listen to my conversation with Ali Rheaume. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-983-ali-rheaume-on-disability-and-the-disability-expo-04-25-23

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Ali Rheaume’s Embracing Unique page -> https://alirheaume.com/embracing-unique 

Town calendar - (not on there yet) 

Disability Expo - May 20 -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/04/2023-disability-expo-scheduled-for.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"

Talking with Ali Rheaume on disability, art, and the Disability Expo - 04/25/23 (audio)

Franklin Art Association welcomes multi-media artist Kim Morin Weineck for April 5 meeting

The Franklin Art Association (FAA) is excited to announce that multi-art media artist Kim Morin Weineck will be presenting at the upcoming 6:30 PM, April 5 monthly meeting at the Franklin Senior Center.  The public is invited to attend this exciting presentation.

Kim Morin Weineck 1

Kim is an artist working in all fine art mediums. She belongs to local art associations and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod (PPSCC).  Kim's work is widely collected, and she has won numerous awards, most notably for excellence in landscape at For Pastels Only for 2020 and 2018 and Best in Show for the PPSCC 2018 annual juried exhibit. 

Kim Morin Weineck 2

A graduate with distinctions from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Kim enjoys teaching classes and workshops around the country. Her work can be found at Gallery 9 in Norwood, MA, Zullo Gallery in Medfield, MA, the Design Center at the Franklin Mill Store in Franklin, MA as well as other changing venues. She lives in Norfolk, MA with her husband and two daughters and is often inspired by her local landscape.  For more examples of her work see www.kimweineck.com.

The Franklin Art Association is supported in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Franklin Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural District.  www.franklinart.org, and on Facebook and Instagram.

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock

Amy Adams posted: 

"This week I’d like to share the opportunity for this beauty to go to a good home while supporting a local business and family. If you’d like to help this family and local small business, purchase a raffle ticket at $5 for a chance to win. This art piece is titled “Strength” is 24 x 48 inches and is priced at $750. 

Names will be drawn on Wednesday evening - March 22nd at Escape Into Fiction with April R. Rock. Send me a pm if interested. I hope you’ll help support this cause"

Shared from Instagram ->  https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBqK8AAp7-/

Contact Amy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/paintingvenus_/) or Facebook to contribute to this cause 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 1

 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 2

2023 Scholastic Art & Writing awards for FHS' Kabat & Miller

On Saturday (Mar 18, 2023), FHS art teacher Brenna Johnson shared: 

"This morning, Ella Kabat, sophomore & gold key winner & Kyla Miller, senior & silver key winner received recognition for their clay work at Tufts University. I’m SO proud of these students! "

#artandwriting #scholastic

@FranklinHS

@FHSPantherbook

@FranklinMatters

@artandwriting

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/johnsonb_ms/status/1637238316432080902

2023 Scholastic Art & Writing awards for FHS' Kabat & Miller

4 FHS students recognized for MA Art Education Juried Exhibit entries

"Congratulations to the FHS students who were juried into the Massachusetts Art Education Juried Recognitions Exhibition. 

And to Margo & Kyla who received additional awards this afternoon. So proud! 

@FranklinHS @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters @NAEA"

https://t.co/ONbD2zreyF

Students recognized:

• Margo Savage
• Katie Sawyer
• Kyla Miller
• Isabella Kabat

Margo also received an "Art for All Award" of $250

Kyla also received a "Blick Art Award" for $100

4 FHS students recognized for MA Art Education Juried Exhibit entries

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/johnsonb_ms/status/1635811961450508289

The Arts & Culture Survey is open for your input!

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

Spring 2023 Arts, Crafts & Culture Classes Starting Soon

Watercolor, Acrylics, Knitting, & Cupcake Decorating For Your Creative Senses

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Join a supportive community of fellow artists and artisans while developing and improving your skills. All classes are held at Franklin High School REGISTER NOW Designing Your Own Afghan 6 week class - $90 If you're looking for an excellent way to learn new knitting stitches, or if you prefer smaller knitting projects during the warmer months, this knitting stitch sampler Afghan is for you! Join fellow knitters as you each make a series of 12 inch squares that you will then attach to create your own gorgeous & unique stitch sampler blanket. Beginning Tuesday, March 28 Cupcake Decorating for Adults One night class - $59 Learn how to take your icing and decorating to a higher level! Everyone will practice decorating for professional-looking results on filled & frosted cupcakes, and topping a frosted cupcake with fondant decoration. Wednesday, April 12 -  6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Watercolor PLUS 5 week class - $65 Find your 'me' time and immerse yourself in your own creations! Beginning watercolorists will learn the basics while more experienced watercolorists can enhance their skill and style at their level of watercolor. Beginning Monday, April 11 The Art of Acrylic Painting 5 week class - $65 Just starting to paint? Or are you looking to continue to develop your painting skills? Well, this class is for you. Learn different painting techniques with acrylic paints using a toothbrush, cards, & more. Beginning Wednesday, April 13 * * * * * * * * For more class options & additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter

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Spring 2023 Arts, Crafts & Culture Classes Starting Soon