The PMC rides through Franklin on Saturday, Aug 6

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"During its 36-year run, the Pan-Mass Challenge has raised more than a half-billion dollars to combat cancer - a feat likely far greater than Billy Starr, its founder and executive director, and dozens of friends would have expected when they started the annual bike ride in 1980. 

On Aug. 6 and 7, more than 200 locals from MetroWest are set to participate in the largest single athletic fundraiser in the country, according to PMC organizers. 

The two-day biking event raises money for adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through the Jimmy Fund. PMC is Dana-Farber’s largest single contributor, raising more than 58 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160731/up-to-challenge


The Remington Jefferson School is a water stop for the 2-day riders. It has a reputation for being one of the better water stops on the route. The riders tend to arrive between 8:00 and 10:00 AM on Saturday morning, Aug 6

Screen grab of PMC water stop info for Franklin

The PDF of the Sturbridge to Provincetown route can be found here
http://www.pmc.org/sites/pmc.org/files/cue-sheets/sturbridge-to-provincetown_0.pdf

PMC riders arriving at Remington-Jefferson in 2013

Additional photos from the 2013 water stop can be found here
https://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_sherlock/albums/72157634927800798

"if I say out loud to someone that I'm going to do a triathlon, then I'll have to do it"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"When the Hockomock YMCA's 10th annual triathlon kicks off this Sunday, it will count several cancer survivors - some of them first-time triathletes - among its competitors. 

The survivors - who will be working their way through a course that travels from Wrentham's Lake Pearl through Franklin and Norfolk - are members of the LIVESTRONG class at the Y's Foxborough branch. A total of 10 course participants, including some trainers and support staff, will be taking part. 

The idea came out of a discussion at one of the classes, which encourages physical well-being for cancer survivors. Breast cancer survivor Mary Waltuck, 68, had mentioned that she had participated in numerous triathlons, and other class members wanted to learn about her experiences."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160720/franklin-cancer-survivors-to-compete-in-triathlon

In the News: Scouts planting for seniors, Franklin man shaves head for cancer

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Boy Scout Troop 126, in Franklin, has started its summer with service. 

A dozen Scouts from the troop spent their afternoon on May 14 planting vegetables in the garden for the residents at Franklin Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

The boys have built a relationship with the center and the residents in recent years, dropping in for a game of bingo and visiting on Veterans' Day. The gardening project included tomatoes, peppers, squash, kale and cantaloupe, which will be harvested for and eaten by the residents."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160614/boy-scout-troop-126-plants-vegetables-for-seniors

"Franklin resident Dan Chase shaved his head on June 5 at One Mission’s Buzz Off for kids with cancer. 

Chase shaved his head for the first time at the Sunday event. “I did it in honor of my mom, who had leukemia,” he said."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160614/franklin-resident-shaves-head-at-one-missions-buzz-off

In the News: marathon training for cancer, wine tasting and tour

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

"Brooke Harrison, of Franklin, ran her first marathon May 1 in Providence, Rhode Island. 

Harrison is a freshman at Montrose School in Medfield. 

Harrison began training for the marathon last year when her father was diagnosed with cancer. 

“My dad’s diagnosis changed my perspective on a lot of things, and it inspired me to make the most out of life,” Harrison said. “I wanted to do something that would be challenging and motivate others who are trying to overcome obstacles in their lives.”

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160523/franklin-resident-completes-marathon

"The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning will host a Wine tasting Reception, Winery Tour and Entertainment event from 6 to 9 p.m. June 10 at LaCantina Winery, 355 Union St. 

Participants will be able to sample award-winning wines that have become a staple of the Franklin winery. Cheese and fruits will also be available. A tour of the winery will be given, and Clafin Hill Symphony's Assistant Principal Cellist Brent Selby will perform."

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160523/center-for-adult-education-to-hold-winetasting-event

La Cantina Winery

4th Annual Drink Pink - Sunday, May 22

Drink Pink (Red, White, etc) for the Cure Never Drink Ordinary! 12 Great Vendors, 1 Great Cause Sunday, May 22 2-5 PM What are you doing Sunday? If trying a lot of delicious beverages AND contributing to the fight against cancer sounds good to you, please join us for Drink Pink. Your $20 ticket gets you a custom-etched Riedel wine glass. Taste samples of great rose wines, plus whites, reds, bubbly, beer, and special 'pink' cocktails courtesy of our friends at Privateer Rum. We'll have raffles, nibbles, and a whole lot of fun. But the best part is that every cent of your $20 ticket and all raffle sales are a 100% donation to the Cancer Care Center at Milford Regional. In addition, Pour Richard's will donate a percentage of our sales. Your donations will stay local, helping to provide top-notch care without the added stress of commuting into Boston. We are proud to host our 4th annual Drink Pink; this cause is extremely important to me. Please consider joining us, and bringing friends. Tickets are available in-store or via Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2546550 Thank you for trusting us with your beverage business. Please share this email with friends who are interested in delicious wine, beer, and spirits. (Keeping all the good stuff for yourself is bad karma.)  Cheers! Ann Williams and John Wass  Our Beer List  |  Our Wine List Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits  (508) 520-9163 | www.pourrichardswine.com  14 Grove Street  Franklin, MA 02038 Sun 12-5  Mon 12-7  Tues-Thurs 10-8  Fri-Sat 10-9

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3rd Annual Fundraiser - The Treasured Chests Avon Walking Team

The Treasured Chests Avon Walking Team will hold it’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser at Waxy O’Connor’s in Foxboro. 

Please help support The Treasured Chests Team, which will be walking 39 miles over two days in the Avon Breast Cancer Walk to be held in Boston on July 9 and 10th. On May 12th at Waxy O’Connor’s there will be a live band, “South Street Six”, tons of treasures to win, door prizes, a 50/50, light appetizers and a cash bar. 

Admission is $20 per person. Waxy O’Connor’s is located at The Shops at Chestnut Green, 121 Main Street in Foxboro. 

Thursday, May 12, 7:00PM - 11:00 PM

To make a donation visit the team’s Avon 39 Boston web page at
http://info.avonfoundation.org/site/TR/Walk/Boston?team_id=144890&pg=team&fr_id=2482

3rd Annual Fundraiser - The Treasured Chests Avon Walking Team

"There is really something wrong" (video)

While you are out and about this weekend, especially those parents with kids on one or more of our artifical turf fields, this 20 minute video is a must view.

Patti Wood, Executive Director of non-profit Grassroots Environmental Education and visiting scholar at Adelphi University explains how synthetic turf and its components can affect children's health. This video is adapted from a presentation given in Ramapo, New York on May 14, 2015. More information on synthetic turf is available at the Grassroots website, GrassrootsInfo.org.

Synthetic Turf and Children's Health with Patti Wood from Grassroots Environmental Ed on Vimeo.

grassroots info webpage

For more information on GrassrootsInfo check their webpage here  
http://grassrootsinfo.org/

For their fact sheet on synthetic turf download the PDF here
http://grassrootsinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/syntheticturf.pdf

Tip of the hat to https://twitter.com/turfgrassforum for sharing this video

3rd Annual Drink Pink for the Cure! - May 31

Connecting good friends with great wine! Never Drink Ordinary! Drink Pink! is almost here... Sunday, May 31 2-5 PM             Once a year, we combine our passion for dry rose wines with our passion for eradicating cancer to host Drink Pink for the Cure! I cannot think of a more important cause, or a more personal one. Literally every person I know has been touched by cancer. Let's help to change that. We will have tons of dry rose, plus some reds and whites for the uninitiated! Privateer Rum will be making fabulous (pink!) cocktails. Whole Foods is contributing cheese and fruit. The Snappy Dogs ladies will be here in the parking lot. We'll have some raffle items. We'll have a boatload of fun. We will also make a difference. Every penny of your $20 ticket is a direct contribution to Making Strides, and Pour Richard's will also donate a percentage of our profits from sales. Your $20 ticket includes a Riedel crystal wine glass, etched with 'Drink Pink for the Cure'. Please consider attending this event and bringing friends.   Tickets now available in-store, or click HERE to purchase online. Never Drink Ordinary! -Ann and John Please share this email with friends who are enthusiastic about great wine, beer, and spirits. (Keeping all the good stuff for yourself is bad karma.)

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Adult Masquerade-themed cocktail party to benefit Relay for Life

When: Saturday 4/25/15 from 7pm-midnight 

Where: Franklin Country Club 

What: An adult Masquerade themed cocktail party, all the procedes go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Franklin, Wrentham, Bellingham. Cash Bar, Light appetizers. Silent Auction with amazing items! 

Ticket Prices: $20 per person Presale, $30 per person at the door or 2 for $50 

Contact: Bridgetbrymanowski@gmail.com or 508-446-1245

Relay for Life sign in 2013

The Relay for Life will be held on June 12 at King Phillip Regional High School
http://relay.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLCY15NE?fr_id=65359&pg=entry

screen grab from Franklin Bellingham Wrentham Relay for Life webpage

Dinner & Comedy Night to benefit the Ellie Fund - Nov 13

Franklin residents are hosting the 2nd Annual Night of Dinner and Comedy to support The Ellie Fund starting at 6:30 pm on Thursday November 13, 2014 at Primavera Restaurant in Millis. The Ellie Fund is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that fights breast cancer by easing its effects on patients and families. 

Since 1995, The Ellie Fund has been providing critical support services including transportation to medical appointments, childcare, housekeeping, groceries and nutritious prepared/delivered meals free of charge to hundreds of women and families across Massachusetts each year. All of the things you need that are not covered by insurance, The Ellie Fund steps up to the plate and takes care of. At least one Franklin resident who has been an Ellie Fund Client will be in attendance.

The evening includes an elegant buffet dinner and a very special night of entertainment including the hilarious comedy of Harrison Stebbins and Jessica Casciano as well as music by David Penza. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and cash bar. Tickets can be purchased in advance using the link below, and they will also be available at the door.

Tickets can be purchased online here

Ellie Fund - fighting breast cancer

Numerous local businesses are supporting this wonderful event:

3 RestaurantAK KitchenAllegra PrintingGaetano's BakeryGold's Gym MillisHometown Paint/ Aubuchon HardwareExpressive InteriorsLowell's RestaurantTri- County cosmetology schoolSanctuary SalonThe Boston GlobeA local math tutorStephanie Mc Bride psychic mediumEsbe designsConfidence BeadsBack to Business LLCStrategic College SolutionsHappy Tails Doggy DaycarePawsh Pooch groomingHarkey's LiquorsUnion Street LiquorsRyan Family amusementsThe Boston GlobeFine Feathers BoutiquePrimavera Restaurant

You're invited to Dinner & Comedy Night to benefit the Ellie Fund (Nov 13, 2014)

Hello steve, You are invited to the following event: Dinner & Comedy Night to benefit the Ellie Fund Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM (EST) Primavera Restaurant 20 Pleasant St Millis, MA 02054 View Map Attend Event Share this event: Please join us for an elegant buffet dinner and a very special evening of entertainment to benefit the Ellie Fund! Featuring the hilarious comedy of Harrison Stebbins and Jessica Casciano with music by Teddy Larkin. ...50/50 raffle, silent auction, cash bar.... Event Details: 6:30 - 7:30:  Cocktail Hour  Light hors d'oeuvres 7:30 - 8:30:  Buffet Dinner: Garden Salad Caesar Salad Chicken... Share this event on Facebook and Twitter We hope you can make it! Cheers, Confidence Beads & Beads for a Cause invite you

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