"this is a great opportunity to collect clothes for those who need it"

Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, provides the story on the Hockomock indoor tracks teams drive to support a good cause:

This winter, Hockomock League teams are not only competing on the track at the Reggie Lewis Center, but are also in a friendly competition off it. Teams are racing to collect new and gently used clothing that will be donated to the non-profit organization Cradles to Crayons to help families in need throughout the Boston and Metrowest areas.

The brainchild of Sharon athletes and MIAA student ambassadors Berta Faktorovich and Jacob Durbin, this is not an ordinary call for donations. The teams have been organized into a competition to see which program can collect the most. Certain items of clothing are worth more points than others, for example sweatshirts, coats, ski pants, and jackets are worth three points and t-shirts, socks, gloves, and hats are worth one.

Clothes are being collected at each of the league’s track meets, as all the teams gather together at the Reggie Lewis Center. Through the first two meets, North Attleboro was in the lead with 197 points and Sharon was close behind in second at 179.

The idea of using fun competition as a means for drawing interest in helping a local charity stemmed from an MIAA student ambassador huddle. “In small groups, we were talking about how having an incentive can encourage more people to bring in donations,” Faktorovich explained. “I then realized how great it would be to have a competition among the winter tracks teams for a clothing drive.”

Continue reading the article online
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-indoor-track-teams-race-to-support-good-cause/

"this is a great opportunity to collect clothes for those who need it"

Franklin Recycles almost 37,000 Pounds of Clothing Last 2 Months of 2019

We are pleased to announce the clothing recycling program in Franklin has been more than successful. Clothing pickup started mid-November and we have collected 36,949 pounds of clothing in the pink bags.

Please spread the news and let everyone you know to take advantage of the easiest way to recycle/reuse clothing. More bags can be sent to you by going to simplerecycling.com.

By using this valuable program you save time and money. All money received for the clothing goes to offset the curbside trash and recycling fee.

 

Franklin Recycles almost 37,000 Pounds of Clothing Last 2 Months of 2019

For more about the clothing recycle program
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/franklin-recycles-almost-37000-pounds-clothing-last-2-months-2019

Franklin Residents: Continued Success for Franklin Clothing and More Program!

Not just for clothes anymore...
The Simplerecycling program is a confirmed success and we want to let you know there are many more items that are accepted in the pink bag.

That includes:

• All clothing

• Shoes, belts, scarfs, purses, hats, gloves, backpacks, bibs, coats, boots, sneakers, ties, etc.

• Household textiles: Curtains/drapes, bedspreads, sheets, pillows, sleeping bags, towels, etc.;

• Kitchenware: Glasses, dishes, silverware, pans, etc.

• Small electronics: Radios, hair dryers, curling irons, etc.

• Small decorative items: Knickknacks, pictures, etc.; and

• Miscellaneous: Jewelry, toys, tools and other small home goods that can fit in the bag

Regular curbside recycling continues for metal food and beverage cans, plastic bottles, jars, jugs and tubs, glass bottles and jars and paper and cardboard in the RECYCLING CART.

Franklin Residents: Continued Success for Franklin Clothing and More Program!

Shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/continued-success-franklin-clothing-and-more-program

SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3

SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today

Due to inclement weather Simple Recycling has cancelled all of today's routes. We will continue our regular route as scheduled tomorrow. 

Any resident who chooses to leave their bag out from today, may go www.simplerecycling.com to report a missed pickup. We will retrieve their bags at our earliest convenience. 

SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3

Latex Paint is accepted at the Recycling Center (ONLY APRIL thru OCTOBER)

Latex Paint is accepted at the Recycling Center

(ONLY APRIL thru OCTOBER)

See Attached fact sheet for what is accepted in the latex paint container. There is no additional charge for this new type of paint recycling. 

Paint is only accepted at the Recycling Center April though October


Download your copy of the paint recycling requirements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w59yp--URWZus41H3jwSXxNarPJyZu9V/view?usp=sharing

clothing recycling for curbside pickup begins the week of Nov 11

NO Trash Delay November 11-15 - clothing recycling begins

NO Trash Delay for the week of November 11-15!

Curbside trash/recycling will be picked up on your regular day! 

Also, Simple Recycling begins clothing recycling this week. Put your pink bags out alongside your recycling barrel on trash day!

Read more https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-starts-november-11-2019

NO Trash Delay November 11-15 - clothing recycling begins

Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019

Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019

Franklin is pleased to announce that a curbside clothing recycling program will begin starting November 11, 2019. The company doing the recycling is called Simplerecycling More information about the company can be found on their web page  https://simplerecycling.com/.

DPW Director Brutus Cantoreggi and Chris White made a presentation to the Town Council on Sep 18,2019 on the Clothing Recycling Program to be started in November. 

This is another option to recycle, folks can still use the other non-profit recyclers that they have.

The key benefit for Franklin in implementing this curbside option: For those who want to recycle clothing this way, we can remove it from the solid waste stream and improve our recycle contamination rates.

This curbside option makes it easier for folks to help remove clothing from the solid waste stream. For those who want to call or deliver the clothing, etc. themselves to the other non-profits, they can continue to do so. 

it is a weekly program, bags will be coming via mail.

Everything can go in the same bag for convenience. See the listing of acceptable items.

Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director with Chris White on the Clothing Recycling Program

DPW Presentation: Textile Recycling from Franklin Matters

Initial mailer information includes two bags to be sent to each household
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/final_mailer2withbags_8x6_franklin_proof.pdf

Frequently asked questions on this new program
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/faq.pdf

The listing of acceptable items
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/acceptable_items_0.pdf

This was shared from:
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-starts-november-11-2019

You can view the Town Council meeting of Sep 18 via the on-demand replay
https://view.earthchannel.com/PlayerController.aspx?&PGD=franknma&eID=683

Town Council Recap -Sep 18, 2019

Due to a work commitment for a 9 PM meeting, I did 'real time' reporting for the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, Sep 18, 2019. From the comfort of my home office, I reported on the meeting capturing notes and photos from the broadcast on my laptop. Fortunately, the meeting ended just before 9 and I was able to swivel my seat to my 'work from home desk' and dial into the conference call on schedule.

• Franklin Police Department had two new hires sworn in: John Godino and David Ricci. Nick Palmieri was recognized with a promotion to Detective. Daniel McGlynn was recognized for his 27 years of service on the force. 
• Franklin Fire Department EMS Lieutenant William Blanchard was sworn in.

John Godino and David Ricci being sworn in

Nick Palmieri congratulated by Capt Lynch on promotion

 

Daniel McGlynn presented with a plaque in recognition of his 27 years of service

William Blanchard being sworn in as a new Lieutenant

The often rescheduled public hearing for the Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes From General Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West Central Street was closed at this meeting.It appeared that the Council simply wanted to close the public hearing without doing anything. A couple of people did speak on the record. Including the individual with the proposal currently involved in a law suit over his proposal for this location with the Planning Board. 

One of the draw backs of being remote for the meeting was that I could not talk with anyone to really find out what was going on. So there will likely be more to come on this item.

A set of presentations on the Historical Museum (document shared) and on the DPW 'tree warden' as well as the new textile recycling program beginning in November were shared. The presentation documents are included in the links below. 

I'll create an audio file of the tree warden presentation to share soon. In the meantime, the Franklin TV recording is available for replay.
https://view.earthchannel.com/PlayerController.aspx?&PGD=franknma&eID=683


The Town of Franklin "Actions Taken" document
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/town_council_actions_taken_for_september_18_2019.pdf

Additional details can be found in my notes captured during the 'real time reporting' session for this meeting

• Real-time Reporting: Legislation for action through Closing

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-legislation-for-action.html

• Real-time Reporting: DPW Presentation

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-dpw-presentation.html

• Real-time reporting: Historical Museum presentation .

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-historical-museum.html

• Real-time Reporting: Public Hearing - Zoning Bylaw...

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-public-hearing-zoning.html

• Real-time Reporting: Town Council - Sep 18, 2019

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-town-council-sep-18-2019.html

Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019

"We are pleased to announce that Franklin will begin a curbside clothing recycling program starting November 11, 2019 with Simplerecycling https://simplerecycling.com/"


Note: The DPW is scheduled for an update to the Town Council on Wednesday. Tune into the meeting to find out more info about this new program. Based upon the mailer copy (shown below) each household looks like they will get 2 bags with the initial mailing.


Shared from the DPW page
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-starts-november-11-2019  (mailer found on a link in the left menu column for the page)


FAQs
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/faq.pdf

Acceptable Items
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/acceptable_items.pdf

Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Promotes Suits for Success Program

Dedham, MA ~ Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reaffirmed the Registry's commitment to supporting the successful Suits for Success program in partnership with Interfaith Social Services of Quincy, Father Bill's & MainSpring of Quincy and the VA Boston Healthcare System, Voluntary Service Program.    "By just looking in your closet or bureau, you can make a world of difference in someone's life," noted O'Donnell. Business appropriate clothing donations received through the Suits for Success program assist these organizations in providing clothes to men and women who are actively seeking employment."    Register O'Donnell further stated, "Men and women who are attempting to re-enter the workforce need to make a good initial impression, whether it's the first day on the job or in an interview. I hope local residents and the business community will consider making a clothing donation to this worthy endeavor." Added Rick Doane, Executive Director of Interfaith Social Services, "The program is truly needed, and it provides a way to help a person break their cycle of hardship."    Business appropriate attire for men and women will be accepted. Suggested donations include suits, dress shirts and ties for men and dresses, pantsuits, blouses, skirts and pants for women. All clothing should be ready for a person to wear, in-style, clean, pressed and on hangers. Since the Registry started the Suits for Success program in February of 2009, it has collected 5,207 pieces of clothing.    To contribute, individuals need to bring their donated clothes to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street in Dedham between the hours of 9-5, Monday through Friday. If you reside in the Quincy area, you can drop off clothing directly to the Interfaith Social Services office located at 105 Adams Street, Quincy between 8:30 and 3:30 Monday through Friday, and until 7:00 pm on Tuesdays.    Register O'Donnell concluded, "Suits for Success is a program that lets people put their best foot forward. It truly works, and I hope people will continue to contribute to it."    For more information about the Registry of Deeds' Suits for Success program, or to schedule a drop-off time, please contact Alicia Gardner at (781) 461-6104 or by email agardner@norfolkdeeds.org. Please prepare a list of the donated items along with your name and address so that we may provide you with a charitable tax deductible receipt.    To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.    The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Promotes Suits for Success Program Donates More than 5,000 Articles of Clothing Register O'Donnell with Interfaith Social Services Executive Director Rick Doane accepts donated clothes through the Registry's Suits for Success Program to the Career Closet at Interfaith Social Services. Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell at the VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain facility delivers clothes donated through the Registry's Suits for Success Program to Mary Peak and Ramona Johnson of the VA Voluntary Service. email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Need some Franklin gear?

The FHS webpage has a online store to purchase Franklin clothing

https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/panthers-28

The FHS webpage has a online store to purchase Franklin clothing

From the FHS School page, select Parents and scroll down the listing to select "School Store (online)"

Remington-Jefferson collecting coats

"Cradles to Crayons expects to receive over 30,000 requests for winter coats this year and YOU can make a difference!

We will be collecting new and gently-used winter coats (sizes newborn to adult medium), new winter hats, mittens, and gloves from October 15 through November 15.

Donations can be dropped off in the Patriots Celebrate Volunteerism collection bins at the Remington/Jefferson schools."



For more about Cradles to Crayons  https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/boston/

In the News: clothing donations accepted; info night for Distinguished Young Women

From Wicked Local Franklin, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Community members are invited to donate gently-used clothing and household items Oct. 13-15 at the First Universalist Society of Franklin (FUSF), 262 Chestnut St., Franklin. 

All goods collected through the FUNDrive are sold to Savers, the parent company to thrift stores like Value Village, Unique, and Savers. Savers pays the church by the pound for every qualifying donation received. In turn, these items help keep the stores freshly stocked. 

Donations can be dropped off Friday, Oct. 13 from 4-7 p.m. in the Dana Room (use side entrance); Saturday, Oct. 14 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the FUSF parking lot, and Sunday, Oct. 15 from 9-10 a.m. in the FUSF parking lot

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20171010/donate-clothing-household-goods-at-fusf

"The Franklin Distinguished Young Women Program is holding an information night on Wednesday, Oct. 18, starting at 7:30 p.m., at the Hockomock Area YMCA Bernon Family Branch, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin. 

High school juniors from all area towns are eligible. 

The Franklin Distinguished Young Women Program is part of a national scholarship program that inspires high school girls to develop their full, individual potential through a fun, transformative experience that culminates in a celebratory showcase of their accomplishments."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20171010/franklin-young-womens-scholarship-program-slates-information-night

Make Change for Change - Spring FUNDrive - May 13

Make Change for Change - Spring FUNDrive - Time to clean out the closets, garage, and de-clutter!

The Make Change for Change FUNDrive is May 13th. By donating gently-used clothing, shoes, accessories, book, linens, and small household items (no furniture), you can help raise funds to help erase homelessness in MA.

Help us reach our $2K goal – Make Change for Change will get paid for every pound of goods donated!

Make your pledges here: https://fundrive.savers.com/e/fundrive_58

Here is a list of what is accepted:

 Make Change for Change - Spring FUNDrive - May 13

Donate goods now – and get in on the competition

Don’t wait until the last day of the Drive to gather up your goods. You can drop off goods at The Sugar Shoppe. We can arrange to pick-up and store any donations you collect prior to the May 13th. Simply email Amy Gilman amy@makechangeforchange.org or contact her at 857-363-8935.

We welcome:

Clothing, shoes, accessories, handbags, toys, CDs, linens, small household items and small furniture. Other items may be accepted, but should be bagged separately and will not be counted towards our compensation. Please note that Savers cannot accept baby gear and exercise equipment due to recalls.

Volunteers needed!

Want to join in on the FUNDrive Day fun? Spend a couple of hours volunteering with us on May 13th. We need help between 10am and 2pm. Check out our online sign-up at http://signup.com/go/gCJMj8.

Let’s get together and stuff that truck!

Franklin Lions: Clothing and Shoe Drive

Clothing and Shoe Drive

Franklin Lions will be collecting used clothing including shirts, pants, dresses, ties, belts, hats, coats and shoes. Household items include sheets and blankets

When: Now till March 17th

Where: Email the Franklin Lions to arrange pick up. Drop off locations coming soon!

Contact: franklinmalions@gmail.com

http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/franklinma/

Norfolk County Register O'Donnell Delivers Men's and Women's Suits to Interfaith Social Services

Due to the continued great response from the residents' of Norfolk County for the Registry of Deeds "Suits for Success" program, Register O'Donnell delivered a large amount of donated men's and women's suits to the Interfaith Social Services "Career Closet". Executive Director Rick Doane, Food Pantry Manager Pam Harty and Thrift Shop Manager Charlene Manning were on hand to accept the donation.  "On behalf of Interfaith Social Services I sincerely want to thank Register O'Donnell for his continuing efforts on our behalf. The Registry's "Suits for Success" program is a wonderful program and through the generosity of the residents of Norfolk County we are the beneficiary. "The "Suit for Success" program continues to be a great program to help those in need through the continued support of the residents of the County's 28 communities." said Register O'Donnell.    Register O'Donnell has been in collaboration with Interfaith Social Services of Quincy for the past 8 years in assisting in their efforts to provide clothing to individual's in need.    The Suits for Success program assists men and women who are re-entering the work force, by providing them with business attire free of charge. Interfaith Social Services assists both men and women by providing outfits suitable for employment.    "Everyone wants to make a good impression whether it's at a job interview or the first day on the job and a new suit of clothes can do wonders for ones self-esteem," said Register O'Donnell. "I truly hope that the business community and residents of Norfolk County will continue to contribute to this worthy endeavor." Business suits for both men and women, appropriate footwear and accessories are all in need.  Donated items should be ready to wear, in style, cleaned/pressed and on hangers. To participate, please bring your donations to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds located at 649 High Street, Dedham, Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM. Please contact Alicia Gardner at 781-461-6104 or at agardner@norfolkdeeds.org with any questions or to schedule a drop off time.    To receive a charitable tax deductible receipt please provide a list of the donated items. To learn more about these organizations please go to their websites at www.interfaithsocialservices.org and www.helpfbms.org .    To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com @NorfolkDeeds.    The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. From left to right: Interfaith Social Services Executive Director Rick Doane and Norfolk County Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell From left to right: Charlene Manning, Thrift Shop Manager, Norfolk County Register of Deeds, Bill O'Donnell and Food Pantry Manager Pam Harty. Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Delivers Men's and Women's Suits to Interfaith Social Services email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Parmenter 5th Grader - Car Wash and Clothing Drive

The Parmenter 5th graders are holding a car wash in the Parmenter loop line as well as a clothing drive. In order to help raise funds to pay for their 5th grade celebration events as well as a parting gift to the school, every year the 5th graders hold a car wash. 

This year they are also collecting clothing and household items and SAVERS will make a donation to Parmenter based on the amount collected.

Event Details are as follows:

WHAT: 
Parmenter 5th Grade Car Wash and Clothing Drive

WHEN: 
Saturday, May 21st 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Rain Date (for car wash) - Sunday, May 22nd 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

WHERE: 
Parmenter Elementary School loop line
235 Wachusett Street

COST: $10 per vehicle for car wash

WHAT ELSE: 
Perfect time for spring cleaning. Clean out those closets and donate any clothing, shoes, bedding, toys, books, small kitchen and household items and drop off at Parmenter before getting your car washed.

A donation will be made based on total weight collected.

All proceeds benefit Parmenter 5th Grade celebration activities.

Parmenter School - Wachusett St

In the News: clothing drive recognized, summer school for kindergarten, scholarships before college

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

"Students from Jefferson Elementary School were recognized by local legislators for their work in organizing and conducting a pajama and sock clothing drive for foster children. 

State Rep. Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin, and state Sen. Richard Ross, R-Wrentham, were at the school Friday to present the children - members of the student council - with citations honoring their work. 

Assistant Principal Sarah Klim said the council had come up with the idea, wrote a proposal for it, decorated a collection box and designed fliers advertising the drive."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160213/franklin-school-clothing-drive-perfect-fit

Jefferson Elementary School

"Franklin Public Schools will offer four one-week summer sessions of Ready Set Kindergarten at Jefferson Elementary School, 628 Washington St. 

Ready Set Kindergarten is a course for incoming Franklin Public Schools kindergarten students that enables children to become familiar with a kindergarten classroom setting and daily routines. All activities will be theme-based using books, dramatic play, music, manipulatives, outside games and arts and crafts. This course is taught by a staff of certified teachers and educational assistants. 

There are four one-week sessions, from July 11 to Aug. 4, with different themes each week."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160213/franklin-schools-to-offer-summer-kindergarten-program

"I know that it’s going to be a few years before my oldest child heads to college, but I can already tell that the time will fly by. 

We are in those middle school years where he's not quite close to college, but he's also no longer a little boy. 

College is starting to become more of a weekly conversation topic as we try and contextualize why it's important to do homework and have math skills, and even how sports and being on time for practice is relevant to those college years. Keeping college as a topic of conversation provides a vision into the future for our kids – one that allows us to be able to dream together and talk about how what they are learning today will make a difference later on."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160214/scholarships-available-for-younger-children-too