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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Sunday, September 17, 2023
Mass. Public Health seeks your input on survey: "What makes a community healthy and strong?"
"We know the experiences of people with disabilities are unique and nuanced – which is why we're asking you to take our Community Health Equity survey.
Your answers can help us develop new ways to improve accessibility for all in MA: https://t.co/XyKgancaRD"
Shared from -> https://twitter.com/MassDPH/status/1703151836721557915
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
La Cantina Winery entertainment schedule for week of Sep 14-17
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La Cantina Winery entertainment schedule for week of Sep 14-17 |
Monday, September 11, 2023
Community Relations Subcommittee - Meeting - Sep 11 at 6:00 PM
"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Did you respond to the Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement?
- Community involvement
- Safety
- Procedural Justice
- Performance
- Contact and satisfaction
Friday, August 18, 2023
Senator Rausch To Host Community Town Halls; in Franklin on Oct 16
Southern RegionMonday, September 18, 2023, 6 PMMilford Town Hall, 52 Main St, MilfordNorthern RegionMonday, October 2, 2023, 6 PMNeedham Town Hall, 1471 Highland Ave, NeedhamSouth Central RegionMonday, October 16, 2023, 6 PMFranklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St, FranklinCentral RegionMonday, October 30, 2023, 6 PMNorfolk Library, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk
Monday, August 14, 2023
FREE community cookout at the Franklin United Methodist Church - Aug 26, 5:30 PM
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FREE community cookout |
All are invited to a FREE community cookout at the Franklin United Methodist Church (82 W. Central Street) on Saturday, August 26.
Food will be served from 5:30 - 6:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. This event is outside in the grassy lot at the end of our parking area.In case of rain, this event will be cancelled. Notices will be posted to the church's website and Facebook page.
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FREE community cookout at the Franklin United Methodist Church - Aug 26, 5:30 PM |
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Franklin residents encouraged to participate in Community Health Survey
The @MassDPH has launched a Community Health Equity Survey to help learn more about community health needs so they may strengthen their offerings throughout the Commonwealth.
Access the survey here: https://t.co/6fbtpHBTVa
Franklin residents encouraged to participate in Community Health Survey |
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Franklin Police ask residents to respond to the "Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement"
- Community involvement
- Safety
- Procedural Justice
- Performance
- Contact and satisfaction
Friday, July 14, 2023
Franklin United Methodist Church: Community cookout - Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 PM
"All are invited to a FREE community cookout at the Franklin United Methodist Church (82 W. Central Street) on Saturday, July 22.
Food will be served from 5:30 - 6:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. This event is outside in the grassy lot at the end of our parking area.
Community cookout - Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 PM In case of rain, this event will be cancelled. Notices will be posted to the church's website and FB page"
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Tri-County RVTHS Athletics: Cougar Community Night - June 12 from 6 to 7 PM
Tri-County RVTHS Athletics: Cougar Community Night - June 12 from 6 to 7 PM
Monday, May 22, 2023
Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR: 031 - Death & Community (audio)
In this episode, Dr. Pandora Carlucci and Jay Horrigan are joined by Reverend Juncker, Reverend Oughton, and Rabbi Alpert to talk about death, how the community comes together during a death and each religion's respective views on death and the afterlife.
The books talked about in this episode are:
- Heaven and Hell by Bart D. Ehrman
- The Death of Death by Neil Gillman
If you would like to reach out with any questions, concerns or future discussion topics you can contact franklinfaithforum@gmail.com
You can keep up to date with the Franklin Interfaith Council here: https://www.facebook.com/FranklinInterfaithCouncil
Franklin Faith Forum - WFPRBringing More Faith Into Your DayJay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Pastor Juncker, Reverend Oughton, and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their congregations and how listeners can embrace faith in their own lives.
Find all the episodes -> https://franklin-faith-forum.captivate.fm/
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Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR |
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
the budget season, Franklin's quality of life, and more are discussed in this episode of Talk Franklin (audio)
FM #997 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 997 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my "Talk Franklin" session with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. We had our conversation via Zoom on Thursday, May 11, 2023.
Topics for this session
Budget season FY 2024
Finance Committee budget hearings held May 8, 10, & 11
Town Council hearings scheduled for May 24 & 25
Quality of life
Town role vs community role for “O” (override) word
The recording runs about 27 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Jamie on Thursday, May 11, 2023
Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-997-talk-franklin-05-11-23
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Town FY 2024 budget page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/webforms/fy-24-budget-materials
Town Administrator page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/administrator
Talk Franklin podcast page -> https://anchor.fm/letstalkfranklin
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How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
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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.
I hope you enjoy!
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the budget season, Franklin's quality of life, and more are discussed in this episode of Talk Franklin (audio) |
Voice of Faith - a community concert - Sunday, May 21 at 7 PM
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Voice of Faith - a community concert - Sunday, May 21 at 7 PM |
Monday, May 15, 2023
Both the FHS Community Service & Empty Bowls Clubs help the Franklin Food Pantry this week
A set of avocado inspired vases will be for sale at the Empty Bowls Silent Auction, Thurs. May 18th, 6-8pm in the FHS cafeteria.
Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/EmptyBowls2023
A set of avocado inspired vases will be for sale at the Empty Bowls Silent Auction |
hi everyone! just a reminder that our food drive ends this FRIDAY so please donate if you have not already!!
Anything is appreciated :) https://t.co/OUxPLQuIn5
FHS Community Service Club food drive ends Fri, May 19 |
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Franklin's first participation in the national annual @janeswalk, in honor of the late social activist Jane Jacobs - May 6, 10:30 AM
- Dress for the weather whatever it is or forecasted to be for Saturday.
- Bring along water (talking makes one thirsty).
- Wheels and paws are welcome to come along.
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Franklin's first participation in the national annual @janeswalk, in honor of the late social activist Jane Jacobs - May 6, 10:30 AM |
Friday, April 28, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: April 28, 2023 to May 5, 2023
Friday, April 28
9:00am - Arts & Culture Listening Tour - Session 2 (Franklin Public Library)
6:00pm - Northeast Groove (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)
7:30pm - Dean Dance Company (Ticketed performance) (Dean College Main Stage)
Saturday, April 29
10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
12:00pm - Favorite Poem Project (Franklin Public Library)
2:00pm - Dean Dance Company (Ticketed performance) (Dean College Main Stage)
6:00pm - Corner 2 Corner (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)
7:30pm - Dean Dance Company (Ticketed performance) (Dean College Main Stage)
7:30pm - Electric Youth 2023 (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)
8:00pm - John Gorka (ticketed event, masks required) (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse)
Sunday, April 30
1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
2:00pm - Dean Dance Company (Ticketed performance) (Dean College Main Stage)
Wednesday, May 3
1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin Senior Center)
7:00pm - Franklin Art Association (monthly meeting) (Franklin Senior Center)
7:00pm - FHS Jazz Concert (Franklin High School)
Thursday, May 4
10:00am - Writer's Quiet Space (Escape Into Fiction)
2:00pm - What is wrong with my Houseplants? (virtual) (Franklin Public Library)
6:00pm - Ken Barney (live music) (La Cantina Winery)
6:00pm - Papilia's Wood Fired Pizza (food truck) (La Cantina Winery)
6:30pm - Franklin LGBTQ Alliance (monthly meeting) (Franklin Public Library)
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If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
Thursday, March 30, 2023
FPL Community Conversations March 30, at 6 PM - This month’s topic: Food Insecurity!
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Community Relations Subcommittee Meeting - March 29 (virtual only)
"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may bediscussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Hockomock Area YMCA: Impact Report shares stories of Y's response to the community needs (video)
"Our Impact Report publication shares stories of our Y's response to the needs of our community.
To read this year's publication: https://t.co/qs2ME05exf #BeCauseY #YForAll #ReachOut https://t.co/ta9MlYXoFJ
Hockomock Area YMCA: Impact Report shares stories of Y's response to the community needs (video) |
VIDEO ≈ https://t.co/0EhP3wwUgH shown at this morning's Reach Out Campaign Breakfast.
Watch the impactful story of Caitlin and her family. We are proud to be here for individuals and families when they need us most.
#BeCauseY #YForAll #ReachOut https://t.co/0EhP3wwUgH