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Monday, October 9, 2023
Dog Halloween party with Elastic Five Band at 67 Degrees Brewery, Oct 27
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Howl-o-ween dog costume contest at Dog Park, Oct 16
The Furry Friends of Franklin has scheduled the second annual dog Halloween costume contest for Sunday, October 16, at the Dacey Filed dog park from 10:00 AM to Noon.
Howl-o-ween dog costume contest at Dog Park, Oct 16
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Dedication plaque ceremony at Dog Park - Aug 6
Gennarino D'Onofrio
President
Dacey Community Field
700 Lincoln Street
Franklin, MA
Dedication plaque ceremony at Dog Park - Aug 6 |
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Franklin Cultural District - #Arts happening Here (through June 8)
"You can see it in the treesYou can smell it in the breeze
Look around! Look around! Look around!
June is bustin' out all over"
This week may seem like a slow "busting out all over" but wait until you see next week! Arts are happening here!
6:00pm - LaCantina Winery - Live Concert with Ayla Brown and Rob Bellamy. Tickets can be purchased here: www.lacantinawinery.square.site
7:00pm - 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node (virtual meeting with climate activists)
2:00pm - Farmers Market (first market of the season on the Town Common) https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/
6:00pm - 67 Degrees - Scott McGill Acoustic https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/scott-magill-acoustic/
Farmers Market |
7:00pm - FHS Graduation (FHS Class of 2022) Franklin TV to broadcast live (Link forthcoming)
10:00pm - All Night Party (for the FHS Class of 2022)
10:00am - Historical Museum (always free) https://www.franklinmuseum1778.com/
12:00pm - The Dog Project (on the Town Common) hosted by Franklin Lion’s Club
The Dog Project |
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/05/the-dog-project-scheduled-for-saturday.html
5:30pm - 67 Degrees - Sudden Odd Behavior (SOB) https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/sudden-odd-behavior-sob-2/
Sunday, June 5
1:00pm - Historical Museum (always free)
Find the full calendar https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html
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 Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here! |
Monday, May 16, 2022
The Dog Project scheduled for Saturday, June 4, from noon to 3 PM will feature our own "Ben Franklin"
The Franklin Lion's Club is presenting an event about everything Dog with demonstrations from Hanscom AFB K-9 unit, and Franklin Police's K-9, Ben Franklin.
Comfort and Service dogs will show you how they assist people.
Representatives from organizations that provide training, doggie day care, doggie treats, dog walkers, and more will be participating.
The Dog Project is scheduled for the Town Common on Saturday, June 4 from noon to 3 PM. Rain date is Sunday, June 5, noon to 3 PM.
No cost for the event. Raffle items will be on site to raise money to donate to a Dog organization.
- Donations of dog food for the Franklin Food Pantry would be appreciated.
- Donations of old eye glasses will be collected by the Lion's Club.
Franklin Police: Ben Franklin gained his "Canine Good Citizen" certification in Jan 2021 |
Sunday, May 8, 2022
Furry Friends of Franklin Dog Park need your help Sat, May 14 to spread some mulch
Dacey Field dog park |
"Hello dog lovers. Save this date.
Furry Friends of the Franklin Dog Park Volunteer Committee needs your help on Saturday May 14th at 9:30 am to spread 30 yards of fresh wood chips.
We need shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows. Refreshments will be there for those who help and Gino’s famous peanut butter, blueberry dog biscuits for our furry friends.
Thanks. "
Shared from Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/3157913507811987/
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Town of Franklin Annual Census due to be returned within 10 days of receipt
The Annual Census mailing from our Town Clerk arrived in the postal mail last week and is due to be returned within 10 days.
Town of Franklin Annual Census due to be returned within 10 days of receipt |
You can put it back into the mail or drop it in the white Town business drop box at the municipal building.
You can put it back into the mail or drop it in the white business box at the municipal building |
Saturday, December 4, 2021
Franklin Dog Park: The gazebo is finished
Via Furry Friends of The Franklin Dog Park Volunteer Committee:
"Franklin dog park gazebo is completed. Franklin dog park is open. Thank you for your patience."
Franklin Dog Park: The gazebo is finished |
Sunday, November 7, 2021
In Person Pet First Aid & CPR class - Nov 27 & Nov 28
- What is Pet First Aid?
- Pet Parenting 101 - Your Pet's Baselines
- Good Tips for Problem Prevention
- Vitals and Head to Tail Checks
- Proper Handling, Restraint and Transport of an injured animal
- Creating a Disaster Preparedness Plan
- Choking Management
- CPR vs. CPCR
- Which style of CPR is appropriate for your pets
- First Aid: Illnesses & Injuries including:
- Heat Stroke and Frostbite
- Dehydration
- Severe Bleeding
- Bandaging various body parts
- Mouth & Lip Injuries/Illnesses
- Injected & Ingested Poisoning
- Drowning
- Snake Bites
- Intestinal Distress
- Allergic Reactions and Bites/Stings
- Shock & Seizures
- Bloat
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Halloween Doggie Costume Contest - Oct 31
Friday, October 8, 2021
Franklin Dog Park schedules Halloween Costume Contest for Furry Friends - Oct 31
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Franklin Dog Park help needed on Saturday, Sep 18
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Franklin Dog Park Event for Aug 5 rescheduled for Aug 11
Saturday, July 24, 2021
Franklin Dog Park needs your financial support
The Franklin Dog Park needs your help. Last year, due to COVID, both major fund raising venues for the park were cancelled. As a member of the Franklin Downtown Partnership we relied on the generosity of those who stopped by our booth during both the Strawberry Stroll and Harvest Festivals to enroll in our raffle, make a token donation for a handmade doggie bandana and enjoy the freebie treats. Many attendees first learned of the dog park during their visit to our booth.
The Furry Friends purchases all the supplies for the park (doggie waste bags, hand sanitizer, toys). Several years ago we purchased two benches and this year we had helpful signs made to display around the park. On the average we spend annually up to $1,000.00 and sometimes more. We do not receive any financial assistance from the Town of Franklin although, the DPW is a wonderful supporter doing all necessary repairs at the park.
The Franklin Dog Park is the “people’s park.” As such every effort is made to keep it clean and safe for the dogs and their owners – many of whom travel from surrounding towns. Please consider making a donation to help us cover costs.
The Furry Friends has a checking account at the Dean Bank in downtown Franklin. Your donation will go directly into that account. We are a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent provided by law.
Please make your check out to: Furry Friends of Franklin, Inc. Either stop by Dean Bank or mail your check to Dean Bank, 21 Main Street, Franklin, MA 02038.
Franklin Dog Park needs your financial support |
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Franklin Dog Park Event - July 10
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Franklin Dog Park clean up - May 22
Franklin dog park at Dacey Field |
Saturday, April 24, 2021
Town of Franklin, MA: Rabies Clinic on May 1
Animal Control is hosting a Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 1 from 9 AM - 12 PM.
Please bring any paperwork related to your pet's vaccination history. Any pet without paperwork is eligible for a 1 year vaccination only.
All cats MUST be in a carrier and all dogs MUST be on a leash. https://t.co/cpRsS83AA6
Town of Franklin, MA: Rabies Clinic on May 1 |
Monday, February 15, 2021
FM #462 - Franklin's Acting Town Clerk - 02/10/21 (audio)
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Franklin’s Acting Town Clerk Nancy Danello along with her assistant Susan Merullo.
We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
We talk about:
- What is your Franklin story?
- Almost 6 months already, including two elections (Nov, Dec 2020)
- What else are you doing?
- What does the 2021 year hold (beside November elections)?
Links to the Town Clerk web page is included in the show notes. The recording runs about 22 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Nancy and Susan.
Audio file = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7541a85e-30d4-4916-bb7f-1a078094ad77
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Town Clerk page = https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk
Updated official directory (as mentioned) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/2021_directory_of_town_state_and_county_officials_0.pdf
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Acting Town Clerk Nancy Danello provides an update to a Town Council meeting in 2020 |
Monday, October 19, 2020
Furry Friends of The Franklin Dog Park Volunteer Committee
Furry Friends of The Franklin Dog Park Volunteer Committee are in need of donations. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity. Contributions are tax deductible.
Our tax # is: 82-3353876. With the fundraisers we had in the past we were able to purchase
- doggie poop bags (24,000 bags a year. cost is $678.56)
- hand sanitizer (12 bags a year cost $233.44)
- dog toys and tennis balls( cost $180.00)
- and last year we purchase two park benches for the park (cost $783.00).
Our next project coming up soon is a weather shed for the dog park so people can stay out of the rain and winter weather. We have set up a checking account with Dean Bank and your donation will go directly into our account. Please make your check payable to: Furry Friends of Franklin, Inc
You can either stop in at any Dean Bank location or mail your donation to: Dean Bank, 21 Main St. Franklin ,Ma. 02038.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Gennarino D'Onofrio
President of Furry Friends Franklin Dog Park
Monday, September 21, 2020
Franklin Dog Park: Volunteers needed Oct 3
Hello dog lovers,
The furry Friends of the Franklin Dog Park volunteer Committee are in need of volunteers to help spread wood chips at Franklin Dog Park on Saturday, October 3 at 8 AM, rain date is Sunday, October 4 at 8 AM.
Also students who need credits for community service, please bring your forms. We need wheelbarrows, rakes and shovels. We will have refreshments.
Thank you,
Gennarino D'Onofrio