Compost service coming to Franklin, sign up for a plan to begin Jan 25

"We are stoked to be rolling out service in these new towns.  Sign up now for compost collection at blackearthcompost.com starting soon:

• Franklin - Monday, January 25th
• Cohasset - Thursday, January 21st
• Norfolk - Monday, January 25th"

"Compost, Grow, Eat...Repeat. Our mission is to collect food waste, process it into nutrient rich compost, and return it to the community. There it will re-enter the growth cycle in your backyard garden or at a local farm, creating zero waste."

Shared from Facebook:

https://facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3887942597904221&id=245180832180434

This is not a Town of Franklin service, it is provided by the Black Earth Compost company

Pricing available on the Black Earth Compost page

https://blackearthcompost.com/residential-curbside-compost-pickup/

Compost service coming to Franklin, sign up to pay for a plan to begin Jan 25

THE pizza box recycle story: yes, it can be recycled (no food, moderate grease)

Derek Adams replied to my email asking for clarification on the responses raised when we had shared the pizza box recycle update earlier this week.

Derek's response: (bold added for my emphasis)

"I spent today (Friday) at the Recycling Center. Together, the lead employee and I called Miller Recycling (our vendor for cardboard at the Recycling Center). We asked whether or not they accept Pizza Boxes with grease on them. They responded that they do, in fact, accept pizza boxes with moderate grease (however, zero food waste accepted with their recycling program).

I have also spent this week reaching out to Waste Management. There has been discrepancies between the contacts I have at Waste Management regarding their curbside policy. Ultimately, I have received correspondence that indicates Waste Management accepts “No-Food Pizza Boxes” as recyclable material. This is our policy moving forward.

If residents find they are having issues recycling pizza boxes in their curbside recycling bins, they should feel free to contact me to mitigate any potential problems.

Thank you for bringing this issue to light! "

Hopefully  for this recycle item going forward, let Derek know (copy me please, so if there is any change, I can be sure to spread the good word.)

Derek's email is dadams@franklinma.gov

You can also reach Derek via the request form on the Recycling/Sold Waste page  https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste

The original post this week  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/09/recycling-reminder-boxyes-pizzano.html

The pizza box story: yes, it can be recycled (no food, moderate grease)

Register to participate in the Food4Vets Service on Oct 3

Franklin Post 3402 is participating in the VFW Day of Service on Oct  3. The State VFW is teaming up with the Mass Military Support Foundation. The food boxes will be similar to what was distributed at Gillette Stadium and other points in Western Mass earlier this year. 

This is open to all vets, but we will require proof of service (vet org ID card, VA ID card, DD-214, etc). They'll need to register in advance (link is coming). 

Registration link: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/noFI3EzQEdyjQXswdSO-DQ

If they don't have internet access I'll be happy to take their info and get them in the system. We'll need name, branch of service, and family size. 

Anyone with questions or issues registering once the link is shared can reach me at post3402@vfwma.org or 508-533-2377. E-mail preferred. 

Pick up will be at the VFW Post (Pond St) on Oct 3 from 10 AM - 1 PM.

Get your copy of the information flyer here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11clmfF_YnJsNh_LBCvYF8EMmvf11siyd/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Post 3402 is participating in the Food4Vets Service on Oct  3

Franklin Post 3402 is participating in the Food4Vets Service on Oct 3

Franklin Post 3402 is participating in the VFW Day of Service on Oct  3. The State VFW is teaming up with the Mass Military Support Foundation. The food boxes will be similar to what was distributed at Gillette Stadium and other points in Western Mass earlier this year. 

This is open to all vets, but we will require proof of service (vet org ID card, VA ID card, DD-214, etc). They'll need to register in advance (link is coming). If they don't have internet access I'll be happy to take their info and get them in the system. We'll need name, branch of service, and family size. 

Anyone with questions or issues registering once the link is shared can reach me at post3402@vfwma.org or 508-533-2377. E-mail preferred. 

Pick up will be at the VFW Post (Pond St) on Oct 3 from 10 AM - 1 PM.

Get your copy of the information flyer here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11clmfF_YnJsNh_LBCvYF8EMmvf11siyd/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Post 3402 is participating in the Food4Vets Service on Oct  3

Taste of ArtWeek tickets now on sale!

Food trucks, beer & wine garden, live performances, craft fair, art show and more!

Food truck and beer garden tickets are now available online! For more information, the performance line up, or to purchase tickets, go to https://randomsmile.org/festival! Are you a crafter? We have just 4 booths left available in the craft fair! Download the fair information here. https://gallery.mailchimp.com/9f1ff188fa31b9964acfa8e2c/files/a7698baa-9618-429c-800d-7f7302757f37/Taste_of_ArtWeek_craft_fair_prospectus.pdf Copyright © 2019 Franklin Cultural Council, All rights reserved. Received this from a friend? Subscribe to our email list. Our mailing address is: 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Questions? Contact FCC Chair Stacey David at franklinculturalcouncil02038 [at] gmail.com

Taste Of Artweek Festival: Announces Beer & Wine Garden Line Up for Apr 27

Taste of ArtWeek, a kick-off celebration to Franklin ArtWeek, announced today that La Cantina Winery, Jack's Abby Craft Lagers, Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company, Crue Brew Brewery, and Zelus Beer Company will all be featured in their beer and wine garden. 

The festival is on Saturday, April 27 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM, and will also include food trucks, a craft fair, and free live performances on the Franklin Town Common. The beer and wine garden and a fine art exhibition will be held across the street at Hayward Manor. 

Taste of ArtWeek is intended to give attendees a "taste" of what ArtWeek is all about. Beer and wine garden tickets are $20, and will provide guests with either a flight of six tastes of different beverages, or two full pours. Tickets can be purchased in advance, starting April 1, at www.randomsmile.org/festival.

Taste Of Artweek Festival: - Apr 27

"As a local resident of Franklin and owner of the winery in Franklin, I am thrilled to take part in this community event. The town has been very supportive of our winery and it’s great to see them allowing food trucks and a beer/wine tent. Our award winning wines are produced and bottled in Franklin with grapes sourced from California and Chile. It is our mission to work with all organizations in town with efforts in supporting the community. We are honored to take part in ArtWeek, especially in the town we call home." says Bob Vozzella, owner of La Cantina Winery and one of this year's festival sponsors.

Taste of ArtWeek is being organized by the Franklin Cultural Council, in partnership with Random Smile Project charity. Proceeds from the event will benefit both organizations. More details on this and other ArtWeek events can be found online at www.artweekma.org.

About the Franklin Cultural Council — The mission of the Franklin Cultural Council (FCC) is to encourage participation and enhance opportunities for enrichment in the cultural arts and sciences throughout our community. Comprised of committed residents, the FCC meets monthly with the purpose of supporting events and programs through grants from the Town of Franklin, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

FM #154 - Economic Development meeting - Nov 28, 2018 (audio)

FM #154

This internet radio show or podcast is number 154 in the series for Franklin Matters.

This recording shares the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting held before the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.

The discussion only covered the first agenda item. The key question is whether to modify the existing brewing distillery bylaw to remove the kitchen requirement. Do tap rooms, tasting rooms, really need to have a kitchen. Comparison with other breweries where the food requirement is not as restrictive.

After some discussion on what it would include or not, it was determined to need additional research from the Administration staff to bring back to the EDC for a better discussion.

Discussion:

1. Brewery, Winery, Distillery Bylaw Issues - food requirement

Future Meetings:

2. Clark, Cutler McDermott Rezoning
3. Housing - Generally

a. R7a. Over 55 Housing Overlayb. Inclusionary Zoning Discussionc. Multi-Family Housing in Residential V and Commercial 1d. Downtown extension/C1/Village District Discussione. Affordable Housing Plan

The next meeting was scheduled for Dec 12, at 5:45 PM (also before the Town Council meeting).

The total meeting recording runs just about 20 minutes. Without further ado, here is the audio recording.





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How can you help?

In particular, if you have an interest in real estate, zoning or construction, I would like someone to follow the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Commission meetings. I’ll provide the guidance on note taking and sharing. You need to bring an inquisitive and open mind and willingness to learn and share.

Overall;

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors.
• If you don't like this, please let me know.

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
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 and Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

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“It was like a Franklin community homecoming, a class reunion of sorts”

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

"The change of seasons brings about reflection, introspection and new vision and this was especially felt this fall by the multitude of volunteers who had brought the Feast of St. Rocco to life every August for the past 40 years. 

This past Aug. 12 marked the last day of the final Festival of Food so lovingly run by members of St. Mary Parish. To honor the hundreds of volunteers who made the feast a part of their summer, a Mass of thanksgiving and reception of gratitude was held recently to begin the transition from one tradition to the next. 

The Mass and reception brought 40 years of faith, family, community and tradition full circle. Fr. Michael Guarino, the brainchild of the event in 1979, was the principal celebrant of the Mass. 

His homily was built on the theme of the number 40 in the Bible. He pointed out that the Israelites wandered the desert for 40 years; Moses, Elijah and Jesus fasted in the desert for 40 days; and the great flood lasted 40 days."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20181113/power-of-40-celebrating-people-of-st-rocco-and-looking-ahead

Photos from the St Rocco Festival in 2013

In the News: Franklin Police collecting toys; 6 artificial flavors removed

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

"During the holiday season, Franklin Police will be delivering more than justice. 

For the past four years, the department has helped out Santa Claus with an annual toy drive. From binkies and bibs to baseball gloves and gift cards, Franklin police Detective Eric Copeland said officers delivered hundreds of gifts last year. 

Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at the Franklin police station until Dec. 20. For monetary donations, checks can be made out to the Franklin Police Association. Used toys can’t be accepted. 

Santa will also be stopping by the station from 9 a.m. to noon on Dec. 15 for kids to rattle off their wish lists and snag a photo with Santa. Though the event is free, Copeland said gift donations are greatly appreciated."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181113/franklin-police-toy-drive-accepting-donations

Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at the Franklin police station until Dec. 20

"Six artificial flavors are being ordered out of the food supply in a dispute over their safety, but good luck to anyone who wants to know which cookies, candies or drinks they’re in. 

The dispute highlights the complex rules that govern what goes in our food, how much the public knows about it, and a mysterious class of ingredients that has evolved over decades largely outside of public view. 

On food packages, hundreds of ingredients are listed simply as natural flavor or artificial flavor. Even in minute amounts, they help make potato chips taste oniony or give fruit candy that twang. 

“The food system we have is unimaginable without flavor additives,” said Nadia Berenstein, a historian of flavor science based in New York."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20181113/no-accounting-for-these-tastes-artificial-flavors-mystery/1

https://www.fda.gov/

Oktoberfest at THE BLACK BOX - Sun, Sep 30

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Join us for Oktoberfest at THE BLACK BOX! THE BLACK BOX closes out September with the venue's first Oktoberfest on Sunday, September 30! From 12:30-6:00, enjoy a variety of German, as well as local craft beers with a menu of Bavarian foods, festive live music, and outdoor games.  THE game will also be on during the Oktoberfest event. Families are welcome! GET TICKETS https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1174 Follow us! Follow THE BLACK BOX on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!

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In the News: Sante Fe Burrito Grill opening Monday, April 30

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

"With Acapulco’s, Chipotle and Taco Bell a short drive away, the owner of Franklin’s newest Mexican eatery, Santa Fe Burrito Grill, Hector Angel said he’s not too worried. 

The fast-casual restaurant will open in early May, taking the place of Rick’s, which closed in 2014, at 28 West Central St., next to the fire station. 

The food is locally harvested, fresh, and more authentic than competitors, he said. Also, he said, it tends to be cheaper. 

“We make everything from scratch daily here,” he said. “You can tell that the flavor is fresh. You can tell nothing is being reheated. It’s more authentic, more exciting ... And we’re below Chipotle’s price,” he laughed."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180429/santa-fe-burrito-grille-in-franklin-to-open-in-early-may

In the News: Sante Fe Burrito Grill opening Monday, April 30

From the Sante Fe Burrito Grill Facebook page, they are opening Monday, April 30   https://www.facebook.com/santafeburritogrill/

3rd Annual Franklin Cultural Festival - Saturday - July 29 - Closing Day

3rd Annual Franklin Cultural Festival

Performance Schedule

Saturday, July 29

At THE BLACK BOX

The Franklin Art Association will display works of local artists in the lobby of THE BLACK BOX.   The detailed schedule of performances looks like this:

	Festival Stage (inside)	Circle of Friends Stage (outside, under the tent)
	Set up
12:00 - 12:30 PM	Heath Nisbett	Set up
12:30 - 1:30 PM	Set up	Michele Kelly
1:30 - 2:00 PM	Emma Newton	Set up
2:00 - 3:00 PM	Set up	Jamie Barrett
3:00 - 3:30 PM	Universal Singers	Set up
3:30 - 4:30 PM	Set up	Stefilia's Stone
4:30 - 5:00 PM	Ann Sears	Set up
5:00 - 6:00 PM	Set up	Jim Henry
6:00 - 6:30 PM	Kaye Kelly	Set up
6:30 - 8:00 PM	Set up	Victims of Gravity
8:00 PM	FPAC performs a “24 Hour Play”

Bring your beach blanket and chairs for the 'Franklin lawn' in THE BLACK BOX parking lot (seating limited under the tent, first come first serve).

For updates to the schedule, follow @artshappenhere

Franklin restaurants will offer samples of their best for sale under the tent during the afternoon

All roads should lead to The Rome Restaurant in Franklin either before or after taking in one or more of the events at the Cultural Festival. 

The Rome will feature "Festival Fettucini" from 4:00 PM to closing each night Wednesday, July 26 through Saturday, July 29.  The culinary arts are one of the key arts that the Festival is looking to showcase. Franklin has a broad variety of culinary choices! 
http://www.franklinculturaldistrict.org/2017/07/stop-by-rome-for-festival-fettucini.html


If you are interested in getting updates on the Franklin Cultural Festival please check out the webpage http://buff.ly/2tUhSCL or follow the Festival on Twitter http://buff.ly/2tqlid1

To help financially support the Festival please visit: http://buff.ly/2tqGcZh.

The tri-fold flyer with the full schedule can be downloaded here 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczZFlnZFNMV1puWkE/view?usp=sharing


You can also download and print a copy of the Saturday schedule here
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10DSpiywIulafMNpPpj5a1ajiY_Gk-jBVXlH15dMS7f4/edit?usp=sharing

3rd Annual Cultural Festival - Friday Recap (photo, video)

The weather was perfect for the 3rd Annual Cultural Festival outdoor events on Friday. The Farmers Market was active and full of vendor choices. 

Multiple farms had fresh produce and I got our set of cooking knifes sharpened. #shopFranklin's space was represented by Linda Waters and Confidence Beads. Bob Vozella and family conducted tastings for Franklin's own La Cantina Winery. 

two rows of vendors at the Franklin Farmers Market

Bill and Linda Hamaker led a good group in laughter yoga inside the Town Common bandstand.

Let's Laugh Today, Laughter Yoga at the 3nd Annual Franklin Cultural Festival

Kevin Wolfe and friend performed many familiar rock songs

Kevin Wolfe and friend performing

The day closed out under the stars with a performance of The Mikado by FPAC

cast of the Mikado by FPAC takes a bow

The day had begun with the FPS Summer Music Concert at Franklin High School. There will be more video and photos from this set of performances in the days to come but for now, here is the closing song dedicated to Dr Pandora Carlucci (also a key contributor for the Cultural Festival).