Franklin TV: August

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 08/02/2026

How can we sum up the essence of August? Umm- Sultry? It’s a more poetic version of wikkid humid. August. I find a small irony in that Summer seems to fly by (Wasn’t it late May just last week?) while Winter slogs along. Yet Summer’s months (Jul, Aug) are just a bit longer than Winter’s (Dec, Feb). In the Southern hemisphere August is their slightly (10%) longer February. Do they feel mor chilly in Chile longer? Our perception of Winter time v Summer time is our reality.

The weather experts tell us that an abnormally huge El Nino is a-brewing – raising water temps in the Pacific. What does that mean? More heat? More sultry? More air conditioning into September? Less cold and snow in Winter?

Perhaps August is about shifting perceptions over time. We need to accept that, like it or not, tempus is fugit-ing. As we move ever deeper into August’s dog days let’s make the most of Summer’s sultry wilting leftovers while we begin that slightly reticent mental journey to Autumn.

Every month has its celebrations. What’s on deck for August? August is: 

National win with civility month. (Will President Trump celebrate?) 

National water quality month. (Will Interior Czar Doug Bergum celebrate?)

National immunization awareness month. (Will Health Czar RFK celebrate?) 

Note: This Friday is National Farmer’s Market Day. (Buy local. Buy fresh.)

If you check Wikipedia re: August – they list celebrations for every single day. So, if you’re not done ‘Summering’ (or simmering under the Sun), get out there and celebrate – something – in August.

Then – it’s on to Labor Day.

And – as always –

Thank you for watching. 

Thanks for listening to wfpr●fm,

and staying informed at Franklin●news.

 

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Aging Boldfully: Dr. Kymberlee O'Brien, Med, PhD (video)

Aging Boldfully is a regular show on Franklin TV's All Access channel hosted by Susan Rohrbach. Dr. Kymberlee O'Brien, Med, PhD was Susan's guest for this recent show.

The show description: 

"Aging Boldfully is about living your next chapter outside of your comfort zone—fully embracing the uniqueness of you.

For many of us, the idea of aging doesn’t appear on our radar until we approach our 60s, when retirement begins to loom. During this time, our attention often narrows to one critical goal: ensuring financial independence. While that focus is important, it can distract us from an equally vital question: What am I going to do with the rest of my life? 

Each of our journeys is unique. Rather than clinging to the tired concept of “retirement,” we have the chance to rethink and redesign this new chapter. What will life look like now that we are the CEO of our own story? 

Aging Boldfully will explore the themes that matter most as we step into this phase—purpose, relevance, resilience, physical health, mental well-being, intentional living, and mindfulness. It will showcase members of our community who are finding meaning, living with purpose, and overcoming obstacles—real examples of what it means to age not just gracefully, but boldfully."

Video link -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFLTNIpNsWw

Franklin TV schedule for July 31, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY

8:30 am Frank Presents: Bob Jubinville

10:00 am Aging Boldfully: Fyzical

11:00 am Senior Connection: Spaghetti Bolognese

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Chicken Salad

12:30 pm Learn to Cook with Linda: Chicken Piccata Meatballs

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Black Bean, Roasted Pepper & Garlic Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 7

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 10

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

4:30 pm Metrowest FanZone: Electric Youth

6:00 pm 4th of July 2026: GQ & The Lady

9:00 pm Franklin Cultural Council: Pamela Means

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY

7:00 am Middle School Spring Band 06-04-26

8:30 am Arts Advocacy: How-Tos

9:30 am FHS Spring Pops 2026

11:00 am FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon

1:00 pm All-Town Chorus & Orchestra 2026

3:30 pm FHS Varsity Baseball v Catholic Memorial 04-21-26

8:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = FRIDAY

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 07-09-26

11:00 am Communications Subcommittee 07-15-26

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 07-09-26

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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Franklin TV schedule for Thursday, July 30, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = THURSDAY

9:00 am Aging Agenda: Brian Maxfield, CFP

10:00 am Vera Meyer: Glass Armonica

11:33 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

12:03 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Chicken Salad

12:35 pm Learn to Cook with Linda: Chicken Piccata Meatballs

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Black Bean, Roasted Pepper & Garlic Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 7

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 10

3:30 pm Aging Boldfully: Fyzical

4:30 pm Veterans' Call: Tom Marcone

5:30 pm FSPA Spring Concerts Show 2 05-16-26

8:00 pm Celebrate with Pride 2026

9:00 pm Franklin Cultural Council: Pamela Means

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = THURSDAY

7:30 am     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

8:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-25-26

10:30 am U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19

12:30 pm All-Town Chorus & Orchestra 2026

2:00 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon

3:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Sharon 05-04-26

9:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = THURSDAY

8:00 am Conservation Commission 07-16-26

11:00 am Communications Subcommittee 07-15-26

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 07-16-26

7:00 pm Conservation Commission  CHAMBERS  897 8846 7620

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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The Excess Sewer Capacity segment of the July 22, 2026 Town Council meeting (audio)

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 members participated in Chambers. The Council voted to extend the meeting 1 hour and fortunately finished before that time.

The full meeting can be viewed on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mliO20lR8Cc 

The three key sections of presentation & discussion are shared via audio here:

1786 - The FY 25 Audit report presentation and discussion. The recording runs about 25 minutes.

1787 - The 300 Fisher St presentation by the EPA and resulting discussion. The recording runs about 54 minutes

1788 - Excess Sewer Capacity presentation from Charles River, including Medway & Millis representatives as well as the extended discussion to be continued Sept 2. The recording runs about 97 minutes.

c. Charles River Pollution Control District

i. Charles River Pollution Control District Overview Presentation  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10236/11c-i---PRESENTATION-SLIDES---PDF--CRPCD-Town-Council-Meeting-July-22-2026pdf  & Website  https://www.charlesriverpcd.org/

ii. Town Administrator Memo on Sewer Transfers  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10237/11c-ii---MEMO---Millis-Sewer-Transfer

● See Legislation for Action #12b. (Millis)

● See Legislation for action #12c. (Medway)

● See Legislation for action #12d. (District Amendment)

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1788-excess-sewer-capcity-segment-at-the-town-council-mtg-07-22-26/

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The full agenda and documents released for this session - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2421 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

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 & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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The 300 Fisher St segment of the Town Council meeting July 22, 2026 (audio)

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 members participated in Chambers. The Council voted to extend the meeting 1 hour and fortunately finished before that time.

The full meeting can be viewed on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mliO20lR8Cc 

The three key sections of presentation & discussion are shared via audio here:

1786 - The FY 25 Audit report presentation and discussion. The recording runs about 25 minutes.

1787 - The 300 Fisher St presentation by the EPA and resulting discussion. The recording runs about 54 minutes 

b. 300 Fisher Street

i. Environmental Protection Agency Overview Presentation   https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10232/EPA-Presentation

ii. Town Administrator Memo on history of 300 Fisher Street  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10234/11b-2---MEMO---300-Fisher-Street-History

iii. 300 Fisher Street Town site map  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10235/11b-iiii-Map

iv. 300 Fisher Street property card  

1788 - Excess Sewer Capacity presentation from Charles River, including Medway & Millis representatives as well as the extended discussion to be continued Sept 2. The recording runs about 97 minutes.

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1787-300-fisher-st-segment-of-the-town-council-mtg-07-22-26/

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The full agenda and documents released for this session - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2421 

-------------

We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

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 & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"