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Thursday, August 25, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Sep 14

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off their 2016/2017 season on Wednesday, September 14th. We invite any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, to join us at "3" Restaurant, 461 West Central Street, Franklin

Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available. We meet upstairs at 7:30 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run September through May but hold many other casual events to stay connected throughout the year. 

The club is an opportunity for residents of all ages and situations - not just those new to town - to socialize and learn about our community. Our September meeting is a social gathering so it's a great opportunity to come and make new friends or catch up with old ones. 

For more information visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.


The Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club is a non-profit social and charitable organization for residents of Franklin, Massachusetts. We like to have fun, learn new things, spend time together, and give back to the community through volunteer activities and fundraisers.
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and
charitable organization for residents of Franklin

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Sep 14

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off their 2016/2017 season on Wednesday, September 14th. We invite any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, to join us at "3" Restaurant, 461 West Central Street, Franklin

Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available. We meet upstairs at 7:30 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run September through May but hold many other casual events to stay connected throughout the year. 

The club is an opportunity for residents of all ages and situations - not just those new to town - to socialize and learn about our community. Our September meeting is a social gathering so it's a great opportunity to come and make new friends or catch up with old ones. 

For more information visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

The Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club is a non-profit social and charitable organization for residents of Franklin, Massachusetts. We like to have fun, learn new things, spend time together, and give back to the community through volunteer activities and fundraisers.
The Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club is a non-profit social and
charitable organization for residents of Franklin

Sunday, May 8, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting - May 11


The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to join us on Wednesday, May 11th at 7:30 at our monthly meeting. 
We meet upstairs at "3" Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin. Light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages are provided.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends is a social club for residents of all ages and situations - not just those who are new to town. We meet the second Wednesday of the month, September through May.
 
Additionally, we organize and offer numerous other events and gatherings throughout the year. For more information, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com. We're also on Facebook.
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Franklin Newcomers Meeting April 20

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club invites you to their monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 20th at 7:30 pm upstairs at "3" Restaurant, 461 West Central St, Franklin.

Attendees will enjoy a special presentation from Jeffrey Nutting, Franklin Town Administrator. He will update us on all the things happening in Franklin that are currently affecting residents. He will conclude with a Q andA format. 

Complimentary snacks and soft beverages will be provided. Cash bar available.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a social club for residents of all ages and situations – not just those new to town. For more info, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

image from Franklin Newcomers webpage
image from Franklin Newcomers webpage

Friday, March 4, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Mar 9

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is pleased to invite you to our March Meeting. We gather monthly to make new friends and connections while learning about our community.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
We will be meeting at the "3" Restaurant in Franklin on Wednesday, March 9th at 7:30pm. Come join us upstairs for complimentary appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks. We always begin our events with ample time to socialize . . . we welcome all residents; whether you are new to town or if you have lived here for years. We look forward to meeting you!

Regarding our April Meeting, we typically meet the 2nd Wednesday of the Month. In April, the Newcomers and Friends will be participating in the FEF Trivia Bee fundraiser on Wed. April 13. So instead, our April Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 20th.


Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Annual Craft Fair - Saturday, Nov 14th

In it's 42nd year, the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Annual Craft Fair is coming up!! It's a perfect opportunity to shop for the upcoming Holidays, Birthdays or any Special Occasion . . . or just for yourself! 
We host 70+ crafters who make a wide range of items. The event is a fundraiser with money going back to our local community. Last year we gave $5,000 to eight local non-profit organizations.
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
We'll be collecting non-perishable food items for the Franklin Food Pantry too! Admission is $3 per person over 12 years old. 
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, November 14th. It will be located at Tri-Country Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond Street in Franklin. 
The event runs from 9 am to 3 pm. There will be a baked goods table, a 50/50 raffle, as well as a raffle for items donated by the crafters. Please join us!

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Franklin Newcomers & Friends 42nd Annual Craft Fair - Nov 14th


In it's 42nd year, the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club Annual Craft Fair is coming up!! It's a perfect opportunity to shop for the upcoming Holidays, Birthdays or any Special Occasion . . . or just for yourself!
 
We host 70+ crafters who make a wide range of items. The event is a fundraiser with money going back to our local community. Last year we gave $5,000 to eight local non-profit organizations.
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
We'll be collecting non-perishable food items for the Franklin Food Pantry too! Admission is $3 per person over 12 years old. 
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, November 14th. It will be located at Tri-Country Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond Street in Franklin. 
The event runs from 9 am to 3 pm. There will be a baked goods table, a 50/50 raffle, as well as a raffle for items donated by the crafters. Please join us!

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Franklin Newcomers and Friends: Meeting, Weds Sep 9th 7:30 PM

Franklin Newcomers and Friends
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends welcome you to join us at our first monthly meeting of the 2015-2016 season. We'll be meeting upstairs at "3" Restaurant on Wednesday, September 9th at 7:30pm.

We'll be providing light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages. A cash bar will be available. This meet-up is open to Current members and Prospective members!
 
This month's meeting will be largely social - providing an opportunity to learn more about each other and have some fun! We'll also give you a sneak peak at some of our upcoming meetings and events.

Sunday, May 24, 2015

Friends of Franklin Library to fund the 2015 Summer Reading Program

A JPG copy of the letter from Library Director Felicia Oti to the Friends of Franklin Library is shown below. The body text has also be replicated for easier reading.
"We are delighted with the decision of the Friends of Franklin Library Board to fund the Library's entire request of $10,000 for the 2015 Summer Reading Program. The money has been deposited into an FOFL account and copies of invoices will be provided as expenditures are made. 
Your generous gift will make it possible for the library to expand summer reading collections for all Franklin students and offer engaging and entertaining programs to the community. FOFL will receive the appropriate recognition in all promotional materials. 
We are counting on your continued financial support for forthcoming library projects. Together we can strengthen the community by providing dynamic services and meaningful library experiences."

The JPG copy:

JPG copy of  Letter to FOFL
JPG copy of  Letter to FOFL

Library sign announces movies for May 30 and May 31
Library sign announces movies for May 30 and May 31

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Friends of Franklin Library - next meeting March 4

The Friends of Franklin Library will not hold regular monthly meetings in January or February. Instead, members will meet in subcommittees to plan for 2015 and beyond. 
The group's next full meeting will be Wednesday, March 4, at 7 p.m., in the library's community room.
As always, the Friends' board appreciates hearing from members and library patrons. Reach the group by email at fofl02038@gmail.com or check in via Facebook and Twitter.

On Twitter you can find them at https://twitter.com/FriendsFranklin

screen grab of the Friends of Franklin Library twitter profile
screen grab of the Friends of Franklin Library twitter profile


On Facebook you can find them at 
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-Franklin-Library/700089496685566

screen grab of Friends of Franklin Library Facebook page
screen grab of Friends of Franklin Library Facebook page



Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Friends of Franklin Library - Meeting Agenda - Dec 3, 2014


FOFL Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Meeting time: 7PM
Meeting place: Franklin Library, Community Room

• Welcome and introductions

• Public Comments

• Library Director

• Library Board of Directors

• Acceptance of minutes from last (November) meeting

• Treasurer’s report

• Committee updates
o Membership

o Outreach – Facebook/Twitter
 Content for next newsletter
 Web site

o Downtown Partnership
 Holiday Stroll December 4, 4-7PM


• Continuing items

o Update on FoFL offer to buy 20 chairs for the ground floor “quiet room.”

o Scholarship 2015 – subcommittee
 Suggestions for a new essay question

o FoFL Bulletin board content, monthly themes

o Working with other town groups – subcommittee?

o Memorandum of Understanding – subcommittee needed to review BOD version (not yet received)

o By-Laws review and update – subcommittee (need volunteers)

o Creating a read-only “minutes” book to keep on file at the library


• New Items
o Fundraising 2015

o Supporting other town groups
• Downtown Partnership “12 Days of Donating” food for the Franklin Food Pantry (details at http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2014/12/12-days-of-donating-kicks-off-today.html

• The Heather Pierson Quartet will bring their popular Charlie Brown Christmas show to Circle of Friends Coffeehouse in Franklin on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.

• The Franklin pantry is also getting gearing up to distribute Christmas bags, to be handed out on Dec. 17. Instead of turkeys, clients will be given hams, Weiss said.

• Claire Griffin has 50 works of art on display at the Norfolk Public Library for December. There will be an artist’s reception on December 6th from 1 - 3:30 PM.

• “Giving Tree” at Forge Hill YMCA

• Special Election for Town Council on December 16th


o Winter FoFL meetings

o Other

Ben Franklin statue at the Franklin Public Library
Ben Franklin statue at the Franklin Public Library

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Friends of Franklin Library: Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, Nov 5, 2014


FOFL Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Meeting time:  7PM
Meeting place:  Franklin Library, Community Room

Welcome and introductions

Public Comments

Library Director

Library Board of Directors

Acceptance of minutes from last (October) meeting

Treasurer's report

Committee updates
o   Membership 

o   Outreach – Facebook/Twitter  
  • Content for next newsletter


o   Downtown Partnership  
  • Harvest Festival 
    • Review of October 5 event
  • Holiday Stroll participation? 


o   Neal Sanders event held on October 7 at Alumni

o   Friends Sharing with Friends networking event (MFOL) on October 25 at the Middleborough Public Library


Continuing items
o   Scholarship 2015 – subcommittee
  • Suggestions for a new essay question


o   FoFL Bulletin board content, monthly themes

o   Presenting/sponsoring programs in conjunction with other town groups
  • Newcomers is interested


o   Memorandum of Understanding

o   By-Laws review and update – subcommittee (need volunteers)

New Items
o   Fundraising 2014-2015   

o   Creating a read-only "minutes" book to keep on file at the library

o   Supporting other town groups
  • Newcomers Craft Fair  November 8 at Tri-County, 9-4,  Admission is $3, and they are collecting donations for the Food Pantry
  • Franklin Art Association Fall Show   November 15 & 16 at Tri-County.  Free admission
  • St Vincent DePaul Thanksgiving food drive, November 22 & 23, leave donations at St. Mary's


o   Other

Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Friends of Franklin Library: Meeting - Oct 1, 7:00 PM


The Friends of Franklin Library will hold their monthly (October) meeting tonight, October 1, at 7:00pm in the Community Room at the Franklin Public Library.

Among other things, we'll be talking about next Sunday's Harvest Festival (we'll be in front of the Post Office) as well as an event we are co-sponsoring with the Franklin Garden Club, "starring" Neal Sanders, a local mystery author.  This will be on October 7 at 7PM at the Alumni Restaurant on East Central Street;  admission is an item for the Franklin Food Pantry.  There will also be an opportunity to purchase Neal's books (and they're good mysteries, with a local flavor).

Anyone interested is welcome to attend.

not that we are wishing for any snow: Ben reads outside the library
not that we are wishing for any snow: Ben reads outside the library


Additional info on Neal Sanders can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/09/author-neal-sanders-oct-7th.html

Saturday, September 6, 2014

Author Neal Sanders - Oct 7th


The Friends of Franklin Library are pleased to present local 
Author Neal Sanders. 
Join us as we welcome Neal as he gives 
his presentation on Murder Mystery writing styles 
with horticulture ties.


WHEN: October 7, 2014

Neal Sanders
Neal Sanders
WHERE: Alumni Restaurant and Bar,
391 East Central St, Franklin,
the Plaza across from the Big Y.

TIME: 7 PM – 9 PM

COST: 1 Can good or Toiletry Item for the Franklin Food Pantry

There will be Raffles and refreshments with Coffee, any other appetizer or beverage can be ordered off the menu at the customers expense, full bar! So grab a glass of wine and listen as Neil gives his presentation.

Book Clubs Welcomed!


About Neal Sanders

Neal retired from the corporate world in 2005 with an idea that he might try his hand at penning fiction. Eight books later, he's established a track record as a writer of exceptionally well-written and intricately plotted mysteries. 
His forte is strong, independent women. Sometimes they solve crimes, sometimes they commit them, but they're always interesting and someone you'd like to get to know better. Gardening also figures into many of Neal's stories, as do strong doses of humor. 
Neal and his wife, Betty, make their home in suburban Boston where their two-acre property has been part of the Garden Conservancy's 'Open Days' program and featured in the Wall Street Journal. He chronicles their garden and his views on gardening in his widely read blog, 'The Principal Undergardener'.

For more about Neal visit his website  http://www.thehardingtonpress.com/



Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Friends of Franklin Library - Meeting Agenda - Sep 3


FOFL Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Meeting time:  7PM
Meeting place:  Franklin Library, Community Room

·         Welcome and introductions

·         Public Comments

·         Library Director

·         Library Board of Directors

·         Acceptance of minutes from last (June) meeting

·         Treasurer's report

·         Committee updates
o   Membership 
o   Outreach – Facebook/Twitter
§  newsletter
o   Downtown Partnership  
§  Harvest Festival

·         Continuing items
o   Scholarship 2015
o   FoFL Bulletin board content, monthly themes

·         New Items
o   Fundraising 2014-2015      
o   Presenting/sponsoring programs in conjunction with other town groups
§  Upcoming:  October 7 with Garden Club at Alumni.          
·         Author of "Garden Club Mysteries' and other mysteries (Neal Sanders)
o   Other authors?  Topics?
o   Other

Franklin Public Library
Franklin Public Library

Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Franklin Newcomers and Friends - meeting Sep 10


Hi Steve,

Our committee is gearing up for our first official meeting of the year.  We're reaching out to see if you'd be able to post our events on your Franklin Matters blog.  We all subscribe and we're big fans of your blog.  We're thankful for the time you take to keep us all in know about anything that "matters" in Franklin!  We'd appreciate your help and thank you in advance!

Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 10th  at "3" Restaurant, 461 West Central Street in Franklin.  We gather at 7:30 for complimentary appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages.  A cash bar is available.  Our meetings start by 8pm.

We're a social gathering of local residents.  We welcome you whether you are new to the area or have lived here forever.  We meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month, September through May.  We have additional gatherings each month based on different interests.  We meet regularly for morning breakfasts, lunch or dinner.  We have Ladies Nights Out, Wine Tastings, movie nights, events for couples and families . . .singles too!  Everyone's input is valued and if you have something you'd like to do,  we offer a place to come together with your ideas and an opportunity to socialize with others.  We like to give back to the community so we hold events that raise funds that support local programs and organizations. Our goal is to provide friendship and promote camaraderie among local residents.

Giving back to the community is important to us.  The proceeds raised at our annual fundraiser, the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair, is donated to local charities and organizations.  We also look for opportunities to lend our support through volunteering.

For more information, check out our website www.franklinnewcomers.com.  For ease in communication, we utilize MeetUp.com for events outside of our regular monthly meetings.  If you have any questions, contact us by email at franklinnewcomers@hotmail.com.

Thanks for helping us spread the word . . . 

Karilyn Hammer
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Board Member

Franklin Newcomers and Friends website
Franklin Newcomers and Friends website

Saturday, May 3, 2014

Friends of Franklin Library - Annual Meeting -- May 7


The Friends of Franklin Library will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room, located on the first floor of the library. 
The Friends is a nonprofit group advocating on behalf of both the library and the library's many loyal patrons. In the past year, the FOFL has helped fund the purchase of books and ebooks as well as furniture in the Children's Room. Also, the organization recently established a scholarship for college-bound graduates of Franklin High School. 
All are welcome to attend the annual meeting, whether you're a member or just a fan of America's first public library.

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Friends of the Franklin Library * P.O. Box 147 * Franklin, MA  02038 * fofl02038@gmail.com



Benjamin Franklin statue at the Franklin Public Library
Benjamin Franklin statue at the Franklin Public Library

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Agenda for April 2 Friends of Franklin Library Meeting


FOFL Meeting Agenda for Wednesday. April 1, 2014
Meeting time:  7PM
Meeting place:  Franklin Library, Community Room


·       Welcome and introductions
·       Guest - Alice Welch, President of the Massachusetts Friends of libraries (MFOL)
·       Library Director's comments
·       Comments and updates from the Library Board of Directors
·       Acceptance of minutes from last (March 5) meeting
·       Treasurer's report
·       Committee updates
o   Membership 
                         Annual meeting in May
o   Outreach – Facebook/Twitter
     Spring newsletter      
o   Downtown Partnership 
               Membership Renewal
               FDP event schedule
·       Continuing items
o   FoFL Bulletin board content
o   Program plans, and update
o   Status of new passes requested by community
·       New Items
o   New program suggestions
o   Monthly "theme" suggestions
o   Other  (open forum)

Benjamin Franklin statue outside the Franklin Public Library
Benjamin Franklin statue outside the Franklin Public Library

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Franklin Newcomers and Friends host 'Between the Peaks'


The Franklin Newcomers and Friends are thrilled to host two 2007 Franklin High School graduates, Jonathan Ronzio and Ethan Lee. Together with a third friend, they pursued their passions for adventure and combined them with humanitarian efforts to create Between The Peaks, a volunteerism based adventure. They've climbed numerous mountains in multiple countries and "between the peaks" they provided labor, donations and goodwill to underprivileged communities. Their website, betweenthepeaks.com reads like an adventure novel and details their adventure in pictures and words. They have filmed their adventure and put together a documentary film trailer that they will be presenting at numerous film festivals. 
Come meet these two outstanding men and hear their story!
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Franklin Newcomers and Friends
Please join us on Wednesday, April 9th at 7:30 PM at "3" in Franklin. Light appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. A cash bar is available.



The sneak peak of the film of their adventure

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Friends of the Franklin Library - $5,000 donation

Maria Lucier's statement for the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Feb 12:

The Friends of Franklin Library is pleased to present a check for $5000 to the Franklin Public Library to be used for the purchase of library materials (Books, Dvds, and e-books). 
This brings the total the Friends have given to the library this fiscal year to just over $9000 ($9027.47). Since 2005, the FoFL has provided funding of over $184 thousand dollars to the library which has allowed purchase of “extras” not covered by the town budget, like museum passes, special programs, furniture, and more. 
The Friends are also pleased and excited to announce the creation of a $1000 annual scholarship in the memory of Wilma Winters, in recognition and honor of her dedication to and support of the FoFL. The first scholarship will be awarded to a Franklin High senior this spring. Part of the consideration for this is an essay indicating what the library has meant to them and how they envision the library of the future. 
Also, the FoFL recently became a member of the Massachusetts Friends of Libraries Association, and will be hosting the president of that group at our meeting on April 5. The MFOL sponsors workshops around the state and provides leadership on issues of regional, state and national concern to libraries. The meeting is open to anyone interested.

Benjamin Franklin statue outside the Franklin Public Library
Benjamin Franklin statue outside the Franklin Public Library