Franklin TV: Xmas is Coming! Srsly?

I know. I know. Way to soon. I haven’t voted yet. 

Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 11/06/2022

If you work in the media ‘biz’ – especially in advertising and/or TV, then you know that Christmas media projects begin much earlier than the actual holiday season. The first wave often arrives right after the ‘back-to-school’ ads stop running. Christmas trees pop up in film studios around the country – anywhere from September onward. Years ago I produced and filmed a ‘Christmas Special’ program in July. It makes for an odd reality – a blustery snowing street scene in the studio. Outside? 85 degrees & Sunny.

We start this week at Franklin.TV producing and shooting a fun program about traditional ‘Italian Christmas Cookies’. We’re baking ‘em up in our TeeVee kitchen (Yum!) Food is involved, soooo – Happy Holidays to all! (I have no shame.)

And – it’s not even Thanksgiving yet.

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On Tuesday – a big Vote Day. Although it’s a mid-term election, there are four big questions on the ballot. If you didn’t receive a red ‘Voter info’ booklet –

You can search – ‘MA ballot questions’. The top result link is below.

https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/ele22/information-for-voters-22/quest_1.htm 

The MA Secretary of State’s Office has all you need to know*. Big recommend.

You can review the legislative language, as well as 150-word arguments pro & con.

These are issues that affect us at home. Browse & Learn. It’s worth your time.

And – as always –

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 

And, thank you for watching.

Franklin specific voter information
in the Election Collection

* Find  Franklin specific voter information in the Election Collection at Franklin Matters. Interviews with the local candidates by Frank Falvey and Steve Sherlock. (In some cases both video and audio versions are provided.) 

You can also get inside info on Ballot Question 3 with Franklin Liquor's Mark Lenzi in two conversations: one with Frank Falvey and one with SAFE Radio's Jim Derick and Dr Anne Bergen.

Election Collection -> 

• Chronological order -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/10/election-collection-2022-state-election.html
• Categorized -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/10/election-collection-2022-state-election_1.html

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

New September 2022 Workshops offered for those looking for work

 

New Registration Process for All Events Offered By 50+ Job Seekers! If you registered with 50+ Job Seekers prior to August 22nd, you will automatically have a login for our website. All you need to do is go to https://50plusjobseekers.org/password-reset/ in order to set your password. Your user name will be this email address. If you have not previously completed the full registration form to create your profile, you will be asked to do so when you login.    Going forward, you will need to login to the website at https://50plusjobseekers.org/login/ to register for events. Once logged in, access the Master Calendar. Each event will have a booking button on it, and you can book as many events as you like. Immediately, you will receive confirmation of your bookings. A Zoom meeting link will then be emailed within 24 hours of the event to those who have registered.   Should you have any questions regarding this process, please contact 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com. If you have any trouble logging in, you may contact lynn@mcoaonline.com. Mon, Sept 19th, 10:00 – 11:30 am: Interview Practice with Ed Lawrence!

Ed Lawrence is the founder and principal of Getstarted LLC, through which he offers practical job-search advice, résumé-writing services, and assessments to help people gain meaningful employment or transition to a new career. Ed is a member of Professional Association of Resume Writers CPRW Certification Committee and is a group leader for 50+ Job Seekers in MA.

Ed Lawrence

For good or bad, first impressions matter. When interviewing you need to put your best foot forward, and that takes practice!   Do you have an interview coming up?   Do you know how to respond to behavioral questions?   Do you need suggestions on how to address gaps in employment?   Please join us for answers to your questions and learn how to respond to a variety of questions that may be presented to you during an interview! Thurs, Sept 22nd, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Introduction to Toastmasters Savvy Seeker Series with Barry Regan!

Barry Regan Barry Regan is a Distinguished Toastmaster and Operations Quality Manager at Waters Corporation. Barry credits Toastmasters for the communication and presentation skills he learned, which enabled him to advance at EMC/Dell and to make the transition to a manager role at Waters.

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders. Please join Barry Regan to hear all about the Toastmasters program! Tues, Sept 27th, 6:30 – 8:00 pm: Should I Stay or Should I Go? Interactive Workshop with Melody Beach!

Melody Beach has more than 20 years as a Human Resources professional. In 2018, Melody founded Melody L. Beach Consulting Group, which provides human resources services to small- and medium-size companies and transitional coaching for individuals looking to make a change. Melody is a group leader for 50+ Job Seekers in MA.

Melody Beach

Are you currently employed…underemployed, unhappy with your current position or looking to pivot in a totally new career direction?   Are you unsure whether you should start or continue searching for a new job?   Are you trying to decide whether to accept a job offer or stay where you are?   If you answered yes to any of these questions, please join us as Melody Beach guides you through the process of weighing all the factors, some you may not even have considered, to help you decide if this is the right time for a career change!

Questions: Email us at 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

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New September 2022 Workshops offered for those looking for work

50+ - August Practice Interviewing Sessions Scheduled

 1)     When: Wednesday Aug 3, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this free Zoom meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcOutqD8tGtU3BWp8DJidHBWSjJtBruOw

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

 

2)     Topic: Framingham Public Library - Free Practice interviewing -1st Thursday of month

When: Thursday Aug 4, 2022 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

No registration necessary – Easy join -Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09

This session was funded by a grant. The grant ends after this session; so this is the last one.

 

               3) In-person Practice Interviewing Session:  Wednesday August 17th @ 3pm; Framingham Public Library; lower level

                    Drop-in; no registration necessary.

4)     When: Wednesday Aug 31, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this free Zoom meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcu-pqjstG9CwSjDO1njN1m8HssH4A4lD

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Certified Interview Coach

CPRW; NCOPE

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

50+ - August Practice Interviewing Sessions Scheduled

50+ Network: Practice Interviewing - July 27, 2022

Hope you managed to keep your cool this weekend.

This Wednesday evening at 7 PM, the practice group meets again. This is a free virtual meeting.

Register for Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84056140714?pwd=RHZBaXFCckZGc0VSY004bTh4THdRdz09

Meeting ID: 840 5614 0714

Passcode: 371507

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The next free in-person practice group meeting is August 17 at 3 PM.

Framingham Public Library; lower level; program room.

In addition, I recently updated my website.

Check it out. All sorts of articles and videos; My blog--The Stop Sign; guest articles.

* How can I assist you? *

And finally, the MCOA 50+ group is planning some events in August! I will post the events here as soon as details are finalized.

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

50+ Network: Practice Interviewing - July 27, 2022

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50+: Practice Interview Group News & Updates

To Acton Networker group, Tatnuck group, and several others via BCC.

If you haven't looked at my website recently, I invite you to take a look.  I made some big updates yesterday, including:

* Two new service packages--Practice Interview and Career Transition.

* Simple funnel quiz on the home page directs you to the page that addresses your answer.

* My personal news includes how I passed the Strong Interest Inventory certification test. It's a well-known and respected assessment. A lot of college career centers use it.

It's the last week of June; so this coming Wednesday (June 29th) the virtual practice interview group meets at 7pm. I've provided the Zoom link below.

Next week will be the first week of the month; so the virtual practice group will meet on Wednesday July 6th at 10am.

In addition, the virtual Framingham Library monthly group meets on Thursday July 7th at 2pm. I've provided the Zoom links below

* The first in-person practice group meeting of the year will be Wednesday July 20th, 4pm at the Framingham Public Library.

Got any questions?  Send me a note!

Have a great day.

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

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* Wednesday June 29 Practice Interview Group
When: Jun 29, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcu-pqjstG9CwSjDO1njN1m8HssH4A4lD
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

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* Wednesday July 6 Practice Interview Group
When: Jul 6, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcOutqD8tGtU3BWp8DJidHBWSjJtBruOw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

* Thursday July 7 - Virtual Framingham Public Library Practice Interview Group - 2pm - 3:30

Time: Jul 7, 2022 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
        Every month on the First Thu, until Aug 4, 2022 (This is a grant funded program. The grant ends in August.)
        Jul 7, 2022 02:00 PM; Aug 4, 2022 02:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09

No registration necessary; just join the meeting.

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50+: Practice Interview Group News & Updates

2 Monthly Practice interviewing sessions remain (July 7, Aug 4)

Only two more sessions left (July and August)

Courtesy of a funded grant, the Framingham Public Library allows me to offer interviewing sessions on the first Thursday of a month.

Practice your interview skills!

Want to practice? Want to rehearse? Just want to ask questions?  Come join us.

This link is valid for the first Thursday in July and August.

Edward Lawrence is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.



Topic: FPL - Monthly Practice interviewing -1st Thursday of month
        Every month on the First Thu, until Aug 4, 2022, 2 occurrence(s)
        Jul 7, 2022 02:00 PM
        Aug 4, 2022 02:00 PM

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

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Practice Interviewing session schedule; May 5 & May 25

1)  Courtesy of the Framingham Public Library, I am able to offer drop-in practice interviewing, tomorrow May 5th, via Zoom, from 2-3:30pm

No pre-registration necessary. Use this link to join.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09       

The grant runs through August 4; so there are only a few sessions left.

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2) On the last Wednesday of the month I offer free practice interviewing from 7-8:30pm.

This month, that is May 25th.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcu-pqjstG9CwSjDO1njN1m8HssH4A4lD
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Have a great day!

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

Practice Interviewing session schedule; May 5 & May 25

Special School Committee Mtg: Superintendent Candidate Interview - 04/13/22 (audio)

FM #781 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 781 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Special School Committee - Superintendent Candidate Interview meeting held Wednesday, April 13, 2022. 

There is only one item on the agenda: Candidate for Superintendent of Schools Interview

• Denise Spencer, School Committee Chair opened the meeting. 14 questions were going to be asked of the candidate, Asst Superintendent Lucas Giguere. 2 questions for each member of the committee, one at a time, with a break to check on timing, etc. midway through the questions.  

• The meeting recording runs an hour and 5 minutes. The School Committee will also meet in public to deliberate on the candidate qualification and make a decision on April 26.

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-781-special-school-cmte-mtg-superintendent-candidate-interview-04-13-22

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Meeting agenda->  

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_4-13-22_special_mtg.pdf 

My notes (for the portion of the meeting I was able to attend, effectively the first 7 questions) ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mtwb6vQxRL4RJR1cwXjSLjIyy3i0rw17/view?usp=sharing 

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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

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"

Asst Superintendent Lucas Giguere

Upcoming Sessions for the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups

Tuesday April 12 - 10 am - Practice Interviewing (Ed Lawrence, facilitator)

If already registered with the program, you can use the same link you have used to join previous Tuesday sessions this year.

Thursday April 14 - 11 am - Savvy Seeker Series: MassHire Services with special guest Kim Leonard, Dept of Career Services

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlcu-orTMpH91SbUJArIVqpAp5VaKmwtGS 11 am -

Thursday April 21 - 2 pm - Special Event: Personal Branding with special guest Stephen Melanson

Register in advance for this special event:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtf-GopjMtGtREV5kEQqte0vH5UHAhPid0

Tuesday April 26 - 10 am - Job Applications (Melody Beach, facilitator)

If already registered with the program, you can use the same link you have used to join previous Tuesday sessions this year.

Thursday April 28 - 11 am - Savvy Seeker Series: Reimagining Gender with special guest Sarah Gustafson

Register in advance for this event:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMrdOGqqzwuGNcGBEhukMxX1j8nCueu4JbA

Wednesday May 4 - 2 pm - Savvy Seeker Series: The Sociology of Aspirations with special guest Ofer Sharone

Register in advance for this event:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcudeqqqDwvEtQw-A33MuH0Tbb94QmoHd6B

New to the program? Registration is Required: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

For more information contact Denise Magnett: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

This free program is available through a grant from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) andthe Executive Office of Elder Affairs

Thank you,

Ed Lawrence

Group Leader, MCOA

CPRW; NCOPE; Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Upcoming Sessions for the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups

Busy week for School Committee meetings

Yes, this is a busy week for School Committee meetings. If you happen to see one or more of them around, thank them for what they are doing!

• Monday, Apr 11 - 8:15 AM

Special meeting School Committee - open meeting to go to directly to Executive session for negotiations (not a meeting for public attendance, needed to be posted to enable full committee participation)  https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/agenda/special-school-committee-meeting

• Tuesday, Apr 12 - 6 PM

School Committee workshop - Superintendent's evaluation

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_4-12-22_workshop.pdf

• Tuesday, Apr 12 - 7 PM

School Committee meeting - key vote on budget

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_4-12-22.pdf

Packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/april-12-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

• Wednesday, Apr 13 - 5 PM

School Committee special meeting - interview candidate for superintendent  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_4-13-22_special_mtg.pdf

• Thursday, Apr 14 - 6:30 PM  CANCELED

The 5th annual Legislative Forum   https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/86366 

Thursday, Apr 14  - the 5th annual Legislative Forum

Practice Interviewing: Thursday afternoon 2 - 3:30 PM -> Framingham Public Library & virtual

* 1st Thursday of the month, through August.

* Via Zoom.

* Made possible by a grant to The Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University

* Save this link to access any of the 1st Thursday sessions through August.\

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Topic: FPL - Monthly Practice interviewing -1st Thursday of month
Time: Apr 7, 2022 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
        Every month on the First Thu, until Aug 4, 2022, 5 occurrence(s)
        Apr 7, 2022 02:00 PM
        May 5, 2022 02:00 PM
        Jun 2, 2022 02:00 PM
        Jul 7, 2022 02:00 PM
        Aug 4, 2022 02:00 PM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZcld-CqpjojH9bTlw3URCHCHlZOW8EJq9Yt/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGrpjsjGNyUuRyFRpwqGoigXerxiH5EgvpfqBPyUBVhQSvVHu54HYUnNfLB

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09

Meeting ID: 838 0928 1952
Passcode: 604043
One tap mobile
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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

Practice Interviewing: Thursday afternoon 2 - 3:30 PM

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Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions with Ed Lawrence

Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions

Wednesday April 6th 10 AM

Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcOutqD8tGtU3BWp8DJidHBWSjJtBruOw

 

Thursday April 7th; 2-3:30 PM: Practice Interviewing courtesy of the Framingham Public Library.

No need to register; use the link to join!

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83809281952?pwd=aWpFVG5UeDNvUlR0M3htbnN5VjdGdz09

50+ Job Seekers Networking Program In MA Statewide Networking Groups

This free program is available through a grant from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) and  the Executive Office of Elder Affairs

Session 11: Interview Practice - Tuesday April 12^th: 10 am – 12 pm

Congratulations, you were invited to an interview and have been preparing by investigating the company, its competitors, and the people you will likely meet.

You’ve also been preparing your STAR/PAR stories. But, how do you know you are ready?

 You practice.

 Why you need to do this: Actors understand how practice isn’t enough. That’s why they have dress rehearsals. Even the live TV show Saturday Night Live (SNL) has a dress rehearsal!

 Practicing your interviewing skills has been proven to enhance your chance of landing the job.

If you are already in the program, use the same link you used for any previous Tuesday session you attended this year.

New to the program? Registration is Required: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

For more information contact Denise Magnett: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

Should you have any questions about the above sessions, feel free to contact me.

Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

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Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions with Ed Lawrence