Helping kids navigate the online world: welcome to Youville

Helping kids navigate the online world: welcome to Youville By Jim Kreidler If the young people in your life spend lots of time online — watching videos, playing games and texting friends — do they have the skills to question and evaluate what they find there?  The FTC's new educational materials and classroom-based tools could help. Whether you're an educator, parent, or youth group leader, head over to Youville and start exploring. Read more ->   https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/11/helping-kids-navigate-online-world-welcome-youville? Video link ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfAGecNijS8 Check out Youville at: https://www.ftc.gov/youville

Lifelong Music Academy offers a variety of music lessons

Lifelong Music Academy

via Lifelong Community Learning 

 

"We offer one-on-one, affordable lessons from professional musicians—available at Franklin High School! 

Go to bit.ly/3T28FUw to learn more."

 

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Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance at La Cantina April 24, 2024

"Get ready to spice up your night!  

Join us on April 24 for an thrilling Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance! 

Let’s kick off the evening with some smooth moves from 7:00-7:30, then groove the night away with our vibrant social dance party. 

Secure your dance class spot now for just $15 and let’s dance the night away!"

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Salsa Bachata Class and Social Dance at La Cantina April 24, 2024

Lifelong Learning: Group Music lessons starting soon, register now

"The Lifelong Music Academy group music classes start in 2 weeks! Plus, private lesson registration is ongoing throughout the school year. Go to https://t.co/MrVn95RMSW to learn more.

#fpslifelong #fpslifelongmusic

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Lifelong Learning: Group Music lessons starting soon, register now

2023-2024 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! for Lifelong Music Academy

LIFELONG MUSIC ACADEMY

2023-2024 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Lifelong Music Academy's after-school music classes are now available for registration!  Please click a program name for more information, calendars, and how to register.

• The Band School of Franklin:  For students in grades 4 through 9.  Tuesday afternoons at Horace Mann Middle School starting September 26, 2023.

• The String School of Franklin:  For students in grades 3 through 12.  Wednesday afternoons at Horace Mann Middle School starting September 27, 2023.

• Elementary Glee:  For students in grades 3, 4 and 5.  Thursday afternoons at Horace Mann Middle School starting September 28, 2023.  

• Private Music Lessons:  For all ages.  Monday through Thursday at Franklin High School from September 2023 through May 2024.  Schedule varies by instrument.  Enrollment is ongoing throughout the school year.  Instruction is offered in the following instruments: Bass (acoustic/string bass or electric bass guitar), Cello, Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Guitar (Acoustic, Electric), Low Brass (baritone, euphonium, trombone, tuba), Saxophone, Trumpet, Ukulele, Violin, and Viola. 

2023-2024 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! for Lifelong Music Academy

LIFELONG MUSIC ACADEMY: Private Music Lessons Available for All Ages!

Whether you are a nervous beginner, a confident high schooler, or a seasoned adult musician, our talented instructors can help you achieve your musical goals!  Lessons are offered Monday through Thursday at Franklin High School. 

Schedule varies by instrument.  Enrollment is ongoing throughout the school year. 

Openings are available in the following instruments: Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Guitar (acoustic, electric), Low Brass (baritone, euphonium, trombone, tuba), Saxophone, Trumpet, Viola, Violin.

Select Private Music Lessons for more information.

Private Music Lessons Available for All Ages!

TUNE IT OUT Guitar Classes Resume on Tuesday, January 11, 2022

TUNE IT OUT Guitar Classes Resume on 

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

All veterans are invited. No guitar experience is needed!

Guitars will be provided to those who are interested in lessons but don't have a guitar.  Call the Veterans' Services Office at (508) 613-1315 to sign-up

Shared from Town of Franklin -> https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/tune-it-out-guitar-classes-resume-tuesday-january-11-2022

** This had been scheduled for 5:30 - 6:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center. The notice of the resumption doesn't share the time so when you call the Veterans 'Services Office you can confirm.

TUNE IT OUT Guitar Classes Resume on Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve at Franklin United Methodist Church

"Join the Franklin United Methodist Church for a traditional service of Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve, December 24, at 11pm. This service will include scripture, song, and communion.

This service will occur in-person in-the-sanctuary, in-person virtually using Google Meet, and live-streamed via YouTube. All are welcome.

NOTE: All persons, regardless of vaccination status, must wear a mask over their mouth and nose upon entering our facility."

For more information including the remote participation links, please visit their Facebook event -> https://www.facebook.com/events/681459016316186

Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve at Franklin United Methodist Church

Winter 2022 Art Classes Starting Soon

Winter Watercolor PLUS

10 week class - $115

Find your 'me' time and immerse yourself in your own creations! Beginning watercolorists will learn the basics while more experienced watercolorists can enhance their skill and style at their level of watercolor. - Beginning Monday, January 10

The Art of Acrylic Painting

10 week class - $115

Just starting to paint? Or are you looking to continue to develop your painting skills? Well, this class is for you. Learn different painting techniques with acrylic paints using a toothbrush, cards, & more. - Beginning Wednesday, January 12

Hand Built Pottery

Two-Night Workshop - $65

Always wanted to try pottery, but couldn't find the time? Here's your chance! Spend two evenings molding and glazing clay into unique ceramic creations using hands-on techniques. NOTE: Fee includes materials, glazing and kiln fee.  - Beginning Tuesday, April 5

For more class options & additional details visit:  www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

Winter 2022 Art Classes Starting Soon

Learn how to find an "Easy Walk" with a free online class

"Getting outdoors is not just for those who can climb mountains. Finding Easy Walks, that is, not too many roots or rocks, relatively level, with something of interest along the way can offer great joy, regardless of our mobility or lack thereof. Come join us to get encouragement to be more active, learn some simple steps to make yourself safer outside, and much much more.

About the Leader: Marjorie Turner Hollman is a personal historian who loves the outdoors and has completed four Easy Walking guide books including her newest book Finding Easy Walks Wherever You Are. A native Floridian, she came north for college and snow! A freelance writer, she has appeared on Boston’s WCVB Channel 5 TV news magazine show, Chronicle, the Boston Globe, local radio and cable TV shows, and been published in local, regional, and national publications."

Sign up for the class here ->  https://www.getsetup.io/classes/interest-group-finding-easy-walks-wherever-you-are/zhPagx-7k

Each class is scheduled for an hour and Free!

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You can listen to my interview with Marjorie Turner Hollman in September 2020

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/09/fm-342-easy-walks-with-marjorie-turner.html

Learn how to find an "Easy Walk" with a free online class

Register Now: Wine Labels - Truth & Lies - Nov. 30

Offered in partnership with Franklin Liquors

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Wine Labels - Truth & Lies REGISTER NOW Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This class will explain all the truths and lies on a wine label. Knowing this information will help you get more value for your money when shopping for wines. After this event buying wine will never be the same! Note: Participants must be at least 21 years of age Cost: $30 November 30 7:00-8:30 PM Workshop held at: Franklin Liquors 363 East Central St Franklin, MA Franklin Liquors' Mark Lenzi, will be your guide For more class options & additional details: Click here www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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Lifelong Learning: Fall 2021 Art Classes Starting Soon

Watercolor, & Acrylics For Your Creative Senses

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Join a supportive community of fellow artists and artisans while developing and improving your skills. All classes are held at Franklin High School REGISTER NOW Fall Watercolor PLUS 10 week class - $115 Find your 'me' time and immerse yourself in your own creations! Beginning watercolorists will learn the basics while more experienced watercolorists can enhance their skill and style at their level of watercolor. Beginning Monday, September 20 The Art of Acrylic Painting 10 week class - $115 Just starting to paint? Or are you looking to continue to develop your painting skills? Well, this class is for you. Learn different painting techniques with acrylic paints using a toothbrush, cards, & more. Beginning Wednesday, September 22 For more class options & additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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Franklin Area Mom's "Lessons for Littles" (video)

"How do you navigate conversations with your young children about topics such as race, diversity, inclusion, and equity? 

Watch as jamele adams (educator, poet, and activist), Dr. Ashley Cameron (licensed child and adult psychologist), Julie Parsons (Executive Director of the Cambridge-Ellis School and veteran kindergarten teacher), Sofie Chouinard (local high school student), and Mia Story (local high school student) discuss the importance of having race-related conversations with young children, and when and how to have these conversations. The discussion is moderated by Franklin Town Councilor Cobi Frongillo. 

This event was sponsored by Franklin Area Moms (www.franklinareamoms.com) and Franklin Area Against Racism (FAAR). Video by Franklin TV."

Direct link to video on YouTube ->  https://youtu.be/7bx3nLfeYS4

Direct link to Franklin Area Mom's page with speaker profiles, and additional resources

https://franklinareamoms.wordpress.com/home-2/lessons-for-littles/

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Franklin Area Mom's "Lessons for Littles" - Jun 6, 2021

Veterans - "Tune It Out" guitar lessons underway and you can still join!

The "Tune It Out" guitar lessons program has officially started!

Music instructor Jamie Barrett is giving introductory lessons to Veterans on Tuesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center.

Guitars will be provided to those who are interested in lessons but don't have a guitar.  Call the Veterans' Services Office at (508) 613-1315 to sign-up.

Left to right: Jamie Barrett, instructor, veterans Matt Linahan, David Kast and Scott Halet

Shared from the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/tune-it-out-guitar-program-update

Encore Music Updates: Changes for Fall 2021

Changes in rates, Fall registration procedure, and announcing a new partnership!

View this email in your browser July 12, 2021   Dear Valued Encore Families:   We hope you all had a wonderful July 4th weekend despite the weather, and we are happy to be welcoming many of you back as we proceed with our Summer Session!    We are writing with some very important updates:   RATES ARE CHANGING   Periodically, we have found it necessary to increase our lesson and class pricing in keeping with the economy, and we endeavor to do this no more than once every two years or so. This year after COVID, we will be adjusting pricing beginning with Fall Registration on Monday, July 19 at noon via phone. This will be a 5% increase on average, but please check with the front office at time of registration to learn your instructor's new rate. This rate increase will not affect summer lessons at all, but will be in effect for all Fall registrants.   REGISTRATION FORMS   When you call to register, you will be emailed a registration form that will need to be filled out immediately upon receipt and sent back to the front office at:   encoremusicacademy1@gmail.com   Your chosen lesson time will be held for 24 hours and is predicated upon receipt of registration form AND payment. If both are not received in that 24-hour period, the lesson time will be released into the pool once again.    Please be sure to read all information on the registration form, as it contains all of our policies and procedures, and sign it.   The annual registration fee of $30 will be assessed at time of registration.     IN-PERSON OR ONLINE Beginning with our Fall Registration on Monday, July 19 at noon via phone, you will have the opportunity to choose how you would like your student to attend lessons. The world and times are changing, and we want to be in step. We will be back in-person at 3 Bent Street beginning the Tuesday after Labor Day, and all students are welcome back. We understand, however, that some may wish to remain online, so when registering, please let the office know if you are registering for online lessons or for in-person lessons. We intend to offer both options on a permanent basis.   SCHEDULING AND MAKE-UPS   All scheduling and make-ups will continue to be handled via email or phone on a permanent basis. If you need to reschedule, please contact the front office at (508) 533-7700, ext. 101, or email us at:                          encoremusicacademy1@gmail.com INSTRUMENT RENTALS AND PURCHASES Encore is thrilled to announce our partnership with The Music Wagon, LLC, to provide our students and students in the surrounding areas the opportunity to rent or purchase instruments at Encore! Options for rental, rent to own, and outright purchase are available and all you need to do is visit our website and click on the rentals link or call us at (508) 533-7700, Ext. 101. Additionally, you can scan this QR code and it will take you directly to our rental page. If you are heading back to school and need a band instrument, a string instrument, or a keyboard or guitar, we've got you covered! And, best of all, if you can't come to us, we'll bring your instrument to you!   REFERRAL PROGRAM   Encore has, since we opened our doors in 2012, offered a referral program to our current families. Refer a student to us, and when that student registers and remains for a minimum of one month, the referring family will receive a free lesson. Please be sure to let the registering student know to mention your name when they register so that you may receive credit.    As always, we are grateful to all of you for your continued support of Encore and our mission. We wish you all a very happy and fun-filled summer, and look forward to seeing each and every one of you in September - it's been way too long!!   Warmest regards,   Lisa and Pat Copyright © 2021 Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 3 Bent St Franklin, MA 02038 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list