Showing posts with label newcomers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label newcomers. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club: Brenda Reed - Nov 8

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club will meet on Wednesday, November 8. We are pleased to host as our speaker, Brenda Reed, currently the Director for Lifelong Community Learning in Franklin. Reed is a former chief executive for the New England Press Association, a former public servant – both elected and appointed – a former founder and co-owner of a successful weekly newspaper, and a former Attleboro mayor and School Committee member.

In those positions Reed has been at the intersection of public policy and business management. She understands the crucial importance of good organization, setting priorities, feasible strategies, attention to detail, the need to collaborate successfully with staff team members, volunteers, and the public.

She will be speaking about the Lifelong Community Learning programs and the opportunities for partnership. Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute and is dedicated to providing quality learning experiences for residents in the Town of Franklin and surrounding communities.

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 our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club: Brenda Reed - Nov 8
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club: Brenda Reed - Nov 8

Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Franklin Newcomers Meeting to explore the Salem Witch Trials - Oct 11

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club will meet on Wednesday, October 11th. Their speaker for the evening will be Theresa Gillis McDougall. She'll talk about the history of the Salem Witch Trials and its victims, covering the social origins, trials and aftermath. Boston's much overlooked connections and deep involvement in the trials of 1692 will also be explored.

They 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.  

They meet upstairs at 7:30 PM on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Their meetings run September through May. Additionally, they hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit their website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


image from Franklin Newcomers webpage
image from Franklin Newcomers webpage

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Franklin Newcomers Meeting to explore the Salem Witch Trials - Oct 11

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club will meet on Wednesday, October 11th. Their speaker for the evening will be Theresa Gillis McDougall. She'll talk about the history of the Salem Witch Trials and its victims, covering the social origins, trials and aftermath. Boston's much overlooked connections and deep involvement in the trials of 1692 will also be explored.

They 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.  

They meet upstairs at 7:30 PM on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Their meetings run September through May. Additionally, they hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit their website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


image from Franklin Newcomers webpage
image from Franklin Newcomers webpage

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting - Sep 13

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off the 2017/2018 season at our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, September 13 we welcome you to join us. We have planned some fun social games; so come have fun and make some connections in your community.

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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. 

 We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub/
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub/

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club meets Sep 13

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off the 2017/2018 season at our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, September 13 we welcome you to join us. We have planned some fun social games; so come have fun and make some connections in your community.

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 our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Newcomers and Friends: We're Back! - Meeting Sep 13
Newcomers and Friends: We're Back! - Meeting Sep 13

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Newcomers and Friends: We're Back! - Meeting Sep 13

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off the 2017/2018 season at our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, September 13 we welcome you to join us. We have planned some fun social games; so come have fun and make some connections in your community.

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 our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.

Newcomers and Friends: We're Back! - Meeting Sep 13
Newcomers and Friends: We're Back! - Meeting Sep 13

Monday, May 15, 2017

Reporting by Walking Around - Saturday, May 13

After spending most of the week out of Franklin on business, my Saturday morning walk got me caught up on some of what was happening or had happened while I was away. 

Join me as I walk downtown and then out Pleasant St to DelCarte. Starting with some close up photos of the new Horace Mann statue. 

Horace Mann 1
Horace Mann 1

Horace Mann 2
Horace Mann 2

Horace Mann 3
Horace Mann 3

Horace Mann 4
Horace Mann 4
I am impressed by the level of detail shown in the statue. The coat has texture and folds just like a real coat. Amazing work!

the exterior stonework is being applied to the Library addition
the exterior stonework is being applied to the Library addition
mystery dinner theater event coming to Franklin Federated June 10
mystery dinner theater event coming to Franklin Federated June 10
volunteers from the Franklin Garden Club were hard at work on the grounds  at the Town Common with help from some of the Newcomers Club
volunteers from the Franklin Garden Club were hard at work on the grounds
at the Town Common with help from some of the Newcomers Club
new pavement on a section of Pleasant St was completed during the week
new pavement on a section of Pleasant St was completed during the week
the reinstalled playground at DelCarte is open as of Saturday,  so when the rain decides to end it can be used again
the reinstalled playground at DelCarte is open as of Saturday,
so when the rain decides to end it can be used again
while we have been getting a lot of rain, the water level at DelCarte is still way below normal
while we have been getting a lot of rain, the water level at DelCarte is still way below normal

Friday, April 28, 2017

Felicia Oti tells the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club what's new at the Library - May 10

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, May 10 we are hosting a Guest Speaker. Franklin Library Director Felicia Oti will join us to talk about the exciting changes happening with our library. It will be an opportunity to hear about the plans for the new space, resources and programming as well as ask questions or offer suggestions. Please join us!

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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Felicia Oti tells the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club what new at the Library - May 10
Felicia Oti tells the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club what new at the Library - May 10

Monday, March 13, 2017

Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club Meeting Update - March 15


Franklin School Committee Vice Chair Dr. Anne Bergen will be speaking at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club on Wednesday, March 15th. She is joining Town Administrator Jeff Nutting and Deputy Administrator Jamie Hellen. 

Come hear updates and have your questions answered about our Public Schools and our Town. We welcome you to join us at 7:30 pm at "3" Restaurant. Appetizers and beverages will be served.


Previous meeting notification
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, March 15th our Town Administrator, Jeff Nutting, will be filling us in on all that is happening in our town. Deputy Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen, will be joining him. 
Typically, we meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We adjusted this month's schedule to accommodate our guest speakers. 
Additionally, in order for us to participate in the 20th Annual Franklin Education Foundation Trivia Bee, we need to cancel our April Meeting. Our members will be cheering on our team at the event on Wednesday, April 12th at 6:00pm in the Horace Mann Auditorium at 224 Oak Street. It is a town-wide event open to the public. We'll resume our monthly meetings in May.

Our meetings are open to Members and Prospective Members! Non-residents in towns that do not have a Newcomers Club are welcome to join us. 
Come 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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club

Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - March and April Meeting Changes

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, March 15th our Town Administrator, Jeff Nutting, will be filling us in on all that is happening in our town. Deputy Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen, will be joining him.

Typically, we meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We adjusted this month's schedule to accommodate our guest speakers.

Additionally, in order for us to participate in the 20th Annual Franklin Education Foundation Trivia Bee, we need to cancel our April Meeting. Our members will be cheering on our team at the event on Wednesday, April 12th at 6:00pm in the Horace Mann Auditorium at 224 Oak Street. It is a town-wide event open to the public. We'll resume our monthly meetings in May.

Our meetings are open to Members and Prospective Members! Non-residents in towns that do not have a Newcomers Club are welcome to join us.

Come 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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Feb 8 - Game night

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, February 8th we are hosting a game night. No speaker is planned . . . just a night for everyone to socialize, have fun and make connections.

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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Reminder: Two speakers about walks in future and walks today


Just a reminder that The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club next event is this Wednesday, January 11. We are hosting two local speakers; local Author and Community Volunteer Alan Earls will update us on the Charles River Meadowlands. He will talk about the over 500 acres of open space that make this one of the great land preservation and management opportunities in our region. 

Also, local Author and Historian Marjorie Turner Hollman will introduce us to a treasure trove of outdoor recreational opportunities in our area. She has authored books highlighting easy walks and hikes in our locale. She will share her knowledge of hidden gems in our area waiting to be explored.

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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.

even in the snow, the woods are lovely at DelCarte
even in the snow, the woods are lovely at DelCarte

Related post


  • 2nd edition of Easy Walks with links to three easy walks in Franklin

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/08/2nd-edition-of-easy-walks-in-ma-now.html

Monday, January 2, 2017

Franklin Newcomers: January 11 - Earls and Hollman on Outdoor Activities

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, January 11th we are pleased to host two speakers. 

  • Local Author and Community Volunteer Alan Earls will update us on the Charles River Meadowlands. He will talk about the over 500 acres of open space that make this one of the great land preservation and management opportunities in our region. 
  • Also, local Author and Historian Marjorie Turner Hollman will introduce us to a treasure trove of outdoor recreational opportunities in our area. She has authored books highlighting easy walks and hikes in our locale. She will share her knowledge of hidden gems in our area waiting to be explored.



clouds on the surface at DelCarte
clouds on the surface at DelCarte

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 7:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run our meetings September through May. Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

For more information, please visit our website www.franklinnewcomers.com or our Facebook page, Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.


Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club


Additional info on the Charles River Meadowlands can be found online
http://www.charlesrivermeadowlands.org/

Additional info on Marjorie can be found on her webpage
https://marjorieturner.com/

Sunday, November 27, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends: Annual Yankee Swap Party - Dec 14

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, December 14th we are having our Annual Yankee Swap Party. Even if this is your first time joining us, you're welcome to participate, or just come and socialize. If you choose to participate in the swap, bring a new and wrapped gift valued between $15 and $20.

Additionally, we have an optional cookie swap at this event and we collect donations for the Santa Foundation. If you want more information about participating, go to www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends/ and use the link on the left hand side of the page to contact us.

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.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club 43rd Annual Craft Fair - Nov 5

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club 43rd Annual Craft Fair is THIS SATURDAY! 9:00 am until 3:00 pm, at the Tri-County Regional Vocational High School in Franklin.

Our craft fair is a tradition for the Town of Franklin and several local charities benefit from the funds raised by this annual event. Admission is $3, children 12 and under are free, with a maximum charge of $10 per family. 

Start your holiday shopping and pick up some unique handmade gifts! We have over 70 artisan crafters making a variety of products - holiday items, clothing and accessories, home decor, jewelry, art, candles, specialty food, handbags, stained and painted glass, ceramics, soaps, and more. Many are from Franklin and surrounding towns, so this is a perfect "shop local" event!

We are also accepting donations of non-perishable items for the Franklin Food Pantry. Donations may be dropped off at the entrance. In addition to food, items especially needed are shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant and hand soap. Please be sure to check expiration dates as the Food Pantry can not accept expired items.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club 43rd Annual Craft Fair - Nov 5
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club 43rd Annual Craft Fair - Nov 5

For more information and a listing of participating crafters (available later this week), please see our facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersCraftFair/

Monday, October 17, 2016

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club: meeting and craft fair scheduled

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to our next monthly meeting. On Wednesday, November 9th we are hosting Susan Nicholl, Executive Director of the MetroWest Visitors Bureau.

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.
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club
Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club

CRAFT FAIR ANNOUNCEMENT


The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is proud to announce our upcoming 43rd Annual Franklin Newcomers and Friends Craft Fair is coming up. It will be held on Saturday, November 5, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm, at the Tri-County Regional Vocational High School in Franklin. 

Our craft fair is a tradition for the Town of Franklin and several local charities benefit from the funds raised by this annual event. Admission is $3, children are free. We are accepting donations of non-perishable items for the Franklin Food Pantry. Donations may be dropped off at the entrance.

For more information visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

Friday, October 7, 2016

Newcomers Meeting = October 12

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to join us on Wednesday, October 12th 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  https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub/

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and  charitable organization for residents of Franklin
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and 
charitable organization for residents of Franklin

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Reminder: 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

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