Check out the new edition of the School Committee Newsletter !!!

Franklin School Committee’s newsletter is available now! 

Learn about the arrival/departure improvements, Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) Legacy, and more... 

Read more & share your feedback: https://5il.co/3qnxv

Franklin First Newsletter - volume 12 released - 09/21/25

Town of Franklin Administration has released the latest volume of Franklin First!

To read the latest volume, click here: https://t.co/ipLhIRhUh2 

or directly here -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/7017/Franklin-First-Newsletter-Volume-12---September-19-2025

Franklin First Newsletter - volume 12 released - 09/21/25

Alarm Robotics: STEM activities to share as of September 19 2025

Alarm Robotics: STEM activities to share as of September 19 2025

Dear readers,

We are excited to share these STEM activities and updates with you!

Alarm Robotics

Alarm Robotics Engineering in a Nutshell Workshop series - Community Libraries of Providence

ALARM Robotics is hosting a series of Engineering in a Nutshell Workshops at the Wanskuck Library  in Providence, Ri. The workshops will introduce core engineering and robotics concepts through hands-on activities. Registration required

Introduction To Website Building | Richards Memorial Library

Students in grades 6 to 8 can join a beginner-friendly, 5-week course in which students learn how to make websites. Starting Wednesday October 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, the workshop will be hosted at Richards Memorial Library. Students will learn HTML and CSS, and will build their own websites from scratch. Laptops are required. The final session will include a parent showcase of student projects.

Robot Coding Club | Richards Memorial Library

On Thursday, October 9, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, students ages 7 to 12 can work in small groups to solve new coding challenges with Dash Robots at Richards Memorial Library. This monthly club encourages problem-solving and teamwork. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

STEM4WARD PYTHON Course

STEM4WARD will be hosting a FREE online 10 week Python workshop on Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm starting Sept. 19th. Students in grades 4 to 12 are welcome. Register here.

SCRATCH Coding Series for kids | Plainville Public Library

Beginning Saturday, October 11, from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, students in grades 4 to 8 can attend an 8 week Scratch coding series at Plainville Public Library. They will create interactive stories, games, and animations. Each class builds on the previous one. Participants must bring their own laptops.

3D Printing After School | Attleboro Area Industrial Museum

On Monday, September 29, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, students with prior 3D printing experience can use the #D printers at Attleboro Area Industrial Museum to work on personal projects. An instructor will be available to provide minimal support. The event is "donate what you can" with a suggested amount of $10.

Robotics meets Archaeology: Expedition to RISD Museum

On Sunday, September 21,12:30 PM, FLL Challenge teams can explore archaeology during a robotics-themed field trip to the RISD Museum in Providence. Entry is $10 per participant. General museum admission is free on Sundays (does not include admission to the event).

AI in Journalism | Community Libraries of Providence

Community Libraries of Providence will host a program on how artificial intelligence is transforming journalism. The session will explore AI's opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations. The event is on October 7 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Rochambeau Library.

Demystifying AI: A Friendly Introduction for Everyday Life | Richards Memorial Library

Richards Memorial Library will offer a beginner-friendly talk introducing artificial intelligence and its everyday uses. The session will help attendees understand key concepts and practical applications. Registration is required. The event is on Wednesday, October 1 from 6:00 to 7:15 PM

Intro to Programming and Electronics with Circuit Playground | Watertown Free Public Library

Watertown Public Library will run a hands-on workshop introducing programming and electronics using Circuit Playground boards. Participants will learn coding basics and build interactive projects. The event is on Monday, October 2nd from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

Coding Class for Kids for grades K-5 | Ashland Public Library

Ashland Public Library will host a beginner coding class for students in grades K to 5. The program will introduce foundational programming concepts through fun and age-appropriate activities. The program will take place on Saturday, September 27 from 12:15 to 1:15 PM.

Keep Building,

Alarm Robotics

alarmrobotixs2079@gmail.com

kids CAN change the world…

Authored by Vansh Mookim and Isaac Sokolic

Get insights on the special events at the Franklin Public Library for Sep 2025 with Mitzi (audio)

FM #1503 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1503 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion on Monday, August 25, 2025 in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the month

• Closed on Sundays due to budget reduction

• Closed September 1 for Labor Day

• Book sale weekend September 19 & 20

• A new program “Community Song Circle” on Sep 10 & Sep 24

• Library events for September 2025

• Family events

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Teens

• Adults

Registration for those events required should be done through the Town website, Library page. There are nefarious folks trying to convince folks otherwise via Facebook. Be safe, use the official Town and Library pages.

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended.

The recording runs about 23 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1503-franklin-public-library-sep-2025-highlights-08-25-25/

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Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/233/Franklin-Public-Library 

Library event calendar -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events 

September Library newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=77 

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

Get insights on the special events at the Franklin
Public Library for Sep 2025 with Mitzi (audio)

Franklin School Committee Newsletter

The newest edition of the Franklin School Committee newsletter is available to read

https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/5995200/20250828_-_Franklin_School_Committee_Newsletter_-_August_28__2025.pdf

Franklin School Committee Newsletter

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 10 for Franklin, MA

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 10 for Franklin, MA

The Town Administration Office has launched new volume of our newsletter, Franklin First! 

Read the latest volume of Franklin First -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6661/Franklin-First-Newsletter-Volume-10---August-22-2025

Sign up for notifications -> https://www.franklinma.gov/list.aspx

Did you see / read the SAFE Coalition July 2025 Newsletter ??

Missed it in your inbox? Our July Newsletter is available to read online!

Catch up ➡️ link -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/newsletters

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/DNloesANUTq/

State Rep Jeff Roy Newsletter Provides Updates on Recent Activities

State Rep Jeff Roy writes:

"We did a print edition of this month's newsletter which you can see in the images below. This month we cover recess, our Commonwealth heroines, the budget, and a host of other issues for Franklin and Medway. "

State Rep Jeff Roy Newsletter Provides Updates on Recent Activities

You can find this -> https://mailchi.mp/18205f20a259/march-2021-newsletter-10611322

You can subscribe to get your own copy of the newsletter -> https://jeffreyroy.com/newsletter/

The most recent Franklin First (volume 9) is ready

You can read the one page newsletter here ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6522/Franklin-First-Newsletter-Volume-9---August-8-2025?bidId=

The most recent Franklin First (volume 9) is ready

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance: Join us for our next meeting August 7 at 6:30 PM

Note: This was shortened for publication here. View the full set of content  -> https://clt1481579.benchurl.com/c/v?e=1A297F5&c=169B6B&t=0&l=8D3B5715

We are meeting at Franklin TV

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance In this newsletter we include an invitation to our next meeting and community events, including our next book club discussion, and include more opportunities to get involved.   Want more information or need to contact us? Visit our website here! You Are Invited To Our August Monthly Meeting!   When: August 7th at 6:30pm   Where: Meet at the gazebo outside Franklin TV (we will be meeting inside if it is raining)   What: Join us for some rock painting! Want to donate to the Franklin LGBTQ Alliance?  Click HERE to find our Givebutter! If you are not on our email list, sign up to receive future emails with this form.

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 8

Franklin First Newsletter - Volume 8 The Town Administration Office has launched new volume of our newsletter, Franklin First!  Click to read the latest volume of Franklin First. Click here to sign up for notifications.

Ariel previews the August activity highlights for the Senior Center (audio)

FM #1481 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1481 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Ariel Doggett, Programming & Volunteer Coordinator of the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

 

We talk about 

• All the key event highlights for August

• Possible Great Gatsby themed future event(s)

The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter. 

The recording runs about 40 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1481-franklin-senior-ctr-august-2025-highlights-07-16-25/

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Franklin Senior Center page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging 

August 2025 newsletter -> Link to be added when available

The newsletter archive page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/585/Connection-Newsletter 

Senior Center calendar view (just FSC events) -> https://franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false 

Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945

 

My Active Center -> https://myactivecenter.com/ 

The Great Gatsby was published in April 1925. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Gatsby 

The rewrite as a whodunit is Beautiful Little Fools by Jillian Cantor https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56922665-beautiful-little-fools 

Ariel previews the August activity highlights for the Senior Center (audio)

  

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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. 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 it!

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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"