Discover Dean Difference scheduled for Sep 30

Experience the Dean Difference in action at our Discover Dean Saturday, September 30! 

Our open house will give you the opportunity to explore campus, connect with faculty and learn more about the admissions process, academic programs, student life, financial aid and more!  

Learn more and register: www.dean.edu/ddd

Meant for potential students and parents/guardians, but good to know that while Franklin is showcasing all it offers with the Harvest Festival, Dean gets to help add to the crowd, and showcase how it does what it does at the same time!

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Discover Dean Difference scheduled for Sep 30

Davis Thayer Reuse Cmte sets 2 dates for open house to walk through; Fri Oct 20, & Sat, Oct 21

The Davis Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee met as scheduled on Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023. The Franklin TV video is available for replay ->    https://www.youtube.com/live/b6POeFNCeYs?si=vSbWKaVhzb2OzTZZ

Quick recap:

• Recreation could use the space, would likely not need all of it. Concerned about the expense of renovation for the facility. Are outgrowing their Beaver St location and could use more space. Possible to combine with some arts and recreation usage 
• Police not really interested in building or location (land). Per their initial and unofficial planning, the land is short of what they estimate (only 3.8 via 5 acres), and as has been revealed the building would require significant structural renovation to be used for a station. Much discussion and insights revealed around the comparison of police & fire use of their facilities. Police Building committee on their path to do a Request for a Proposal (RFP) for an Owner Project Manager (OPM), get an architect and start confirming the requirements, etc. Per state building process, the OPM is critical and really "owns' the process of determining the outcomes (coordinating with the Town and committee of course).
• Housing uses were briefly touched upon. While arts & cultural uses were mentioned, no one spoke to this during the session.
• Much discussion around the clean out to prepare for the open house/walk through and insistence of some to make some of the stuff (i.e. mostly junk) available for "the community" to go and pick if they want. Still to be worked out. The dates for the walk through were set as Friday, Oct 20 from 2 to 5 PM and Saturday, Oct 21 from 10 to 2 PM

My notes can be found in one PDF ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1toTaUI2wiQmrV5HjFYirEieRPpCnFavC/view?usp=drive_link

Little Music School open house - Weds, Aug 23, 2023

Join us Wednesday for FSPA’s Little Music School OPEN HOUSE!

Individual appointments available for a complimentary introduction to this unique children’s music program.

Ages 18 months to 5 years, Call FSPA 508-528-8668 to schedule a time for you and your child!

Director: Kim Rezendes  email at -> krezendes@fspaonline.com

“This program helped my daughter learn to follow directions, interact with her peers, and have FUN – all while learning music!”

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Little Music School open house - Weds, Aug 23, 2023

FSPA Open House schedule for July, August & September

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold Open Houses for prospective families:

FSPA Open House

• July 24, 10 AM - 7 PM
• August 8, 10 AM - 7 PM
• August 23, 10 AM - 7 PM
• September 9, 10 AM - 4 PM 

Prospective families are invited to tour the facility, meet the faculty, and learn more about FSPA’s programming in music, dance, and drama for serious or recreational study!

Follow this link to Instagram to view a brief video ->   https://www.instagram.com/reel/CurxuahgGla/

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) schedules Open House dates for July, Aug, Sep 2023

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold Open House in summer and early fall 2023 for prospective students and families at 38 Main Street. 

The community is invited to tour the facilities, observe classes, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs in music, dance, and drama, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study. 

The upcoming 2023 Open House dates 

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) schedules Open House dates for July, Aug, Sep 2023

Listen to 38 minutes on 38 Main St, as Raye Lynn Mercer talks about how FSPA developed and evolved over the years ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/09/raye-lynn-mercer-shares-some-stories-of.html

Visit FSPA online -> https://www.fspaonline.com/

 

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Family Support Center Open House - Saturday, June 17 - 9 AM to 3 PM

"Walk through these doors and you will never be alone"

 

We've been busy the last few weeks finalizing the opening of our Family Support Center! The Family Support Center aims to provide a safe and supportive space for family members who have loved ones that are impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. At the Family Support Center, we understand how isolating the disease of addiction can be and we deeply value peer support through our shared lived experience. 

Join us for our Family Support Center Open House!

We are so excited to share the world of family support with all of you! Join us:

Saturday, June 17 from 9 AM - 3 PM

- Meet others with similar lived experience

- Meet and greet with SAFE Staff and Family Support Center Volunteers

- Learn about codependency and the principals of Family Recovery

- Learn about available support including

          - peer to peer

          - grief and trauma counseling

          - section 35 support

- Explore available support groups including:

         - Families' Anonymous

         - Sibling Support

         - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

- Hear about plans for our future including:

          - speaker series

          - wellness workshops

          - group outings and more

- Narcan training 

- Food, Drink, and Fellowship!

Where is the SAFE Coalition?

SAFE Coalition
31 Hayward St., Unit 2c
Franklin, MA 02038-0434
774 847 9474
http://www.safecoalitionma.org

Family Support Center Open House - Saturday, June 17 - 9 AM to 3 PM

Tri-County RVTHS Athletics: Cougar Community Night - June 12 from 6 to 7 PM

Tri-County RVTHS Athletics (@TriRvths) tweeted on Mon, Jun 05, 2023:

Tri-County RVTHS Athletics: Cougar Community Night - June 12 from 6 to 7 PM

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Tri-County RVTHS Athletics: Cougar Community Night - June 12 from 6 to 7 PM

LAUNCHING! Family Support Center by SAFE Coalition

"Walk through these doors and you will never be alone" We've been busy the last few weeks finalizing the opening of our Family Support Center! The Family Support Center aims to provide a safe and supportive space for family members who have loved ones that are impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. At the Family Support Center, we understand how isolating the disease of addiction can be and we deeply value peer support through our shared lived experience.  Join us for our Family Support Center Open House! We are so excited to share the world of family support with all of you! Join us: Saturday, June 17th from 9am - 3pm!   - Meet others with similar lived experience! - Meet and greet with SAFE Staff and Family Support Center Volunteers! - Learn about codependency and the principals of Family Recovery! - Learn about available support including:           - peer to peer           - grief and trauma counseling           - section 35 support - Explore available support groups including:          - Families' Anonymous          - Sibling Support          - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren - Hear about plans for our future including:           - speaker series           - wellness workshops           - group outings and more - Narcan training  - Food, Drink, and Fellowship! So Far This Year... We have held 105 family support groups beginning January 1st! Narcan Distribution: 48  SAFE Coalition and Families Anonymous Meetings in 2023: 18    Diapers donated: 5,120   Our Contact Information SAFE Coalition 31 Hayward St., Unit 2c Franklin, MA 02038-0434 774 847 9474 http://www.safecoalitionma.org

Reminder: Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Ribbon Cutting - March 25 - 11 AM

On March 25 at 11 AM, residents of Franklin and Bellingham will gather for an exciting event – the ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly resurfaced section of the Southern New England Rail Trail (SNETT). This project has been a long time in the making, and the community is eager to celebrate the completion of this important infrastructure upgrade.

Additional info -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/franklin-bellingham-rail-trail-ribbon.html

Reminder: Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Ribbon Cutting - March 25 - 11 AM

You're invited to the SAFE Coalition Open House! - Thursday, March 23 from 3 to 8 PM

48 hours and counting!   YOU are invited to join us in celebrating our open house! Our SAFE Staff is excited to share all about the work they do and the groundbreaking programs they have curated.   Wondering where in the mills we are located? Balloons, signs, and volunteers will be here to guide your way to the office!   The evening will include: Live music by guitarist Jon Bonner Warm conversation by those SAFE has supported  Display of programs provided to all our community partners Floral decor provided by Only Prettier Designs Delicious appetizers provided by the Eagle Brook Saloon Hot and Iced coffee and tea provided by Starbucks Photography my Paul Vicario   We look forward to seeing all of you!   Warmly,   Jennifer Knight-Levine CEO, co-founder SAFE Coalition Our Contact Information SAFE Coalition 31 Hayward St., Unit 2c Franklin, MA 02038-0434 774 847 9474 http://www.safecoalitionma.org Donate Here!

You're invited: SAFE Open House! March 23 from 3 to 8 PM

You're invited: SAFE Open House! March 23 from 3 to 8 PM Hey there!   The time has come and we are thrilled to invite you to the grand opening of our new Franklin location!   You are invited to join us in celebrating our open house! Our SAFE Staff are excited to share all about the work they do and the groundbreaking programs they have curated.    The evening will include: Live music by guitarist Jon Bonner Warm conversation by those SAFE has supported  Display of programs provided to all our community partners Floral décor provided by Only Prettier Designs Delicious appetizers provided by the Eagle Brook Saloon Hot and Iced coffee and tea provided by Starbucks   We look forward to seeing all of you!   Warmly,   Jennifer Knight-Levine CEO, co-founder SAFE Coalition Our Contact Information SAFE Coalition 31 Hayward St., Unit 2c Franklin, MA 02038-0434 774 847 9474 http://www.safecoalitionma.org    Donate Here!

The SAFE Coalition schedules an Open House for their new location in Franklin - Mar 23 from 3 to 8 PM

"THE TIME TO OPEN OUR DOORS HAS COME!

We are so excited to invite the community to see our new space in Franklin! 

We hope you see you on March 23!"

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31 Hayward St, #2C

Franklin, MA 02038

The SAFE Coalition schedules an Open House for their new location in Franklin - Mar 23 from 3 to 8 PM

Downtown Preschool Open House scheduled for March 1, 2023

We're having an Open House! - Please spread the word! https://www.downtownpreschool.org/

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Downtown Preschool Open House scheduled for March 1, 2023

Talking about the importance of art with Amy Saltamacchia - 01/26/23 (audio)

FM #931 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 931 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation at the Creative Corner Art Studio with owner Amy Saltamacchia. We talk about the role of art in daily life and in particular in this post pandemic time as we all find a new normal.

The audio recording runs 25 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Amy

Audio file ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-931-creative-corner-art-studio-01-26-23

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Creative Corner Art Studio web page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/ 

Registration page -> https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com/elementaryclasses 

Find Create Corner on Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087442720678 

Follow them on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/creativecornerartstudio/ 

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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"

Talking about the importance of art with Amy Saltamacchia - 01/26/23 (audio)

Early Childhood Development Center New Student Open House - Jan 13, 2023

Are you looking for a preschool program for your child? Do you live in Franklin? Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2023?

Parents and children are invited to join us at Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 9 AM - 11 AM for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

If you are unable to attend the Open House, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour by emailing flanaganla@franklinps.net or by calling us at 508-541-8166.

Please note: tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students. Access our event details here: https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/92086

Applications for the 23-24 school year at the ECDC are available here: https://www.franklinps.net/.../23-24_new_student..

Address

F.X O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC)

224 Oak Street

Franklin, MA 02038

Shared from the FPS page -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/92086

Early Childhood Development Center New Student Open House - Jan 13, 2023

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House - January 13, 2023

• Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?
• Do you live in Franklin?
• Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2023?

Parents and children are invited to join us at ECDC for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program! 

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour:  Email:  flanaganla@franklinps.net      Phone: 508-541-8166

Tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students. 

Applications for the 2023-2024 school year are available on the ECDC Website (https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc). 

Applications can also be picked up at the Franklin Superintendent’s office and at ECDC.

The Early Childhood Development Center - https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House - January 13, 2023

Middle School Students Welcomed at Tri-County Open House - Saturday, Nov 5 - registration required

We are excited to announce our Annual Open House on Saturday, November 5, 2022.

The Tri-County Open House is an excellent time for middle school students to get hands-on experience in our career programs. Students will have an opportunity to ask questions of current students and work on an interactive project.

Middle School students and their families are invited to tour both academic and vocational classrooms while visiting the campus. Learn about our award-winning academics, sports, extra-curriculars, and what makes Tri-County unique.

We’ll be serving some delicious refreshments, and you’ll have a chance to win cool prizes! 

Registration Required -> https://tri-county.us/openhouse/

Middle School Students Welcomed at Tri-County Open House - Saturday, Nov 5

Franklin Fire Dept schedules Open House & Touch-a-truck for Saturday, Oct 29

The @Franklin_fire_department will host their annual Open House on October 29th, 2022 from 10am - 2pm at the 40 West Central St. Headquarters! Explore our firetrucks and meet Sparky the fire dog. Feel free to wear your Halloween costumes and trick or treat around the station!

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Fire Dept schedules Open House & Touch-a-truck for Saturday, Oct 29

Franklin Fire Dept schedules open house for Saturday, Oct 29 - 10 AM to 2 PM

Franklin Fire (@FranklinMAfire) tweeted on Sun, Oct 16, 2022:

Come join us at our open house on October 29th from 10 AM - 2 PM 

https://t.co/wSGMTnth0f

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Franklin Fire Dept schedules open house for Saturday, Oct 29 - 10 AM to 2 PM