Franklin TV: The SAFE Gala (video)

A Heartfelt Night to Remember.

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 05/11/2025

The SAFE Coalition is a judgement–free community organization relentlessly committed to educating and supporting those affected by substance use disorder and mental health concerns all across southeastern Massachusetts.

On Thursday evening Franklin.TV covered their Gala event live on cable channels Comcast 6, Verizon 26, and streaming on YouTube.

This is how We Amplify the Public Good. Congrats to SAFE for a great evening

And – as always –

Thank you for watching. 

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.

And staying informed at Franklin●news

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

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, May 8, 2025 ???

Library & Senior Center events

Thursday, May 8

FHS Lacrosse Boosters Fundraiser

5:00pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)

 

5:30pm 3rd Annual SAFE Gala (SOLD OUT, silent auction still open)(Lakeview Pavilion)

 

7:00pm The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood (Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School)

 

7:30pm Musical Bingo (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

 

Pole Petition Hearing Agenda - 90 East Central Street

May 8, 2025    Time: 12:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05082025-1716

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)

May 8, 2025     Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05082025-1695

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

The SAFE Gala Auction is going digital so that anyone, anywhere can participate

The SAFE Gala Auction is going digital
so that anyone, anywhere can participate

This year, the SAFE Gala Auction is going digital so that anyone, anywhere can participate and make a difference by bidding on items in our silent auction! 

 

Start bidding now: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/safegala/items/

Not attending the gala? That's okay! You will just need to register for the auction by following these simple steps:

1. Go to the “Purchase Tickets” page

2. Select the “Silent Auction Access” package

3. Complete registration

4. Select “Set up Bidding”

5. Follow prompts Start bidding!

#safegala25 #makeadifference #onlineauction #massachusetts

 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, April 26, 2025 ???

Saturday, April 26

9:00am Ladybug Trail Spring Walk (Franklin, MA )

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Drug Take Back Day (multiple locations) SAFE Coalition

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free) 

10:00am Favorite Poem Reading (Franklin Public Library)

11:00am Disability Expo (Franklin Senior Center)

11:00am Drug Take Back Day (Wrentham Town Hall)

1:00pm Bacchus Buster (Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions)

1:00pm Spring Carnival (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Dance Company (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:00pm Michael Rivelis (free concert) (Franklin United Methodist Church)

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

SAFE After Dark features the Zajac Brothers - Saturday, June 7

Get ready for a night of unforgettable live music at SAFE Café After Dark! 

 

Join us Saturday, June 7 for a free concert featuring the incredible Zajac Brothers Band — a 6-piece powerhouse known for their modern vintage sound and high-energy performances. From soulful jams to re-imagined classics, these guys know how to light up the stage!

 

Doors open at 6:30 PM

Reserve your spot now: tinyurl.com/safezajac

 

SAFE Café After Dark - providing a safe, sober space for music, art, conversation, and connection. 

 

Send questions to Jim Derick at jderick@safecoalitionma.org

 

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SAFE After Dark features the Zajac Brothers - Saturday, June 7

Chavelyn & Emma talk about the evolution of the services provded by SAFE Coalition (audio)

FM #1430 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1430 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Chavelyn Santana, Director of Collaborative Care and Emma Kelley, Director of Adolescent Wellness for the SAFE Coalition. We recorded this conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studio Thursday, April 10, 2025. 

We cover the following in our wide ranging conversation

• Their individual road to SAFE

• The organization around three approaches 

• Adolescent wellness

• Family recovery

• Collaborative care

• Listening as key to growth of services to 55 communities

• The 90 day support plan

• The Gala as a fundraising event, May 8

The recording runs about 49 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1430-safe-coalition-services-04-10-25/

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Chavelyn & Emma talk about
the evolution of the services

Link to SAFE Coalition -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/ 

Purchase tickets to the SAFE Gala May 8 -> https://secure.qgiv.com/event/safegala/ 

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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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Register NOW: SAFE / Hockomock YMCA 3rd Annual Charity Pickleball Tournament scheduled for May 17

SAFE / Hockomock YMCA 3rd Annual Charity Pickleball

Registration is open for the SAFE / Hockomock YMCA 3rd Annual Charity Pickleball Tournament! 

Sign up today -- your registration supports youth scholarships, summer camp, mental health and recovery services, and more for families across Franklin and beyond. 

Registration link ->   https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/3rd-annual-hockomock-y-safe-coalition-charity-pickleball-tournament-1

Saturday, May 17, at Franklin YMCA

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You have 5 locations to help with "Drug take back day" - Saturday, Apr 26

Mark your calendars! 

"Drug take back day"  - Saturday, Apr 26

On Saturday, April 26, SAFE will have drive-thru prescription drug disposal stations in Foxborough, Franklin, Medway, Norfolk, and Wrentham

💊 Safely dispose of tabs/pills, lotions, patches, and liquids.

9 – 11 AM
- Foxborough Council on Aging (75 Central St)
- SAFE Office - Franklin (31 Hayward St)
- Medway Town Hall (155 Village St)
- Norfolk Police Department (14 Sharon Ave)

11 AM – 1 PM 
- Wrentham Town Hall (79 South St.)

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wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - Franklin Public Radio

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It ia available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, March 25, 2025 - Franklin Public Radio

Tuesday

SAFE Radio – Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines - An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday

Save the date! Drug takeback day scheduled for Saturday, Apr 26

Drug takeback day scheduled for Saturday, Apr 26

Save the date! 

On Saturday, April 26, SAFE will have prescription drug disposal stations in Foxborough, Franklin, Medway, Norfolk, and Wrentham.

💊 Safely dispose of tabs/pills, lotions, patches, and liquids.

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