Rise Up will be at the Franklin Sculpture Park for a special Accessible Earth Day Event - April 19

Rise Up will be at the Franklin Sculpture Park this Saturday for a special Accessible Earth Day Event!!

Rise Up will be at the Franklin Sculpture Park

Date: Saturday, April 19th

Time: 10:00-11:00 AM

Location: Franklin Sculpture Park, off Panther Way (Next to the Police Station)

Event: (See attached graphic)

- Painting rocks for a sculpture that our very own Lauren Sanford will be creating for the park!!

- Cleaning up the park

- Socializing and having fun

- Co-hosted with Franklin Culture and Grieving Hearts (Lauren's non-profit)

Other Details: 

- Free

- There is a restroom in the Police Station

- There is a parking lot, or you can park along the street if you wish (There is one additional handicap parking spot off Edwards St)

- We will be gathered on the large "dock" area 

- There will be tables and chairs set up, with space for wheelchairs too

- The park has benches placed around the whole location (some with backs to them) and is lovely place for a stroll

- Dogs are allowed, if they are well trained - We will ask that any dogs that jump, continue barking, or are otherwise not in control take a break from the event. Please do not allow the dog to go up to people unless consent is given.

- See attached Map (below)  or interactive Google map ->   https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZKqYmHbuS3HrF7EP7

Hope to see you there!!

Franklin Sculpture Park

Love Garden Project - An Accessible Earth Day Community Initiative - April 19 at 10 AM

Love Garden Project - Apr 19 at 10 AM

"This initiative is led by Lauren Sanford, director of Grieving Hearts, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals through grief, in collaboration with Ali Rheaume, founder of Rise Up. Rise Up is a social hour that connects the community with individuals navigating life with disabilities and is a welcoming space to be yourself, relate with others, and have fun together. ⁠
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While the Love Garden is a space to express creativity and positivity, it will also serve as a space to honor peoples loved ones and serve as a reminder of the importance of community support, healing, and hope. The project invites participants to create art that reflects love, resilience, and self-expression while also offering a space for those processing grief."

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"A Mile for the Mind" fund raiser to benefit Brain Injury Association Saturday, March 22 at the Sculpture Park

via Hunter Schulz, Miss Blackstone Valley 2024

I met Hunter at Ali's "Look UP" gallery show

Hi! 

I'm hosting my fundraiser "A Mile for the Mind" benefiting the Brain Injury Association of America on Saturday March 22nd, 12-2 PM at the Franklin Sculpture Park (911 Panther Way Franklin, MA  02038 United States)! 

There will be raffles, snacks, prizes, and more 😊 

You can make a donation online ->   https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=biausa&id=321

Tri-County Carpentry students collaborate on Franklin art project

"Tri-County Carpentry students had a fantastic time teaming up with local artist Amy Adams for an incredible community project with Franklin Elementary School!  

Mrs. Adams reached out to our students to create wooden fish for the elementary students to paint and display at the Franklin Community Sculpture Park. Using their CAD/CAM skills and the CNC router, our students designed and crafted a variety of fish shapes from pine boards. After some meticulous sanding, the school of fish was ready to swim over to Mrs. Adams.  

Tri-County Carpentry students collaborate on Franklin art project

Mrs. Adams, a passionate artist dedicated to her community, has been collaborating with Franklin Elementary students for years. This project was a wonderful opportunity to bring people together and inspire creativity. 

Our Tri-County Carpentry students are so proud to have been a part of this amazing initiative. Well done, Dylan Fairchild, Jackson Kullich, Austin LeBlanc, and Gideon Vazquez! 

#TriCountyCarpentry #CommunityProject #FranklinElementary #WorkHardTodayCounts"

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Franklin Arts, Culture & the Creative Economy

Call for artists & More!

Dear Franklin Community, As I celebrate my first year as Director of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, I am deeply grateful for your support and enthusiasm. Together, we have strengthened connections among local businesses, artists, and residents, fostering a dynamic network that sustains and inspires cultural activity. Our collective efforts have not only enriched Franklin's cultural landscape but also contributed to economic growth, creating a thriving community where creativity and collaboration flourish. Click here to review our 2024 year together in the arts and cultural scene. I look forward to building on this momentum in the years ahead! -Cory Shea, Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy Up next for FranklinMA250 Programs - Click here. Call for Artists | Franklin Sculpture Park click the headers below to learn more. About the Sculpture Park Currently on View Descriptions Partnership with Wheaton College Accessibility   The Franklin Sculpture Park Fairy House Exhibit is dedicated to fostering environmental awareness and strengthening community connections through public art. This exhibit invites participants of all ages to create and enjoy fairy houses crafted from eco-friendly materials, celebrating both creativity and environmental respect. Dates to Note March 22nd - Deadline for participation sign up April - Drop off Pieces at the Park [Dept, will contact via email date/times. May - October - On exhibit. November - Exhibition closes. Sign Up Here   By making art accessible and free to everyone, we aim to inspire a shared appreciation for nature, encourage sustainable practices, and build a welcoming community space where imagination and conservation come together.   Learn More about the Park   Franklin Community Calls for Artists & Other Creative Opportunities Franklin Art Association 1st Annual Fakes and Forgeries Exhibit. No Entry fee, open to all ages. Presented at the Franklin Historical Museum June 7 - June 22.  Registration deadline of May 23rd.  Have questions? Email the Franklin Art Association at faasecretary@gmail.com.  Artist Professional Development Suggestions Artist Lab: 2024 Tax Preparation for Artists and Creative Entrepreneurs Free Tax Course Other Calls for Artists New Bedford Art Museum Town of Franklin Franklin Culture District | 355 East Central Street | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Student Public Art Installation scheduled for June 11 at 5 PM

Student Public Art

 

 

"Please come out to welcome the student public art installation. They all have spent months creating, cutting and painting the fish.

We would love your support to thank them for beautifying our town and learning the value of art in public spaces."

 

Call for art at the Franklin Sculpture Park

"Calling all artists! 

Submit your sculpture proposals by June 1st for a chance to be part of this immersive outdoor exhibition. Whether you work with metal, stone, wood, or innovative materials, we want to see your vision come to life in our park.

Don’t miss this chance to share your art with the community! 

Link in bio for submission detailsLink in bio for submission details. #CallForArtists #SculpturePark #OutdoorArt #ArtOpportunity #DeadlineJune1

To submit proposal -> https://franklinma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1080/record-types/6632

Call for art at the Franklin Sculpture Park

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What's happening Saturday, April 27, 2024?

Saturday, April 27

9:00am - DEA Medication "take back" day (SAFE Coalition)

9:00am - Earth Day - Clean Up (Beaver Pond)

9:00am - Stephen Green First Lego League Explore Showcase (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am - Celebrate Earth Day (DelCarte Open Space)

10:00am - Roll, Stroll, Seed (Sculpture Park)

10:30am - Rough Sleepers Community Discussion (Franklin Public Library)

10:30am - Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals: A Stuffed Animal Storytime (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm - Silent Saturdays: "Ravished Armenia" (Franklin Historical Museum)

7:00pm - South Street Six (La Cantina Winery)

7:30pm - Electric Youth & Future Shock (THE BLACK BOX)

8:00pm - Garnet Rogers (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse)

What's happening Saturday, April 27, 2024?

Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Seed, Stroll, & Roll - April 27 at 10 AM

Seed, Stroll, & Roll - April 27 at 10 AM

Good morning!

Our accessible Earth Day event is on for Saturday, yay!!!

We really hope to see you there if you're up for it, both for your own enjoyment, and also to show the town how beneficial the efforts are to have accessible, inclusive events  

It's 10-11 AM at the Franklin Sculpture Park on Panther Way (next to the Police Station).

There is handicap parking in the main lot next to the station, as well as a couple additional spots off Edwards St (there will be signs).

The Franklin PD have a restroom we can use.

Originally scheduled for April 20 and rescheduled for April 27

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/04/seed-stroll-roll-on-earth-day-april-20.html

Earth day events in Franklin POSTPONED to Saturday - Apr 27

Saturday, April 27 from 9 AM to noon

Given the prediction of a 100% chance of rain tomorrow and winds ranging from 10-15 MPH, we've made the decision to reschedule Franklin Earth Day to the following Saturday, April 27th, starting at 9 AM. 

We invite you to join us next weekend for the vital task of tidying up our parks, playgrounds, and Town-owned properties, which are in need of a thorough spring clean. We'll kick off the event with coffee and bagels during registration, and the first 100 registrants will receive complimentary tee shirts. The Department of Public Works will provide saplings for planting. 

The clean up event will be held on Saturday, April 20 at Beaver Pond at 9 AM - 12 PM with the clean up of nearly 40 areas across Town.  Meet at Beaver Pond at 9 AM and pick up your bags/gloves and maps.  

First 100 participants will receive an Earth Day t-shirt.  DPW will be giving away tree samplings, coffee, and bagels. 

• Earth Day Map 
• Earth Day clean up rule

Earth day events in Franklin POSTPONED to Saturday - Apr 27

https://www.franklinma.gov/recreation-department/news/earth-day-2024

 Saturday, April 20 from 10 to 11 AM

Saturday's earth day events have been postponed due to anticipated weather - new dates/times TBD, likely next Sat but waiting for confirmation.

Rise Up will still take place, but at our regular location of the Franklin United Methodist Church, 10-11 AM

Join our community for an accessible earth day event! Seed, Stroll, & Roll along the paved pathway around the Franklin Sculpture Park.

Spreading wildflower seeds and artfully decorating a recycled canvas tote.

This event is free and open to the public.  Seed, Stroll, & Roll is weather permitting, please check our social media channels the day of for updates:

• https://www.instagram.com/franklinculture/
• https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation
• https://alirheaume.com/rise-up
• https://www.franklinma.gov/recreation-department

Brought to you by your Franklin community members: Rise up, Franklin Recreation, Conservation & "Arts, Culture the Creative Economy" Departments.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C5gGFc-L96X/

 Saturday, April 27 from 10 to Noon

An event for children and families. Join the conservation Commission, Dept of Public Works, Department of Conservation, Recreation, Friends of Franklin Conservation, Agricultural Commission, Energize Franklin, and others to celebrate our shared earth.

(service hours validated for trash clean up and seeding) 

Location: DelCarte Open Space 

• Woods walk & historical talk 10:30a
• Native bee cocoon harvest demo
• Plant native seeds for turtles
• And bees
• Sign up for compost bins & rain barrels  
• Learn about wildlife, ecology, climate

Earth day events in Franklin

https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/news/come-celebrate-earth-day-conservation-saturday-april-27-10am-12pm