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Thursday, May 2, 2024
9th Annual Empty Bowls Tickets on Sale for the Dinner scheduled for May 23
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Reminder: Silent Auction Fundraiser for Ukraine & Sunflower of Peace ends May 21
The Silent Auction ends on May 21.
DON'T miss your chance to own one of these inspiring paintings (by artist E.Rebrina) AND help innocent people of Ukraine at the same time! 100% of the proceeds will benefit Sunflower Of Peace (www.sunflowerofpeace.com)
To see detailed photos and videos of the paintings, go to Instagram: e.rebrina.art
Sunflowers symbolize endurance, hope and unity |
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Silent Auction Fundraiser for Ukraine & Sunflower of Peace
"Having family in Ukraine, this fundraiser is very close to my heart. I want to help innocent people in any way I can, that's why I created these 2 paintings as my artistic contribution to the cause! I named them "Hope" and "Believe", because I really believe in my heart that PEACE is the answer and I hope to make a difference…", Elena says.
Sunflowers symbolize endurance, hope and unity. In the light of recent events sunflowers became a symbol of peace for Ukraine.
Sunflowers symbolize endurance, hope and unity |
Friday, May 6, 2022
Spring Fling Online Auction starts May 8, closes May 18
- Bidding begins Sunday, May 8 at 11 AM
- Bidding ends Wednesday May 18 at 8 PM
Bidders can begin viewing items at https://www.32auctions.com/ffc2022 or by going to franklinfederated.org and clicking on the 32auctions link
Download a copy of the flyer -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jwGCsgfLAUW-KVT-TYGhNivobx9Mu1tW/view?usp=sharing
Spring Fling Online Auction starts May 8, closes May 18 |
Monday, June 21, 2021
Empty Bowls Silent Auction closes out at 10 PM Monday, June 21
"What's still happening? The Empty Bowls Silent Auction & an opportunity to donate to the Franklin Food Pantry.
Let's do this Franklin!! "
@FHS_EmptyBowls @FranklinFoodPan @FranklinHS @GreaterBoston
Empty Bowls Silent Auction closes out at 10 PM Monday, June 21 |
What’s still happening? The EB Silent Auction & an opportunity to donate to the Franklin Food Pantry. Let’s do this Franklin!! @FHS_EmptyBowls @FranklinFoodPan @FranklinHS @GreaterBoston https://t.co/3tOjQiAyUr pic.twitter.com/iY7LxvFMuW
— Brenna M. Johnson (@johnsonb_ms) June 18, 2021
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Franklin Food Pantry News - June 2021
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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Update: Empty Bowls virtual auction ends -> June 21, 2021 at 10 PM
If you haven't got a bid in for one or more of the fabulous ceramic works of art, please make the time to do so.
"Good news! We are extending the deadline for the Empty Bowls auction until Monday, June 21 !!!!!! Get your bids in and don't miss your chance to own a one of a kind ceramic piece AND help The Pantry! "
Come bid on these one of a kind hand-made items. #emptybowls |
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Empty Bowls silent/virtual auction ends June 21, 2021 at 10 PM
Come bid on these one of a kind hand-made items. #emptybowls |
Saturday, June 12, 2021
FM #561 - Inside Empty Bowls 2021 - 06/08/21
FM #561 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 561 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with members of the FHS Empty Bowls Club. Brenna Johnson, FHS ceramics teacher and club advisor. The students introduce themselves: Sydney Brady, Emma Owens, and Lauren Wilson.
We had our conversation via virtual conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period. We talk about the nature of this event and making bowls for it. We find out that raku is a special clay firing process.
The silent auction website link is included in the show notes. Be sure to register before you start bidding. You can also visit the page to make a donation to the Franklin Food Pantry Audio file -> https://player.captivate.fm/episode/cb0066da-0566-4864-af6f-d248fb5696f9
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Empty Bowls page -> https://sites.google.com/view/emptybowls6/home
Food Pantry page-> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/
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Picked up my Empty Bowl and happened to meet Emily and Abby on the way out of FHS. They had collaborated to make it! |
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
"Go For The Green!" Online Silent Auction - opens March 7
Big Fundraising News!!
The "Go for the Green" Online Auction
Is coming in March
Welcome to our exciting virtual fundraiser!
More information to follow before March 7. For updates check out franklinfederated.org
Saturday, April 18, 2020
FM #247 Doug McPherson HMEA Virtual IncredABLE 5K
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Doug McPherson, Vice-President of Development and Public Relations for Horace Mann Education Association (HMEA). We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
In our first conversation, Doug and I talked about the preparation for the HMEA’s IncredABLE 5K scheduled for May 17, 2020. Alas, in this pandemic period, the road race, community walk, and family fun field day has been converted to a virtual event. Virtual? Yes, we talk about how you can run your 5K on a certified 5K course and send your results in to HEMA to count.
Our conversation includes the other elements of the virtual event still to occur on May 17, but all virtual, not on the fields at Dell/EMC.
The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Doug https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HVMrv2m7
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https://www.hmea.org/incredable-5k/
We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
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/
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"
FM #247 Doug McPherson HMEA Virtual IncredABLE 5K |
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Encore Music Education Foundation Event - Dec 17
The Encore Music Education Foundation, Inc.'s Music for the Win Benefit Program will be hosted on December 17th, 2017. The evening will feature appetizers, a sit down dinner, and dessert. It will also feature performances from Encore Music Academy's students, faculty, and recording ensemble, the EnHarmonix.
During the event there will be raffle tickets sold for multiple raffle items on site, as well as $20 tickets for the chance to win $2,500 in cash. We will also be hosting an online and in-person Silent Auction which includes over 40 exciting items! 100% of the proceeds from this event benefit students of music through providing funds for merit-based scholarships and needs-based subsidies.
Tickets can be bought online, where you can register for the auction as well. Come join us for an evening filled with music, community, and fun!
Encore Music Education Foundation Event - Dec 17 |
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5
A Silent Auction will run from 6:00 – 7:00 PM followed by a live auction beginning at 7:15 PM. Appetizers and desserts will be served throughout the evening.
The auction will feature a wide variety of holiday items made by Franklin Garden Club members, as well as other donated articles. Items will include beautiful live flower and evergreen arrangements, holiday decorations, baked goods, and other types of home and garden items.
“The auction is a wonderful way to jump start your holiday decorating and purchase gifts for friends and family,” noted Janice Cederquist and Mary Anne Dean, co-presidents of the Garden Club.
All proceeds from the auction help to support the Club’s community activities, which include the awarding of a scholarship to a graduating high school student, the distribution of pine tree seedlings to Franklin first graders to mark Arbor Day, and maintenance of the Franklin Town Common Garden in partnership with the Town.
The Franklin Garden Club, founded in 1987, is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.
Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5 |
Friday, March 3, 2017
Best Buddies Online Silent Auction – Opens Friday, March 3rd
Online bidding opens on Friday, March 3, 2017 and will close on Friday, March 17, 2017.
Please support our auction by bidding and sharing our auction information with your friends. Items include:
- Julian Edelman Signed NFL Football
- Red Sox Tickets
- Bose SoundTouch10 Wireless Music System
- Sage Salon Mini Luxury Package
- A Week at Tomorrow’s Stars Basketball Camp (Dean College)
- Golf for 4 at Maplegate Country Club
- Restaurants and much more!
To bid go to https://www.32auctions.com/GT4KT2017
Best Buddies Online Silent Auction – Opens Friday, March 3rd |
Best Buddies International is a non-profit organization that provides friendship and integrated employment opportunities to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Best Buddies has a number of active chapters serving students enrolled in the Franklin Public Schools.
Special thanks to all our 2017 donors!
Friday, February 24, 2017
Yankee Quilters Guild - Silent Auction and Supplies Sale - March 14
Come browse a wide selection of sewing supplies geared for quilters, embroiderers and sewers of all interests. Beautiful threads, fabric, patterns, rulers, quilt kits, books will delight every piece maker, whether a beginner or advanced.
The silent auction will be closed at 8:00 p.m. and followed by a brief business meeting.
Yankee Quilters is a nonprofit organization with members from a wide area. New members and guests are welcome at all meetings. The first meeting, including the March 14th event, is always free for first-time visitors or guests.
For more information, email yankeequilters11@gmail.com or visit Yankee Quilters on Facebook.
Facebook image for Yankee Quilters Guild |
Yankee Quilters is a 501-c-3 charitable organization which supports the education of its members in the traditional craft of quilting and provides comfort quilts to patients at local cancer treatment centers and in hospice care. The guild is supported by generous donations from local quilt shops, local quilters and members.