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Showing posts with label snett. Show all posts
Showing posts with label snett. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
FBRTC: Upcoming Events - first up - Trail walk, Thursday, Dec 27
Thursday, December 20, 2018
Volunteers Needed
The Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) is looking for help to direct and coordinate rail trail events and the further development of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT).
Be part of our volunteer, executive leadership team and make a difference in the communities of Franklin and Bellingham. The SNETT rail trail is a great asset for all ages and abilities in our communities and beyond. We need your help, apply today!
Apply online https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/1588343921265377/
Shared from Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinBellinghamSNETT/posts/2019791701446191
For more about the Rail Trail Committee visit them on the web
http://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/
Be part of our volunteer, executive leadership team and make a difference in the communities of Franklin and Bellingham. The SNETT rail trail is a great asset for all ages and abilities in our communities and beyond. We need your help, apply today!
Apply online https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/1588343921265377/
Volunteers Needed - Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee |
Shared from Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinBellinghamSNETT/posts/2019791701446191
For more about the Rail Trail Committee visit them on the web
http://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
FBRTC: Upcoming Events - a trail walk, annual meeting, and Fundraising
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Thursday, November 29, 2018
FBRTC: Walk the SNETT this Friday!
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Wednesday, September 19, 2018
“This is really the beginning of the operation”
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180919/franklins-snett-trail-entrance-gets-makeover
"Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) members and avid trail riders Bob Amrich and his wife Linda proudly pedaled past the new entrance to the Grove Street trail on Monday afternoon.
The most recent landscape makeover at the SNETT (Southern New England Trunk Trail) entrance on Grove Street includes new signs, a cobblestone entrance, and a crushed stone pathway surrounded by shrubs and flowers.
“It’s important for families in the area to have access to something that’s healthy,” Linda Amrich said. “It’s nice to have this family activity away from computers.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180919/franklins-snett-trail-entrance-gets-makeover
enhanced entrance to the SNETT trail on Grove St |
enhanced entrance to the SNETT trail on Grove St - another view |
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Photos from the SNETT trail clean up - Saturday, Apr 21
A group of volunteers gathered to walk along the SNETT and trim back the tree fall from the winter storms on Saturday. Some of the low spots were filled in and trash was picked up along the way.
My wife and I love walking the SNETT so this was a good way to help give back!
Haven't been to the SNETT yet?
Check it out. From the Grove St parking lot, it is about 2.5 miles round trip to Prospect St and back. Cross Prospect St and go to Center St in Bellingham and it is about 6 miles round trip.
For additional information on the SNETT visit the Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee page http://franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/
My wife and I love walking the SNETT so this was a good way to help give back!
trail head for the SNETT on Grove St |
puddle was shrunken as part of the work done Saturday |
the clean up crew |
The portion cut through the rocks |
puddle reflection |
the trail with bare trees |
Haven't been to the SNETT yet?
Check it out. From the Grove St parking lot, it is about 2.5 miles round trip to Prospect St and back. Cross Prospect St and go to Center St in Bellingham and it is about 6 miles round trip.
For additional information on the SNETT visit the Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee page http://franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/
Friday, January 26, 2018
FBRTC's January Fundraiser at Pour Richard's - Jan 28
The SNETT trail is one of the hidden gems in Franklin. Regular readers will recognize that I walk there frequently. I always find it amazing to stop and think about how the trail was built. The Franklin section is relatively flat. There is one section after Spring St where there was blasting done at some point to cut through a stone ridge. The cut was done many years ago and not like the pristine cuts we are familiar with along the major interstate highways.
The Bellingham section, between Prospect St and Center St is more amazing as you find yourself elevated well above the surrounding terrain. Stop and think about how they did that? That would have been done in the days of horse or donkey draw carts with hand tools, picks and shovels. That was a whole lot of earth to move to lay out the train line.
I don't forget those nameless workers as I walk and enjoy what they have prepared for us to enjoy years later. You can have an easier time helping the Rail Trail Committee continue its work to improve upon the existing trail conditions.
"Join us for our annual FUNdraiser at Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits on Sunday, January 28, 1-4 PM.
Tickets are $10/person.
Pour Richard's will be offering beer and wine tastings. We will have snacks, door prizes, and live entertainment by pianist Patrick Durkin (2-3 PM).
Come learn more about the trail and Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee.
All proceeds from the tickets are 100% donation to the FBRTC and Pour Richard's is donating portion of the proceeds from event sales. Stock up for the Super Bowl!"
Find the Rail Trail FUNdraising event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/1989907701294771/
town line marker as you return to Franklin from Bellingham |
a section of the Bellingham stretch, off to the left of this photo is where you really see the land drop off |
the section cut out of the rocks in Franklin can be wet as it is a low point but there is almost always a dry path on the side |
new sign for the trail entrance along Spring St in Franklin |
http://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/
Saturday, October 28, 2017
In the News: Berry costume drive success; planning rail trail connections to Boston
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171027/costume-drive-by-franklin-business-howling-success
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171027/initiative-to-close-trail-gaps-in-metrowest
"The children at Boston Children’s hospital are geared up with hundreds of costumes and accessories for this Halloween, thanks to a costume drive at Berry Insurance.
Berry was able to collect 300 costumes and accessories this year. Owner of Berry, Kaitlyn Pintarich, said that this is the business’ 11th and most successful year. In its 11-year-run, the business has collected more than 2,000 costumes, said Pintarich.
“For me, I have four children, all who have been seen at Children’s at some point or another,” she said. “The work that they do there is just incredible. To be able to put a little bit of normalcy into (the patients’) lives when this time could be very scary for them in the hospital, it’s something you just can’t pass up.”
In addition to the costumes, Berry also raised $1,400 in cash donations. The cash, she said, will be used to buy discount costumes after Halloween to keep the drive going. She also mentioned the business accepts donations all year round."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171027/costume-drive-by-franklin-business-howling-success
"If trail planner David Loutzenheiser had his way, an intrepid cyclist could jump on a bike in Milford and pedal safely to Boston on a network of greenways and rail trails.
“I’ve been spending the last five years or more mapping the trails throughout the region,” Loutzenheiser told a crowd of MetroWest trail enthusiasts Friday morning.
The ride to Boston will likely stay a dream a little longer, but, thanks to a new regional initiative, easy bicycle and foot travel through MetroWest is drawing closer to reality.
Loutzenheiser and dozens of local trail experts gathered under a pavilion in Ashland State Park Friday to kick off the MetroWest Landline Project. The initiative, orchestrated by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and MetroWest Regional Collaborative, looks to close seven trail gaps in the region. Loutzenheiser will act as the chief project coordinator."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171027/initiative-to-close-trail-gaps-in-metrowest
The SNETT in Franklin and Bellingham is not currently part of this plan |
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Enjoy a Pop up StoryWalk® on the SNETT Sunday - Sep 24
"Welcome to our Pop Up StoryWalk® on SNETT #2!
The featured book is: Amelia Bedelia Hits The Trail. It is level 1, beginning reading, but ALL are welcome to come enjoy the walk and read event.
The StoryWalk® will be located on the same side as the parking area. Stop by anytime between 10am and 4pm. Please note this event is WEATHER PERMITTING. There will be no staff for this event, just come anytime between 10am and 4pm and have fun reading and exploring.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson."
Enjoy a Pop up Story Walk on the SNETT Sunday - Sep 24 |
When: Sunday at 8 AM - 4 PM
Where: Lake Street Trailhead in Bellingham MA between Cross St and Claires Way
Follow updates on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/361738560905565/
Follow updates on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/361738560905565/
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
In the News: SNETT glimpse into past; Harvest Festival sign up now; FSPA open houses scheduled
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/bellingham-bike-ride-promotes-rail-trail
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/strongfranklin-downtown-partnership-announces-harvest-festival-strong
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/strongfranklin-school-for-performing-arts-announces-expansionstrong
"For Dave Barber, a trip on Franklin and Bellingham section of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail isn’t just a chance to exercise your legs, it’s an opportunity to glimpse into the past.
Barber, a member of the Blackstone River Bikeway Patrol, said he suggested the venue for a ride last Wednesday which was promoted through the Blackstone Heritage Corridor.
During the ride, Barber, a member of the Franklin-Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, pointed out sights along the trail that others might miss.
“There’s an area where Railroad Street used to cross the right of way,” he said. “The South Bellingham railroad station used to be there, and there was a trolley line as well.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/bellingham-bike-ride-promotes-rail-trail
SNETT in Franklin |
"Franklin Downtown Partnership’s 15th annual Harvest Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 14 on Main, East Central and West Central streets.
Plans for the festival are underway and booth space is filling up fast. Visitors will be treated to local entertainment, fall flavors from local restaurants, kid crafts and activities, shop specials, artwork and crafts by area artisans and information from community groups and vendors.
Organizers expect booth space for this event to sell out. Partnership members will receive a booth for free; non-members will be charged $125. Downtown businesses must send in an application to ensure storefront space. Booths are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/strongfranklin-downtown-partnership-announces-harvest-festival-strong
from the archives: a Harvest Festival Parking Sign from 2013 |
"Franklin School for the Performing Arts, 38 Main St., will expand this fall to assume the entire building of the Felix Cataldo Block in downtown Franklin.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
FSPA will host open houses from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 9, and from 4-8 p.m. Sept. 19 at the school.
The renovation will connect all areas of the existing FSPA facility and provide spacious new dance and music studios, and a first floor waiting area for students and families. The expansion will also create and house Intermission, a new downtown cafe available to the FSPA community and open to the public."
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170904/strongfranklin-school-for-performing-arts-announces-expansionstrong
FSPA will host open houses - Sep 9 and Sep 19 |
Thursday, August 24, 2017
StoryWalk® on the SNETT - Aug 25 - 9 AM
"Come read and walk on the local rail trail. Book(s) are suitable for ages 3 and up, but all are welcome! Participants will be entered into a drawing for a free book.
This is a pop up StoryWalk® that will only be available on Aug 25th between 9-11am.
There is a parking area near the kiosk on Center Street, the StoryWalk® will be across the street from parking.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
Thank you to the Bellingham Public Library for help with the book selections."
StoryWalk® on the SNETT - Aug 25 |
For updates, follow the Facebook event from the Rail Trail Committee
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