St. Mary's Church - former Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot 201 Main Street Franklin, MA
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Drills, Digital Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.• $10 each for Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Small Household Appliances• $15 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Small Microwaves• $20 each for CRT Computer Monitors, TVs up to 24,” Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Propane Tanks (Empty), Range-Top/Large Microwaves• $25 each for TVs between 25” and 31,” Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks• $30 each for TVs between 32” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers• $35 each for TVs over 36”• $40 each for Projection TVs• NO CHARGE (Cash Donation Recommended): Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries Keyboards, Tablets.
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| Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM |
St. Mary's Church - former Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot 201 Main Street Franklin, MA
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Drills, Digital Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.• $10 each for Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Small Household Appliances• $15 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Small Microwaves• $20 each for CRT Computer Monitors, TVs up to 24,” Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Propane Tanks (Empty), Range-Top/Large Microwaves• $25 each for TVs between 25” and 31,” Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks• $30 each for TVs between 32” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers• $35 each for TVs over 36”• $40 each for Projection TVs• NO CHARGE (Cash Donation Recommended): Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries Keyboards, Tablets.
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| Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM |
"After some more comments from Kelly and questions and comments from commissioners, the chair, Mary Olsson, asked for and received a motion to close the hearing. She then asked for a motion to approve the demolition. The motion was duly made and seconded and each commissioner, including the chair then voted and all voted no.That vote sets the clock ticking on a one year delay, after which, the Archdiocese will be free to bulldoze the site if it hasn't found another alternative to demolition in the meantime."
"Sadly the only power we have is to delay the demolition of a building for one year. In that time we hope that the owner would come up with some alternative to bulldozing the building.
After the one year, they can do as they please. In the case of the carriage house, because of it's historic significance and certainly it's uniqueness, there will be some effort to save the building one way or another.
But you are correct, it's 'no' for now, but eventually 'yes' if they so choose.
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| view from Queen St |
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| view from Queen St & Pleasant St corner |
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| view to main entrance (Pleasant St behind the building) |
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| view of parking lot side of building |
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| view from parking lot & Pleasant St corner of building |
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Mar 8, 2023 |
Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council 1847St Mary’s Parish c/o Michael Swan38 Madison AveFranklin MA 02038
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| Attention High School Seniors: Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program 2023 |
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Mar 8, 2023 |
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| Christmas Trivia Night scheduled for St Mary's, Tuesday, Dec 6 |
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you?
The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 5th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale. Our famous bakery (same as last year) is the family owned Mann’s Orchards and Bakery. The flavors will be - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and our new Burgundy.
These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. The price will be $16.00 per Pie. As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will go to the Franklin Senior Center and the Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.
This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale or on Facebook…… KnightsofColumbusCouncil1847. You will find a link to order and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 14. We will also be taking Pie orders in person over two weekends this year November 5, 6 and November 12-13, after all the Masses at St Mary Franklin. We will be set up in the back of the Church to take your Pie orders.
Cash, Check, or Credit Card will be accepted. On line orders are Credit Card only.
You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Day Pies on Tuesday, November 22, from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's Franklin Parish School (previously the Charter School) on the 1st floor. You will see our Signs.
We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors.
Please support this most worthy cause, enjoy them on your dinner table as well as help a senior and people in need to make their Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Mann’s Orchard.
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back”...
Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 Franklin, MA 02038
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| 5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin |
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you?
The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 5th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale. Our famous bakery (same as last year) is the family owned Mann’s Orchards and Bakery. The flavors will be - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and our new Burgundy.
These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. The price will be $16.00 per Pie. As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will go to the Franklin Senior Center and the Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.
This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale or on Facebook…… KnightsofColumbusCouncil1847. You will find a link to order and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 14. We will also be taking Pie orders in person over two weekends this year November 5, 6 and November 12-13, after all the Masses at St Mary Franklin. We will be set up in the back of the Church to take your Pie orders.
Cash, Check, or Credit Card will be accepted. On line orders are Credit Card only.
You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Day Pies on Tuesday, November 22, from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's Franklin Parish School (previously the Charter School) on the 1st floor. You will see our Signs.
We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors.
Please support this most worthy cause, enjoy them on your dinner table as well as help a senior and people in need to make their Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Mann’s Orchard.
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back”...
Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 Franklin, MA 02038
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| 5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin |
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Oct 12 |
Blessing for the Walk will be at 9:00 AM on the Town Common, registration at 8:00 AM Participants can Collect donations and Walk with us or donate online at https://www.fopwalk.org/eventlisting/eventdetail/?eventid=2750
All money raised stays in Franklin, to assist anyone in need of help. Put your feeling of compassion into action.
St. Mary's St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor Walk
The St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation group is please to announce that we will be viewing the Symbolon series: "The Catholic Faith Explained" by Dr. Edward Sri. This series from the Augustine Institute consists of ten videos on a variety of topics. We will view one 1/2 hour video each session and allow time for discussion and sharing.
Our meetings will be via Zoom and are on a new night - the second Wednesday of the month from 7 - 8 pm.
Please visit our web page (https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/womens-faith-formation) for further information and to access the Zoom link.
All women are welcome to attend!
The first meeting of this new series is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct 12.
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Oct 12 |
The St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation group is please to announce that we will be viewing the Symbolon series: "The Catholic Faith Explained" by Dr. Edward Sri. This series from the Augustine Institute consists of ten videos on a variety of topics. We will view one 1/2 hour video each session and allow time for discussion and sharing.
Our meetings will be via Zoom and are on a new night - the second Wednesday of the month from 7 - 8 pm. Please visit our web page (https://www.stmarysfranklin.
All women are welcome to attend!
The first meeting of this new series is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct 12.
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - Oct 12 |
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| St. Mary's St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor Walk |
SVdP Annual Fundraiser
October 15, 2022
Friends of the Poor Walk
Blessing for the Walk will be at 9:00 AM on the Town Common, registration at 8:00 AM Participants can Collect donations and Walk with us or donate online at https://www.fopwalk.org/eventlisting/eventdetail/?eventid=2750
All money raised stays in Franklin, to assist anyone in need of help. Put your feeling of compassion into action.
It is so hard to believe that it is already time to register for Religious Education again. Despite the pandemic, the year did go by fast. We sure hope that all of you are continuing to stay safe and healthy.
We have decided to follow a "hybrid" model again for the year 2022/2023. This model is based on the Religious Education model called "Domestic Church". We help and support you as parents as you directly help your children grow in our faith. Hopefully, by your teaching, daily actions and example, and by your participation at Sunday Mass, your children learn "The Ways of Our Faith" which you promised as parents at your children's Baptism so many years ago.
The plan is actually straight forward and easy to follow. Students will complete the book assignments at home and submit them periodically as they did this past year. In addition, we will rotate each grade level into the building for enrichment and review classes and the ability for the kids to all be together with us. We are able to offer more in-person classes this year.
Registration will begin today (July 13) and end on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at midnight. As in the past, you are able to register 24/7 using the link and you can make your payment online as well. As always, if you are experiencing financial difficulties, please contact me.
I am also hoping that some of you would be willing to join the Religious Education Team this year. This will be an exciting and creative year to join. You will be part of a Team which will be provided more than enough materials etc. We have lots and lots of great kids here and you would enjoy it more than you think.
Sharing your faith is a very special and wonderful commitment. If this is something that you are interested in doing, please contact me and we can chat.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call me. Thanks and enjoy your summer.
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| St Mary Parish: Religious Education Registration Information 2022/2023 |
Physician Assisted Suicide presentation St Mary’s Parish Hall in Franklin on Wednesday May 11th 7:00-8:00 PM.
Mr. Jim Driscoll, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Catholic Conference of the Archdiocese of Boston, will be presenting the Catholic perspective regarding physician assisted suicide. Jim will be accompanied by Ms. Tahni Morell. who will share a personal family story.
Please join us and bring a friend to 1 Church Square, Franklin. If you can not make it, we are making this presentation available through Zoom link on the St Mary’s website (https://www.stmarysfranklin.org/).
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| Physician Assisted Suicide presentation at St Mary's - May 11 |
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| St Mary's Faith Formation Announcement - May 14 |
