Franklin Cultural District - Celebrating with Pride as #artshappenhere (through June 29)

Celebrating with Pride during the month of June takes center stage this week. The Alt Prom for teens is scheduled for the Library today, and the first Franklin Celebrate with Pride is scheduled for the Town Common on Sunday. The Farmers Market, Art Gallery reception, Library book sale and plenty of choices for live music fill out the schedule. Something for everyone as #artshappenshere in Franklin.

Wednesday, June 22
6:00pm - Alt Prom for Teens (Franklin Public Library)

Thursday, June 23

5:00pm - Kendo - live music (LaCantina Winery)

6:00pm - Inaugural reception for Franklin Art Association Art Gallery (Escape Into Fiction)

6:30pm - Stump Trivia  (67 Degrees Brewing)

Friday, June 24

1:00pm - Franklin Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

2:00pm - Acoustic Feel - live music (Farmers Market)

5:00pm - Franklin Youth Football Fundraiser (LaCantina Winery)

6:00pm - Steve Angellis - live music (67 Degrees Brewing)

7:30pm - Electric Youth 2022 Bon Voyage Concert (THE BLACK BOX, ticketed event)

Saturday, June 25

9:00am - Franklin Library Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)

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

1:00pm - Franklin Library Bag Sale (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Community Potluck Lunch (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm - Patrick Durkin - live music (LaCantina Winery)

6:00pm - The Forgetful Ones - live music (67 Degrees Brewing)

7:30pm - Electric Youth 2022 Bon Voyage Concert (THE BLACK BOX, ticketed event)

Sunday, June 26

12:00pm - Celebrate With PRIDE (Franklin Town Common)

1:00pm - Temple Etz Chaim fund raiser (LaCantina Winery)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

5:00pm - Michael Rivelis - live music (LaCantina Winery)

Tuesday, June 28

7:00pm - Franklin Public Library Book Club

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Find the full 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 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

Franklin Cultural District: #Artshappenhere

Celebrate with Pride - June 26 - noon to 4 PM

Join the Franklin LGBTQ+ Alliance for an afternoon of celebrating.

LGBTQ+ and allies will be at the Franklin Town Common performing, creating, dancing, singing, eating, and drinking. Come to the community party!

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/celebratewithpride

Performances:

12:00-1:00 Singer Evan Greer

1:00-2:00 Open Mic

2:00-4:00 Singer Krisanthi Pappas and Bass Player Steve Skop

Activities: Community Art, Selfie Station, Crafts, Art Show, Ask a Sociologist

Food Trucks: Caribbean Press, Juniper Farms Ice Cream, Yai’s Kitchen

Vendors: Escape into Fiction LGBTQIA+ Book Sale, Chrissy’s Beads, BFCCPS Rainbow Ribbons, Love People Gifts, Molly's Apothecary, PT Color Market

Thank you to our community partners: Franklin High School’s SAGA, OUT MetroWest, MetroWest Visitors Bureau, Franklin Interfaith Council, Franklin Public Library, and Franklin Senior Center

Parking will be available at the Franklin Senior Center, Franklin Public Library, Davis Thayer School building, Oak / Horace Mann School, Franklin High School.

Please check back and follow for updates on Facebook ->   https://www.facebook.com/events/1186629228740240

If you are interested in volunteering or submitting art, please email FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com.

#FranklinCANCelebrateWithPRIDE - June 26, 2022

Sign up for Open Mic at Franklin's first Pride Day - June 26 - 12 to 4 PM

"The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance is seeking Franklin performers willing to share their talents as part of a celebration of Pride Month (June 26th, 12-4)!

Performances can take a variety of forms (music, song, dance, story-telling, poetry, art, acting, etc.) but should be limited to 7 MINUTES. Stage and microphone will be provided; we kindly request that performers bring any other needed materials, as possible. All performances should be FAMILY-FRIENDLY.

A performer may submit for multiple performances and/or collaborate with other performers. The Alliance reserves the right to select whichever performances they see fit. You may be asked to share more about your proposed performance with the Alliance prior to the event.

Have a question? Contact us at FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com"

Use the form to sign up ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuadQWw8eMWLjuIciDHiEIkUmCjCNbX4JOu03aSeAJoZR3bg/viewform

Celebrate with Pride - June 26, 2022

Support for Ukraine - Sunday, June 12 - 5 PM

"This Sunday evening at 5 PM there will be a Prayer Vigil/Service on the Town Common for the people of Ukraine. 

The Franklin Interfaith Council along with invited guests will be participating in the service. Please plan to come and stand with and for the Ukraine people, pray for them, and also the end of the horrible violence. You will notice that it is early evening so people may find it more convenient to attend. 

If it rains, we will use Saint Mary Church for the Service.

Everyone is welcome. You may wish to bring a “beach chair” to sit on. "

Shared from the St Mary's Facebook page

Support for Ukraine - Sunday, June 12 - 5 PM

Franklin Cultural District - #Arts happening Here (through June 8)

June 1, and the Rogers and Hammerstein lyrics from Carousel appear in the grey matter:

"You can see it in the trees

You can smell it in the breeze

Look around! Look around! Look around!

June is bustin' out all over"   

This week may seem like a slow "busting out all over" but wait until you see next week! Arts are happening here!

LaCantina Winery

Wednesday, June 1 = First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Thursday, June 2
6:00pm - LaCantina Winery - Live Concert with Ayla Brown and Rob Bellamy. Tickets can be purchased here:  www.lacantinawinery.square.site

7:00pm - 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node (virtual meeting with climate activists)

Friday, June 3
2:00pm - Farmers Market (first market of the season on the Town Common) https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/
6:00pm - 67 Degrees - Scott McGill Acoustic https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/scott-magill-acoustic/ 

Farmers Market

7:00pm - FHS Graduation (FHS Class of 2022) Franklin TV to broadcast live (Link forthcoming)
10:00pm - All Night Party (for the FHS Class of 2022)

Saturday, June 4 
10:00am - Historical Museum (always free) https://www.franklinmuseum1778.com/
12:00pm - The Dog Project (on the Town Common) hosted by Franklin Lion’s Club

The Dog Project

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/05/the-dog-project-scheduled-for-saturday.html 
5:30pm - 67 Degrees - Sudden Odd Behavior (SOB) https://67degreesbrewing.com/event-calendar/sudden-odd-behavior-sob-2/ 

Sunday, June 5

1:00pm - Historical Museum (always free)

Find the full 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 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

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Town of Franklin Memorial Day ceremony - 05/30/22 (audio)

FM #809 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 809 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the audio of the Town of Franklin Memorial Day ceremony held on the Town Common at the end of the parade on Monday, May 30, 2022. The day was gloriously sunny and the crowd was mostly finding shade and in good voice when required.

Veterans Service Officer Shannon Nisbett is the master of ceremonies.

The meeting runs just over an 1 hour. 

Audio file =>  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-809-town-of-franklin-memorial-day-ceremony-05-30-22

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The Memorial Day Program (PDF) -> (speakers and order of events)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mhoM0ZxLOZel7PLuB-QqcFXPwt01BKhi/view?usp=sharing 

My photos (for both the parade & ceremony) are found in one album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/whbeePZZQVzb7rwJ7 

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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

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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L-R: John Milot, Commander, Edward L. Grant American Legion Post 75, Robert Catalano, WWII Navy Veteran, Parade Grand Marshal

Celebrate with Pride - June 26, 2022

"One seed to start a garden, one note to start a melody, one brick to start breaking down walls: Every movement and moment of change starts with purpose, with intention, with one. With me. With you" - "I Am One" by Susan Verde & Peter Reynolds

"In a world where it is so easy to look out at what's wrong, I am thrilled to be one member of a team looking within to find what we can do right. I have had the privilege to take a professional pause during these complex times, spend time with my family and translate my experience into continued community action.

I am one. One person inviting you to help change the world in a small, but very real, very impactful way.

If you are in the metro Franklin, MA area, please consider joining our LGBTQIA+ friends and allies on Sunday, June 26th, 12 PM - 4 PM on the Franklin Town Common to *Celebrate with Pride*

If you cannot attend, but would like to support this event, please consider making a donation. Every dollar is valued and appreciated."

https://givebutter.com/celebratewithpride 

Shared from a Facebook post by Sarah Mabardy

Celebrate with Pride - June 26, 2022

Reminder: Memorial Day - Parade starts at 10:30, ceremony at Town Common at noon

Join us for the annual Memorial Day Parade to honor those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice.

A ceremony will follow on the Town Common at Noon. All are welcome!

Parade route map:

Parade route map

 

Memorial Day - Parade starts at 10:30, ceremony at Town Common at noon

Shared from the Town of Franklin pages

https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/memorial-day-parade

https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/memorial-day-parade-route-0

You can still help with the Beautification Day scheduled for May 21

Volunteers are needed for the Franklin Downtown Partnership and Franklin Garden Club's annual Beautification Day in downtown Franklin and the Town Common on the morning of Saturday, May 21.

Dozens of volunteers are needed to help plant red, white and blue flowers on the downtown bridges and in barrels in front of businesses. Volunteers with trucks are also needed to help pick up trays of flowers at Fairmount Fruit Farm, 887 Lincoln St., Franklin. Community service hours are available to students needing volunteer opportunities.

If you can volunteer, please email Beautification Chair Eileen Mason at emason4234@gmail.com.

We appreciate the support of these sponsors who make the beautification efforts in the downtown Franklin possible:

• Platinum sponsors are: Camford Property Group; Doherty, Dugan, Cannon, Raymond and Weil, P.C.; Law Offices of Roche & Roche, P.C.; PhysicianOne Urgent Care; Eileen Mason of RE/MAX Executive Realty; Middlesex Savings; and RI Motorsports and Detail LLC.
• Gold sponsors are: Dean Bank; D.G. Ranieri Real Estate; Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios; and Goldfish Swim School. 
• Silver sponsors
  
  are: Fenton Financial Group; Keefe Insurance Agency; and Vet Med Pet Supplies. 
• The Bronze sponsor is Safford Insurance.

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501©3 organization made up of 350 residents, business owners and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org.

Celebrate with PRIDE - June 26, 2022

Join the Franklin LGBTQ+ Alliance for an afternoon of celebrating.

LGBTQ+ and allies will be at the Franklin Town Commons 

performing, creating, dancing, singing, eating, and drinking. 

Come to the community party!

#FranklinCANCelebrateWithPRIDE - June 26, 2022

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/celebratewithpride

Performances: Krisanthi Pappas and an open mic (with day of sign up)

Activities: Community Art, Selfie Station, Crafts, Art Show, Ask a Sociologist

Food Trucks: Caribbean Press, Juniper Farms Ice Cream, Yai’s Kitchen

Venders: Escape into Fiction LGBTQIA+ Book Sale, Chrissy’s Beads, BFCCPS Rainbow Ribbons, Love People Gifts

Thank you to our community partners: Franklin High School’s SAGA, OUT MetroWest, MetroWest Visitors Bureau, Franklin Interfaith Council, Franklin Public Library, and Franklin Senior Center

Please check back and follow for updates and parking information.

If you are interested in volunteering or submitting art, please email FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com. 

When: Sunday, June 26, 12 - 4 PM

Follow the event on Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/events/1186629228740240

The Dog Project scheduled for Saturday, June 4, from noon to 3 PM will feature our own "Ben Franklin"

The Franklin Lion's Club is presenting an event about everything Dog with demonstrations from Hanscom AFB K-9 unit, and Franklin Police's K-9, Ben Franklin.

Comfort and Service dogs will show you how they assist people.

Representatives from organizations that provide training, doggie day care, doggie treats, dog walkers, and more will be participating.

The Dog Project is scheduled for the Town Common on Saturday, June 4 from noon to 3 PM. Rain date is Sunday, June 5, noon to 3 PM.

No cost for the event. Raffle items will be on site to raise money to donate to a Dog organization.

• Donations of dog food for the Franklin Food Pantry would be appreciated.
• Donations of old eye glasses will be collected by the Lion's Club.

Franklin Police: Ben Franklin gained his "Canine Good Citizen" certification in Jan 2021

 

Franklin Cultural Festival opens applications for artisan vendor booths

CALL FOR ARTISAN VENDOR BOOTHS!

The Franklin Cultural Festival is in search of 50 HIGH QUALITY Artisan Vendors for our juried vendor portion of the festival!

Applications must be submitted online at:
https://franklinma.viewpointcloud.com/categories/1098

Entries can be made in the following categories:
• Fine Arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, mixed media, etc.)

• Fine Crafts (wood, metal, glass, clay, etc.)

• Jewelry (Please note – Jewelry must have some handmade component. Assembled
product won’t be accepted.)
• Accessories (hats, bags, belts, scarves, etc.)
• Fiber Arts (weaving, quilt making, embroidery, home decor)
• Paper Arts
• Bath and Body
• Specialty Foods
Demonstrations of your process are welcome and encouraged.

Please email Shelley Green @ culturalcouncil@franklinma.gov with questions! 

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc-dhssssYY/

Franklin Cultural Festival opens applications for artisan vendor booths

Hold the date - Sep 10, 2022 - the Franklin Cultural Festival returns!

Franklin Cultural Festival is scheduled to return Sept 10, 2022

It must be the nice weather because we are getting lots of inquiries about the festival this year! We are currently organizing our ARTISAN VENDOR booth applications and will open those very soon! 

Hold the date - Sep 10, 2022 - the Franklin Cultural Festival returns!

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CbaYsuusX13/

"Hearts Of Kindness" return to the Town Common

The "Hearts of Kindness" have returned to the Town Common. On my walk 

Monday morning, I had seen the cloths lines strung between some of the trees. The radar picked up that the hearts were going to be hung Monday afternoon.

I captured several photos during my walk on Tuesday. One shown here, the link to the album provided below.

masked or not,

life on the edge

or not, let’s find 

within ourselves

hearts of kindness

Photo album can be found online -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/zmbQif3AKSz3j3D86

The poem is an original 'sherku' - https://www.quietpoet.com/2022/02/sherku-hearts-of-kindness.html

some of the "Hearts of Kindness" hung around the Town Common