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| Breanna Atwood offers goal keeper training |
Breanna Atwood offers goal keeper training
"Hi everyone!
I’m offering one-on-one and small group goalkeeper training this summer and into the fall.
I just recently graduated from The University of Southern Maine where I was apart of the women’s soccer team for my whole college career.
If you’re interested don’t hesitate to message me for further details!"
You’ve worked with me diligently over the last two years—even before this program officially launched. Luna’s service dog tasks include deep pressure therapy, interrupting repetitive behaviors, retrieving medication with water, and bringing her leash. Together, you’ve earned the AKC Canine Good Citizen, the MasterPeace Home Helpmate title, and passed the MasterPeace Public Access Test. My favorite of Luna’s accomplishments, however, was watching her overcome her fear of automatic doors and loud noises through countless training sessions at Stop & Shop and Forge Park Station.
You’ve worked so hard over these last two years and were among the first to attend our inaugural Service Dog 101 Workshop. Nalah’s service dog tasks include deep pressure therapy, retrieving medication with water, and her leash, and locating a seat for you. Together, you’ve also earned the AKC Canine Good Citizen, the MasterPeace Home Helpmate title, and passed the MasterPeace Public Access Test. Nalah is our first nosework dog turned service dog—a transition made possible by the beautiful bond you two share. I hope she inspires more teams to follow that path.
“To me, you are still nothing more than a little boy who is just like a hundred thousand other little boys. And I have no need of you. And you, on your part, have no need of me. To you, I am nothing more than a fox like a hundred thousand other foxes. But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will be unique in all the world. To you, I shall be unique in all the world…”
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| Service Dog Graduation Ceremony - Saturday, June 14 - MasterPeace Dog Training |
This event also commemorates the life and legacy of Mike Masters the co-founder of MasterPeace Dog Training who was a disabled man with a service dog. This ceremony marks the 10th anniversary of his passing, and we are honored to dedicate it in his memory.
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| specialized technical rescue drill |
On Monday, your Franklin Firefighters teamed up with our peers from the Franklin Water Department, the Plainville and Millis Fire Departments to conduct a specialized technical rescue drill at the Grove Street Water treatment building.
These drills and interagency collaborations allow us to be better prepared to protect the community through our all-hazards emergency response skillset.
Thank you to The Franklin Water Department for hosting us! It was a very successful training drill.
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| “Man vs Machine” training via FEMA grant |
"We would like to give a huge thank you to @pl_vulcan_fire_training for coming out and providing an excellent hands-on “Man vs Machine” training for all 4 groups this week.
Members learned various methods for removing rings, extricating victims from under vehicles, impalements, and much more.
We are also pleased to report that this training was 100% funded by a grant awarded from @fema"
"The country’s pre-eminent federal fire training academy canceled classes, effective immediately, on Saturday amid the ongoing flurry of funding freezes and staffing cuts by Donald Trump’s administration.The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that National Fire Academy (NFA) courses had been canceled amid a “process of evaluating agency programs and spending to ensure alignment with Administration priorities”, according to a notice sent to instructors, students and fire departments. Instructors were told to cancel all future travel until further notice.Firefighters, emergency medical service providers and other first responders from across the country travel to the NFA’s Maryland campus for the federally funded institution’s free training programs.“The NFA is a powerhouse for the fire service,” said Marc Bashoor, a former Maryland fire chief and West Virginia emergency services director with 44 years of fire safety experience. “It’s not a ‘nice to have’. It is the one avenue we have to bring people from all over the country to learn from and with each other. If we want to continue to have one of the premier fire services in the world, we need to have the National Fire Academy.”
I know this cold weather is hanging on but spring is right around the corner! If you've been in a rut with your health habits and need a little kickstart, check out these two local events for a chance to reset and recharge!
Swing into Spring with these two upcoming events: 👇
🌟 FREE Community Kettlebell Workshop - THIS SATURDAY! March 8th
12:30-1:30 Franklin Recreation Gymnasium
Hosted by Bethany (me!) & Kerry Peterson
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| FREE Community Kettlebell Workshop |
Come experience a fun and engaging session designed for all fitness levels and abilities! Learn fundamental skills to build strength and fitness with this simple tool.
**No experience necessary—just show up and move!
🚶♀️ Moms Only Stroll –
March 15th 9am Choate Park Medway
Get outdoors, connect with other local moms, and enjoy some kid free time to breathe, move, and reset for the week ahead!
Carve out this time for YOU and get one or both events on your calendar!!
Rebuild your health. Reclaim your Self.
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| Franklin Fire Dept hosted training session |
"Yesterday we hosted training for our regional tech rescue team. Members of the department are assigned to this team."
"SCT Review - Franklin
Yesterday our team held a structural collapse drill/refresher. First a review was given via PowerPoint, then the team broke up into squads building various types of shoring. This kind of training enhances our skills and prepares us to respond to a wide variety of incidents. One example would be a collapse incident similar to what happened in Weymouth earlier this week.Thank you to Franklin Fire for hosting our drill this month, and thank you to all the team members who stepped up to lead stations."
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| (L-R) Battalion Chief Blanchard, Fire Chief McLaughlin |
"Congratulations to Battalion Chief Bill Blanchard who graduated from the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services Chief Fire Officer Management program today (1/22/25)."
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| training on ice-related emergencies at Beaver Pond |
via Franklin Firefighters Local 2637
"Group 1 trained this morning on vital skills for responding to ice-related emergencies, ensuring we're ready for any situation this winter.Plesse use caution on the ice as there is now a hole that is marked with caution tape and cones. '
"We’ve Saved our Best Perk for Last! 💥
BFT Franklin coming soon to Franklin Village
Secure our ✨LOWEST PRICE EVER ✨and keep it for as long as you’re a member with us!
Our Founding Membership Launch is just days away! Be ready to secure your spot and unlock these exclusive perks! Don’t miss out!"
#1) 1st Moms Only Stroll of 2025 will be…….
When: Fri Jan 10th at 9am
Where: Holliston Rail Trail
Weather pending so keep an eye out for emails or post in the FB group for any last minute changes. Please sign up here so I can send you reminders and know who to expect.
#2) 💥HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT for those local to FRANKLIN!!
I am thrilled to announce that I've partnered with another local couple to bring
Body Fit Training - a cutting edge strength and conditioning studio - to Franklin Village in the Spring!! If you are looking to add strength training and fitness into your routine check this out!
✅50min group classes - all fitness levels welcome
✅8-10 progressive training blocks - track progress and optimize results
✅2-3 Highly accredited coaches per class - personal training in a group setting
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| Body Fit Training |
Founding Memberships go Live Jan 2nd, but spots are limited!
➡️Click here to learn more and secure your spot!
IG - @BFT_FranklinVillage
#3) ✨REMINDER✨
Coming in January!!
RESOLUTION RESET WORKSHOP
New Years can be a great time for a wellness reset.....but I know it can be hard to make those changes alone in the throes of motherhood!
Join this free workshop coming up, 2nd week of JAN!! All details and sign up at the link below:
➡️Destined to Thrive: Resolutions Reset in 2025
After a crazy holiday, pouring all of yourself into others, this is your chance to do something for you!! P.S. even if you don't set resolutions, this is for you!
Let's thrive in 2025!!
Bethany Hart Gerry, CSCS, FDN-P
Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfAGecNijS8 Check out Youville at: https://www.ftc.gov/youville |
Wednesday, September 11th from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Classroom located at Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central St.
Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945ACAF2EAAF9C25-50725195-stop#/
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/stop-bleed-training-course-3
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| Still time to register for the next FREE "Stop the Bleed" Training Course - Sep 11 |
Via Franklin Police Dept Facebook post:
"We’re going to try and not get emotional but time is the ultimate thief. It’s not fair how quickly our kids grow up and leave us for school.This week Officer Tyler Brabham starts the nine-month William James College Graduate Certificate Course in Crisis Response & Behavioral Health. Our Clinicians wouldn’t miss an opportunity to make Officer Brabham a back-to-school sign.
The Center for Crisis Response and Behavioral Health at William James College provides training and education to mental health professionals and law enforcement on effective response methods for encounters with individuals who are experiencing a psychiatric, substance-related, or mental health crisis. The program addresses an important need for expanding roles and opportunities in public safety and seeks to create effective partnerships between mental health and law enforcement.
Officer Brabham Officer Brabham has gone above and beyond to work alongside our clinicians and help those in our community with mental health needs. Keep up the great work and good luck Tyler!"
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| back-to-school sign |
"Are you interested in starting a career in culinary? We have open spots in our Zero-Cost Culinary Arts Training program!
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| Zero-Cost Training Culinary Arts Program |
Via Franklin Police Dept:
"Thank you to Officer Gilboy and K9 Robbie, Clinicians Montagano and Ferris, and the Massachusetts State Police Air Wing for making our last day of camp amazing.
Congratulations to the graduates of FPD Leadership Camp 2024!!"
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| FPD Leadership Camp 2024 completes training |
"PLEASE GIVE THIS A READ IF YOU LIVE BY DEAN COLLEGEThe FBI National Academy Associates of New England is conducting the 5th session of the New England Youth Leadership Program (YLP) at Dean College from July 14 - 19. The New England YLP is limited to 30 students ages 14-16 throughout New England.***That being said, every day/night on campus there will be live law enforcement demonstrations including K9s, swat personnel, swat vehicles, and explosive ordnance disposal (bomb squad)***This will explain the potential increased police presence in that area throughout the week. If there are any emergencies separate from this program you’ll read it here first. Any questions throughout the week give us a call on our non-emergency line."
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| Dean College neighborhood alert for week of July 14 to July 19, 2024 |
