What's happening this weekend in Franklin? May 3, May 4 & May 5, 2024

Friday, May 3

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Tri-County Drama presents "A Simpler Time"

Saturday, May 4

9:00am Mah Jongg: Play All Day (FUSF)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Horace Mann Birthday Celebration (Franklin Historical Museum)

11:00am Disability Expo 2024 (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Pen to Picture: A Graphic Novelist Panel (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Tri-County Drama presents "A Simpler Time"

7:30pm Sheamus McShea (live music)

Sunday, May 5 = Cinco de Mayo

10:00am Mobile Museum (Vendetti Motors)

1:00pm This Old Thing? - An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston (Franklin Historical Museum)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) Book Talk (Franklin Public Library)

What's happening this weekend in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

Find the full Community event 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 Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

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 

The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Dean College Announces Departure of President Kenn Elmore

It is with a blend of gratitude and well wishes that the Board of Trustees announces President Kenn Elmore will be stepping down from his position at Dean College. Since taking the helm after the tenure of our long-serving prior President, President Elmore has been guiding the institution through a crucial transition period.

Under President Elmore's stewardship, Dean College has not only navigated this period of change successfully but has also made significant strides toward becoming a more integrated partner within the Franklin community. His efforts have led to enhanced community engagement initiatives and a strengthened bond between the College and the area it proudly calls home.

Furthermore, President Elmore’s enthusiastic advocacy for Dean College has been instrumental in promoting the institution to a wider audience. His passionate commitment to enhancing the College's profile and reach has introduced Dean to new horizons, drawing students, faculty, and partnerships that enrich our diverse and vibrant community.

The Board of Trustees extends its deepest gratitude to President Elmore for his service, commitment, and leadership.

While we prepare to navigate this transition, the Board is committed to ensuring a seamless and thoughtful process to identify a successor who will continue to advance the mission and values of Dean College. In the interim, we remain dedicated to our students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the Franklin community, upholding the standards of excellence that have been significantly bolstered under President Elmore's guidance.

Please join us in expressing our heartfelt thanks to President Elmore for his contributions and in wishing him all the best in his future endeavors. In the interim, the College will be led by an Office of the President consisting of Board Chair Mark Boyce, Executive Vice-President Sandra Cain, and Chief Financial Officer Tom Pistorino. Further announcements regarding the search for a new President will be made in due course.

About Dean College: Dean College is a private college located in Franklin, Massachusetts, offering full-time and part-time programs in a variety of disciplines. Founded in 1865, Dean boasts a tradition of academic excellence, a vibrant student life, and a close-knit community. For more information, visit www.deancollege.edu.

Shared from -> https://franklinobserver.town.news/g/franklin-town-ma/n/251292/community-stunned-planned-departure-dean-president-ken-elmore 

Dean College Announces Departure of President Kenn Elmore

Reminder: This Old Thing? - An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston - May 5

Who hasn’t been intrigued by something old... and who hasn’t stopped to wonder, ‘what’s it worth’?  

On Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM, local expert, James C. “Jim” Johnston, will dazzle and inform the audience and those seeking knowledge about family heirlooms and garage sale finds alike with An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston.

An Antique Appraisal Adventure 1

Johnston, who has been in the antique and appraisal business for more than six decades, has a nearly limitless store of knowledge about all things old, with particular emphasis on Americana, Porcelain, Glass, Rare Books, Coins, Stamps and Pottery. His appraisals often come with the kind of fascinating context and anecdotes that make him – a lifelong educator and author -- much sought after, whether to please an auditorium audience or for the evaluation of a private collection.

Appraisals are ‘on-the-spot’ and oral and are $5 for the first appraisal and $3 for additional items, up to an event maximum of three items and $11.  The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum, a 501(c) 3 non-profit that raises funds to benefit the Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the museum. 

The Friends can accept cash or check.  There will also be an option to “watch at home” via Google Meets. To learn about payment options, how to participate virtually, or to reserve a contact alan.r.earls@gmail.com. Handicapped Access Available.

An Antique Appraisal Adventure 2

Mr. Johnston will preface the appraisal-day program with a discussion of what constitutes “Value”, or more appropriately “Range of Value”, when appraising an item of any sort. He will also discuss various factors reflected in an evaluation such as: the sociological factors, condition issues, rarity, and Adam Smith’s Rule of Supply and Demand as it effects the value of art, antiques, and collectibles in any time period. 

He will also discuss “Purpose” of evaluation such as: probate, inheritance, divorce, and insurance, as well as insurance evaluation and replacement value, with the idea of choosing a fearless appraiser with experience in dealing with insurance companies, and with “Court Experience” and experience in delivering “Expert Testimony.”

Mr. Johnston performs written appraisals by arrangement, starting at $125. 

Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central St, downtown Franklin, near the fire station. You can also visit the Historical Museum on the web at

http://franklinhistoricalmuseum.org/   

Comprehensive School Facility Planning Subcommittee meeting set feedback forums on redistricting proposal (audio)

FM #1187 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1187 in the series. 

This session shares the Comprehensive School Facility Planning Subcommittee meeting of Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Subcommittee Chair Dave Callaghan, Al Charles, Erin Gallagher, Supt Lucas Giguere, Asst Supt Paula Marano, Business Administrator Dr Bob Dutch, Facility Director Mike D’Angelo, and Facility Deputy Director Kevin Hart participated.

Summarized topics of the discussion

• Review of the feedback from the School Committee meeting on Tuesday April 30, comprehensive facility planning website being updated

• Discussion on how to handle the former DT students/families

• Discussion feedback session (to be posted as a workshop) for School Committee, confirmed Saturday, May 4 at FHS, also scheduling a session on May 7 at 6 PM (location TBD).

• Discussion on demographics trend and new visual created

• Discussion on some of the after school activities, like track which can’t realistically be done with the 3 different schools but could with the one combine middle school

The meeting recording runs about 26 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1187-comprehensive-school-facility-plng-mtg-05-01-24

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Agenda for this session ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/franklin_public_schools_comprehensive_facilities_planning_sub_committee_meeting.pdf 

Link to schools website on redistricting -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/comprehensive-school-facilities-assessment 

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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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Comprehensive School Facility Planning presentation at April 30 SchCmte Mtg

Comprehensive School Facility Planning - slide on considerations

Tri-County Drama Club presents "A Simpler Time" May 3 & May 4

 "A Simpler Time"

 

On Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th, the TC Drama Club presents A Simpler Time.   

Come travel with us in a deceptively low budget time machine as we search for a time when life was SIMPLE. 

Join us at 7 pm in the TC Auditorium. 

Tickets are $5 cash at the door. We hope to see you there!

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/C6biRjnrQjN/

HSE Franklin registration is open for the Class of 2028

HSE Franklin is High School Experience; the introductory program for rising 9th graders enter Franklin High School in September 2024.

"HSE for the Class of 2028 is 3 months away! August 6 & 7. 

Register at https://t.co/DqlvmzxqTA 

@RMS_Remdawgs @HMMSLightning @sullythehusky @FranklinHS @FPSLearning @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters @FranklinPSNews @FPSHealthPE @franklinpolice"

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/HseFranklin/status/1786051855702745300

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3-Xyacb8RE

Panther News for May 3, 2024 (video)

On this week's Panther News: 

A video showcasing the Classics Club, we celebrate students receiving National Latin Exam Awards, and Juniors share their excitement about prom! https://t.co/4dU6gqlTKB via @YouTube 

@FranklinHS @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/fhspanthertv/status/1786076290925154325

School Committee listens to a lot of "we need more time" comments (audio in 2 parts)

FM #1188-89 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1188-89 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting of Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in 2 parts. All 7 school committee members took part in Council Chambers. They broke briefly at 5 minutes for an Executive Session and returned about 10 minutes later. That portion of the audience audio was excluded to simplify the recording.

Part 1 

Covers the first two and one half hours of the meeting

• Student pledge

• FHS Student updates

• Executive Session & return

• Presentation on Comprehensive School Facilities Plan (redistricting)

• Questions and discussion from the School Committee

Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1188-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-04-30-24-part-1-of-2

Part 2

Covers the remaining 2 hours of the meeting

• Entire citizen comments and question period

• 5 minute break to allow crowd to leave before resuming meeting agenda

• Interim Business Administrator Appointment (voted to approve appointment)

• Override Memorandum of Understanding (discussed but not acted upon as it needs collaborative work)

• Discussion Only Items - ACCEPT 3rd Quarter Report

• Information Matters

• A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

• B. School Committee Liaison Reports

• Consent Agenda (passed unanimously)

• New Business & closure of session 

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1189-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-04-30-24-part-2-of-2

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The Franklin TV broadcast of the almost 5 hour session is available for replay on YouTube -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWz6ewelhGo 

Presentation doc for April 30 meeting -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/comp_school_facilities_recommendation_presentation-_april_30_2024.pdf 

Agenda doc ->   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/sc_special_mtg._agenda_-_4_25_24.pdf 

Meeting packet folder - the location of all docs released for this meeting (note some posted after the session) ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/april-30-2024-school-committee-meeting-packet 

My notes captured via Twitter can be found in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1buTL7pQsslK3bG2emGvAR3tHvoVsQ4vV/view?usp=drive_link 

Photo album with the slides as captured during the presentation on Wednesday

https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZogkwQrk91uVQxNm9 

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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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Supt Giguere, Dr Fran Locker, Ms Kate Jessup

Book Talk and Presentation by Miriam Ornstein, Sunday, May 5 - 2 PM at Franklin Public Library

The Temple Etz Chaim Sisterhood (in partnership with the Franklin Public Library) is hosting a Book Event in observance of Yom HaShoah on Sunday, May 5 at 2 PM at the Franklin Public Library, 118 Main Street, Franklin, MA.

Miriam Ornstein will share stories from the book My Mother's Eyes - Holocaust Memories of a Young Girl, written by her mother, Anna Ornstein. 

Anna Ornstein is a psychoanalyst and Hungarian Jewish survivor of the Holocaust. The book event is free and open to the public. 

Those who would like to - may obtain a copy of the book at the event by making a $25 donation via the Temple Etz Chaim website.  https://temple-etzchaim.org 

The event is free and open to the public. 

Friends and community are welcome. 

Please join us.

My Mother's Eyes - Holocaust Memories of a Young Girl

Download the flyer as a reminder or to share ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FpKlAAsGrUvjFl9HxVrSqRuuwl9PxHDw/view?usp=drive_link

Pen to Picture: A Graphic Novelist Panel! Saturday, May 4 at 1:00 PM

Join us in partnership with the Franklin Public Middle Schools as we welcome writer, illustrator, and graphic novelist Jarrett J. Krosoczka to Franklin! 

Hear all about his creative process and participate in interactive breakout sessions.

Photo ops and book signings too! 

Event made possible by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council.

Pen to Picture: A Graphic Novelist Panel! Saturday, May 4 at 1:00 PM

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/pen-picture-graphic-novelist-panel

Massachusetts Military Support Foundation Announces 4th Annual Fishing4Vets - June 9

Fishing4Vets: Reeling in Support for Our Nation's Heroes Through the Power of Friendly Competition and Camaraderie

The Massachusetts Military Support Foundation (MMSF) is excited to announce the fourth annual Fishing4Vets event, a charity fishing tournament designed to bring veterans and the community together for a day of camaraderie, competition, and Cape Cod's finest fishing. Taking place on June 9, 2024, this fun-filled event will raise essential funds to support our Food4Vets program, addressing the food insecurity needs of our nation's heroes.

Fishing4Vets: Casting a Line for a Cause

4th Annual Fishing4Vets

The Fishing4Vets tournament offers a unique opportunity for veterans to bond with fellow service members and the wider community over a shared love of fishing, while competing for bragging rights and valuable prizes. All proceeds from the event will be directed to the Food4Vets program, which aims to assist veterans and military families who may be faced with food security issues and may lack access to affordable healthy meals.

This annual event has grown in popularity since its inception, attracting veterans, fishing enthusiasts, and community members who come together to support a worthy cause. Fishing4Vets aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by veterans, and to create a supportive environment for those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our country.

Uniting Veterans, Community, and Nature

The Fishing4Vets tournament encourages participation from veterans, their families, and the local community, fostering connections and understanding between those who have served our nation and those who support their efforts. The event has received praise from veterans for its ability to create a relaxing, enjoyable atmosphere where they can share their experiences and build lasting friendships.

"I look forward to the Fishing4Vets tournament every year," says Joe Martinez, a local veteran and tournament participant. "It's not just about the thrill of competition or the incredible fishing. It's about coming together with my fellow veterans and the community to support each other and share our stories."

About Massachusetts Military Support Foundation

The Massachusetts Military Support Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential support to veterans and active-duty military personnel in need. MMSF offers a range of services, including housing assistance, food programs, and counseling services, to address the unique challenges faced by those who have served our nation. For more information, visit www.mmsfi.org.

For media inquiries about Fishing4Vets or to schedule an interview, please contact our Media Relations department at (617) 378-2974 or media.relations@mmsfi.org. To learn more about this event, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, visit www.mmsfi.org/fishing4vets.