Reminder: Accessory Dwelling Units legislation up for discussion at the Economic Development Subcommittee Plus meeting - March 22 at 6 PM

One of the ways we can help our housing and affordable housing situation is with accessory dwelling units. The discussion at the meeting Wednesday night will review the proposal for recommendation to the Town Council that could change the zoning and regulations around accessory dwelling units.

Economic Development Subcommittee + Steering Committee Meeting

Agenda & Meeting Packet

March 22, 2023 - 6:00 PM

Agenda:

1. Accessory Dwelling Units legislation

The agenda doc also includes remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/edc_agenda_-_march_22_2023.pdf

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting - March 22, 2023

Reminder: One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM

One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop

Sunday, March 26, 2023: 12:30 PM -3:00 PM

First Universalist Society in Franklin

262 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Walking a labyrinth quiets the mind and reduces stress. Some labyrinths are walked with your feet while others are “walked” with your finger. Please join us for a labyrinth workshop where we’ll hear a brief history of the labyrinth, learn the difference between a labyrinth and a maze, experience the labyrinth firsthand, and share our experiences on the labyrinth. Workshop participants can choose to either walk an indoor canvas labyrinth with their feet or “walk” a handheld labyrinth with their finger. 

Please wear or bring socks to protect the canvas labyrinth. Booties that cover footwear will be provided for those who need shoes to walk. 

This workshop is FREE of charge. Please pre-register by emailing Bobbi Tayne Gerlits: bobbigerlits@icloud.com; 508-446-5131.  Contact her with any questions.  

One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM

FPS Budget Subcommittee Meeting - March 24, 10 AM

Franklin Public Schools - Franklin School Committee

Budget Sub Committee

March 24, 2023 - 10:00 AM

Municipal Building - 3rd Floor Conference Room

A G E N D A

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

● Call to Order

● FY24 Budget

● Adjournment

The agenda doc also includes remote participation info ->
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/agenda-bsc_3_24_2023.pdf

 

FPS Budget Subcommittee Meeting - March 24, 10 AM

Franklin Historical Museum has a treat for kids during the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk

Stop into the Franklin Historical Museum during the First Annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk, Saturday April 15, rain date Sunday April 16th. 

Kids who visit the museum during the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk will receive a special surprise. Check out our Ladybug Corner in the Museum Gift Shop. 

Get out and walk, enjoy downtown and welcome Spring during the 1st annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk. The museum is open 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Saturdays and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Sundays. 

Maps for the trail are available at both the museum and the downtown bookstore, Escape Into Fiction. 

Please note: the museum will be closed Easter Sunday, April 9. There is no Second Sunday Speaker for April. 

Franklin Historical Museum, 80 West Central St 

"Where's the Toast" Memory Café - March 22 at 1 PM

Hello All,

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday March 22 at 1 PM, is our monthly "Where's the Toast" Memory café at the Franklin Senior Center. 

Steve McGovern will be entertaining us.  Steve brings a great energy as he sings the songs we all know and love. 

Memory cafes are safe spaces for those who are experiencing memory loss, their friends, family and caregivers.  Our café is always free but we do ask that you please RSVP so we know how many to expect.  You may call the Franklin Senior Center at 508-520-4945 or respond to this email. Please arrive a few minutes early to have time to settle in before the event starts. 

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Ariel

"Where's the Toast" Memory Café - March 22 at 1 PM

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Ariel Doggett

Respite Coordinator

Supportive Day Coordinator

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities Updated March 21, 2023

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 

Staff Engineer - Department of Public Works

Custodian - Facilities Department 

Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department 

Benefits Coordinator - Human Resources Department

Local Building Inspector - Building and Inspections Department

Updated 03/21/2023

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here .

shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities Updated March 21, 2023

The Franklin Senior Golf League looking for golfers to join them on Tuesday mornings

The Franklin Senior Golf league is starting up in a few weeks. We are playing at Pinecrest Golf Course in Holliston. 

We play on Tuesday mornings. $19 for 9 holes, carts are extra. All interested players contact Rose O'Koren - okorenj@comcast.net by April 1st

The Franklin Senior Golf League looking for golfers to join them on Tuesday mornings

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock

Amy Adams posted: 

"This week I’d like to share the opportunity for this beauty to go to a good home while supporting a local business and family. If you’d like to help this family and local small business, purchase a raffle ticket at $5 for a chance to win. This art piece is titled “Strength” is 24 x 48 inches and is priced at $750. 

Names will be drawn on Wednesday evening - March 22nd at Escape Into Fiction with April R. Rock. Send me a pm if interested. I hope you’ll help support this cause"

Shared from Instagram ->  https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBqK8AAp7-/

Contact Amy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/paintingvenus_/) or Facebook to contribute to this cause 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 1

 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 2

Franklin is in the Strongest Town round of 16 bracket, your vote can help advance to the Finals

"Franklin is in the SWEET 16 for Strongest Town! Super proud of the progress we've made toward smart, sustainable development. VOTE NOW: http://strongtowns.org/strongesttown"

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/CobiFrongillo/status/1638261064210042896

Franklin is in the Strongest Town round of 16 bracket, your vote can help advance to the Finals

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM

"Our FIRST EVER open mic night is this Thursday!! We need you guys to help us make this a success, and to show our support to some local upcoming artists 

Want to play? 

Sign ups are first come first serve & setup will include a Bose L1 Pro 16, 8 port mixer, 2 mics and stands, and cables to plug in"

Shared from Instagram  -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CqDj9d8NSr4/

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM