KP Sompally recognized by Boston Cares for Outstanding Volunteer Service

Boston Cares is the largest volunteer agency in New England, a member of the Points of Light Global Network, filling more than 20,000 volunteer spots annually in support of more than 150 Greater Boston schools and non-profit agencies.

This year Franklin Resident and 2020 Franklin council candidate, two time presidential award recipient KP Sompally has been presented with Best Outstanding Volunteer Service Award for his exceptional service to the homeless with Red Cross.

For the complete listing of 2023 recognition awards by Boston Cares ->

https://www.bostoncares.org/awards

Boston Cares for Outstanding Volunteer Service 

Outstanding Volunteer Service

KP Sompally recognized by Boston Cares for Outstanding Volunteer Service 

Arts & Culture Listening Tour - Apr 28 at 9 AM

Missed the first Art and Culture Listening session?

No worries! There is another one on April 28th and is from 9 AM - 11 AM in the meeting room at the Franklin Public Library.

Join the conversation about the culture in your community!

More info about the Listening Sessions schedule -> https://buff.ly/3MDdEYY

Arts & Culture Listening Tour - Apr 28 at 9 AM

Franklin Police: WEEKLY RECAP for Apr 16 - Apr 22, 2023

Franklin Police WEEKLY RECAP

The attached google drive link has the Weekly Recap from April 16 - April 22. 

This recap provides some greater detail about the calls we respond to: https://t.co/tfj2Z5lOvj

Shared from Twitter -> https://t.co/Dzyj7C5ZPT

Franklin Police: WEEKLY RECAP for Apr 16 - Apr 22

Camp Haiastan announces volunteer work parties

"AYF Camp Haiastan, which is gearing up for another exciting season, has announced its volunteer work party days.

The camp needs as many volunteers as possible to help with a variety of tasks, from cleaning and organizing cabins and buildings, to raking and planting the gardens and painting and repairing equipment.

Work parties will be held on the following Saturdays: April 29th, May 13th and June 3rd. The day will start at 9 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. Lunch will be provided. 

In addition to helping prepare the camp for the summer season, volunteering at Camp Haiastan is a great way to connect with the Armenian community and make new friends. Many volunteers return year after year, forming lasting bonds with fellow volunteers and campers alike."

Continue reading the article online ->  

https://armenianweekly.com/2023/04/24/ayf-camp-haiastan-announces-volunteer-work-parties/

For more about Camp Haiastan visit their page -> https://www.camphaiastan.org/

Camp Haiastan announces volunteer work parties

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Tuesday, Apr 25, 2023

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY

7:00 am     Sons and Daughters of Italy: Carlo Geromini

8:30 am     Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta

9:00 am     It Takes A Village: Dementia

10:00 am Frank Presents: Chris Woolf

11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 1

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Meatballs

12:30 pm Sandya: Crepes

1:00 pm     Pizzapalooza: Black Bean, Roasted Pepper & Garlic Pizzetta

1:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Fall 2018 Show 1

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 7

5:00 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Leigh Schoberth

9:00 pm School Committee Legislative Forum 2023

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY

7:00 am     Public School Event: Remington Spring Music '22

9:00 am     FHS Jazz Cafe 2023

10:30 am FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Bishop Feehan 04-18-23

12:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

2:00 pm It Takes A Village: Dementia

3:00 pm Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22

7:00 pm     School Committee Legislative Forum 2023

9:30 pm     FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse: v Medfield 04-18-23

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY

8:00 am School Committee 04-11-23

12:30 pm OSRP 04-06-23

2:00 pm School Committee 04-11-23

7:00 pm     School Committee: LIVE, Chambers 821 8131 6723 Code 747464

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)

April Veterans' Council Meeting - Thursday, Apr 27 - 7 PM

Join us! Thursday, April 27, 2023 - 7:00 p.m.

The April Veterans' Council/Memorial Day Parade meeting will be held on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Senior Center.

We'll move back to our regular schedule, the third Thursday of the month, in May. That meeting will be held on Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center.

All Franklin residents interested in Veterans' activities and events are welcome to join us!

April Veterans' Council Meeting - Thursday, Apr 27 - 7 PM

What will the Franklin School Committee do about redistricting?

What will the School Committee do about redistricting? 

No clues were revealed in the agenda packet released for Tuesday's meeting. We will all need to watch and/or participate in the session to find out. The session will reveal and discuss the plan; the vote on the plan is scheduled for the May 9th meeting.

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Remington Middle School Highlights

B. Redistricting Analysis Report

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. MS Grand Canyon Trip

I recommend approval of the request of Greg Rakovik and Nick Goldman to take 8th graders to the Grand Canyon from 4/15-20/2024 as presented at the last meeting.

Agenda doc with remote participation info ->

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_4-25-23.pdf

Meeting packet folder ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/april-25-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee Agenda

Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'

Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club May Meeting.

We typically meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month … we made a date change for this presentation. Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:00 PM. Robin Putnam, Events & Outreach Manager from the MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, will present on online safety. The presentation will include information about her Office and what they do. It will also cover how to be safe online, whether it be on your smart device, social media or online banking, phishing emails and general protection from scams and identity theft.

Join us at Escape Into Fiction Book Store, 12 Main Street, Downtown Franklin. The presentation will start at 7 PM but feel free to come early to socialize, get some refreshments and shop.

We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. Our monthly meetings run September through May.

Additionally, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

As always, we are thankful for the generosity and kindness we receive from April Rock, Owner, Escape Into Fiction. Our extended community is so fortunate to her and her business in Franklin. If you haven’t yet, please visit this gem of a book store!

Look for us on our Meetup page for more information. https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends

Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'

Franklin Dog Park clean up scheduled for April 29 at 9:30 AM

Hello, it’s that time of the year to clean up and spread wood chips at the Franklin dog park on Saturday April 29th at 9:30 AM. 

Rain date is Sunday April 30th at 9:30 AM. 

We need wheelbarrows, shovels and rakes. 

Refreshments will be there for the volunteers. Thank you!!

Dacey Field dog park

FHS' Peterson, Fales, Leo recognized with 2023 HockomockSports.Com Girls Basketball Awards

The selections for the 2023 HockomockSports.Com Girls Basketball Awards were announced. The Franklin High School representatives are listed here. Link to the full listing is found below.

HOCKOMOCKSPORTS FIRST TEAM - Katie Peterson – Franklin – Forward

Katie Peterson

Franklin senior forward Katie Peterson was one of the league’s top all-around players this season, helping the Panthers earn a fifth straight Kelley-Rex division title and nearly upset No. 2 seed Bishop Feehan in the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen. The UMass lacrosse commit led the team in scoring with 357 points, which was good for 15.5 per night. She also grabbed eight rebounds and dished out two assists per night, while shooting 55% from two-point range. She was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach John Leighton said, “Katie was a wonderful leader for our team and led us in nearly every statistical category. Her athleticism and compete level was the key to her success on the court. She will be dearly missed next season.”  

HOCKOMOCKSPORTS THIRD TEAM & HOCKOMOCKSPORTS ALL UNDERCLASSMEN TEAM - Chloe Fales – Franklin – Guard

Chloe Fales

Franklin sophomore guard Chloe Fales had a breakout first season on varsity for the Panthers, helping them secure a fifth straight league title and a return to the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen. Fales was able to stretch the floor with her shooting and came up with important baskets in some of Franklin’s biggest games. She finished with just under 10 points per game and grabbed more than five rebounds and had nearly two steals per night, making an impact on both ends of the floor. She was selected as a Hockomock League all-star by the coaches. Franklin coach John Leighton said, “Chloe was a key to our success with her timely shooting and great defense. I am very excited to watch her develop her game over the next few seasons.”  

HOCKOMOCKSPORTS ALL DEFENSIVE TEAM - Bridget Leo – Franklin

Bridget Leo

Leo, a senior guard, was the latest in a line of tough Franklin defenders. The point guard dished out 79 assists, with a plus-26 turnover margin, and helped lock down opposing guards with 42 steals and 47 deflections as the Panthers won the Kelley-Rex division for the fifth year running. Franklin coach John Leighton said, “Bridget was a natural leader for us and her focus on defense set the tone for the team. She is a wonderful mix of being an unselfish player while also being fiercely competitive.”  

For the full listing of girls basketball awards ->

https://hockomocksports.com/awards/girls-basketball/2022-2023/