Sunday, September 13, 2009
Franklin Families with Food Allergic Children and Teens
Franklin Families with Food Allergic Children and Teens (Franklin F.A.C.T.) will hold a welcome back meeting in the conference room at
Franklin Fire Station #2,
600 King St.,
Franklin,
7-9 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 14.
Visit www.franklinfact.org for complete details and contact info. Parents only, please
Yard Sale: 210 Chestnut St, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Due to the rain Saturday, the yard sale for the Charles River Chorale was postponed to Sunday, Sep 13.
The piano studio, a dining room and are two cars filled with LOTS of books for adults and children, toys, games, jewelry for little girls and big girls, luggage, beautiful canister sets, kitchen wares, stationary sets, and much more.
Where: 210 Chestnut St, Franklin
When: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Benefits: Charles River Chorale
The piano studio, a dining room and are two cars filled with LOTS of books for adults and children, toys, games, jewelry for little girls and big girls, luggage, beautiful canister sets, kitchen wares, stationary sets, and much more.
Where: 210 Chestnut St, Franklin
When: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Benefits: Charles River Chorale
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Election line up card - penultimate update
A phone call to the Town Clerk's office resulted in a number of updates as the deadline approached for drawing papers for election this November 3rd.
This is the penultimate listing as the final listing will be available after Sep 15th. All the papers draw thus far need to be returned and certified by then to provide the final candidate list for the ballot.
Prior updates can be found here, here and here
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Table below shows the positions available for election this November.
The Candidates column initially showed just the incumbents.
Those who have confirmed taking out papers are marked with a * and bold.
New candidates have their name in bold with -new.
The incumbents who have confirmed not to be running again have been marked in red text.
The existing position holders who have not yet taken out papers are listed for reference to keep track of the "line up card"
This is the penultimate listing as the final listing will be available after Sep 15th. All the papers draw thus far need to be returned and certified by then to provide the final candidate list for the ballot.
Prior updates can be found here, here and here
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Table below shows the positions available for election this November.
The Candidates column initially showed just the incumbents.
Those who have confirmed taking out papers are marked with a * and bold.
New candidates have their name in bold with -new.
The incumbents who have confirmed not to be running again have been marked in red text.
The existing position holders who have not yet taken out papers are listed for reference to keep track of the "line up card"
| Name | # of Openings | Candidates | Term of Office |
| Board of Assessors | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Robert Avakian* | 2009 to 2013 |
| Board of Health | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Bruce Hunchard* Koren Kanadanian-new | 2009 to 2013 |
| Planning Board | 2 Position (For 4 years) | Anthony Padula* | 2009 to 2013 |
| * 1Vacant | Joseph Halligan-new | 2009 to 2013 | |
| Planning Board (Associate) | * 1 vacant position (For 4 Years) | John Carroll - new | 2009 to 2013 |
| Town Council | 9 Positions (For 2 Years) | Joseph McGann* | 2009 to 2011 |
| Deborah Bartlett - not running again | |||
| R. Scott Mason* | |||
| Christopher Feeley | |||
| Judith Pond Pfeffer* | |||
| Thomas Doak - not running again | |||
| Shannon Zollo* | |||
| Robert Vallee* | |||
| Stephen Whalen* | |||
| Glenn Jones- new Daniel Ballinger-new Bryce Kuchs - new Robert Avakian - new Matthew Kelly (switch from School Committee) Tina Powderly - new Glenna Richards - new | |||
| School Committee | 7 Positions (For 2 Years) | Cora Armenio* | 2009 to 2011 |
| Susan Rohrbach* | |||
| Paula Mullen* | |||
| Edward Cafasso* | |||
| Roberta Trahan* | |||
| Matthew Kelly - switch to Town Council | |||
| Jeffrey Roy* William Glynn - new Cynthia Douglas - new |
In the News - election races shaping up
With the last day to pull papers to run for election this November, the Milford Daily News provides the latest update.
Town Council, School Committee races shaping up in Franklin
Friday, September 11, 2009
Cafe Dolce offers catering (updated)
Cafe Dolce, the new coffee shop in downtown Franklin has expanded into catering. Open since April 2009, Cafe Dolce has established a good morning and lunch business. After 3:00 PM, though things tend to get quieter. Catering is one way to leverage the business operation that owners BJ Carlucci and Dave Purpura have established.
BJ and I reviewed the current plan. A meeting, event, or party for 10 or more is what Cafe Dolce will look to help you with. They will start with the sandwiches and salads that Cafe Dolce offers. A customized menu could include food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu can be extended as far and wide (within reason) as necessary to create a great experience.
Cafe Dolce wants to make the presentation appropriate for a catered event by serving in fine crafted wicker baskets in addition to trays. Call BJ and he will work out the menu together with you. What is the occasion? How many people? What special dietary requirements are there?
BJ hesitates to provide per item pricing for catering. “Say you have had the Cranberry Turkey Breast Panini and wanted to serve that at your event. You don't need to order 10 individual paninis for the group. We prefer to price for the total quantity of the food provided rather than by the piece. This method will work out better for you in the long run.” They do use a formula to determine how much food per person would be required adjusting to cover portions for any kids.
The catering package can either be delivered or picked up. Depending upon the type of drop off, or drop-off/setup, there may be a delivery charge included. You could also rent the space at Cafe Dolce to hold your event.
They have already served a party of 75, have some events scheduled on site, and others scheduled for delivery off site. When your next catering event comes up, consider contacting BJ Carlucci, at 774-248-4321 or via email at dolce dot 1 at live dot com.
Note: Cafe Dolce is also exploring social media tools to spread the word on what they do and to help communicate with their customers and fans. You can join Cafe Dolce on Facebook here
Prior writing about Cafe Dolce:
BJ and I reviewed the current plan. A meeting, event, or party for 10 or more is what Cafe Dolce will look to help you with. They will start with the sandwiches and salads that Cafe Dolce offers. A customized menu could include food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu can be extended as far and wide (within reason) as necessary to create a great experience.Cafe Dolce wants to make the presentation appropriate for a catered event by serving in fine crafted wicker baskets in addition to trays. Call BJ and he will work out the menu together with you. What is the occasion? How many people? What special dietary requirements are there?
BJ hesitates to provide per item pricing for catering. “Say you have had the Cranberry Turkey Breast Panini and wanted to serve that at your event. You don't need to order 10 individual paninis for the group. We prefer to price for the total quantity of the food provided rather than by the piece. This method will work out better for you in the long run.” They do use a formula to determine how much food per person would be required adjusting to cover portions for any kids.
The catering package can either be delivered or picked up. Depending upon the type of drop off, or drop-off/setup, there may be a delivery charge included. You could also rent the space at Cafe Dolce to hold your event.
They have already served a party of 75, have some events scheduled on site, and others scheduled for delivery off site. When your next catering event comes up, consider contacting BJ Carlucci, at 774-248-4321 or via email at dolce dot 1 at live dot com.
Note: Cafe Dolce is also exploring social media tools to spread the word on what they do and to help communicate with their customers and fans. You can join Cafe Dolce on Facebook here
Prior writing about Cafe Dolce:
- My talk with BJ and Dave prior to opening
- My write up about the opening
- Picture slide show from the grand opening
- The original catering article can be found here
Job Fair: Monday Workshops/Seminars: Sunday
The United Regional Chamber of Commerce Job Fair will be held Sep 13-14 at the Living Waters location in North Attleboro. The updated schedule of events looks like this:
For more information (and to register for this free event) check here
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For more information (and to register for this free event) check here
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Farmers Market: Smalley's Cookies
One of my visits to the Farmer's Market I stopped by the tent to talk with the folks at Smalley's Cookies. The Farmer's Market is open today from noon to 6:00 PM.
Their web site is under construction so I can't provide a link to it now. Once available, I'll update this.
In the meantime, the decadent cookies they sell can be purchased with info contained in this document. The cookies are frozen and ready to bake.
For the full menu of cookies that they provide, you can view this document.
Note: for the newsletter subscribers, you will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the documents.
Their web site is under construction so I can't provide a link to it now. Once available, I'll update this.
In the meantime, the decadent cookies they sell can be purchased with info contained in this document. The cookies are frozen and ready to bake.
Discover Simple, Private Sharing at Drop.io
For the full menu of cookies that they provide, you can view this document.
Discover Simple, Private Sharing at Drop.io
Note: for the newsletter subscribers, you will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the documents.
In the News - grant money for downtown
The Million dollar grant announced as received by the Town during the Town Council meeting on 9/2/09 is discussed in more detail here
Franklin to revamp downtown
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Kathi Meyer on teen drinking
The Taylor Meyer tragedy has lead to an increase awareness of teen drinking. Kathi Meyer is interviewed in this video from the Norfolk County District Attorney, William Keating.
Note: Email subscribers will need to click through to the web site to view the video.
Other info on teen drinking:
The W.A.S.T.E.D presentation at Franklin High School
Other videos from the Norfolk District Attorney can be found here
Note: Email subscribers will need to click through to the web site to view the video.
Other info on teen drinking:
The W.A.S.T.E.D presentation at Franklin High School
Other videos from the Norfolk District Attorney can be found here
Friday, Sep 11 - Jack Murray Performs at Cafe Dolce
Friday, September 11th
Jack Murray, a Downtown Partnership member, will be performing at Cafe Dolce, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
All donations will be given to the Dana Farber Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Franklin School Student Population Drops
The Franklin Public Schools start the year with 121 less students than one year ago. The totals by level of school are shown for comparison in the table below.
| 2008 | 2009 | Diff | |
| Elementary | 3091 | 2998 | -93 |
| Middle School | 1524 | 1478 | -46 |
| High School | 1622 | 1640 | 18 |
| Totals | 6237 | 6116 | -121 |
That there are less students riding the bus shouldn't be a surprise. That the 'bus loss' number is greater than the 'student loss' number likely reflects something of the economic situation and the choices that parents have made.
The Milford Daily News reports on the School Committee meeting here
Fewer students riding bus in Franklin
School Committee Mtg 09/08/09
The collection of live reporting posts from the School Committee meeting of Tuesday, Sep 8th can be found here
Live reporting - Superintendents report
Live reporting - Action Items
Live reporting - Discussion only items
Live reporting - SIP Franklin High
Live reporting - SIP Annie Sullivan
Live reporting - SIP Remington
Live reporting - Presentations (School Improvement...
Live reporting - School Committee 9/8/09
Live reporting - Superintendents report
Live reporting - Action Items
Live reporting - Discussion only items
Live reporting - SIP Franklin High
Live reporting - SIP Annie Sullivan
Live reporting - SIP Remington
Live reporting - Presentations (School Improvement...
Live reporting - School Committee 9/8/09
Did you know?
How do you Remember the Warning Signs of Suicide?
Here’s an Easy-to-Remember Mnemonic:
IS PATH WARM?
Read more about suicide and how to detect early warning signs here:
Here’s an Easy-to-Remember Mnemonic:
IS PATH WARM?
| I | Ideation |
| S | Substance Abuse |
| P | Purposelessness |
| A | Anxiety |
| T | Trapped |
| H | Hopelessness |
| W | Withdrawal |
| A | Anger |
| R | Recklessness |
| M | Mood Changes |
Read more about suicide and how to detect early warning signs here:
Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee - 9/10/09 - Agenda
Agenda for Sept 10, 2009
I. Call to Order / Introductions of New Attendees
A. Introduction of new attendees
B. Volunteer to write minutes of the meeting
C. Motion to accept meeting minutes of 8/19/09
II. Report from our representative from DCR
A. Gates at Spring St
B. Leveling of the Trail
III. Membership Committee Report (Denison, McKeown, Sawyer)
A. Committee to present work and ask for Committee approval
B. Meeting attendees will be asked to fill out Membership Forms and send in checks to our Treasurer
IV. Report from Finance Committee (Rossetti)
A. Report from Treasurer
VII. Report of Fund Raising Committee (Sawyer)
A. Shall we start planning for road race and other events
B. Do we have the Lions Club for insurance protection?
C. Do we have the Franklin Bolts or other local groups?
VIII. Publicity (Dave Labonte)
A. Distribution of brochure, do we need a second printing
B. Report on Meeting with Franklin PLUC (Svendsen)
C. Comments from new attendees from PLUC
D. Tentative date for next meeting w/PLUC is Sep 30th
E. Date for Rotary Club presentation set for Sep 17th
IX. Unfinished Business
A. Questions from members / attendees
X. New Business
A. Update on End of Summer Cookout
Date set for Sept 19 w/the 20th as the Rain Date
B.
C.
D.
Set Date for Next Meeting and Adjourn
I. Call to Order / Introductions of New Attendees
A. Introduction of new attendees
B. Volunteer to write minutes of the meeting
C. Motion to accept meeting minutes of 8/19/09
II. Report from our representative from DCR
A. Gates at Spring St
B. Leveling of the Trail
III. Membership Committee Report (Denison, McKeown, Sawyer)
A. Committee to present work and ask for Committee approval
B. Meeting attendees will be asked to fill out Membership Forms and send in checks to our Treasurer
IV. Report from Finance Committee (Rossetti)
A. Report from Treasurer
VII. Report of Fund Raising Committee (Sawyer)
A. Shall we start planning for road race and other events
B. Do we have the Lions Club for insurance protection?
C. Do we have the Franklin Bolts or other local groups?
VIII. Publicity (Dave Labonte)
A. Distribution of brochure, do we need a second printing
B. Report on Meeting with Franklin PLUC (Svendsen)
C. Comments from new attendees from PLUC
D. Tentative date for next meeting w/PLUC is Sep 30th
E. Date for Rotary Club presentation set for Sep 17th
IX. Unfinished Business
A. Questions from members / attendees
X. New Business
A. Update on End of Summer Cookout
Date set for Sept 19 w/the 20th as the Rain Date
B.
C.
D.
Set Date for Next Meeting and Adjourn
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