Summer Star Wars Classes - Register Now

Franklin Public Schools  ~  Lifelong Learning Institute This Summer, two Star Wars classes for students entering Grades 4, 5 or 6 Star Wars: The Force Awakens July 18 - 22, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Jefferson Elementary School Do you know the difference between a Wookiee and an Ewok?  Then you should join us and show off your Star Wars knowledge and skills while having fun with other future Jedi.  Spend this awesome week of summer in a galaxy far, far, away!                                               Star Wars STEM August 1 - 5, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Jefferson Elementary School Make the science of Star Wars come to life while investigating the truth and fiction behind your favorite Star wars movies. The Hoth system may be "far, far" away", but there is plenty to create right there in Franklin. Design. Build. Play.  "May the Force be with You!"                                             Registration is open! Lifelong Learning Institute | 508-553-4814| E-mail | Website

FPS- Lifelong Learning | 355 East Central Street | Franklin | MA | 02038

Roadwork in downtown will likely resume in April

When will two way traffic appear downtown? Looks like in early July according to the current schedule.

"We've been fortunate with the weather," he said. "We're working on the (Main Street) bridge right now, and we'll probably be out there for the next two or three weeks." 

The coming week, he said, would likely see work done on the traffic signal next to the fire station. Efforts are also underway to get all the street lights up and fully functional, he said. 

Actual roadway construction, Tavalone said, would likely start the middle of or at the end of April. 

"We're pretty much on schedule," he said. "Our scheduled completion date is July 9. We may be a little past that, but I don't think it will be by a lot."

Continue reading the article online (subscription maybe required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160304/franklin-road-project-may-resume-in-april

preparation along Main St for two way traffic later this year

Public Forum on the Spectra Pipeline - April 7

The No Sharon Gas Pipeline organization is sponsoring a public forum for anyone in any of the nine affected towns. Anyone can attend this free and informative conference. 

The Franklin officials at the Town Hall have all received a personal invitation by now, but this forum is open to anyone who is concerned or interested in knowing more about it. 

Thanks.
Jim Hill

The flyer can also be downloaded from here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczTFVrUC1fUWNwYi1BQmdTbnF2eDUtSEQyV3RF/view?usp=sharing


For more about the No Sharon Gas Pipeline organization visit their web page
http://nosharongaspipeline.org/

FHS girls basketball end season with loss at Westford Academy, 51-44

Following the tweets on the FHS girls basketball game, they played hard but were unable to top the Westford Academy team on Friday night. They were tied at the half, lead at the end of the 3rd quarter, but the finished on the short end at the final buzzer 51-44.

From the Twitterverse:

WA 51-FHS 44. Hard fought game by the Panthers #neverquit

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 5, 2016

End of 3rd,
FHS 38
WA 36

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 5, 2016

At half, FHS 23-WA 23 Panthers overcome early foul trouble. Great effort from the bench #neverquit

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 5, 2016

3 mins to tipoff. @fhsgvbasketball vs Westford. #gopanthers #neverquit pic.twitter.com/s7OMsGguj5

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 4, 2016

3 mins to tipoff.   @fhsgvbasketball vs Westford.  #gopanthers #neverquit 

"It touched me, not because you loved the book, but because you loved reading."

The "All In" reading program at Horace Mann Middle School had a special day on Thursday, Mar 3.

"Heroism was the theme of the day as the Horace Mann Middle School welcomed the best-selling co-author of "The Finest Hours" and one of the Coast Guard members featured in the book. 

Co-author Casey Sherman and Coast Guard engineer Mel Gouthro spoke to students - who had chosen the book as the school's "All In!" reading campaign selection - in an assembly midday Thursday. The book - and the movie based on it - recounts a 1952 ocean rescue mission off Chatham. The movie, starring Chris Pine, opened in January. 

Sherman, a Massachusetts native, said he had learned of Horace Mann's reading drive - in which many students at the school read and discuss the same book - through social media. 

"I didn't know anything about your school until I was on Twitter and stumbled across a moving video (recommending the book as the drive's selection)," he said. "It touched me, not because you loved the book, but because you loved reading."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160304/franklin-students-hear-from-author-of-the-finest-hours


And from the twitterverse other posts about the visit on Thursday:

With the real "Gus" from #TheFinestHours and @allinreading at HHMS. Great day! pic.twitter.com/RGQGMoWgQI

— casey sherman (@caseysherman123) March 3, 2016

Some awesome Finest Hours presentations from #hmms students! #kesslerELA pic.twitter.com/Cm12NllOCw

— Mr Kessler (@MrKessler1) February 24, 2016

Yes, there is a story here. Let us tell you what can happen when kids read a book. #ALLIN16 #TheFinestHours #hmmsma pic.twitter.com/EFaw9InsI5

— Crazy Reading Ladies (@allinreading) March 3, 2016

A piece of CG36500 will live at #hmmsma to remind us what's possible #ALLIN16

A piece of CG36500 will live at #hmmsma to remind us what's possible #ALLIN16 We are speechless @caseysherman123 pic.twitter.com/BmoXp5sgJ9

— Crazy Reading Ladies (@allinreading) March 3, 2016

Kids Yoga Classes - - - Don't Miss Out

Beginning March 15 Location Tranquil Souls 15 E Central St  Franklin, MA KIDS YOGA SERIES Two Fun-Filled Programs  Tranquil Turtles (Ages 5-7)  Traditional yoga poses such as Lion, Tree, and Warrior are brought to life to help kids cultivate a deeper understanding of their environment and themselves while developing strength, flexibility, coordination and balance - in both body and mind. Poses are taught in a way that encourages creativity and exploration, helping to develop greater self-confidence and self-awareness. Students practice pose sequences designed to help them to discover greater comfort in their bodies while boosting self-confidence. As this is a very playful age, the class focuses on games, imagination, stories, and simple practices to introduce the healthful benefits of yoga. No previous yoga experience necessary. Tuesdays, March 15  to May 10       3:15 to 4:00 pm $100 Register  Yoga for Girls (ages 7-14)  This introduction to yoga is designed specifically for adolescent girls. Class will explore many yoga poses which build strength and flexibility but will go beyond the physical practice of yoga to cover to the basic tenants of yogic mindfulness. Students will be exposed to the concepts of non-violence, truthfulness, gratitude, moderation, and the cultivation of compassion and joy. The girls will also work on building self-esteem and confidence through a playful mix of heart- opening poses, thoughtful discussion, meditation and breath work. This class is appropriate for girls ages 7-14, though exceptions can be made with prior consent of the teacher.    Tuesdays, March 15 to May 10   4pm - 5:00 pm  $100    Register

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Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 3/4/16 - THU 3/10/16

FRIDAY 3/4/16
1-2:30pm   Hop into Spring at the Franklin Public Library (egg hunt, face painting, arts, games, cotton candy)
6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked at the Franklin Art Center
7pm   Culinary Cabaret at The Black Box

SATURDAY 3/5/16
9:30am   Scrapbooking and Paper Crafts for Adults at the Franklin Public Library

SUNDAY 3/6/16
7:30-10:30am   Sunday Morning Breakfast at Franklin Rod and Gun Club
9-11:30am  20th Annual Spring Baseball Clinic - Session 1 (ages 7-13), registration required at FHS
11:30am   Kenny Hadley’s Big Band Brunch at The Black Box
12-2:30pm   20th Annual Spring Baseball Clinic - Session 1 (ages 7-13) at FHS, registration required.
1-4pm   Celebrate 238th Birthday of Franklin, MA at the Historical Museum (cake and coffee at the Museum’s Library)

TUESDAY 3/8/16
1:30pm   Knitting Circle for Adults at the Franklin Public Library
6-7pm   Pajama Story Time at Franklin Children's School. Community welcome, RSVP.
7:30pm   Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Meeting, Franklin YMCA, open to public

WEDNESDAY 3/9/16
7:30pm   Franklin Newcomers Club Meeting at "3" Restaurant. Residents welcome.

THURSDAY 3/10/16
6-8pm   FHS Family Science Night, K-8 students and parents invited

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

For event details click HERE.

*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com

“Talk about big plays by the seniors”

Ryan Lanigan, Editor in Chief of Hockomock Sports, provides the write up for the FHS boys basketball game against Westford Academy at Franklin.

"For the third time this season, Gill was to go-to guy in crunch time and on Thursday night, his strong take to the basket with 15 seconds to play gave the Panthers a 62-60 win over Westford Academy. 

“I get the ball and it just feels right,” Gill said about late game situations. “I heard coach yelling for one shot but I just saw the lane and I just took it.” 

While the layup broke a tie game, it was nearly a basket that brought Franklin back from a deficit. With just over a minute to play with the game tied a 60, Franklin had an inbounds play in the offensive half, right in the corner. 

The play went awry and senior Tim Prunier’s inbounds pass went straight into the hands of Westford Academy’s Nicholas Fiorillo. Fiorillo took off, racing out into a breakaway all alone on his way for a layup. What looked like a certain basket for the Grey Ghosts quickly turned into one of the best hustle plays you’ll see. 

Prunier got on his horse and sprinted back on defense, getting back in time to knock the ball free from the dribble just before Fiorillo went up with it. As the ball bounced towards the baseline, Prunier lounged and dove, getting a hand to the ball and whipping it back in bounds. Gill was able to get a hand to it, deflecting it on and the Panthers were able to keep possession. 

Westford Academy did not score again."

Continue reading about the Franklin victory over Westford Academy online
http://www.hockomocksports.com/prunier-gill-help-franklin-boys-basketball-hold-off-westford-academy/

Franklin’s Tim Prunier goes airborne after splitting two defenders in the first half. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)