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Saturday, August 17, 2019
FTC Consumer Alerts: Claims in weight loss ads might be false
Friday, August 16, 2019
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI - Aug 16 to THU - Aug 22
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For the interactive version, please visit
For the Town of Franklin Public Meeting Calendar
https://www.franklinma.gov/calendarSubmit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this link
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| Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI - Aug 16 to THU - Aug 22 |
FPAC to Host Dance Master Class with Broadway’s Clay Thomson - Aug 29
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) is excited to host a Matilda-themed Dance Master Class with original Broadway cast member Clay Thomson on Thursday, August 29 at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts at 38 Main Street in Franklin, MA. Thomson will be returning to Franklin in the fall to choreograph FPAC’s production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical.
There will be a Beginning/Intermediate level class (minimum age 9) from 4:00-5:30 pm and an Intermediate/Advanced level class from 6:00-8:00 pm. Students will learn choreography from the Broadway production with Clay Thomson. The Beginning/Intermediate class is $25, the Intermediate/Advanced class is $30, and both classes together are $40.
Currently appearing in KING KONG on Broadway, Clay Thomson started out as a competitive gymnast at the age of four, which eventually led him into the performing arts. At age twelve, Clay joined the Cameron Mackintosh/NETworks tour of Oliver!.
After Clay completed his freshman year at Pennsylvania State University studying Musical Theatre, Clay toured the U.S, Canada, and Japan with the Broadway First National Tour of West Side Story as A-rab. Soon after returning from tour, he made his Broadway debut in Disney's Newsies, playing Spot Conlon. After that, he was cast in the Original Broadway cast of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical.
In 2014, Clay left Matilda to perform in New York City Center Encores' productions of Little Me and The Most Happy Fella. Clay has also made numerous television appearances, performing on shows such as Dancing with the Stars, The 2013 TONY Awards, The 2012 and 2013 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Late Show with David Letterman, The View, Good Morning America, Good Afternoon America, and more.
Clay has taught master classes around the U.S, including classes at Broadway Dance Center, Broadway Artists Alliance NYC, Camp Broadway, Broadway Workshop, Broadway Classroom, and dozens of high schools, dance studios and universities all around the country. He is featured in the viral YouTube video #CupsTapDance as well as his most recent appearance in The Happy Tap Dance #TAPPY.
To reserve a spot in the Master Class, call 508-528-8668. Follow Franklin Performing Arts Company on Facebook, Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co), Twitter (@fpac_online), and YouTube.
There will be a Beginning/Intermediate level class (minimum age 9) from 4:00-5:30 pm and an Intermediate/Advanced level class from 6:00-8:00 pm. Students will learn choreography from the Broadway production with Clay Thomson. The Beginning/Intermediate class is $25, the Intermediate/Advanced class is $30, and both classes together are $40.
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| Clay Thomson |
Currently appearing in KING KONG on Broadway, Clay Thomson started out as a competitive gymnast at the age of four, which eventually led him into the performing arts. At age twelve, Clay joined the Cameron Mackintosh/NETworks tour of Oliver!.
After Clay completed his freshman year at Pennsylvania State University studying Musical Theatre, Clay toured the U.S, Canada, and Japan with the Broadway First National Tour of West Side Story as A-rab. Soon after returning from tour, he made his Broadway debut in Disney's Newsies, playing Spot Conlon. After that, he was cast in the Original Broadway cast of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical.
In 2014, Clay left Matilda to perform in New York City Center Encores' productions of Little Me and The Most Happy Fella. Clay has also made numerous television appearances, performing on shows such as Dancing with the Stars, The 2013 TONY Awards, The 2012 and 2013 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Late Show with David Letterman, The View, Good Morning America, Good Afternoon America, and more.
Clay has taught master classes around the U.S, including classes at Broadway Dance Center, Broadway Artists Alliance NYC, Camp Broadway, Broadway Workshop, Broadway Classroom, and dozens of high schools, dance studios and universities all around the country. He is featured in the viral YouTube video #CupsTapDance as well as his most recent appearance in The Happy Tap Dance #TAPPY.
To reserve a spot in the Master Class, call 508-528-8668. Follow Franklin Performing Arts Company on Facebook, Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co), Twitter (@fpac_online), and YouTube.
Ribbon Ceremony at the New Home of the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School - Aug 10
The Benjamin Franklin Educational Foundation (BFEF) hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new home of the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS) which is now located at 500 Financial Park in Franklin. The new 72,000 square foot facility will open to 708 incoming students on Tuesday, September 3rd for the 2019-2020 school year.
The Benjamin Franklin Educational Foundation secured funding for the new school primarily through a $24,550,000 tax-exempt bond issued by MassDevelopment and purchased by Citizens Bank with participation by HarborOne Bank, Websterfive Bank and Radius Bank. The bond financing was supplemented with a $2,000,000 loan provided by The Property and Casualty Initiative. Project management of the new facility was provided by Daedalus Projects, Inc. and the building was designed by the Boston based architectural firm Arrowstreet, Inc.
Donald Tappin, President of the BFEF welcomed attendees to the event and thanked the members of the BFEF with a special focus on the leadership team who managed the expansion project with both tenacity and perseverance. Tappin shared that ”The foundation board is extremely excited to see what the future holds for
BFCCPS. We are building upon the school’s already proud heritage. Having a home of its own offers limitless possibilities for their students, faculty and staff.” During the event, Gerald Cimmino the Treasurer of the BFEF announced that the construction of the school’s gymnasium is slated to begin in October, 2019 with completion of the project expected in the spring of 2020.
Upon the momentous occasion of the school’s opening, Mrs. Heather Zolnowski, the Executive Director of the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School expressed her sincere gratitude to the volunteer members of the project’s leadership team for the time, energy and determination they poured into this project.
“This building affords us the ability to strengthen our academic program, to build hands on experiences into our academic goals and objectives, and to provide after hours programming to support our students and families. This new property will allow us to strengthen the culture we have built over the last 24 years. I am so incredibly grateful to everyone who had a part in bringing this dream to fruition.”
Special awards were issued to Roger Stone, Senior Vice President at Citizens Bank as well as the Tappin and Cimmino families for their extraordinary dedication to the school over the last seven years of the expansion project.
Following the ceremonial ribbon cutting invited guests received guided tours of the facility led by members of the Educational Foundation, and school board, as well as school administration.
The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School opened in 1995 and is one of the original 13 Charter Schools in the state of Massachusetts. Priority in the school's annual enrollment lottery is given first to siblings of current students, then to residents of Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Holliston, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millis, Millville, Norfolk, Plainville, Upton, Walpole, and Wrentham.
The rigorous educational program at BFCCPS offers a strategic partnership with parents, foreign language instruction, commitment to arts education, character education, and community service activities.
For the 2019-2020 academic year, BFCCPS has increased enrollment from 50 students to 92 students per grade in grades Kindergarten through grade five. Applications for the 2020-2021 school year will go live on November 1, 2019.
About Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
I was able to participate in the opening and a few of my photos are here. I'll have more later. More photos from the event made available by BFCCPS can be found online https://photos.app.goo.gl/x1hZV4KVa7NPgjJY8
The Benjamin Franklin Educational Foundation secured funding for the new school primarily through a $24,550,000 tax-exempt bond issued by MassDevelopment and purchased by Citizens Bank with participation by HarborOne Bank, Websterfive Bank and Radius Bank. The bond financing was supplemented with a $2,000,000 loan provided by The Property and Casualty Initiative. Project management of the new facility was provided by Daedalus Projects, Inc. and the building was designed by the Boston based architectural firm Arrowstreet, Inc.
Donald Tappin, President of the BFEF welcomed attendees to the event and thanked the members of the BFEF with a special focus on the leadership team who managed the expansion project with both tenacity and perseverance. Tappin shared that ”The foundation board is extremely excited to see what the future holds for
BFCCPS. We are building upon the school’s already proud heritage. Having a home of its own offers limitless possibilities for their students, faculty and staff.” During the event, Gerald Cimmino the Treasurer of the BFEF announced that the construction of the school’s gymnasium is slated to begin in October, 2019 with completion of the project expected in the spring of 2020.
Upon the momentous occasion of the school’s opening, Mrs. Heather Zolnowski, the Executive Director of the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School expressed her sincere gratitude to the volunteer members of the project’s leadership team for the time, energy and determination they poured into this project.
“This building affords us the ability to strengthen our academic program, to build hands on experiences into our academic goals and objectives, and to provide after hours programming to support our students and families. This new property will allow us to strengthen the culture we have built over the last 24 years. I am so incredibly grateful to everyone who had a part in bringing this dream to fruition.”
Special awards were issued to Roger Stone, Senior Vice President at Citizens Bank as well as the Tappin and Cimmino families for their extraordinary dedication to the school over the last seven years of the expansion project.
Following the ceremonial ribbon cutting invited guests received guided tours of the facility led by members of the Educational Foundation, and school board, as well as school administration.
The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School opened in 1995 and is one of the original 13 Charter Schools in the state of Massachusetts. Priority in the school's annual enrollment lottery is given first to siblings of current students, then to residents of Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Holliston, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millis, Millville, Norfolk, Plainville, Upton, Walpole, and Wrentham.
The rigorous educational program at BFCCPS offers a strategic partnership with parents, foreign language instruction, commitment to arts education, character education, and community service activities.
For the 2019-2020 academic year, BFCCPS has increased enrollment from 50 students to 92 students per grade in grades Kindergarten through grade five. Applications for the 2020-2021 school year will go live on November 1, 2019.
About Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School’s mission is to assist parents in their role as the primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does. Learn more at www.bfccps.org or visit us on Facebook.
I was able to participate in the opening and a few of my photos are here. I'll have more later. More photos from the event made available by BFCCPS can be found online https://photos.app.goo.gl/x1hZV4KVa7NPgjJY8
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| ribbon ceremony |
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| the commons, multipurpose meeting and cafeteria space view from second floor |
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| new school sign at the entrance |
DJ Mike to Entertain at St. John’s Summer Block Party - Aug 25
Music and Fun Maker DJ Mike will be spinning the music at St. John’s Summer Block Party set for Sunday, August 25 from 12:30-3:30. His music plays from 1:00-3:00.
The very popular DJ Mike will entertain and have your kids dancing and moving with his music and amusing challenges. DJ Mike always plays a good mix of current songs that kids and teens love.
Plus, visitors can enjoy fun games such as corn hole and spike ball in the front lawn. Snacks and drinks will be provided for adults and children. The block party is free and open to the community.
Bring your friends and neighbors. It’s the perfect way to end the summer and celebrate as the kids get ready to go back to school. See you at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St., Franklin.
For more info or directions: Call 508-528-2387
Visit on Facebook at St John’s Episcopal Church
See the website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org
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The very popular DJ Mike will entertain and have your kids dancing and moving with his music and amusing challenges. DJ Mike always plays a good mix of current songs that kids and teens love.
Plus, visitors can enjoy fun games such as corn hole and spike ball in the front lawn. Snacks and drinks will be provided for adults and children. The block party is free and open to the community.
Bring your friends and neighbors. It’s the perfect way to end the summer and celebrate as the kids get ready to go back to school. See you at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St., Franklin.
For more info or directions: Call 508-528-2387
Visit on Facebook at St John’s Episcopal Church
See the website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org
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| DJ Mike to Entertain at St. John’s Summer Block Party - Aug 25 |
The Newcomers are back! - Wednesday, September 11
Come join your friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends monthly Meeting. Meet us upstairs at "3" Restaurant on Wednesday, September 11th at 7:30 PM.
No need to be a newcomer to the area . . . and no need to RSVP. Come join us and have fun while you make connections in your community. We are a multi-generational club offering a wide range of activities for all ages with an emphasis on fun and camaraderie. We are a 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 the 2nd Wednesday of the month (occasionally we switch Wednesdays to accommodate holidays or speakers).
We run our meetings September through May. We meet at "3" Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin, upstairs in a private room. Complimentary hot appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available.
Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. Look for us on our website www.franklinnewcomers.com, or on our Facebook page or on Meetup.com, Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club.
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| The Newcomers are back! |
Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us the 2nd Wednesday of the month (occasionally we switch Wednesdays to accommodate holidays or speakers).
We run our meetings September through May. We meet at "3" Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin, upstairs in a private room. Complimentary hot appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available.
Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. Look for us on our website www.franklinnewcomers.com, or on our Facebook page or on Meetup.com, Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club.
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Affordable housing - What can Franklin do?
Yes, Franklin is sitting above the 40B line at 11.89% per Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. The percent has been known to vary. With additional residential building underway, the number can and will change.
At the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday (coincidentally), a proposal for 100+ apartments was discussed for the former Keigan auto dealership with no affordable housing as part of the proposal.
Affordable housing should be part of the "What will Franklin look like in 2028?" discussion. Will today's children growing up here, be able to come back after college (assuming they choose that one of many routes), and afford to live here?
Franklin is not alone in this situation, a report in the Milford Daily News today shows the median home price across MA is now approaching $440,000.
Maybe Franklin can begin like Salem has.
Part 1 - https://youtu.be/5ikt11DXzCw
Part 2 - https://youtu.be/BH7cHgUogv8
Part 3 - https://youtu.be/KEBgh6BUleM
Part 4 - https://youtu.be/0417u4hhqLY
At the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday (coincidentally), a proposal for 100+ apartments was discussed for the former Keigan auto dealership with no affordable housing as part of the proposal.
Affordable housing should be part of the "What will Franklin look like in 2028?" discussion. Will today's children growing up here, be able to come back after college (assuming they choose that one of many routes), and afford to live here?
Franklin is not alone in this situation, a report in the Milford Daily News today shows the median home price across MA is now approaching $440,000.
"Massachusetts home sale agreements shot up 9% in July, compared to a year ago, and the median price of a single-family home put under agreement last month rose to almost $440,000."https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190814/median-mass-home-price-is-nearly-440k
Maybe Franklin can begin like Salem has.
"The city of Salem has released a four-part video series to help residents better understand the housing shortage and the importance of creating affordable housing policies for the culturally and economically diverse city.https://www.mma.org/salem-video-series-raises-housing-challenges/
“Homes for Salem,” produced by the city with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, is a part of a larger community conversation about housing challenges and possible solutions, said Mayor Kimberley Driscoll.
“It’s making people stop and think about what is happening in the community, especially those who may not be directly impacted,” Driscoll said. “It puts a face on the housing challenge by having those affected tell their story.”
Part 1 - https://youtu.be/5ikt11DXzCw
Part 2 - https://youtu.be/BH7cHgUogv8
Part 3 - https://youtu.be/KEBgh6BUleM
Part 4 - https://youtu.be/0417u4hhqLY
FSPA Celebrates 35th Anniversary
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will celebrate its 35th Anniversary Season beginning in September. Since 1985, FSPA has been dedicated to the enjoyment of the arts for all ages and to the artistic growth and development of young people. Founded by Director Raye Lynn Mercer and built upon the notion that arts experiences are an integral part of a well-rounded education, FSPA provides a nurturing environment where students grow skills for the stage – and for life.
Children develop a sense of independence and accomplishment at an early age, while gaining confidence, poise, and self-esteem. The performing arts impart life skills, expanding students’ ability to communicate effectively, whether in the secondary school classroom or other public speaking opportunities. The arts also enhance creativity and imagination, developing improvisatory skills to navigate a rapidly changing world.
With a distinguished faculty of Boston-area artists, expansive roster of classes and extensive calendar of wide-ranging performance opportunities, FSPA serves students of all ages and levels of ability, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study.
FSPA’s Music Department offers private voice lessons and instruction on all instruments, along with group voice classes, music theory and chamber music, jazz, and percussion ensembles. Performing opportunities for singers include the FSPA Glee Club, studio voice recitals, opera scenes, acoustic coffee houses, and musical theater showcases. FSPA’s innovative Little Music School program teaches children as young as 18 months to play the piano and offers creative and engaging general music classes for children ages 1-5.
The Dance Department provides programs for all ages and levels in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, commercial dance, dance for musical theater, and contemporary, and also features classes for boys, adults and beginner teens. Performance opportunities include Spring Concert, Ballet Conservatory performances, Next Step and CenterStage ensembles, and FSPA Dance Company. Many dancers are also cast, by audition, in Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring professional orchestra and special guest artists.
For drama students, beginning in kindergarten, FSPA offers an extensive range of acting and musical theater classes that build performance skills and explore theater games, improvisation, character development, and scene work. Musical theater troupes for students in grades 5-12 are cast each year, with annual performance trips to Walt Disney World for select ensembles. FSPA students also perform, through audition, in Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual season of shows alongside FSPA alumni, professional performers, and Broadway guests.
Alumni of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts have gone on to Broadway, national tours, extensive regional theater, professional opera, TV and feature film, professional dance companies, and more.
For more information, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Follow FSPA on Facebook, Instagram (@fspaonline), Twitter (@fspaonline), and YouTube.
Children develop a sense of independence and accomplishment at an early age, while gaining confidence, poise, and self-esteem. The performing arts impart life skills, expanding students’ ability to communicate effectively, whether in the secondary school classroom or other public speaking opportunities. The arts also enhance creativity and imagination, developing improvisatory skills to navigate a rapidly changing world.
With a distinguished faculty of Boston-area artists, expansive roster of classes and extensive calendar of wide-ranging performance opportunities, FSPA serves students of all ages and levels of ability, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study.
FSPA’s Music Department offers private voice lessons and instruction on all instruments, along with group voice classes, music theory and chamber music, jazz, and percussion ensembles. Performing opportunities for singers include the FSPA Glee Club, studio voice recitals, opera scenes, acoustic coffee houses, and musical theater showcases. FSPA’s innovative Little Music School program teaches children as young as 18 months to play the piano and offers creative and engaging general music classes for children ages 1-5.
The Dance Department provides programs for all ages and levels in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, commercial dance, dance for musical theater, and contemporary, and also features classes for boys, adults and beginner teens. Performance opportunities include Spring Concert, Ballet Conservatory performances, Next Step and CenterStage ensembles, and FSPA Dance Company. Many dancers are also cast, by audition, in Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring professional orchestra and special guest artists.
For drama students, beginning in kindergarten, FSPA offers an extensive range of acting and musical theater classes that build performance skills and explore theater games, improvisation, character development, and scene work. Musical theater troupes for students in grades 5-12 are cast each year, with annual performance trips to Walt Disney World for select ensembles. FSPA students also perform, through audition, in Franklin Performing Arts Company’s annual season of shows alongside FSPA alumni, professional performers, and Broadway guests.
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| FSPA Celebrates 35th Anniversary |
Alumni of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts have gone on to Broadway, national tours, extensive regional theater, professional opera, TV and feature film, professional dance companies, and more.
For more information, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Follow FSPA on Facebook, Instagram (@fspaonline), Twitter (@fspaonline), and YouTube.
Quick Summary: Economic Development Meeting - Aug 14, 2019
I chose to use Twitter to capture the highlights of the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Assuming the audio recording works out, I'll share that later. In the meantime, the two main topics were discussed in the approx hour and 20 minute session.
I managed to grab a photo of both the draft site plan drawing and a rendition of a proposed building for the former Keigan location. Understand that both are 'draft' and may change during the life of the proposal.
I managed to grab a photo of both the draft site plan drawing and a rendition of a proposed building for the former Keigan location. Understand that both are 'draft' and may change during the life of the proposal.
Economic development committee meeting starting #edc0814 pic.twitter.com/5NhgDeFExb— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) August 14, 2019
Full EDC membership for meeting with 20 plus others in attendance this evening to discuss plastic bag ban proposal. Idea of a subcommittee to look at overall solid waste issue in lieu of this proposal brought forward #edc0814— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) August 14, 2019
Draft proposal for former Keigan lot is a mixed use development with restaurants and apartments. Issue is with the 100+ units and it not including affordable housing puts us on the path of jeopardizing the 40B percentage we achieved #EDC0814— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) August 14, 2019
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| from the back of the Training Room, almost a full house with 20+ folks |
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| camera snapshot of the draft plans for the former Keigan location |
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| camera snapshot of the photo rendition shared at the meeting, the rendition may change as the proposal works its way through the process |
MassBudget: Statement on Federal Public Charge Ruling
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Exploring Villa Matilde Wines - Aug 22
Exploring Villa Matilde Wines
August 22 , 7 - 9 PM
Host: Ciro Pirone
A Franklin Wine Club sit down wine tasting event held in the Franklin Liquors Wine Room.
$5 per person RSVP required
The name itself Campania felix, coined by the Romans implied the importance that this fertile land has had throughout history. Since the times of Julius Caesar the highly esteemed wines of Campania were consumed and exported to faraway lands, the Romans had already created a mapping of the most important sites for wine production and above all was the Falernum.
After centuries of fame and success, Falernum disappears from existence due to phylloxera and it isn't till the early 1960's and the incredible dedication of the Avallone family to recover such an important piece of history, and finally Falernum (aka Falerno del Massico) relieves.
Today the Villa Matilde properties extend beyond the area of Massico, also representing the territories of Benevento where Falanghina and Aglianico thrive as well as the major appellations of Irpinia, such as Greco di Tufo, Fiano di Avellino and Taurasi.
Come explore 7 wines with us!
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/263371469/
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| Exploring Villa Matilde Wines - Aug 22 |
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Franklin Election 2019: What does a Constable do?
It was interesting to do the research on what a constable does. I know of them. There is no reference in the 2018 Annual Report. The initial search on the Town of Franklin web page turned up some weird results, but a second search did better.
From the Town of Franklin Constable page
https://www.franklinma.gov/constables
"Constables help assist various law enforcement agencies serve notices. Constables are all bonded and may serve, within the Cities or Towns in which they are appointed or elected, the following:
Constables may be appointed to serve all process under Rule 4-c of the Federal and Mass. Rules of Civil Procedure and the appropriate motion for use in obtaining this appointment may be found at http://www.constables-mbca.org/special-process-server-appt.php"
There are three positions of Constable and all three are up for election in November
Find more information on the Franklin Election Nov 5, 2019 in the "election collection"
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/07/franklin-election-collection-2019.html
From the Town of Franklin Constable page
https://www.franklinma.gov/constables
"Constables help assist various law enforcement agencies serve notices. Constables are all bonded and may serve, within the Cities or Towns in which they are appointed or elected, the following:
- All Summons and Complaints with maximum Ad Damnum allowed by law
- Writs and Trustee Process
- Real Estate Attachments
- Land Court Process
- Executions
- Supplementary Process in any Amount
- Small Claims Notices and Notices To Show Cause
- All Process under G.L. Chapter 239
- Summary Process, Ejectments, etc.
- Notices of all kinds and Demands
- Capias
- Probate Court Process, Domestic Relations
- Subpoenas, Criminal, Civil, and Federal,and other certain Writs and Papers from the District Courts, the Superior, Supreme Judicial, and the United States District Courts
Constables may be appointed to serve all process under Rule 4-c of the Federal and Mass. Rules of Civil Procedure and the appropriate motion for use in obtaining this appointment may be found at http://www.constables-mbca.org/special-process-server-appt.php"
There are three positions of Constable and all three are up for election in November
Find more information on the Franklin Election Nov 5, 2019 in the "election collection"
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/07/franklin-election-collection-2019.html
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| Franklin Election 2019: What does a Constable do? |
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