Davis Thayer Reuse Cmte wants to keep the building, lease the land, and do something for arts & culture (video)

The Davis Thayer Reuse Advisory Subcommittee met as scheduled on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 to complete their charge before their authorization expired on June 30.

The Franklin TV recording is available ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cruuseXmHqc

1. Expressions of Interest Presentations

a. 7:00 to 7:20 - Dean College combined with Camford Property Group  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/rei_davis_thayer_letter_of_interest_proposal_narrative_and_project_description_-_dean_college.pdf

b. 7:20 to 7:40 - Pennrose, LLC  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/pennrose.pdf

c. 7:40 to 8:00 - HFA and TMC Properties   

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/tmc_hfa_davis_thayer_submission_email.pdf

2. Final Recommendation to the Town Council - the draft was revised to remove "if possible", change the date from Dec to June 30, change # of proposals from 4 to 3 and approved as amended. Other typos were to be sent to Town Administrator Jamie Hellen to include in the updated version. The amended version was approved via roll call vote (one member was remote) 9-0.

a. Draft Letter   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/2024-06-26_davis-thayer_reuse_committee_recommendation.pdf

My notes can be found in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-v2wyKzAdoDYv68PiueotKmBFbdIeuLA/view?usp=drive_link

Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee scheduled to meet Tuesday, June 25 at 7 PM

Ryan Martin: "Fran Bositis takes his final bow after 53 years as Franklin’s boys’ soccer coach"

"As a fresh-faced 23-year-old finding his way after graduating from UMass Amherst, coaching soccer was not on the mind of Fran Bositis in 1971.

But then Franklin High athletic director Jerry Leone had limited options for Bositis, the new physical education teacher at the middle school next door.

Bositis wanted to join the coaching staff of the school’s well-established football team. But Leone could only offer Bositis the lead on boys’ varsity soccer, which was in its second year of existence.

Fifty-three years, 532 career wins, and countless athletes impacted later, Bositis recently stepped down as coach.

“It’s time to move on and start a new chapter,” said the 76-year-old Bositis. “It was never a job to me, it was my hobby because I’m not a golfer and I don’t fish.”

Continue reading the article at the Boston Globe (subscription maybe required)   https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/06/25/sports/fran-bositis-takes-his-final-bow-after-52-years-franklins-boys-soccer-coach/

https://x.com/GlobeSchools/status/1805727908872286307

Ryan Martin: "Fran Bositis takes his final bow after 53 years as Franklin’s boys’ soccer coach"

2024 HockomockSports Baseball Awards recognizes FHS' Cinelli, Caccavelli & Campbell

2024 HockomockSports.com Baseball Awards recognize the following Franklin High School athletes:

Rex Cinelli – Franklin – Outfield

Franklin senior Rex Cinelli wrapped up a tremendous athletic career with a strong final spring. Cinelli, who earned HockomockSports.com Player of the Year in the fall for boys soccer, was a great leader for the Panthers this spring, who reached the tournament yet again. Defensively, he was reliable and covered a lot of ground in center field. Offensively, he had 26 hits and finished with a 0.342 batting average, including a pair of doubles, along with 10 RBI, 12 runs, seven walks, and 11 stolen bases. “Rex has been a two-year starter, batted in the middle of our lineup, and was our most consistent run producer,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “He was an elite defender in center field, but more importantly he’s a tireless worker and a great leader.”

Dom Caccavelli – Franklin – Infield

Franklin senior Dom Caccavelli ended his high school career on a high note, emerging into a key piece for the Panthers this season. Caccavelli provided strong defense while playing at second base and primarily hit second in the lineup, helping set the table for Franklin’s offense. During the 2024 season, he hit 0.328 on 19 hits, including a pair of hits. He scored 18 runs and drove in seven runs, also drawing 13 walks and stealing 13 bases. “Dom is a worker and leader and maximized his ability,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “He’s always been steady defensively but this year he made significant strides offensively and led our team in runs scored, stolen bases, and walks. Dom really had a great all-around senior season.”

Austin Campbell – Franklin – Pitcher

Franklin senior Austin Campbell was one of the toughest pitchers to have success against this year and helped the Panthers get back to the state tournament yet again this season. His record (3-5) was not indicative of his dominance on the mound this year as he led the Hockomock League with 88 strikeouts, allowing a total of just 31 hits and 17 earned runs. He finished his senior season with a 2.13 ERA. “Austin has tremendous stuff on the hill,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “Which is evident by his high strikeout totals and low hit totals. Austin is a great competitor who always wants the ball in big games and big spots. He will be greatly missed.”

For the complete listing of Baseball Awards  -> (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/awards/baseball/2024-2/

2024 HockomockSports Baseball Awards recognizes FHS' Cinelli, Caccavelli & Campbell

"Where's the Toast?!" Memory Cafe Weds, June 26 at 1:30 PM

"Where's the Toast?!" Memory Cafe

Hello Friends,

Please join us at our monthly Memory Cafe tomorrow, Wed. June 26 at 1:30 PM.  

Please note the time change this month.  

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please RSVP so I know you are attending.  

Thank you,

Ariel

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Ariel Doggett

Programming / Volunteer Coordinator

Phone: 508-520-4945

Fax: 508-520-4917

https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

    

More Perfect Union - wfpr.fm: 97 - Juneteenth (audio)

In this episode, the group and guest Dr. Kenneth Elmore discuss the history of Juneteenth, what this day means to so many people, the politics around it, how it influences and brings to light certain issues in America, and much more.

Audio link -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episode/97-juneteenth

wfpr.fm: A More Perfect Union (audio)

More Perfect Union - WFPR

Discussing American Politics and Current Events

Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, Jeff Roy, Chris Woolf and Nick Remissong host a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.

Find all the More Perfect Union episodes online -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episodes  or subscribe with your favorite podcast app

Pride Month Musical Bingo - June 26 at 5 PM

"TIME CHANGE!!

It's Pride Month, it's summer, and we're ready to celebrate! 

Join us for a special edition of musical bingo featuring LGBTQIA+ musical icons!"

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/pride-month-musical-bingo

Pride Month Musical Bingo - June 26 at 5 PM

The Fourth of July: 2024 - Franklin, MA featured in listing from Census

via the Census Bureau:

"On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As we celebrate this Independence Day, we reflect on how our Founding Fathers enshrined in our Constitution the importance of data as a vital tool for measuring America.

Most of the following facts are possible thanks to responses to U.S. Census Bureau censuses and surveys. We appreciate the public’s cooperation as we continuously measure our people, places and economy. "

Continue reading the fun facts from the Census Bureau ->     https://www.census.gov/newsroom/facts-for-features/2024/fourth-of-july.html

The Fourth of July: 2024 - Franklin, MA featured in listing from Census

Rainforest reptiles scheduled to appear at the Library, June 26 at 10:30 AM

"Travel with us to the different rain forests around the world and meet the alligators, turtles, snakes and more that call these places home!

Real, LIVE Animal Fun for All Ages!"

Rainforest reptiles scheduled to appear at the Library, June 26 at 10:30 AM

Shared from ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/rainforest-reptiles-1 

Franklin Police Patrol Association set their 9th annual golf fund raiser for July 8

"The Franklin Police Patrol Association is hosting their annual golf tournament July 8th.  

Visit their Facebook page or scan the QR code for more information!"

Direct link to register -> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/franklin-police-patrolmens-union-golf-tournament-tickets-906427568257

 Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/franklinmapolice/posts/pfbid02gk37BG3d4crgVYrPbZqwfUKgRtREmoMvCqBpbq1UUhfkjr4afAo7xpRGKU8uCWfJl 

Franklin Police Patrol Association set their 9th annual golf fund raiser for July 8

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, June 26, 2024

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

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)

• This slot features  a discussion on control, competition, and convenience on the proposed BJs license transfer ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/06/discussion-of-control-competition.html

10:00 AM 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone    All about wine, its culture, lore and finer point.

• In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi interview Neil Rogers   ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/06/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_02085644148.html

11:00 AM 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock

Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 3 PM)

• This slot features the latest Making Sense of Climate episode #46 in the series -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/06/in-this-episode-we-go-from-elections-to.html

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY

7:30 am Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan

8:30 am Memorial Day 2024

10:00 am Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Rigatoni Alforno

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 8

3:30 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022

5:00 pm Memorial Day Breakfast 2024

6:30 pm FHS Graduation 2024

9:30 pm BEN4 Franklin Launch

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel           (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY

8:30 am Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Task Force

11:00 am Public School Event: Concert Hour Day 1

12:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

1:30 pm Tri County Graduation 2024

3:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball: v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24

5:30 pm FHS Graduation 2024

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel  (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY

8:00 am Town Council 05-22-24

1:00 pm Town Council 05-22-24

5:30 pm  Master Plan Committee  3RD FLOOR  871 0718 1872

7:00 pm Town Council  CHAMBERS  853 3891 3455

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

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, June 25, 2024?

Tuesday, June 25

2:30pm Rainbow Cafe (Franklin Senior Center)

6:00pm Charcuterie Class Fundraiser (The Shed)

7:00pm Musical Bingo (Raillery Public House)

**  Town Meetings today

• Design Review Meeting Agenda (Virtual Only)

Event Date:  Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/drc_agenda_6-25-2024.pdf

• Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee (Council Chambers)

Event Date:  Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/davis_thayer_committee_meeting_agenda_-_june_25_2024_0.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

Did you miss the chamber opera Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter? (video)

Franklin TV recorded the performance on Sunday, June 9, 2024 and you can view it here -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UpWO9MDseg

Listen to the interview previewing the world premiere production with the composer and conductor ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/06/jon-and-luis-talk-about-chamber-opera.html

The program PDF ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/13UyjkG6CyzR0iMW21nIlPk_niEHj0x1N/view?usp=drive_link

Photos of the production -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/UJBLANPxbdPREJbs5

scene from the chamber opera Marry Anning: Fossil Hunter

More Perfect Union - wfpr.fm: 96 - Democrats vs Republicans (audio)

In this episode, the group discusses many topics when taking a deep dive into Democrats vs Republicans, such as presidential elections, immigration, bills, and much more.

Audio link -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episode/96-democrats-vs-republicans

Franklin.TV: A More Perfect Union (audio)

More Perfect Union - WFPR

Discussing American Politics and Current Events

Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, Jeff Roy, Chris Woolf and Nick Remissong host a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.

Find all the More Perfect Union episodes online -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episodes  or subscribe with your favorite podcast app

Find other wfpr.fm podcasts on the wfpr page ->   https://wfpr.fm/wfpr_v3_011.htm

Franklin's Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies - May 2025 (video)

The Franklin TV recording of the Memorial Day 2024 parade and ceremonies on the Town Common after the parade, is available for your viewing pleasure ->   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAWBlhHF9Nc

The Memorial Day 2024 Program (PDF) ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11SRqPd_2ANSeQqaOsW4FHra-1PIPLcDv/view?usp=drive_link 

The "honor roll" of those veterans who passed during the prior year

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11YJ47V0TmSbAvgdM_9zcP7sDlg6vQRWN/view?usp=drive_link 

Franklin Matters' photos (for both the parade & ceremony) are found in one album ->  https://photos.app.goo.gl/J2La1uNmGpJrZhLj7 

Summer Sunday Worship Series starts with "Equity's Call" scheduled for June 30, 2024

First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is pleased to announce our Summer Sunday Worship Series for June 30, 2024 through July, 2024.  

Please join us each Sunday as we explore the Unitarian Universalist (UU) values of Equity, Transformation, Generosity, Interdependence, Justice, Pluralism and Love.

All services start at 10:00 AM.

Afterwards, please plan to stay for coffee, cookies and conversation.

UU Value of Equity: Equity’s Call

June 30, 2024 

Lay Leader: Marggi

Summer Sunday Worship Series starts with "Equity's Call" scheduled for June 30, 2024