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Friday, May 23, 2014
Legislative Alert!
Readers concur: they are winter moths ballooning
Thank you! The tiny tree destroyers were identified by several of you yesterday as 'winter moths'. The collection of comments or emails are included here.
The best full description I found comes from UMASS Amherst:
You can read the full and complete article here
https://extension.umass.edu/
Here is the Weston Nursery link mentioned above
http://westonnurseries.com/
It is likely that what I have been showing as maple blight has indeed been the increasing influences of the winter moth.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/05/saving-american-chestnut-tree.html
The UMASS Amherst article outlines the treatment options for the various stages. As these caterpillars are already out, it seems the best thing to do now it to wrap the trees with a band to prevent them from climbing up.
Thanks for all the feedback, the sharing of knowledge like this is a great example of what I try to do. There is more power together than alone!
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| winter moth going back to ground "ballooning" |
Steve, the tiny leaf destroyers are the Winter Moths! They have been around for at least the past 5 years and come out at the same time the trees start to bud, so before the leaf can grow to full size, they are decimated. It makes me CRAZY! My trees look awful already.
The thousands of small grey moths that are around during the annual warm stretch in November (always around Thanksgiving) they lay their eggs, and after the first 3 warm days in the spring they hatch, by the millions. And they leave a mess as well, because what goes in, must come out! Ugh, I HATE THEM!--------------
Winter moth caterpillar. Stripped my maple. See Weston Nursery web site or Facebook page for description and treatment option. Very bad this year.--------------
Hi Steve. It seems like a kind of leafroller to me. If I remember correctly, the leaves on trees on Franklin Common (and in many other places in Franklin) had many holes in them last year. They have been attacking my Japanese Maple tree for a few years now.--------------
I believe the worms on the trees turn into the winter moths that have invaded the northeast U.S.…
http://wpri.com/2014/05/21/winter-moths-eating-rhode-island-tree-leaves/
The best full description I found comes from UMASS Amherst:
It is estimated that winter moth eggs hatch between 20-50 growing degree days (base 50) in Massachusetts. Typically, this can occur any time from late March (during atypically warm springs) into the second or third week in April (cool springs). The tiny (less than 1 mm) caterpillars then spin a small silk strand and become air-buoyant and are carried upwards on air currents into the tree canopy where they then try to “weasel” between the bud scales, bracts, etc. to get into the buds. They do not chew their way in via an entrance hole. If buds are not yet swollen enough for them to gain access, these small larvae will then spin down from the tree on a silken thread and be carried away by the wind, which is a dispersal process known as ballooning.
This is the stage where high levels of injury to the host plant can occur. The longer that the buds stay swollen but unopened, there is a greater potential for feeding injury. Winter moths will enter both leaf and flower buds. For blueberry growers, this is the most critical stage of winter moth activity. If flower buds sustain heavy feeding, there will be no flowers and thus no fruit. There are no known controls for winter moth in this life stage.
You can read the full and complete article here
https://extension.umass.edu/
Here is the Weston Nursery link mentioned above
http://westonnurseries.com/
It is likely that what I have been showing as maple blight has indeed been the increasing influences of the winter moth.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/05/saving-american-chestnut-tree.html
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| winter moth damage on a red maple |
Thanks for all the feedback, the sharing of knowledge like this is a great example of what I try to do. There is more power together than alone!
Business After Hours at Dean College
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| United Regional Chamber of Commerce |
The United Regional Chamber of Commerce has organized a Business After Hours at Dean College, sponsored by Milford National Bank and Dean College, on June 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The networking event will be held in the concourse of the Dean College Campus Center.
The cost is $5 for members; $10 for non-members.
Additional information about the United Regional Chamber can be found on their web page
Additional information about Dean College can be found on their web page
Mission Fund Raiser
Mission Saints Sergius and Bacchus, the parent mission of the Franciscans of Divine Mercy has established a fund raiser to help them replace their aging and now deemed dangerous mission vehicle.
Without transportation they are not able to make their weekly visitations to the nursing homes, hospices and shut-ins all over the tri valley and metro west region they serve celebrating Mass and distributing Eucharist.
To date their fund raiser to obtain a reliable vehicle to resume fully their ministry to nursing homes, shut-ins, hospices and those often marginalized by society is $150 (one hundred fifty dollars) toward their goal of at least $5000.
They would also be more than happy to receive a donation of a reliable vehicle in good condition. All donations are tax deductible, a donated vehicle would be credited at Fair Market Value.
Below is the link to make a donation.
https://www.youcaring.com/nonprofits/deposit-for-mission-vehicle/180847
Pax et Bonum
Peace & All God's Goodness be with you
Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD
Mission Saints Sergius & Bacchus
Divine Mercy Old Catholic Parish
Independent Catholic Church of the Americas
Link to Fr. Bob's Weekly TV show
http://www.youtube.com/user/RevBobJohn
Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriarBobJohn
Mission Web Site www.missionstsergius.org
Franciscan Web Site www.franciscansdivinemercy.org
ICCA Seminary Link http://www.iccamericas.org/seminary/
Diocese Office: http://stjosephcupertino.com/index.html
Peace & All God's Goodness be with you
Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD
Mission Saints Sergius & Bacchus
Divine Mercy Old Catholic Parish
Independent Catholic Church of the Americas
Link to Fr. Bob's Weekly TV show
http://www.youtube.com/user/RevBobJohn
Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriarBobJohn
Mission Web Site www.missionstsergius.org
Franciscan Web Site www.franciscansdivinemercy.org
ICCA Seminary Link http://www.iccamericas.org/seminary/
Diocese Office: http://stjosephcupertino.com/index.html
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Noah's Ninjas...Kicking Cancer in the Butt!
Noah's Ninjas...Kicking Cancer in the Butt!
Hello! My name is Rosalyn Smith. My little brother, Noah Smith, was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma Cancer the week of January 13th. This was a big change for everyone.
Noah is being treated at Jimmy fund Clinic and is doing very well. The Jimmy Fund Clinic at Dana-Farber treats pediatric oncology outpatients and through a unique collaboration, Jimmy Fund Clinic patients receive inpatient care when needed at nearby Boston Children's Hospital.
We have been so grateful for all the dinners made, the cards, and the gifts were just astonishing. A lot of people want to help and this is a perfect opportunity for kids and adults (Noah's friends or mine or even anyone else) to show their support to Noah.
Please consider clicking on the link to join the team or donating to support the team. I would love for you to join us and ride along with Noah's Ninjas-here to kick Cancer in the butt!
http://www.kids.pmc.org/franklin.aspx
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| PMC Kids Rides |
Event Details
- Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin, MA
- Sunday, June 15, 2014 8:00am-12:00pm
- Ages 3-14
- Registration fee: $10
- Required fundraising minimum: $25, suggested: $40
- Heavy Hitter Qualification: $250
- Email contact: Lisa Marchioni
The Franklin Connection - June 2014
A new edition of The Franklin Connection has been published on the Town of Franklin web site.
Click the link below to read the latest edition.
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Senior/June14connection.pdf
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| Mobile Vision Clinic scheduled for June 6th |
Tiny leaf destroyers
On one of my morning walks, I was startled to see these threads hanging from a row of trees. The rising sun light was striking the threads such that they were visible. Multiple threads hanging from the trees. Swinging in the gentle breeze.
I couldn't get a view of the multiple threads. They were moving too much.
Not sure exactly what kind of bug these are but they do damage to the trees.
As I changed from my walking clothes to get dressed for work, I also found that one of theses had hitched a ride on me.
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| it was a challenge to try and get a photo |
I couldn't get a view of the multiple threads. They were moving too much.
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| A close up of the wormy creature |
Not sure exactly what kind of bug these are but they do damage to the trees.
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| having had a good meal on these leaves, I guess they were moving on |
Saluting Heroes for Memorial Day 2014 in Massachusetts
From the Mass.gov blog I find these suggestions for "Saluting Heroes for Memorial Day 2014 in Massachusetts"
For additional items on the listing you can read the full article here
http://blog.mass.gov/blog/history/saluting-heroes-for-memorial-day-2014-in-massachusetts/
First established as Decoration Day to observe the sacrifices of those who fought in the Civil War, Memorial Day has become a national holiday to commemorate all men and women who have served in the American military. While there are many ways to celebrate our heroes in the Commonwealth, here are a few things to do this Memorial Day, May 26:
- Explore the Veterans History Project online. This program collects and preserves firsthand interviews with America’s veterans from World War I onward. You can even participate in the project by conducting your own interviews with veterans and hosting community events to gather veterans’ stories.
- Pay homage to those who fought in Vietnam at Green Hill Park’s beautiful four-acre Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial in Worcester.
- Go to South Boston’s Fort Independence, North America’s oldest continuously fortified fort, for a free guided tour of the Castle Island stronghold.
- Visit a veteran’s cemetery in Massachusetts to honor a veteran with the Memorial Day tradition of leaving red poppies at a gravesite.
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| Franklin 'doughboy' monument - photo from May 2009 |
For additional items on the listing you can read the full article here
http://blog.mass.gov/blog/history/saluting-heroes-for-memorial-day-2014-in-massachusetts/
Book Drive extended - 99 in Milford - benefits Dana Farber and Jimmy Fund
**** Our Book Sale has been extended for the entire week! We had such an amazing response and want to share the excitement with EVERYONE. Stop by a few times this week. We have MANY books to share that are still in boxes ****
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| Book Drive - Milford 99 - May 17-18 |
Stop by the 99 in Milford onMay 17th and 18thfrom 11am-4pm and check out our Book Drive to benefit The Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Jimmy Fund.
Lots of amazing books available to get you ready for your Memorial Day Trip reading pleasure!
Stock up on our summer reading material!
Toddler books, Children's books, teenage reading, Novels, books on travel, ...self-help books...the list goes on!
Wonderful author's such as:
- James Patterson
- Steven King
- John Grisham
- Danielle Steel to just name a few.
Stock up for summer! Find summer reading material for your students. Come check us out! We have LOADS of books!
We will also be collecting returnable cans and bottles at this time.
All proceeds from the Book Drive & Bottle and Can collection will be donated to The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Jimmy Fund.
Last year we raised $7,000. Help us reach our goal of $10,000 this year.
Via https://www.facebook.com/events/671104832957396/
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
FHS Boys Basketball Coach not returning next year
In case you missed it, Coach O'Connor was asked not to return as head coach for the boys basketball team at FHS next year.
Franklin Cub Scouts - Registration - May 31
Franklin Cub Scouts are holding a registration drive on Saturday, May 31st from 2-4pm on the Franklin Town Common, Main Street.
Cub Scouts
Scouting is a fun way to foster friendships, life skills and build character. For more information, contact Chris at scoutbotchis@verizon.net
For additional information on Pack 17, you can visit their webpage
http://pack17franklinma.scoutlander.com/publicsite/unithome.aspx?UID=24129
Last Chance to register and Save 50% on YPO @Twenty8 on 5/21/2014!
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FHS Spring sports results - May 20
The spring sports results for Franklin High School from Tuesday, May 20th as reported by Hockomock Sports.
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Tennis
Girls Tennis
For the full slate of Hockomock results visit this page
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-052014
Boys Lacrosse
Franklin, 12 @ Newton North, 11 - Final (OT)
Boys Tennis
Franklin, 4 @ King Philip, 1 - Final - Kyle Paniscio (Franklin) won 7-6 (7-5), 6-0 at first singles, Rahul Herer (Franklin) won 7-5, 7-6 (7-5) at second singles and Sean Barker (Franklin) won 6-0, 6-0 at third singles. Tom Mancini and Brian Barker (Franklin) won 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 at first singles and the team of Nate Gee and Ross Carey (King Philip) won 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 at second doubles.
Girls Tennis
Franklin, 2 @ Foxboro, 3 - Final
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| view of the new Franklin High School under construction |
For the full slate of Hockomock results visit this page
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-052014
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Spruce Pond - two views
Walking Sunday, I found my way to the inside of Spruce Pond to take this photo looking towards King St
The view from King St was able to capture a more dramatic view of the clouds in the sky.
The Spruce Pond Creamery can be seen in the distance in the second view.
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| reflections on Spruce Pond |
The view from King St was able to capture a more dramatic view of the clouds in the sky.
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| reflections on Spruce Pond |
Road crack seal
One of the methods of extending the life of a road was observed on my walk Sunday afternoon. The crack seal had been freshly laid on Everett St (off Union St near King St).
The DPW road program was outlined earlier this year at the Town Council meeting March 19th. The presentation document and my notes can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/03/live-reporting-dpw-update-initiative.html
FYI - speaking of roads, RT 140 between Beaver and Union St was shut down Monday night as the state worked on the road. They were grinding up the surface to prepare to repave. I had been on RT 140 on Saturday and did not see any notification of such work coming. Nor had it started. It was needed. I do distinctly recall navigating within the lane to avoid potholes. As most of the stretch from the i495 to Beaver was already scrapped up, they must have worked quickly on Sunday.
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| crack seal on Everett St |
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/03/live-reporting-dpw-update-initiative.html
FYI - speaking of roads, RT 140 between Beaver and Union St was shut down Monday night as the state worked on the road. They were grinding up the surface to prepare to repave. I had been on RT 140 on Saturday and did not see any notification of such work coming. Nor had it started. It was needed. I do distinctly recall navigating within the lane to avoid potholes. As most of the stretch from the i495 to Beaver was already scrapped up, they must have worked quickly on Sunday.
FHS Spring Sports - results Monday, May 19th
Hockomock Sports reports on the spring results from Monday. In particular, the Franklin High School results are as follows:
Baseball
Softball
Boys Lacrosse
Girls Lacrosse
Boys Tennis
Girls Tennis
The full slate of Hockomock League results from Monday, May 19th can be found here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-051914
Baseball
Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 1 - Final - Zane Byrne tossed a complete game shutout for the Panthers, allowing five hits and striking out five while walking just one. Mansfield's Jeff Perillo also pitched a gem, allowing just one run in the loss. Senior Drew Inglesi (2-3) had the lone RBI of the game, knocking in senior Cam Kelley for the lone run.
Softball
Franklin, 7 @ Mansfield, 0 - Final - Lilly Criscione struck out nine for the win in the circle for the Panthers and connected on a two-run home run at the plate. Maddie Connelly went 2-3 with two runs and Olivia DiGiacomo was 1-3 with an RBI double.
Boys Lacrosse
Attleboro, 2 @ Franklin, 20 - Final
Girls Lacrosse
Franklin, 20 @ Attleboro, 2 - Final - Maegen Schmauder scored five goals to eclipse the 100 career goal mark. 11 different Panthers scored goals and 15 different players had points. Alex Mitchell and Dani Lonati both played well in net.
Boys Tennis
Franklin, 2 @ Mansfield, 3 - Final
Girls Tennis
Franklin, 3 @ Mansfield, 2 - Final
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| the new Franklin High School under construction |
The full slate of Hockomock League results from Monday, May 19th can be found here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-051914
Monday, May 19, 2014
Speakers Forum: Rep Jeff Roy - Jun 11, 2014
The fourth in a series of public talks hosted by the Franklin Odd Fellows:
Presenter: Jeffrey Roy, State Representative for Franklin and Medway
Date: June 11, 2014
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Franklin Public Library, Community Room (Downstairs)
Agenda:
General Information about State Rep. Roy: State Representative
You can print out the flyer for this talk
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczMGtPV1FEZG1NUkhJeXpmbEZ2elU2cmJRODFV/edit
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Franklin Odd Fellows |
Meet your State Representative
Presenter: Jeffrey Roy, State Representative for Franklin and Medway
Date: June 11, 2014
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Franklin Public Library, Community Room (Downstairs)
Agenda:
1. General Overview of Role as State Representative
2. Representative Roy’s Goals
3. First Term in Review
4. Future Initiatives
5. Questions & Answer Period
General Information about State Rep. Roy: State Representative
Jeffrey N. Roy was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 10th Norfolk District. It is his great honor and privilege to represent the residents of Franklin and Medway on Beacon Hill.
He has worked as an attorney in Massachusetts since 1986, and has operated a law firm, Ravech & Roy, P.C., with his long-time business partner since 1993. Their law firm is dedicated to vindicating the rights and expectations of consumers injured at home, work, or play. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) and the Massachusetts Bar Association.
In 2011, he was elected to the Town Council in Franklin, Massachusetts. In January 2012, he was selected to chair the town’s Master Plan Committee. Prior to that, he served on the School Committee, and served as its Chairman for 9 of his 10 years of service with that board. He also co-chaired Franklin’s Anti-Bullying Task Force.
He has been married to his wife Maureen for 24 years and is the proud father of three children, all educated in the Franklin public school system. His oldest graduated from Bates College in May 2012, and his middle daughter is in her second year at Boston College. His youngest is in his junior year at Franklin High.
He is also a bicycle rider in the annual Pan-Mass Challenge event, which raises money for the Jimmy Fund and he is a staunch advocate of development of the SNETT in Franklin and Bellingham.
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| Franklin Public Library |
You can print out the flyer for this talk
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczMGtPV1FEZG1NUkhJeXpmbEZ2elU2cmJRODFV/edit
6th Annual Parmenter 5K - June 1
The 6th Annual Parmenter 5K Run for All Ages is scheduled for June 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Parmenter School on Wachusett St.
You can register for the 6th Annual Parmenter 5K here
http://www.coolrunning.com/eventcal/event/6th-annual-parmenter-5k/
Or print the form here:
Yes, there are two races starting at the same time on the same day here in Franklin. The Franklin 5K will start at 10:00 AM on Washington St and the Parmenter 5K will start in front of the Parmenter School on Wachusett St.
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| student poster for the Parmenter 5K in 2012 |
You can register for the 6th Annual Parmenter 5K here
http://www.coolrunning.com/eventcal/event/6th-annual-parmenter-5k/
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| student poster for the Parmenter 5K in 2012 |
Or print the form here:
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| Getting ready at the starting line in 2012 |
Yes, there are two races starting at the same time on the same day here in Franklin. The Franklin 5K will start at 10:00 AM on Washington St and the Parmenter 5K will start in front of the Parmenter School on Wachusett St.
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