| The Library of Congress, in collaboration with educational organizations, today announced the launch of two new web- and mobile-based applications related to Congress and civics for use in K-12 classrooms.
The two new civics interactives are:
For more information:
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Thursday, September 13, 2018
Library of Congress Launches New Set of Educational Apps
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
The Amazing Story of the Franklin State Forest
The presentation copy that Alan Earls shared at the Franklin Historical Museum on Sunday, Sep 9, 2018 is shared here.
About 40 people participated in the presentation and discussion on Sunday. The daughter of Leonard Cook shared some highlights of his memoir reflecting on the time he had served in a CCC camp in western MA.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/08/second-sunday-speaker-series-continues.html
About 40 people participated in the presentation and discussion on Sunday. The daughter of Leonard Cook shared some highlights of his memoir reflecting on the time he had served in a CCC camp in western MA.
"Most people, of a certain age, know the term CCC. A public work relief program that operated from 1933 to 1942 in the United States for unemployed and unmarried men. There were CCC camps and environmental projects in every state. The project was responsible for planting more than three billion trees and constructed trails and shelters in more than 800 parks nationwide during its nine years of existence. These programs and projects helped to shape the modern national and state park systems we enjoy today. Join us to learn about Franklin's own CCC Camp and it's place in this program's history.
Contrary to what a casual observer might assume, the Franklin State Forest is not the forest primeval - undisturbed by humans -- but a "modern" invention – spawned by a 1914 act of the Massachusetts legislature that authorized gradual creation of state forests around the commonwealth. It was finally made a reality during the Great Depression through "bargain" land purchases and with plantings and improvements by President Roosevelt's Civilian Conservation Corps, which had a large encampment in town for a time. Further modest enlargements were made in the late 20th century.
Join us Sunday afternoon, September 9 at 1:15 as local historian Alan Earls, tells the forest's story through Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) records, maps, and film clips made in 1935 by Franklin's pioneer documentarian, Stanley Chilson."
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/08/second-sunday-speaker-series-continues.html
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| The Amazing Story of the Franklin State Forest |
FPAC welcomes Chaz Wolcott from SYTYCD for Disney’s Newsies
The Franklin Performing Arts Company will welcome Chaz Wolcott of So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) fame to choreograph their upcoming production of Disney’s Newsies. It had previously been announced that Broadway’s Clay Thomson would choreograph, but due to scheduling conflicts (Thomson will be joining the Original Broadway Cast of King Kong), Wolcott will be taking over.
Two days before graduating from Oklahoma City University’s prestigious Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Arts Management, Wolcott was offered the role of Mistoffelees on the National Tour of Cats. He was featured on FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance" where he jumped on Mary Murphy's Hot Tamale Train to the Academy in Season 14.
No stranger to Newsies Square, he spent two years touring as Buttons in the First National Tour of Disney’s Newsies, visiting 70 cities and performing over 750 performances. Wolcott is also featured in the live film version of the show from Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre, which was released in movie theaters as Disney's Newsies: The Broadway Musical.
As previously announced, FPAC’s production of Disney’s Newsies will star Broadway’s Christopher Rice (The Book of Mormon) as Jack Kelly. Disney’s Newsies runs October 13, 14 and 19-21 at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA.
To purchase tickets or for more information about Disney’s Newsies presented by the Franklin Performing Arts Company, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.fpaconline.com. You can follow FPAC on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
Two days before graduating from Oklahoma City University’s prestigious Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Arts Management, Wolcott was offered the role of Mistoffelees on the National Tour of Cats. He was featured on FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance" where he jumped on Mary Murphy's Hot Tamale Train to the Academy in Season 14.
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| FPAC welcomes Chaz Wolcott |
No stranger to Newsies Square, he spent two years touring as Buttons in the First National Tour of Disney’s Newsies, visiting 70 cities and performing over 750 performances. Wolcott is also featured in the live film version of the show from Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre, which was released in movie theaters as Disney's Newsies: The Broadway Musical.
As previously announced, FPAC’s production of Disney’s Newsies will star Broadway’s Christopher Rice (The Book of Mormon) as Jack Kelly. Disney’s Newsies runs October 13, 14 and 19-21 at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA.
To purchase tickets or for more information about Disney’s Newsies presented by the Franklin Performing Arts Company, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.fpaconline.com. You can follow FPAC on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk - Sep 29
In just two short weeks, the St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul will be holding its 8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk. The Walk, 1 ½ or 3 miles, is our only fund raiser. SVdP members offer help to all Franklin residents in their time of need. Your support enables us to provide this assistance. Last year we were able to help 186 families.
Registration will begin between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM in the Benjamin Franklin Charter School parking lot on Pleasant Street and then the walk will begin there at 9:00 AM rain or shine.
Please walk with us in fellowship and contribute to our drive with generosity. To make this Walk better than ever, go to www.fopwalk.org where you can either join the Walk or make a donation.
8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk
Sponsored by St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul Society
September 29, 2018
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration will begin between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM in the Benjamin Franklin Charter School parking lot on Pleasant Street and then the walk will begin there at 9:00 AM rain or shine.
Please walk with us in fellowship and contribute to our drive with generosity. To make this Walk better than ever, go to www.fopwalk.org where you can either join the Walk or make a donation.
Join together, with family and friends
to make our Walk better than ever!
Sponsored by St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul Society
September 29, 2018
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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| 8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk - Sep 29 |
In the News: walkway ground breaking held; dispensary bans reversed
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180911/veterans-pathway-breaks-ground-in-franklin
The Brick order form https://post3402.org/documents
Make checks payable to Franklin VFW Post 3402
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180911/northborough-bellingham-now-told-they-cannot-prohibit-medical-marijuana-dispensaries
"With the outline of the future Veteran’s Memorial Pathway painted in white on the Town Common, an official groundbreaking ceremony was held on Tuesday.
Residents as well as town and state officials gathered on the misty morning to witness and take part in the official start of construction. With more than 800 bricks engraved with the names of veterans far and wide, the pathway is already taking shape.
The project started about three years ago when a discussion began on how to revitalize the names of the veterans that adorn memorial street signs across town.
“The idea and outcome of that meeting was a genesis that is now culminating in the construction of the Veteran’s Memorial Walkway,” Franklin Veteran Service Officer Dale Kurtz said."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180911/veterans-pathway-breaks-ground-in-franklin
The Brick order form https://post3402.org/documents
Make checks payable to Franklin VFW Post 3402
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| "the outline of the future Veteran’s Memorial Pathway painted in white on the Town Common" |
"Six days after confirming approval of medical marijuana dispensary bans in Northborough and Bellingham, Attorney General Maura Healey’s office reversed its decision.
In article on Aug. 25 Telegram and Gazette, a sister paper of the Daily News article, a spokesperson for the AG’s office confirmed that the office in June approved bylaws passed in the two towns that ban medical marijuana dispensaries. The 2012 Medical Marijuana law originally prohibited any municipality from banning medical marijuana dispensaries. An AG spokeswoman said at the time the approval was based on Section 56 (subsection d) of Chapter 55 Acts of 2017.
But after being contacted by the Massachusetts Patient Advocacy Alliance and others with questions about the Telegram and Gazette story, officials in the AG’s office said they revisited the earlier decisions and the law and determined an error had been made - municipalities are not allowed to ban medical marijuana establishments."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180911/northborough-bellingham-now-told-they-cannot-prohibit-medical-marijuana-dispensaries
Franklin Residents: Public Health Alert - West Nile Virus risk level raised to moderate
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has elevated the risk level for West Nile Virus from low to moderate for the entire State of Massachusetts. To date there have been 10 human cases of West Nile Virus in Massachusetts.
The weather conditions are predicted to remain favorable for the mosquitoes that carry the West Nile Virus for at least the next several weeks. As such it is imperative for all individuals in Massachusetts to take personal precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
Apply Insect Repellent When Outdoors: Use a repellent with DEET, Permethrin, picardin or oil of lemon eucalyptus according to the instructions on the product labels. Remember not to use products with DEET on infants under two months of age. DEET products in concentrations above 30% should not be used on older children. Oil of eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age.
Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours: Mosquitos are most active between the hours from dusk to dawn. Limit your exposure out of doors during this peak biting time if possible. If you must be outside, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks will help keep mosquitos away from your skin.
Drain Standing Water on Your Property: Mosquitos lay their eggs in standing or stagnant water. Drain birdbaths, flower pots, buckets and children's wading pools frequently.
Additional public health advisories/alerts regarding WNV and/or EEE will be provided by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Franklin Health Department as the situation warrants.
More information on mosquito-borne viruses can be found at the MADPH Arbovirus Surveillance Information web page at www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito
The weather conditions are predicted to remain favorable for the mosquitoes that carry the West Nile Virus for at least the next several weeks. As such it is imperative for all individuals in Massachusetts to take personal precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
Apply Insect Repellent When Outdoors: Use a repellent with DEET, Permethrin, picardin or oil of lemon eucalyptus according to the instructions on the product labels. Remember not to use products with DEET on infants under two months of age. DEET products in concentrations above 30% should not be used on older children. Oil of eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age.
Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours: Mosquitos are most active between the hours from dusk to dawn. Limit your exposure out of doors during this peak biting time if possible. If you must be outside, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks will help keep mosquitos away from your skin.
Drain Standing Water on Your Property: Mosquitos lay their eggs in standing or stagnant water. Drain birdbaths, flower pots, buckets and children's wading pools frequently.
Additional public health advisories/alerts regarding WNV and/or EEE will be provided by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Franklin Health Department as the situation warrants.
More information on mosquito-borne viruses can be found at the MADPH Arbovirus Surveillance Information web page at www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito
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| Public Health Alert - West Nile Virus risk level raised to moderate |
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Live reporting: Consent Agenda to Closing - Executive Session
7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your August 28, 2018 School Committee Meeting.
b. School Improvement Plans
I recommend adoption of the following School Improvement Plans as presented:
c. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of six checks totaling $3,123.15 from Parmenter PCC as detailed:
8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
in order
9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas
in order
10. Correspondence
– Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman, School Business Administrator
11. Executive Session
Strategy with respect to collective bargaining.
motion to adjourn to discuss strategy with respect to elective bargaining
passed 7-0
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your August 28, 2018 School Committee Meeting.
b. School Improvement Plans
I recommend adoption of the following School Improvement Plans as presented:
- Annie Sullivan Middle School
- Horace Mann Middle School
- Remington Middle School
- Franklin High School
c. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of six checks totaling $3,123.15 from Parmenter PCC as detailed:
- $390.15 Supplemental Supplies
- $150.00 Field Trip (Buses Gr. 2)
- $650.00 Field Trip (Kindergarten)
- $100.00 Field Trip (Bus Gr. 5)
- $933.00 Field Trip (2017-18)
- $900.00 Field Trip (Bus Gr. 3)
8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
in order
9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas
in order
10. Correspondence
– Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman, School Business Administrator
11. Executive Session
Strategy with respect to collective bargaining.
motion to adjourn to discuss strategy with respect to elective bargaining
passed 7-0
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Live reporting: Discussion Items/Information Matters
3. Discussion / Action Items
a. None
4. Discussion Only Items
a. Draft School Committee Presentation Schedule
tried to map out presentations and updates incorporating your input from the summer workshop
for example:
report cards in December; include grading at FHS
March - proposed 2nd DIP update
April - 3rd DIP related to instruction
May - 4th DIP related to school council this year
5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
meeting Weds, anything you'd like to bring up let us know
next meeting 9/25 - social media use
upcoming coffee Sep 14 at Senior Center 9:00 AM
next newsletter to be developed and sent out
also at Harvest Festival
meeting on Weds
from Superintendent/Asst Supt, policy revisions with impact
moving section by section through the manual; some take longer than others
meeting to be rescheduled, need new date
attending Sen Spilka's Luncheon on SEL on Weds
newsletter targeted for 9/24
b. School Committee Liaison Reports
Joint PCC
multiple dates set to start meeting
School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
research subcommittee presented finding
options proposed for time starts; constraints
different subcommittees tasked to look at the options
steering committee Monday, full meeting on 9/20
how to communicate if we might make a change
MASC
6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
for 9/25
elementary improvement plans
policy reviews likely
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
a. None
4. Discussion Only Items
a. Draft School Committee Presentation Schedule
tried to map out presentations and updates incorporating your input from the summer workshop
for example:
report cards in December; include grading at FHS
March - proposed 2nd DIP update
April - 3rd DIP related to instruction
May - 4th DIP related to school council this year
5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
- Budget
meeting Weds, anything you'd like to bring up let us know
- Community Relations
next meeting 9/25 - social media use
upcoming coffee Sep 14 at Senior Center 9:00 AM
next newsletter to be developed and sent out
also at Harvest Festival
- Policy
meeting on Weds
from Superintendent/Asst Supt, policy revisions with impact
moving section by section through the manual; some take longer than others
- Public Schools Advocacy
meeting to be rescheduled, need new date
attending Sen Spilka's Luncheon on SEL on Weds
newsletter targeted for 9/24
b. School Committee Liaison Reports
Joint PCC
- Substance Abuse Task Force
multiple dates set to start meeting
School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
- School Start Times Advisory Committee [SSTAC]
research subcommittee presented finding
options proposed for time starts; constraints
different subcommittees tasked to look at the options
steering committee Monday, full meeting on 9/20
how to communicate if we might make a change
MASC
6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
for 9/25
elementary improvement plans
policy reviews likely
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Live Reporting: Lifelong Learning Presentation
b. Lifelong Learning Presentation – Chris Nayler
20th year of program, thanks to Pandora Carlucci for this work starting this
multiple programs under the program umbrella all programs are self sustaining, paid for by the user fees
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| Live Reporting: Lifelong Learning Presentation |
343 participated in High School Experience for the week of intro to the incoming 9th graders
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| partial slide capture showing linkage to the District Improvement Plans |
we are looking to do more at the middle school level
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Live reporting: Middle-High School Improvement Plans
2. Guests / Presentations
a. Middle School and High School’s School Improvement Plans
Dupre, Witcoff, Motti
presentation links to be added later
(no docs released as of meeting time)
question on the "World of Difference" program
built upon work from last year, peer leader lead, they facilitate discussions
question on responsive classroom, started at elementary levels and only recently has been expanded to middle school grades; principle aligned with social emotional learning
a lot of personalized strategies, emphasizes collaborative work among students
there is a lot of teacher buyin for this program
Illustrative Math (?) the program does allow for accelerated piece for students as they need
Peri, Klement for high shcool
also slides to be added when available (later)
A World of Difference program being added to high school this year
parents invited for age/grade specific evening programs
it is exciting to see the level of engagement and activity around the Algebra I and II classrooms, yes, really
"Portrait of a Graduate"to be brought into the high school this year, adds to what has already been done
series of 10 talks - being spearheaded by Asst Principal C Williams; first last week, remainder scheduled through the year
year two examining the grading practices
exciting work underway
examining the art and science of teaching
expanding new teacher academy; support provided through out the year
mentor and mentee program
cultural proficiency, town changing, school changing, how to meet the needs
engaging and supporting two way communications
really good start to the professional development for the year; Say Yes Institute
using the school council meeting to bring in other stakeholders
get communication out on time
social media platforms used, Twitter esp
when do the teachers do this?
excitement and buyin helps, the whole teacher matters to us here
we are working hard to listen to what is on our teachers minds
all the things the teachers do it is way beyond the school day, you are part of it too
self care is not just a buzzword, it does matter, we see it
we have a concern about how to do it
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
a. Middle School and High School’s School Improvement Plans
Dupre, Witcoff, Motti
presentation links to be added later
(no docs released as of meeting time)
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| 1st page to talk to for the presentation tonight |
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| 2nd page of presentation for Middle Schools |
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| 3rd page of Middle School pres |
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| 4th page focusing on communications |
built upon work from last year, peer leader lead, they facilitate discussions
question on responsive classroom, started at elementary levels and only recently has been expanded to middle school grades; principle aligned with social emotional learning
a lot of personalized strategies, emphasizes collaborative work among students
there is a lot of teacher buyin for this program
Illustrative Math (?) the program does allow for accelerated piece for students as they need
Peri, Klement for high shcool
also slides to be added when available (later)
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| not meant to be an eye test |
parents invited for age/grade specific evening programs
it is exciting to see the level of engagement and activity around the Algebra I and II classrooms, yes, really
"Portrait of a Graduate"to be brought into the high school this year, adds to what has already been done
series of 10 talks - being spearheaded by Asst Principal C Williams; first last week, remainder scheduled through the year
year two examining the grading practices
exciting work underway
examining the art and science of teaching
expanding new teacher academy; support provided through out the year
mentor and mentee program
cultural proficiency, town changing, school changing, how to meet the needs
engaging and supporting two way communications
really good start to the professional development for the year; Say Yes Institute
using the school council meeting to bring in other stakeholders
get communication out on time
social media platforms used, Twitter esp
when do the teachers do this?
excitement and buyin helps, the whole teacher matters to us here
we are working hard to listen to what is on our teachers minds
all the things the teachers do it is way beyond the school day, you are part of it too
self care is not just a buzzword, it does matter, we see it
we have a concern about how to do it
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Live reporting: School Committee - Sep 11, 2018
Present: Feeley, Linden, Douglas, Scofield, Bergen, Schultz, Zub
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
no changes
b. Citizen’s Comments
c. FHS Student Representative Comments
Bea Bondhus
President Senior Class
2 yr Captain of girls basketball in addition to other clubs
Will Davis the new FHS representatives
the best opening in 20 year
FHS football team won opener, new concession stand well used
over 70 clubs this year
auditions for performances underway
new study parking system (by lot, rather than by spot)
looking forward to participating
d. Superintendent’s Report
rd week of school
concession stand wonderful soft opening, thanks to community for accomplishment building the stand; still some work to be done
more formal acceptance to be scheduled later
shout out to all the committee work underway
training for DESE project underway
homework committee met today
school start time advisory meeting next week
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
no changes
b. Citizen’s Comments
i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDHnone
c. FHS Student Representative Comments
Bea Bondhus
President Senior Class
2 yr Captain of girls basketball in addition to other clubs
Will Davis the new FHS representatives
the best opening in 20 year
FHS football team won opener, new concession stand well used
over 70 clubs this year
auditions for performances underway
new study parking system (by lot, rather than by spot)
looking forward to participating
d. Superintendent’s Report
rd week of school
concession stand wonderful soft opening, thanks to community for accomplishment building the stand; still some work to be done
more formal acceptance to be scheduled later
shout out to all the committee work underway
training for DESE project underway
homework committee met today
school start time advisory meeting next week
The PDF version of this agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_9-11-18.pdf
The documents released for this agenda can be found online (when released)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/2018-19-meeting-packets
Franklin Garden Club - Flower Bouquet Sale - Sep 21
The Franklin Garden Club will sell flower bouquet arrangements in vases on Friday, September 21, at the Franklin Farmer’s Market, which takes place at the Town Common from 12:00 – 6:00 PM.
The colorful arrangements featuring beautiful summer flowers, such as zinnias and daisies, will be made by members with flowers from their gardens and the Town Common. Prices will range from $5.00 - $10.00, a significant savings over the retail cost for similar bouquets.
The sale offers residents an opportunity to brighten their homes with a lovely arrangement or to purchase a cheerful gift for others at a low cost. Proceeds will benefit Club community activities.
The colorful arrangements featuring beautiful summer flowers, such as zinnias and daisies, will be made by members with flowers from their gardens and the Town Common. Prices will range from $5.00 - $10.00, a significant savings over the retail cost for similar bouquets.
The sale offers residents an opportunity to brighten their homes with a lovely arrangement or to purchase a cheerful gift for others at a low cost. Proceeds will benefit Club community activities.
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| Franklin Garden Club - Flower Bouquet Sale - Sep 21 |
SEP 4, 2018 State Primary Official Results for Franklin, MA
Town Clerk Teresa Burr has posted the official results for the Sep 4 State Primary. The only observable changes I noted were in case of write in votes and the Libertarian results which as there were only 7 votes cast, I left out.
All 20 pages in the new voting report output. Note: the ballots are listed alphabetically (Democrat, Libertarian,Republican and then within each ballot by the position)
These results were shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk/files/state-primary-official-results
or you can download a copy here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WGLRXqf5f89hbTsH4pNDe-Ouz2Kw99nO/view?usp=sharing
All 20 pages in the new voting report output. Note: the ballots are listed alphabetically (Democrat, Libertarian,Republican and then within each ballot by the position)
These results were shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk/files/state-primary-official-results
or you can download a copy here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WGLRXqf5f89hbTsH4pNDe-Ouz2Kw99nO/view?usp=sharing
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| Official results for Franklin - State Primary - Sep 4 |
Registration for the Franklin Police Association 5K is now open
The 1st Annual 5K Foot Pursuit takes place at Franklin High School, 218 Oak St, Franklin, MA. There is plenty of parking on site.
Registration opens Saturday, Nov 3 at 7:30 AM and the 5K race starts at 9:00. At 8:15 AM there will be a Kids Fun Run, free for kids 13 and under.
The 5K course is USATF certified. The 5K will be professionally chipped timed by The Empire Timing Co.
5K Pre-Registration for runners 17 and under is $10 and $15 on race day. The Kids Fun Run is free for kids 13 and under.
T-Shirts for the first 100 registered for the 5K.
For online registration:
https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Franklin/FranklinPoliceAssociation5KFootPursuit
A mail-in race application can be downloaded from here:
http://firstmile-fitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/2018-Franklin-Police-Association-Race-App.pdf
Shared from Twitter:
Registration opens Saturday, Nov 3 at 7:30 AM and the 5K race starts at 9:00. At 8:15 AM there will be a Kids Fun Run, free for kids 13 and under.
The 5K course is USATF certified. The 5K will be professionally chipped timed by The Empire Timing Co.
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration for the 5K is $20 for the first 100 registered and $25 thereafter. Race day registration is $30.5K Pre-Registration for runners 17 and under is $10 and $15 on race day. The Kids Fun Run is free for kids 13 and under.
T-Shirts for the first 100 registered for the 5K.
For online registration:
https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Franklin/FranklinPoliceAssociation5KFootPursuit
A mail-in race application can be downloaded from here:
http://firstmile-fitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/2018-Franklin-Police-Association-Race-App.pdf
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| Registration for the Franklin Police Association 5K is now open |
Shared from Twitter:
Registration for the Franklin Police Association 5k is now open. https://t.co/mtw4jmuQD4— Franklin Police (@franklinpolice) August 31, 2018
MBTA: Franklin Line notice - Back Bay skipped for 2 inbound evening trains
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| MBTA: Franklin Line notice - Back Bay skipped for 2 inbound evening trains |
FHS Volleyball tops Feehan 3-0 on Monday
Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Sep 10.
Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Bishop Feehan, 0 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-10-18/
Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Bishop Feehan, 0 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-10-18/
— Sandy Sauer (@FHSCoachSandy) September 11, 2018
Watching @FHS_Volleyball1 ar Feehan. So impressive! pic.twitter.com/6gvB8N6ebK— leightoj (@coachleighto) September 10, 2018
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| FHS Volleyball tops Feehan 3-0 on Monday |
MBTA Parking fee changes were effective Sep 1
Not sure how I missed picking it up on the radar but I was surprised last week to find the parking fee at Franklin/Dean Station increased from $4 to $6. The parking fee at Forge Park did not increase (it remains at $4).
Come to find out it is part of the plan to adjust prices throughout the MBTA arena.
The good news: weekend parking went down from $4 to $2 at both Franklin/Dean and Forge Park Stations.
More about the parking rate changes overall
https://www.mbta.com/projects/parking-prices-update
Note: the listed price is for customers who use PayByPhone (the mobile app, the website, or their phone system). Mailed invoices are subject to a $1 fee per day of parking
Come to find out it is part of the plan to adjust prices throughout the MBTA arena.
The good news: weekend parking went down from $4 to $2 at both Franklin/Dean and Forge Park Stations.
More about the parking rate changes overall
https://www.mbta.com/projects/parking-prices-update
Note: the listed price is for customers who use PayByPhone (the mobile app, the website, or their phone system). Mailed invoices are subject to a $1 fee per day of parking
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| MBTA Parking fee changes were effective Sep 1 |
Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Sep 12
Just a reminder, that the Award Winning Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club meets for the first time this season on Wednesday, September 12th please join us at “3” Restaurant at 7:30 pm. Come learn what we won!!
Our first meeting of the year is a perfect opportunity to have fun while you make some connections in your community. We are a multi-generational club with an emphasis on fun and camaraderie. As a member driven organization . . . your ideas count and we want to hear them! We offer a wide range of activities for all ages and interests.
Find us upstairs at “3”. Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided.
We invite any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, 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.
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 and Friends Club.
Our first meeting of the year is a perfect opportunity to have fun while you make some connections in your community. We are a multi-generational club with an emphasis on fun and camaraderie. As a member driven organization . . . your ideas count and we want to hear them! We offer a wide range of activities for all ages and interests.
Find us upstairs at “3”. Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided.
We invite any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, 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.
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 and Friends Club.
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| Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Sep 12 |
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