Senator Ross: October 2018 Update

Senator Richard J. Ross, State House Update, October Update 2018 View this email in your browser State Senator Richard J. Ross (R-Wrentham) proudly serving the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District. State House Room 419 Boston, MA 02133 Ph: 617-722-1555 Fax: 617-722-1054 Email: richard.ross@masenate.gov Dear Friends and Constituents, I hope you all had a happy and safe Halloween and are gearing up for the holiday season. During the month of October, I was busy meeting with many constituents, organizations, businesses, and public safety officials in my district. The State House is preparing for formal session to begin again in January, but the hard work is not finished. As we enjoy the rest of fall foliage and soaking in the Red Sox World Series win, my staff and I are working towards a productive 2019-2020 session.  Within this e-newsletter, you will find important information about the work we've been doing regarding promoting cancer treatment research, the supplemental budget, legislation regarding learning disabilities, and more. There is also helpful information for those who will be visiting the RMV soon, as there are specific items necessary to obtain a REAL ID so make sure you come prepared.  As always, please feel free to reach out to my office directly at (617) 722-1555 or email Richard.Ross@masenate.gov. Sincerely, This newsletter was shortened for publication here. To review the full set of contents, visit https://mailchi.mp/85840f1ba16c/please-read-my-october-update?e=c5417034e9

In the News: hotel public hearing scheduled; Baker, Gonzalez debate again

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"A public hearing is planned for later this month to discuss a new Hilton hotel that’s planned for Union Street. 

The public hearing for a special permit and site plan for the project, called “Proposed Hotel, 725 Union Street,” starts at 7:20 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 19, in the Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building. The session will provide neighbors and other interested people to weigh in on the plan. 

Town Planner Amy Love said Hilton’s interest underscores demand for hotel rooms in town. 

“It’s a private industry, but I think that the applicant and owners do their own research,” she said. “I think they come to a determination that there’s a need in this town.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181102/new-hotel-is-planned-for-franklin

"With the balance of power in Washington in the balance on Tuesday, Gov. Charlie Baker won’t say whether he’d like to see his Republican Party retain full control of Congress. 

Baker has faced questions throughout his campaign for re-election about his support for Republican candidates up and down the ballot in Massachusetts, including U.S. Senate candidate Geoff Diehl, who was the chief Donald Trump surrogate here during the 2016 presidential campaign. 

And to all those question, the governor has said that while he endorsed “the ticket,” he is focused on his own campaign. 

In the final debate of the campaign on Thursday night, Democrat Jay Gonzalez hammered Baker for his support of Diehl and attorney general candidate Jay McMahon, another conservative, pro-Trump Republican the governor has endorsed as part of the GOP ticket. Gonzalez said McMahon has referred to immigrants as “savages” and has said he believes in a “god-given right to assault weapons.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181102/baker-wont-say-if-he-wants-gop-to-keep-its-grip-on-congress

The Franklin Town Clerk page with additional information
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk

Additional info can be found in the 2018 Election Collection
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/10/election-collection-2018.html

Election Information for Nov 2018

Lifelong Community Learning: Fascinating Workshops for November

One-Night & More

Lifelong Community Learning presents One-Night Workshops      Coming Soon - Still Time to Register Tuesday, Nov. 6  Wine Aromas  7:00 PM Apple. Leather. Grass. Bell Pepper. What do these aroma and flavor descriptions mean in the context of wine?  How can you tell what you're smelling? This sit down tasting/education event held in the Franklin Liquors  wine tasting room will answer all of your questions. Cost:  $25 * * * * * *  Thursday, Nov. 8 Message from Spirits A Mediumship Experience  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Stephanie McBride has been connecting people  with lost loved ones for over 15 years.  The experience is always very personal and unique to each individual. Cost: $40 * * * * * Thursday, Nov. 15 Medicare and You: Knowing Your Options 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Learn the basics of Medicare, what it covers and what is does not. Topics include an explanation of Medicare A, B, C, D; and a brief discussion of the Affordable Care Act and how it affects Medicare.  Cost: $15  LCL@franklinps.net    508-613-1480

FPS- Lifelong Community Learning, 218 Oak Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by lcl@franklinps.net in collaboration with Try it free today

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI Nov 2 - THU Nov 8

Friday, November 2

9:30am

 Mommy Real Talk

10:00am

 Knitting Group

7:30pm

 Classic Stones Live

7:30pm

 School of Rock - The Musical

8:00pm

 No Static - Steeley Dan Tribute Band

Saturday, November 3

8:00am

 Franklin Police Association: Foot Pursuit - free kids run

9:00am

 Franklin Police Association: 5K Foot Pursuit

9:00am

 Franklin School Committee - Community Coffee

10:00am

 Franklin Historical Museum (Always free)

4:00pm

 Beer Extravaganza: Holidaze Edition

7:30pm

 School of Rock - The Musical

8:00pm

 Circle Of Friends: Susan Werner with special guests Jim Henry and daughter Ruby

8:00pm

 the 80's - A musical tribute

Sunday, November 4

 Daylight Saving Time ends

1:00pm

 Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm

 School of Rock - The Musical

2:00pm

 Chess Group

3:00pm

 LiveARTS: Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration

Monday, November 5

10:30am

 Move Along

11:00am

 Toddler Playgroup

3:00pm

 Career Fair - Starbucks

3:00pm

 Monday Crafternoons

Tuesday, November 6

9:30am

 Cool Cruisers

10:30am

 Get Ready for Kindergarten

6:30pm

 Holiday Organizing

7:00pm

 Friends of the Franklin Library Book Group

Wednesday, November 7

10:30am

 Terrific Toddlers

11:00am

 Toddler Playgroup

4:00pm

 Construction Junction

6:30pm

 Woke: A YA Book Club

7:00pm

 Franklin Art Assoc - Monthly Meeting

7:00pm

 Friends of the Franklin Library Meeting

Thursday, November 8

9:30am

 Baby Tummy Time

10:30am

 Story & Craft

3:30pm

 Discovery Workshop

For the interactive version, please visit

http://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

For the Town of Franklin Public Meeting Calendar click HERE.

Submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI Nov 2 - THU Nov 8

THE BLACK BOX: No Static -Steeley Dan Tribute Band - Nov 2

Playing the music of Steely Dan, No Static is made up of 10 musicians from around the Boston area. 

No Static features Fil Ramil (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Lydia Harrell (Vocals), Rosemary St. George (Vocals), Jamie Sheldon (Bass), Barry Lit (Drums), Brian Eggleston (Keys), Mitch Rodriguez (Guitar/Vocal), Robert Holfelder (Trombone/Horn Arrangements), Brad Kohl (Sax) and Walter Platt (Trumpet/Horn Arrangements).

No Static is scheduled to perform at THE BLACK BOX, Friday, Nov 2 at 8:00 PM

Tickets available online
https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1176

THE BLACK BOX: No Static -Steeley Dan Tribute Band - Nov 2

FHS field hockey tops Durfee, moves on to play again Saturday

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Thursday, Nov 1, 2018


Field Hockey = D1 South = #13 Franklin, 9 vs. #20 Durfee, 2 – Final 

– Franklin’s offense was nearly unstoppable in the first half, scoring seven goals in a big win over visiting Durfee in the playoff opener for both sides. Amanda Lewandowski scored four goals all in the first half as Franklin raced out to a 5-0 lead in the first 22 minutes. 

Ashley Reutlinger added two assists in a goal in the first half while Victoria Quinn finished with two goals, Cassi Ronan had two assists, Sara Carney had one helper, and Regan Paterson and Olivia Rondeau each scored once for the Panthers. 

Franklin advances to play #3 Notre Dame Academy in Hingham on Saturday at 4:00.

for other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-11-01-18/

FHS Panthers

Franklin Art Association: Demo Artist Change for Nov 7 - Michele Poirier-Mozzone

Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control the scheduled artist for November's demo will be unable to join us. Luckily Michele Poirier-Mozzone is joining us instead! 

Ms. Poirier-Mozzone is a pastel artist whose work explores cloudscapes, portraits and underwater scenes for inspiration. Michele's work has been recognized by the International Association of Pastel Societies and has received numerous awards at local juried art shows. 

Michele is an instructor in pastel for Rhode Island School of Design's Continuing Education Program and a member of the Providence Art Club, the Connecticut Pastel Society, the Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod, the Pastel Society of America and the International Association of Pastel Societies.

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The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, Nov 7, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street. 

Refreshments and socialization will begin at 6:30. 

Meetings are free and opened to the public. 

For more information please visit our web site at www.franklinart.org or  www.facebook.com/FranklinArtAssoc

Franklin Art Association: Demo Artist Change for Nov 7 - Michele Poirier-Mozzone