Franklin Cultural District: #artshappenhere Dean students perform "Pippin", last Winter Farmers Market & more

Wednesday, March 22

11:00am - Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin TV Studio)

5:00pm - Franklin Downtown Partnership Members Networking Party (Escape Into Fiction)

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

"Pippin"

Thursday, March 23

10:00am - Writer's Quiet Space  (Escape Into Fiction)

3:00pm - Open House - SAFE Coalition

6:00pm - Open Mic Night  (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

Rock ‘n Roll Night

Friday, March 24

5:30pm - Heather Deary (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:30pm - NAHS - Night of the Arts (Franklin High School) 

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

8:00pm - Rock ‘n Roll Night (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, March 25

10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farms)

Winter Farmers Market

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am - Yoga in the Taproom (ticketed event) (67 Degrees Brewery)

2:00pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

4:00pm - Raina’s Plate (food truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:30pm - Mike and Missy Unplugged (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:30pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

Sunday, March 26

12:30pm - One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop (First Universalist Society of Franklin)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm - Pippin (ticketed event) (Dean College)

4:00pm - Resonant Reflections (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Franklin Art Association Art Gallery

Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

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 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Franklin School Committee explores details within the Superintendent's recommended budget for FY 2024 (video)

The Franklin School Committee got their look into the details of the Superintendent's Recommended Budget for the FY 2024 fiscal year at their meeting on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. They also spent time just before the budget hearing updates from the Parmenter School which coincidentally highlighted some of the students needs some of which are planned for the budget some of which had not made the cut to get into the budget.

The formal budget hearing is scheduled for their next meeting Tuesday, March 28, 2023.

The Franklin TV video replay is available here ->   https://youtu.be/h2SITbmEoG8

(Video Link updated without licensed music)

My notes taken during the meeting are here. My full recap and the audio will be ready in a couple of days ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M6IGtXDw0VLVnIMOjr4XvMpAguwCEGWg/view?usp=share_link

Photos of the Parmenter presentation can be found in one album ->

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VmB9Gcrg5NutxX2V7

Photos of the school budget presentation can be one found in one album ->

https://photos.app.goo.gl/EfqFbaxjjYTgyiuf7

Franklin School Committee explores details within the Superintendent's recommended budget for FY 2024 (video)

You're invited to the SAFE Coalition Open House! - Thursday, March 23 from 3 to 8 PM

48 hours and counting!   YOU are invited to join us in celebrating our open house! Our SAFE Staff is excited to share all about the work they do and the groundbreaking programs they have curated.   Wondering where in the mills we are located? Balloons, signs, and volunteers will be here to guide your way to the office!   The evening will include: Live music by guitarist Jon Bonner Warm conversation by those SAFE has supported  Display of programs provided to all our community partners Floral decor provided by Only Prettier Designs Delicious appetizers provided by the Eagle Brook Saloon Hot and Iced coffee and tea provided by Starbucks Photography my Paul Vicario   We look forward to seeing all of you!   Warmly,   Jennifer Knight-Levine CEO, co-founder SAFE Coalition Our Contact Information SAFE Coalition 31 Hayward St., Unit 2c Franklin, MA 02038-0434 774 847 9474 http://www.safecoalitionma.org Donate Here!

Reminder: Accessory Dwelling Units legislation up for discussion at the Economic Development Subcommittee Plus meeting - March 22 at 6 PM

One of the ways we can help our housing and affordable housing situation is with accessory dwelling units. The discussion at the meeting Wednesday night will review the proposal for recommendation to the Town Council that could change the zoning and regulations around accessory dwelling units.

Economic Development Subcommittee + Steering Committee Meeting

Agenda & Meeting Packet

March 22, 2023 - 6:00 PM

Agenda:

1. Accessory Dwelling Units legislation

The agenda doc also includes remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/edc_agenda_-_march_22_2023.pdf

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting - March 22, 2023

Reminder: One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM

One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop

Sunday, March 26, 2023: 12:30 PM -3:00 PM

First Universalist Society in Franklin

262 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Walking a labyrinth quiets the mind and reduces stress. Some labyrinths are walked with your feet while others are “walked” with your finger. Please join us for a labyrinth workshop where we’ll hear a brief history of the labyrinth, learn the difference between a labyrinth and a maze, experience the labyrinth firsthand, and share our experiences on the labyrinth. Workshop participants can choose to either walk an indoor canvas labyrinth with their feet or “walk” a handheld labyrinth with their finger. 

Please wear or bring socks to protect the canvas labyrinth. Booties that cover footwear will be provided for those who need shoes to walk. 

This workshop is FREE of charge. Please pre-register by emailing Bobbi Tayne Gerlits: bobbigerlits@icloud.com; 508-446-5131.  Contact her with any questions.  

One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM

FPS Budget Subcommittee Meeting - March 24, 10 AM

Franklin Public Schools - Franklin School Committee

Budget Sub Committee

March 24, 2023 - 10:00 AM

Municipal Building - 3rd Floor Conference Room

A G E N D A

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

● Call to Order

● FY24 Budget

● Adjournment

The agenda doc also includes remote participation info ->
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/agenda-bsc_3_24_2023.pdf

 

FPS Budget Subcommittee Meeting - March 24, 10 AM

Franklin Historical Museum has a treat for kids during the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk

Stop into the Franklin Historical Museum during the First Annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk, Saturday April 15, rain date Sunday April 16th. 

Kids who visit the museum during the Ladybug Trail Spring Walk will receive a special surprise. Check out our Ladybug Corner in the Museum Gift Shop. 

Get out and walk, enjoy downtown and welcome Spring during the 1st annual Ladybug Trail Spring Walk. The museum is open 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Saturdays and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Sundays. 

Maps for the trail are available at both the museum and the downtown bookstore, Escape Into Fiction. 

Please note: the museum will be closed Easter Sunday, April 9. There is no Second Sunday Speaker for April. 

Franklin Historical Museum, 80 West Central St 

"Where's the Toast" Memory Café - March 22 at 1 PM

Hello All,

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday March 22 at 1 PM, is our monthly "Where's the Toast" Memory café at the Franklin Senior Center. 

Steve McGovern will be entertaining us.  Steve brings a great energy as he sings the songs we all know and love. 

Memory cafes are safe spaces for those who are experiencing memory loss, their friends, family and caregivers.  Our café is always free but we do ask that you please RSVP so we know how many to expect.  You may call the Franklin Senior Center at 508-520-4945 or respond to this email. Please arrive a few minutes early to have time to settle in before the event starts. 

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Ariel

"Where's the Toast" Memory Café - March 22 at 1 PM

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Ariel Doggett

Respite Coordinator

Supportive Day Coordinator

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities Updated March 21, 2023

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 

Staff Engineer - Department of Public Works

Custodian - Facilities Department 

Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department 

Benefits Coordinator - Human Resources Department

Local Building Inspector - Building and Inspections Department

Updated 03/21/2023

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here .

shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities Updated March 21, 2023

The Franklin Senior Golf League looking for golfers to join them on Tuesday mornings

The Franklin Senior Golf league is starting up in a few weeks. We are playing at Pinecrest Golf Course in Holliston. 

We play on Tuesday mornings. $19 for 9 holes, carts are extra. All interested players contact Rose O'Koren - okorenj@comcast.net by April 1st

The Franklin Senior Golf League looking for golfers to join them on Tuesday mornings

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock

Amy Adams posted: 

"This week I’d like to share the opportunity for this beauty to go to a good home while supporting a local business and family. If you’d like to help this family and local small business, purchase a raffle ticket at $5 for a chance to win. This art piece is titled “Strength” is 24 x 48 inches and is priced at $750. 

Names will be drawn on Wednesday evening - March 22nd at Escape Into Fiction with April R. Rock. Send me a pm if interested. I hope you’ll help support this cause"

Shared from Instagram ->  https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBqK8AAp7-/

Contact Amy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/paintingvenus_/) or Facebook to contribute to this cause 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 1

 

Painting Venus fund raiser for Escape Into Fiction owner, April Rock 2

Franklin is in the Strongest Town round of 16 bracket, your vote can help advance to the Finals

"Franklin is in the SWEET 16 for Strongest Town! Super proud of the progress we've made toward smart, sustainable development. VOTE NOW: http://strongtowns.org/strongesttown"

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/CobiFrongillo/status/1638261064210042896

Franklin is in the Strongest Town round of 16 bracket, your vote can help advance to the Finals

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM

"Our FIRST EVER open mic night is this Thursday!! We need you guys to help us make this a success, and to show our support to some local upcoming artists 

Want to play? 

Sign ups are first come first serve & setup will include a Bose L1 Pro 16, 8 port mixer, 2 mics and stands, and cables to plug in"

Shared from Instagram  -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CqDj9d8NSr4/

Open mic night at 67 Degrees Brewery - Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 9 PM

Alert: Realistic-looking but fake AI images make news literacy skills more urgent

Fake images showing the supposed arrest of former President Donald Trump are circulating on social media, but they're generated using artificial intelligence and are not authentic.

Hello Franklin, Fake images showing the supposed arrest of former President Donald Trump are circulating on social media, but they're generated using artificial intelligence and are not authentic. Share this RumorGuard entry now and let your friends and family know about this new kind of convincing (and often misleading) technology. These images of Trump being arrested are fakes generated by AI After former President Donald Trump announced that he expected to get arrested for charges related to a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, a flurry of images circulated on social media. These were generated using artificial intelligence and depicted Trump being taken into custody. Let's take a closer look at these AI-generated images. Share this RumorGuard entry using these easy links: Did someone forward you this email? Join the RumorGuard by signing up for our email alerts here. RumorGuard, a resource from the News Literacy Project, helps you stay on top of viral misinformation that is trending online with clear, concise explanations of credible fact-checks. It also provides insights and resources designed to help you take control of your social media feeds and help others avoid being exploited by falsehoods. We want to hear from you! Provide your feedback about RumorGuard here or send us a recent rumor you think we should cover at rumorguard@newslit.org.

Support news literacy by donating today.

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Mar 22, 2023

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

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

• This slot features my recent conversation with FPS Superintendent Lucas Giguere   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/superintendent-giguere-discusses.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.

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 hour features the Talk Franklin & Town Council Quarterbacking combination session with Jamie Hellen and Tom Mercer https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/quarterbacking-crossover-with-talk.html

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY

7:30 am     It Takes A Village: Laurie Harrington

8:30 am     Sons and Daughters of Italy: Carlo Geromini

10:00 am Matt York: Highway Men

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Sandya: Crepes

1:00 pm     Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: FireSense

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 Show 6

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 4

3:30 pm     Arts Advocacy Day: Marketing

5:00 pm Veterans' Call: John Milot

7:00 pm     Concerts on the Common: Bus-14

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Seth Glier

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY

7:00 am     Public School Concert: Strings School 05-16-16

8:30 am     Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2022

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: New Facility

11:00 am Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2022

12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Basketball: v Bishop Feehan 03-06-23

2:30 pm     FHS Girls Varsity Hockey: v Pembroke 03-02-23

5:00 pm Tri County Vaping Forum

8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey: v Marshfield 03-04-23

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY

8:00 am Town Council: 03-15-23

12:30 pm OSRP 03-09-23

2:00 pm Town Council: 03-15-23

6:00 pm      Economic Development Committee:  LIVE, Chambers  860 1197 3531

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

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)