Franklin Cultural District: #artshappenhere poetry, Newcomers, Partnership, LGBTQ Alliance & more

Wednesday, April 5

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

7:00pm - Franklin Art Association (Franklin Senior Center)

7:00pm - Franklin Newcomers & Friends (Escape Into Fiction)

7:00pm - Franklin SEPAC Board and Community Meeting (virtual)

Thursday, April 6

8:30am - Franklin Downtown Partnership (Dean College)

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

6:30pm - Franklin LGBTQ Alliance - monthly meeting (Franklin Public Library)

Friday, April 7

10:00am - Peter Cootontails Eggcellent Adventure (King St Memorial Field)

6:00pm - Paul Avidson & Jim McCue (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Culinary Cabaret (ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, April 8

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

12:00pm - Poetry creative writing workshops (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - Sons of Sam Pizza (Food truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:00pm - The McCrites (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

Sunday, April 9 - Easter Sunday

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum - CLOSED Today

Monday, April 10 

6:00pm - 5th Annual Legislative Forum (Hybrid) (Franklin High School, Lecture Hall) 

Tuesday, April 11

7:00pm - FBRTC Meeting (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Yankee Quilters (Emma’s Quilt Cupboard)

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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!

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node: Meeting, Thursday, April 6 - hybrid meeting

Please join us for the next meeting of the 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node, Thursday, April 6, 7:00-9:00 pm. 

We are excited to announce that this will be a HYBRID meeting. We will meet in-person for the FIRST TIME IN THREE YEARS! If you cannot attend in person, you can join on Zoom.

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node: Meeting, Thursday, April 6

• Location of the in-person meeting: First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

• OPTION: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88924607755?pwd=bHl1empTRVFxYzdZUmVBSGl1Q0p3Zz09

Meeting ID: 889 2460 7755

Passcode: 350ma

Dial-in +1 646 876 9923

As always, we will discuss 350 Mass' campaigns for 2023-24, and review local and statewide developments and opportunities in climate and energy advocacy. 

Earlier this month, 350 Mass selected our campaign priorities for the next two years: Make Polluters Pay, and Emissions Free Buildings. To help all 350 Mass nodes in their efforts, the organization is holding a Campaign Planning Workshop via Zoom, April 12, 6-8 PM. View information and register here.  

Thanks to everyone who participated in last week's special session, Drop the Dirty Banks! We learned how banks are financing and enabling the climate crisis, and discussed how to identify which banks are "dirty" and which are not, and what we can do as individual consumers and as organized groups of citizens. A recording will be available soon.

To learn about actions and events like these, subscribe to the 350 Mass email newsletter. Also, see the Calendar of Upcoming Events on our website.

 

If you have items for this week's agenda or other comments and questions, contact carolyncbarthel@gmail.com and/or ralph.halpern@comcast.net.

 

Thank you. We hope to see you on Thursday, in-person or on Zoom.

Node Co-coordinators,
Carolyn Barthel
Ralph Halpern

Ralph Halpern
ralph.halpern@comcast.net
781-784-3839 (h)

339-203-5017   

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Newsletter announces meeting April 6 & more events

This Newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the full contents please visit -> 

this link 

 

Join us for our monthly meeting AND book club discussion!

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance In this newsletter we include an invitation to our next meeting and community events, including our first book club discussion, and include opportunities to get more involved. You're Invited to our Upcoming Meeting   When: Thursday, April 6th at 6:30 PM Where: In-person and Virtual In-person: Franklin Public Library 118 Main St, Franklin  Virtual: Please email FranklinLGBTQAlliance@gmail.com if you would like to attend via Zoom.    After our business meeting we will be painting Easter eggs!   CALL FOR CELEBRATE WITH PRIDE VOLUNTEERS!  Let us know if you are interested in volunteering on 6/25 or helping us plan the event SURVEY FLA Updates Join us *now at 6:00!* at the Franklin Public Library for their monthly game night. All are welcome to come and play cards/dice/board games!   We want to make this a safe, fun, inviting event monthly and the more people that join the more games we can play. Tuesday, April 18th, 6-8 PM Let's play some GAYmes y'all :) LGBTQ+ Book Club! We are meeting April 6th at 8 PM after our monthly meeting!   Following our meeting join us out for dinner at a local restaurant to discuss LEAVES OF GRASS by Walt Whitman. We will decide the location together at the end of our meeting.   Join us in reading the 1855 edition of LEAVES OF GRASS by Walt Whitman, with introduction by Harold Bloom! We are easing into the book club with this 160 page book of poetry.    You can get your copy at Escape into Fiction (website) or the Franklin Library.   Blurb about the book from Robin our Event Coordinator: This is the most inclusive option with regard to romance and sexuality (it is not so much about love or sex between two individuals as love for oneself, which everyone can appreciate or grow to appreciate, even aromantic and asexual people). It might be ironic that a diversity group like ours is starting with a work by a dead white man, but I think that the otherwise-inclusive nature of the work, along with its beauty and its joyfulness, compensate for the race and gender of the author.   We hope you will read with us!   Want to help us pick out our next book? Please fill out the survey below.  SURVEY If you are not on our email list, sign up to receive future emails with this form.  View this email in your browser

Both FHS girls and boys lacrosse teams top Attleboro on Tuesday

Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of the spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. We also provide the link to the full set of Hockomock League results below.

Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 23 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final 

– Franklin’s star offensive trio of Tyler Sacchetti, Jayden Consigli, and Luke Davis combined for 24 points to lead the Panthers to a big win in the season-opener. Consigli had a team-high nine points with seven goals and two assists, Davis added three goals and five assists, and Sacchetti finished with five goals and two helpers.

Girls Lacrosse = Attleboro, 1 @ Franklin, 16 – Final 

– Franklin started league play with a big win, defending its home turf with a 16-1 win over Attleboro. Gabi Consigli scored her first two varsity goals for the Panthers while Jamie Tanner had a strong all-around performance with two goals, three assists, two draws, and three ground balls. Ella Mahoney made four saves in net in the win.

Boys Outdoor Track  (results not available at this time)

Attleboro @ Franklin, 3:45

Girls Outdoor Track   (results not available at this time)

Attleboro @ Franklin, 3:45

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-04-04-23/

FHS Panthers

Pantherbook: "Then to Now – A Day in the Life of an FHS Student, 1992 vs. 2023"

"31 years ago today, students at Franklin High would be starting off their school day at 6:55 a.m. Classes spanned from 45-50 minutes where the standardized classes like math, english, science and social studies (history) took place. 

Although the four core subjects are still taught today, electives were quite different back then. Students could take classes like Home Economics where they learned to cook, typing lessons with typewriters, sewing classes, woodworking classes, graphic arts where they could make t-shirts, and automotive classes. Electives were very hands-on and students were able to learn skills that could be applied in everyday life. Many of the things the class of 1992 learned in electives would no longer be taught today, such as typing, which is now a basic skill that all students know. 

Dismissal was at 1:55 p.m. and after school, students could participate in clubs, sports, or even school council. The business club,  DECA, was popular and still is, even 31 years later. "

Continue reading the article online ->

https://franklinpanthers.us/top-stories/2023/04/04/then-to-now-a-day-in-the-life-of-an-fhs-student-1992-vs-2023/ 

Pantherbook: "Then to Now – A Day in the Life of an FHS Student, 1992 vs. 2023"

Register now for this Cupcake Decorating for Adults class - Apr 12

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FHS clubs schedule hike at DelCarte to raise money for the fight against cancer - April 8

The FHS Cure 4 Cancer club joined with the Hiking Club to announce: 

Come join us and @fhs_hikingclub for our Hike for a Cure! 

All donations will go to @danafarber - The hike will take place this Saturday at 1:00pm at Del Carte Reservation. 

We hope to see you there!

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CqlvQ44Ou05/

FHS clubs schedule hike at DelCarte to raise money for the fight against cancer - April 8

FHS' Nelson named MVP; Regan selected as All Star for 2023 Hockomock League Gymnastics

2023 Hockomock League Gymnastics All Stars

Below are the official 2023 Hockomock League Gymnastics All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Abby Lefebvre, King Philip
Emma Nelson, Franklin

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Emma Nelson, Franklin
Olivia Reagan, Franklin

For the compete listing

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-gymnastics-all-stars/

FHS Panthers

FHS' Peterson & Fales named as All Stars for 2023 Hockomock League Girls Basketball

Below are the official 2023 Hockomock League Girls Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

Camryn Collins, Foxboro

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Katie Peterson, Franklin

Chloe Fales, Franklin

For the complete listing

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-girls-basketball-all-stars/

FHS Panthers

FHS' O'Leary named MVP; Allen & Harvey as all stars for 2023 Hockomock League Boys Basketball

Below are the official 2023 Hockomock League Boys Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

Sean O’Leary, Franklin

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Justin Allen, Franklin

Ben Harvey, Franklin

Sean O’Leary, Franklin

For the complete listing

https://hockomocksports.com/2023-hockomock-league-boys-basketball-all-stars/

FHS Panthers

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) - Episode 234 - Hyperdecanting and Vintage (audio)

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) - Episode 234 - Exploring all things wine with you!

In this episode Kim and Mark discuss Hyperdecanting and Vintage.

Hyperdecanting

We explain this process of aeration.

Like many subjects in the wine world we talk about the good and bad of this. Kim and Mark experiment with blending wine and compare notes.

Does Vintage Matter?

We explain what a wine vintage is and explore if it matters.

When is it important and should you care? This leads to discussion of vintage chats.

Cheers

Kim And Mark

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) - Episode 234 - Hyperdecanting and Vintage (audio)

Audio file ->  https://soundcloud.com/user-492543397/episode-234-hyperdecanting-vintage

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) · Episode 234-Hyperdecanting, Vintage

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Apr 5, 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.

• In this episode, Mark & Kim share their Episode 234-Hyperdecanting, Vintage   https://www.podpage.com/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www/episode-234-hyperdecanting-vintage/

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 recent Making Sense of Climate episode discussing sustainability efforts in health care https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/03/we-talk-about-asking-why-along-health.html

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

7:30 am     It Takes A Village: Philip Hulbig

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

10:00 am Matt York: Highway Men

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Fish

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Taquitos

12:30 pm Sandhya: Macaroons

1:00 pm     Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: Fire Safety

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 Show 7

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 5

6:00 pm Veterans' Call: John Milot

6:30 pm     FPAC Holiday Special: 'Tis The Season!

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Tracy Grammer

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

7:00 am     Public School Concert: FHS Concert Night 2019

8:30 am     All-Town Showcase 2023: Band

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Kyle Brodeur

11:00 am All-Town Showcase 2023: Band

12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse v Newton North 06-09-22

2:30 pm     FHS Girls Varsity Tennis: v Hopkinton 05-20-22

5:30 pm     FHS Track and Field v Milford 05-10-22

8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Tennis: v Mansfield 05-18-22

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

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

12:30 pm OSRP: 03-22-23

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

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)

The Culinary and Performing Arts Come Together for “Culinary Cabaret” - April 7

This Friday, April 7 at 7 pm, the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will unite the culinary and performing arts for an inspired evening of fabulous food, drink, and entertainment. The $75 all-inclusive ticket delivers a delicious and entertaining evening at THE BLACK BOX, Franklin’s premier entertainment venue.

The 11th annual Culinary Cabaret spotlights this region's outstanding culinary talent, showcasing fine wines, craft beer, delectable spirits, flavorful dishes, and mouth-watering desserts by partners including The Gavel, Raillery, Curry House, Teddy Gallagher’s, Pour Richard’s Wine and Spirits, Bake Shack, Applause, Caribbean Press Food Truck, Intermission, D’Lish, and more. This special evening has been a celebrated part of FPAC’s yearly performance calendar for over a decade. 

Featuring entertainment by Electric Youth and special guest artists of the Franklin Performing Arts Company, Culinary Cabaret supports Electric Youth’s 2023 European tour. Franklin Performing Arts Company is Franklin’s own professional theater company. 

THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 W. Central St. in downtown Franklin, MA. For tickets and more information on Culinary Cabaret, visit THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call the box office at 508-528-3370. Follow Franklin Performing Arts Company and THE BLACK BOX on Facebook and Instagram for updates on programming. 

The Culinary and Performing Arts Come Together for “Culinary Cabaret” - April 7

2023 OSRP Focus Group Meeting - DelCarte and Beaver Pond - Thursday, April 6

2023 OSRP Focus Group Meeting - DelCarte and Beaver Pond - Thursday April 6

The Conservation Commission will hold its Seventh Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) focus group meeting this Thursday, April 6 from 6-7p in Town Hall Council Chambers. This meeting will also be available via Zoom. Zoom login information can be found here. In case you'll miss the Thursday meeting or would like further discussion, you are also invited to attend OSRP Office Hours Friday, April 7 between 10 and 11am in the third floor training room (Room 326A) at Town Hall or via Zoom. Bring your ideas and see you there! 

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/news/2023-osrp-focus-group-meeting-delcarte-and-beaver-pond-thursday-april-6

DelCarte Recreation

Augustus stepping down as first Dean College Chancellor effective April 14, 2023

On April 3, 2023, Chancellor Edward M. Augustus, Jr. announced he will be stepping down as Chancellor of Dean College effective April 14, 2023. Read the below message from the Chair of the Board of Trustees.

"Dear Dean Community,

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Dean College, I extend my sincere gratitude and thanks to Edward M. Augustus, Jr. as he steps down from his role as its first Chancellor. We thank him for his years of service to Dean College as a Board Member, and for his contribution at a critical moment in Dean’s history as we turn toward a new era of growth and development.

Mr. Augustus’ vast experience in public life and deep knowledge of Dean was of great benefit to the College during a moment of significant and historic transition. Mr. Augustus brought reassurance to our campus that Dean can and will flourish into the future built around a new vision and fresh thinking.

Consistent throughout his relationship with Dean, Mr. Augustus shared the devotion to our students, and our unique culture of inclusion and support that makes our College so meaningful to those who study and work here, The Dean Difference.

Until the end of June, Mr. Augustus will be working as a Special Advisor to the Chairman of the Board. We wish Mr. Augustus the best of all futures.

With sincere appreciation,

Mark D. Boyce, Chair of the Board of Trustees"

Shared from -> https://www.dean.edu/about-dean/leadership/message-from-the-chancellor/ 

Augustus stepping down as first Dean College Chancellor effective April 14, 2023