Franklin Cultural District: Health Fair, Art Reception, live music choices, 2nd Sunday Speaker & more as #artshappenhere

Wednesday, November 8

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

3:00pm Fall Health Fair (Franklin Public Library)

Fall Health Fair

7:00pm St Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group (St Mary’s Church)

Thursday, November 9

11:00am Beaver St Interceptor Ribbon Cutting (Franklin Recreation Bldg)

6:00pm Dave Penza (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm FAA Art Gallery Reception (Escape Into Fiction)

6:30pm Matt Zajac (live music) (Raillery Public House)

FAA Art Gallery Reception

Friday, November 10  Veterans Day (substitute)

6:00pm Jon Paul Royer (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

6:00pm Laura May Duo (live music)  (La Cantina Winery)

6:30pm Steve Demers (live music) (Raillery Public House)

Saturday, November 11  Veterans Day

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am RISE Up - a social gathering

4:00pm Emily & Nick (live music)  (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm The Core (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm The Chestnut Street Review Variety Show (FUSF, 262 Chestnut St)

Franklin Historical Museum

Sunday, November 12

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm Second Sunday Speaker - 'Celebrate Wrentham 350' (Franklin Historical Museum)

Monday, November 13

7:00am Yard Waste Curbside Pick up (on your trash day)

Tuesday, November 14

7:00am Yard Waste Curbside Pick up (on your trash day)

7:00pm FBRTC Meeting (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm Yankee Quilter's Meeting

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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)

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!

Applications Now Open at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for the 2024-2025 School Year

November 7, 2023

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), located in Franklin, Massachusetts, has begun accepting applications for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.  BFCCPS is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight.  Founded in 1995, BFCCPS is one of the oldest and most successful charter schools in the state of Massachusetts. 

Siblings of currently enrolled students will have priority enrollment status; thereafter applicants from communities in the school's district will have a chance at securing a spot for their child through the annual enrollment lottery to be held on February 26, 2024.  Applicants from outside of the region (who reside within the state of Massachusetts) will be eligible for enrollment should additional spaces remain after all sibling and regional applicants have been placed.  

For the 2024-2025 school year 100 spaces will be offered for Kindergarten and students at all other grade levels will receive a waiting list number.  Offers for Grades One through Eight would be contingent upon currently enrolled students electing not to return next year. 

The school provides a well-rounded, rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child providing courses in art, music, languages, technology, and physical education.  In addition to our core academic and co-curricular classes, students in Grade Six through Eight participate in weekly Classical Enrichment Courses and start Latin studies in Grade Six. Middle schoolers are also eligible to participate in our Spring Musical. Students in Grades 5-8 also have the opportunity to participate in overnight field trips each spring.

Round trip bus transportation is available with bus stops currently in Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Norfolk, Mendon, Medway, Milford, Millis, Walpole, and Wrentham. 

BFCCPS alumni continue to excel during their attendance at local public high schools as well as independent high schools. 

Please visit the school's website at www.bfccps.org for enrollment details, including applications.  Enrollment information sessions and building tours will be held on January 20th and February 3 from 10am to noon . Please note that the enrollment period will come to a close on February 14, 2024 at 4pm.

If you'd like to learn more about the educational mission of the school or have enrollment related questions please contact the school's Communication Coordinator, Joanne Basile at jbasile@bfccps.org or 508-541-3434 x104.

Applications Now Open at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School for the 2024-2025 School Year

About the Benjamin Franklin Charter School

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's mission is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing students with a classical academic education coupled with sound character development and community service. Our mission is supported by four distinct, yet interconnected pillars that provide for a collaborative, rigorous education for all students. These pillars guide, direct and define the school in all it does

This Saturday, Nov 11: Rise Up! meets again at the Franklin TV Studios

Hi there!

It's so exciting to see that our next Rise Up gathering is this Saturday, November 11th at 10am. 

We are meeting at Franklin TV again, which is 23 Hutchinson St, Franklin. It's all accessible and the community room is a great space to meet. 

Looking forward to seeing you!

This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

Looking forward to seeing you on Nov 11!

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

RISE Up - next social hour gathering Saturday, Nov 11 at 10 AM  at Franklin TV

Beaver Street Sewer Interceptor Replacement Project Groundbreaking Ceremony - November 9, 11 AM

The Town of Franklin will host Commissioner Bonnie Heiple of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) for a groundbreaking ceremony on November 9 at 11AM to kickoff the Beaver Street Sewer Interceptor Replacement Project. The location of the groundbreaking will be at the Franklin Recreation Center at 275 Beaver Street in Franklin.

The Rehabilitation and Realignment of the Beaver Street Interceptor will provide the most cost-effective, long-term solution to the Interceptor’s capacity and structural deficiencies, and will improve accessibility, operational and maintenance challenges as well as environmental impacts for the Town. Originally constructed in 1914, the Beaver Street Interceptor has been in continuous service for 108 years. 

Other than routine maintenance, no improvements to the interceptor have been made since its construction. The Interceptor is Franklin’s most critical sewer asset, conveying over 70 percent of the Town’s sewage with an average daily sewage flow of approximately 1.5 million gallons per day through the pipeline. The interceptor includes 59 manholes and approximately 2.3 miles of pipe, extending from the intersection of Cottage Street and Union Street to the easement behind Pond Street, near the Interstate 495/Route 140 interchange, where it discharges to the Mine Brook Interceptor.

Town officials, along with Commissioner Heiple, will say a few words about this vital construction project, which is anticipated to take about 30 months to complete from fall 2023 to summer 2026. 

All community stakeholders are welcome to attend.

Construction of the original & current Beaver Street Interceptor. The houses in background are West Central Street, Panther Way area.

What is the Interceptor? 

Presentations:
Interceptor Town Council Presentation Update June 2022
Interceptor Alternatives Analysis Town Council Presentation 10/21/20

Notice of Intent-Conservation Commission:
Notice of Intent Packet-Franklin Conservation Commission Submittal
Project Site Overview Figure

Media Coverage:

What is the Beaver St Interceptor? Why does it need to be replaced? -TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022 (https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor )

Reminder: 48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair - Nov 18

The 48th Annual Franklin Newcomers & Friends Craft Fair is set for Sat. November 18, 2023 from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Craft Fair

It will be held at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin at the school’s main lunchroom / community space.

This popular and well-established event features hand-crafted items from artists throughout New England. You’ll find a great selection of items for your home, for gift-giving, specialty foods, and more.

The club accepts donations for the Franklin Food Pantry when you enter. The entry fee is $3 for people 12 years of age and older.

Find us on Facebook for club information and activities: Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club -> https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub

For craft fair details: Franklin Newcomers Craft Fair

Email: franklincraftfair@gmail.com

Wreath Making Extravaganza!

Tue. Dec. 5th - open for details

This workshop can't be missed! Everything you need to create a beautiful wreath is provided, plus some amazing extras! For information and to register, visit: Workshops & Special Events

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street, Room 137, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by lcl@franklinps.net powered by Try email marketing for free today!

La Cantina Winery entertainment schedule for November set your calendar!

La Cantina Winery & brewery has published their entertainment calendar for the month of November. Check out who is playing and mark your calendar.

La Cantina Winery entertainment schedule for November set your calendar!

Or you can always check the Cultural calendar which displays only the cultural events -> https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

And the Community calendar which displays both the community and Cultural events in one place  -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

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

Raillery Public House entertainment updates for Nov 9 & 10

The entertainment schedule at The Raillery Public House for this week, November 9 & 10, 2023

Find the menu and other info online at -> https://raillerypub.com/

Raillery Public House entertainment updates for Nov 9 & 10

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A Lick of Art at 67 Degrees' Wrentham Outlet Saturday, Nov 11

"It's a Lick of Art! Join us this Veterans Day Saturday 11 November as we partner with The Black Dog, Wrentham Village Premium Outlets, and Inebri-Art to host a Meet & Greet with America's Vet Dogs and ADORABLE adoptable dogs from Schultz's Guest House starting at 12 pm 

Come to meet your new best friend, or bring your furry tail friend (s) to mingle with awesome pups and get artistic!... and of course CRAFT BEER! 

Confirmed dog adoptions during the event will receive an Inebri-Art giveaway and a 67 Degrees Brewing gift card. 

SAVE THE DATE!! Cheers!

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CzRSZvEMsE2/

A Lick of Art at 67 Degrees' Wrentham Outlet Saturday, Nov 11

MCEC: Request for Information - Neighborhood Electrification

MassCEC seeks information and input on neighborhood electrification

View this email in your browser Request for Information: Neighborhood Electrification MassCEC seeks to gauge interest and get input into potential neighborhood electrification demonstration projects. For purposes of this Request for Information, "neighborhood electrification" is the strategic electrification of the building stock and decommissioning of the natural gas system in defined geographic areas —such as street segments, neighborhoods, or zones — that leverage opportunities where electrification could be more cost-effective than reinvestment in the gas system (e.g., pipeline repair). This RFI does not commit MassCEC to offer any program associated with neighborhood electrification, award any funds, pay any costs incurred in preparing a response, or procure or contract for services or supplies.  MassCEC welcomes responses from all stakeholders. In particular, we are hoping to gather perspectives from utilities, municipalities, large landowners (e.g., universities or affordable housing owners), technical experts, legal/regulatory experts, community-based organizations, and advocacy organizations. Thank you for your time and insights! Learn More & Provide Input Copyright (C) 2023 Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. All rights reserved. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center 294 Washington St. Suite 1150 Boston, MA 02108 USA

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Nov 8, 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 Mitzi Gousie as she highlights the events at the Franklin Library for November 2023  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/mitzi-gousie-highlights-events-at.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 hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi talk with David Morrison The Wine Gourd Blog Interview  ->     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode-249.html

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 slot features my recent "Making Sense of Climate" episode with my guide Ted McIntyre  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/in-this-making-sense-of-climate-episode.html

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY

7:30 am Mental Health: Shannon Nesbitt

8:30 am Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022

10:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Michael Tougias

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Sweet Corn Risotto

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Waffles

12:30 pm Franklin Harvest Festival 2023

1:00 pm Senior Connection: Senior Expo 2023

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Shrimp, Tomato & Greens Pizzetta

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 4

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 6

3:30 pm Franklin Observer: Candidates Night 2023

5:00 pm Concerts on the Common: Pub Kings & Padula Band

8:00 pm Circle of Friends: Cheryl Wheeler

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY

7:00 am Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

8:30 am All-Town Showcase 2023: Band

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: New Facility

11:00 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer: v North Attleboro 10-19-23

2:30 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey: v Beverly 11-03-23

5:30 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball: v Wachusett 11-02-23

8:00 pm FHS Varsity Football: v Andover 11-03-23

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY

8:00 am Town Council 11-01-23

12:00 pm Economic Development: 11-02-23

2:00 pm Town Council 11-01-23

6:30 pm  Master Plan Committee:  LIVE, Fl3 Rm326  810 8720 0199

7:00 pm Finance Committee:  LIVE, Chambers  833 6408 9608

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

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Town of Franklin Biennial Election Unofficial Results - Nov 7, 2023 (audio)

The Town of Franklin Biennial Election Unofficial Results as read off by Town Clerk Nancy Danello in the Franklin High School gym on Tuesday, Nov 7, 2023. A group of 40 or so candidates and their supporters were present to listen to the results.

• In the Town Council race, the 9 incumbents held off the one challenger. 
• The Tri-County debt exclusion passed
• Only 6200 3100 voters cast ballots, a disappointing turnout 

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1094-town-of-franklin-biennial-election-unofficial-results-11-07-23

Download a PDF of the unofficial results -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H_S0pqXRnVNvSGrJWWnqz6HV8M1B3tsl/view?usp=drive_link

The “Election Collection” for 2023 -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/07/franklin-election-collection-2023.html 

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Town of Franklin: UNOFFICIAL Biennial Election Results - Nov 7, 2023

Town of Franklin: UNOFFICIAL Biennial Election Results - Nov 7, 2023

Via Town Clerk Nancy Danello, the unofficial results are available.

• In the Town Council race, the 9 incumbents held off the one challenger. 
• The Tri-County debt exclusion passed
• Only 6200 3100 voters cast ballots, a disappointing turnout 

Download a PDF of the unofficial results ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H_S0pqXRnVNvSGrJWWnqz6HV8M1B3tsl/view?usp=drive_link

Town of Franklin: UNOFFICIAL Biennial Election Results - Nov 7, 2023

Please vote today, the polls are open from 6 AM to 8 PM. This local election determines how Franklin's dollars are spent.

The Finance Committee will review the adjustments to the final FY 2024 budget to the town (including school funding) on Wednesday, Nov 8. The Town Council will meet Nov 15 to reorganize (determine Chair, Vice-Chair & Clerk) and vote on the final FY 2024 budget. Then on Nov 21, the Town Council in its first significant act for the new 2-year term will vote to set the tax rate. 

Your local priorities are set by the Town and School administration with oversight and approval by the Town Council and School Committee. Your vote determines who gets those seats.

Yes, we should have more candidates to choose from but that is something we as a community will need to work on for next time around (Nov 2025).

Aside from the local races, the ballot question to fund the Tri-County new school is up for vote. Will Franklin decide to fund it via a debt exclusion (30 years, approx. $2M/year) or will they force the Tri-County expense to come from the regular operating budget which would likely mean cuts across all the Town and School budgets.

** Sample ballot via Town Clerk page ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/ballot_proof_11-7-2023.pdf

** Listen to Town Clerk Nancy Danello walk us through the Oct 24 Tri-County election (now completed) and the Town Biennial Election Tuesday, Nov 7, 2023

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/franklin-town-clerk-nancy-danello-walks.html

** Other info shared during the election season is collected in one page ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/07/franklin-election-collection-2023.html

Candidates interviews for the Franklin (MA) Election - Nov 7, 2023 via Franklin TV & Radio