Wednesday, January 10, 2024

FHS boys hockey tops Foxboro on Tuesday

Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, Jan 9, 2024. 


Boys Hockey = Foxboro, 1 @ Franklin, 6 – Final 
Game #10 Results: #13 Franklin (6) Foxboro (1) (Shots- Franklin 46 Foxboro 19) 
1st period Recap: Shots - Franklin {17) Foxboro (8)
Boys get a quick jump out of the gate McEvoy, Paterson & Lampasona right of the drop of the puck get a point-blank opportunity but goalie comes up big. Next faceoff Paterson spins a backhand hand putting Franklin on the board .18 seconds into the game. Franklin heads to the box early Daley, Wernig, Marchand & Arienti hold strong followed by Paterson, Balducci Harrington & Toli who finish off the penalty. Wagner with a solid period serves up the donut! 
2nd Period Recap: Shots - Franklin (13) Foxboro (6)
Again, much like the first 2 shifts boys get several good shots to start the period but the goalie comes up big. And then @ the 12:10 Hager, Langevin & Quinn apply a heavy forecheck & Marchand & Arientl hem Foxboro in their zone for about a minute until Marchand blasts a shot from the point the Quinn tips to the back of the net for his 1st varsity goal putting Franklin up 2.@ the 7:19 mark Daley gathers the puck in the D zone & skates the length of the ice making a nice move to slide past the defender for the 5-hole goal. Next shift Carosi, C. Taccini & McAlphine chip in an aggressive shift resulting in several chances where the goalie comes up big. R. Lampasona & Lewandowski next shift applying heavy pressure along with Smith giving it all they have to put one home. With .20 seconds to go in the period Wernig wins a big Dzone face-off to Tacclnl, who skates It thru neutral zone & slides It up to Balducci In stride who takes It wide around the defenseman and snaps it home making it Franklin 4 Foxboro Oto end the period. Wagner has another solid period serving up another donut. 
3rd Period Recap: Shots - Franklin (16) Foxboro (8)
Boys go on the PP early where Marchand gathers a cleared put and skates up ice over the blue line & snaps a laser home from the top of the circle putting Franklin up 5. Midway through the 3rd Carosi & R. Lampasona tracking pucks well & setting themselvesup for solid shot attempts, while Shaughnessy and Toll apply some extra body to the Foxboro forwards forcing them to the outside. With 5 minutes to go hard work pays off when Shaughnessy skates the puck up the ice & into the zone & snaps a whistler past the goal for his first varsity goal several strong shifts by Q. Taccini providing lockdown defense. There was a lot of ice time tonight resulting in 6 different players lighting the lamp. 
Final Franklin 6 Foxboro 1
Stats: Paterson 1G, Quinn 1G, Daley lG, Balducci lG, Marchand lGlA, Shaughnessy lG, Taccini 1A Franklin (5-5) vs Mansfield Friday 1/12 puck drops@ 4:00 PM@ Foxboro Sports Center   https://twitter.com/FHSPantherHocke/status/1744926507519131859

Gymnastics = Franklin, 127.3  @ Oliver Ames, 135.6 - Final 
- Franklin was defeated by a strong OA team tonight, thank you to OA for always making it a fun environment to compete in! I am proud of my team who progressed from Friday nights meet and continues to push themselves.
BIG shout out to first year sophomore Kendra Love for stepping in the last minute to compete floor after Senior Captain Ryann Chandler rolled her ankle during warm up. She rocked her routine and took top score for her team! Top 4 in each event. 
VAULT - Abby Scotland 8.6, Abby Robillard 8.7, Molly Chandler 8.7 and Ryann Chandler 8.8. 
BARS - Makayla Sanders 6.7, Kendra Love 6.8, Ciara 6.9, and Abby R 7.3. 
BEAM - Abby R 7.9, Lilly Cardin 8.0, Ryann C 8.2, Molly C 8.5. 
FLOOR - Molly C 7.4, Abby S 8.0, Abby R 8.2 and Kendra 8.6. 
Back in the gym Thursday to get ready for Taunton Sunday Morning at Arnolds.  https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1744927683786502306

For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required) 


FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com


Registration is now open for Encore's Summer Music Camp

Registration is now open for Encore's Summer Music Camp  www.encoremusicacademy.net

Registration is now open for Encore's Summer Music Camp
Registration is now open for Encore's Summer Music Camp


Community Relations Subcommittee meeting sets goals for year (audio)

FM #1130 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1130 in the series. 


This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee Community Relations Subcommittee meeting held on Monday, January 8, 2024. The meeting was conducted in the 3rd floor training room.


Chair Al Charles opened the meeting, Superintendent Lucas Giguere, and Subcmte members Erin Gallagher and Ruthann O’Sullivan participated. 


The show notes contain a link to the agenda and to my notes.


The recording runs about 50 minutes, so let’s listen to the Community Relations Subcommittee meeting of January 8, 2024. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1130-schcmte-community-relations-subcmte-mtg-01-08-24



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Subcommittee agenda

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/fps_community_relations_sub_committee_agenda.pdf 


My notes in this ThreadReader PDF -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1czXmmWSu6G1nyzNCnV0gnRo3TcaOQx30/view?usp=drive_link 



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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

 

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or franklin.news/


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley" . The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Community Relations Subcommittee meeting sets goals for year (audio)
Community Relations Subcommittee meeting sets goals for year (audio)

@FHSPantherHocke shares Monkey Sports trade in event - from 1/19 to 1/21/24

FHSPantherHockey (@FHSPantherHocke) posted:

"Monkey Sports trade in event @ Norwood store located at 949 Providence Highway, (Route 1), from Friday, 1/19 - 1/21 - 15% off eligible products.  
Trading in your old gear is not limited to hockey equipment. "
https://t.co/WeWTDWsqpu
@FHSPantherHocke shares Monkey Sports trade in event - from 1/19 to 1/21/24
@FHSPantherHocke shares Monkey Sports trade in event - from 1/19 to 1/21/24

Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee Agenda - Jan 10

Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee
Agenda
January 10, 2024 - 5:15 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building
Room 205, 2nd Floor
355 East Central Street

1. Approve last meeting minutes
2. Revisit 2013 Goals & Objectives
3. Develop list of questions for relevant departments
4. Next steps:
a. Outline of meetings by topic


Agenda doc also contains remote participation info -> 

 

Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee Agenda - Jan 10
Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee Agenda - Jan 10

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Jan 10, 2023

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

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

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)

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

7:30 am Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti
8:30 am The Black Box: Tappy Christmas 2019
10:00 am Celebrate with Pride: Second Son
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Waffles
12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
1:00 pm Winter Wonderland 2023
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: White Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9
3:30 pm Veterans' Call: Dave Hencke
4:30 pm FPAC Holiday Production: The Nutcracker
8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Seth Glier

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: Horace Mann Winter Music 2023
8:30 am Public School Concert: Horace Mann Winter Music 2023
10:00 am Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament
11:00 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes October November
12:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Hockey v Mansfield 12-20-23
2:30 pm FHS Varsity Wrestling: v Taunton 05-29-21
8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v North Attleboro 01-03-24

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

8:00 am Town Council: 01-03-24
2:00 pm Town Council: 01-03-24
6:30 pm Master Plan Committee: LIVE, Training Room Fl3  834 1576 9921
7:00 PM Finance Committee: LIVE, Chambers  846 9942 0415


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

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

67 Degrees Announces They're Moving from Grove St to Roslindale but coming back to Downtown Franklin (sometime TBD)

"Happy Monday everyone! Hope you all survived this monster storm we had over the weekend  
We would like to share some news with our loyal fans and confirm what we have already confided with many of our regulars. 
We will suspend our operations at 158 Grove Street effective 10 February. 
The weekend of 26 Jan will likely be the last days of the taproom. Over the past year we have been working to finalize a deal that would put us in a location downtown Franklin where we will be able to provide a better craft beer experience to our guests; more details to follow.

In the meantime, we are excited to announce that we will take up residency @thesubstationros Beer Hall from February through May. We hope to see you all there! It is an amazing space that is very accessible in Roslindale. 
Miss us in the taproom? You can always catch us at the Wrentham Outlets Beer garden."

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C11Gm5kuKxH/ 

67 Degrees Announces They're Moving from Grove St to Roslindale but coming back to Downtown Franklin (sometime TBD)
67 Degrees Announces They're Moving from Grove St to Roslindale but coming back to Downtown Franklin (sometime TBD)

Molly Dee talks about her work on the Artsy Box Project near Davis Thayer (audio)

FM #1129 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1129 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Molly Dee. Molly is one of the artists who were selected for the Franklin Cultural District Artsy Box Project. The Artsy Box Project is now fully visible in and around downtown Franklin.


This is the second of a 2 part series. This is my conversation with Molly Dee. She is the artist who did the utility box at the corner near the former Davis Thayer School. It was good to talk with Molly. She surprised me with an answer to a simple question. 


The show notes contain links to the photos showing the before, in process, and finished works.


I hope you learn something about their art and appreciate a little more about the role of art in Franklin.


Let’s listen to my conversation with Molly. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1129-artsy-box-project-part-2-of-2-molly-dee



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For more about Molly Dee  https://www.mollydee.com/ 


Photo album  https://photos.app.goo.gl/jsb9UJfHbzpA13qp6   


Franklin Cultural District -> https://www.franklinma.gov/cultural-district-committee 


The first part is my conversation with Shilpa Adduri, Jeni LaBollita, and Julia Dwinell. These three conversations were recorded before the Artsy Box painting started (April 2023). Each artist provided some of their background, about their work, and in particular on their Artsy Box project.  The Recording of Part 1 ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/shilpa-jeni-julia-talk-about-their-work.html 



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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.


For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

------------------


You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


Molly Dee talks about her work on the Artsy Box Project near Davis Thayer (audio)
Molly Dee talks about her work on the Artsy Box Project near Davis Thayer (audio)

FHS girls & boys basketball teams top Sharon on Monday

Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Monday, Jan 8, 2024. 


Boys Basketball = Sharon, 61 @ Franklin, 66 – Final
  • Monday night hoops on tap in Franklin. A big crossover battle on tap as the Panthers (4-0 Hock, 7-1 overall) host Sharon (4-0, 5-0). Eagles average league-best 76ppg, Panthers allow second fewest in 47.9ppg against. 
  • End 1Q: Sharon 18, Franklin 14. Eagles with six different scorers in the first frames led by 5 pts from Jaden Segal. Panthers 0/6 from 3pt range.
  • Half: Sharon 35, Franklin 22. Everyone playing well offensively for the Eagles, who hit 6 of their first 11 3pt attempts to build a double-digit lead. Nate Katznelson 7 pts 5 reb. Panthers ice cold (1/13) from 3pt, Sean O’Leary & Henry Digiorgio 7pts each.
  • End 3Q: Sharon 48, Franklin 42. Panthers opened the second half with a 10-2 run to get back into this one. Digiorgio with 10 pts in the quarter and now has 17 to lead the hosts. Nate Katznelson with some tough makes, 18 pts 8 reb.
  • Final: Franklin 66, Sharon 61. Panthers erase a 13pt halftime deficit the rally past a very good Eagles team. Henry Digiorgio 25 pts (21 in 2nd half) 8 reb, Caden Sullivan 20 pts 8 reb and some huge spark plays in the 2nd half. 

Girls Basketball = Franklin, 67 @ Sharon, 43 – Final


For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required) 


FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com
FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Did you know there was a "Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren?"

Neither did I. It appeared just about the time I was starting my reporting so it slipped by the radar then.
"On July 8, 2008, the Child Advocate bill was signed into law which included the establishment of the Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (Section 1 of Chapter 176, the Acts of 2008 M.G.L. Chapter 3, section 69). This legislation calls for a permanent commission on the status of grandparents raising grandchildren which consists of 15 individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to grandparents."
"The purpose of this Commission is to be a resource to the Commonwealth on issues affecting grandparents raising grandchildren, and relatives, other than parents, raising kin."

Follow them on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/massachsettsgrg
Did you know there was a "Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren?"
Did you know there was a "Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren?"

Grandparents raising grandchildren: You are not alone. from kyle vining on Vimeo.

Join the Children's Museum for pop-up museum fun at Downtown Sports - Feb 10

The Children's Museum, with a newly acquired 501(c)(3), has announced a pop up museum time for 3 to 6 PM at Downtown Sports on Feb 10, 2024.

Where is Downtown Sports? 240 Cottage St.

Join the Children's Museum for pop-up museum fun at Downtown Sports - Feb 10
Join the Children's Museum for pop-up museum fun at Downtown Sports - Feb 10
Shared from ->   https://www.facebook.com/events/272660072199257/permalink/272660085532589/

EPA Funds Clean School Bus Program - Announces $1B in Grants

"The US has announced nearly $1bn in grants to replace diesel-powered school buses with electric and lower-emitting vehicles.

The Environmental Protection Agency will disburse funds to 280 school districts serving 7 million children across the country in an effort to curb harmful air pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

“Today we’re once again accelerating the transition to electric and low-emission school buses in America, helping to secure a healthier future where all our children can breathe cleaner air,” the EPA administrator, Michael Regan, said in a statement.

Diesel emissions have been linked to higher rates of asthma, cancer and school absenteeism. Communities of color and people living in low-income neighborhoods are more likely to suffer from higher rates of air pollution."
Continue reading on The Guardian web page (subscription may be required)


The details on the 67 grant recipients, 3 of which seem to be MA based. Lawrence, Fall River and a bus service for part of New Bedford. ->   https://www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus/clean-school-bus-program-awards

EPA Funds Clean School Bus Program - Announces $1B in Grants
EPA Funds Clean School Bus Program - Announces $1B in Grants

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, Jan 9, 2024

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

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

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

7:00 am The Black Box: Tappy Christmas 2019
9:00 am Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti
10:00 am Frank Presents: Jay Elias Pt 2
11:00 am Frank's Musings: Israel
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Waffles
12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
1:00 pm Pizzapalooza: White Pizza
1:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes October November
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9
4:00 pm Riffin' on Main Street: James McLaughlin
5:30 pm Physician Focus: Telemedicine
6:00 pm Senior Connection: Disabilities Commission
9:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Legally Blonde

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: Elementary Winter Music Pt. 1 12-11-18
9:00 am Public School Concert: Horace Mann Winter Music 2023
11:30 am FHS Varsity Wrestling: v Taunton 05-29-21
1:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes October November
2:00 pm Mental Health: Amy Frigulietti
3:00 pm Public School Event: FHS Chorus & Orchestra 2023
4:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Basketball v Taunton 01-05-24
8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v North Attleboro 01-03-24

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

8:00 am School Committee: 12-12-23
2:00 pm School Committee: 12-12-23
7:00 pm         School Committee: LIVE, Chambers  835 5145 6084   Code: 054089

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


Monday, January 8, 2024

Joe Jencks Leads First Universalist Society MLK Service - Jan 14

Joe Jencks, international touring musician, award-winning songwriter and celebrated vocalist will lead the service on January 14 at FUSF as we celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. All are invited to join us this morning. 
Joe Jencks Leads First Universalist Society MLK Service - Jan 14
Joe Jencks Leads First Universalist Society MLK Service - Jan 14

The First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. For more information, please contact us at info@fusf.org or call 508-528-5348.

First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF)
262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA 
January 14, 2024 @ 10:00 AM

School Committee has a busy Tuesday evening; Budget Subcmte, MASC Workshop, & then regular meeting

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 5:30pm
  • Franklin Public Schools Budget Sub Committee Meeting

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 6:00pm
  • School Committee MASC Workshop Agenda

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 7:00pm
  • School Committee Meeting

School Committee has a busy Tuesday evening; Budget Subcmte, MASC Workshop, & then regular meeting
School Committee has a busy Tuesday evening; Budget Subcmte, MASC Workshop, & then regular meeting


Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 254: Recap 2023 And Wine Trends For 2024 (audio)

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 254
Exploring all things wine with you!

Recap 2023 and looking ahead with wine trends for 2024. In this first episode of 2024 Kim and Mark discuss:
  • Trends in wine purchasing, who is buying and what are they buying.
  • Dramatic wine label readings
  • Wine consumption numbers
  • The past and future of wine marketing
  • Is there too much wine in the world??
  • How to select the perfect wine in the new year
  • Trends in wine retail
  • Are big brands selling less volume?
Start your 2024 with us and these wine topics.


Cheers
Kim and Mark

#franklinma #wine #winetasting #thewonderfulworldofwine #wineeducation 

Audio link -> 

Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 254:  Recap 2023 And Wine Trends For 2024 (audio)
Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 254:  Recap 2023 And Wine Trends For 2024 (audio)