Franklin TV: Still Hangin’ Out, Part 2

They’re Still Hanging – and Creating – in the House. 

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director  01/28/2024

Yes, our two radio studios are wonderfully occupado – filled with fun as our radio gang volunteers get-together with their guests and with each other to make great community radio happen – for a great community, Franklin.

Franklin TV: Still Hanging Out, Part 2

I’m standing in the hall between our two studios. Behind door number one: Franklin’s Volunteer Information Director, Steve Sherlock convos with Franklin Library’s Mitzi Gousie. Behind door number two: Dr. Anne Bergen and Jim Derick conduct an interview for the Safe Coalition.

Don’t you wish you could find something to do that’s easy, fun, interesting - like just go hang out and have a great conversation with friends who get you? I mean, a real convo – one that you could record, and – BOOM! – a radio show and podcast happens.

That’s just part of what we do at wfpr, Franklin Public Radio. It’s local citizen radio. How local? It’s literally YOU in the first person local. It’s your voice – your program, on the air and online as your very own podcast. You get to share your thoughts and interests – speak your piece. Team up with a buddy or two, and it’s even more fun. When you make radio happen you also get to do a good thing – a public good. Bonus!

So, what do you have to say about that? Email us: info@wfpr.fm

Thanks for listening to 102.9 wfpr●fm. 

And – as always – thanks for watching.

 

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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Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for Meeting January 31, 2024

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

January 31, 2024 7:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

2nd floor, Council Chambers

355 East Central Street

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.

b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.

c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS

a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a. January 17, 2024

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS

a. Police Department - Swearing In of New Patrol Officer

i. Patrol Officer Jonathan Butler

b. Police Department - Introduction

i. Mental Health Clinician Sonja Wagner

5. APPOINTMENTS

a. Joint Town Council and Planning Board Vote To Fill Associate Planning Board Vacancy    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a._pb_appointment_mark_mucciarone.pdf

b. 2024 Election Workers

i. See Exhibit 1 of Appointment Transaction in agenda packet for list of names  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5b._election_workers_appointment.pdf

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM

a. Street Acceptance: Portion of Farrington Street

i. Legislation for Action Item 9a  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6a._farrington_st._acceptance.pdf

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION - None Scheduled

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Resolution 24-06: Order of Layout, Acceptance and Taking of a Portion of Farrington St, Currently a Private Way (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-06 - ⅔ Majority Vote) 

b. Bylaw Amendment 24-904: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - Second Reading (Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 24-904 - Majority Roll Call Vote)

c. Resolution 24-07: Town of Franklin Flag Policy for Display of Flags at Franklin Municipal Building (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-07 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._flag_policy.pdf

10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

11. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Capital Budget Subcommittee

b. Economic Development Subcommittee

c. Budget Subcommittee

d. Master Plan Committee

e. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee

f. Police Station Building Committee

g. GATRA Advisory Board

12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCIL COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

Agenda doc holds the remote participation info -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_jan_31_2024.pdf

Street Acceptance: Portion of Farrington Street

LiveARTS: ** Sunday, Jan 28, 2024 ** Nicholas Kitchen in Concert in Attleboro At 3 PM

Sunday, January 28th at 3:00pm, Attleboro

Join us Sunday at Murray Church for: Nicholas Kitchen Live in Concert Nicholas Kitchen Come and join us SUNDAY at 3:00 PM at Murray Unitarian Universalist Church in Attleboro for a recital by internationally renowned violinist, Nicholas Kitchen. Program to include masterworks by Mozart, Beethoven, Amy Beach, and Clarence Cameron White. This concert will have free admission. In its 111th season, the Chaminade Club has joined forces with LiveARTS and the Schubert Club to celebrate the musical and cultural life of Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island. Nicholas Kitchen is one of the most active and innovative performers in the music world today.  He is a solo violinist, chamber musician, teacher, video artist, technology innovator and arts administrator. At 16, Nicholas began studying at the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia. At the end of his studies at Curtis in 1989, Nicholas joined his schoolmates and founded the Borromeo String Quartet that went on to study at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. Very quickly the quartet won prizes at the Evian International Quartet Competition and the Young Concert Artists Auditions in New York. Ever since these first successes, the quartet has been in great demand, regularly performing 100 concerts a year. His interest in reaching out with music resulted in his doing multiple tours under the auspices of the US Information Service visiting most of the countries in Latin America for performances and teaching residencies. Nicholas has taught at the New England Conservatory of Music since 1992, when at the conclusion of their studies the Borromeo Quartet was asked to become Quartet-in-Residence. Sunday, January 28   at  Time: 3:00 PM Location: Murray Unitarian Universalist Church, 505 North Main St. Attleboro, MA Free Admission  - Accessible parking and building Visit our website liveartsma.org for more information.

Copyright © 2022 LiveARTS, Franklin, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LiveARTS, P.O. Box 678, Franklin, MA 02038

LiveARTS, Franklin, Massachusetts · 283 Prospect Street · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

FHS girls hockey post a win, wrestling team takes 3rd Place at Hockomock Championships

Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Saturday, Jan 27, 2024.

Girls Hockey = Stoughton/Sharon, 2 @ Franklin, 4 – Final

Julia goal off a rebound from Lindsay assist

https://twitter.com/shawn_dennett/status/1751312322868416602

Nina goal from Hannah and Julia assists. Short handed goal. Lady Panthers up 1-0.

https://twitter.com/shawn_dennett/status/1751311024425238930

Starting the third on a PP. Lady Panthers up 2-0

https://twitter.com/FHSGirlsPuck/status/1751315341320294656

Julia Flynn PPG unassisted to start the third.

https://twitter.com/FHSGirlsPuck/status/1751315941718188193

Final 4-2 Panthers win.

https://twitter.com/FHSGirlsPuck/status/1751359916592291895

 

Wrestling

Hockomock League Championships (@ Foxboro), 9:00AM

Great day of wrestling at Hockomock League tournament in Foxboro, the team finishes in 3rd with 10 placers. Placers: Carter (3), Nash (6), Caccevelli (4), Sauer (1), Carlucci (3), Griffen (6), Rosenberg (2), O’connell (2), Large (6), pritoni (3)  https://twitter.com/FHSWrestle/status/1751353526352007518

TEAM RESULTS

1. Milford – 233.5

2. Taunton – 226.5

3. Franklin – 173

4. Foxboro – 172.5

5. King Philip – 167.5

6. North Attleboro – 162.5

7. Sharon – 159

8. Canton – 86

9. Oliver Ames – 60

10. Mansfield – 41

11. Stoughton – 15

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-wrestling-championships-2024/

Photos of the wrestling matches ->

https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2023-2024/Winter-2023-2024/Hockomock-Wrestling-Championships-01-27-24

For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required) 

https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-27-24/

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

Franklin Library News & Events for February 2024 -> Monthly Schedule & Special Events for Children

Library Hours
The Library's hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Library will be closed on Monday, February 19^th for Presidents Day.

Franklin Public Library's 2024 Reading Challenge!
February: A book with "and" in the title!
Welcome to the Franklin Public Library's first Annual Reading Challenge! For each monthly prompt that you complete and submit on time you will receive a Free Book Coupon that's good at the library's Book Sale. Submissions MUST be submitted by the last day of each month in order to qualify for that month's Free Book Coupon. If you complete all 12 months (again, submissions must be received on time to qualify) you will be entered in to win one of multiple grand prizes! For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!

Mobile Print Service at the Library
Did you know that you can use your personal computer or mobile device to print to the library's printer from anywhere? Simply submit documents for printing and come to the library to release and pick up your document using your email address.  Printouts are 10 cents a page for black & white, and 50 cents for color (coins and bills only!) Click HERE for more info!

February is National Library Lover's Month!
Check out this reader curated list of library-themed books here, and find some great ways to support the library here.

Museum Passes
Now is a great time to reserve passes to the area's most popular museums, aquariums, and more! Passes are available to be reserved up to thirty days in advance.

Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, February 16^th, 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Saturday, February 17^th, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!

Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, February 17^th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
In our second year of providing free tax preparation assistance through the VITA IRS program the Franklin Public Library is looking for volunteers! While tax season starts in February; planning, training, and scheduling can begin today! To sign up or to find more information please email Site Coordinator Mitzi Gousie at mgousie@minlib.net!

Franklin Library ESL & Adult Literacy Program
Volunteer tutors needed! To volunteer please be at least 18 years old, have a High School diploma, & speak English clearly.  No prior teaching experience needed!  Volunteer tutors and students do not need to be Franklin residents. If interested, please fill out the registration form on the library's website.

 

**LIBRARY EVENTS**

Weekly/Monthly for Children

Move Along! Mondays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy!

Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens! Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM (Ages 7+)
Kids are invited to join us for a weekly Dungeons and Dragons Club! The library will supply dice, rule books, and blank character sheets! For more information, or if you are interested in joining, contact Miss Mitzi at mgousie@minlib.net. (Dungeon Masters must be ages 12 and up)

Cool Cruisers! Tuesdays @ 9:30AM
Babies who have graduated from tummy time and are scooting all over the place are welcome to this playgroup just for them! We recognize that fun age of exploring is very different from their first few months, so join us for a special playgroup just for this exciting time!

Pre-K Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 3–5)
This 30 minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Story Tots! Wednesdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 18mos. – 3yrs)
Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required!

Bookworm Bounce! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM
Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! Ideal for ages 0-5. No registration required!

Tummy Time! Thursdays @ 9:30AM
Babies and caregivers: join us each Thursday morning for Tummy Time! Nurture your baby's development with gentle music, movement, and sensory play at the library! Please bring a small blanket or towel for your baby's comfort!

Pre-K Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 3–5)
This 30 minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!

Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!

Artsy Afternoons Thursdays @ 4:00 PM (Ages 5-11)
Registration required per event. Register on the Calendar of Events!
Join local instructor Sharon Carloni for this step-by-step craft specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own masterpiece!
This month's projects are:

Feb 1   - Winter Sky Painting
Feb 8 - Penguins Part 1
Feb 15 - Penguins Part 2
Feb 22 - Drawing Owls
Feb 29 - "Cave Art"

Happy Feet! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
Let's play some music and get those feet moving! Join us for 30-minutes of creative movement and dancing fun! No registration required!

Move Along! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities for littles! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!

Weekend Wiggles! Alternating Saturdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
A weekend storytime for littles and their grown-ups! Let's play some music and dance! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected! No registration required!

Get the full February listing of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/february-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Library News & Events for February 2024 -> Monthly Schedule & Special Events for Children

Reminder: Franklin Food Pantry Valentine’s Cookie Fundraiser - order by Jan 31

Share the love and support neighbors in need! 

The Franklin Food Pantry is partnering with Mama Barba’s Bake Shop for a sweet Valentine’s Day Fundraiser. Now through January 31, 2024, follow the link to purchase a DIY Cookie Decorating Kit or Valentine’s “We go together like…” cookie set and 20% of sales will be donated to The Pantry. 

Reminder: Franklin Food Pantry Valentine’s Cookie Fundraiser  - order by Jan 31

Don’t delay! The Pantry will notify customers with pickup instructions. Pickup dates are Monday, February 12, and Tuesday, February 13. Sorry, shipping is not available.

https://mamabarbasbakeshop.com/collections/franklin-food-pantry-valentine-fundraiser

La Cantina is hiring Kitchen staff, dishwasher, & a Line Cook for their expansion!

Want to join an amazing team and work with great people? Contact La Cantina for a great opportunity.

Line Cook

• Ensure that all food is prepared and served to recipe standards.

• Dedicated and passionate about food.

• Ensure high levels of cleanliness, sanitation and safety.

• Flexible availability, afternoons, evenings and weekends.

• Have a positive and can do attitude.

• Excellent Communication Skills.

• Assist fellow coworkers, to support the operation of the restaurant and guests needs.

Contact form -> https://lacantinawinery.com/contact/

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C2mim2ZuQ13/

La Cantina is hiring Kitchen staff, dishwasher, & a Line Cook for their expansion!

In January 2023, Bob Vozzella and I recorded an interview as we talked about wine and operating as a small business in Franklin. If you haven't heard this one before, catch up to it now ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/01/talking-wine-small-business-with-bob.html

La Cantina is hiring a Line Cook for their expansion!

Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR: 035 - Religion and the Environment (audio)

In this episode, Dr. Pandora Carlucci and Jay Horrigan are joined by Reverend Juncker, Reverend Oughton and Rabbi Alpert to talk about the relationship between religion and the environment; how faith ties into taking care of the planet, what different religious texts say and teach and much more.

If you would like to reach out with any questions, concerns or future discussion topics you can contact franklinfaithforum@gmail.com

You can keep up to date with the Franklin Interfaith Council here:   https://www.facebook.com/FranklinInterfaithCouncil

Audio link -> https://franklin-faith-forum.captivate.fm/episode/035-religion-and-the-environment

Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR

Bringing More Faith Into Your Day

Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Pastor Juncker, Reverend Oughton, and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their congregations and how listeners can embrace faith in their own lives.

Find all the episodes -> https://franklin-faith-forum.captivate.fm/

Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR

Metrowest Networkers welcomes Marcy Venezia - Feb 16

Goal Setting for Business Success

Plan your year in an Hour

February 16, 2024

7 Bishop St; Framingham, MA

Meeting Time:  10 AM – Noon

 

Join us to learn how to make better decisions and obtain better results.

Planning now can laser focus your job search for the rest of the year.

 

Marcy will show you how to:

·       Review your past efforts and assess what went well and what didn't.

·       Size up your challenges and opportunities.

·       Develop a realistic plan to take advantage of the opportunities

·       Create a roadmap for business

 

Marcy Venezia, CEO Nightingale Group LLC, incorporates business expertise, project planning and holistic practices.  She has an MBA, is a Certified Project manager and has been a consultant for over 10 years.  She has served as Executive Director of Above the Clouds, CEO of Little Turkey REIT and consulted with many businesses to providing guidance and tools. Recent clients include  Metro South Chamber of Commerce,  JT Rydes, and others.

For corporate training or questions call or email Marcy at 781-223-8221 or marcyvenezia@gmail.com  

 

The Metrowest Networkers Group meets the 1^st and 3^rd weeks of the month. Join us to commune with other job seekers and gain support for your job search. In addition to networking opportunities, we shall frequently offer guest speakers and learning opportunities.

Metrowest Networkers welcomes Marcy Venezia - Feb 16

Every Single Cognitive Bias in One Infographic

"The human brain is capable of incredible things, but it’s also extremely flawed at times.

Science has shown that we tend to make all sorts of mental mistakes, called “cognitive biases”, that can affect both our thinking and actions. These biases can lead to us extrapolating information from the wrong sources, seeking to confirm existing beliefs, or failing to remember events the way they actually happened!"

Shared from -> https://www.visualcapitalist.com/every-single-cognitive-bias/

Every Single Cognitive Bias in One Infographic

How much do you care for your loved one? FREE Stop the Bleed Training - Feb 14, 2024

Upcoming Stop the Bleed class presented by the Franklin Health Department and Fire Department on 2/14/24 from 3 PM - 4:30 PM. 

The class is free and open to the public.

Please see attached flyer and share!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s_CBp1uz260QqctRIum5YvbIlbdKN6Gg/view?usp=drive_link

Thank you!!

--

Alisha Sullivan RN, BSN

Public Health Nurse

Town of Franklin

Office: 508-613-1334

FREE Stop the Bleed Training - Feb 14, 2024