Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Apply for the Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program for 2024; deadline - March 28, 2024

The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGK, Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships, one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1000 scholarship.  

The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2024 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2 or 4 year college/university.  All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of March 28, 2024.

The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org  or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ .  

Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to             
Knights of Columbus 
Sacred Heart Council 1847
St Mary’s Parish 
c/o Michael Swan 
38 Madison Ave 
Franklin, MA 02038

The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.

If more information is needed, please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792 

Children's Museum schedules to hold their Indoor Mobile Museum March 5 & March 16 at the Franklin Public Library

The Children's Museum Indoor Mobile Museum is next scheduled for March 5, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038.

Then the next Children's Museum Indoor Mobile Museum is also scheduled for the Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038 on March 16, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Visit the Museum online to preregister for these events at ->   https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/

Children's Museum schedules to hold their Indoor Mobile Museum March 5 & March 16 at the Franklin Public Library
Children's Museum schedules to hold their Indoor Mobile Museum March 5 & March 16 at the Franklin Public Library




Franklin High School newsletter for week of Feb 26, 2024

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Teens scheduled for March 2024

Weekly / Monthly Events for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens! Mondays, @ 4:00-6:00 PM (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! (Dungeon Masters must be ages 12 and up) Email mgousie@minlib.net for registration and more information.

Code Club! Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM (3rd-8th Grade)
This is an after school hour of code focusing on exploration of computer programming through play. This is not a classroom. This is a playground where Coders have access to: optional tutorials & walkthroughs, monthly challenges, and mentoring in their coding journey. All levels of skill are welcome and personal projects are encouraged! This can be a great way to dip your toes in the pool and see what learning to code can do for you! Sign up on the Library website to let us know you are coming and if you need any technology from the library!

Teen Advisory Board! 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 6:30PM
Join us each month for Teen Advisory Board! The Teen Advisory Board is a GREAT opportunity to get involved here at the library! You'll help plan events and programs, create displays and decorate the teen space, and help drive decisions around the kinds of materials we bring to the YA collection, from books and beyond, all while eating snacks and getting volunteer hours! It's a win-win-win!

Game Bytes! Thursdays @ 4:00PM
No registration required!
Bring a snack and let's play! Bring your own devices or try a retro game while we talk shop about the latest and greatest in Video Games! New Releases, Events, Streamers, Speed Running and more!!

Board Game Group, Tuesday, March 19th @ 6:00 PM
No Registration Required.
Try a new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games!
This a monthly group dedicated to the great board games out there and a space to find some new people to play with! All ages welcome!

Special Events for Teens

Tricky Trivia Thursday, March 14th @ 6:30 PM
No Registration Required!
Are you ready to prove your trivia knowledge is more than trivial? Do you have the facts to fight for the title of Franklin's Trivia Master? Join us for snacks and a Family Trivia Challenge at the Library!
Play as a team or go solo for ultimate bragging rights!

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/march-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Children scheduled for March 2024
Franklin Public Library: News & Events for teens scheduled for March 2024

Veterans Coffee Social with Senator Rausch, Rep Roy, & Secretary Santiago at the Franklin Senior Center - March 6 at 10 AM

Save the date!!!      March 6 at 10 AM

State Rep Jeff Roy, State Senator Becca Rausch and Secretary of Veterans Service, Jon Santiago

Veterans Coffee Social with Senator Rausch, Rep Roy, & Secretary Santiago at the Franklin Senior Center - March 6 at 10 AM
Veterans Coffee Social with Senator Rausch, Rep Roy, & Secretary Santiago at the Franklin Senior Center - March 6 at 10 AM

Mental Health: Kallie Montagano and Sonja Wagner (video)

"Welcome to Mental Health, the crisis of our time. 
My name is Anne Bergen. I am the host of this series of programs brought to you by Franklin TV whose mission is really to bring important topics relevant to the community out so we can inform the residents aware of issues that are very very important. 
The issue we have to address is mental health."

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gXvUrzkRMo

Kallie Montagano, Co-Response Program Manager
Sonja Wagner, Co-Response Clinician

For more about the Co-Response Program visit the Police Dept page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/police-department/pages/co-response-program



Mental Health: Kallie Montagano and Sonja Wagner (video)
Mental Health: Kallie Montagano and Sonja Wagner (video)

Rainbow Cafe at the Franklin Senior Center 2:30 PM

Hello All,

Please join us, Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 2:30 PM for our monthly Rainbow Cafe

Rainbow Cafe at the Franklin Senior Center 2:30 PM
Rainbow Cafe at  the Franklin Senior Center Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 2:30 PM


--
Ariel Doggett

Programming / Volunteer Coordinator

Phone: 508-520-4945
Fax: 508-520-4917

MA Constitution "Equality under the law shall not be denied or abridged because of sex, race, color, creed or national origin."

"Article CVI.

Article I of Part the First of the Constitution is hereby annulled and the following is adopted:


"All people are born free and equal and have certain natural, essential and unalienable rights; among which may be reckoned the right of enjoying and defending their lives and liberties; that of acquiring, possessing and protecting property; in fine, that of seeking and obtaining their safety and happiness. Equality under the law shall not be denied or abridged because of sex, race, color, creed or national origin."

The link to this section and to the full MA constitution can be found -> 
https://malegislature.gov/Laws/Constitution#amendmentArticleCVI

Mass Constitution "Equality under the law shall not be denied or abridged because of sex, race, color, creed or national origin."
MA Constitution "Equality under the law shall not be denied or abridged because of sex, race, color, creed or national origin."


Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, Feb 27, 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 Martin Luther King, Jr.: Music & Spoken Word
9:00 am Mental Health: Shannon Nesbitt
10:00 am Frank's Musings: More About Israel
10:30 am Frank's Musings: Pride Flag
12:00 pm Brooke'n'Cookin: Mac'n'Cheese
12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Cookies
1:00 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 4
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1
3:30 pm Riffin' on Main Street: Erin Gallagher
4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Road to TD Garden: Districts
5:30 pm Physician Focus: Oral Health
6:00 pm Senior Connection: Updates
7:00 pm Martin Luther King, Jr.: Music & Spoken Word
8:30 pm Franklin Fallen Heroes
9:30 pm The Black Box: T3

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Remington Winter Music 2022
9:00 am MICCA Festival 2019
11:30 am FHS Varsity Wrestling: v Taunton 01-05-23
1:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Road to TD Garden: Districts
2:00 pm Mental Health: Shannon Nesbitt
4:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Basketball v North Attleboro 02-08-24
6:30 pm FHS Jazz Cafe 2024
8:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v St. John's Prep 02-21-24

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

8:00 am School Committee 02-13-24
12:00 pm Town Administrator Evaluation 02-14-24
2:00 pm School Committee 02-13-24

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


Monday, February 26, 2024

Franklin Recreation: 2024 Summer Camp Brochure

"Good Day Franklin!

This year we have a bunch of different camps running throughout the Summer. Check out our 2024 Summer Camp Brochure
Registration for these camps will open on Friday, March 1st."

Camps Brochure.pdf

Register online at -> https://franklinma.myrec.com/info/default.aspx

Franklin Recreation: 2024 Summer Camp Brochure
Franklin Recreation: 2024 Summer Camp Brochure

Fallen Hero Recognition: Richard L. Desper - Vietnam - Feb 26, 2024

Memorial event today (2/26/24) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Richard L. Desper - Vietnam

"Lance Corporal Richard Lincoln Desper was born on February 12, 1947 the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Desper. Richard lived at 45 Coutu St. with his parents, four brothers, and 13 sisters. 
According to the war Department's official telegram Corporal Desper died five miles north of An Hoa in Quong Nan province of fragmentation wounds inflicted by mortar fire while on a search-and-clear mission with the Marine Corps in Vietnam on February 26, 1969. This was Corporal Desper's second tour of duty in the war zone having previously served in Vietnam with the Navy."

Lance Corporal Richard Lincoln Desper
Lance Corporal Richard Lincoln Desper

Lance Corporal Richard L. Desper was 22 years old at the time of his death in Vietnam.

desper sign 1
Lance Corporal Richard Lincoln Desper

For the full series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Kids & Families scheduled for March 2024

Special Events for Kids & Families

Kids Take & Make: Rainbow Tambourine! Available Friday, March 1st
Starting Friday, March 1st stop by the library to pick up your very own Rainbow Tambourine Kit!
Kits include supplies and instructions for making your very own musical instrument! The perfect craft to brighten your day! SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED! Rainbow Tambourine Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis!

March Madness: Battle of the Books! Voting Begins Monday, March 4th
It's time for our favorite books to once again battle it out! Cast your votes each week at the Franklin Public Library! 16 books will start but only 1 can be named Franklin's Favorite book!

Doggie Tales! Monday, March 4th @ 4:00 PM (1st grade +)
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Register on our website to reserve your spot.

Todd Brodeur Frisbee Demonstration! Wednesday March 6th @1:00PM
Join 2-time World Freestyle Frisbee Champion Todd Brodeur for a super fun hands on frisbee demonstration! Learn some new moves and have fun! No registration required!

Science Series! Saturday March 6th @1:00PM
No Registration Required!
Join us for a special science workshop, brought to you by volunteers from the Franklin High School Science department! Ideal for kids ages 7+!

Tricky Trivia Thursday, March 14th @ 6:30 PM
No Registration Required!
Are you ready to prove your trivia knowledge is more than trivial? Do you have the facts to fight for the title of Franklin's Trivia Master? Join us for snacks and a Family Trivia Challenge at the Library! Play as a team or go solo for ultimate bragging rights!

Petite Picassos! Tuesday March 11th & 25th @3:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a ladybug! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-12! All materials will be provided! REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Doggie Tales! Monday, March 18th @ 4:00 PM (1st grade +)
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Register on our website to reserve your spot.

Kids Paint Party! Saturday March 23rd @ 1:00PM
For kids ages 5-11! Join local instructor Denise Palmieri for this step-by-step paint party specifically for kids! All materials will be provided and you'll get to take home your very own butterfly themed masterpiece! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! The same painting will be taught in March & April - please only register for 1 date.

Henry the Juggler! Thursday March 28th @1:00PM
Join us for a show that is known to cause spontaneous outbursts of laughter! You will be left completely amazed as you watch Henry the juggler juggle his CLUBS, RINGS, TORCHES and MORE! Caution: Henry is known to use innocent bystanders in his act!

Mike Bent's AbraKIDabra Show! Friday March 29th @1:00PM
Join us for an exciting and fun comedy magic show developed especially for kids and families! AbraKidabra!™ combines amazing magic, big laughs, audience participation and hilarious surprises for a one-of-a-kind, interactive experience that will leave the whole family impressed!

Egg Hunt on the Library Lawn! Saturday March 30th  @10:30AM

The Library is so excited to partner with Dean College for a giant egg hunt on the library lawn and Dean College grove! Bring your own basket, and enjoy crafts and activities!

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/march-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Children scheduled for March 2024
Franklin Public Library: News & Events for Kids & Families scheduled for March 2024

Will you sign the One Franklin petition to put an override request on the ballot?

via One Franklin: signatures looked for on the 
"one tool we have for getting this on the ballot this budget season, June 2024. 
We (One Franklin) will campaign hard in April and May. 
Otherwise, if we wait until November, the schools will suffer, and the problem will increase requiring an even larger number. "

More info about the One Franklin group can be found on their web page ->    https://onefranklinma.com/

Will you sign the One Franklin petition to put an override request on the ballot?
Will you sign the One Franklin petition to put an override request on the ballot?

FHS basketball and hockey D1 playoff seedings & first game schedule


BOYS Hockey - Division 1
#12 Franklin (13-8-0) will host #21 St. Mary’s (11-10-1) on Wednesday, 2/28 at 6:00 at Pirelli Veterans Arena.


GIRLS Hockey - Division 1
#32 Franklin (7-13) will travel to #1 Notre Dame Academy (14-4-2) on Wednesday, 2/28 at 6:30 at Rockland Ice Rink.



BOYS Basketball - Division 1
#3 Franklin (21-1) will host the winner of #30 Bridgewater-Raynham (11-9)/#35 Shrewsbury (10-9) on Friday, 3/1 at 6:00.

Complete MA D1 boys bracket -> http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=7008

GIRLS Basketball - Division 1
#20 Franklin (10-10) will travel to #13 Andover (14-7) on Thursday, 2/29 at 6:30.

Complete MA D1 girls bracket -> http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=7019



FHS basketball and hockey D1 playoff seedings & first game schedule
FHS basketball and hockey D1 playoff seedings & first game schedule

St. Patrick's Day Celebration event March 10 at the Proctor Mansion

via Jennifer Knight-Levine who is "raising funds for Home Base, a veterans program through Massachusetts General Hospital" 
"Only three weeks away! Celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day at the Proctor Mansion Inn! 
Bagpiper outside!
Fiddler inside!
Games for the kids!
Festive full bar for the adults!
Food trucks and more!  
Suggested donation is $26.20 for adults, kids free!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration
St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Bring the family and come celebrate the St. Patrick's Day season with live music, a full bar, and MANY children activities! All proceed support the Home Base Program's Boston Marathon Team! 
Since their founding in 2009, Home Base has been breaking new ground, leading regional and national efforts with a multidisciplinary team of experts working together to help Veterans, Service Members and their Families heal from invisible wounds. By caring for Veterans, Service Members and their Families in a family-based clinic, and working in cooperation with the US Departments of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA), Home Base serves as a replicable model to promote the health and wellbeing of Veterans, Service Members and their Families nationwide"


Register O’Donnell Brings the Registry of Deeds Directly to Norfolk County Residents - Franklin, May 7, 2024

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell announced today that he and his outreach team will resume holding office hours in communities throughout Norfolk County as part of his ongoing efforts to bring the Registry of Deeds directly to the residents of Norfolk County.

 

The Registry of Deeds is the principal office for real property records in Norfolk County, cataloging and housing more than 10 million land documents dating back to 1793. The office hours will be held to assist residents in locating their property records and provide them with certified copies of land documents, such as deeds and mortgage discharges.

 

Norfolk County
Norfolk County

The Register expressed his strong belief in the benefits of bringing the Registry directly to residents. "These office hours," noted Register O'Donnell, "allow us to bring Registry services directly to the residents of Norfolk County without the inconvenience of having them travel to the Registry's central office in Dedham."

 

By offering office hours, the Register aims to make it more convenient for residents to access and inquire about real property records. This initiative reflects the Register's commitment to providing efficient and accessible services to the residents of Norfolk County.

 

Although Registry staff cannot provide legal advice, they will be on hand along with the Register to answer basic questions, transport documents for recording, and assist in the filling out of a Declaration of Homestead form that provides limited protection against the forced sale of an individual's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. They will also assist a person in signing up for the Registry of Deeds Consumer Notification Program, which alerts a homeowner when a transaction has been made against their property to alert them against potential cases of fraud.

 

Register O'Donnell concluded by stating, "I understand that not everyone has the ability to travel to the Registry. By offering office hours in different locations throughout Norfolk County, we hope to accommodate those who may have difficulty making it to our main location. Additionally, residents can also utilize our online services at www.norfolkdeeds.org to access and request real property records from the comfort of their own homes. Our goal is to ensure that all Norfolk County residents have convenient and flexible options for accessing and inquiring about their real property records."

 

2024 Winter and Spring Scheduled Office Hours
2024 Winter and Spring Scheduled Office Hours

 

 If you would like to stay up-to-date on upcoming Registry of Deeds events, programs, and real estate information, you can sign up for our Registry email updates at www.norfolkdeeds.org, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/norfolkdeeds.

 

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.


Kevin Martin of NerdsToGo of Franklin, Mass recognized with Sales Achievement & President's Award

NerdsToGo®, a leading IT solutions and technology services franchise, recently held its 2024 NerdsToGo Franchise Convention in Orlando, Florida. Themed "Secure Your Future," the four-day event celebrated franchisee achievements and the growth initiatives of the network.

With an unprecedented number of franchisees in attendance, the conference was a reflection of the managed services industry's robust growth and the brand's growing U.S. presence. The event included networking opportunities for franchisees, roundtable discussions, and a comprehensive vendor show. Recognized leaders in the MSP industry, including Sean Lardo, a ConnectWise evangelist, and Rob Rae, CVP of Community and Ecosystems at Pax8, shared their expertise on growing a successful MSP business.

"Our 2024 convention brought our franchise network together to celebrate and recognize their many achievements, as well as to engage in both networking and educational opportunities," said Jim Howe, President of NerdsToGo. "The excitement from the convention is contagious, and it was the perfect way to begin a successful 2024, especially against the backdrop of significant industry growth. This growth not only highlights the achievements of our franchisees but also opens up a wealth of opportunities for owners to grow revenue and reach new heights in the managed IT services sector."

Highlights from the 2024 Awards Dinner at the Convention include:
  • The award recognizing the Highest Volume locations in Sales Achievement were presented to Regis DeVeaux: NerdsToGo of Alexandria, Va.; Kevin Martin: NerdsToGo of Franklin, Mass.; and NerdsToGo of Bellevue, Wash. team led by Michael Santiago.
  • The President's Award, which recognizes the top NerdsToGo locations with the highest total sales, was given to Regis DeVeaux: NerdsToGo of Alexandria, Va.; Kevin Martin: NerdsToGo of Franklin, Mass.; Gina and Michael Santiago: NerdsToGo of Bellevue, Wash.; David Alcorn: NerdsToGo of Kemah, Texas; Rory Dunnaback: NerdsToGo of Milwaukie, Ore.; and Erik Nelson: NerdsToGo of Swarthmore, Pa.
  • Susan and Don Dally of NerdsToGo of Knoxville, Tenn., were recognized with the Rookie of the Year Award, which honors the franchisee with the highest sales for the first full 12 months of operation.
"NerdsToGo is at the forefront of providing franchisees the support they need to be successful in the growing IT solutions industry," said Regis DeVeaux, franchise owner of the Alexandria, Va. location. "I'm proud to be part of a network that is not only thriving but also embracing new strategies for revenue growth and operational efficiency."

About NerdsToGo®:
NerdsToGo® is a growing IT services franchise brand that provides a simple path to overcoming the pain points and complexities of technology. Friendly and approachable Nerds offer solutions for efficiency and security for small to medium-sized businesses, as well as the individual who needs help with personal computers, devices and home networks. NerdsToGo is a service-oriented brand in the Propelled Brands® family. Providing Managed IT Services for business, the Nerds can assess, design and support IT networks while providing remote support and vendor management.

For more information or to learn about opportunities, visit NerdsToGo.com or contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@propelledbrands.com or call 214.346.5679)

Visit the webpage for Franklin to find out more info or schedule service   https://www.nerdstogo.com/franklin-ma/

Kevin Martin of NerdsToGo of Franklin, Mass recognized with Sales Achievement & President's Award
Kevin Martin of NerdsToGo of Franklin, Mass recognized with Sales Achievement & President's Award

Franklin Senior Center highlighted events for the last week for February 2024

"Looking for something to do this week? We’ve got tons going on at the Franklin Senior Center!"

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3xafGVr9hg/

Franklin Senior Center highlighted events for the last week for February 2024
Franklin Senior Center highlighted events for the last week for February 2024