Talking about "Create Art Around the World" with the NAHS student leadership team (audio)

FM #1158 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1158 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with the leadership team of the National Art Honor Society (NAHS). Amy Edson, FHS Art teacher, and club advisor. The leadership team students introduce themselves as we go around:  

• Raena, the President of NAHS and leading the Singapore room

• Allie, the Vice-President, and leading the Spain room

• Gia, the Data Manager, and leading the Columbia room

• Christine, the Social Media Director and leading the Sudan room

We had our conversation in one of the art rooms where the Create Art Around the World will be taking place. 

Thanks to the Franklin Cultural Council for the grant to enable this event for free.

Let’s listen to this conversation about the kid friendly (and did we say, “Free”) Create Art Around the World scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.  Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1158-fhs-nahs-create-art-round-the-world-03-07-24

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FHS Clay Studio Instagram account -> https://www.instagram.com/fhs_claystudio/ 

More about the Franklin Cultural Council -> https://www.franklinma.gov/cultural-council 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm). 

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!

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Create Art Around the World scheduled for Apr 24, 2024 - free & kid Friendly at FHS

Request for Expressions of Interest for the Purchase/Lease and Redevelopment of the Former Davis Thayer Elementary School

Request for Expressions of Interest for the Purchase/Lease and Redevelopment of the Former Davis Thayer Elementary School Located at 137 West Central St. in Franklin

The Town of Franklin is pleased to present this Request for Expressions of Interest (REI) in an effort to generate ideas for reuse of the former Davis Thayer Elementary School building and land, located at 137 West Central St.

Deadline:  Expressions of Interest must be submitted to the Purchasing Office by May 31, 2024 at 1:00 PM.

Information Sessions and Site Tours:  The Town offers you the opportunity to learn more about the site through participation in an Information Session and Site Tour scheduled for April 17, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and May 1, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Those interested in submitting a proposal can access the full REI here: https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/2024-02-26_rei_davis_thayer_1.pdf

Davis Thayer corridor mural

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/request-expressions-interest-purchaselease-and-redevelopment-former-davis-thayer

Photos from the Open House in October 2021 can be found in one album ->     https://photos.app.goo.gl/tXnMSzjQCuRwcUvu6

Beyond the Palmer Method – Learn about calligraphy March 16 & March 23

Learn about this useful artform and get an introduction to creating calligraphy. 

Meet our resident expert in penmanship, cursive writing methods, and calligraphy, Krishna Swain! 

"Words written in calligraphy have defined thousands of years of our history. In this program, we will dive into the history of the art form, particularly in America, and learn how to create beautiful calligraphy."

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, Franklin. The museum is open Saturday mornings from 10 AM - 1 PM and Sunday afternoons from 1 PM - 4 PM. 

When visiting the museum, please consider donating a non-perishable item for the Franklin Food Pantry. Check their current needs listing here ->   https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/pantry-needs/

Visit the Museum online at https://www.franklinmuseum1778.com

Beyond the Palmer Method – Learn about calligraphy March 16 & March 23

Limited time opportunity to get your Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise!!

For a limited time only, Rail Trail Merchandise!!!!

View this email in your browser Limited time opportunity to get your Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise!!

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Apparel For a limited time only!!! What better way to show your support for the Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail than by sporting our new apparel line on the trail or around town! Help us support and create awareness for this valuable resource. Place your order for FBRTC custom branded apparel at Custom Ink. Select your item, fill in your purchasing information and choose a shipping option.   Orders will be shipped to our group organizer, Bob Amrich, for distribution or can be  picked up at a monthly FBRTC meeting. Apparel can also be shipped directly to your address for an additional cost.  Apparel orders will be shipped approximately 2 weeks after the online sale ends on March 22.  Thanks for your support.  Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Merchandise

Copyright © 2024 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities in Finance, Facilities, and Public Works

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 

Chief Financial Officer - Finance Department

Budget and Fiscal Analyst - Finance Department

Mechanic/Motor Equipment Repair Person - Department of Public Works

Junior Building Custodian - Facilities Department

Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department 

Updated 03/13/2024

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities in Finance, Facilities and Public Works

Ballet Franklin adds a performance of Cinderella on Sunday, March 24

"A Royal proclamation: 

We are ADDING a performance of Cinderella on Sunday, March 24 at 5:30 PM!"

The revised performance schedule is

• Saturday, March 23 @ 7:00 PM (Cast A)
• Sunday, March 24 @ 1:00 PM (Cast B)
• ADDITIONAL SHOW: Sunday, March 24 @ 5:30pm (Cast A)

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C4eKaPku0-8/

Tickets available -> https://www.fspaonline.com/events.php?id=1745

Ballet Franklin adds a performance of Cinderella on Sunday, March 24

Teddy Gallagher's St Patrick's weekend

Teddy Gallagher's St Patrick's weekend

 

We hope to see you this week  

Opening at 10:30 AM on 3/17 and will be open all night! 

Limited menus on 3/16 & 3/17 

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/C4d5VUGxP-U/

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, Mar 15, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick  Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

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

8:30 am Frank Presents: Brian Cousins

10:00 am Riffin' on Main Street: Tom Mercer

11:00 am Senior Connection: Updates

12:00 pm Brooke'n'Cookin: Mac'n'Cheese

12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Cookies

1:00 pm Physician Focus: Oral Health

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

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

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: The Road to Tsongas Center

5:00 pm Jim Johnston: Ben Franklin and Martin Luther King, Jr.

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Joe Jencks

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

7:00 am MICCA Festival 2019

8:30 am Mental Health: Shannon Nesbitt

10:00 am FHS Varsity Wrestling: v Taunton 01-05-23

12:30 pm Universe of Adolescent Sleep

1:30 pm FHS Jazz Cafe 2024

3:00 pm Community Arts Advocacy Day: A Discussion

6:30 pm Hockomock League Swimming Championship 2024 Day 2

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

8:00 am  Zoning Board of Appeals 01-18-24

2:00 pm  Zoning Board of Appeals 01-18-24

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

Watch Listen Read all things that matter in Franklin MA

VFW Post 3402 Hosting Luncheon for Vietnam-Era Veterans 29 March 2024

Luncheon for Vietnam-Era Veterans

Calling local Vietnam-Era Veterans!

VFW Post 3402 is hosting a luncheon in your honor on 29 March 2024.

Event time is 12 PM (noon). RSVP required, call 508-613-1315.

See flier for more details!

 

VFW Post 3402 Hosting Luncheon for Vietnam-Era Veterans 29 March 2024

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/vfw-post-3402-hosting-luncheon-vietnam-era-veterans-29-march-2024

Franklin Residents are cordially invited to the Master Plan Open House - March 23

Dear Franklin Resident,

The Town of Franklin - Master Plan Update Committee cordially invites you to

participate to a momentous event – the Master Plan Open House!

We are thrilled to extend this invitation to you, as your insights and perspectives are invaluable in shaping the future of our community.

Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024

Time: 11:00 AM till 3:00 PM

Location: Dean College, Alumni Memorial Hall, enter 60 School St.

At this gathering, we will work to refine the blueprint for our community's future

development and seek your input, ideas, and feedback. This is a unique opportunity for you to engage directly with the officials, planners, and stakeholders involved in crafting this visionary plan.

During the Open House, you can expect:

• Interactive Presentations: Engage with dynamic presentations and visual aids that showcase the proposed master plan in detail. Our experts will be on hand to answer any questions and provide clarifications.

• Feedback Stations: Share your thoughts, concerns, and suggestions at designated feedback stations. Your input will play a crucial role in refining the master plan to better reflect the aspirations of our community.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow community members, local leaders, and professionals who share a passion for shaping our collective future. 

• Exchange ideas: forge new partnerships, and foster collaborations that will drive positive change.

• Refreshments: Enjoy complimentary light refreshments, generously donated by Dean College, as you explore the master plan and engage in meaningful conversations with Master Plan Committee members and other attendees.

We genuinely believe that by working together, we can create a master plan that reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our community while ensuring sustainable growth and development for generations to come.

Thank you for your commitment to our community's prosperity and well-being. 

We look forward to welcoming you to our Master Plan Open House!

Respectfully,

Councilor Glenn F. Jones

Town Council - Clerk of Council

Chairman Master Plan Update Committee

gjones@franklinma.gov

Franklin Residents are cordially invited to the Master Plan Open House - March 23

Shared from ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vfAcPzQfTNsBh789Evx0ADA6Y1evo3xS/view?usp=drive_link

Celebration of Arts and Culture: A Recognition of Grants and Funding Recipients - Apr 4

The Franklin Cultural Council and Franklin Cultural District Committee would like to invite you to the Celebration of Arts and Culture: A Recognition of Grants and Funding Recipients!

Celebration of Arts and Culture: A Recognition of Grants and Funding Recipients

When:  Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM

Where:  Alumni Memorial Hall, Dean College

• Music and Dance Performances 
• Congratulatory Remarks
• Light Refreshments
• Networking Opportunities

Please RSVP by March 28, 2024, Franklinculturalcouncil02038@gmail.com

Dean College, Alumni Memorial Hall is located at 105 Main Street. Please use the

School Street "Bulldog entrance" adjacent to Pieri Gymnasium at 60 School Street.

Shared from ->  https://t.co/Ix7AzPYS6k

Celebration of Arts and Culture: A Recognition of Grants and Funding Recipients - Apr 4

Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee gets insights and next steps (audio)

FM #1157 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1157 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the FPS Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee meeting held on March 13, 2024. The meeting was held in the 3rd floor training room. 

Participating in the room: D Callaghan, Supt. Giguere, Dr. Dutch, Dr. Rogers, P Marano, M D’Angelo, K Ham, and E Gallagher

Participating remotely: A Charles (for part of meeting)

Quick recap:

• Supt Giguere set up for Kate Jessup (?) Kaestle Boos  to provide her insights and findings as part of the tours and workshops, she has taken part of or facilitated

• Capturing the slides with photos (as they were shared), the presentation copy should be posted to the School page in the next day or so. When I find it, I’ll add the link here

The meeting runs about 65 minutes so let’s listen to the FPS Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee meeting held on March 13, 2024.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1157-fps-comprehensive-school-facility-plng-mtg-03-13-24

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School Committee page => https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 

Meeting Agenda doc  ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/fps_comprehensive_facilities_planning_sub_committee_agenda.pdf 

Photo album of the slides shared -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/GasFSL4EuKTwduid9 

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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!

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

Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee gets insights and next steps (audio)

Franklin High School Mock Trial Team Competes in Elite 8

Superintendent Lucas Giguere, Principal Joshua Hanna and Assistant Principal Michael Walsh are excited to share that Franklin High School's Mock Trial Team competed in the state's Elite 8 trial at the Moakley Courthouse in Boston. 

The team of about 30 students is led by team captains Anton Sackley, Jacob Bowser, Carolina Rawan, Ahan Shetty and Liana Warnakulasooriya.

Street Law and AP Government teacher Johnna MacLean serves as the club's faculty advisor with help from Franklin native Andrew Kepple, who is the Assistant Clerk Magistrate at the Southeast Housing Court.

The team secured a spot at the Regional Trials after winning three trials in a row. Then, the team advanced to the Fab14 and secured eighth place, advancing the team to the Elite 8 trial on Tuesday, March 12*.

Franklin High School competed in this trial against Dover-Sherborn High School, Newton South High School, The Winsor School, Gann Academy, Malden Catholic High School, St. John's Preparatory High School, and Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School. 

"The team's work ethic and professionalism were remarkable," Superintendent Lucas Giguere said. "They've arrived to competitions with victory in mind," he said. 

This year's case is Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. Maiyer Wahl, which is a criminal trial, and the team had to prepare both prosecution and defense roles. Their side of the case was only revealed on the day of the trial. The team performed outstandingly but lost by one point to Pioneer Valley, with a score of 101-100.

In addition to their successes this season, the Franklin Hill School Mock Trial team has had a history of impressive wins. Franklin High School has been to the Final Four round three times in the team's history and to the State Finals in 2019. 

"The students have thoroughly prepared for their trials, and their hard work has paid off," MacLean said. "We made it to the top eight out of 111 teams this season and I'm incredibly proud!"

* Updated via Principal Josh Hanna, the team lost by 1 point on Tuesday, March 12.

Does Food Count as a Basic Human Right? - March 17 at 10 AM

Join us for worship on March 17, as the First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) Food Insecurity Team, and their special guest, Tina Powderly, the Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry, explore their collective and personal journeys from focusing on alleviating food insecurity to that of Food Justice. 

Food Justice is the belief that access to food is a basic human right which can only be achieved if one advocates for structural change across the entire food system. Unfortunately, our current food system rests upon many inherent, deeply entrenched barriers to equity.  

This worship service will be interactive; if you have one, please bring your phone to voice your opinion on-line during the service.  All are welcome to attend, we look forward to meeting you.       

   

The First Universalist Society in Franklin is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA. For further information about FUSF please explore our website at fusf.org or contact our Interim Minister, the Reverend Beverly Waring at 508- 528- 5348 or minister@fusf.org 

March 17, 2024  10:00 AM

First Universalist Society in Franklin

262 Chestnut Street Franklin MA

Does Food Count as a Basic Human Right?

Town Council approves Request for Expression of Interest to be issued for Davis Thayer, refers zoning change to Planning Board (video)

The Franklin (MA) Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The agenda document can be found on the Town page -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-03-13_town_council_agenda_0.pdf

Franklin TV recorded and live broadcast the session to Zoom, Comcast/Verizon, & YouTube. The YouTube video is available for replay ->    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tm3tlPhSrWw

Quick recap:

• Citizens comments were active, one person speaking against the potential reinstatement of the suspended DPW Director. The others speaking for. The matter might have been on the Executive Session agenda. We'll know for sure some time later
• The minutes for the Feb 28, 2024 session were approved
• The  Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-905 for Zoning Map Changes From Single Family Residential III To Business, An Area On Or Near King Street was moved to refer to the Planning Board by an 8-1 vote. Pellegri cast the one "No" vote
• Resolution 24-14: Direction for Issuance of Request for Expressions of Interest for Purchase / Lease and Redevelopment of Former Davis Thayer Elementary School, 137 West Central St was passed by an 8-0-1 vote. Jones recused himself from the discussion as his residence is an abutter to the property
• The results of the Request for Expressions of Interest are non-binding. Input is due back May 31. At which time the Advisory Committee will spend time in June/July to review and bring back their recommendation to the Council for approval and possible further action
•  Resolution 24-15: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Public Library ($4,817.48). "This donation is especially meaningful as it marks the final gift from the Franklin Library Association, which after 150 years of operation, has closed its doors"
• The Council entered Executive Session to not return to public meeting with a 9-0 vote via roll call. 

My full set of notes captured via Twitter during the meeting can be found in one PDF file ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F_0S4RpGVb3mVuf_kutMg_uvXuW8zrvO/view?usp=drive_link

Video replay available for the Economic Development Subcommittee held March 13 (video)

Economic Development Subcommittee met as scheduled on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 beginning at 5:45pm. 

The agenda doc can be found -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-03-13_edc_agenda_.pdf

The meeting was recorded and live broadcast by Franklin TV to Zoom, Comcast/Verizon, & YouTube. The YouTube video is available for replay ->   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yNNjaJCSkg 

I was recording the School Committee subcommittee meeting upstairs that started at 5 PM and joined the meeting about 6:15 so my reporting won't be available immediately.

How did Norway become the electric car superpower? Oil money, civil disobedience – and Morten from a-ha | Electric, hybrid and low-emission cars | The Guardian

"More than 90% of new cars sold in Norway are electric. And it all started with some pop stars driving around in a jerry-built Fiat Panda

I’m kneeling on the snow outside the king’s house, impersonating a 1980s heart-throb, with a man named Harald and an electric car. It’s a situation that probably needs some explanation.

Harald isn’t the king, although the king of Norway is also called Harald; we just happen to be outside the monarch’s residence, a handsome red manor. I’m in Stavanger to find out how, in a world where transport contributes about 20% of CO2 emissions, Norway came to lead the world in electric car take-up. In 2023, 82.4% of private vehicles sold in the country were electric. In January, the figure was 92.1%. The goal is to hit 100% by next year."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) ->   https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/mar/12/how-did-norway-become-the-electric-car-superpower-oil-money-civil-disobedience-and-morten-from-a-ha

Although Norway leads the world in EV uptake, its wealth is built on petroleum, which still accounts for 52% of exports. Photograph: Ryhor Bruyeu/Alamy