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Thursday, April 4, 2024
The FBRTC 5k - Seeking Volunteers
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, Apr 4, 2024
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Thursday
9:00a/12:00p/6:00p A Priest, A Minister, and a Rabbi
10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Frank’s Music – Frank Falvey and Jim Derick
11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Frank Presents – Frank Falvey Presents
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = Thursday
7:00 am Fallen Heroes Pt 2
8:00 am Veterans' Call: Robert Pierson
9:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Rob Lawson
10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Ice Cream
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa
12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 6
3:00 pm Riffin' on Main Street: Jacob Juncker
4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1
5:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture
6:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 11 - Kemp Harris
8:00 pm FrankPres_CoreyShea_030624
9:30 pm Franklin Art Association: Vincent Crotty
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = Thursday
7:00 am Public School Event: FHS Jazz Cafe 2023
8:30 am ATBand_031224
10:00 am FHS Boys Varsity Basketball State Finals 03-17-24
12:00 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon
1:00 pm ATChorus_031224
2:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1
6:00 pm Lifelong Music: Band
7:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Westwood 06-09-23
9:30 pm U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = Thursday
8:00 am Conservation Commission 03-21-24
12:00 pm Economic Development 03-13-24
2:00 pm Conservation Commission 03-21-24
7:00 pm Conservation Commission: LIVE, Chambers 959 8858 0486
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Franklin Cultural District: Veterans Coffee, Rough Sleeper, Culinary Cabaret, Silent Movie & more as #artshappen here
Wednesday, April 3
10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)
6:30pm Franklin Art Association (Franklin Senior Center)
7:00pm Newcomers & Friends Meeting (Escape Into Fiction)
Thursday, April 4
6:00pm Franklin LGBTQ Alliance (PINZ in Milford)
6:30pm Rough Sleepers Community Discussion (Franklin Public Library)
7:00pm Community Coffee Conversations: One Franklin (Birchwood Bakery)
Friday, April 5
10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)
11:00am SAFE Coalition Open House (SAFE Office, 31 Hayward St)
7:00pm Culinary Cabaret (THE BLACK BOX)
Saturday, April 6
10:00am First Annual Cornhole Tournament (Next9Up)
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:00am LGBTQ Brunch with Friends (Maks Roast Beef & Breakfast)
1:00pm Solar Eclipse Celebration (Franklin Public Library)
2:00pm FSPA: Disney Showcase (THE BLACK BOX)
6:00pmSilent Saturdays: "The Thief of Baghdad" (Franklin Historical Museum)
7:00pm FSPA: Disney Showcase (THE BLACK BOX)
Sunday, April 7
1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
Monday, April 8
6:00pm Community Session for Schools Facility Plng Workshop (FHS Cafeteria)
Tuesday, April 9
9:00am Fallen Hero: Joseph R Paulette & Russel W. Shaw (Veterans Walkway, Town Common)
7:00pm Trivia Night (Raillery Public House)
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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)
Find the full Community event calendar
https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
The Library calendar of events -> calendar link
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
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| Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here! |
The Second Sunday Speaker Series: 'twisted sisters' - April 14, 2024
The Second Sunday Speaker Series at the museum continues on April 14, 2024 with a look back at the ‘twisted sisters’ – the four devastating hurricanes that hit New England (and Franklin) 70 years ago, starting in the summer of1954 and continuing through the summer of 1955.
Doors open at 1 and the presentation begins at 1:15 PM. The presenter will be Eamon McCarthy Earls, a local author and former town councilor. FREE
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
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| The Second Sunday Speaker Series: 'twisted sisters' - April 14, 2024 |
FHS girls tennis, boys lacrosse, and baseball teams post wins on Tuesday
Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, Apr 2, 2024.
Baseball = King Philip, 3 @ Franklin, 5 – Final
– Despite falling behind a pair of runs in the top of the first inning, Franklin plated five straight between the first three innings to bounce back with a key win over rival King Philip. Travis Crawford doubled in Max Robison (single) and then scored on a single from Aiden Astorino to give KP an early 2-0 lead. The Panthers pounced for a pair of their own in the bottom half on an RBI double from Rex Cinelli that scored Henry Digiorgio (HBP) and a sac fly from Matt Miller to score Matt Lucini (walk). Franklin took advantage of a pair of errors in the second to take the lead on a two-run single from Digiorgio up the middle to make it 4-2 and then added a fifth run in the third when Cinelli (single) beat a throw home on a grounder from Cole Sidwell. KP pulled one back in the fifth on a two-out single from Tommy Gately to score Drew Herlin (double). Jake Shaughnessy got the win on the mound, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks with a pair of strikeouts in four innings and Miller earned the three-inning save with a trio of strikeouts. Nate Pennini allowed five runs but only two earned on four hits and a pair of walks for KP while Ryan Higgins tossed two scoreless innings in relief.
- For a photo gallery of the baseball game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2023-2024/Spring-2024/Franklin-King-Philip-Baseball-04-02-24
Softball = Franklin, 0 @ King Philip, 13 – Final (5 inn.)
– King Philip sophomore McCoy Walsh didn’t allow a hit in five innings and the Warriors’ offense got off to another strong start in a win over visiting Franklin. KP batted around in the bottom of the first inning, pushing across six runs highlighted by a two-out two-run double from Jo Bennett and an RBI single from Allie Cecere. KP added a single run in the second and then three more in each of the third and fourth innings. Maddie Paschke had three hits to lead the offense with a pair of doubles while Liv Petrillo (three RBI), Bennett (three RBI), and Cecere (two RBI) each had two hits. Walsh scattered five walks over five innings but didn’t allow a hit while striking out nine for the win.
Boys Lacrosse = Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 15 – Final
Boys Tennis = Franklin, 2 @ King Philip, 3 – Final
– The Warriors captured two wins in singles action and one more in doubles play to secure a key win over visiting rival Franklin. King Philip junior Arjun Kollu earned a 6-3, 6-0 second singles win and senior Leo Manning grinded out a 6-4, 6-1 third singles victory. At second doubles, the team of sophomores Brent Schneider and Logan Riley took a straight-set 6-3, 6-1 win to help clinch the team victory. Franklin senior Jay Gorgas earned his second win in as many days with a 6-1, 6-1 win at first singles and the team of Andrew Amante and Adarsh Presanna grabbed a 6-4, 6-1 win at first doubles for the Panthers.
Girls Tennis = King Philip, 1 @ Franklin, 4 – Final
– A singles sweep plus one more win from doubles action propelled the Panthers to a win over King Philip on Tuesday afternoon. Gabby Cura (first singles, 6-2, 6-1), Chloe Essam (second singles, 6-2, 6-2), and Brooke Taylor (third singles, 7-6, 3-6, 10-4) took care of business in singles action for Franklin while the team of Brooke Daniels and Sydney Tolonen rolled to a 6-1, 6-1 victory at first doubles. King Philip’s Tessa Sarkar and Alex Pauline rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 win at second doubles.
- For a photo gallery of the matches -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2023-2024/Spring-2024/Franklin-King-Philip-Girls-Tennis-04-02-24
Boys Outdoor Track
Franklin @ Attleboro, 3:45
Girls Outdoor Track
Franklin @ Attleboro, 3:45
For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required)
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| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |
FSPA: Don’t miss the 2024 Disney Showcase - 2 performances on April 6
"Don’t miss the 2024 Disney Showcase on April 6th at 2 PM and 7 PM in @theblackboxfranklin!
Featuring:
- CenterStage
- Broadway Light
- Broadway Bound
- Starstruck
Tickets are available at https://www.fspaonline.com/events.php?id=1665!
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| FSPA: Don’t miss the 2024 Disney Showcase on April 6 |
350 Mass Greater Franklin Node: Meeting, Thursday, April 4, 2024
The 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node will hold our next meeting this week, Thursday, April 4, 2024, 7:00-9:00 pm.
This will be a HYBRID meeting: you can attend in person, or join on Zoom.
Those of us who have been meeting in Franklin have enjoyed the chance to come together. We hope others will do the same.
Location of the in-person meeting: First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin.
OPTION:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274
Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923
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| 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node |
As usual, we will share information about 350 Mass, and discuss and plan for local and state activities.
We are scheduling Franklin residents to make Citizen Comments to the Franklin Town Council to advocate for a Franklin Sustainability Coordinator. When you SIGN UP, please write in your name and put an X on the date you want to speak. We really want a variety of town voices, not the same ones each meeting (4 meetings x 3 Citizen Comment speakers = 12 different voices). For those who have already signed up with Xs for all the dates, CHOOSE ONE and PUT PARENTHESES AROUND THE Xs ON THE OTHER DATES in case we need you as backup. DON'T WORRY: THE TALKING POINTS WILL COME LATER THIS MONTH (we're organizing them right now). SIGN UP HERE.
Also, attendees at our Node meeting will share developments in their cities and towns.
IMPORTANT Legislative Update: Call/email your legislators to push our bills, using our BRAND NEW TOOLKIT! It's very informative, giving you everything you need to know. Please take these actions this week and next week.
For more news about ongoing and upcoming events, please sign up for the Climate Weekly email. Also, check out upcoming events on our website.
We look forward to another informative and action-oriented Node meeting. We hope you can join us, in person or on Zoom. We will send a reminder on Thursday.
Our next meeting after this week will be the 3rd Thursday of the month, April 18.
Thank you.
Node Co-coordinators,
Carolyn Barthel
Ralph Halpern
Ralph Halpern
ralph.halpern@comcast.net
781-784-3839 (h)
339-203-5017
Senator Rausch thanks the Franklin Food Pantry volunteers with video message (video)
Franklin Food Pantry (@FranklinFoodPan) posted on Mon, Apr 01, 2024:
"April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! We're kicking off the recognition with a special thank you message to Pantry volunteers from Senator Becca Rausch. Thank you, volunteers!#NationalVolunteersMonth #volunteers #thankyou"
Video link -> https://t.co/FwPeHN6SC6
Shared from -> https://t.co/8getk7yWGw
Rausch, Franklin Food Pantry Video 2024 from Rausch Events on Vimeo.
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| Senator Rausch thanks the Franklin Food Pantry volunteers with video message (video) |
Franklin LGBTQ Alliance: Meeting at Pinz, Apr 4; announces date for Celebrate with Pride = June 22
In this newsletter we include an invitation to our next meeting and community events, including our next book club discussion, and include more opportunities to get involved.
You're Invited to our Upcoming Meeting
Join us for bowling and food at PINZ in Milford!Where: 110 S Main Street Milford, MAWhen: 6:00 PM
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| Franklin LGBTQ Alliance |
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Drum roll please... We are excited to announce:
Celebrate with Pride will be on June 22nd this year from 12-4 PM! (with a rain date of June 23rd)
Are you interested in getting involved? Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities!
Are you an organization looking to participate in the event? Sign-up here to request space: https://forms.gle/t2CkqitzK2BcyZfE8
Celebrate with Pride will be on June 22nd this year from 12-4 PM! (with a rain date of June 23rd)
Are you interested in getting involved? Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities!
Are you an organization looking to participate in the event? Sign-up here to request space: https://forms.gle/t2CkqitzK2BcyZfE8
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| Celebrate with Pride will be on June 22 |
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Apr 3, 2024
- 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)
- This slot features the Chalkboard Chat recapping the school budget hearing at their March 23 meeting -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/dave-i-recap-school-committee-budget.html
10:00 AM 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone All about wine, its culture, lore and finer point.
- In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi talk with Kathy McCabe-PBS Dream of Italy -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html
11:00 AM 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 3 PM)
- This slot features a recap of the Joint Budget Mtg with Tom Mercer, George Conley and David McNeill -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/tom-george-david-recap-joint-budget.html
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
7:30 am Mental Health: Kallie Montagano & Sonja Wagner
8:30 am FPAC: Hamlet
10:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Rob Lawson
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Ice Cream
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa
12:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
1:00 pm Norfolk County Prevention Coalition: Narcan Availability
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 6
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 3
3:30 pm Veterans' Call: Robert Pierson
4:30 pm The Millis Berfield Band
8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Ellis Paul
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
8:30 am Lifelong Music: Band
10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman
11:00 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1
12:30 pm FHS Varsity Softball: v Milford 05-22-23
2:30 pm Franklin Rec Basketball" 5th & 6th Grade Boys Championship
7:00 pm FHS Track and Field: v North Attleboro 05-09-23
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
8:00 am Town Council 03-13-24
12:00 pm Economic Development 03-13-24
2:00 pm Town Council 03-13-24
5:30 pm Subcommittee for Arts & Culture: LIVE, Chambers 890 9816 3504
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Silent Saturdays: "The Thief of Baghdad" - April 6 at 6 PM
Silent Saturdays start at 6 PM on four Saturdays of the month: Chris Leverone, a videographer and graphics artist from Franklin, has directed promotional and fundraising videos, and is currently a producer at Franklin TV. He developed this program of films in cooperation with the Franklin Senior Center.
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| The Thief of Baghdad |
- April 6 -- The Thief of Baghdad, a Douglas Fairbanks classic with marvelous stunts and production design that brings the audience into a fanciful `Thousand and One Nights’ landscape of mischief, mystery, and intrigue.
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
Party for The Pantry, a Musical Fundraiser for the Franklin Food Pantry, Raises $19,000
The Franklin Food Pantry, which provides supplemental food assistance and programs in Franklin, Massachusetts, is grateful to be the recipient of the Party for The Pantry fundraising event organized by Ray Auger and Bill Donovan. The ticketed party, which took place on Friday, March 29, 2024, at GlenPhamer Distillery in Franklin raised more than $19,000 to benefit The Pantry. The evening’s entertainment included music from The Pub Kings, South Street Six, and J.P. Royer, a silent auction, and numerous raffle prizes.
Sponsors for the event included: Allegra Marketing Print Mail, Coastal Closets New England, Colonial Fence Co., Core Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, Eagle Stainless Steel, Elemen-Tree House, Franklin LGBTQ Alliance, Franklin Matters, Tim Rice Photo, UpFront Guitars, J.M. Aldrich, The Baur Family, The Chouinard Family, The Gendreau Family, and Laura and Kyle Juszczyszyn.
“Coming together for a night of music, fun, and friendship is a great way to bring awareness to a growing need and support those experiencing hunger,” said Ray Auger, co-organizer of Party for The Pantry. “The Franklin Food Pantry positively impacts thousands of lives, and we love giving back to this organization that assists so many.”
Independent fundraising events are an essential operating revenue source for The Pantry. Funds raised allow The Pantry to purchase food and personal care items, offer programs and services, and support daily operations.
“We are extremely grateful to Ray Auger and Bill Donovan for organizing this year’s amazing Party for The Pantry, and the event sponsors, raffle donors, and attendees for their generosity and support,” said Tina Powderly, Executive Director, Franklin Food Pantry. "The proceeds from this year's Party for The Pantry will go directly to feeding people, make a difference in the fight against food insecurity, and help strengthen our community."
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| Party for The Pantry, a Musical Fundraiser |
For more information on supporting the Franklin Food Pantry, or to attend an upcoming fundraising event, please visit the Franklin Food Pantry website.
About the Franklin Food Pantry, Inc.
The Franklin Food Pantry, Inc. offers supplemental food assistance, household necessities, and resource referral programs to more than 1,300 individuals per year. The Pantry relies on donations and grants to purchase items and pay for daily operations, and partnerships with The Greater Boston Food Bank, Lovin’ Spoonfuls, and local grocery stores to achieve greater buying power and lower costs. Programs include In-person Shopping, Curbside Pick-up, Emergency Food Bags, Mobile Pantries, Home Delivery, Kids’ Snack Bags, Weekend Backpacks, Holiday Meal Kits, Community Gardens, and the Franklin Farmers Market.
The Pantry is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in good standing in Massachusetts, recognized by Charity Navigator as a Four-Star Charity, and awarded GuideStar’s Platinum Transparency ranking. The Pantry is located at 341 W. Central St. in Franklin, MA on Route 140. Please visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.
Culinary Cabaret at THE BLACK BOX, Friday, April 5 raises funds to support Electric Youth 2024
Join us at THE BLACK BOX when the culinary and performing arts unite for an inspired evening of fabulous food, libations, and entertainment!
The 12th annual Culinary Cabaret spotlights this region’s outstanding culinary talent, showcasing fine wines, craft beer, delectable spirits, flavorful dishes and mouth-watering desserts!
Featuring entertainment by Electric Youth and special guest artists of the Franklin Performing Arts Company. Culinary Cabaret supports Electric Youth 2024! This year’s growing list of partners includes Parker’s Pub, 3, The Shed, Curry House, JK Catering, Caribbean Press, Sierra’s, Applause, Pour Richard’s and more!
Tickets available at THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370!
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C5JK6txLMXw/
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| Culinary Cabaret at THE BLACK BOX, Friday, April 5 raises funds to support Electric Youth 2024 |
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