"It’s finally back: episode two of the T-co Topical is out now!
On this episode, we discuss our final production of the season, Peter and the Starcatcher!
Additionally, we look back on Legally Blonde and Flowers for Algernon, look forward to the Ocean State Star Awards, and get ready for our next adventure as FHSTC!"
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| FHS Theater Co shares T-co Topical - episode 2 (audio) |
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| Can you be a volunteer driver for the Franklin Office of Meals on Wheels? |
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| Wahlburgers at the Plainridge Park Casino |
"Come join us!
Painting Venus at The Curry House
Have a night out with some friends, support a good cause
and local business.
Seating is limited The Curry House
From the Raillery Public House:
"Start out your April vacation with Elsa!"
Make your reservation online for the Raillery -> https://raillerypub.com/
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| Elsa scheduled to appear at the Raillery Public House - April 15 |
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| Master Plan Update Cmte: Sustainability Subcommittee Agenda for April 16, 2024 |
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| Sign up to perform with the Franklin Public Schools Music Department at PorchFest - June 1 |
The contractor has made great progress this week, so starting Monday April 8th Old West Central between Rt. 140 to Pond Street will be back open to two way traffic. The dead end section of Old West Central serving Ledgewood Condominiums and Franklin Crossing will continue to be closed at Tri-County Drive. Those residents will continue to use the right hand turn only detour onto Rt 140 by the
Dunkin Donuts.
For Monday only, the entrance to Tri-County Drive at Old West Central will remain closed. All Tri-County traffic will need to enter and exit via the Pond Street Entrance.
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
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| Interactive construction detour map & updates |
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor
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| ‘Call for Artists’ for public Sculpture Park |
The arts and culture sector plays a vital role in enriching the fabric of the Franklin community as we strive to build a vibrant and inclusive municipality. Investing in arts and culture initiatives is essential for driving economic development, strengthening social cohesion, and nurturing a sense of identity among community members.
A. Review of AgendaB. Payment of Bills Mr. CallaghanC. Payroll Mr. McNeillD. FHS Student Representative CommentsE. Superintendent’s Report
A. Horace Mann Highlights
A. FY25 Budget VoteI recommend approval of the FY25 School Budget in the amount of$81,319,261.00 as discussed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_fy25_budget_vote.pdf
B. School Choice VoteI recommend that the School Committee not accept new School Choice students for the 2024-2025 School year as discussed.
C. Policy – 2nd Reading / AdoptionI recommend adoption of policy JFABB – Admittance of Foreign Exchange Students as discussed.
A. Approval of MinutesI recommend approval of the minutes from the March 19, 2024 SchoolCommittee Meeting as detailed.B. FEF GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $3,500.00 from the Franklin Education Foundation for supplemental supplies as detailed.C. Keller GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $6900.00 from the Keller PCC for Field Trips as detailed.D. Music GiftsI recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $455.00 from Music parents as detailed:$40.00 Parent In-house enrichment$415.00 Parents Field TripE. Oak St. Recurring Prov. Children’s Museum Field TripI recommend approval of the request of Brad Hendrixson to take 1st graders to the Providence RI Children’s Museum on May 2, 2024 as detailed.F. Oak St. Recurring RW Zoo Field TripI recommend approval of the request of Brad Hendrixson to take 2nd graders to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI on June 6, 2024 as detailed.G. ASMS GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $3,760.00 from the ASMS PCC for field trips as detailed.
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for the meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024 at 7 PM |
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee subcommittee meetings - April 9 & April 10 |
FM #1167 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1167 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Town Council as they released their final report on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. The meeting was held at the Council Chambers and broadcast by Franklin TV via cable (Verizon & Comcast), as well as Zoom and live stream to YouTube.
Chair Cobi Frongillo, members Melanie Hamblen and Ted Cormier-Leger.
Cory Shea, new Director of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy introduces what she is up to in her early days here.
The meeting runs about 45 minutes (brief tech difficulty in the opening minutes with an echo was resolved). Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1167-franklin-town-council-arts-culture-subcmte-mtg-04-03-24
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Franklin TV recording on YouTube -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPz7IPBOqAc
Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/1._arts_culture_20240130_170221_0000.pdf
Arts & Culture subcommittee report -> https://www.franklinculture.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif596/f/uploads/arts_culture_20240403_195555_0000.pdf
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Arts & Culture report discussed, new Arts & Culture Director introduced
"Important announcement to our customers and followers!!"
This was announced at the Franklin Downtown Partnership general meeting Thursday morning (4/04/24). April's husband had lost his job this past October and the new job confirmed Wednesday will require a relocation back to Ohio. They will be looking for a buyer and failing that be forced to close the store.
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C5WMcwZt_ZX/
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| Escape Into Fiction book store for sale |
The Town of Franklin Health Dept. & Fire Dept. Present: STOP THE BLEED, a training course in how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control it. Become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens.
Wednesday, April 24 from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Classroom located at Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central St.
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945ACAF2EAAF9C25-48885037-stop#/
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| Have you taken the FREE "Stop the Bleed" Training Course? Next one is April 24 |
Download the flyer as a reminder or to share -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/4.24.24_stop_the_bleed_flyer.pdf
Spend #starwarsday celebrating #graphicnovels with !
Join us for Pen to Picture May 4 at 1 PM.
Thanks to a grant from this event is free and open to the public!
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| From the Crazy Reading Ladies - Save the Date - May 4 for "Pen to Picture" with Jarrett Krosoczka |
Jarrett Krosoczka, author, illustrator, and graphic novelist will be at the Franklin Library for an author talk, drawing demos, photo ops, and more
Watch Jarrett's TED Talk -> https://www.ted.com/talks/jarrett_j_krosoczka_how_a_boy_became_an_artist
Please visit our website https://www.franklinma.gov/stormwater-division for more information and to learn why keeping stormwater clean is in everyone's best interest.
The Franklin DPW has partnered with the Great American Rain Barrel Company to offer residents rain barrels at a discounted price. The Spring program is open until Sunday, April 7th. To order a rain barrel and for more information about this program, visit: https://www.franklinma.gov/stormwater.../pages/rain-barrels
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/stormwater-credits
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| Now is the time to apply for Stormwater Credits for FY 2025 |
In accordance with MGL c.30B, it is the intention of the Town to retain the services of a Foodservice Equipment and Refrigeration Repair contractor to provide preventative maintenance and on-call repair to the Commercial Foodservice and Refrigeration Equipment at six Franklin Public School Buildings and the Town's Senior Center. This contract has a one year term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with two one-year town options to renew, subject to annual appropriation.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/preventative-maintenance-and-call-repair-foodservice-and-refrigeration-equipment
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| Preventative Maintenance and On-Call Repair of Foodservice and Refrigeration Equipment |
