Franklin Public Library: Weekly / Monthly Events for Teens & Special Events for Teens - May 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!!

Family Game Night, Tuesday, May 14th @ 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!

Tricky Trivia Thursday, May 16th @ 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!

Special Events for Teens

Teen Regency Era Tea Party! Wednesday May 15 @5:30PM

Gentle Reader, you are formally invited to a celebration of Jane Austen, Bridgerton, and all things Regency! Please join us for an early evening tea party complete with sandwiches and sweets and the soundtrack to match!

College Life Panel Discussion for Teens! Wednesday May 22 @5:30PM

Teens! Join a panel of FHS graduates as they share their experiences and advice, as well as answer any questions you may have about college with a uniquely Franklin perspective!

For the full Library newsletter for May events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/may-2024-franklin-library-news-events

Franklin Public Library:  Weekly/Monthly Events for Teens - May 2024

Mix and Mingle scheduled for May 10 for small business & professionals at Franklin Carpet One

Mix and Mingle scheduled for May 10 

"Save The Date!!

We can’t wait to meet you all and chat!

RSVP to Sandy 😊  Sandy@franklintilecarpetone.com"

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/C6b7XqBxwmx/?igsh=cmQ2aHBmemh1a2xz

Registration for Tri-County summer camp is open now

Check out Tri-County's summer camp offerings for students in grades 6 - 8 (during the 2024-25 school year)!  

Each camper gets a t-shirt and their choice of one of our amazing experiences!  

Use the link to register today ! https://ow.ly/qW7l50RvF1c

Use the link to register today ! https://ow.ly/qW7l50RvF1c

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/NVzrtgHoCMgvp7Nx/?mibextid=oFDknk

Town Council after much discussion votes to set June 11 as date for a $6.8M Prop 2 1/2 override (audio in 2 parts) Town Council after much discussion votes to set June 11 as date for a $6.8M Prop 2 1/2 override (audio in 2 parts)

FM #1190-91 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1190-91 in the series. 

This session shares the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, May 1, 2024 in 2 parts. 

All 9 councilors took part in Chambers.

Part 1  (~2 hours)

Covers the first hour of the meeting

• Citizen Comments

• Approval of Minutes - March 13, 2024

• Proclamation: Chris Stearns, Franklin TV 

• Police Department - Introduction of Mental Health Clinician Caroline Ferris

• Appointment to Conservation Commission - Nicole Chiaramonte

• Presentation: FY23 Financial Audit - Scott McIntire, Partner, Marcum LLP

And then skips past the Override presentation to jump to the citizens comments on the override and then the closing of the meeting

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1190-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-05-01-24-part-1-of-2

Part 2 (~ 2 and a quarter hours)

Includes the entire section of the joint presentation by Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and School Superintendent Lucas Giguere including the Council question and answers

Many department heads also spoke for the pledge

Legislation for Action

• Resolution 24-19: Override Pledge to the Citizens of Franklin

• Resolution 24-20: Setting Date of Proposition 2 ½ Override Ballot

• Resolution 24-21: Proposition 2 ½ Override Ballot Question 

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1191-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-05-01-24-part-2-of-2

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The Franklin TV broadcast of the 4 hour plus session is available for replay on YouTube ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9nkmKHkrxA 

Agenda and supporting documents for this session -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/fixed_tc_agenda_v4.pdf 

Joint presentation doc-> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/4b._2024-05-01_override_pledge_presentation.pdf 

My notes captured via Twitter can be found in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fv18ylsYtYhbaSiLXkEDkZLQkm8C-2Q1/view?usp=drive_link 

Photo album with the slides as captured during the presentation on Wednesday

https://photos.app.goo.gl/dDxgDMFrcXDaNqR78 

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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"

Town Council after much discussion votes to set June 11 as date for a $6.8M Prop 2 1/2 override (audio in 2 parts)

What's happening this weekend in Franklin? May 3, May 4 & May 5, 2024

Friday, May 3

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Tri-County Drama presents "A Simpler Time"

Saturday, May 4

9:00am Mah Jongg: Play All Day (FUSF)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Horace Mann Birthday Celebration (Franklin Historical Museum)

11:00am Disability Expo 2024 (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm Pen to Picture: A Graphic Novelist Panel (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Tri-County Drama presents "A Simpler Time"

7:30pm Sheamus McShea (live music)

Sunday, May 5 = Cinco de Mayo

10:00am Mobile Museum (Vendetti Motors)

1:00pm This Old Thing? - An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston (Franklin Historical Museum)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) Book Talk (Franklin Public Library)

What's happening this weekend in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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 Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

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 Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open for viewing (and purchasing the art displayed) during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Dean College Announces Departure of President Kenn Elmore

It is with a blend of gratitude and well wishes that the Board of Trustees announces President Kenn Elmore will be stepping down from his position at Dean College. Since taking the helm after the tenure of our long-serving prior President, President Elmore has been guiding the institution through a crucial transition period.

Under President Elmore's stewardship, Dean College has not only navigated this period of change successfully but has also made significant strides toward becoming a more integrated partner within the Franklin community. His efforts have led to enhanced community engagement initiatives and a strengthened bond between the College and the area it proudly calls home.

Furthermore, President Elmore’s enthusiastic advocacy for Dean College has been instrumental in promoting the institution to a wider audience. His passionate commitment to enhancing the College's profile and reach has introduced Dean to new horizons, drawing students, faculty, and partnerships that enrich our diverse and vibrant community.

The Board of Trustees extends its deepest gratitude to President Elmore for his service, commitment, and leadership.

While we prepare to navigate this transition, the Board is committed to ensuring a seamless and thoughtful process to identify a successor who will continue to advance the mission and values of Dean College. In the interim, we remain dedicated to our students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the Franklin community, upholding the standards of excellence that have been significantly bolstered under President Elmore's guidance.

Please join us in expressing our heartfelt thanks to President Elmore for his contributions and in wishing him all the best in his future endeavors. In the interim, the College will be led by an Office of the President consisting of Board Chair Mark Boyce, Executive Vice-President Sandra Cain, and Chief Financial Officer Tom Pistorino. Further announcements regarding the search for a new President will be made in due course.

About Dean College: Dean College is a private college located in Franklin, Massachusetts, offering full-time and part-time programs in a variety of disciplines. Founded in 1865, Dean boasts a tradition of academic excellence, a vibrant student life, and a close-knit community. For more information, visit www.deancollege.edu.

Shared from -> https://franklinobserver.town.news/g/franklin-town-ma/n/251292/community-stunned-planned-departure-dean-president-ken-elmore 

Dean College Announces Departure of President Kenn Elmore

Reminder: This Old Thing? - An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston - May 5

Who hasn’t been intrigued by something old... and who hasn’t stopped to wonder, ‘what’s it worth’?  

On Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM, local expert, James C. “Jim” Johnston, will dazzle and inform the audience and those seeking knowledge about family heirlooms and garage sale finds alike with An Antique Appraisal Adventure with Jim Johnston.

An Antique Appraisal Adventure 1

Johnston, who has been in the antique and appraisal business for more than six decades, has a nearly limitless store of knowledge about all things old, with particular emphasis on Americana, Porcelain, Glass, Rare Books, Coins, Stamps and Pottery. His appraisals often come with the kind of fascinating context and anecdotes that make him – a lifelong educator and author -- much sought after, whether to please an auditorium audience or for the evaluation of a private collection.

Appraisals are ‘on-the-spot’ and oral and are $5 for the first appraisal and $3 for additional items, up to an event maximum of three items and $11.  The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum, a 501(c) 3 non-profit that raises funds to benefit the Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the museum. 

The Friends can accept cash or check.  There will also be an option to “watch at home” via Google Meets. To learn about payment options, how to participate virtually, or to reserve a contact alan.r.earls@gmail.com. Handicapped Access Available.

An Antique Appraisal Adventure 2

Mr. Johnston will preface the appraisal-day program with a discussion of what constitutes “Value”, or more appropriately “Range of Value”, when appraising an item of any sort. He will also discuss various factors reflected in an evaluation such as: the sociological factors, condition issues, rarity, and Adam Smith’s Rule of Supply and Demand as it effects the value of art, antiques, and collectibles in any time period. 

He will also discuss “Purpose” of evaluation such as: probate, inheritance, divorce, and insurance, as well as insurance evaluation and replacement value, with the idea of choosing a fearless appraiser with experience in dealing with insurance companies, and with “Court Experience” and experience in delivering “Expert Testimony.”

Mr. Johnston performs written appraisals by arrangement, starting at $125. 

Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central St, downtown Franklin, near the fire station. You can also visit the Historical Museum on the web at

http://franklinhistoricalmuseum.org/   

Comprehensive School Facility Planning Subcommittee meeting set feedback forums on redistricting proposal (audio)

FM #1187 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1187 in the series. 

This session shares the Comprehensive School Facility Planning Subcommittee meeting of Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Subcommittee Chair Dave Callaghan, Al Charles, Erin Gallagher, Supt Lucas Giguere, Asst Supt Paula Marano, Business Administrator Dr Bob Dutch, Facility Director Mike D’Angelo, and Facility Deputy Director Kevin Hart participated.

Summarized topics of the discussion

• Review of the feedback from the School Committee meeting on Tuesday April 30, comprehensive facility planning website being updated

• Discussion on how to handle the former DT students/families

• Discussion feedback session (to be posted as a workshop) for School Committee, confirmed Saturday, May 4 at FHS, also scheduling a session on May 7 at 6 PM (location TBD).

• Discussion on demographics trend and new visual created

• Discussion on some of the after school activities, like track which can’t realistically be done with the 3 different schools but could with the one combine middle school

The meeting recording runs about 26 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1187-comprehensive-school-facility-plng-mtg-05-01-24

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Agenda for this session ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/franklin_public_schools_comprehensive_facilities_planning_sub_committee_meeting.pdf 

Link to schools website on redistricting -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/comprehensive-school-facilities-assessment 

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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 Facility Planning presentation at April 30 SchCmte Mtg

Comprehensive School Facility Planning - slide on considerations

Tri-County Drama Club presents "A Simpler Time" May 3 & May 4

 "A Simpler Time"

 

On Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th, the TC Drama Club presents A Simpler Time.   

Come travel with us in a deceptively low budget time machine as we search for a time when life was SIMPLE. 

Join us at 7 pm in the TC Auditorium. 

Tickets are $5 cash at the door. We hope to see you there!

Shared from ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/C6biRjnrQjN/

HSE Franklin registration is open for the Class of 2028

HSE Franklin is High School Experience; the introductory program for rising 9th graders enter Franklin High School in September 2024.

"HSE for the Class of 2028 is 3 months away! August 6 & 7. 

Register at https://t.co/DqlvmzxqTA 

@RMS_Remdawgs @HMMSLightning @sullythehusky @FranklinHS @FPSLearning @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters @FranklinPSNews @FPSHealthPE @franklinpolice"

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/HseFranklin/status/1786051855702745300

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3-Xyacb8RE

Panther News for May 3, 2024 (video)

On this week's Panther News: 

A video showcasing the Classics Club, we celebrate students receiving National Latin Exam Awards, and Juniors share their excitement about prom! https://t.co/4dU6gqlTKB via @YouTube 

@FranklinHS @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/fhspanthertv/status/1786076290925154325