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| Senior Center events for the week of June 3 - 7 |
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a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.
a. April 10, 2024 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3a._april_10_2024_tc_meeting_minutes_-_draft_for_review_-_google_docs.pdf
a. Proclamation & Performance: Electric Youth
a. Capital Budget Subcommitteeb. Economic Development Subcommitteec. Budget Subcommitteed. Master Plan Committeee. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committeef. Police Station Building Committeeg. GATRA Advisory Board
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June1 - William G. Hosford - WWII5 - Frank Gryzboski - WWII12 - LLoyd M. Ellis - WWII14 - Timothy J. Hayes - WWII15 - Elijah H. Coldwell - WWI20 - Edward A. Kelly - WWII24 - Baldo S. Lazzerini - WWII
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Library Hours
The Library's hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Library will be closed Wednesday, June 19th for the Juneteenth holiday.
Franklin Public Library's Summer of Reading!
2024 Summer Reading Program for Kids, Teens and Adults
Theme: Read, Renew, Repeat!
Starting on June 1st, kids teens and adults can sign up for summer reading on our website to participate!
Franklin Reads! Summer 2024 Community-wide Read – beginning June 1st
We'll be reading The Humans by Matt Haig, author of the New York Times best seller The Midnight Library.
About the book:
When an extra-terrestrial visitor arrives on Earth, his first impressions of the human species are less than positive. He is disgusted by the way humans look, what they eat, their capacity for murder and war, and is equally baffled by the concepts of love and family. But as time goes on, he starts to realize there may be more to this strange species than he had thought. Disguised as Professor Andrew Martin, he drinks wine, reads poetry, develops an ear for rock music, and a taste for peanut butter. Slowly, unexpectedly, he forges bonds with Martin's family. He begins to see hope and beauty in the humans' imperfection, and begins to question the very mission that brought him there.
Pick up a copy of this brilliant, funny, touching novel at the library. You may also check out the ebook from Libby, or make a request through the library catalog if no copies are available.
2024 Reading Challenge
June: A book with a color in the title!
For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!
Museum Passes
Now is a great time to reserve passes to the area's most popular museums, aquariums, and more! Passes are available to be reserved up to thirty days in advance.
Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, June 14th, 1:00-5:00pm. Saturday, June 15th, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, June 15th, from 1:00-4:00pm
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!
Move Along! Mondays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!
Cool Cruisers! Tuesdays @ 9:30AM (Crawlers & Early Walkers)
Babies who have graduated from tummy time and are scooting all over the place are welcome to this playgroup just for them! We recognize that this fun age of exploring is very different from their first few months, so join us for a special playgroup just for this exciting time! No registration required!
Pre-K Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 3-5)
ENDS THURSDAY, JUNE 20 - WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER.
This 30-minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!
Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!
Story Tots! Wednesdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 18 mos. – 3yrs)
ENDS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 - WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER.
Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and fun! No registration required!
Bookworm Bounce! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 0-5)
Join us for an afternoon story time full of music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy! No registration required!
Tummy Time! Thursdays @ 9:30AM
Babies and caregivers: join us each Thursday morning for Tummy Time! Nurture your baby's development with gentle music, movement, and sensory play at the library! Please bring a small blanket or towel for your baby's comfort! No registration required!
Pre-K Pals! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 3-5)
ENDS THURSDAY, JUNE 20 - WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER.
This 30-minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!
Toe-Tapping Tots! Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4:00PM (Ages 2-5)
Let's play some music and get those toes tapping! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. No registration required!
Happy Feet! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
Let's play some music and get those feet moving! Join us for 30-minutes of creative movement and dancing fun! No registration required!
Move Along! Alternating Fridays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
This thirty-minute program features music, movement, stories, and other interactive activities for littles! Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration required!
Weekend Wiggles! Alternating Saturdays @ 10:30AM (Ages 0-5)
A weekend storytime for littles and their grown-ups! Let's play some music and dance! We will have fun learning to move to the music while building coordination and confidence. Laughter and giggles are definitely expected! No registration required!
Health Fair! Wednesday, June 5th @ 2:00PM
Come join us for a free and fun filled evening at the Franklin Public Library for Franklin Health Departments first annual Spring Health Fair! The event will include local vendors, local health resources, health services exhibitors, food trucks, activities for kids, raffles & giveaways, a petting zoo, and much more!
Grown-Ups & Donuts! Saturday, June 8th @ 10:30AM
Bring your favorite grown-ups for a special donut social featuring live music with Jamie Barrett! No registration required!
Shavuot Celebration! Saturday, June 8th @ 11:30AM
Join the library for a special celebration! Enjoy ice cream, crafts and stories as we learn about Shavuot! Presented in partnership with Temple Etz Chaim! No registration required!
Petite Picassos! Monday, June 10th @ 3:30PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a summertime sunset! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-11! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!
Farmer's Market Fun! Friday, June 14th @2:00PM
Join the Franklin Public Library for a special visit at the Franklin Farmer's Market! Crafts & Activities for kids! Summer Reading Signups & Info! Learn about our programs for all ages! No registration required!
Petite Picassos! Saturday, June 15th @ 1:00PM
Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a summertime sunset! This paint party is a great fit for children ages 6-11! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!
Summer Reading Kick-Off Carnival! Saturday, June 22nd @ 10:30AM
Join us for an epic morning of summer fun! Sign up for our FREE summer reading program and enjoy: Children's Museum of Franklin Pop-Up Exhibits, mini golf, Game Stations, Crafts, Balloons, Temporary Tattoos, AND MORE! No registration required!
Mr. Vinny Bubble Show! Monday, June 24th @ 4:00PM
Mr. Vinny, using giant bubble wands designed and constructed by the Bubble Guy himself, will gather kids for an hour long game of watch, chase, and pop the bubbles! No registration required!
Pre-K Bootcamp! Tuesday, June 25th @ 10:30AM
This 30 minute program for kids ages 3-5 is a perfect jumpstart for kiddos that are approaching school-age! Stories, music, movement, and engaging activities designed to prepare kids for a school environment! No registration required!
Rainforest Reptiles! Wednesday, June 26th @ 10:30AM
Travel with us to the different rainforests around the world and meet the alligators, turtles, snakes and more that call these places home! Real, LIVE animal fun for all ages! No registration required!
Learn to Play Ukulele! Thursday, June 27th @ 10:30AM
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary! Ukuleles provided. No registration required!
Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show! Friday, June 28th @ 10:30AM
Join us as we welcome Ed Popielarczyk for a one-of-a-kind magic show that is guaranteed to leave the whole family impressed! No registration required!
Pumpernickel Puppets! Saturday, June 29th @ 10:30AM
Join us for a fun show, including a cast of colorful puppet characters, live voices and sound effects! No registration required!
Chess Group! Saturday, June 29th @ 2:00PM
Chess - The Game of Kings has resumed play! All ages and ability levels are welcomed. If you would like to learn how to play chess, you are welcome as well! Learn an opening, develop strategic & tactic abilities, improve endgame skills. Sets will be available. No registration required.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/june-2024-franklin-library-news-events
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| June 2024 Franklin Library News & Events for Kids & Families |
"Join us on June 11 at 6:00 PM at THE BLACK BOX to celebrate the Franklin School for the Performing Arts Class of 2024!
All are welcome!"
Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/ZB4TMtFjcKArqXuw/
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| FSPA Senior Showcase scheduled for June 11 at 6 PM |
FM #1223 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1223 in the series.
This session shares the Franklin Master Plan Update Committee meeting held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format with most in the 3rd floor training room and a few participating remotely.
Quick recap:
Subcommittee Reports - They did get through the round of updates from the subcommittee chairs (with 1 exception). Most had not met since the prior meeting anticipating a new meeting to review the discussion from tonight (later in the agenda)
Review Goals for each element - They started and deviated multiple times in the intersection around housing, economic development, transportation. (This is not unlike any other discussion in the general community around what it takes to make Franklin a better place.)
Public Hearing prep - spent some time to reach consensus on the presentation for the public hearing scheduled for June 12. Sentiment to get the objectives that drive the goals out well in advance of the meeting didn't seem to reach consensus due to timing and to approach. Some wanted to get goals agreed to before getting into objectives, yet the objectives help explain the goals. We'll wait and see what comes out before the public hearing.
The recording runs about 1 hours & 59 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1223-master-plan-update-cmte-mtg-05-29-24
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The Franklin TV video for this session -> https://www.youtube.com/live/0liwAaLsFzQ?si=Yfz4FnaSRASN95jn&t=101
The meeting agenda ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-may_29_2024.pdf
The Master Plan page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/master-plan-update-committee
My full set of notes captured during the meeting -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Suocmznpurt4aKQlVnEndcZWVaejaTFs/view?usp=drive_link
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On Friday, June 7, the MetroWest Networkers Group (MWNG) is pleased to host David Hunt - Networking
Networking is both a science and a black art, and with everyone networking to find work or open alternatives, understanding basics is critical. David Hunt has been networking for years and created a presentation "Hard Won Lessons in Networking" to share those lessons with others.
David is a Mechanical Engineer who has worked for multiple companies across diverse industries and has successfully offered consulting services for 12 years. He's also networking for a new position as well - and applying his techniques to create contacts at target companies.
The MWNG meets
1st & 3rd Fridays of the month. 10 am - Noon
24 Vernon St, Framingham, MA 01701
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| MWNG Welcomes David Hunt - Networking - Friday, June 5 |
