What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, June 13, 2024?

Thursday, June 13

5:00pm Open House for Dogtopia of Franklin (Franklin Village Plaza)

6:30pm Tricky Trivia (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Ariesse (Live music) (La Cantina Winery)

9:00pm Matt Zajac (Live music) (3 Restaurant)

** Town Meetings today

• Conservation Commission Meeting (Council Chambers)

Event Date:  Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/06-13_conservation_agenda.pdf

• Cultural District Committee Meeting (Senior Center)

Event Date:  Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/20240613_cultural_district_committee_agenda.pdf

What's happening today 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://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

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

Dogtopia Franklin Village Opens June 17, Open House Today, June 13 (audio)

FM #1236 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1236 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Kerry Sequoia-Begs, the General Manager of the new Dogtopia franchise opening in the Franklin Village Mall Plaza on June 17, 2024. We met at the new location on Thursday, June 6, 2024. 

 

We talk about 

• The Dogtopia approach to doggy day care

• Opening June 17, normal hours 7 days from 7 Am to 7 PM

• Arrange a meet & greet for your dog to assess and plan for introduction to the daycare

• Other services available, check out the website for details and pricing

The recording runs about 10 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1236-dogtopia-franklin-village-opens-june-17-2024

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Dogtopia Franklin Village

475 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

Phone = 508-964-3695

Email -> franklinvillage@dogtopia.com 

Dogtopia Franklin Village web page -> https://www.dogtopia.com/massachusetts-franklin-village/ 

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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"

Dogtopia Franklin Village Opens June 17, Open House Today, June 13 (audio)

YMCA theatre group to perform Anastasia this weekend Jun 14 - Jun 15

Tickets On Sale: Anastasia presented by Theatre at the Hockomock YMCA's The Theatre Institute

Run-time: 2 hours with an intermission, Tickets start at $17. www.mrpac.art

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C8H495Bu6F8/

 

YMCA theatre group to perform Anastasia this weekend Jun 14 - Jun 15

 

Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee seems to reach consensus on land lease, keeping building (audio)

FM #1235 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1235 in the series. 

This session shares the audio for the Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Subcmte meeting held on Monday, June 10, 2024. The meeting was conducted in the Council Chambers. 

They had not met this year awaiting the receipt of Expression of Interests in the building/property. Five were confirmed received by the due date, May 31. 

After much discussion including hearing briefly from 3 of the 5 who happened to be present, the committee reached consensus on keeping the building intact, exploring a lease arrangement for the land, liking the mixed use proposals that may include housing.

 

The recording runs about 1 hour and 35 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1235-davis-thayer-bldg-reuse-subcmte-mtg-06-10-24

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The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV5S5rdihD0

The agenda and links to the proposals and appraisal:

1. Property Appraisal Review

a. Real Property Appraisal Report, Shepherd Associates, LLC - May 1, 2024   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/1a._2024_davis-thayer_real_property_appraisal_report.pdf

2. Expressions of Interest

a. Matthew Zajac  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/matthew_zajac_davis_thayer_music_mecca_proposal_1.pdf

b. Dean College  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/rei_davis_thayer_letter_of_interest_proposal_narrative_and_project_description_-_dean_college.pdf

c. Pennrose, LLC  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/pennrose.pdf

d. HFA and TMC Properties  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/tmc_hfa_davis_thayer_submission_email.pdf

e. Camford Property Group, Inc.  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/camford_property_group.pdf

My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/18sdxZAwZejdks44Wd9QcQCw5HhQ7IErC/view?usp=drive_link

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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"

Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee has 5 Expressions of Interest to consider - June 10 at 7 PM

Navigating life with disability? Check out the Rise Up group meeting Saturday, June 15 at 10 AM to see if it is for you

Via Ali Rheaume

"I'm so excited for Rise Up this Saturday!! 

- Date: June 15

- Time: 10-11 AM

- Location: Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA (parking and entrance/ramp on left side)

Outline:

- Open social time as people arrive

- Gather together for introductions

- Group conversation and a special word from James Gay, Staff Director with Representative Jeffrey Roy (*Note: this is still intended to be a social group and a space where we can hear about support/resources. We will not engage in political conversion.)

- More open social time

- Wrap up

Looking forward to seeing you there!"

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

For additional information about this event, please visit ->  https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

Navigating life with disability? Check out the Rise Up group meeting Saturday at 10 AM to see if it is for you

Multi-Family Yard Sale - Saturday, June 15 from 9 AM to noon

Multi-Family Yard Sale - Saturday, June 15

St. John’s Episcopal Church is hosting a multi-family yard sale on Saturday, June 15, from 9 am to 2 pm. Come to the front lawn at 237 Pleasant Street in Franklin and you will find all sorts of treasures.

Shop for housewares, home decor, furniture, toys and games, seasonal decorations, and more.  Proceeds fund the mission of St. John’s Episcopal Church.

For more info contact St. John’s Church at 508-528-2387

email: Admin@StJohnsFranklinMA.org

website: www.stjohnsfranklinma.org

Follow St. John’s on Facebook at:  https://www.facebook.com/stjohnsfranklinma/

Franklin Food Pantry: Celebrating One Year at 341 W. Central St.

Dear Friend,

This June marks one year since The Pantry moved to 341 W. Central St.! We have grown so much and are serving more neighbors through in-person shopping, curbside distribution, weekend backpacks, home delivery, and more. We have also expanded our food rescue partnerships and offer more choices including culturally appropriate food. 

Our team of volunteers has grown to over 300 individuals, and we are strengthening our commitment to sustainability by installing solar panels and launching a compost program. All that we have accomplished is because of YOU! We are grateful for our volunteers, donors, business partners, and clients. The support we have received is a true testament to the generosity and kindness in our community and I am proud to call Franklin home. 

Unfortunately, hunger in Franklin persists. This month, our partner the Greater Boston Food Bank released its fourth annual statewide study Food Equity and Access in Massachusetts: Voices and Solutions from Lived Experience. Many of the key takeaways mirror our experience at The Pantry: the cost of living and food is too high; people must choose between buying food or paying for housing, utilities, education, or transportation; food insecurity exacerbates many medical and mental health conditions; SNAP, WIC, and school meals are not enough. 

While we are excited about our one-year anniversary, we know that there is more work to be done and remain committed to meeting the growing demand for food assistance.

Donate and Help Fight Hunger https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/give-gifts/

Help us celebrate our one-year anniversary by getting involved with The Pantry – host a food or fund drive, make a monetary donation, or volunteer. There are so many ways to help us fight food insecurity and we can’t do it without you.

With gratitude and appreciation for your continued support,

Tina Powderly

Executive Director, 

Franklin Food Pantry

Read the Greater Boston Food Bank Report -> https://www.gbfb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/GBFB_Food-Access-Report_2024_final.pdf

Franklin Food Pantry: Celebrating One Year at 341 W. Central St.

Official Certified Results - Franklin, MA: Special Election Prop 2 1/2 Override results - June 11, 2024 "No by 236 votes"

The Official certified results were released on Wednesday, June 12 by Town Clerk Nancy Danello.

Town of Franklin Special Election Results - June 11, 2024
	Unofficial	Official Certified
Yes	5542	5542
No	5778	5778
Blanks	5	5
Totals	11325	11325
Registered voters		24975
Votes cast		11325
Percent Voters		45.3%
Vote margin		236

 

Official results by precinct -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/13wUEkbVKjt0gGo2a1Iqr1-yQJT64Nyx3/view?usp=drive_link

Official Certified Results - Franklin, MA: Special Election Prop 2 1/2 Override

THE BLACK BOX Sings this Summer

We’re so excited to bring back THE BLACK BOX Sings… series this summer OUTSIDE under the stars!

🥧 THE BLACK BOX Sings… WAITRESS on June 28th at 8:00pm starring Emily Koch (Broadway’s Waitress, WICKED, Kimberly Akimbo) and Jim Hogan (Waitress on tour, Broadway’s Kimberly Akimbo) with Ali Funkhouser, April Lisette, Dan Callaway, Robbie Rescigno, Nick Paone, and an ensemble of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites. Join TBB for a celebration of the beloved Sara Bareilles score.

❄️ THE BLACK BOX Sings… FROZEN on August 3rd at 7:00pm celebrating the music of the highest-grossing animated film of all time: Disney’s Frozen. The concert will feature a narrated telling of Elsa and Anna’s story with live performances of the film’s songs as well as new music written for the Broadway production. Enjoy the memorable songs of Kristen and Robert Lopez in concert outside at THE BLACK BOX!

🎤 THE BLACK BOX Sings… TAYLOR SWIFT on August 11th at 7:00pm with a cast of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites who will pay tribute to the most-streamed artist on Spotify: Grammy Award-winner Taylor Swift!

🧹 THE BLACK BOX Sings… WICKED on August 17th at 8:00pm. Pianist Austin Davy from the Wicked tour accompanies an FPAC all-star cast featuring Katie Gray, Ali Funkhouser, Nick Paone, Hallie Wetzell, and Tim Ayres-Kerr. Join us at TBB for a celebration of the music of WICKED and the story of the Witches of Oz.

ℹ️ Table seating and general seating are available. In case of inclement weather, the events will be moved inside. Modeled after the popular cabaret series “54 Sings” at Feinstein’s/54 Below in NYC, THE BLACK BOX continues THE BLACK BOX Sings… Series this summer. The series celebrates the music of musicals, composers, and artists sung by Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites.  

 

Shared from ->https://www.instagram.com/p/C8Hg4ujRtB7/

 

THE BLACK BOX Sings this Summer

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed to July 10, 2024

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed

The June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee meeting has been postponed. The new date for the hearing will now be  July 10, 2024 at 6:30PM.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/june-12-2024-master-plan-committee-meeting-postponed-updated-meeting-date

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed to July 10, 2024

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, June 13, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p Turntable – with Dave Butler and Paul Guarino
Our 2-hour deep dive into the great albums

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Frank Presents – Notable Local Conversations

 

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

7:30 am     Fallen Heroes Pt 3
8:00 am     Veterans' Call: SHINE
9:00 am     Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media
10:30 am     SAFE Coalition: The Hamlins
11:30 am     Cooking Thyme: Ice Cream
12:00 pm     Brook'n'Cookin: Tai Salad
12:30 pm     Cooking with Linda: "Marry Me" Chicken
1:00 pm     ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
2:00 pm     New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 2
3:00 pm     Riffing on Main Street: Steve Sherlock
4:00 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes May 2024
5:00 pm     Celebrate with Pride: Sioo
6:30 pm     Extended Play Sessions: Alice Wallace
8:00 pm     Frank Presents: Michael Videira
8:30 pm     Frank Presents: Corey Shea
9:00 pm     Endless Konnections: Legrand Lindor
10:00 pm     Tri County Graduation 2024

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

7:00 am     Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19
8:30 am     All-Town Showcase 2024: Band
10:00 am     FHS Graduation 2024
1:30 pm     Arts Advocacy: How-Tos
2:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes May 2024
3:30 pm     FHS Varsity Softball: v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24
8:30 pm     FHS Senior Awards 2024

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

7:30 am     Conservation Commission 05-30-24
2:00 pm     Conservation Commission 05-30-24
7:00 pm    Conservation Commission  - LIVE - Chambers  963 9679 9942

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

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