Thursday, July 4, 2024

Joe Landry: Hurricane of 1938 (video)

Want to catch up to the Joe Landry presentation on the Hurricane of 1938 that he presented to the Senior Center? Thanks to Franklin TV, you can!



How to Boat - Sarah Cooper (video)




Note: I generally avoid big party politics but on a day when democracy is celebrated, one does need to question the quality of our current leadership candidates.

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, July 4, 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

7:00 am Fallen Heroes Pt 4
7:30 am Veterans' Call: Matt Ching Pt. 1
9:00 am BEN4 Franklin Launch
10:30 am SAFE Coalition: The Hamlins
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Italian Sausage
1:00 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3
3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Michael Walker Jones
4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts
5:00 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022
6:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 11 - Kemp Harris
8:00 pm 4th of July Festivities
9:00 pm Endless Konnections Kitchen: Tomato Soup
10:00 pm Tri County Graduation 2024

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-14-19
8:30 am Public School Event: Sullivan Spring Music 2024
11:00 am FHS Graduation 2024
1:30 pm ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli
2:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts
4:30 pm FHS Varsity Softball v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24
8:30 pm Franklin Footlighters: Footloose

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 06-13-24
12:00 pm Davis Thayer Re-Use Advisory 06-25-24
2:00 pm Conservation Commission 06-13-24

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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Wednesday, July 3, 2024

4th of July Celebration - Wednesday, July 3, 2024

The Franklin 4th of July Coalition schedule of events for Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Carnival
  • Ride Wristbands: 6 - 10 PM

Music
  • 6:00 - Smoke & Whiskey
  • 7:30 - Backyard Swagger

Food
  • pizza, hot dogs, water - Franklin Democratic Town Committee
  • ice cream sandwiches, cold soft drinks - 4th of July Coalition
  • French fries, fried dough - Franklin Rod & Gun Club
  • root beer floats, nachos, corn dogs - Franklin Republican Town Committee

The 4th of July Celebration is totally supported by donations, consider contributing to the cause -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

4th of July Celebration - Wednesday, July 3, 2024
4th of July Celebration - Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Franklin Food Pantry fundraiser at La Cantina Winery July 19

Join us on Friday, July 19, 2024 at La Cantina Winery to support The Pantry’s team of runners led by Amber Baur as they commit to running the Falmouth Road Race! 

Tickets are $30 each and include entry, door prize ticket, and a beverage. Proceeds will benefit the Franklin Food Pantry



Franklin Food Pantry fundraiser at La Cantina Winery
Franklin Food Pantry fundraiser at La Cantina Winery


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Second Sunday Speaker Series: Joe Landry & Scott Mason (video)

Want to catch up to the Second Sunday Speaker Series featuring Joe Landry & Scott Mason? Thanks to Franklin TV, you can.



Franklin Senior Center Connection Newsletter for July 2024

Franklin Senior Center Connection

Newsletter July 2024

View the Franklin Senior Center's Monthly Newsletter: July 2024

Our programs are in full force this summer! Don't miss some of our July Highlights:

  • July 10 - Laughter Yoga 
  • July 11 - Pizza & Movie Night, Ordinary Angels
  • July 12  - Eat Around the World Germany
  • July 16 - Comedy Show - Steve Sweeney, the King of Boston Comedy, will be sure to get you laughing! Join for an afternoon of a coffee bar, desserts, and comedy. 
  • July 17 - Memory Cafe
  • July 18 - Coffee Hour with State & Local Officials
  • July 19 - Monthly Party: Luau with Steel Drum Performance
  • July 22 - Mini Golf Event: 9-hole Mini Golf Course at the Senior Center! ALL are welcome, bring your friends, kids, & grandchildren. Event will conclude with an ice cream treat!
  • July 29 - Southeastern MA Community Concert and ice cream social. 
  • July 30 - Rainbow Cafe

Please note the Senior Center is closed on Thursday July 4th. There will be no Veterans Coffee Social on July 3rd and no Warrior within Yoga Class on July 4th. 

Read more


Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, July 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)

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.
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)

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

7:30 am Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan
8:30 am BEN4 Franklin Launch
10:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Twisted Sisters
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Italian Sausage
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 8
3:30 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022
5:00 pm Veterans' Call: Matt Ching Pt. 1
6:30 pm FHS Graduation 2024
9:30 pm 4th of July 2023: Duppy Conquerors

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

8:30 am Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021
10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Task Force
11:00 am Public School Event: Concert Hour Day 1
12:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts
1:30 pm Tri County Graduation 2024
3:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24
5:30 pm FHS Graduation 2024

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

8:00 am Town Council 06-26-24
2:00 pm Town Council 06-26-24


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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Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Franklin Performing Arts Company announces their 2024-25

The FPAC’s 2024-25 Season! 

🎸Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme… You better get me to school on time! FPAC presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock Oct. 18-27 at THE BLACK BOX! Based on the hit movie, School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Directed by @rayelynnmercer (Raye Lynn Mercer) with music direction by @halliejw (Hallie Wetzell) !

📓FPAC presents David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Proof Nov. 15-17 at THE BLACK BOX! Catherine has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, Robert. When he dies she has more than grief to deal with: there’s her estranged sister, Claire, and Hal, a former student of her father’s who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks that Robert left behind. And a further problem: how much of her father’s madness - or genius - will Catherine inherit? Directed by Nick Paone. 

🌎 FPAC presents To Tell a Story About the Earth, a new play by Miranda Rose Hall in development by @lubdubtheatreco Jan. 10-12 at THE BLACK BOX! After a disastrous first production, a fledgling theater company has decided to call it quits. But when the local librarian requests a new performance for Earth Day, the young artists have a decision to make. Directed by @caitlinnasemacassidy (Caitlin Nasema Cassidy) and @ladderonface (Geoff Kanick) !

🎭Bialystock and Bloom! FPAC presents The Producers! A down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! Directed by @rayelynnmercer , choreography by Broadway’s @clayricethomson ,and music direction by @halliejw (Hallie Wetzell) !

🪶 FPAC presents the musical adaptation of Little Women Jun. 6-8 at THE BLACK BOX! Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March. Directed by @alifunk (Ali Funkhouser) with music direction by @halliejw (Hallie Wetzell).

🎁 FPAC Holiday Productions will present The Nutcracker and ‘Tis the Season!


Franklin Performing Arts Company announces their 2024-25
Franklin Performing Arts Company announces their 2024-25


July 2024 Franklin Library News & Events for Adults

July 2024 Franklin Library News & Events

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 Thursday July 4th for Independence Day.

Franklin Public Library's 2024 Reading Challenge!
July: A book published the month you were born!
For complete details and to sign-up, visit our website! Grand prizes made possible by the Friends of the Franklin Library!

Museum Passes
No 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, July 19th, 1:00-5:00pm.  Saturday, July 20th, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon  All books are just one dollar!
  • Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, July 20th, from 1:00-4:00pm  Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Franklin Library ESL & Adult Literacy Program
Volunteer tutors needed! To volunteer please be at least 18 years old, have a High School diploma, & speak English clearly.  No prior teaching experience needed!  Volunteer tutors and students do not need to be Franklin residents. If interested, please fill out the registration form on the library's website.

Events for Adults

Knitting Group! Fridays @ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Library Community Room on Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Table Top! Alternating Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 6:00PM
Registration Required. No Experience Necessary.
It's time to dust off your dice, grab a source book and role play your way through hijinks and horrors! Table Top is a Monthly game of Tabletop Role Playing Games for Adults!
Email mgousie@minlib.net to sign up or get more info!

Friends of Franklin Library Meeting! Wednesday, July 3rd @ 7:00PM
Love the Library? Then how about joining the Friends! Attend the next Friends of Franklin Library meeting! Contact the FOFL at: fofl02038@gmail.com | Follow the Friends on Twitter: @FriendsFranklin

Family Game Night! Tuesday, July 9th @ 6:00PM
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, July 11th @ 6:30PM
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!

Maker Moment Saturday July 13th @ 2:00 PM
No Registration Required!
Take on a small project to try a new skill! Beginner friendly instructions and coaching is the focus, but veteran makers are always welcome to share their expertise! We are making small shell trays from air dry clay!

Interactive Movie: Jaws Thursday July 18th @6:00PM
Enjoy an interactive screening of the beloved classic movie, Jaws! Popcorn and props are provided!

Crochet FUNdamentals, Friday July 19th @1:00 PM
Come explore the fundamentals of crochet as we work together on a simple project to foster the learning process.  In our two hour class we will explore the following; pairing of yarn and hook, gauge, the chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet, and treble crochet.  All class materials will be provided. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Painting For Adults! Saturday July 20th @1:00PM
Registration Required!
Grown-ups! Are you feeling creative? Join Miss Lily to create your very own step-by-step painting of a Santorini-inspired scene! All materials will be provided.

History in Concert: Journey through American Pop Saturday July 20 @3:00 PM
Performed by Jon Waterman this unique performance experience combines music, history, storytelling with original songs inspired by his research.

Chess Group! Saturday, July 27th @ 2:00PMChess - 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!
 

***From Friends of the Franklin Library***
 

The Friends held their 2024 Annual Meeting last month and elected several new Board Members. Congratulations to Dave Djerf who was elected as President, and to Alan Earls and Liz Pungitore who were elected as Directors. We welcome Dave, Alan, and Liz to the Friends' Board!

Thank you to Lisa Rein our outgoing President! Lisa has been on the Friends' Board since 2017, most recently serving as our President from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024. We are very appreciative of Lisa's many contributions through the years and of her excellent leadership as our President for the past several years. While we will miss seeing Lisa at our monthly board meetings, we look forward to having Lisa as a library Friend for many years to come.

Friends of the Franklin Library is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Franklin Public Library. We meet monthly from September to May and are always looking for new Friends to join us. Save the Date: Our next meeting is scheduled for 7:00pm on Wednesday, September 4th. In the meantime, we wish everyone a wonderful summer filled with reading great books and attending fun library programs & activities!

Interactive Movie: Jaws Thursday July 18th @6:00PM
Interactive Movie: Jaws Thursday July 18th @6:00PM

Ben Franklin Book Week: Vera Meyer - Glass Harmonica (video)

Want to catch up to the Vera Meyer glass harmonic performance from Ben Franklin's book Week? Thanks to Franklin TV, you can.



Upcoming Recognition Ceremony KIA Dates for Fallen Heroes for July, August & September

Via Franklin Veterans Service:

The Killed in Action (KIA) dates for upcoming remembrance ceremonies on the Memorial Walkway for Franklin's 45 Fallen Heroes.

Our hope is to keep the memory of these Fallen Heroes alive. Families, friends and neighbors of the 45 have attended some of the ceremonies so the word has gotten out, thanks to you! 

July
5 - Howard T. Feeley WWII
17 - Gerald M. Parmenter - WWII
18 - Alessandro Petete - WWI
18 - Patrick Ristaino - WWI
30 - Anthony J. Mucciarone - WWII

August
15 - Jules Perret - WWII
15 - Robert R. Pirelli - IRAQ
20 - Edward C. Dailey - WWII
22 - John W. Wyllie, Jr. - WWII

September
9 - David Bullukian - WWII
18 - Levi Pieri - WWI
21- Lawrence E. Garron, Jr. - Vietnam
21 - Alfred L. Mucciarone - WWI
25 - Frank J. Smith - WWI


For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway



Trak & field volunteers looked for

Coach Bailey (@FranklinHSXC) posted on Mon, Jul 01, 2024:

"Attention all T&F and XC athletes! Volunteers needed for the following:

Sat, July 6th: Volunteers needed for kids 1 Mile run. Meet at common at 8:30am

July 9, 16, & 23rd: Volunteers needed for the FHS Youth track meets. Meet at FHS at 4:45pm

Email Coach Bailey for more info"



Bluey scheduled to appear at Raillery Public House, reserve now for July 17

"Bluey schedules an appearance at the Raillery Public House. 
Note: Highchairs may be limited, reservations are encouraged."

Bluey scheduled to appear at Raillery Public House, reserve now for July 17
Bluey scheduled to appear at Raillery Public House, reserve now for July 17

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, July 2, 2024

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

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen 
Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

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

7:30 am Joe Landry: Shoe Stores
9:00 am Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan
10:00 am 4th of July Festivities
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Italian Sausage
1:00 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish
1:30 pm Fallen Heroes Pt 4
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 8
3:30 pm Riffing on Main Street: Michael Walker Jones
4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts
5:30 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
6:00 pm Senior Connection: Public Health
7:00 pm BEN4 Franklin Launch
8:30 pm Endless Konnections Kitchen: Tomato Soup
9:30 pm Tri County Graduation 2024

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-14-19
9:00 am Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021
10:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts
11:30 am Tri County Graduation 2024
2:00 pm Mental Health: Ryan Pellechia
3:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse v Mansfield 05-17-24
5:30 pm Public School Event: Sullivan Spring Music 2024
7:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse v Barnstable 06-03-24
9:00 pm Franklin Footlighters: Footloose

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

8:00 am School Committee 06-18-24
12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 06-26-24
2:00 pm School Committee 06-18-24

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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Monday, July 1, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, July 1, 2024?

Monday, July 1
4:00pm Cruise Night in Franklin (Sierra's Brick oven pizza)
4:00pm Slime Time (Franklin Public Library)
9:00pm The Great American Recipe - Franklin's Marcella DiChiara


**  NO Town Meetings today


What's happening today in Franklin?
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    

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

Master Plan Update Committee schedules a Public Hearing for July 10, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Public Hearing for July 10, 2024
Public Hearing for July 10, 2024

The Master Plan Update Committee will be holding a public hearing on July 10, 2024.

The public hearing will take place at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Council Chambers.



Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/master-plan-public-hearing-july-10-2024



Note: For those concerned about growth, traffic, etc. The goals and objectives will be released at this session for review and comments. These goals and objectives will determine what the Town of Franklin will do over the next 10 years to enhance life here.

July 2024 Franklin Library News & Events for Teens

Weekly / Monthly Events for Teens

Family Game Night! 2nd Tuesday of the Month @ 6:00PM
Try and new game! Introduce your favorite! Most importantly... Play games! This is a monthly group dedicated to the great board games out there and a space to find some new people to play with! No registration required!

Code Club! Wednesdays @ 4:00PM (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 Book Bites! Wednesdays @ 5:30PM (Ages 12+)
Teens! Bring along a snack and join us in the teen room each Wednesday for a casual chat about what we're all reading! No registration required!

Teen Advisory Board! 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 6:30PM (Ages 12+)
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! No registration required!

Collage Club for Teens! Thursdays @ 1:00PM (Ages 12+)
Teens! Join us each Thursday afternoon at 1:00PM all summer long for a casual lunchtime collage- session! Materials will be provided (though you can always bring your own magazines!) Feel free to bring your own lunch/snack and your creativity! No registration required!

Tricky Trivia! 2nd Thursday of the Month @ 6:30PM
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! No registration required!

Special Events for Teens

Fun with Drones! Friday, July 5th @ 1:00PM
Join licensed drone pilot Brian Kourtz of Boston 25 News as he shows us the different types of drones, uses for drone footage, how to get your pilot's license, and of course, how to fly a drone! No registration required!

Paint-Teens! Monday, July 29th @ 5:00PM
Teens! Join Miss Lily and create your very own step-by-step painting of a summer popsicle! This paint party is a great fit for teens ages 12+! All materials will be provided. Registration is Required!

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/july-2024-franklin-library-news-events

July 2024 Franklin Library News & Events for Teens
July 2024 Franklin Library News & Events for Teens