What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, September 4, 2024?

• Wednesday, September 4

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)

5:00pm Weekly Trivia Night (Glen Pharmer Distillery)

6:00pm Hack Your College Application (Franklin Public Library)

6:30pm Franklin Art Association (Franklin Senior Center)

**  Town Meetings today   **

• Board of Health Meeting (virtual meeting)

Event Date:  Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 5:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/9-4-24_-_agenda.pdf

• Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting (Council Chambers; live TV broadcast to Comcast, Verizon & YouTube)

Event Date:  Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 5:45pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-09-04_edc_agenda_1.pdf

• Town Council Meeting (Council Chambers; live TV broadcast to Comcast, Verizon & YouTube)

Event Date:  Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-09-04_town_council_agenda_0.pdf

• Friends of Franklin Library Meeting (presumably at the Library - location not specified)

Event Date:  Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 7:00pm

No agenda published to Town calendar

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

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:

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/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Town of Franklin: Government 101 - budget cycle (audio)

Continuing to bring forward items from the archives, we share this podcast episode on the financial budget cycle. About the only thing that has changed since the recording in April 2022, is that at the time, the Town was still working towards the AAA rating. The Town of Franklin received that accolade (May 2022) the month after this recording.

This shares my conversation with Town of Franklin Finance Director/Comptroller Chris Sandini and Treasurer/Collector Kerri Bertone. We had this conversation in the Franklin studio on Thursday, April 14, 2022.  

We cover the following key topics

A typical day for Finance Director/Comptroller

A typical day for Treasurer//Collector

The budget cycle, and fiscal year (July to June)

Three financial years; past, current, and future all in the mix

Our conversation runs about 62 minutes. Links to the documents referenced during this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let’s listen to this recording of my conversation with Kerri and Chris. 

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-780-town-of-franklin-budget-cycle-finance-terms-04-14-22

Town of Franklin budget cycle

Note: As Chris Sandini has now retired, there are plans to update this with Treasurer/Collector Kerri Bertone and School Business Administrator Jana Vasconcelos-Melotti.

Sarah & Ariel share the scoop on the event highlights for September at the Senior Center (audio)

FM #1270 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1270 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Sarah Amaral, Director, and Ariel Doggett, Programming & Volunteer Coordinator with the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion at the Franklin TV Studio on Thursday, August 29, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Spirit week - Sep 9 to 13

• Social security session on Sep 10

• Remembrance on Sep 11

• Low vision support group Sep 12

• Monthly party “Broadway” - Sep 13

• Medical marijuana - Sep 17

• Still thinks he is funny - Sep 25

• Movie night - “Thelma” - Sep 26

• Eat around the World features India - Sep 27

• Chromebook units to check out

And many other aspects of the very busy and fun place that the Senior Center is for the whole community, not just seniors!

The show notes include links to the Senior Center page ,the calendar of events and to subscribe to the once  a month newsletter 

The recording runs about 30 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1270-franklin-senior-center-sept-2024-highlights-08-29-24/

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Franklin Senior Center page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc 

September newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/september_2024_newsletter.pdf 

Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945

September 2024 Calendar of Events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2024-09 

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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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Sarah & Ariel share the scoop on the event highlights for September at the Senior Center (audio)

Cultural Council grants available, info session scheduled for Sep 5, applications due Oct 16, 2024

The FY25 Local Massachusetts Cultural Council Grant Applications are now available.  

Learn more and create your account and submit your grant application at:  https://massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/

Application Opened:  September 1, 2024

Info Session: September 5, 2024

Application Deadline: October 16, 2024

Cultural Council grants available

Franklin Cultural Council Funding Priorities for FY25 are:  

1.  Engaging Our Community:

- Held in the Town of Franklin or actively involves Franklin residents.

- Occurs within the boundaries of the Franklin Cultural District, the vibrant, walkable area that surrounds Downtown Franklin. For a map of the FCD, visit franklinculture.org.

2. Uplifting our Neighbors: Links the arts to the emotional well-being of Franklinites and contributes to personal and community resiliency and joy.

3. Promoting Cultural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Elevates the voices and experiences of historically marginalized groups to create a more inclusive culture sector in Franklin.

4. Preserving Cultural Heritage: Commemorates Franklin’s local history and celebrates our new traditions.

5. Removing Barriers: Makes cultural experiences accessible to all, regardless of physical or economic constraints.

6. Supporting the Next Generation of Artists: Educates and/or supports school age children (grades K-12) in music, theatre or art programs.

Franklin Cultural Council Funding Guidelines for FY25 are: 

1. The applicant's project should elevate the rich cultural life of our community by expanding access, improving education, promoting diversity, and encouraging participation in and appreciation of the arts, humanities, civics, history or social sciences. 

2. The applicant’s project must provide adequate public access for all and should be documented in the grant application. 

3. Applicants must have a clear, written commitment from the sponsoring organization or venue. 

4. Franklin Cultural Council funds are not intended to be used as the sole source of funding for projects. 

5. Ticket prices for events will be taken into consideration during the grant approval process and must be included in your application. 

6. Applicants must take into consideration local and state public health guidelines in place at the time of their event.

Apply today!  

Spread the word to people and organizations who fit these priorities and guidelines!

https://www.facebook.com/share/XqwZxAx97mvnCrVS/

@HockomockSports provides the outlook for FHS Volleyball for Fall 2024

Via our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports outlook for Franklin High School

Franklin

2023 Record: 19-3 (Kelley-Rex division champions)

Head Coach: Emily Carens

Year after year, Franklin continues to lose some of the top players in the Hockomock League to graduation but these Panthers seem to find a way to reload each fall.

Emily Carens takes over at the helm for the season after spending the past two seasons on Sam Redmond’s staff. Carens was a standout player at Worcester State and was selected to the MASCAC All-Conference First Team three times in her career. While the Panthers will have to find replacements for a handful of key players, like four-year starter Taylor Lacerda, Carens has a strong pool of talented players back in the mix for the 2024 season. Junior Makayla Kuykendall already has two years of varsity experience and has established herself as one of the best all-around players in the league. Junior middle Olivia Alberti is coming off a breakout season and gives Franklin a legitimate threat at the net both offensive and defensively.

Carens also has a strong senior class in Brooke Daniels, Olivia Valante, and Faith Edgehill. That trio of players brings a wealth of varsity experience and their leadership of a team that will feature some new faces will be vital in Carens’ first year at the helm.

“One strength is our balance,” Carens said. “We are focusing on ‘One Team’ mentality this year. Everyone will positively contribute both offensively and defensively.”

For other team outlooks across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-volleyball-preview/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Register now for the Girls Fun-filled basketball clinic scheduled for Sep 9

Is your daughter looking for a great way to get ready for 

@metrofranklin, @St_MarysCYO tryouts and the @FranklinRec

 season?

Join the FHS Girls Basketball team for a fun-filled basketball clinic. 

Be sure to register today‼️!

Register here ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmBH3bpkvC7ll2MKQIIIGUyOl1xEIYIuoCW1QywJCo0rCWlg/viewform

Shared from -> https://x.com/fhsgbbboosters/status/1830796850258936100

Register now for the Girls Fun-filled basketball clinic scheduled for Sep 9

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node meeting - Thursday, Sept 5 at 7 PM

Greetings all!

Our 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node meeting is this Thursday (September 5th) evening at 7 PM! 

It will be HYBRID, in person and by Zoom from 7:00-9:00pm!

We will be discussing how we'll be approaching Rep. Jeff Roy regarding what we want in the climate bill, emphasizing the importance of coupling phasing out gas with siting and permitting infrastructure. 

Come learn what you can do!  

For more news about ongoing and upcoming events, please sign up for the Climate Weekly email. Also, check out upcoming events on the 350 Mass website.

With gratitude,

Node Co-coordinators 

Carolyn Barthel and Steve Derdiarian

Thursday, September 5th at 7-9 PM

350 Mass Greater Franklin Node meeting - Thursday, Sept 5 at 7 PM

Senior Center menu for week of Labor day

Senior Center menu for week of Labor day

 

"Feeling hungry?!   

Check out our weekly specials at the Common Grounds Cafe at the #franklinseniorcenter"

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/ryExbHh3T9VhnpU4/

Glen Pharmer starts Trivia Night on Wednesdays

Weekly Trivia Nights starting Wednesday, September 4th on our second floor event space!    

Doors will open at 5 PM and Trivia will be from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. 

Come join us for food, beer, wine and cocktails!

No reservations needed, just pencil us into your calendar

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

For more about Glen Pharmer Distillery visit their web page -> 

glenpharmer.com

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Sep 4, 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)

• This slot features  my conversation with Dave Callaghan, School Committee Chair ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/4th-annual-vigil-for-international.html

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.

• In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi talk with Jean Arnold, owner of Kate Arnold Wines    ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html

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)

• This slot features with my conversation with Mitzi Gousie as she reveals the September Library event highlights -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/08/mitzi-i-talk-about-september-2024-event.html

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

7:30 am     Mental Health: Elizabeth Hagy

8:30 am     Franklin Art Association: Vincent Crotty

10:00 am United Methodist Church: Lola Richardson

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Pesto Pasta

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Game Day Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm     Paris Olympics: Kristi Kirshe

5:00 pm Veterans' Call: Robert Pierson

6:30 pm     Concerts on the Common: Padula Band

9:30 pm     4th of July 2024: Neon Lighthouse

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

8:30 am     Cultural Council: BT ALC Big Band

10:00 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness 2022

11:00 am Lifelong Music: Strings School 2022

12:40 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball: v Lincoln-Sudbury 09-26-23

3:00 pm Track and Field: v King Philip 05-04-22

5:30 pm     FHS Varsity Swimming v North Attleboro 01-05-24

8:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

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

8:00 am Town Council 08-14-24

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 08-21-24

2:00 pm Town Council 08-14-24

5:45pm        Economic Development Committee CHAMBERS 

7:00 pm Town Council  CHAMBERS   862 3284 5195  

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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State Primary - Town of Franklin Unofficial Results - Sep 3, 2024

Unofficially with 4,682 ballots cast of approx. 25,000 eligible voters for an 18.7% turnout, we share the results per Town Clerk Nancy Danello.

Official results will take a couple of days as the write in votes need to be counted and confirmed.

3 page PDF file -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/100JLQR8QQYWzka6EJcLAKhUPe8kLYByI/view?usp=drive_link

State Primary - Town of Franklin Unofficial Results - Sep 3, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, September 3, 2024?

Tuesday, September 3

6:00am  Primary Election (Franklin High School)

6:00pm Table Top (Franklin Public Library)

6:30pm Franklin Garden Club - monthly meeting (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm MOMS ONLY (kid free) STROLL (SNETT Trail Head - Grove St)

7:00pm Musical Bingo (Raillery Public House)

7:30pm Voice of Franklin, part of Toastmasters International (Franklin TV Studio)

**  Town Meetings today   **

• Master Plan Update Committee Meeting

Event Date:  Tuesday, September 3, 2024 - 6:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-september_3_2024_0.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

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:

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/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Town of Franklin: Government 101 (video)

We're going to the archives to bring forward a number of key items to share to help folks who are now newly engaged in the budget discussion to help understand the overall process.

While this was recorded in 2019, the basic structure hasn't really changed. Some of the folks involved then are still around, some are new. 

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TpAM973oxI

Town Council Chair Tom Mercer, Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, former SchCmte Chair Anne Berger, former School Supt. Sara Ahern