"We'll be meeting at The Big Apple Farm at 10:00 am to go apple picking together.The Big Apple Farm charges $3 a ticket for a hayride to the picking locations, $30 to fill a peck bag, or $40 for a half-bushel.No reservation is needed, but we'd appreciate if you could e-mail or PM us if you are planning on attending so we know who to expect. Let us know if you want to participate but will need financial assistance to do so. Carpooling and/or sharing bags of apples can be coordinated with other attendees."
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Monday, September 9, 2024
Apple picking event scheduled by Franklin LGBTQ Alliance for Sep 22 at 10 AM
Acting Director of religious education at FUSF appointed
FUSF has appointed Sara Allegretti as Acting Director of Religious Education!“Sara is a highly-qualified professional who values collaboration and creativity in her work, and cares deeply about the children of our congregation. We are delighted to have Sara join FUSF as our Acting Director of Religious Education.” —Board President, Caitlin MacDonaldThe First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is a Unitarian Universalist Welcoming Congregation located at 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin MA. For further information about FUSF and its religious education program please explore our website at fusf.org or contact Sara Allegretti, Acting DRE at 508 528-5348 or dre@fusf.org
Young adult (21-35) mixers scheduled in Worcester
"Hi All!Wanted to share this event for young adults (ages 21-35)!
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Young adult (21-35) mixers |
All participants must be pre-registered to attend the event! The cost is $20 per person with a 2.50 processing fee. This includes appetizers, beer and wine, and dessert. Best of all, it's a monthly mixer geared toward connecting young adults, ages 21-35, for conversation, networking, and fun. We will meet on the third Wednesday from 7-9pm every month in one of two locations which will rotate. Both locations are in Worcester with their own lots for safe and easy parking!
October 16th 7-9pm First Unitarian- Bancroft Room- 90 Main Street Worcester, MA (parking off State Street to the left of the building, entrance in the lower lot.)
November 20th 7-9 pm -The Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester- 140 Shore Drive Worcester, MA
December 18th- 7-9pm- First Unitarian- Bancroft Room- 90 Main Street Worcester, MA (parking off State Street to the left of the building, entrance in the lower lot.)
January 15th 7-9pm- The Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester- 140 Shore Drive Worcester, MA
QUESTIONS? email MYAN@uucworcester.org
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Town of Franklin, MA: Police looking to hire a Patrol Officer
Are you ready to join the Franklin Police Department? We are hiring for a Patrol Officer!
Application Deadline: September 13
Job Posting: https://t.co/If7mFr4XT3
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Monday, Sep 9, 2024
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Monday
2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = MONDAY
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = MONDAY
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = MONDAY
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Sunday, September 8, 2024
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, September 8, 2024?
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Can you be a Christian AND a Patriot? 3 Franklin pastors schedule a discussion for Weds, Oct 2
“Christian nationalism is the belief that the American nation is defined by Christianity, and that the government should take active steps to keep it that way. Popularly, Christian nationalists assert that America is and must remain a ‘Christian nation’—not merely as an observation about American history, but as a prescriptive program for what America must continue to be in the future. “ – Paul D. Miller, “What Is Christian Nationalism?”; Christianity Today, February 3, 2021
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Can you be a Christian AND a Patriot? 3 Franklin pastors schedule a discussion for Weds, Oct 2 |
September is Hunger Action Month
- 93% of clients say we meet their needs very well or better
- 91% of clients shop twice a month or more
- 74% of clients said that The Pantry is their main source of food
- 80% of clients rely on us mostly for meat and produce
- 73% of clients prefer non weekend hours
- 55% of clients need more help connecting with other community resources
- Inside shopping with appointment is the preferred shopping method
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Chair Mercer condenses the Sep 4, 2024 Town Council meeting in this Quarterbacking session (audio)
FM #1272 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1272 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, September 5, 2023.
• ok, what just happened?
• What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
Topics for this session
APPOINTMENTS
a. Conservation Commission: Lui Puga (term expiration correction to 2026)
b. Council on Aging: Tina Powderly
c. Finance Committee: Ken Ojukwu
d. Franklin TV Board of Directors
i. Anne Bergen
ii. William “Ken” Norman
a. Vote to reopen the June 26, 2024 Public Hearing: Transfer, Change of Location, Pledge of Collateral and Approval of Manager of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License: Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions Located at 835 West Central Street, Suite 2, Franklin, MA 02038
b. Vote to reopen the June 26, 2024 Public Hearing: Transfer, Change of Location and Approval of Manager of a Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License: Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club Located at 100 Corporate Drive, Franklin, MA 02038
PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION
a. Pete Fasciano - Franklin TV
Chapter 61B Right of First Refusal on Maplegate Country Club
c. Davis-Thayer Reuse
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8c._1_-_memo_-_davis_thayer_reuse.pdf
c. Resolution 24-55: Health Care Group Insurance Transfer
(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-55 - Majority Vote)
d. Resolution 24-56: Gift Acceptance - Recreation Department ($2,000)
(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-56 - Majority Vote)
The recording runs about 32 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Tom on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1272-town-council-quarterbacking-09-05-24/
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Town Council agenda Sep 4, 2024
Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/eZ51XEq57_U?si=DnXqGMfyZU1OEX7S&t=89
Town Council recap -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/town-council-reopens-hearing-to-approve.html
My notes captured during the meeting and now in one PDF file ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ojJYhfyLslZxv7XQ8dhevA3R0jMyHcj5/view?usp=drive_link
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right of first refusal on the Maplegate Country Club property was previewed |
Agenda for the Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting - Sep 11 at 7 PM
a. Sample borrowing schedules for Remington-Jefferson and Horace Mann capital projects. https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/estimates.pdf
Open Space and Recreation, and Natural, Cultural, and Historic Resources - Sep 10, 2024
a. February 12, 2024b. March 18, 2024c. May 14, 2024
Franklin TV: Town Council Presentation
And – as always –Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.And, thank you for watching.
Town Council video link -> https://www.youtube.com/live/eZ51XEq57_U?si=usfbLD-SDPWzEcmh&t=6525
House 4631 proposed legislation ->
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