Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Sep 18, 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 discussion with the Franklin Food Pantry and their work with Spoonfuls on food recovery -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/listen-to-tina-liz-talk-about-how-food.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 about Uncorking the Mind: Neuromarketing in Wine with Marco Baldocchi    ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode-272.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 my discussion with ToF Health Director Cathleen Liberty -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/catching-up-with-franklins-health.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 Vera Meyer: Glass Harmonica

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

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

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza

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

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm     Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

6:30 pm     Concerts on the Common: Pub Kings

9:30 pm     4th of July 2024: Jesse Liam

• 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 2024

11:00 am Lifelong Music: Strings School 2022

12:30 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Foxboro 09-10-24

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

6:00 pm FHS Varsity Swimming v North Attleboro 01-05-24

8:00 pm Track and Field: v King Philip 05-04-22

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

8:00 am Town Council 09-04-24

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 09-03-24

2:00 pm Town Council 09-04-24

7:00 pm     Town Council  CHAMBERS  868 2106 5426

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, September 17, 2024?

Tuesday, September 17

8:00am FHS Spirit Week - beach day

1:00pm Captain Robbie Bones Pirate Magic Show (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm RMS PCC - Hot Table Panini Fund Raiser (Hot Table, Franklin Village)

6:00pm Table Top D&D For Adults (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Musical Bingo (Raillery Public House)

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

**  Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Housing Authority Agenda

Event Date:  Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 4:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/fha_-_agenda.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

Cinema 80: "Silent Saturday" - Orochi

Cinema 80: "Silent Saturday" - Orochi

`CINEMA 80’

After a well-received experimental run from January to May at the Franklin Historical Museum, Cinema 80, captained by videographer and cinephile Chris Leverone, is coming back for another season of amazing free `Silent Saturday’ silent film entertainment on Saturdays at 6pm. The program is free but donations are encouraged.  

The lineup for September includes:

• 9/21, Orochi – a 1925 Japanese film that tells the story of a troubled samurai.

5th Annual HALLOWEEN House Decorating Contest is around the corner

Annual HALLOWEEN House Decorating Contest

A Frightfully Fun Time is Coming to Franklin! Registration opens September 21, 2024.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook @Franklin MA Lions Club!

5th Annual HALLOWEEN House Decorating Contest is around the corner

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

HockomockSports.com Player of the Week: FHS senior Raena Crandall (field hockey)

"Franklin senior Raena Crandall has been selected as the HockomockSports.com Player of the Week, presented by Morse Insurance, for Sept. 9 through Sept. 15. Crandall is the second athlete chosen as Player of the Week for the 2024-25 school year.

Crandall scored five times and dished out one assist last week, bringing her point total to 11 for the season, as the Panthers rolled to two more league wins. Franklin is now unbeaten in 82 straight Hockomock League games dating back to 2018 and has outscored opponents 28-0 through its first four games. Crandall already has 10 goals and an assist this fall."

Continue reading the article online (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/player-of-the-week-raena-crandall-franklin-field-hockey-2/

HockomockSports.com Player of the Week:  FHS senior Raena Crandall (field hockey)

FHS volleyball and field hockey teams top North Attleboro on Monday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Monday, September 16, 2024

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ North Attleboro, 0 – Final

– Franklin had another strong showing, this time on the road at North Attleboro with a 3-0 (25-12, 25-15, 25-7) victory, to improve to 5-1 on the season. Junior Makayla Kuykendall was tough to deal with at the net, landing a team-high 19 kills to go along with six kills, Emerson Delleo added 10 kills and seven digs, and both Olivia Alberti and Gianna Iaurello each notched six kills.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 6 @ North Attleboro, 0 – Final

– Franklin scored twice in the second quarter, once in the third, and then doubled its total output with three fourth quarter goals to pull away from North Attleboro. Senior Raena Crandall set up classmate Haley Wernig for the opening goal just under six minutes into the second and then scored one of her own with just under three minutes left in the half. Crandall’s second goal extended Franklin’s lead to 3-0 early in the third, and that’s where score stayed going into the fourth. Crandall completed the hat trick midway through the fourth (from Wernig) and then grabbed a fourth less than a minute later (from Wernig again). Crandall’s sixth point of the day was an assist to Ella Marzullo to cap the scoring with just under three minutes left to play in the game. Devon Barry turned away five shots for the shutout. North Attleboro goalie Grace Gouck made 10 saves, including some acrobatic stops and big kicking clears, to help keep the Rocketeers in the game.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-16-24/

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

Attention Franklin Residents: Cybersecurity and 911 Services Outage Survey

Cybersecurity and 911 Services Outage Survey

Please take a moment to fill out this survey from the Franklin Health Department about Cybersecurity and 911 service outages.

This survey is to gauge the community's knowledge and readiness in the event of cybersecurity threat including 911 service outages and power outages. The research goal is to develop a cybersecurity threat community toolkit to better prepare the community in an emergency.

To fill out the survey, please click the link ->   https://forms.gle/rPKcuWsYFzU3kHpNA

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/cybersecurity-and-911-services-outage-survey

MetroWest Network Group: Stephen Melanson presentation scheduled for Oct 4

Stephen Melanson

Personal Branding: How to use 'Simplicity'
to differentiate, compete, and win

 

Friday, October 4^th  

 

If you're looking for your next professional role, you have to break away from the pack and be clear about your value. And if it's not simple enough, it won't work as well as you need.

MetroWest Network Group: Stephen Melanson presentation scheduled for Oct 4

Why would an employer be crazy to not hire you? Do you know?

Can you verbalize it in about 5 seconds, or describe it in a few words?

 

Join us to learn how to establish a proper networking relationship. You'll learn:

•        The rules for 'Simplicity' as a business tool

•        What 'Verbal Branding' is, and how to use it

•        How to differentiate and not commoditize yourself

•        The mindset you need for selling yourself

Why you should attend: After you attend, you'll feel more comfortable presenting yourself, promoting yourself, and differentiating yourself from the other job seekers---to land the job you want.

Stephen Melanson has been a management consultant, speaker, trainer, Verbal Branding expert, and originator of the only 'Differentiation and Business Simplicity' platform of its kind. He has worked with individuals and small through Fortune 500 firms, and is currently a Multimedia professional and Brand Ambassador for the iconic Keene Sentinel in Keene NH.

 

MetroWest Networkers Group

1st & 3rd Fridays of the month: 10 am - Noon

24 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA 01701

At the offices of the First Parish in Framingham Unitarian Universalist Church

 

** This is an in-person presentation ***

Feel free to share this email and its promos.

--

Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Voices of Franklin: KP Sompally offers insights on the use of medical alert devices

Empowering Safety and Well-being Through Advanced Technology

In an increasingly unpredictable world, safety and health are top concerns for vulnerable populations, particularly seniors and school personnel. The need for reliable emergency response systems, such as medical alert devices for seniors and panic buttons for educators, has never been more critical. As these systems evolve, integrating cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technologies, they become indispensable tools for ensuring swift and effective emergency responses.

Protecting Seniors: The Role of AI in Medical Alert Systems

Medical alert systems are life-saving devices that provide immediate access to emergency services in case of falls, medical emergencies, or other crises. For seniors, especially those living alone, these systems are crucial in safeguarding their health and well-being. Modern medical alert systems now utilize AI technologies to enhance their effectiveness, going beyond basic functions.

AI-powered medical alert devices can monitor daily activities, detect anomalies in behavior, and predict potential health issues before they become emergencies. For instance, some devices can analyze gait patterns to identify the risk of falls, providing preventive alerts. Additionally, AI-driven voice recognition and natural language processing allow seniors to communicate their needs without having to press a button, making help more accessible even in cases where mobility is impaired.

These advancements not only improve response times but also empower seniors to live independently for longer, with the peace of mind that help is always within reach.

Enhancing School Safety: AI-Enabled Panic Buttons for School Personnel

Safety in schools has become a paramount concern for educators, students, and parents alike. Panic buttons provide immediate access to emergency services during critical situations, such as security threats or medical emergencies. Regardless of whether these panic buttons are used regularly, having them in place can save lives.

AI technology is revolutionizing panic button systems in schools by offering features such as real-time location tracking, intelligent threat assessment, and automated alerts to local authorities. AI can quickly assess the severity of a situation and prioritize responses, ensuring that the right resources are dispatched promptly. For instance, in cases of active threats, AI systems can analyze data from various sources—such as security cameras, social media, and communication channels—to provide real-time insights and facilitate faster decision-making by authorities.

Even when these systems are not in frequent use, their presence acts as a deterrent and provides a safety net that reassures school personnel and students alike.

A Commitment to Safety

Medical Alert Systems

As our society becomes more technologically advanced, the integration of AI in medical alert systems for seniors and panic buttons for school personnel is a natural progression towards ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations. These technologies offer the promise of faster responses, predictive capabilities, and enhanced communication during emergencies, ultimately saving lives and providing peace of mind.

It is imperative that we continue to invest in and support the development of AI-driven safety systems to protect those who need it most, whether they are seniors living independently or educators shaping the future in our schools.

For various Medical Alert Systems you can check this secure website ->   https://www.topmedalerts.com

KP Sompally

Franklin

"Smartphones and kids: Better mental health could start outside"

"We are blessed, in and around Boston, with intimate old neighborhoods built before the dominance of the automobile. While some of these places — particularly those home to Black and immigrant families — were bulldozed in the mid-20th century to make way for highways, the many that remain recall an age when streets were designed for the people who lived there, not the cars passing through.

And they might hold the secret to getting our kids off their phones and into a better headspace.

Dr. Vivek Murthy, the US surgeon general, has called youth mental health a national crisis, and in 2023 issued an advisory warning that social media may have a serious negative impact on children. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt also pins much of the blame for kids’ worrisome mental health state on these platforms. In his best-selling book The Anxious Generation, Haidt notes that adolescent anxiety and depression rose almost in lockstep with the widespread adoption of smartphones equipped with addictive apps and self-facing cameras for video chats and selfies.

Tech companies have invested vast resources to make their products irresistible, he argues, yet many of us grant those same companies unfettered access to our children’s minds through their phones. It’s hard enough for adults to refuse social media’s signature cocktail of dopamine and depravity, but experts say our still-growing children are even more vulnerable to its reward rhythms. According to Haidt, it’s “literally rewiring” childhood."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) ->    https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/09/16/magazine/head-outside-to-reduce-smartphone-usage-for-kids/

"Smartphones and kids: Better mental health could start outside"

Three US states call on environmental agency to regulate PFAS air emissions | US news | The Guardian

"Three US states are formally demanding that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) begin regulating PFAS “forever chemical” air emissions, as the toxic threat that the pollution poses to the environment and human health comes into sharper focus.

So far, federal regulators have focused on water pollution, but state environmental agencies in North Carolina, New Mexico and New Jersey last week filed a petition calling for the EPA to categorize four types of PFAS compounds as hazardous air pollutants and to begin regulating them under the Clean Air Act.

The petition comes after a Guardian investigation earlier this year found a Fayetteville, North Carolina, Chemours PFAS production plant is likely emitting much higher levels of the chemicals into the air than regulators and the company claimed. The air pollution is thought to be a driver of PFAS contamination in soil, water and food supplies across hundreds of square miles in the region.

However, a lack of federal rules makes it difficult for states to rein in air pollution, which is a “tremendous concern in our states and across the US”, the states wrote in their petition to Michael Regan, the EPA administrator."

Shared from (subscription maybe required) ->

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/sep/16/epa-pfas-emissions

Three US states call on environmental agency to regulate PFAS air emissions | US news | The Guardian

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, Sep 17, 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: Funeral Homes

9:00 am     Mental Health: Elizabeth Hagy

10:00 am Frank Presents: Jacob Juncker

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

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza

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

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

3:30 pm     Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

4:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

7:30 pm     Fallen Heroes Pt 5

8:30 pm Endless Konnections: Joseph Charles

9:30 pm     Millis Berfield Band

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

7:00 am     Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22

9:00 am     Cultural Council: BT ALC Big Band

10:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

11:30 am FHS Varsity Volleyball v Foxboro 09-10-24

2:00 pm Mental Health: Donna Grady

5:30 pm     All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra

7:00 pm     FHS Boys Varsity Soccer v King Philip 09-10-24

9:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

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

8:00 am School Committee 09-10-24

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 09-03-24

2:00 pm School Committee 09-10-24

    

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, September 16, 2024?

Monday, September 16

8:00am FHS Spirit Week (pajama day)

4:00pm Cruise Night in Franklin (Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza)

6:30pm Franklin Q&A (Franklin Public Library)

**  Town Meetings today   **

• Cultural Council agenda (Council Chambers)

Event Date:  Monday, September 16, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/franklin_cultural_council_agenda_september_16_2024_1_1_1_0.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

---------------

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

Runa, September 28, 7:30 PM at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse

RUNA September 28, 7:30 PM  $25     RUNA - Celtic Roots Music   Celebrating 14 years together as a band, Celtic-American Roots music "super group", RUNA, continues to push the boundaries of Irish folk music into the Americana and roots music formats. Interweaving the haunting melodies and exuberant tunes of Ireland and Scotland with the lush harmonies and intoxicating rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, flamenco and blues, they offer a thrilling and redefining take on traditional music. Seeking to preserve and continue a traditional culture in a modern age, RUNA creates the backbone of its signature roots sound from the musical and geographical diversity of its individually established band members.  Their strive for excellence and creativity blazes a trail for the future of folk music, earning them the reputation as one of the most innovative Irish folk groups of this generation. The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 7:30 PM; doors open at 7:00 PM. Tickets for this show are $25. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Please visit circlefolk.org for tickets and more information. Upcoming Shows Abbie Gardner, October 19th David Francey, Nov.16th Heather Pierson Trio - Charlie Brown Christmas, Dec. 7th

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

Spier Family Issues Giving Challenge At Hockomock Area YMCA

Greg and Kathy Spier of Foxborough are issuing a $25,000 challenge grant to support the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Food Access program, a part of the Y’s annual Reach Out Campaign. The Spiers and the Spier Family Foundation will match every donation made September 14 - 21 up to $25,000. 

The Hockomock Y’s Reach Out program provides confidential YMCA scholarships and program subsidies to people in need to experience the YMCA. These offerings include child care, camp, the food access program, and programs like swim, sports and gymnastics as well as adult chronic disease programs.

Greg and Kathy Spier of Foxborough

As a non-profit organization, the Hockomock Area YMCA exists to help people be healthier, more confident and connected to each other and their communities. The Y is guided every day to remain focused on how best to respond to the emerging needs of its communities as individuals and families face financial struggles. In 2023, $3.3 million was invested by the Hockomock Area YMCA to ensure that everyone has the chance to thrive by providing scholarships to people in need in the Y’s 15 town service area to experience YMCA programs and services regardless of ability to pay.

“We are grateful to be part of communities full of caring people committed to improving the quality of life in our neighborhoods,” said Jim Downs, CEO of the Hockomock Area YMCA.  “I am so proud of the work our Y continues to do in partnership with others to raise critical funding for our annual Reach Out Campaign.  Funds raised allow our Y to be here when people need us most.  We are only able to do this through the philanthropic support of a caring community.”

“Greg and Kathy Spier have been passionate, steadfast supporters of our YMCA and their generous challenge will help ensure that we continue to be here for our neighbors,” added Downs.   

The Spier family’s impact in our local communities runs deep.  Their legacy at the Hockomock YMCA includes the naming of the indoor and outdoor aquatics centers as well as the new splash park at the Y’s Invensys Foxboro Branch, along with Greg and Kathy’s parents, Sonja and the late Alex Spier. 

Greg Spier shares, “One of my mentors is the late Don Rodman.  Don taught me the importance of being philanthropic. He always said how important it was to be philanthropic in the areas where we work and the areas where we live. What better place to be philanthropic in the area than at the Hockomock Area YMCA. The Y benefits thousands of children and families and we’re so proud to be a part of it.”  

“The Y is a fellowship that brings people together and provides joy to so many people,” says Kathy Spier.  “As our father Alex always said, we want to leave the world a better place and that’s what we are going to do.  Please make a gift to the Hockomock Y between September 14 and 21 and we will proudly match it as part of this giving challenge.” 

“Thank you in advance from the bottom of our hearts for making a gift and for your generous support,” says Greg Spier.

Every gift matters. To learn more about this challenge and ways to make a gift, visit www.hockymca.org/spier-challenge

To learn about other ways to support this initiative, please contact Katie Moore at katiem@hockymca.org. 

About Hockomock Area YMCA:

Where Cause Meets Community.  At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. 

 

The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.