What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, September 20, 2024?

Friday, September 20

8:00am FHS Spirit Week 

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Library Book Sale ($1/book)  (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Franklin Farmers Market (Town Common)

2:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

3:00pm Sioo (live music) (Town Common)

3:45pm FHS Homecoming Tailgate (Franklin High School)

7:00pm FHS Homecoming Football Game (Franklin High School)

** No  Town Meetings today   **

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

More "School of Rock" cast members announced

Meet more of the cast joining Broadway’s Liam Fennecken in SCHOOL OF ROCK at FPAC! These actors join FPAC from NYC, Boston, and beyond!

Tickets on sale NOW at FPAConline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370!

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 – The Musical October 18-27 at THE BLACK BOX! Directed by FPAC Artistic Director Raye Lynn Mercer with choreography by Broadway’s Clay Rice-Thomson (Moulin Rouge!, King Kong, Matilda, Newsies), and Music Direction by Hallie Wetzell. 

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. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the school’s headmistress finding out? With its sensational live kids’ rock band, School of Rock – The Musical is a loving testimony to the transforming power of music. May the spirit of rock be with all who pledge allegiance to Lloyd Webber’s newest hit!

Content Warning: School of Rock – The Musical is based on the movie of the same name which was rated PG-13. The show contains some adult language and humor

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

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - September 20 ???

We are glad you asked.  

Thanks to the good folks operating the Franklin Farmer's Market, we have the answers to share. 

What vendors and activities are at the Farmer's Market today - September 20 ???

FHS field hockey, girls and boys soccer teams post wins on Thursday (video)

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Boys Soccer = North Attleboro, 1 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 

– Franklin scored three unanswered goals in the second half to overcome a halftime deficit against visiting North Attleboro. The Rocketeers claimed the lead with under three minutes left in the first half when Logan Shiner-McCracken latched onto a long ball from Patrick Etienvre, fending off a defender and cutting inside to finish from 12 yards out with his left. Franklin tied the game and took the lead in less than five minutes thanks to senior Garrett Scagliarini. The equalizer came in the 54th minute when Scagliarini placed a free kick from 25 yards out into the upper corner at the near post. Just three minutes later, Alex Connell made a darting run down the right sideline and sent in a low service that Scagliarini buried into the far corner with a one-timer. The Panthers got a key insurance goal with just under five minutes to go as Scaglarini’s flick off a throw in from Josh Rappa was knocked down in the area and cleaned up by senior center back Gabe Terry for his first career goal.

Franklin TV video replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHAGZQOKSjo

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ North Attleboro, 1 – Final

Volleyball = Attleboro, 3 @ Franklin, 0 – Final

Franklin TV video replay ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2glVZ6SZoA

Field Hockey = Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

Congratulations Devon Amazing Save & Shutout!!

Congratulations to Raena, Haley & Ella for scoring their beautiful goals & for the entire team for playing outstanding field hockey!!

Defensive unit kept them out of our end!! Way to GO!!

https://x.com/FHS_FH_02038/status/1836958894897180843

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-19-24/

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

Indian Cultural Association of Franklin schedules Franklin Navratri - Oct 5

Venmo payment

Mark your calendars and get your tickets today! This program is proudly funded in part with a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council.

Tickets NOT SOLD at at door so, plan now and get your tickets soon. It promises to be a terrific event!

Shared from ->  https://www.facebook.com/share/ocPtbFc14Bw3JXC9/

Go to link for Venmo payment ->  https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3901543778616978613&created=1716121892.9804&printed=1

Indian Cultural Association of Franklin Presents...

"Franklin Navratri"

Saturday, Oct 5, 2024, at 6:30 PM

FOR GARBA & DANDIYA NIGHT WITH DJ BHUPEN!

Tri-County Regional Vocational School

117 Pond Street, Franklin, MA

NO WALK-INS! FREE PARKING!

FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE COURTESY OF THE CURRY HOUSE

FOR SPONSORSHIP OR VENDOR BANNER INQUIRIES, REACH OUT TO CONTACT.ICAFMA@GMAIL.COM

Venmo @ICAFMA Last u Digits: 0455

ENTRY FEE: $10/PERSON

KIDS UNDER AGE OF 5 ARE FREE!

Share worthy Hamilton Cast performance In honor of National Voter Registration Day (video)

Hamilton (@HamiltonMusical) posted Sep 16, 2024:

In honor of National Voter Registration Day tomorrow, the Broadway company of Hamilton headed into the booth to record "The Election of 2024". 

We're proud to partner with @WhenWeAllVote and @VoteRiders to make sure everyone's voice is heard at the polls. 

Register to vote now! https://t.co/hcAPw9Yf5y

Video link -> https://youtu.be/sJayRSyTsDc?si=jNgmPHtlSHjgFZDl

 

Shared from -> https://x.com/HamiltonMusical/status/1835710238210613557

Share worthy Hamilton Cast performance In honor of National Voter Registration Day (video)

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, Sep 20, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick  Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

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

7:00 am     Vera Meyer: Glass Harmonica

8:30 am     Frank Presents: Jacob Juncker

10:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 1

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 Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

4:00 pm Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

5:30 pm     Veterans' Call: Robert Pierson

8:30 pm Endless Konnections: Joseph Charles

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

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

7:00 am     Cultural Council: BT ALC Big Band

8:30 am     Mental Health: Donna Grady

9:30 am     Lifelong Music: Strings School 2022

11:00 am Track and Field: v King Philip 05-04-22

1:30 pm     All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra

3:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

4:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Foxboro 09-10-24

9:30 pm     FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 09-05-24

12:00 pm Economic Development 09-04-24

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 09-05-24

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: Thursday, September 19, 2024?

Thursday, September 19

8:00am FHS Spirit Week -  Croc vs. Birks day

8:30am Town Council Office Hours (Franklin Senior Center)

5:00pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)

6:30pm Author Talk with Ted Reinstein (Franklin Public Library)

6:30pm Genealogy Club (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (First Universalist Society of Franklin - FUSF)

7:00pm BEN 4 Franklin Mtg (Franklin TV Studio)

**  Town Meetings today   **

Conservation Commission Meeting

Event Date:  Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/events/445716

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

Franklin Public Schools Announces Draft Reorganization of Schools Alignment for 2025-2026

"Franklin Public Schools is excited to share a link to view a story map introducing you to the 2025-26 district configuration.  This map will show the upcoming recommendation for the school boundary line between the North and South Elementary Schools. There is a search-by-address feature located on the top left side of the map where an address can be searched to find the elementary zone associated with that address.  

This story map will also provide a brief introduction to each school in the new district configuration, including the in-district specialized programs at each building, projected enrollment, and full administrative team."

Find the storymap -> https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/ef906f094b35486490d41d43ef2c24dc

The School Committee meeting scheduled for Sep 24 will include a presentation and discussion on the redistricting process. This is the proposal and may get adjusted before voting on the "final: alignment at a future School Committee meeting in October. 

If you missed the audio recap with the 2 Dave's we did discuss this topic and timeline -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/dave-dave-recap-school-committee-and.html

Franklin Public Schools Announces Draft Reorganization of Schools Alignment for 2025-2026

Watch "Town Council 9-18-24" on YouTube

The Franklin (MA) Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, Sep 18, 2024. All nine Councilors were present in Council Chambers.

Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/8VJJNkLTPWQ

The agenda doc ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/tc_agenda_9.18.24.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for their Sep 18, 2024 meeting

Dave & Dave recap the School Committee and Joint Budget Subcmte meetings (audio)

FM #1282 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1282 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan and Vice-Chair David McNeill. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion via the Zoom conference bridge on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. 

 

We cover 

• Recap of the School Committee meeting of Sep 10 

• The long executive session and process improvements

• Redistricting draft alignment of schools expected soon

• Joint Budget Subcommittee process started Sep 11

The recording runs about 33 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1282-chalkboard-chat-09-17-24/

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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.net  

Contact info for David McNeill -> mcneilld@franklinps.net 

Redistricting Storymap -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/franklin-public-schools-announces-draft.html

School Committee Meeting

• Agenda for Sep 10 session ->  https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/4809581/SCAGENDA_9-10-24.pdf   

• Meeting packet folder -> (docs released for this meeting, some of them available after the meeting)  https://www.franklinps.net/documents/departments/school-committee/meeting-packets/2024---25-meeting-packets/september-10%2C-2024-meeting-packet/701015 

• Franklin TV video of Sep 10 session -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQzZjD3f45k 

• My notes for the SchCmte Mtg in one PDF ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BKsnE9XEkWJGWXtfDt2V_fNS-FOe84jd/view?usp=drive_link 

Joint Budget Subcommittee Mtg

• Agenda for Meeting -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/september_11_2024_joint_budget_subcommittee_meeting_agenda.pdf 

• Franklin TV video of Sep 11 meeting ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR7RPb5Q66Q 

• My notes for the Joint Budget Mtg in one PDF ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-PKZkOitZwrzJ31d1F4ygeuQzJoFjWGv/view?usp=drive_link 

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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?

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Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

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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.

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Dave & Dave recap the School Committee and Joint Budget Subcmte meetings (audio)

FHS field hockey & volleyball teams post wins on Wednesday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Volleyball = Milford, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 

– Franklin landed a big win in the first set and rolled the rest of the way to the tune of a 3-0 sweep (25-7, 25-12, 25-18). Junior Makayla Kuykendall had a strong all-around performance in the victory, going for eight digs, six kills, and four aces, and senior Brooke Daniels dished out 16 assists for the Panthers.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 6 vs. Concord-Carlisle, 0 – Final 

– Franklin got a massive momentum boost at the halftime buzzer and capitalized on that energy with five goals in the second half to secure an impressive 6-0 win over Concord-Carlisle. Holding a 1-0 lead after Raena Crandall scored just 24 seconds into the second quarter, the visiting Patriots were awarded a stroke with no time left in the first half. A lifted shot looked destined for the back of the net to tie the game but junior Devon Barry made an incredible stop with the blocker to keep it out and keep Franklin ahead, 1-0, at the break. “That play was instrumental in sparking us in the second half,” said Franklin head coach Michelle Hess. Just two minutes into the second half, Ella Marzullo doubled the Panthers’ lead off of an assist from Crandall. Haley Wernig tacked on two unassisted goals in a two-minute span to give Franklin a 4-0 lead going into the fourth. Crandall completed her hat trick with two fourth quarter goals to round out the scoring. Barry finished the game with season-high eight saves for the shutout.

Golf = Franklin, 184 @ BC High, 177 – Final 

– BC High’s familiarity with its home course William J. Devine Golf Course in Dochester proved pivotal in a match decided by five cards. Franklin’s Liam Lewandowski fired a one-over par round of 35 to lead the way for the Panthers while junior Gabe Rodrigues a great round in his first high school match with a 36. Caden Sullivan was next for Franklin with a 37, and Jack Nelson, Ben Burgess, and Tyler Perlman all carded a 38 on the day.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-18-24/

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

FREE Community Concert features organist Cathy Cargill Koch - Oct 5

FREE Community Concert @FranklinUMC featuring Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch on Saturday, October 5, at 7 PM. 

Franklin United Methodist Church (UMC) is located at 82 W. Central Street, Franklin (MA). Parking is available in the parking lot between the church and the Franklin Historical Museum. 

Free street parking is available on East St., West St., and Church Ave.

Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch’s musical began playing the organ at the age of 12, when she would walk to the Franklin Methodist Church daily after school to practice the organ. She became the church’s organist following the resignation of the previous organist in 1967. She held this position until her graduation from Franklin High School in 1971, after which she pursued a degree in music education and organ performance at Bucknell University. Catherine furthered her studies at Syracuse University’s School of Visual and Performing Arts, earning a master’s degree in the same fields.

 organist Cathy Cargill Koch - Oct 5

For the past 38 years, Catherine has been the organist at the Manlius United Methodist Church in Manlius, New York. She has also served as a substitute organist for various churches in Central New York, including her home church in Franklin.

Beyond her role as an organist, Catherine enjoyed a 44-year career as a music teacher in both public and private schools until her retirement in 2020. She taught music theory, studio music, and directed choirs, including barbershop, men’s, and mixed choruses. She also led guitar clubs and musicals, and was a guest choral conductor and accompanist for All-County and All-City performances. Catherine has presented workshops, given performances at All-State conventions, professional development days and college music education classes. Additionally, she maintained a private studio for voice, piano, and guitar lessons.

In retirement, Catherine continues to share her love of music by teaching her grandchildren piano and guitar, accompanying their school chorus concerts, and playing piano for church services at several senior retirement homes. She also supports local school districts by accompanying choral and orchestra concerts.

Catherine finds her greatest joy in selecting, preparing, and playing music for church worship, praising God through the majestic compositions of the great masters. She considers it an honor and privilege to contribute to worship services, giving glory to God through her music.

Shared from -> https://franklinumc.org/2024/09/12/community-concert-feat-catherine-cathy-cargill-koch-saturday-october-5-2024/?

Organ Postlude || Sunday, March 3, 2024 via YouTube -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSz5VYsyCwU

Watch "Economic Development 9-18-24" on YouTube

The Economic Development Subcommittee met as scheduled on Wednesday, Sep 18, 2024. Chair Melanie Hamblen opens the meeting, members Chandler, Sheridan, & Frongillo also were present.

Agenda:

1. Marketing and Branding Project

a. A.J. Rebecchi - Scope, Strategy & Goals

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/aj_rebecchi_branding_proposal_1.pdf

2. Adjourn

Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/sOakYT3cGuI

Watch "Economic Development 9-18-24" on YouTube