What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, October 10, 2024 ???

Thursday, October 10

7:00am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)

9:00am Fallen Hero: Emilio Dadario (Veterans Walkway, Town Common)

4:00pm 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

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

5:00pm Rotary Spaghetti meal (Central Park Terrace)

6:00pm Succulent-Topped Pumpkin Workshop (Blooming Artisan Workshop)

7:00pm Kendo (live music) (La Cantina Winery)

7:00pm Cultural District Cmte (Franklin Public Library)

**  Town Meetings today   **

 

Charles River Pollution Control District (rescheduled)

Event Date:  from Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 3:00pm  to Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 3:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/crpcd_1.pdf

OSRP Subcommittee (Franklin Public Library, 2nd Fl Conf Room)

Event Date:  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 6:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/osrp_and_nchr_subcommittee_agenda_-_oct_10_2024.pdf

Cultural District Committee Meeting (Franklin Public Library | Community Room)

Event Date:  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/cdc_agenda_meeting_october_2024.pdf

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter agenda

Event Date:  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/bot_agenda_10102024.docx.pdf

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting - no meeting today, next is October 24, 2024

Event Date:  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 7:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/10-10-24_no_meeting.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

Fallen Hero Recognition: Emilio Dadario, October 10, 2024 - 9 AM

Memorial event today (10/10/24) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Emilio Dadario. 

The brief program will include  

• the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day 
• the playing of Taps 
• a salute from those present
• a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran  

This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

The program is conducted on the Franklin Town Common along the Veterans Walkway by the granite column of the individual being remembered on the day of their recorded passing.

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Emilio Dadario, Private, US Army,  WWI

Emilio Daddario was born in Ofena, Italy in 1895 of Mr. & Mrs. Dominico Daddario. He lived in Franklin for about 17 years before he answered the call to defend his new nation.

He entered the service on September 20, 1917, and was assigned to Company F, 302nd Infantry Regiment, 76th Division, and shipped overseas on March 12, 1918.

Among other responsibilities, Emilio was the company bugler, a duty of which he was very proud.

On the battlefield, he served in Company K, 28th Infantry, 1st Division and was killed on this date in 1918.

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For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

The video series of recognition ceremonies for 2024 (YTD) 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/fallen-hero-recognition-ceremonies-for.html

Fallen Hero Recognition

A-Wreath-of-Franklin coming in December

Join us for A-Wreath-of-Franklin, a festive community celebration! 

A-Wreath-of-Franklin coming in December

Local artists, schools, and community members are invited to create their own wreaths! These beautiful wreaths will be paired with local businesses throughout the downtown area. Each display will include a QR code for community members to vote for their favorite wreath. 

On December 7, (time TBD), enjoy a "Sip, Shop, Stroll & Roll" event, where you can vote, partake in festive activities, and support Franklin’s local businesses. 

Don’t miss the fun! 

SIGN UP to participate here -> https://form.jotform.com/242634718318056

Deadline for participation form to be filled is Friday, November 22nd.

For more info visit -> https://www.franklinculture.org/wreath-franklin

10th Norfolk District Debate - 10/08/24 between State Rep Jeff Roy & Charles Bailey (audio)

FM #1286 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1286 in the series. 

State Representative Jeff Roy met his challenger Charles Bailey in a debate on Tuesday October 8, 2024 at the Medway Middle School. The debate was arranged and hosted jointly by the Republican and Democratic Town Committees of both Medway and Franklin.

The debate was live streamed by Medway to their cable subscribers as well as to Facebook. Franklin likewise broadcast to their cable subscribers and to YouTube.

After a brief delay to allow for a technical issue to be resolved as well as the Medway Fire Chief to allow additional participants, as the room capacity (50) had been met, the debate began and lasted just about an hour.

The recording runs about 60 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1286-10th-norfolk-district-debate-10-08-24/

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The video replay can be found here -> https://www.youtube.com/live/Mw0u4rgg1rI?si=_qvFcdvOovhPHRIH&t=1105 

My notes taken during the debate and capture din one PDF thread via Twitter ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VtwlvEhZsEQzWDT0kARiMZ6EfbEg3ILl/view?usp=drive_link 

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How can you help?

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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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10th Norfolk District Debate - 10/08/24 between State Rep Jeff Roy & Charles Bailey (audio)

Your input requested for this "Franklin Budget Investments" survey

"This is requesting residents opinions on whether we are spending too much or too little on various parts of the budget. It does not include all of the budget. This is intended to be if we had all the money we as a town needed to properly fund everything, what is at a stable amount, what have we put too much in, and where have we neglected.

It also requests opinions on what school fees should be.

While this is not sponsored or created by any Franklin Town government committee, the results will be shared with the School Committee, FinComm, Town Council and the Joint Budget Subcommittee.

Thank you for your input!"

Fill out the form ->   ttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nNBxoHtBcW3gPUoeklggm5BSM8SaUW4-FPccJiO0yBk/viewform?edit_requested=true 

Your input requested for this "Franklin Budget Investments" survey

2nd Annual Nick Strong Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament - Nov 11

Nick Strong Basketball 3 on 3 

1NickStong18 (@1NickStrong18) posted:

"The Nick Strong Foundation will be running our 2nd Annual Nick Strong Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament on November 11th in Franklin.  

Registration is now open.  #1nickstrong18 #noonefightsalone Nick Strong

All proceeds will go to The Nick Strong Foundation, a 501(c)3, https://t.co/Wpky0weM4U"

Cinema 80: Silent Saturday - "The General"

`CINEMA 80’

Silent Saturday - "The General"

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 back for another season of amazing free `Silent Saturday’ silent film entertainment on Saturdays at 6 PM. The program is free but donations are encouraged.  

• The General – Buster Keaton outdoes himself with non-stop action and comedy, loosely based on a real incident in the American Civil War. It has insane chase scenes involving lots of trains, horses, and soldiers and timings that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. 

After the movie, Chris Leverone responds to questions about the film and often the era in which the film is set.

Regional Tree Planting & Protection Plan Webinar - Oct 23

Regional Tree Planting  & Protection Plan Webinar 

Virtually on October 23 at 7 PM

Massachusetts has lost over 3.5% of its tree cover

Trees are one of our greatest climate solutions––providing cooler neighborhoods, clean air, flood mitigation, cleaner water, and mental health benefits––yet our watershed is losing tree canopy at an alarming rate. Since 2000, Massachusetts has lost over 3.5% of its tree cover. Regional planning will help maximize the benefits of existing trees, help protect mature trees from invasive species, and identify new opportunities for tree planting to build a robust, healthy tree canopy. 

Join the Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and Franklin Conservation Department, a Charles River Climate Compact Member, on October 23 at 7 PM to hear about the state of tree canopy across the watershed and our work with the Climate Compact that helps municipalities protect, maintain, and grow our tree canopy. 

Register here (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-mgqj0jGtOm5q8ZvQ6hwaL0j3V4zcc8#/registration).

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/news/regional-tree-planting-protection-plan-webinar

2 sessions (K-5) & (6-8) scheduled for holiday craft by Lifelong Learning - Oct 22

holiday craft by Lifelong Learning - Oct 22

Lifelong Learning (@FPSLearning) posted:

"In this one-day class, kids will make and decorate their own wooden haunted house, plus take home a bonus gift!   

Details at https://t.co/sI1mc1zyjf."

#fpslifelong #fpslifelongcommunity 

Shared from -> https://t.co/w07VFV7EuF

Marriott data breach settlement: What it means for consumers

Marriott data breach settlement: What it means for consumers By Alvaro Puig Marriott settled charges related to a data breach that exposed the information of millions of guests.  The company will take steps to better protect customers' personal information.  And it will give customers more control over their information. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/10/marriott-data-breach-settlement-what-it-means-consumers?

Marriott data breach settlement: What it means for consumers

 

Medfield Moms Only Stroll Announcement - Oct 17

Switching things up due to evening schedule conflicts next week!! 

See details below:

STROLL INFO 

Medfield Moms Only Stroll

MEDFIELD RAIL TRAIL 

Thurs OCT 17th 11 AM - 12 PM

Parking on Ice House Rd (meeting at the trail head across the street from the parking lot)

Let me know if you can make it!! https://forms.gle/4WNsMQpAJoqRDoJA8

NEW SUPPORT RESOURCE

After primarily offering 1:1 health coaching I am proud to finally launch my first small group program with an introductory offer! 

REVIVE: 6 wk small group coaching for moms looking to rebuild their health to have the energy, confidence and patience to face each day! 

Starts NOV 1st: Details and sign up here:  https://forms.gle/GCjjhpnnGsHZV2pX9

*Limiting spots to offer a personalized approach for group members

--

Bethany Hart Gerry, CSCS, FDN-P

U.S. Olympian

Destined2Evolve Personal Training and Wellness

203-494-1261 (c)

www.destined2evolvewellness.com

IG @destined2evolvewellness

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, Oct 10, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p Turntable – Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G 

• This week's Show 8 features "Peter Frampton" 
• Playlist ->    https://drive.google.com/file/d/100rHwXwCnsa7nWyRcLO5jxU7Tif7l0NB/view?usp=drive_link 

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 6

7:30 am Veterans' Call: Steve Crouteau

9:00 am Sons and Daughters of Italy: Carlo Geromini

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Kyle Brodeur

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Red Pepper Soup

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 2

3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Michael Walker Jones

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

5:00 pm Becca Rausch Town Hall

6:30 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Cookies

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Jeff Roy

7:28 pm Frank Presents: Frank Crimmins

9:00 pm Endless Konnections: Kevin Barthelemy

10:30 pm The Circuit Breakers

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2022

8:30 am FHS Winter Chorus & Orchestra 2022

11:00 am FHS Varsity Field Hockey v Concord Carlisle 09-18-24

1:30 pm FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon

2:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

8:30 pm FHS Theater Company: Legally Blond

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 10-03-24

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 10-03-24

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: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 ???

Wednesday, October 9

7:00am Fiber Art Installation

1:00pm Writer's Group

4:00pm 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch

5:00pm Weekly Trivia Night

5:30pm Teen Spooky Painting

**  Town Meetings today   **

Board of Assessors Meeting (Room 106)

Event Date:  Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 5:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/agenda_10-09-2024.pdf

Historical Commission Agenda 10-9-24 (Historical Museum)

Event Date:  Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 6:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/historical_agenda_10-9-24.pdf

Land Use Subcommittee (virtual meeting)

Event Date:  Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/landusezoningagenda_-_2024-10-09.pdf

Note: the town calendar does show a Town Council meeting with no agenda. The Council voted too change their schedule for Oct to meetings on the 16th and 30th. The calendar has not been completely updated at this time.

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

Attention Middle & High School Students: Join the Pantry Elves and Help Raise Funds for the Franklin Food Pantry

The Franklin Food Pantry, which provides supplemental food and household necessities, invites middle and high school students to volunteer for the Pantry Elves campaign!

Join the Pantry Elves

Since 2005, hundreds of students have participated in this holiday-inspired campaign, which has evolved into one of The Pantry’s largest fundraising events of the year. The annual campaign has been instrumental in raising funds to fight food insecurity during the holiday season and throughout the year.

This year, Pantry Elves will fundraise electronically from their friends and family members and will not canvass neighborhoods. Donations, which will be used to purchase fresh produce, dairy, meats and proteins, and household necessities, will be sent directly to The Pantry.

Pantry Elves registration is open through December 2, 2024, and volunteers will receive 12 hours of community service. 

To register, visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/volunteer/pantryelves, or contact Jen Johnson, Development Associate Franklin Food Pantry, at jjohnson@franklinfoodpantry.org.