Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Newsletter - Meeting Dec 6

Join us for our monthly meeting Thursday at Franklin TV!

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance In this newsletter we include an invitation to our next meeting and community events, including our next book club discussion, and include more opportunities to get involved. You Are Invited To Our November Monthly Meeting!   When: December 5th at 6:30 PM   Where: Franklin TV at 23 Hutchinson St. in Franklin   What: Come hang out and help make ornaments for the Franklin Senior Center! Announcing our new Events Coordinator...Rion James (he/they)!   "Rion has lived in Franklin since he was 3. He works at stop and shop filling online shopping orders, but aspires to be a preschool teacher one day. Rion loves to read and write, watch tv, play video games, and cuddle his dog Sonic. He is excited to put our group out more and hopefully bring in more people in the community and allies together."   Join us in welcoming Rion as a new FLA officer! FLA Events Join us for Wicked Queer Game Night!!   When: First Saturdays (December 7th)   Where: Pete's Nerd Emporium at 10 Main St in Franklin   When: 6:30 to 8:30pm LGBTQ+ Book Club on the second Wednesdays of each month! Join us December 11th at 6:30pm at Pete's Nerd Emporium (10 Main St, Franklin) Join us as we read Guapa by Saleem Haddad!   You can get your copy at the Franklin Public Library.    "Set over the course of twenty-four hours,  Guapa follows Rasa, a gay man living in an unnamed Arab country, as he tries to carve out a life for himself in the midst of political and social upheaval. Rasa spends his days translating for Western journalists and pining for the nights when he can sneak his lover, Taymour, into his room. One night Rasa's grandmother—the woman who raised him—catches them in bed together. The following day Rasa is consumed by the search for his best friend Maj, a fiery activist and drag queen star of the underground bar, Guapa, who has been arrested by the police. Ashamed to go home and face his grandmother, and reeling from the potential loss of the three most important people in his life, Rasa roams the city's slums and prisons, the lavish weddings of the country's elite, and the bars where outcasts and intellectuals drink to a long-lost revolution. Each new encounter leads him closer to confronting his own identity, as he revisits his childhood and probes the secrets that haunt his family. As Rasa confronts the simultaneous collapse of political hope and his closest personal relationships, he is forced to discover the roots of his alienation and try to re-emerge into a society that may never accept him. (goodreads)"   We hope you will read with us!  If you are not on our email list, sign up to receive future emails with this form.  This newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the full set of content -> View this email in your browser

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Dec 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 segment features the December 2024 event highlights for the Library -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/mitzi-i-preview-all-key-events-at.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 points.

• Mark & Kim talk about "What to serve with the bird - beer for wine lovers"
   -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_02001955722.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 features the Dec 2024 event highlights at the Senior Center -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/sarah-ariel-reveal-december-event.html

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

7:30 am  Mental Health: Rion James

8:30 am  Veterans Day Luncheon 2024

10:00 am  Second Sunday Speaker Series: Rod & Gun Club

11:30 am  Cooking Thyme: Lasagna

12:00 pm  Brook'n'Cookin: Chicken Salad

12:30 pm  Cooking with Linda: Stuffing

1:30 pm  Pizzapalooza: White Pizza

2:00 pm  New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 4

3:00 pm  Candlepin New Generation: Show 5

5:00 pm  Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter

6:30 pm  The Black Box: Wicked

9:30 pm  Circle of Friends: Joe Jencks

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

8:30 am  Public School Concert: Horace Mann Winter Music 2022

10:00 am  SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman

11:00 am  Public School Event: Remington Winter Music 2021

12:30 pm  FHS Varsity Volleyball v Stoughton 09-23-24

3:00 pm  Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

4:00 pm  FHS Varsity Field Hockey v Concord Carlisle 09-18-24

6:00 pm  Public School Event: FHS Winter Music 2021

7:30 pm  FHS Varsity Swimming v Attleboro 01-12-24

10:00 pm  FHS Girls Varsity Soccer v Milford 10-24-24

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

8:00 am Town Council 11-20-24

2:00 pm Town Council 11-20-24

6:00 pm Police Station Building Committee 11-14-24

6:30 pm Master Plan Committee  TRAINING Floor 3  879 7637 9325

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, December 3, 2024 ???

Tuesday, December 3

• Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
• Winter Coat Drive (4 drop off locations)
• Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale  (Norfolk Public Library)

10:00am Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)

6:00pm Table Top (Franklin Public Library)

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

**   Town Meetings today   **

Franklin Cemetery Association Annual Meeting (Senior Center)

Event Date:  Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - 6:00pm

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

Luminaries again for sale by Boy Scout Troop 126

Franklin Boy Scouts Troop 126 are again selling luminaries. The scouts hope everyone will share them on New  Year's Eve. 

Luminaries again for sale by Boy Scout Troop 126

They must be preordered and can be picked up at the Franklin Historical Museum at 80 West Central Street on Sunday, December 22nd, from 1-3 PM and Saturday, December 28th, from 10 AM - 2 PM 

(A portion of the proceeds is shared with both the Franklin Historical Museum and the Franklin Food Pantry.) 

Boy Scouts will also deliver the kits to Franklin residents for an extra $3. Then, on New Year’s Eve, at 6 PM, everyone joins together in lighting their luminaries! 

More information is available here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KOnNLt6Og7vXOCryhSSmYpHv5b0LXnc7/view?usp=sharing

Scout Troop 126 selling luminaries to "Light up Franklin" for 2024

ECDC New Student Open House - Friday, January 17, 2025

Do you live in Franklin?

Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?

Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2025?

Parents and children are invited to join us at ECDC for a tour of the school, to

meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

 ECDC Open House - Friday, January 17, 2025

ECDC Open House - Friday, January 17, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM 

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Julie Felton to

schedule a tour:

Email: feltonj@franklinps.net

Phone: 508-541-8166

 

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share ->  

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hIIVrAjhJjnA-WVfdk9kyAne2LOJ2E7x/view?usp=drive_link

Free COVID-19 Test Kits - Contact the Senior Center to arrange pick-up

The Franklin Senior Center has received more COVID-19 test kits. Please call to coordinate pick-up at the Franklin Senior Center!

Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday from 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Call us: 508-615-1341

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/free-covid-19-test-kits-0

Free COVID-19 Test Kits - Contact the Senior Center to arrange pick-up

Bring Joy & Discovery to Our Community – Please Give Today to help the Children's Museum

Hear from some of our biggest fans in a new video!

Give Joy, Build Legacy Imagine, as the caretaker of a child, finding a place in your community to learn and grow that feels welcoming and inclusive regardless of your family's background.  A place where physical ability does not limit experience; a place where sensory and social emotional needs are thoughtfully considered throughout the design; a place where finances do not impact access; a place where learning is engaging, explorative, joyful; a place where an outing with kids feels easier.  That's what we're building at Children's Museum of Franklin. If you've donated already, THANK YOU! Please share this campaign on with your community. This Giving Tuesday, your donation has the power to create a lasting legacy by sparking curiosity, inspiring creativity, and bringing joy to children right here in your community. Your support ensures Children's Museum of Franklin becomes a cornerstone of the community, opening its doors to families of all backgrounds and providing every child with engaging, hands-on learning experiences. We're counting on generous donors like you to help us reach our funding needs to continue building. Every dollar you give will stay in our community, supporting initiatives like building interactive exhibits, completing construction, and launching innovative programs that will benefit generations to come. Together, we can reach our upcoming opening at 157 Cottage Street, Franklin with a celebration of community, learning, and play—creating a legacy of discovery and connection for years to come. Let's create a brighter future—one child at a time. Thank you for believing in the power of play and discovery. With gratitude, Erin & Meg Support Joy & Learning: Donate Now Let's create a community  together.

USA Facts: What does the Department of Education do?

"The Department of Education (DOE) is a relatively new federal agency – it was founded on May 4, 1980 when legislation split the old Department of Health, Education, and Welfare into two new departments: Education, and Health and Human Services.

The DOE has received 4.0% of all federal funding in 2024, totaling $268.35 billion. That makes it the sixth highest-funded federal agency.

The Education Department has received 4.0% of all federal funding in FY 2024. (see chart)

It’s also the smallest of any cabinet-level department, employing about 4,100 full-time employees in 2023. The next closest was Housing and Urban Development with around 8,100 full-time employees in 2023.

According to the Department of Education, education is primarily a local and state responsibility rather than a federal one. Elementary and secondary education are mostly funded by local governments, while state governments support higher education, per the Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finances. The Department of Education's budget makes up 21% of total education spending in the country. "

 

Continue reading "What does the Dept of Education do?" at USA Facts ->  https://usafacts.org/articles/what-does-the-department-of-education-do/?

Back by Popular Demand… Karaoke Night at La Cantina - Weds, Dec 4 from 7 to 9:30 PM

Karaoke Night at La Cantina

Join us this Wednesday, December 4, for an evening of wine, tapas, and fun at La Cantina Winery! 

Show off your singing skills or cheer on your friends while enjoying our delicious tapas and handcrafted wines. 

Open 4:30-10:00PM - don’t miss it! 

Karaoke 7:00-9:30 PM  

Bring your crew and let’s make it a night to remember. See you there! 

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/19fwGs7e8o/

Invitation for Bid (IFB) : Renovation of Franklin Historical Museum Cupola Project

In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a Contractor for the renovation of the Franklin Historical Museum Cupola.

Additional Information:  IFB - Renovation of Franklin Historical Museum Cupola Project

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/ifb-renovation-franklin-historical-museum-cupola-project

The Franklin Historical Museum had gone under extensive renovation of the exterior but the cupola had been left for later. The time is now approaching