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Sunday, December 15, 2024
2024 A-Wreath-of-Franklin Wrapped!
Franklin TV: Christmas Gatherings
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| Franklin TV: Christmas Gatherings |
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.Thank you for watching Franklin●TVThank you for reading Franklin●News
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Elks Hoop Shoot scheduled for Dec 27 at 3:00 PM
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| Elks Hoop Shoot scheduled for Dec 27 |
Franklin Aera Moms schedule "Christmas Around the World" event Sunday, Dec 15 at 9 AM
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| Franklin Aera Moms "Christmas Around the World" |
"Grab your family, your passport (to be provided!), and come learn about how different cultures around the world celebrate Christmas. This event is a self-guided tour (similar to a Story Walk) around a neighborhood in Franklin.
After learning about how different countries celebrate Christmas, children will have the opportunity to meet Santa himself! Hot chocolate and a treat will be provided after visiting Santa! RSVP on Meetup for the location!
*We will be collecting monetary donations for the Franklin Food Pantry at this event. Donations are optional, and a jar will be at the end of the event if you are able to make a contribution."
Saturday, December 14, 2024
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 14, 2024 ???
- Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
- Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)
** 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
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| What's happening today in Franklin? |
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
FREE WINTER COAT GIVEAWAY! -> December 14 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
via Franklin United Methodist Church
"We are utterly overwhelmed with the generosity of our community! Thank you to everyone who donated to the Winter Coat Drive! We are excited to welcome the community tomorrow, December 14 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at the FREE WINTER COAT GIVEAWAY!
We have some 600 or so coats that have been donated to hand out! We also have hats, gloves, and scarves. And, the Community Closet will be open to explore other clothing options you might be looking for. EVERYTHING IS FREE!
We have some 600 or so coats ... to hand out
Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/FranklinMaUMC/posts/pfbid0mydfH3to6LTyhwFFiUGoE1iYk3EkScNEhSPyxMmMQbG8MgHJycBTvgX6KJ9sP6oEl
Economic Development Committee reviews and approves revisions to branding proposal (audio)
FM #1336 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1336 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Economic Development Subcommittee (EDC) held on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 in the Council Chambers.
All 4 members of the subcommittee participated in Chambers (Hamblen, Sheridan, Frongillo & Chandler).
Quick recap:
After last session, follow up discussion on the branding with one member along with a check on how much of the seal can be “changed” within the cleanup currently authorized
Memo outlines the walk through of how we got here
Visual presentation of the logo/brand with clarification on terms to be used, discussion on revision; rescission of prior recommendation and vote to accept the revision by 4-0
Visual presentation on the seal and proposed changes, addition of the glasses likely too much of a change, rescission of prior recommendation and vote to accept the revision by 4-0
Both updates scheduled for Town Council agenda Dec 18
Motion to adjourn, passes 4-0
The recording of the meeting runs about 40 minutes.
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Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/B7xXNIA2ULo?si=elUr9XSRh6M8Whwu&t=27
Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-12-11_edc_agenda.pdf
Revisions as presented and approved Dec 11 -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/franklin_phase_2_-_revision_wbs_1.pdf
Additional info on the branding process can be found -> https://www.franklinma.gov/economic-development-subcommittee/webforms/edc-branding-presentations
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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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| Economic Development Committee reviews and approves revisions to branding proposal (audio) |
FHS' Garrett Scagliarini named MVP for Kelley-Rex Division for Boys Soccer
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| FHS' Garrett Scagliarini named MVP for Kelley-Rex Division for Boys Soccer |
FHS' Haley Wernig named Kelley-Rex Division Field Hockey MVP for 2024
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| FHS' Haley Wernig named Kelley-Rex Division Field Hockey MVP for 2024 |
Fallen Heroes' Remembrance Ceremonies on Town Common: January - March 2025
- January 26 – William O. Martello - WWII
- February 18 – Alan W. Willard - Vietnam
- February 22 – James P. Murray - WWI
- February 24 – David Laughlan III - WWII
- February 26 – Richard L. Desper - Vietnam
- March 10 – Marshall E. Rollins - WWII
- March 10 – John A. Schur - WWII
- March 18 – Elton E. Ekstrom - WWII
- March 30 – W. Franklin Lynch - WWI
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| Fallen Heroes' Remembrance Ceremonies on Town Common: January - March 2025 |
Franklin Cheerleading Wins State, Regional and League Championships in Fall 2024
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| Franklin High School's varsity cheerleading team won the MSAA Div. 1 2024 Fall Cheerleading State Championship held at Worcester State University on Nov. 24, 2024. The win capped off an undefeated season for the Panthers, who also took first place at the Hockomock League Championship and the MSAA Div. 1 South Regionals. (Photo courtesy Franklin Public Schools) |
Jamie Barrett performance schedule for Saturday, Dec 14
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| Jamie Barrett performance schedule for Saturday, Dec 14 |
"It’s Pajamas @ Pancakes at Franklin Public Library @ 10:30 am on Saturday morning,then to Cedar House Saturday night from 8:00-11:00! Sure would be great to see you this weekend!"