Senior Center event highlights for week of Dec 16 - Dec 20

Senior Center event highlights 

via the Franklin Senior Center: 

"Here’s What’s Happening at the #franklinseniorcenter this week? 

Come in and join us!"

In addition to the Instagram reel, there is the Franklin Q&A session on Wednesday, Dec 18 at 11:00 AM.

For details on these highlight events, or on the regular daily schedule, please visit the Senior Center online at ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

Did you listen to Sarah & Ariel reveal December event highlights at the Senior Center?  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/sarah-ariel-reveal-december-event.html

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDmeMurx4He/

Community Closet opens Dec 17 from 11 AM to 1 PM

Community Closet opens Dec 17

via the Franklin United Methodist Church: 

The Community Closet will be open this Tuesday, December 17, from 11 AM - 1 PM. Come check it out! We've got new and pre-loved clothing for those who need it and those who are just in the mood try something new.

Can't make it on Tuesday? Make an appointment. Email jacob@franklinumc.org.

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DDmxN33PQwF/

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Monday, Dec 16, 2024

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

9 AM 12 PM and 6 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong
2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews

11 AM 2 PM and 8 PM - Frank’s Music – with Frank Falvey

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

7:00 am  Riffing on Main Street: Steve Sherlock

8:00 am  SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman

9:00 am  The Black Box: Michael James Scott

12:00 pm  Brooke'n'Cookin: Mac'n'Cheese

12:30 pm  Cooking with Linda: Garlic Mashed Potatoes

1:10 pm      Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

1:30 pm  Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm  New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 5

3:00 pm  Candlepin New Generation: Show 6

3:30 pm  Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

4:30 pm  Winter Wonderland: Elvis Presley

7:00 pm  Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 1

8:00 pm  Franklin Interfaith Thanksgiving 2024

9:30 pm  Shelley Otis: Harpist

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

8:00 am  FHS Girls Varsity Basketball v Milford 01-26-24

10:30 am  FHS Winter Chorus & Orchestra 2022

12:00 pm  Public School Concert: Horace Mann Winter Music 2022

1:30 pm  Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2

2:30 pm  SAFE Coalition: Woody Geissman

3:30 pm  Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

6:00 pm  FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v Bishop Feehan 02-07-24

8:30 pm  Varsity Football: Franklin v King Philip 11-28-24

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

8:00 am Planning Board 12-09-24

12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 12-04-24

2:00 pm Planning Board 12-09-24

7:00 pm Planning Board  CHAMBERS  991 9934 0387

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: Sunday, December 15, 2024 ???

Sunday, December 15, 2024

• Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
• Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)

7:30am All You Can Eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

9:00am Christmas Around the World (self guide tour, Franklin Area Moms)

12:00pm Holiday Sip & Shop (La Cantina Winery)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free) 

2:00pm Irish Step Dancers (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

7:30pm Once an Outlaw (live music) (THE BLACK BOX)

**   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

Community Closet Winter Coat giveaway a success !!!

"Thanks for stopping by the community coat giveaway event. 

We are happy with participation as we assisted 78 families with about 300 coats! In addition, they also picked up gloves, hats, scarves, and other winter clothes! 

Thanks again for your support!"

I grabbed a selfie with Santa and Ben and Officer Amanda Ayer

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for December 18, 2024 Meeting

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

December 18, 2024 - 7:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

2nd floor, Council Chambers

355 East Central Street

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.

b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.

c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS

a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. In compliance with G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 20 et seq, the Open Meeting Law, the Council cannot engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town Administrator from correcting a misstatement of fact.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a. November 13, 2024

b. November 20, 2024

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS

a. Fourth and Sixth Grade Youth Football Teams

b. Peter Brunelli

c. Steve Carlucci

5. APPOINTMENTS

a. Agricultural Commission - Benjamin Rousseau

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM - None Scheduled.

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

a. Annual License Renewals

i. See attached “2025 Town of Franklin Alcohol License Renewals”  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7a._1_-_license_renewal_memo_5.pdf

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONS

a. National Citizen Survey (aka Citizen Satisfaction Survey) - Kate Hinckley, Director of GIS   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._-_discussion_-_national_citizen_survey.pdf

b. Biennial Town Council - Town Administrator Midterm Goals Review - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator

i. Legislation for Action Item # 9a.   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8b._1_-_memo_24-78_-_discussion_-_biennial_goals_update_-_google_docs.pdf

c. Town Seal and Logo Presentation - Amy Frigulietti, Deputy Town Administrator

i. Legislation for Action Item #9b.   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8c._tc_memo_for_branding_project.pdf

d. The Distribution of Town Initiated Ballot Question Materials - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator; Mark Cerel, Town Attorney; and Nancy Danello, Town Clerk   

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8d_election_materials.pdf

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Resolution 24-78: Adoption of Town Council 2024-2025 Goals

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-78 - Majority Vote)

b. Resolution 24-79: Approval of Town of Franklin Official Town Logo

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-79 - Majority Vote)

c. Resolution 24-82: Adoption of Updated Fiscal Policies

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-82 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._24-82_-_adoption_of_fiscal_policies.pdf

d. Resolution 24-83: Grant of Overhead System Easement, Town Owned Land at the Northerly Side of East Central Street to Originate from Pole #574

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-83 - ⅔ Majority Vote)

e. Resolution 24-80: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-80 - Majority Vote)

f. Resolution 24-81: Gift Acceptance - Veterans’ Services Department ($2,735), Senior Center ($130.02) , Fire Dept. ($1,515)

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-81 - Majority Vote)

10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

a. FY26 Budget Update   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-12-17_joint_budget_subcommittee_meeting_agenda.pdf

11. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Capital Budget Subcommittee

b. Economic Development Subcommittee

c. Budget Subcommittee/Joint Budget Subcommittee

d. Master Plan Committee

e. Police Station Building Committee

f. GATRA Advisory Board

12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCILOR COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

Full agenda doc contains link to the supporting documents as well as to remote participation for this meeting

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/tc_agenda_-_dec_18_2024.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for December 18, 2024 Meeting 

Franklin Wrestling open season with 6th Place at Ashland Early Bird

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Saturday, December 17, 2024

Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) posted  Sat, Dec 14, 2024:

Great season opener at Ashland Early Bird. 

Franklin finished 6th place with 148 pts and 6 placers. 

John Woodall 1st, Riley Carlucci 1st, Jack Sauer 1st, Jack Rosenburger 2nd, Sam Griffin 3rd, Roman Caccevelli 5th. 

Shared from -> https://x.com/FHSWrestle/status/1868048433698963873

Wrestling = Ashland Early Bird Tournament 

– North Attleboro and Taunton tied for second overall and Franklin had a tournament-best three individual champions as all three Hockomock teams had a successful start to the season. Joseph Brucato (150) was the lone individual champion for the Rocketeers but their depth help propel North Attleboro to 172 points and a tie with Taunton for second. Cody Hill (285) earned second, both Jayden Mendes (126) and Alexander Robin (138) took third, and Drew Mingo (157) and Braeden Thrasher (144) finished fourth. 

• For Taunton, Elijah Prophete earned his 100th career win on his way to the individual title at 190 while Kingston Dacosta opened the season by winning the 165 bracket. Michael Leskoski (132) and Antonio Maldonado (215) both earned second, and Cody Truelson (120) and Austin Faria (285) were third for the Tigers. 
• Franklin’s John Woodall (106), Riley Carlucci (138), and Jack Sauer (144) each earned individual titles, Jack Rosenberger (175) finished second, and Sam Griffin (150) was third overall as the Panthers finished sixth overall with 148 points.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-14-24/

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

FHS representatives on the 2024 Hockomock League Football All Stars

2024 Hockomock League Football All Stars

Below are the official 2024 Hockomock League Football All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Kelley-Rex Division MVP

Aiden Astorino, King Philip

Kelley-Rex Division All Stars

Andrew Fraulo, Franklin

Alex Weber, Franklin

Julian Rampino, Franklin

Jack Murphy, Franklin

Will Tirrell, Franklin

Honorable Mentions

Kyle Walsh, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-football-all-stars/

FHS representatives on the 2024 Hockomock League Football All Stars

FHS Swim teams open season with double win vs. Oliver Ames

via FHS Varsity Swim: 

"Double Dub Against OA - Girls & Boys Both Left With First Wins To Start Of The Season "

Team scores:
Oliver Ames 67 - 89 Franklin Boys
Oliver Ames 62 - 100 Franklin Girls

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DDhS5YHx3AF/

FHS Swim open season with double win vs. Oliver Ames

Franklin Public Schools: Music Performances available for video replay

Annie Sullivan Winter Concert 12-04-24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AudGhlRuWLY

FHS Chorus and Orchestra 12-10-24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqidDIp2wLY

FHS Winter Band 12-11-24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_joruH9tLQ

Remington Winter Music 12-12-24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lj52KfKilg

2024 A-Wreath-of-Franklin Wrapped!

Thank you + Community Survey

Thank you to all of our volunteers, wreath creators and businesses who participated in making this inaugural event a community effort. "The First Annual A-Wreath-of-Franklin and Holiday Sip, Shop Stroll N Roll was the perfect blend of the arts, the economy, old friends, new friends and the holiday spirit! The fellowship experienced in Franklin was heartwarming and its only the beginning! Look for more event, more people, more activities, more art and more camaraderie in 2025 at the Second Annual "A-Wreath-of-Franklin" and Holiday Sip Shop Stroll N Roll. We would love to have you on the committee! Stay tuned for details!" John Ristaino, Franklin Cultural Council Chair. If you had the opportunity to join us last weekend, let us know what you thought! Click here for our community survey. All feedback will be used to generate more cohesive and festive programming! Have further questions? Or want to get involved? Please email the Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy; Cory Shea.

Community Wreaths will be on display until the first weeks of January 2025. Take a look at our community map to plan your visit! Here's a reel revealing a peek of the community magic leading up to the December 7th A-Wreath-of-Franklin Sip Shop Stroll N Roll Celebration! Pictured above, Dom DeBaggis rocking out at Fiori & Fern.

Special thank you to our award winning program Photographer and Franklin Cultural Council member, Kayla Nisbet for capturing the day! Visit the Franklin Culture's Facebook page to see the entire photo album. Pictured: Our youngest Franklin Community members participating at the Children's Museum of Franklin indoor ice skating rink that popped up at the Franklin United Methodist Church.

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Franklin TV: Christmas Gatherings

Christmas, Convivial & Merry

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 12/15/2024

This year’s late arrival of Thanksgiving has compressed the Holiday Season and all the public celebrations and civic events into a tighter than normal schedule – with many happening at the same time. Our crews have been out scrambling and covering as many Christmas 2024 events that we can.

Franklin TV: Christmas Gatherings

Taking a few moments in a mid-week lull, our crew, board members, and a few volunteers enjoyed Christmas gathering in our Community room at the studio.

‘Tis the Season for gatherings.

All it takes for some merry is family, friends who come together in common cause. Add some holiday music.

And of course, food.

And – as always –

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 

Thank you for watching Franklin●TV

Thank 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   

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Elks Hoop Shoot scheduled for Dec 27 at 3:00 PM

Elks Hoop Shoot scheduled for Dec 27 

Lodge 2136 Hoop Shoot Contest

Date: 12/27/2024

Type of Event: Hoop Shoot

Lodge Number: 2136

Location: 3 PM @ Downtown Sports

Description: 240 Cottage St, Franklin, MA 02038

Contact: Randy K Ryder

Contact Phone: 5083334773

Contact Email: rryder4654@gmail.com

Shared from https://www.elks.org/lodges/CalendarDetail.cfm?EventID=1646316&LodgeNumber=2136

Franklin Aera Moms schedule "Christmas Around the World" event Sunday, Dec 15 at 9 AM

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."

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