Sunday, December 15, 2024

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


FHS representatives on the 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

FHS Swim open season with double win vs. Oliver Ames
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


FHS Chorus and Orchestra 12-10-24


FHS Winter Band 12-11-24


Remington Winter Music 12-12-24


2024 A-Wreath-of-Franklin Wrapped!


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
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 FranklinTV
Thank you for reading FranklinNews

 

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

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


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

Franklin Aera Moms schedule "Christmas Around the World"
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 ???

Saturday, December 14
  • Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
  • Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)
9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
9:00am Book Sale (Franklin Public Library)
10:00am Community Winter Coat Giveaway 600+ (Franklin United Methodist Church)
10:00am Cookie Walk (First Universalist Society Franklin) 
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:30am Pancakes and Pajamas (Franklin Public Library)
1:00pm Bag Sale (Franklin Public Library)
4:00pm Orchard Sl'hay rides (Fairmount Fruit Farm)
8:00pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Cedar House Restaurant & Bar)
8:00pm Karaoke (Raillery Public House)
8:00pm The Rescignos: Franklincense (THE BLACK BOX)


**   NO  Town Meetings today   **


What's happening today in Franklin?
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

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 have some 600 or so coats ... to hand out
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! 
Thank you to everyone who donated! Thank you to everyone who will volunteer and stop by to pick out a new-to-them coat and clothes tomorrow! You make this community amazing!"

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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Economic Development Committee reviews and approves revisions to branding proposal (audio)
Economic Development Committee reviews and approves revisions to branding proposal (audio)

FHS' Garrett Scagliarini named MVP for Kelley-Rex Division for Boys Soccer

2024 Hockomock League Girls Soccer All Stars

Kelley-Rex Division MVP
Dani Lomuscio, King Philip

Davenport Division MVP
Taylor deVos, Oliver Ames

Hockomock League All Stars
Kelly O’Connor, Franklin
Cassidy Carmignani, Franklin
Morgan Lovell, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Ava Villella, Franklin



2024 Hockomock League Boys Soccer All Stars

Kelley-Rex Division MVP
Garrett Scagliarini, Franklin

Davenport Division MVP
Luke Churchill, Oliver Ames

Hockomock League All Stars
Garrett Scagliarini, Franklin
Matt Honekamp, Franklin
Wyatt Herndon, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Gabe Terry, Franklin


FHS' Garrett Scagliarini named MVP for Kelley-Rex Division for Boys Soccer
FHS' Garrett Scagliarini named MVP for Kelley-Rex Division for Boys Soccer