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Wednesday, February 5, 2025
LGBTQ Alliance: Join us for our next meeting on February 6th at *6* PM!
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 282 - Interview with Karen MacNeil (audio)
Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you!
Interview with Karen MacNeil
Kim and Mark interview wine world legend Karen MacNeil, the only American to have won every major wine award given in the English language. Karen is also a James Beard Award winner and has been named one of the 100 most influential people in wine.
Time magazine called her “Americas Missionary of the vine”
She is the author of “The Wine Bible” a top 5 best-selling wine book in history, which has sold over 1 million copies and is the best selling American book on wine.
In this episode, Kim and Mark ask Karen about the latest edition of her book, Karen shares details of the book and many interesting wine stories and tips.
Then we discuss the Come Over October movement started by Karen, the latest Surgeon General's report, wine and health, and many other topics.
This is a must-listen episode for any wine lover who wants to hear the passion and knowledge from a legend in the industry. You will want to run out and get her book to learn more.
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| Episode 282 - Interview with Karen MacNeil (audio) |
Karen MacNeil's websites:
Cheers,
Kim and Mark
#wine #thewonderfulworldofwine #karenmacneil #wineseed #comeoveroctober
350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting - Thursday, February 6 at 7 PM
Our 350 Mass Greater Franklin node meeting will be held THURSDAY, Feb 6, 7:00-9:00 pm.
This will be both in-person and by Zoom, with the in-person meeting taking place at First Universalist Society in Franklin at 262 Chestnut Street at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends!
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| 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting |
At this meeting we'll discuss the outcome of the Campaign Prioritization Meeting and how to begin to move forward with the campaign efforts 350 Mass has chosen, plus any ongoing local action we've worked on.
Meeting Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81930304274?pwd=Tm9VdGxYcDFaVTVDUkwyT3YvUnlFdz09
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923
Meeting ID: 819 3030 4274 Passcode: 350ma
Dial-in +1 646 876 9923
HOWEVER, you're also invited to come Wednesday, Feb 5, to the Campaign Prioritization Meeting, by Zoom, 6:00-9:00 pm. Join us for a thorough community discussion about our campaigns. The goal of this meeting is to strategize for the next year and prioritize our campaigns. All are welcome! The final vote will be taken by Statewide Steering Team representatives. PLEASE RSVP here.
Lastly, you are welcome to attend Sunday, Feb 16, at 10:00 am at First Universalist Society in Franklin. The Climate Justice Team of Dave Rittenhouse, Steve Derdiarian, Mark Minnichelli, and Carolyn and Rand Barthel will be conducting a service called Climate: What Will You Do? No proselytizing, just climate change, we promise!
We hope this works for you all.
Hoping to see you this Thursday 7 PM, in person or by Zoom, for our 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node meeting!
With gratitude,
Carolyn and Steve
FUMC: A Pastoral Letter re: Executive Orders & Immigration
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| Dear members and friends of Franklin United Methodist Church, On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order which allows officers enforcing immigration law to arrest migrants at sensitive locations, including churches, without prior approval.[i] Since that time, there have been many verified[ii] and rumored[iii] detentions where people have been targeted based upon the color of their skin and the language they speak and not solely upon past or on-going criminal investigations and immigration status. Many in our community, including non-white citizens and those with legal immigration status, are afraid. We must stand with the migrant, immigrant, and the refugee. We cannot remain silent. As United Methodists, "we affirm the dignity, worth, and rights of migrants, immigrants and refugees, including displaced and stateless people."[iv] And, "we oppose all laws and policies that attempt to criminalize, dehumanize or punish displaced individuals and families based on their status as migrants, immigrants or refugees. Additionally, we decry attempts to detain displaced people and hold them in inhumane and unsanitary conditions. We challenge policies that call for the separation of families, especially parents and minor children, and we oppose the existence of for-profit detention centers for such purposes."[v] As United Methodists, we are urged to welcome migrants, refugees, and immigrants into our congregation and provide concrete support, "including help with navigating restrictive and often lengthy immigration policies, and assistance with securing food, housing, education, employment and other kinds of support."[vi] As Christians, we affirm that "The Lord watches over the strangers; he upholds the orphan and the widow" (Psalm 146:9a, New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition). We see it as our call to show hospitality and welcome to the stranger and foreigner, treating them as family and citizens of our own land (cf. Leviticus 19:34, Deuteronomy 27:19, Ezekiel 47:22, Zechariah 7:9-10, Matthew 25:31-36). We believe, in the words of Jesus, that the entirety of Scripture can be summed up in two commandments, love God with all your heart, soul, and mind; and, love your neighbor as yourself (cf. Matthew 22:34-40). This love extends to all persons regardless of one's race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, and immigration status. God's love found in the person of Jesus Christ breaks down these human constructs and molds us into one diverse and inclusive people (cf. Romans 8:28). As citizens of the United States of America, we hold it as a fundamental right that all persons should be granted the freedom to gather and exercise the religion of their choosing. President Trump's executive order creates a very real threat that "deters congregants from attending services [and practicing their religion], especially members of immigrant communities."[vii] I have instructed all staff and building users regarding protocols that should be followed should an immigration enforcement officer be spotted on church property or enter the facility. I am also making available information so that all members of our community understand their rights should they encounter such an officer. "Know Your Rights" cards, also known as "Red Cards," are available in the vestry along with printed copies of "Faith and Facts Card—Immigration to the U.S." published by the General Board of Church and Society of The United Methodist Church. Finally, additional information and resources, specific to Massachusetts and/or The United Methodist Church, can be found below. I hope, and I pray, that President Trump will come to look with compassion and mercy upon the people in our country who are scared now. Many are. [viii] I also hope, and I pray, that our church will not lose its resolve for being a place where all can experience compassion and mercy; that we might continue to be a community where all can experience meaningful relationship with God, grow in Christ, and reach out in love to others; a place where all can love and be loved; a community where all persons can be accepted as they are. I encourage everyone to pray for our President, other government officials in our country and around the world, and all those who refuse to reach out with anything less than a heart full of love, mercy and compassion. In Jesus' name, and for Christ's sake, I pray—and I hope you will too. Peace. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
NOTES AND REFERECES: [i] Rebecca Santana, "Trump administration throws out policies limiting migrant arrests at sensitive spots like church," APNews.com, January 21, 2025 (https://apnews.com/article/immigration-enforcement-sensitive-locations-trump-ab0d2d2652e9df696f14410ebb52a1fc). [ii] Marlene Lenthang, "Here are the cities where ICE raids are taking place," NBC News, January 27, 2025 (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/are-cities-ice-raids-are-taking-place-rcna189390). [iii] Gina Lee Castro, "Milwaukee officials, advocates working to verify viral report of Puerto Rican family detained by ICE," USAToday.com, January 30, 2025 (https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/2025/01/30/telemundo-report-of-ice-detaining-puerto-rican-family-in-milwaukee-draws-concern/78058292007/). [iv] from "The Political Community," section "G. Migrants, Immigrants and Refugees" in The United Methodist Social Principles: As Adopted by General Conference Charlotte, 2024 (https://www.umcjustice.org/documents/124), p38. [v] Ibid. [vi] Ibid. [vii] "Donald Trump Sued by Quakers Over ICE Raids," Newsweek.com, January 28, 2025 (https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-sued-quakers-ice-raids-immigration-2021904). [viii] see sermon by Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, at the Washington National Cathedral, January 21, 2025 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwwaEuDeqM8). >< Rev. Dr. Jacob W. Juncker 508-528-1092 (o) | ||||
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Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Feb 5, 2025
- 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)
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)
- This segment features my conversation with Colleen Bunnewith about the reopening of Pour Richard's -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/01/colleen-lets-us-know-about-bacchus.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 "Interview with Karen MacNeil"
-> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/02/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.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)
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 3 PM)
- This features my Chalkboard Chat session as we condense the School Committee meeting of 1/28/25 -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/02/in-this-chalkboard-chat-we-condense.html
Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
7:30 am Mental Health: Joanne Spillane
8:30 am Addressing Hate in School Sports
10:00 am Vera Meyer: Glass Harmonica
11:30 am Comfort Food: Comfort Food
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 1
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 10
4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Fall 2024 Pt 1
5:00 pm Concerts on the Common: Pub Kings
8:00 pm Martin Luther King, Jr Convocation
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
7:00 am Public School Concert: Elementary Winter Music Pt. 3 01-15-19
8:30 am Public School Event: Remington Winter Music 2022
10:00 am Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament
11:00 am Lifelong Music: Strings School 01-22-25
12:30 pm FHS Boys Varsity Hockey v Taunton 01-11-25
3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2
8:30 pm Hockomock League Swimming Championship Day 2 2025
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
8:00 am Town Council 01-22-25
12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 01-15-25
2:00 pm Town Council 01-22-25
6:00 pm Master Plan Committee CHAMBERS 843 5186 7136
7:00 pm Town Council CHAMBERS 898 0734 4771
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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Tuesday, February 4, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 ???
Tuesday, February 4
- Last days to order charCUTEerie box - Food Pantry fund raiser
- Fudge Fund Raiser for Friends of Franklin Library
11:00am Community Closet (Franklin United Methodist Church)
6:00pm Table Top (Franklin Public Library)
6:30pm Franklin Garden Club - monthly meeting (Franklin Senior Center)
7:00pm Musical Bingo (Raillery Public House)
7:00pm Friends of Franklin Public Library Book Club (Franklin Public Library)
** Town Meetings today **
Franklin Public Schools Contractual Negotiations (executive session)
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 4:00 PM
https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02042025-1537
Franklin School Committee Meeting - Budget Hearing FY 2026 (Council Chambers & broadcast)
February 4, 2025, 7:00 PM
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Why are there multiple calendars?
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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/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false
The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Second Sunday Speaker: “History in Our Backyard!”
Dean College Professor. Dr. Rob Lawson, presents “History in Our Backyard!” Congressman Tip O’Neill is remembered as saying all politics is local. All history is local too.
In this interactive presentation, Dr. Lawson will share a variety of examples where “big” history (national/global) meets local history stories. Wars, pandemics, and natural disasters are painful reminders of how big events can affect local communities, and Franklin is no exception.
Together, we’ll encounter a couple of Franklin history “puzzles” and explore some of the film and digital history initiatives that are making our local history accessible and relevant right now.
Bring your curiosity and put on your thinking cap as we explore the history in our backyard! at the Franklin Historical Museum.
Museum open 1-4, program starts at 1:15. FREE
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| Second Sunday Speaker: “History in Our Backyard!” |
Franklin Fallen Heroes’ Remembrance Ceremonies for February 2025
In honor of the 45 Franklin Veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, remembrance ceremonies are held on the anniversary of their Killed In Action (KIA) date.
The ceremonies are led by members of the American Legion Post 75 and VFW Post 3402 and are held at 9:00 AM on the Veterans Memorial Walkway on the Franklin Town Common.
Family members, friends and members of the community are all welcome to attend.
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| Fallen Heroes' Remembrance Ceremonies on Town Common |
- February 18 – Alan W. Willard – Vietnam
- February 22 – James P. Murray – WWI
- February 24 – David Laughlan III – WWII
- February 26 – Richard L. Desper – Vietnam
Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway
You can find all the videos for 2024 in one playlist ->
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