Franklin TV: Show Me a Sign!

Let these be our signs of Spring.

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 03/23/2025 

At last! Our signs arrived – all rolled up in a tube. (Yess!)

wfpr sign at Davis Thayer

The Town has sign boxes in two highly visible locations along Central Street. They welcome passers by to Downtown Franklin, and we have been prepping some signage for our radio station, wfpr●fm, Franklin Public Radio.

wfpr sign at Four Corners/Walgreens

Our Franklin Radio programming will be expanding throughout the Spring, and we’re also working to keep you more informed with regular updates of notable and newsworthy events and all that is happening around town.

A big shout out to Steve Sherlock for all he does as Franklin’s volunteer information director and FranklinMatters.org. 

Do check out Franklin Matters Radio every Wed/Thu/Fri at 8 am, 1 pm, & 6 pm and Saturday afternoons starting at 2 pm.

And – as always –

Thank you for watching. 

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.

And staying informed at 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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🚧 Building Progress: See What’s Happening Behind the Scenes!

Note: There is a fund raising event today at Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub from 2 to 5 PM

If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online. Friends, We are thrilled to share some sneak peek photos into 157 Cottage Street. Construction is progressing smoothly and our walls are now fully up! A passerby will notice that our old garage door has been replaced by large windows, bringing so much natural light into the space. Over the next couple of weeks, painting will be complete and flooring installation will begin, bringing us another step closer to opening. Exhibits will begin to arrive at the start of April – stay tuned for more photos as the space truly comes to life! Fundraising remains our biggest hurdle before we can open our doors. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the Museum is truly made possible by this incredible community of individuals, families and organizations. Your contribution of any amount has the ability to spark joy, create connections, encourage discovery and complete this hub for community. Join us tomorrow for a fundraiser at Teddy Gallagher's between 2:00 and 5:00 pm! (View details.) or  visit our website to support the Museum today. With joy and gratitude, Erin & Meg What you see here:  Left: Erin shows her four-year-old (and chief exhibit tester) where the climbing structure will be. Bottom Left: Hall & office wall – with drywall up! Bottom Right: View from the water area into the exhibit space. What you see here: Right: Meg unboxes the giant pumping heart exhibit that just arrived from Germany! Bottom Left: Testing out the incredible human bodies mirror from BPI. Bottom Right: WBA finishes up sanding the gazebo for our baby/crawler zone.

Officer Timothy Trubiano recognized with CIT Award

(L-R) Lt Colecchi, Officer Trubiano

via Franklin Police Dept 

"We are thrilled to announce that Officer Timothy Trubiano was presented the prestigious CIT Award! This recognition highlights his exceptional contributions to our community, particularly in his handling of mental health emergencies and his compassionate interactions with individuals in crisis.

Officer Trubiano has consistently demonstrated professionalism, patience, and a deep understanding of those facing mental health challenges. His ability to connect with both teens and individuals with developmental disabilities has made a significant impact, fostering trust and encouraging positive outcomes.

A special thank you to the CIT program for equipping our officers with the skills to support those in need. Congratulations, Officer Trubiano, on this well-deserved recognition!"

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Rose Turco receives recognition as part of Women's History Month

Rose Turco receives recognition

via Senator Becca Rausch: 

Today we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing Rose Turco of Franklin!  

Rose was a beloved Franklin school teacher of 40 years and served as Vice Principal and Chair of the Math Department of Franklin High School. Rose has devoted herself to projects that honor Franklin’s veterans, including the Memorial Street Sign Project and the Veterans Memorial Walkway.  

Her efforts have helped create lasting tributes to those who have selflessly served our country. She is an active member of the Franklin Veterans’ Council and served on the Frances Eddy King scholarship committee.  

Thank you, Rose!

#mapoli #WHM2025 #womenshistorymonth

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Sewer lining project continues with Phase 8 - March 24 through April 9, 2025

via DPW posting:

"Phase 8 - Sewer Lining Project Continues Monday March 24th thru April 9th.

Below is the anticipated schedule for the Sewer Lining work that National Watermain will be conducting:

3/24 – 3/28: start grouting services (Pine Street, Stanwood Drive, Mary Anne Drive)

3/31 – 4/4: Continue grouting services

4/3 – 4/4: Complete Lining along Pine St

4/7 – 4/9: Lining Easement Beech St to Mary Ann Drive

Please follow posted detour signs and use caution when driving in these areas.

During this part of the lining residents that will be directly affected will be notified. If you experience any issues please call the DPW at 508-553-5500.

This work will help to improve the structural integrity of our sewer system and reduce groundwater intrusion which reduces our bill from the Charles River Pollution Control District.  

For a virtual representation of the service line grouting process check out this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2oqgS0W9ew"

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, March 23, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It ia available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday

Watch, Listen, Read: The 6th Joint Budget Listening Session - Wednesday, March 19

This combines the video, audio, and transcript for the 6th of the 6 listenting sessions in advance of the possible override decision/discussion for the FY 2026 budget.

This is the sixth of 6 listening sessions scheduled through March 12, 2025 in advance of a decision on an override (yes, or no), when? and for what amount. The decision discussion is committed to be on the agenda for the March 19 Town Council meeting.

** Watch

video link ->   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3yEVAe0NHU 

** Listen

audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1404-joint-budget-listening-session-6-03-12-25/

** Read 

Transcript prepared by Otter.ai and edited for speaker name accuracy. As the audio time stamp is also included you can synch the transcript to either the video or audio to catch the full spoken word.  PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CHnwgdsqQ-HtVC0RC_bgGQy2vUz34mdX/view?usp=drive_link

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Listening Session #6 agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/Joint-Budget-Subcommittee-6/?#_03122025-1620

Updated FY 2026 budget document -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4593/2025-03-05-Town-Council-Preliminary-Budget-Presentation-v2 

Citizen discounts and exemptions -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/4418/Local-and-State-Assistance-Programs-PDF 

You can find the collection of video, audio, and transcripts for ALL the Listening Sessions here ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/02/joint-budget-listening-sessions-fy-2026.html 

Joint Budget Subcommittee recommends to the Town Council a $3.862 M override for Tuesday, June 3

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, March 22, 2025 ???

Saturday, March 22

* "Look Up" Gallery (Franklin Public Library during open hours) 

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:30am Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free) 

10:30am  Kat Chapman Concert! (Franklin Public Library)

12:00pm "A Mile for the Mind" (Franklin Sculpture Park)

1:00pm Saturday Sessions with George (Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions)

1:00pm Open House Downtown Preschool (Downtown Preschool)

7:00pm Jennifer Tefft (live music) (Bucatino, North Falmouth)

7:00pm An Evening of Short Plays (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

7:30pm (sold out) FPAC: Mel Brooks "The Producers" (THE BLACK BOX)

** NO Town Meetings today   **

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Why are there multiple calendars?

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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/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

Franklin, MA: Agenda for School Committee meeting Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

March 25, 2025 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order                  Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeil

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. France, England & Scotland Field Trip - Nikki Hafele

B. Franklin High School Update - Dr. Weber

C. Middle School Reorganization Update - Mr. Williams

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. France, England & Scotland Trip Proposal

I recommend approval of the request of Nikki Hafele to take FHS students to

France, England and Scotland for 11 days between June 28, 2026 and July 14,

2026 (exact dates TBD) as detailed.

B. Policy - 1st Read & Elimination

I recommend moving the following policies to a second reading:

ACA - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex

Elimination: ACA-R - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex Under Title IX

Including Sex-Based Harassment

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. none

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your March 11, 2025 School

Committee Meeting and March 19, 2025 Special School Committee Meeting as detailed.

B. Parmenter Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $3,906.44 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.

C. FHS Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $200.00 from Philip & Jari Vandermeer for supplemental supplies for FHS in memory of Richard Ayer III.

D. Oak Street Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $3,900.00 from the Oak St. PCC for field trips as detailed.

E. FHS Gifts

I recommend the acceptance of $10,918.09 as follows:

• $10,545.57 Show Tix In-house Enrichment
• $ 267.00 Parents Field Trips

• 

  Agenda for School Committee

  $ 105.52 Parents In-house Enrichment

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

IX. Executive Session

A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel

X. Adjournment

Agenda doc ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03252025-1651

Keeping Creative Corner in our Community/Time is Running Out – Support Creative Corner Capital Campaign - Deadline April 20th

Dear Creative Corner Families and Friends,

I'm reaching out today because I need your help to secure Creative Art Corner's future here in Franklin. My vision has always been to provide a safe and inspiring space where children and young adults can express their emotions through art, promoting healing, growth, and creativity — all while having fun.

I'm thrilled to share that we've already raised $2000, which is 29% of our $7,000 goal. Every dollar gets us closer, and I'm asking you to consider making a donation today. Creative Corner needs a permanent home to continue offering our beloved after-school programs, summer camps, and community events. If we don't meet our goal by April 24th, all funds will be returned to donors, and we won't be able to move forward.

To put it simply — if 60 people give $100 or more, we'll reach our goal! I know firsthand how tight finances can be, especially as a single mom and small business owner. But I truly believe in the importance of art as a form of self-expression and therapy, and I'm committed to keeping that opportunity alive for our community's children.

Support Creative Corner Capital Campaign - Deadline April 20th

Here's the exciting part: Dean College has offered us an incredible five-year deal to move into a new, larger space at 21 E Central Street, right next to Birchwood Bakery. With more natural light, outdoor space, and room to grow, we'll be able to expand our programs, host local youth art exhibits, and collaborate with Dean College students on special events. Your support will also help us purchase a new kiln, hire staff for workshops and exhibitions, and ensure we have the materials needed to keep our young artists creating.

With recent cuts to arts programs in Franklin public schools, Creative Art Corner's role is more essential than ever. By contributing to our Kickstarter campaign, you're not just helping us move — you're ensuring that the arts remain accessible and vibrant in our community.

Please consider donating at http://kck.st/4i45m99. Every contribution matters, and sharing our campaign with friends, family, and neighbors can make an even greater impact.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support. Together, we can keep the arts alive in Franklin.

Hugs and Happiness,

Amy

Amy M. Galose, MEd - Owner 

https://www.creativecornerartstudiofranklin.com

facebook - CreativeCornerArtStudio

Creative Corner is expanding its business! Help us reach our fundraising goal by May 31, 2025. Checkout our KickStart here!

"You can't use up CREATIVITY the more you use the more you have" Maya Angelou"