Talking about labyrinths with Bobbi Gerlits (audio)

FM #1445 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1445 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Bobbi Gerlits. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. 

Our conversation talked about the restoration of the labyrinth at the First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF).

• Labyrinth installation in 2008, restoration in 2025

• A non-denominational tool for navigating life

• 4 R’s to guide walking a labyrinth

• The labyrinth at FUSF is open to the community from sunrise to sunset

• Workshops and walks will be scheduled

The conversation runs about 37 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1445-talking-about-labyrinths-with-bobbi-gerlits-05-06-25/

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FUSF page  https://fusf.org/worship/sacred-spaces/ 

World page for FUSF space ->

https://labyrinthlocator.org/labyrinth/first-universalist-society-in-franklin/?fwp_city=Franklin 

Nathan Wiles’s labyrinth designer page  https://innatecreations.org/ 

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Talking about labyrinths with Bobbi Gerlits (audio)

FHS girls tennis team tops Sharon on Tuesday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Boys Tennis = Franklin, 0 @ Sharon, 5 – Final

– In its first season competing in the division, Sharon clinched its first-ever Kelley-Rex crown with a 5-0 sweep against Franklin, taking all five matches straight sets. It’s the Eagles sixth straight after winning five Davenport division titles in a row dating back to 2019. Senior Jacob Slavsky didn’t drop a game in a double-bagel 6-0, 6-0 first singles win, freshman Sri Piratla earned a 6-1, 6-3 win at second singles, and junior Isaac Chen grabbed a 6-0, 6-2 verdict at third singles. Senior Joel Zwicker and sophomore Avaneesh Mohan moved up to first doubles and controlled the match from start to finish, taking a 6-2, 6-1 win. Sophomore Alex Pinnix teamed up with freshman Anish Reddy and picked up a 6-3, 6-2 win at second doubles for the Eagles.

Girls Tennis = Sharon, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

– Franklin earned a crucial win at home, handing Sharon its first league loss of the season and keeping its title hopes alive going into the final stretch of the season. Senior Izzy Trull had a dominant performance at second singles, dropping just one game in a 6-1, 6-0 win while junior Isabella Simino did the same at third singles with a 6-0, 6-1 victory. The Panthers added a second doubles victory for the third point as junior Avalon Thomes and freshman Anna Powers grabbed a 6-1, 6-3 victory to clinch the win. Sharon senior Heather Hou prevailed from a tight battle at first singles with a 7-6, 6-2 win. The first doubles match featured two of the top doubles teams in the Hock, and it was apparent on the court. Sharon’s team of senior Olivia Landstein and sophomore Heather Hou bounced back from dropping the first set to Franklin’s Brooke Daniels and Sydney Tolonen to win the second in a tiebreak and then won the third set super tiebreak to get the point (4-6, 7-6, 10-6).

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-13-25/

 

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

Reminder: Rail Trail 5K road race scheduled for Saturday, May 17

FBRTC 5k Online Registration -> https://www.tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/fbrtc/FBRTC5K.php

Rail Trail 5K road race scheduled for Sat, May 17

Online registration closes on Thursday, May 15.

Once online registration closes, you can still register in person.

In person registration will be available at the following locations:

Friday, May 16 : 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Bib Pickup – Timeless Crossfit
• 90 Hayward Street, Franklin

Saturday, May 18 : 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM

• Race Day – Grove Street Trailhead

Get your Registration in for the annual PMC Kids Ride in Franklin on June 8, 2025

Get your Registration in for the annual
PMC Kids Ride in Franklin on June 8, 2025

 

Registration is open, sign up today!

#PMCKids #pmc2025 #closerbythemile #kidshelpingkids




Registration and additional info -> https://kids.pmc.org/franklin

Rise Up is scheduled to meet on Saturday, May 17

Learn more about Rise Up and sign up for email announcements/updates here: https://alirheaume.com/rise-up

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This one-hour social meet-up is intended to be a safe space for:

• individuals navigating life with disability to meet others they can relate with
• community partners to learn more about the population and share resources
• support persons to meet other support persons

Rise Up is scheduled to meet on Saturday, May 17

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AUFy692Dg/

Proud to be a sponsor of Empty Bowls

Don't forget your tickets for the FHS Empty Bowls Fundraiser! 

Proud to be a sponsor of Empty Bowls

Let's show @fhs_emptybowls lots of love as they show off their pottery and raise funds to benefit The Pantry. 

We're so grateful to our Bronze Sponsors who help make this event possible!

• @bluxehairandmakeup
• Eagle Stainless Steel Tube and Fabrication
• Fenton Financial
• Franklin Matters
• Mount Street Farm
• QRGA, LLP

Link in bio!

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DJm4J-bx1pA/

Mr. William Klements, M.Ed. appointed Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Providence

Diocese of Providence (@dioprovidence) posted Tue, May 13, 2025:

Mr. William Klements

With the support of Bishop-Designate Bruce A. Lewandowski, CSsR, Monsignor Albert Kenney, Diocesan Administrator, has appointed Mr. William Klements, M.Ed. as Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Providence. “Bill Klements has served our diocese exceptionally well as Assistant Superintendent for two years,” said Monsignor Kenney. “His faith-filled leadership and his career of service in Catholic education will be great assets to our diocese and our Catholic schools. Under Bill’s leadership, our diocesan and parish schools have a bright future ahead of forming young men and women in the knowledge and love of God.”

Read more at https://provd.io/klements 

Shared from -> https://x.com/dioprovidence/status/1922326465921573254

Introducing Milk Chocolate — Crafted the Wright Way

Introducing Milk Chocolate — Crafted the Wright Way Dear Chocolate Enthusiast, Many have been asking whether I would ever make milk chocolate. After careful development—and I must admit, a bit of reluctance to part from my dark chocolate roots—I'm proud to introduce Wright Old School Milk Chocolate, crafted with the same focus on simplicity and quality as my original dark chocolate. What sets them apart (Dark vs. Milk Chocolate)? Both my Dark and Milk Chocolate begin with the same foundational ingredients: Cocoa nibs Unrefined sugar The Dark Chocolate contains only these two—minimal and direct; totally allergen-free and vegan friendly. To create the Milk Chocolate, I add: Cocoa butter Coconut powdered milk These four ingredients result in a smooth, creamy texture, while preserving the integrity of real cacao flavor. A quick note for those with allergies: The inclusion of coconut (technically a tree nut by FDA classification) means this bar contains a potential allergen. Still, like all of my dark chocolate, the milk chocolate remains gluten-free, non-dairy, and vegan-friendly. Here's a surprising detail: My 70% Dark Chocolate contains 30% unrefined sugar, while the new 42% Milk Chocolate contains slightly less—just 25%. The milk chocolate does taste sweeter, due to the lower cocoa content. It's a balanced, full-flavored chocolate that appeals to those who prefer a gentler cacao profile—without sacrificing depth. I truly suspect you've never had a milk chocolate with flavor so robust. Both chocolates have varietal cacao known for its depth. Both chocolates are roasted the same to develop the flavors. Both chocolates are stone-ground, allowing the nuanced character of the cacao to remain front and center—unlike conventional chocolate that is often over roasted, over-refined, and filled with unnecessary additives. If you've been waiting for a milk chocolate made with precision, transparency, and exceptional ingredients and processed enough to bring out the best without over processing to deaden the flavor—this is it. Shop now: https://www.wrightoldschoolschocolate.com/store If you like this idea, please submit a comment on my website at the bottom of the page or write a post a message on Instagram or Facebook. And, most of all, thank you for being a customer. Without you, I would not be making Wright Old School Chocolate! Wishing you well, Peter W. Carlson, Founder Wright Old School Chocolate, 127 Old West Street, Walpole, MA, 02081, United States Powered by Squarespace

What the Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees means for you

What the Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees means for you By BCP Staff Have you ever picked out tickets to an event or the perfect vacation rental and then ended up paying twice what you expected in fees at checkout?  Help is on the way: the FTC's Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees takes effect today. What might this mean for you? Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/05/what-rule-unfair-or-deceptive-fees-means-you?utm_source=govdelivery

What the Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees means for you

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, May 14, 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 is 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 Wednesday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock 

Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

• This featues our Town Clerk Nancy Danello with updates in advance of the Special Election June 3, 2024 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/05/town-clerk-nancy-danello-provides.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you and talk about wine "Beyond the Bottle" https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/05/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html

 

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

Franklin TV schedule for Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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

7:30 am Mental Health: Joanne Spillane

8:30 am The Black Box: Wicked

10:00 am Franklin Art Association: Erin Spencer

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Stromboli

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Pot Pie

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 6

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 4

3:30 pm Metrowest Boston Annual Meeting 2025 Pt 2

5:30 pm Shelley Otis: Harpist

7:30 pm PorchFest Pt 1

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Remington Spring Music '22

8:30 am Lifelong Music Spring 2025: Band and Glee

10:00 am Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament

11:00 am FHS Spring Jazz 2025

12:30 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Walpole 04-22-25

3:00 pm FHS Varsity Baseball v Canton 05-01-25

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

8:00 am Town Council 05-07-25

11:00 am Joint Budget Subcommittee Listening Session 1 01-30-25

2:00 pm Town Council 05-07-25

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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