Thursday, July 24, 2025

Amy Adams talks about the Wind Phone & healing with heART (audio)

FM #1483 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1483 in the series. 


constructing the Wind Phone
constructing the Wind Phone*
This session shares my conversation with Franklin artist extraordinaire Amy Adams. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, July 21, 2025.

 

Our conversation covers some of Amy’s work and approach

  • The Wind Phone comes to Natick

  • Dealing with grief

  • Healing with HeART

  • Mural and other projects



The recording runs about 51 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1483-amy-adams-on-the-wind-phone-healing-with-heart-07-21-25/


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* image of the wind phone construction edited from Amy's reel

Painting Venus - Amy’s art portfolio page -> https://www.paintingvenus.art/ 


Andrea Gibson quote we opened with:  


“I have never met a heavy heart that wasn’t a phone booth with a red cape inside


Some people will never understand the kind of superpower it takes for some people to just walk outside


Some days I know my smile looks like the gutter of a killing house


But my hands are always holding tight to the ripchord of believing”


Shared from Instagram ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/DMK1OK8ofa2/


The Wind Phone is located to the right of the entrance for the Common Street Spiritual Center. You do not have to enter the center. The Wind Phone is combined with art through Project Healing with HeART. It is dedicated to the community, for all that have been lost.  13 Common St, Natick, MA 01760, USA



While traditionally we think of 5 senses, the 6th sense came to my mind during my conversation and it turns out there are many more  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sense  


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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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Lowell Folk Festival happens all this weekend Friday through Sunday, July 25 to July 27, 2025

Tell your story walkin'

Walking Map posted on the Event Schedule page.

#LowellFolk July 25-27

For complete schedule for the Lowell Folk Festival -> https://lowellfolkfestival.org/pages/event-schedule




Media Nation: "Adopt A Station is an ingenious effort to help at-risk public radio outlets"

This is ingenious. On Monday, Media Nation commenter Steve Stein asked:
"The $1.1B cut to public broadcasting is less than $10 per taxpayer. (BTW, is that PER YEAR or over 10 years?) [Congress rescinded spending that had been approved over the next two years.]

I plan on upping my yearly pledge to public radio in some form. Should I up my pledge to WHYY? Would that help the situation nationally? (My guess is WHYY is doing very well compared to, say, WYSO in Yellow Springs OH) Do you think there will be a mechanism from NPR or CPB that could funnel money from the bigger stations to the rural stations that will bear the brunt of cuts?"
Later that day, Nieman Lab mentioned a tool called Adopt A Station. You call up the public radio stations in your state (or in any state), and you are shown a station in another part of the country that’s losing more than 50% of its funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, whose funding was eliminated by Donald Trump and the Republican Congress. Overall, local public radio stations are losing $350 million in federal funding in each of the next two years.

If you call up Pennsylvania in Adopt A Station, you’ll see that Steve’s station, Philadelphia-based WHYY, is losing just 2% of its funding. But Adopt A Station suggests that he consider supporting not just WHYY but also WRVS in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, which is losing 71% of its funding. Elizabeth City is located in the northeast corner of the state, about 45 miles south of Norfolk Virginia.

Continue to read the article ->
Follow the link to chose to Adopt a Station -> https://adoptastation.org/

Note: Franklin TV does not receive Federal funding so we are not on the listing. However, we are a 501(c)3 charitable organization and can accept contributions. 

Adopt a Station -> https://adoptastation.org/
Adopt a Station -> https://adoptastation.org/

Providence Zen Center's Event: Zen Fest at Founder's Day - Aug 2

Join us on the afternoon of Saturday, August 2nd for the second annual Zen Fest, a celebration of Zen-inspired art, music, and community. Zen Fest is open to our sangha's friends, family, and the local community.

Providence Zen Center land features a traditional Korean temple pagoda, a pond overlooking the Diamond Hill Monastery, vegetable gardens, and wooded hiking trails. 

Enjoy a picnic while listening to community performances, join a guided tour of the monastery, explore our serene trails and gardens, or step inside the main temple to explore the Middle Path Gallery, Zen Gift Shop, or Little Free Zen Library.
  • Zen Fest at Founder's Day - Aug 2
    Zen Fest at Founder's Day - Aug 2
    Local Community: RSVP for Zen Fest only (Saturday afternoon)
  • Sangha Members: Register at Kwan Um Zen Americas for Founder's Day ceremonies, stay overnight Friday and/or Saturday, or to join on Zoom.
  • Guests: Register to extend your guest stay at PZC before or after the weekend.
Calling all artists & performers!
  • Apply to perform (Music, Poetry/Spoken Word, Chanting/Kirtan, Movement/Yoga/Martial Arts)
  • Apply to exhibit or feature your art or craft in the gift shop (2D & 3D)

Providence Zen Center, 99 Pound Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864, USA 


TBB Sings… Dolly Parton on August 2 AND TBB Sings… The 24-25 Broadway Season on August 23

TBB Sings… Dolly Parton on August 2nd at 8:00 PM and TBB Sings… The 24-25 Broadway Season on August 23rd at 8:00 PM at THE BLACK BOX outside under the stars! Table seating and general seating are available. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside.

TBB Sings… Dolly Parton
TBB Sings… Dolly Parton
On August 2, a cast of FPAC favorites will pay tribute to the living legend: Dolly Parton! From singing barefoot on the front porch of her Tennessee Mountain Home to commanding the stage in six-inch heels, Dolly Parton is a larger-than-life living legend with a heart as big as her dreams. She is one of an elite group of individuals to receive at least one nomination from all four major annual American entertainment award organizations; Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar, and Tony. Enjoy the songs that have captured the hearts of generations this summer at THE BLACK BOX!   Tickets -> https://theblackboxonline.com/the-black-box-sings-dolly-parton/

TBB Sings… The 24-25 Broadway Season
TBB Sings… The 24-25
Broadway Season


On August 23, a cast of FPAC favorites will pay tribute to the shows featured on Broadway this past year! Enjoy music from new shows like Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, and BOOP!, to this year’s revivals of classics like Once Upon a Mattress, Sunset Boulevard, and Gypsy. Tickets -> https://theblackboxonline.com/the-black-box-sings-the-2024-2025-broadway-season/

Laura May Band scheduled to play at La Cantina Winery Saturday, July 26

Laura May Band scheduled to play at La Cantina Winery Saturday, July 26
Laura May Band scheduled to play at
La Cantina Winery Saturday, July 26

Take a pause and join us for a fun night of live music!

Laura May Band will be playing on Saturday, July 26th from 7 PM to 10 PM.

Great music, delicious wine, and good vibes don’t miss it!





Helping your military kids navigate the online world



Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

By BCP Staff

It takes a village of trusted adults to help military kids adapt to new cities and overcome being the new kid in class again. Kids often need that same village of parents, coaches, and teachers to help them navigate safely online. 

If you're looking for tools to talk with kids about privacy and online safety, digital citizenship, spotting and avoiding scams, and understanding advertising, Youville can help!

Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/07/helping-your-military-kids-navigate-online-world?utm_source=govdelivery



    Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfAGecNijS8


Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, July 24, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fmFranklin 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 Thursday
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday


8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events 

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour
10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

This week the Turntable Show features the Doobie Brothers "The Captain and Me" Album Hour and studio and live signature hits from the Doobie's and Michael McDonald on the Vibe Playlist Hour.  

The Captain and Me is the third studio album released on March 2, 1973.  It includes massive hits: "Long Train Runnin'", "China Grove" and "Without You". 

Listen to The Vibe and Pauly G share a wicked cool two hour album experience.



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 Thursday, July 24, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

  • Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = THURSDAY
10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Task Force
11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lasagna
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Trifles
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 2
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 2
3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams
4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 1
5:00 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Cookies
6:00 pm Horace Mann PSA
7:00 pm Frank's Musings: Supreme Court
9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Garnet Rogers
  • Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = THURSDAY

7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra
8:30 am FHS Concert Hour 02-26-25
10:00 am FHS Graduation 2025
2:00 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 1
4:00 pm FHS Varsity Softball v Walpole 04-22-25
9:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Cinderella
  • Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = THURSDAY

8:00 am Conservation Commission 07-10-25
2:00 pm Conservation Commission 07-10-25
7:00 pm Conservation Commission  CHAMBERS  930 1049 7460


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


Watch Listen Read all things that matter in Franklin MA
Watch Listen Read all things that matter in Franklin MA

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 ???

Library & Senior Center events
Library & Senior Center events
Wednesday, July 23


6:00pm Summer Patio Concerts: Dom DeBaggis (live music) (Franklin Public Library)



For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->        




** Town Meetings today   **

Charles River Pollution Control Meeting

Wednesday, July 23 Time: 3:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232025-1824 


Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, July 23 Time:5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232025-1828  


Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, July 23 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232025-1829 



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What's happening today in Franklin?
What's happening today in Franklin? 
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

Franklin Police Dept shares what to know on soliciting in Franklin - part 1

Via Franklin Police Dept:

"Let’s talk solicitors…
Over the past several days we’ve fielded several calls for solicitors around Franklin for various companies. When done so in accordance with Franklin By-Laws, soliciting is legal and there is little the police department can do when everything is above board.
All solicitors are registered with the Town of Franklin and granted permits by the Chief of Police.
Solicitors are allowed to solicit between the hours of 9 am and 7 pm or a half hour before sunset (which is late this time if the year).
Solicitors are allowed to walk to your front door and ring your doorbell. They are not allowed to enter on private property. An example of this would be a yard with a clear no-trespass sign. Residents often have no solicitation signs, but these signs are merely suggestions to solicitors. They might still try and sell their services.
Legitimate solicitors carry identification with their relationship to their organizations and should and are expected to show it if requested. They are not required to wear company clothing, yellow vests, or drive company cars.
Typically, some solicitors contact the police department and the MECC ahead of going door to door as they know they may expect calls to the police. When responding to solicitation calls, officers check our active solicitation permits to make sure companies are permitted. If they are, they are free to continue their work as long as they are following the town by-laws. If they are not permitted, they are provided information on how to obtain a solicitation permit, close up shop, and are subject to being fined.
Soliciting without a permit is not an arrestable offense. Individuals or companies are fined with a town by-law citation of not more than $200.
We understand that answering the door to solicitors can be unsettling. If you’re not comfortable opening the door for someone, don’t. You could get a no solicitation sign for your house or yard. If you ask a solicitor to leave and they don’t, give us a call! If solicitors are knocking on your door after the approved solicitation hours, give us a call! What we don't recommend is becoming confrontational or physical with solicitors. Simply be polite and ask them to leave if you are not interested in their services. If they don't leave your property, again call us.
Franklin Police Dept shares what to know on soliciting in Franklin - part 1
Franklin Police Dept shares what
to know on soliciting in Franklin - part 1
We appreciate the concern and calls for service surrounding suspicious activity in our town. We hope this level of community interaction continues. This post is to simply educate people about the legitimacy of solicitors within the Town of Franklin.
All Town By-Laws regarding solicitation and other By-Laws can be found here: https://ecode360.com/10433859"


Franklin Police Dept: solicitors issued violation - part 2

Terminix Solicitors
July 22, 2025
"On July 17, 2025 through July 21, 2025 the Franklin Police Department received several calls regarding aggressive Terminix employees who were soliciting their service in Franklin neighborhoods. The Franklin Police was also made aware of videos being circulated on social media showing these solicitors using inappropriate language.
All companies that wish to solicit in Franklin must apply for a permit through the police department (Franklin bylaw Chapter 128 Peddling and Soliciting). There were no solicitation permits issued for Terminix.
Franklin Police Dept: solicitors issued violation - part 2
Franklin Police Dept: solicitors
issued violation - part 2
The Franklin Police Department launched an investigation to ensure that these were solicitors for Terminix and not potential scammers. We were able to locate and identify the solicitors and we confirmed through Terminix that they hire a third-party company, Hawks, to do solicitation for them.
This company, Hawx, was issued a bylaw violation for soliciting without a permit and instructed to discontinue soliciting in Franklin without the proper permit.
The Franklin Police Department would like to thank the community for reporting these incidents. In today’s day of increasing threats of scams, we take these matters seriously.
The information contained in this press release does not imply listed individuals have been convicted in a court of valid jurisdiction of the crimes for which they were arrested. All individuals are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty by a court with proper jurisdiction over the matter(s) for which they were arrested."