Alarm Robotics: STEM activities to share as of September 19 2025

Alarm Robotics: STEM activities to share as of September 19 2025

Dear readers,

We are excited to share these STEM activities and updates with you!

Alarm Robotics

Alarm Robotics Engineering in a Nutshell Workshop series - Community Libraries of Providence

ALARM Robotics is hosting a series of Engineering in a Nutshell Workshops at the Wanskuck Library  in Providence, Ri. The workshops will introduce core engineering and robotics concepts through hands-on activities. Registration required

Introduction To Website Building | Richards Memorial Library

Students in grades 6 to 8 can join a beginner-friendly, 5-week course in which students learn how to make websites. Starting Wednesday October 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, the workshop will be hosted at Richards Memorial Library. Students will learn HTML and CSS, and will build their own websites from scratch. Laptops are required. The final session will include a parent showcase of student projects.

Robot Coding Club | Richards Memorial Library

On Thursday, October 9, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, students ages 7 to 12 can work in small groups to solve new coding challenges with Dash Robots at Richards Memorial Library. This monthly club encourages problem-solving and teamwork. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

STEM4WARD PYTHON Course

STEM4WARD will be hosting a FREE online 10 week Python workshop on Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm starting Sept. 19th. Students in grades 4 to 12 are welcome. Register here.

SCRATCH Coding Series for kids | Plainville Public Library

Beginning Saturday, October 11, from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, students in grades 4 to 8 can attend an 8 week Scratch coding series at Plainville Public Library. They will create interactive stories, games, and animations. Each class builds on the previous one. Participants must bring their own laptops.

3D Printing After School | Attleboro Area Industrial Museum

On Monday, September 29, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, students with prior 3D printing experience can use the #D printers at Attleboro Area Industrial Museum to work on personal projects. An instructor will be available to provide minimal support. The event is "donate what you can" with a suggested amount of $10.

Robotics meets Archaeology: Expedition to RISD Museum

On Sunday, September 21,12:30 PM, FLL Challenge teams can explore archaeology during a robotics-themed field trip to the RISD Museum in Providence. Entry is $10 per participant. General museum admission is free on Sundays (does not include admission to the event).

AI in Journalism | Community Libraries of Providence

Community Libraries of Providence will host a program on how artificial intelligence is transforming journalism. The session will explore AI's opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations. The event is on October 7 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Rochambeau Library.

Demystifying AI: A Friendly Introduction for Everyday Life | Richards Memorial Library

Richards Memorial Library will offer a beginner-friendly talk introducing artificial intelligence and its everyday uses. The session will help attendees understand key concepts and practical applications. Registration is required. The event is on Wednesday, October 1 from 6:00 to 7:15 PM

Intro to Programming and Electronics with Circuit Playground | Watertown Free Public Library

Watertown Public Library will run a hands-on workshop introducing programming and electronics using Circuit Playground boards. Participants will learn coding basics and build interactive projects. The event is on Monday, October 2nd from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

Coding Class for Kids for grades K-5 | Ashland Public Library

Ashland Public Library will host a beginner coding class for students in grades K to 5. The program will introduce foundational programming concepts through fun and age-appropriate activities. The program will take place on Saturday, September 27 from 12:15 to 1:15 PM.

Keep Building,

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kids CAN change the world…

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday, September 22, 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:

wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday - Franklin Public Radio

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

Franklin TV schedule for Monday, September 22, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

8:00 am SAFE_Overdose Awareness Day 8/31/25

9:00 am 4th of July 2025: Joanna Connor

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Ice Cream

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Green Bean Casserole

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 4

3:02 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1

4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

5:30 pm Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 2

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: The Kennedys

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: FHS Chamber Music

8:30 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness 2025

9:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

10:30 am Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 2 03-14-18

12:00 pm Public School Event: FHS Pops Night 05-09-18

1:30 pm     FHS Varsity Football v Brockton 09-19-25

7:30 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v North Attleboro 09-15-25

9:30 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey v King Philip 09-05-25

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

8:00 am Planning Board 09-08-25

2:00 pm Planning Board 09-08-25

7:00 pm Planning Board  CHAMBERS  816 6919 3330

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, September 21, 2025 ??

Sunday, September 21

7:30am All You Can Eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

9:00am Fallen Hero: Lawrence E. Garron Jr & Alfred L. Mucciarone (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

11:00am Sunday Brunch (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free) (Franklin Historical Museum)

5:00pm Movie Night Under the Stars (St. Mary's Parish)

** NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening in Franklin, MA

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 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-calendar

2 Fallen Hero Recognitions Today: Garron & Mucciarone - Sep 21, 2025 at 9 AM

Memorial event today (9/21/25) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Lawrence E. Garron and Alfred L. Mucciarone. 

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Fallen Hero: Lance Corporal Lawrence E. Garron

Lance Corporal Lawrence E. Garron was born on September 27, 1948, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Garron Sr. Lawrence lived with his parents and a sister at 1295 Pond St., went to grade schools in Franklin and then went to Boston Trade High School from which he was graduated in 1967.  

Corporal Garron enlisted in the Marine Corps in May of 1967 and had served overseas for 10 months. During his tour of duty in June of 1968, Cpl. Garron had been wounded and was hospitalized for eight weeks in Saigon from shrapnel wounds in the leg, for which he received the Purple Heart.  

Cpl. Garron later returned to- active duty where he became a casualty on September 21, 1968 when he was one of eight marines in a platoon of 15 men killed in the explosion of a mine while on patrol in Quang Nam province, Vietnam.   

Lance Corporal Lawrence Garron Jr. was 19 years old at the time of his death in Vietnam.

Posted previously -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/11/fallen-hero-lance-corporal-lawrence-e.html

Fallen Hero: Pvt. Alfred L. Mucciarone, U. S. Army,  WWI

Born in Italy, son Accenzia (Bertino) and Mariannino Mucciarone, he came to Franklin as a child. After living here for 17 years, he entered the service on September 20, 1917 and was assigned to Company F, 302 Infantry Battalion of the 76th Division, and later transferred to Company A 306th Machine Gun Battalion of the 77th Division. He went overseas on April 13, 1918

With this group, he became mortally wounded, during the Ouse - Aisne Offensive, and died at Base Hospital #41.

Franklin Honored this hero by naming a Town Square after him.

He was awarded the Purple Heart posthumously in 1967, and the award was presented to his brother, Elio.

Posted previously -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/fallen-hero-staff-sergeant-anthony-j.html 

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For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

Fallen Hero Recognition

Gobble, Gobble! The Franklin Turkey Trot is Back! - Nov 27

Get ready to run, walk, or waddle! Registration is now open for the annual Franklin Turkey Trot, a family-friendly fun run held on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 8 AM.

All levels and abilities are welcome to join in this community event. Participants can look forward to a light breakfast, raffle prizes, and medals for each age bracket after the run – and NEW this year is a prize for best costume! 

Gobble, Gobble! The Franklin
Turkey Trot is Back! - Nov 27

All proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Franklin Food Pantry.

Event Details:

What: Franklin Turkey Trot

When: Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 8 AM

Where:  Start and finish from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 91 Jordan Road, Franklin, MA 02056

Registration:

Register Online at www.franklinturkeytrot.org,  in-person at 91 Jordan Road, Franklin, MA, on November 26, 2025, from 7 to 9 PM, or on race day from 6:30 to 7:30 AM

Early Bird: $25 until October 13, 2025

Standard: $30 after October 13, 2025

Swag: Race shirts are available for purchase online through October 30, 2025, or in-person at bib pick-up and on race day (while supplies last)

 

Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Last year, nearly 1,000 people participated in the Franklin Turkey Trot. Businesses interested in gaining valuable name recognition while supporting the Franklin Food Pantry can contact Jen Johnson, Franklin Food Pantry’s Development Associate, at jjohnson@franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.

The Franklin Food Pantry extends a special thank you to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Franklin for hosting and helping to organize this event.

Note: Franklin Matters is a proud sponsor of this event

Town Council Chair Tom Mercer condenses the 2+ hour meeting to about 35 minutes (audio)

FM #1514 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1514 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of September 17, 2025.

We focus on two questions:

• ok, what just happened? 

• What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?

We cover the following key topics

• Announcements from the Chair

• Town Clerk Nancy Danello provides update on biennial election status

• School Cmte Chair Dave Callaghan provides an update on school opening and traffic issues being worked

• 2 Police Dept new hires effectively back filling for positions authorized within the reduced Police Dept staffing were sworn in and pinned by family members

• 2 public hearings were opened separately; one for the 2 commercial kitchen bylaws to enable the operation of a commercial kitchen within a residence if on septic (not on town sewer); and second, a set of 6 bylaws to create the Crossing Neighborhood zoning district. It would be similar to the Downtown zoning with a couple of exemptions. Councilor Frongillo recused himself from these discussions and votes as his father's business operates in the proposed zoning area

• In legislation for action 

• all 8 of the zoning changes moved to a second reading

• The Council voted to formalize the early in person voting schedule for the November election as announced

• A couple of water & sewer extensions were approved

• A definition of a collection container was accepted and authorized to extend the current use by religious organizations to non-profits, in particular the American Legion and VFW

• A presentation on Solicitation Permits by Police Chief Thomas Lynch and Deputy Police Chief James West was made to provide some info on the process in response to an incident earlier this year. 

• In the Town Administrator's Report 2 key items were covered; 

• Qne - a series of personnel moves; B Taberner's replacement was announced, M Kinhart and M D'Angelo are retiring, Breeka Li Goodlander to return from pregnancy leave in mid-Oct; 

• Second - the Assessors revealed new growth will be about $271,000 shorter than projected earlier this year. This will need to be adjusted somehow before the tax rate hearing in Nov/Dec. It seems to be reflecting the slowdown in growth due to interest rates, uncertainty, and the 'nimby-factor', etc.

The conversation runs about 38 minutes. Let’s listen in

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1514-town-council-quarterbacking-09-18-25/

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Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQsgBfKN8cY 

The agenda and docs released for this session can be found

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09172025-1911 

My notes in a single PDF can be found ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MNwWCGlCOgPnqbmMecTz5TqaesbmSt4z/view?usp=drive_link 

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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

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If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

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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Town Council Chair Tom Mercer condenses the 2+ hour meeting to about 35 minutes (audio)