Join Cobi & I for a 2nd Jane's Walk in Franklin, May 11 at 10:30 AM

On Saturday, May 11, 2024, there will be a second BEN 4 Franklin launch event: Cobi Frongillo and Franklin Matters’ Steve Sherlock will be leading a 90-minute Jane Jacobs Walk (rain or shine!) at 10:30 AM starting from the Franklin TV Studio, to explore the history, physical structure and architecture of Franklin’s built downtown environment. 

The community walk-and-talk will be one of thousands of Jane Jacobs Walks that take place every May in honor of the late social activist and placemaker. The walk will be accessible to wheels and paws, and participants are invited to gather afterwards at La Cantina Winery to share thoughts and observations. 

For more information and to RSVP for the event, or to sign up for BEN 4 Franklin’s mailing list, please visit: tinyurl.com/ben4franklin

Visit the web page for more information -> https://ben4franklin.org/

If you miss us leaving at 10:30, this is the planned route we'll take. You may be able to join us along the way.

You can also find the public route https://www.mapmywalk.com/routes/view/6039415273

Join Cobi & I for a 2nd Jane's Walk in Franklin, May 11 at 10:30 AM

Mitzi is excited to share the events & happenings at the Library for May 2024 (audio)

FM #1197 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1197 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion at the Franklin TV Studios on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, and month ending holiday times

• Library events for May 2024

• Special events

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Family

• Adults

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended..

The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1197-fpl-may-2024-highlights-04-24-24

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Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library 

May Newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/may-2024-franklin-library-news-events 

Library Calendar of Events ->  http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/F/FRANKLIN/ekp.cfm 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

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?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

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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Franklin Public Library: News & Events scheduled for May 2024

FHS girls & boys tennis, boys lacrosse teams all post wins on Thursday

Via Twitter and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, May 9, 2024

Baseball = King Philip, 14 @ Franklin, 0 – Final (5 Inn.) 

– King Philip came out of the gates swinging, erupting for 10 runs in the first inning in a win on the road at Franklin. Allie Cecere (two hits, three RBI, run) had a two-run double and Ava Kelley added a two-run triple to highlight the Warriors’ big first inning. Kelley finished with a team-high three hits, collecting three RBI and scoring four times, Taylor Regan had a pair of hits, a pair of RBI, and a pair of runs scored for KP, and Syd Burch finished 2-for-2 with a triple and a run scored. McCoy Walsh struck out five in four scoreless innings, allowing two hits and two walks. Sophia Sacramone and Marley Allen (double) each had a hit for the Panthers.

Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 11 @ St. John’s Shrewsbury, 10 – Final (2 OT) 

– Franklin erased a three-goal fourth quarter deficit and then scored the game-winner in double overtime to stun St. John’s on the road. The Panthers had a 5-4 lead at halftime but the host Pioneers took control of the game in the third quarter and outscored the visitors 5-1 to gain a 9-6 edge. Franklin’s Drew Hansen ripped the tying goal with just seven seconds left to send the game to overtime. After a scoreless first overtime, Zach Langevin teed up Dylan McEvoy with a pass right in front and the senior buried it to give Franklin the thrilling win. McEvoy completed his hat trick with the goal while adding two assists, Eddie O’Brien also scored a hat trick, and Hansen tallied twice.

Girls Lacrosse = Franklin @ Leominster, 5:30

Boys Tennis = King Philip, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 

– With a pair of wins in singles action and one more from doubles, Franklin took a 3-2 win over rival King Philip to avenge a loss to the Warriors earlier this season. Jay Gorgas earned a 6-2, 6-2 win at first singles while Dan Reis dropped just one game in a 6-1, 6-0 verdict at third singles for the Panthers. Franklin’s first doubles team of Andrew Amante and Aaron Ramaswamy earned a 6-3, 6-2 straight set victory to help clinch the win. King Philip sophomore Brent Schneider prevailed 4-6, 6-0, 10-1 at second singles and the team of senior Leo Manning and sophomore Jaydon Ajoy emerged with a 6-2, 6-2 decision at second doubles.

Girls Tennis = Franklin, 5 @ King Philip, 0 – Final 

– Franklin kept its lead in the Kelley-Rex and stayed unbeaten with a 5-0 win on the road in Wrentham. The Panthers took all five matches in straight sets as sophomore Gabby Cura won at first singles (6-2, 6-0), senior Chloe Essam dropped just two games at second singles (6-1, 6-1), and senior Brooke Taylor was victorious at third singles (6-3, 6-1). In doubles action, juniors Brooke Daniels and Sydney Tolonen prevailed from a tight first set before landing a 7-5, 6-2 win at first doubles, and the team of senior Ava Davies and sophomore Avalon Thomes emerged from a hard-fought second doubles battle with a 6-4, 6-4 win.

For other results around the Hockomock League (subscription required) 

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-09-24/

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

First ever Pride flag raising scheduled for June 1 at 10 AM

Big news: Franklin will be having our first pride flag raising this year!

We are so excited to announce the first ever Pride flag raising for the town of Franklin! We are thrilled that the town admin and town council worked on a policy and voted ‘yes’ for making a visible show of support, solidarity and welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.

We hope you will join us to watch as the flag is raised and celebrate with us the beginning of June and Pride month 

When: June 1 at 10 AM

Where: Franklin Town Hall - 150 Emmons Street

 

We hope to see you there!

First ever Pride flag raising scheduled for June 1 at 10 AM

Finance Committee reviews Public Safety and Public Works budgets (audio)

FM #1198 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1198 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Franklin, MA Finance Committee budget hearing, the second of 3 sessions conducted on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. The 3rd session is scheduled for May 15, 2024. Then the Town Council does their budget hearing over 2 nights, May 22 & May 23. 

The departmental budgets covered were:

• Public Safety:

• 210 Police Department

• 220 Fire Department

• 225 Regional Dispatch

• 240 Inspection Department

• 292 Animal Control

• b. Department of Public Works (DPW):

• Departments: 422 Public Works

• Enterprise Funds:

• 450 Water

• 440 Sewer

• 434 Solid Waste

• 460 Stormwater

The meeting runs about 1 and 20 minutes. Let’s listen to the second of 3 budget hearings. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1198-finance-cmte-budget-hearing-2-of-3-05-08-24

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The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/kRJStUo28Q8?si=YQQ8EPTnnAz3XMJe&t=61 

The agenda doc ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-05-08_finance_committee_agenda_.pdf 

Follow along with the budget voting doc ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/fy25_ta_budget_book_v2.pdf 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  

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?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit www.franklin.news/ or  www.Franklinmatters.org/  

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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Finance Committee - Budget Hearing #2 of 3 - Public Safety & Public Works - May 8

Dean College: Madison Frechette Chosen as the 2024 Commencement Ceremony Student Speaker

Madison Frechette has been selected to speak on behalf of the Class of 2024 at Dean College’s 158th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Franklin, MA. She graduated from North Attleboro High School in 2020.

Frechette is a double major, earning both a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She is also earning an Associate in Arts degree in Dance.

Madison Frechette (Dean photo)Madison Frechette (Dean photo)

While at Dean, Frechette has been actively involved in several campus organizations, including the founding of the college’s new Women in Business Club in 2023. As president of this new club, Frechette has made it her mission to inspire and empower female-identifying students to make connections, get involved in their communities, and prepare for a future business career. In March, Frechette led the launch of Dean’s first Women in Business Conference, which brought in successful women leaders to speak to the college community.

Frechette has also been active in Dean’s dance companies and performances, the college’s community outreach efforts, and the on-campus Active Minds chapter. Additionally, she has served as a peer mentor and a student ambassador for Dean. 

Dean professor of marketing and faculty advisor to the Women in Business Club, Kelly Rys said, “Maddie is an exceptional student and leader. She is always eager to learn, and she consistently seeks out opportunities to be involved and make an impact on campus. It has been an honor and genuine pleasure working beside her and watching her thrive and grow during her time at Dean College. Maddie’s innate drive, leadership skills, efficient task execution, and excellent time management skills will make her an invaluable asset to any organization, and I can't wait to see what her future holds."

Set to graduate with honors, Frechette is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, the National Honors Society of Dance Arts, the Golden Key International Honor Society, and Phi Eta Sigma. She also achieved Sophomore Honors Distinction and is an active member of the National Dance Education Organization.

“I am incredibly grateful for the mentorship and one-on-one connections I have formed with my professors at Dean—they've not only guided me academically but also supported me in my professional experiences,” reflected Frechette. “I am proud to have been at a school that cultivates leadership in every classroom and planning the Women in Business Conference with Professor Rys is one of the most impactful experiences I have had at Dean. Being able to get an amazing education, foster friendships, and develop my leadership skills are what makes Dean College so special to me.”

After graduation, Frechette plans to work as a marketing associate for KLR, one of New England’s premier accounting and business advisory firms, where she has currently been interning.

Shared from -> https://www.dean.edu/news-events/story/madison-frechette-chosen-as-the-2024-commencement-ceremony-student-speaker/

Planning Board Meeting of May 6 (video)

The Planning Board met as scheduled on Monday evening. Their meeting was conducted in the 3rd floor training room and broadcast from there. 

The video was moved to their playlist on the regular Town Hall Channel. As the Finance Committee meeting was in the Council Chambers the Planning Board was broadcast on the Educational channel. Franklin TV has the capability of broadcasting 3 events simultaneously, and fortunately that doesn't happen all that often.

Planning board session for May 6 ->  https://youtu.be/Y4DENLcYzx4?si=FLvnFhCQ75kfY9-d

Planning Board archive of meetings (playlist) -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNyv0AkVasIQke5CNZkM7XcSzaCBW4IID

Planning Board agenda and documents for the May 6 meeting ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/events/446861

Summer STAR Classes open for registration with Lifelong Learning

Grab a spot in one of these fun classes! Like and follow FPS Lifelong Learning to stay informed.  

More info at -> tinyurl.com/za68ea8m.

Summer STAR Classes open for registration with Lifelong LearningSummer STAR Classes open for registration with Lifelong Learning

 

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/jHijwdQgNdAoBwZk/?mibextid=oFDknk

CommonWealth Beacon: "Big electricity shift coming: Are we ready?"

"THE LONG-AWAITED electrification of the New England economy is starting to happen.

From 1995 to 2005, the demand for electricity produced by the region’s power grid steadily increased, growing nearly 21 percent as the New England economy expanded and homeowners and businesses installed air conditioning units at a rapid clip.

From 2005 until 2023, however, demand for power from the grid slid 16 percent. Modest growth in electricity consumption was more than offset by growth in energy efficiency savings and solar installations, both of which reduced demand for power from the grid.

Now, according to a new study by grid operator ISO New England, the pendulum is swinging in the opposite direction. Demand for power from the grid is expected to grow by more than 17 percent over the next 10 years, as electrification of vehicles and home heating drives up consumption, more than offsetting growth in energy efficiency and solar installations."

Continue reading the article online -> 

https://commonwealthbeacon.org/energy/big-electricity-shift-coming-are-we-ready/

Download the ISO New England report directly from here ->

https://www.iso-ne.com/system-planning/system-plans-studies/celt/

CommonWealth Beacon: "Big electricity shift coming: Are we ready?"

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, May 10, 2024

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Friday

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick  Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

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

7:00 am Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

8:30 am Frank Presents: Jamie Barrett

10:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Michael Walker Jones

11:00 am Senior Connection: Joe Landry

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Meatballs

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Marsala

1:00 pm Strawberry Stroll 2022

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

6:30 pm Joe Landry: Funeral Homes

8:00 pm Endless Konnections: Natasha Ward Pt 2

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Brother Sun

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021

8:30 am Menthal Health: Donna Grady

9:30 am Rec Basketball: 6th - 8th Grade Girls Championship

11:00 am FHS Varsity Softball v Attleboro 04-26-24

1:30 pm All-Town Showcase 2024: Band

3:00 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

4:00 pm Critical Conversations: Social Media

9:00 pm MSTCA Track Meet Pt 1

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 04-11-24

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 04-11-24

5:00 pm Town Council-School Committee_042424

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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Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, May 9, 2024

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Thursday

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p   Franklin Faith Forum

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p   Frank’s Music – Frank Falvey and Jim Derick

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm   Frank Presents – Frank Falvey Presents

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

7:00 am Town of Franklin Fallen Heroes Pt 2

8:00 am Veterans' Call: Veterans' Treatment

9:00 am Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: Michelle Palladini

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Fish

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Meatballs

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Marsala

1:00 pm Strawberry Stroll 2022

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8

3:00 pm Riffing on Main Street: Michael Walker Jones

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

5:00 pm Franklin Cultural District: Brent Selby

6:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 6 - Swinging Steaks

8:00 pm Frank Presents: Jamie Barrett

9:00 pm Endless Konnections: Natasha Ward Pt 2

10:00 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022

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

7:00 am Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19

8:30 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Band

10:00 am FHS Varsity Baseball v Mansfield 04-29-24

1:30 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

2:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

6:00 pm Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021

7:30 pm Critical Conversations: Social Media

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 05-02-24

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 05-02-24

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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