Attention: Recreation Dept Offices Closed Friday, June 28; Operating Remotely

"Due to on-going construction at Franklin Recreation Department, 275 Beaver Street, our offices will be closed on Friday, June 28.  

Power to our building will be cut early on Friday and will be restored by Monday, July 1, by 8:30 AM.  

We will be working remotely from 8:30-1:30 PM on Friday and residents can email us with any questions at: franklinrecreation@franklinma.gov We apologize for any inconvenience."

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Attention: Recreation Dept Offices Closed Friday, June 28; Operating Remotely

DPW shares Think Blue Massachusetts' advice: "Do your doody"

DPW shares Think Blue Massachusetts' advice: "Do your doody"

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What issues do renters face?

What issues do renters face? By Anna Burns When you want to know what's happening in housing, you go to the experts. That's why the FTC joined renters, renters' advocates, and researchers in Atlanta to hear about issues affecting renters.  They told us that the rise of institutional investors and corporate landlords since the financial crisis has contributed to rising rents, hidden junk fees, issues with online portals, and predatory lease-to-own schemes.  Here are some takeaways from housing advocates and renters. Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/06/what-issues-do-renters-face?

What issues do renters face?

 

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, June 28, 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: Sharing Identity on Social Media

8:30 am Frank Presents: Wayne Dunnebier

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

11:00 am Senior Connection: Public Health

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Rigatoni Alforno

1:00 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

4:00 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022

5:30 pm Memorial Day Breakfast 2024

8:30 pm Endless Konnections Kitchen: Tomato Soup

9:30 pm BEN4 Franklin Launch

• 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 Mental Health: Ryan Pellechia

9:30 am Tri County Graduation 2024

11:00 am FHS Varsity Softball: v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24

1:30 pm Public School Event: Sullivan Spring Music 2024

3:00 pm ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

6:00 pm FHS Graduation 2024

9:00 pm Franklin Footlighters: Footloose

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 05-23-24

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 05-23-24

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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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, June 27, 2024?

Thursday, June 27
10:30am Learn to Play Ukulele (Franklin Public Library)
5:00pm Board Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)
9:00pm Joshua David (live music) (3 Restaurant)

**  Town Meetings today

Franklin Public Schools School Committee Special Meeting

Event Date:  Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 5:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/fps_school_comm_special_meeting.pdf

Conservation Commission Meeting

Event Date:  Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/06-_27_conservation_agenda.pdf

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Meeting

Event Date:  Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/bfccps_0.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

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:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

In marathon session, Town Council cuts $1.1M to give to Schools, will add $1M next month (video)

The Town Council began their Wednesday session at 7 PM and completed it Thursday morning, approx. 12:45 AM

The Franklin TV video of the session is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkF-BLT5Vns

Quick recap:

• recognition of Rabbi Tom Alpert retiring
• Gabrielle “Ellie” Dalton & Community Outreach Dog, “Officer” Ben Franklin
• Failed to approve the license transfers between BJs and Pour Richard's. Likely to be appealed and appeal upheld by ABCC
• After much discussion, cut the Town budget $1.1M to provide that money to the FPS school budget. Also in principle agreed to fund another $1M next month from debt stabilization 

My notes in one PDF ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fFz4yUhZUIdxhE9P_mi6ASkaLwWnMiw5/view?usp=drive_link

Updated agenda doc ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/june_26_2024_town_council_meeting_agenda_fixed.pdf

THE BLACK BOX Sings… Waitress Concert Starring Broadway Cast Members

THE BLACK BOX, the region’s premier music, theater, and event venue, is thrilled to bring back THE BLACK BOX Sings… Concert Series outside under the stars this summer. Kicking off the 2024 series is THE BLACK BOX Sings… WAITRESS on June 28th at 8:00pm. 

Starring Emily Koch (Broadway’s Waitress, WICKED, Kimberly Akimbo) and Jim Hogan (Waitress on tour, Broadway’s Kimberly Akimbo) with Ali Funkhouser, April Lisette, Dan Callaway, Robbie Rescigno, Nick Paone, and an ensemble of Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites. Join THE BLACK BOX for a celebration of the beloved Sara Bareilles score.

Emily Koch

Emily Koch starred as Jenna on Broadway and on tour in Waitress and will return to THE BLACK BOX to lead the concert alongside Jim Hogan from the touring company. Both Koch and Hogan recently closed the Broadway production of Kimberly Akimbo. 

Modeled after the popular cabaret series “54 Sings” at 54 Below in NYC, THE BLACK BOX continues THE BLACK BOX Sings… Series this June and August. The series celebrates the music of musicals, composers, and artists sung by Franklin Performing Arts Company favorites. Table seating and general seating are available. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside. 

Tickets and more information are available at THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370. THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 W. Central Street in downtown Franklin, MA. 

2024 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Awards recognize MacCallum, Consigli, Grasso, & Flynn

2024 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Awards recognize the following Franklin High School athletes:

Norah MacCallum – Franklin – Defense

Franklin senior defender Norah MacCallum was the leader of the back line all season for the Panthers, helping them secure a 14th straight league title and extend the program’s Hockomock League win streak to 122 games (dating back to the 2012 season). MacCallum finished the season with 21 ground balls and caused 30 turnovers. The Panthers were second in the Hock, allowing just 159 goals in 22 games (a little over seven per game) despite playing some of the best teams in the state. MacCallum was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Norah was the backbone and leader of our defense. She played a key role in our zone this year and really excelled at getting us the ball back.”

Gabi Consigli – Franklin – Attack/Midfield

Franklin junior attacker Gabi Consigli made a big leap this spring and became one of the most consistent attacking threats for the Panthers, helping them bring home a 14th consecutive league title and extend a decade-long league win streak to 122 games. Consigli was one of the team leaders in goals (30), assists (24), and total points (54), as Franklin revamped its attacking unit with several new faces this spring and, despite facing tough competition all season, averaged nearly 10 goals per game. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Gabi was a solid attacker for us this year. She made big strides from her sophomore year to this year, and did a nice job setting up her teammates.”

Maeve Grasso – Franklin – Defense

Franklin junior defender Maeve Grasso put in a solid season in the heart of the back line, a crucial part of the Panthers clinching a 14th straight league title and extending their decade-long league win streak to 122 games. Grasso had 16 ground balls and caused seven turnovers this season for the Panthers, who allowed a little more than seven goals per game despite a difficult non-league schedule. The Panthers allowed 159 goals in 22 games, which was second-fewest in the Hock. Grasso was an honorable mention for league all-star. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “I was excited to see Maeve on this list because our defense was really our strong point this year. Maeve might not have a ton of stats, but without her intelligence, communication, and leadership, our defense would not have worked.”

Julia Flynn – Franklin – Midfield

Franklin junior Julia Flynn excelled in a much larger role in the Panthers midfield this season, showing off an all-around game that was crucial to Franklin winning a 14th consecutive league title and extending its remarkable league win streak to 122 games. Flynn filled up the stat sheet this season. She scored 37 goals and dished out 13 assists, scooped up 28 ground balls, forced 15 turnovers, and collected 92 draw controls. She was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Julia had a breakout year as a midfielder. We asked her to do more roles than ever before, and she delivered. She is one of the fiercest competitors I have ever coached and I am looking forward to seeing what she can do next season.”

For the full listing of girls lacrosse awards (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/awards/girls-lacrosse/2024-2/

2024 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Awards recognize MacCallum, Consigli, Grasso, & Flynn

Franklin Rail Trail: Committee Focus Survey

The Committee is looking for feedback with regards to what we should focus our attention on

View this email in your browser Committee Focus Survey Hello!   Now that the 5k is in the books, the Lake St RRFBs are being installed, and the Industrial track extension is still a few years off, the Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee is looking for feedback with regards to what we should focus our attention on in order to improve the public's experience on the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT).  Please provide your feedback via the survey link below so that we can focus the committee's efforts on meeting the needs of the community.  You do not need to sign into Google to complete the survey, as all feedback is anonymous.  Feel free to include as many comments as you want.  We may not be able to implement all suggestions, but it will provide good direction as to where we should focus our energies.   FBRTC - 2024 - Committee Focus Survey Warm regards, Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Copyright © 2024 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

Wicked Queer Game Night - June 29

Via the LGBTQ Alliance:

Wicked Queer Game Night - June 29

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The Guardian: "Rising sea levels will disrupt millions of Americans’ lives by 2050, study finds"

"Floods could leave coastal communities in states like Florida and California unlivable in two decades

Sea level rise driven by global heating will disrupt the daily life of millions of Americans, as hundreds of homes, schools and government buildings face frequent and repeated flooding by 2050, a new study has found.

Almost 1,100 critical infrastructure assets that sustain coastal communities will be at risk of monthly flooding by 2050, according to the new research by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS). The vast majority of the assets – 934 of them – face the risk of flood disruption every other week, which could make some coastal neighborhoods unlivable within two to three decades.

Almost 3 million people currently live in the 703 US coastal communities with critical infrastructure at risk of monthly disruptive flooding by 2050, including affordable and subsidized housing, wastewater treatment facilities, toxic industrial sites, power plants, fire stations, schools, kindergartens and hospitals."

Continue reading the article (subscription may be required) 

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/25/rising-sea-levels-flooding

The map that is part of this report ->  https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/6ca511bc6cd14ce8a4a6e18b769fb802

The Guardian: "Rising sea levels will disrupt millions of Americans’ lives by 2050, study finds"

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Thursday, June 27, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p/6:00p Turntable – with Dave Butler and Paul Guarino
Our 2-hour deep dive into the great albums

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Frank Presents – Notable Local Conversations

 

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

7:00 am Fallen Heroes Pt 4

7:30 am Memorial Day Breakfast 2024

9:00 am Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

10:30 am SAFE Coalition: The Hamlins

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Grillin'

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Peppers

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Rigatoni Alforno

1:00 pm ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Deep Dish

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 3

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

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

5:00 pm Pack 92 Pinewood Derby 2022

6:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 11 - Kemp Harris

8:00 pm Frank Presents: Wayne Dunnebier

9:00 pm Endless Konnections Kitchen: Tomato Soup

10:00 pm Tri County Graduation 2024

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

7:00 am Public School Concert: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-14-19

8:30 am Public School Event: Sullivan Spring Music 2024

11:00 am FHS Graduation 2024

1:30 pm ArtWeek: Ed Iannuccilli

2:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

4:30 pm FHS Varsity Softball: v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24

8:30 pm Franklin Footlighters: Footloose

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

7:30 am Conservation Commission 06-13-24

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 06-13-24

7:00 pm Conservation Commission  CHAMBERS  944 9476 5707

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: Wednesday, June 26, 2024?

Wednesday, June 26

10:30am Rainforest Reptiles (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Senior Center Writing Group (recording session)

1:30pm "Where's the toast?" Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center) 

5:00pm Teen Musical Bingo Pride edition (Franklin Public Library)

**  Town Meetings today

• Master Plan Meeting

Event Date:  Wednesday, June 26, 2024 - 5:30pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-june_26_2024.pdf

• Town Council Meeting

Event Date:  Wednesday, June 26, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/june_26_tc_agenda_updated_license_apps.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

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:

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

Franklin Community Survey, final days to get your input registered!!!

The Town of Franklin website (franklinma.gov) was last redesigned in 2016, and is now in need of modernization. Since that time, the website host (CivicPlus) has upgraded their platform to incorporate new design features and components for municipalities to better communicate information to users via their websites.

Town staff are working on a comprehensive redesign the Town's website, seeking to uphold our commitment to an accessible, informative, and user-friendly experience for all. Recognizing that the key to a successful revamp comes from obtaining insight from our website users, we invite you to participate in this initiative.

Your opinions and preferences play a critical role in shaping our online presence as we seek to be more engaging and user friendly.    

Respond to the survey ->  https://forms.gle/gfQr7p2qRvNDCX5R8

We greatly appreciate your input!

Franklin Community Survey, final days to get your input registered!!!