Meet Me at the Y on “Welcoming Wednesdays"

“Coming into the Y, it’s a very welcoming place,” says Sheryl Floris, Hockomock Area YMCA member. “No matter what’s going on in my life, I know that I can come to the Y, It’s like a safe haven.”

That is what we strive for—to be the place where people find life balance, reach their full potential, are active and find camaraderie, and connect and spend quality time together. Our goal at the Hockomock Area YMCA is to ensure that when people walk through our doors, they feel welcome and supported regardless of age, gender, ethnic origin, religious affiliation, and socioeconomic level.

All families are invited to come to our Y at no charge and enjoy a sense of belonging and the benefits of membership on “Welcoming Wednesdays” during September. On September 19, and 26 we are offering free group exercise classes, nutrition coaching, kids’ activities, swim time, and much more. Our branches are located at 300 Elmwood Street in North Attleboro, 67 Mechanic Street in Foxboro, and 45 Forge Hill Road in Franklin.

Meet Me at the Y on
“Welcoming Wednesdays” this September

Beverley Fonseca shares, “In the beginning I was nervous to join the Y because I had never exercised before. It was good to have someone show me around and show me what to do. At the Y, the atmosphere, the people, you just feel comfortable.”

The Y is for all and we believe our community is stronger when everyone feels welcome. We look to improve the quality of life of our members and families in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. Visit https://www.hockymca.org/welcoming-wednesdays/ for a list of various activities and classes you can participate. Come see how the Y can be your home away from home.

Solange Ventura agreed: “When we have had difficult times, the Y was there for us. It is our support system, our family away from home. They know us by name and we feel comfortable and safe.”

“And if you want a place where there are activities for everyone,” states Daniel Ventura, “it is here.”

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczaEtFYWxRUFlibDAxeGd4cnZhcDBKMGhRMnpF/view?usp=sharing

FPAC to present Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

September 21-23, the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present Edward Albee's Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? at THE BLACK BOX. The classic play examines the complexities of the marriage of a middle-aged couple, Martha and George. Late one evening, after a university faculty party, they receive an unwitting younger couple, Nick and Honey, as guests, and draw them into their bitter and frustrated relationship.

FPAC’s production stars Hallie Wetzell and Nick Paone of Franklin as Martha and George. Wetzell holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from Occidental College and Master of Music degrees in Vocal Performance and Vocal Pedagogy from New England Conservatory of Music. She serves as Vocal Director for the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and has appeared in many FPAC productions. A former Equity actor, Paone has been on the drama faculty at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and an actor and director at FPAC since 2001. Amanda Dubois of Woonsocket, Rhode Island will play Honey. Dubois joined the Drama and Dance Faculty at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts in 2016.

Craig Hanson in
the role of Nick

Returning to Franklin for “Virginia Woolf” is New York City-based Equity actor Craig Hanson in the role of Nick. Hanson has been featured in two productions with “Blue Man Group” and has worked extensively with Alabama Shakespeare Festival as well as with many NYC and prominent regional theatre companies. Hanson got his start in the theatre as a student at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and was seen on the FPAC stage in productions of Les Moose (Bullwinkle) and The Wizard of Oz In Concert (Scarecrow).

Hanson marks FPAC’s second Equity contract (soon to be followed by two more in Disney’s Newsies). FPAC artistic director Raye Lynn Mercer comments, “Last season we began to work with Actors’ Equity special appearance contracts that allow our company to bring in professionals to appear in our productions. It is particularly exciting to bring back alumni who were trained at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and have a history with FPAC.”

Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? runs September 21-23 at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin. Tickets are $26 and are available at www.theblackboxonline.com or by calling 508-528-3370. 

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YMCA: Healthy Kids Day - Free Community Event - Oct 6

Our YMCA–together with many community partners–are excited to share that Healthy Kids Day® (formerly scheduled for May 19, which was a rainout) is set for Saturday, October 6 at Patriot Place in Foxborough. This is a free community event that features fun activities throughout the day, shown in this recap video. Press release is attached, along with photos from last year. 

Healthy Kids Day Free Community Event Oct 6

Healthy Kids Day is the largest health day for families nationally. Locally, the 10 AM – 1 PM event at Patriot Place will feature fun, creative, and healthy activities for children including:

• youth and family fitness challenges
• gymnastics obstacle courses
• STEM learning activities
• Photo booth
• Air brush tattoos, brought to you by Patriot Place
• arts and crafts
• seed planting
• fire and police safety
• Prizes, coupons and goody bags

YMCA: Healthy Kids Day - Free Community Event - Oct 6

nationalgrid: Storm Season Safety: Are You Prepared?

Storm Season Alert: Important safety information for our customers. As storm season approaches, severe weather could impact our service territory, causing damage and threatening your safety. National Grid is ready, and we want to ensure that you and your family are prepared before the next storm hits. To view this email as a web page, click here.

As storm season approaches, severe weather could impact our service territory, causing damage and threatening your safety. National Grid is ready, and we want to ensure that you and your family are prepared before the next storm hits. Storm Safety Tips: Never touch downed power lines, and always assume that any fallen lines are live electric wires. If you see one, report it immediately to National Grid or your local emergency response organization. It is a good idea to keep a number of working flashlights, at least one battery-operated radio and an extra supply of batteries in your home. It is also recommended to charge mobile devices prior to the storm so you can stay connected in the event of a power outage. Power problems can sometimes interrupt public water supply systems or disable well pumps, so it's an especially good idea to keep a supply of bottled drinking water handy, as well as some canned food. Stay Connected: Use your mobile device to track outage information, report outages and storm-related safety tips through National Grid's mobile site accessible at www.ngrid.com/mobile To receive text message alerts and updates from National Grid, text the word STORM to NGRID (64743). Other ways to stay in touch: Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram; we post all the latest storm and restoration updates.

Franklin Library: Book Sale - Sep 15-16

Franklin Public Library Book Sale, Saturday, Sep 15, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The bag sale is scheduled for Sunday, Sep 16 from 9:00 AM to noon.

Franklin Library: Book Sale - Sep 15-16

This was shared from the Library page
http://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/september-book-sale

Franklin Senior Center Hosting Memory Cafes as part of Dementia Friendly Franklin Program

The Franklin Senior Center has received an $11,712 grant award from the MetroWest Health Foundation to make the city of Franklin a Dementia Friendly Community.

A component of this process includes providing a monthly Memory Café at the Franklin Senior Center that offers regularly scheduled social events for those living with dementia and their care partners, to encourage social interaction in a welcoming and accepting atmosphere.

Our next Memory Café is scheduled for Monday, September 24th, at 3:00 PM. This month’s presentation will offer information and a hands-on meeting with “Ernie” The Therapy Dog. Therapy dogs can be a great source of comfort and companionship for individuals struggling with memory impairment or isolation. For information, please call the Senior Center at 508 520-4945.

The Franklin Council on Aging was established in 1971 to address the needs of elderly residents. For more information about the Franklin Senior Center, visit  http://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-senior-center-and-council-aging

Franklin Senior Center Hosting Memory Cafes
as part of Dementia Friendly Franklin Program

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: John Gorka Sep 22 - with special guest Amilia K Spicer

John Gorka with special guest Amilia K. Spicer Sep 22

John Gorka Sep 22nd View this email in your browser John Gorka with special guest Amilia K Spicer Sep 22nd 8PM $30 Called "the pre-eminent male singer-songwriter of the New Folk movement" by Rolling Stone, John Gorka possesses a commandingly beautiful baritone voice. His articulate guitar playing compliments his superb lyrics on songs that are romantic, cosmic, poetic, haunting in their imagery or hilarious. Many well known artists have recorded and/or performed his songs, including Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, Mary Black and Maura O'Connell. John has graced the stage of Austin City Limits, Mountain Stage, etown and has appeared on CNN. With a tangle of songs that emotionally connect us all and leave a tender trace, John Gorka stimulates the cerebrum, keeps our smiles agile and fit and reconnects us with what really matters most in music: honesty. His atmosphere allows for the listener to feel his individualized attention, his lyrical tenderness, his care for the guitar and his true presence.  http://johngorka.com/ "Gorka is widely heralded for the sophisticated intelligence and provocative originality of his songs." -The Boston Globe Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Amilia K Spicer will be John's special guest. With a sound that has traversed dynamic folk-pop, earthy rock, and atmospheric Americana, her music of evokes both a spirit of travel and a sense of place. http://www.amiliakspicer.com/ The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Tickets for this shows are $30.  Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows Oct 6        Joe Jencks with Katherine Rondeau Oct 20      Bettman and Halpin Nov 3       Susan Werner with Jim Henry and Ruby Nov 17     Eliza Gilkyson Dec 8       The Nields Holiday Show and Singalong

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

Delcarte Recreation Canoe Launch Improvements

The town will be starting work in the DelCarte Recreation area to improve access to the canoe launch. This work will take place between the parking lot off of Pleasant Street and the pond and will involve removing the wood chips, building a trail to the canoe launch that is ADA compliant, replacing one of the concrete pads in this area and planting new grass. 

There has been some delay in starting the work, but it is now scheduled to begin on or about September 13, 2018 and should take about a week to complete. While the work is underway, and for the safety of all, the area may be closed periodically due to the operation of heavy equipment.

Any questions should be directed to George Russell, Conservation Agent at 508-533-4847 or grussell@franklinma.gov.

Delcarte Recreation Canoe Launch Improvements

Milford Daily News has a write up on this work which talks of it being scheduled for next week
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180912/franklin-improves-access-to-recreation-spot

FHS boys soccer and volleyball top KP

Via HockomockSports, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Wednesday, Sep 12.


Boys Soccer = King Philip, 0 @ Franklin, 2 – Final
"In a game that featured hectic action in the midfield and few chances from open play, Franklin got a huge double save and a pair of goals from set pieces to beat King Philip 2-0 in the mist on Wednesday night at Pisini Field, earning the Panthers their first two points in the league this season."

- Game Recap
https://hockomocksports.com/pair-of-set-piece-goals-lift-franklin-boys-soccer-over-kp/

- Photo Gallery
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Fall-2018/Franklin-King-Philip-Boys-Soccer-9-12-18/

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ King Philip, 2 – Final
– The Warriors scored twice in the first half to secure the win. Ally Stanton scored the eventual game-winner off a cross by Chloe Layne 15 minutes into the game and then Layne added the second from the penalty spot four minutes later. Taylor Butler made six saves for the clean sheet. Breanna Atwood made nine saves for the Panthers and Franklin coach Tom Geysen said that his team created some good chances and “took some steps forward.”

Field Hockey = King Philip, 4 @ Franklin, 0 – Final
– King Philip scored a pair of goals in each half and had a strong defensive effort to blank Franklin. KP freshman Meghan MacDonald scored less then two minutes into the game on a feed from Kate Lindmark to give the Warriors a strong start. Alli Meehan scored the next three goals for the Warriors, tallying unassisted goals at the midway point of each the first and second half, and scoring off a feed from Dana Truini in the second half. Franklin’s Christina Luccini made four saves and Anna Jardine had nine saves for the Panthers. Marissa Canesi and Maeve Ledwith each had strong games defensively for Franklin.

Volleyball = King Philip, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
"It doesn’t matter where Franklin volleyball is in its rotation on the court, first-year Panthers head coach Kelsey Weymouth is confident the offense can get it done.
Franklin’s balanced offense was on full display on Wednesday evening, with five players registering at least four kills to help the Panthers sweep visiting King Philip, 3-0 (25-22, 25-18, 25-16)."

- Game Recap
https://hockomocksports.com/balanced-attack-franklin-volleyball-past-kp/

- Photo Gallery
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Fall-2018/Franklin-King-Philip-Volleyball-09-12-18/


For other results around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-12-18/

Franklin’s Hailey Sanders connects on an attack in the second set against
King Philip. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)

Church of the Redeemer: Annual Fall Kick Off - Sep 23

The Anglican Church of the Redeemer in Franklin will hold its Annual Fall Kick Off on Sunday, September 23 as they celebrate the start of their fall season. Members of the community are invited to the 10:15 AM worship service, followed by a church picnic for a time of fellowship. The service is held at 31 Hayward Street, which includes the Liturgy of the Word and the celebration of Holy Communion.

The Crew will resume on the same day at 9:00 AM The Crew, which is a class for school-aged children through eighth grade, aims to help children understand and experience how the Bible speaks to their daily lives. Following class, the children join their families for the morning worship service.

The Journey, Redeemer's adult discipleship class, will also resume on the same day beginning with a series on the Ten Commandments at 9:00 a.m.

Father Dan Sylvia, Fr. Jeff Dorn, and all the members of the congregation invite everyone to come, to study and to worship with us. You don't have to be a believing Christian; if you are a "seeker," please come and seek God with us. There is ample parking and the church is accessible to all. The Church of the Redeemer is a parish of the Anglican Diocese in New England of the Anglican Church in North America. Information about the parish is available by calling 508-346-3423 or at www.redeemerfranklin.com.

Small Groups will begin the last week of September, using the curriculum, 40 Days of Prayer, a resource from Rick Warren, which is a church-wide campaign that will unite our congregation in prayer. We will learn how to pray with more confidence and greater faith than ever before. Dates and times will be announced in the coming weeks.

Church of the Redeemer: Annual Fall Kick Off - Sep 23

“It has a singular purpose – to bring the community together"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Taking the party to the streets for the first time on its own, Dean Bank is hosting its first solo “Dancing on Dean” block party on Friday. 

The party kicks off at 5 p.m. on Dean Street in Franklin, where local food, live music, and beer and wine will be enjoyed until 8 p.m. 

Michael Carroll, senior vice president of marketing at Dean Bank, said bank officials “test drove” their first event during this year’s Strawberry Stroll in June, closing off Dean Avenue for their efforts. 

Downtown restaurants like Acapulcos and Ted Gallagher’s have agreed to supply food for Friday’s event, and there will be beer and wine tents as well, utilizing the newly approved one-day outdoor beer and wine permits in town."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180912/franklin-bank-to-host-block-party-on-friday

“It has a singular purpose – to bring the community together"

Lifelong Community Learning: Sports Classes Begin - Sep 17

Badminton & Volleyball Coming Your Way This Fall

Lifelong Community Learning Presents Sports For Fall 2018 Badminton  - Beginning Sept. 26 Get ready to rally! Badminton is a racquet sport that can be played by either two people (singles) or four people (doubles).  Unlike other racquet sports, badminton involves hitting a shuttlecock - a cone-shaped projectile that moves differently than a ball. Able to reach much higher speeds than a ball, the shuttlecock makes for a fast-paced game - making badminton the ideal sport for those who like to be kept on their toes.  Register online https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-6633e0b127d847b2addda362b5f60453 Intermediate Coed Volleyball Beginning Sept. 17, Volleyball is back  and better than ever! This 14 week course will provide a strong foundation in the basics of volleyball. The mechanics of passing, setting, and spiking will be the focus, as well as the importance of good positioning. A fun, competitive time is guaranteed for all!   Register online https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-38a23fe895c34850976565a3c4a65509 Advanced Coed Volleyball Beginning Sept. 25, Volleyball is back!  An open, fun and competitive environment for experienced volleyball players. Players are expected to have experience at the high school team, college, or club league level. Yankee league rating of C or higher is recommended. This is NOT a class for novices or occasional recreational players. Players must have good ball control skills, court awareness and technique.   Register online https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-fcd32ba99f544105888975897b1d497d Contact Brenda Reed, Director Lifelong Community Learning 508-613-1480 LCL@franklinps.net  www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com "Instruction ends in the school-room, but education ends only with life." - Frederick W. Robertson

FPS- LifeLong Community Learning, 218 Oak Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by lcl@franklinps.net in collaboration with Try it free today

Library of Congress Launches New Set of Educational Apps

The Library of Congress, in collaboration with educational organizations, today announced the launch of two new web- and mobile-based applications related to Congress and civics for use in K-12 classrooms. The two new civics interactives are: DBQuest, developed by iCivics. DBQuest teaches history and civics through the use of primary source documents and evidence-based learning. It offers a platform, accessible on mobile devices, that reinforces evidence-based reasoning and document-based questioning by teaching students to identify and evaluate evidence, contextualize information and write sound supporting arguments. Case Maker, developed by Bean Creative. Case Maker is a customizable system for inquiry-based learning for K-12 students using primary sources from the Library of Congress. Modeled after the “observe, reflect, question” framework, developed under the Teaching with Primary Sources program, Case Maker guides students to challenge a question, collect evidence and make a case. For more information: https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-18-112/?loclr=ealn Library of Congress: New Educational Apps

The Amazing Story of the Franklin State Forest

The presentation copy that Alan Earls shared at the Franklin Historical Museum on Sunday, Sep 9, 2018 is shared here. 

About 40 people participated in the presentation and discussion on Sunday. The daughter of Leonard Cook shared some highlights of his memoir reflecting on the time he had served in a CCC camp in western MA. 

"Most people, of a certain age, know the term CCC. A public work relief program that operated from 1933 to 1942 in the United States for unemployed and unmarried men. There were CCC camps and environmental projects in every state. The project was responsible for planting more than three billion trees and constructed trails and shelters in more than 800 parks nationwide during its nine years of existence. These programs and projects helped to shape the modern national and state park systems we enjoy today. Join us to learn about Franklin's own CCC Camp and it's place in this program's history. 

Contrary to what a casual observer might assume, the Franklin State Forest is not the forest primeval - undisturbed by humans -- but a "modern" invention – spawned by a 1914 act of the Massachusetts legislature that authorized gradual creation of state forests around the commonwealth. It was finally made a reality during the Great Depression through "bargain" land purchases and with plantings and improvements by President Roosevelt's Civilian Conservation Corps, which had a large encampment in town for a time. Further modest enlargements were made in the late 20th century.  

Join us Sunday afternoon, September 9 at 1:15 as local historian Alan Earls, tells the forest's story through Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) records, maps, and film clips made in 1935 by Franklin's pioneer documentarian, Stanley Chilson."

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/08/second-sunday-speaker-series-continues.html

CCC State Forest Presentation from Franklin Matters

The Amazing Story of the Franklin State Forest