If Franklin matters, you can help

I believe Franklin matters, hence the name for this site. I have written of how the site came to be and how it is my public service effort here.

I am realizing that as much as I can do, there is still more to be done and hence can use some help.

• If you believe that Franklin, MA matters
• If you have some skill in writing
• If you have a willingness to learn some Web 2.0 tools

I would like to expand the writers on this site.
I would like to include those who have answered Yes to the questions above and would be willing to help.

In particular, there are Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and Design Review meetings that would be good to attend and report on. I have focused on the Town Council, School Committee, Finance Committee and Financial Planning Committee to "follow the money". These other areas are important to cover and I can not do it all. Nor would I attempt to.

If you already have some skill and interest and a topic that would be good to share with the Franklin community, then we should talk as well.

So if you are reading this, you already maybe someone who can help or know of someone who might be able to.

If you'd like to explore what this would mean (and what help/training I would provide) please let me know.

You can comment or send me an email at shersteve@gmail.com.

Thank you!


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In the News - veterans honored, Class of 1947 reunion, concert Sunday

Franklin honors its veterans

from The Milford Daily News News RSS by Joe O'Connell/Daily News staff

Franklin Class of 1947

from The Milford Daily News News RSS by Staff reports

LiveARTS sponsors Sunday concert

from The Milford Daily News News RSS by Staff reports

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Ze Frank - fun for Friday!

I haven't posted recently on our Web 2.0 series so I thought I would do so today.

I miss Ze Frank's "The Show" - It was a glorious exploration, everyday something new. Yes, some worked better than others but going through each day, it was magic.

I recall back at the first PodCamp Boston, Steve Garfield coordinated a session that produced this video on "Riding the Fire Eagle Danger Day"!

Ze Frank summarizes some of his work in this TED talk. The two best parts are the Ray story and the last piece on "Hey, you're okay"




Of course, you should have fun everyday and not just Friday!

What are you going to do to have fun today?


Note: email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view this video

This was originally posted to Steve's 2 Cents
http://steves2cents.blogspot.com/2010/10/ze-frank-fun-for-friday.html

For additional posts on the Web 2.0 series, you can use the search feature on the top right column and look for "Web 2.0".


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Stress and Your Teen Conference - Nov 13

Are you a parent dealing with teenagers? Have a challenging time?

This conference might be good to learn what contributes to teenage stress and get some tools to help your family live a happier and healthier life amidst everyday stresses!

Stress and Your Teen Conference


Register at  http://www.yourteen.org/

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2010 8:30AM – 3:00PM

BLACKSTONE VALLEY REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL, UPTON, MA

$15 PER PERSON ($25 FOR TWO PEOPLE WHO REGISTER TOGETHER)

BREAKFAST & LUNCH INCLUDED

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United Regional Chamber moves downtown

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its new downtown Franklin office location with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house. The event will be held Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. at 4 West St., Franklin, on the corner of West Central and West streets. Please RSVP to the Chamber at 508-222-0801.

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, business support organization serving the communities of Attleboro, Bellingham, Blackstone, Foxborough, Franklin, Mansfield, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Norton, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk, and Wrentham.



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Remington 3rd Annual Turkey Trot

WHO - Remington Middle School students and staff

WHEN - Friday - November 19, 2009 1:50 to 4:00pm RAIN or SHINE

WHERE - Remington cafeteria (628 Washington St, Franklin, MA)

WHY - Remington students who donate $1 and a canned good will participate in a one mile run/walk around campus to benefit those in need. Money donations will go towards purchasing items for Thanksgiving baskets and canned goods will be donated to the Franklin Food Pantry. There will be free food and music in the cafeteria following the trot.

Hope to see you there

Please contact Jennifer Wynn (wynnj@franklin.k12.ma.us)
or Michaela Libby (libbym@franklin.k12.ma.us) for more information.


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Story Walk: "The Curious Garden"

The book you read on the Story Walk is "The Curious Garden" by Peter Brown.

"The Curious Garden" was inspired by what developed in New York City. An elevated railroad freight line was discontinued, fell into disarray, was re-discovered and became a park with some grass roots efforts instead of being demolished.

The High Line was built in the 1930s, as part of a massive public-private infrastructure project called the West Side Improvement. It lifted freight traffic 30 feet in the air, removing dangerous trains from the streets of Manhattan's largest industrial district. No trains have run on the High Line since 1980. Friends of the High Line, a community-based non-profit group, formed in 1999 when the historic structure was under threat of demolition. Friends of the High Line works in partnership with the City of New York to preserve and maintain the structure as an elevated public park. 

You can find out all about the High Line Park on their website
http://www.thehighline.org/

I had heard about the park via the Renegade Cabaret performances that started as the park began to open. Elizabeth Soychek lived in a 4th floor apartment with a fire escape that overlooked the High Line Park. She was inspired to sign and entertain the walkers along the path. Opening night of the "Renegade Cabaret" was recorded for replay:




Some folks in Franklin are looking to create a community garden. You can find more information about this local group on their website http://www.franklincommunitygardens.org/


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