Saturday, January 28, 2012
FPAC to feature concert with Jamie Barrett
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The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present Jamie Barrett singing family favorites on Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m.
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Friday, January 27, 2012
Should the Wadsworth Diary continue?
I have enjoyed stepping back into 1892 and seeing what George Wadsworth wrote of his life here in Franklin. I do plan to explore the diaries more. How he says what he says intrigues me. For example, he frequently says "c & c" and that is a short cut for some combination of activities. But what exactly?
While I have this interest, what about you?
I have created a quick poll question to ask:
While I have this interest, what about you?
I have created a quick poll question to ask:
SHOULD THE WADSWORTH DIARY CONTINUE TO BE SHARED DAILY FOR FEBRUARY?
Your answers will be gathered through Jan 31 at 10:00 PM and if the majority say "Yes", I'll continue.
Note: the poll can be found in the center column on the home page for Franklin Matters right above the calendar of events.
If you can't wait to see what happens daily, you can always visit the the Franklin Historical Museum website:
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html and get access to the complete diary.
Wadsworth Diary - Jan 27, 1892
Pleasant & cold. Chored about, see to trains & c for Willie. Nettie made me 2 apple pies, I cut the apples & c.
In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale.
From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html
The Campaign for a New Franklin High School Needs Your Help!
The Campaign for a New Franklin High School Needs Your Help!
Many of you might be wondering:
- How do we get word out about "Vote Yes For FHS" to those who may not be on Facebook, Twitter or regularly use the Internet?
- How do we keep up the momentum for the "Vote Yes For FHS"?
- How can I, when I am so busy with work/family, help the "Vote Yes For FHS" campaign. What can I do?
The answer to these questions is simple! We are asking each and every one of you to please consider a financial contribution to "Vote Yes For FHS".
The Citizens For A New Franklin High School is currently working on its print advertising campaign. In order to get this important component of the campaign underway, we need funds. And your contribution will support other important campaign needs. Your contribution will help us with:
- Printed flyers
- Postage
- Lawn signs
- Obtain voter registration listing
- Held signs on day of vote
How much you contribute depends on your personal financial circumstances. Experts from other towns who have run similar campaigns recommend a contribution of $10 per family member. However, any donation is welcome and will be put to good use.
Any funds remaining when the campaign is over will be donated to the Franklin Food Pantry.
If you are able to make a financial contribution, please direct your non-deductible contribution to "Citizens For A New Franklin High School". These checks can be mailed to Mary Jo Peterson, 10 Juniper Road, Franklin, MA 02038. Contributions will be promptly deposited into our account at Dean Bank, and every contributor will be listed on the Supporters page of our web site.
We need your help. To learn more about the campaign for a new Franklin High School, please visit our web site at: www.newfhs.com.
Remember: Vote Yes for FHS! A Real Need. The Right Time.
Best Regards,
Mary Jo Peterson, Treasurer
Citizens For A New Franklin High School
"funds from casinos and the slots go to local aid"
With the talk of casinos possible in the area (Foxborough or Milford), the Milford Daily News reports on a meeting of residents to prepare:
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x739237137/Focus-among-local-towns-turns-to-dealing-with-casinos#ixzz1keejZRM6
Should Franklin prepare too?
Or wait until there is a definite proposal for a location to respond to?
“We need to be able to act quickly, and we need to be able to act in concert,” state Rep. Carolyn Dykema told a packed auditorium at the middle school.
The Holliston Democrat and two other legislators hosted the forum to explain how area communities can protect themselves if a casino lands in their backyards.
Many in the audience wanted to talk about how they don’t want casinos, but organizers steered the discussion toward how towns can cope with them.
“We’d like to talk more about mitigation and less about just say no,” Holliston selectmen Chairman Jay Marsden said.
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x739237137/Focus-among-local-towns-turns-to-dealing-with-casinos#ixzz1keejZRM6
Should Franklin prepare too?
Or wait until there is a definite proposal for a location to respond to?
Dala with Amy Black Feb 4th
The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is one of Franklin's gems. If you haven't been, please consider going. There are a variety of performances available to choose from each year. This is very reasonably priced for live entertainment. The coffee and desserts are all home made and deliciously decadent! The acoustics are superb.
And when the lights dim on the performer, the trees in the yard appear magically enhanced through the window to create a very memorable effect. When I hear a song on the radio that I have heard performed at the Circle of Friends, I get transported back to that night in an instant! An amazing place to be for live music.
Oh and they do raise money for the Franklin Food Pantry each night that is greatly appreciated!
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And when the lights dim on the performer, the trees in the yard appear magically enhanced through the window to create a very memorable effect. When I hear a song on the radio that I have heard performed at the Circle of Friends, I get transported back to that night in an instant! An amazing place to be for live music.
Oh and they do raise money for the Franklin Food Pantry each night that is greatly appreciated!
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