Franklin Matters

Friday, May 4, 2012

Franklin Destination Imagination Group This Saturday

Hi all-

This is an exciting honor for the team from Horace Mann Middle school, they placed 2^nd in the Destination Imagination State tournament and qualified to go to the Finals in Tennessee!! Please consider participating in the Panera fundraiser tomorrow from 11 to 8 to help them earn the money to be able to travel to the Global Tournament. Attached flyer must be presented.

The team will also have a bake table set up at the Horace Mann Community Yard sale from 8-1.

Thanks!

Terri Attinello

From: Carla DrakeUnderkoffler [mailto:carla@lovebeingamom.com]
Sent: Friday, May 04, 2012 2:13 PM
To: Spencer DrakeUnderkoffler
Subject: Franklin Destination Imagination Group This Saturday

Please pass this on to anyone you know in Franklin or associated with the Franklin Public Schools !!!!!!! THANK YOU !

As many of you may have seen in the paper the Horace Mann Middle School Destination Imagination Team made it to the Global Finals in Tennessee! They have less than 20 days left to raise the $8500 needed to represent our town and our state!

Please help us spread the word about their bake sale this Saturday at Horace Mann from 8-1 and please print and use the flyer below for Panera from 11 - 8 pm tomorrow!!!!!!!!!

Panera fundraiser THIS SATURDAY May 5th from 11- 8 !

Please print and bring the flyer below.There are two so feel free to share one. Lunch and/or dinner !

THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!!!!!!!!!

Link to the DI group website for more information: franklindiglobals2012.webs.com

Franklin Library: Away From Her

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Away From Her

via Franklin Public Library by Franklin Public Library on 5/3/12

May 9, 2012 7 - 9 PM

Franklin Public Library Meeting Room

Away from Her - a movie about a couple who is forced to face the fact that the wife

has Alzheimer's and must go to a nursing home.

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Local Author To Discuss Making “Little Changes” for More Healthy Living At Franklin YMCA

Easton resident and author Kristi Marsh will discuss her book "Little Changes: Tales of a Reluctant Home Eco-momics Pioneer" on May 23rd at 7:30 pm in the Community Room at the Franklin YMCA. This free author meet and greet event is organized by the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club.

Marsh, a breast cancer survivor, started trying to make better choices as she was recovering from treatment in 2007. Now a proponent for environmental health, Kristi is passionate about sharing her knowledge and journey with others. Her book discusses how to reduce the chemicals and toxins that we are exposed to on a daily basis, from the foods we eat, the products we use on our bodies and the products we use to clean our homes. Marsh has a website, www.choosewiser.com, where she posts a weekly blog, and a Facebook page with relevant news links and highlights of natural and locally produced products.

On May 23rd, Marsh will speak about herself, her book and how she came about writing it. There will be time for questions, answers and discussion. She will also sell copies of her book and sign them for anyone interested. Admission is free. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be available. This is expected to be a popular program and space is limited. To reserve your spot, please register by sending an email to franklinnewcomers@hotmail.com.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a social and charitable club for new and long-time Franklin residents. The Club’s Annual Craft Fair held every November is a town tradition, and the club annually donates thousands of dollars to local charitable organizations. For more information about Franklin Newcomers and Friends, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

The video trailer for Kristi's book:

Reminder: Sunrise Montessori School Spring Fair - May 5

Sunrise Montessori School Spring Fair

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Noon to 2PM

Rain or Shine

31 Hayward Street, Franklin

Please join us as we host our 5th Annual Spring Fair at Sunrise Montessori School, 31 Hawyard Street, Franklin. This event is open to the general public.

Kids of all ages enjoy riding in the train and jumping in the bounce house.How about getting your face painted or designing a bracelet? Plenty of fun, games and crafts for the kids. Adults will definitely
want to take a chance on our raffle baskets or perhaps, bid in our silent auction.

All proceeds to benefit the Sunrise Montessori School, Inc., a non-profit 501c3 organization, which offers preschool and kindergarten programs to children in Franklin and the surrounding communities.

In the News: World Laughter Day, Spring Fair

Laugh it up in Franklin at World Laughter Day Celebration on May 6

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

Sunrise Montessori School plans annual Spring Fair

by Heather McCarron/STAFF WRITER

Budget Monitor: Analyzing the House Budget for FY 2013

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The House Budget for FY 2013

On April 26--after three days of expedited debate--the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed its final budget proposal.

Our Budget Monitor shows:

How the House Final budget affects each major area of state government, from health care and education to public safety and the environment--including information on tax revenues.
How it compares to the House Ways & Means budget--and also to the Governor's budget.

To fill the $1.3 billion budget deficit, the House relies heavily on temporary revenue--including $140 million more in temporary revenue than the Governor used.

For further details and analysis, read our BUDGET MONITOR

MassBudget provides independent research and analysis of state budget and tax policies--with particular attention to the effects on low- and moderate-income people.

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Thursday, May 3, 2012

"contracts without raises regularly since 2008"

The Milford Daily News reports on the contract ratifications at the Town Council meeting:

In the contracts approved last night, the custodians as well as the public safety telecommunications unit, public facilities employees and municipal building employees will get the raises.

The one-time lump-sum payments will be funded by state aid from fiscal year 2012, and not out of resident taxes. officials said.

All four groups’ raises will be spread over the next three years. Employees are set to receive a 1.5 percent increase in fiscal ’13, 2 percent increase in fiscal ’14, and 2.5 percent increase in fiscal ’15.