Library: Do Not Disturb

If you want some privacy or quiet, a sign to hang on the door of the room you want to use would be a good thing to have. The Library craft session on Monday will help you make a 'Do Not Disturb' sign.

Do Not Disturb

This was re-posted from the Library website
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2013/09/krafty-monday-do-not-disturb.html

A walk through the Sculpture Park

Last Sunday, I took a walk through the developing sculpture park to see the new paving that has been recently put into place.

paving smooths the approach to the bridge

bridge

head wall where bath house use to be at pool

long walk along the inside

into the corner, trees added too

the turn around point in the far corner

approaching the stream entrance

smooth approach over the dam

final walk to complete the route back to the bridge

Prior visits to the Sculpture Park recorded these photos and video
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/09/sculpture-park-update.html

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/future-sculpture-park-video.html

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/04/franklin-sculpture-park-imagine-future.html

Roy, Spilka, Warren tour Franklin's EMC plant

From Senator Spilka's office:

State Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), State Representative Jeff Roy (D-Franklin) and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren toured the EMC Corporation manufacturing plant in Franklin this afternoon. The legislators met with executives to discuss EMC’s latest innovations in data storage and security, followed by a tour of the plant. Senator Warren then addressed employees in a town hall style discussion. 

“EMC showcases the leadership, innovation and success of Massachusetts manufacturing and technology,” said Senator Spilka. “I am thrilled that we were able to tour the plant with Senator Warren today. This visit really underscores the importance of continued public support for research and development, manufacturing and workforce development initiatives – here in the Commonwealth and nationally.” 

Joe Tucci, Chairman and CEO of EMC Corporation, State Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, and State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin) at EMC’s manufacturing plant in Franklin, MA

The legislators had the opportunity to view EMC Corporation’s data storage products in various stages of the manufacturing and quality-testing process and to discuss the company’s workforce development, education and community involvement priorities. 

“EMC consistently shows a strong commitment to workforce training and educational partnerships. These manufacturing and technology jobs are the kinds of jobs that we, as legislators, should be creating and supporting. I am so pleased we were able to have this meeting and see some important examples of innovative Massachusetts manufacturing firsthand,” Spilka said.

Reminder: 13th Annual High School Fair - Oct 3rd

The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School, located in the St. Mary’s school building at 201 Main Street, will host its 13th annual High School Fair night on Thursday, October 3rd, from 7-8:30 PM in the BFCCPS Dr. Kevin O’Malley auditorium.

Open to the public, 8th grade students both from BFCCPS and from other surrounding towns are invited to attend; admittance only with parent or guardian. The fair showcases private and independent high schools in the Metrowest area, Boston, Worcester, and northern Rhode Island. Students are invited to browse, pick up brochures and applications, ask about fall open house dates and speak directly with representatives and current students of the schools in attendance.

Parking is available in the school parking lot off Pleasant Street, just north of Main Street in Franklin.

More about Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School can be found on their webpage
http://bfccps.org/

In the News: EMC tour, marathon route

Warren praises innovation on tour of EMC in Franklin

In her first visit to the Milford area since her campaign, US Sen. Elizabeth Warren, got a firsthand look at the state’s innovation economy at work, touring the EMC Corp. facility here.

Daffodils to be planted along Marathon route

Local businesses and homeowners along the Boston Marathon route, and area residents, are invited to take part in "Marathon Daffodils,'' a project designed to help preserve the "Boston Strong'' theme next spring.

Franklin's election lineup set

The campaigns will commence now that the candidates for the various positions for election this November 5th have been confirmed. Franklin's Town Clerk released the following listing of candidates whose paperwork had been certified so they would be on the ballot. This is a listing of the candidates in no particular order. The order on the ballot will be determined later.

Franklin's Municipal Building - 355 West Central St

• There are ten candidates for nine Town Council positions (Updated: miscounted to say 11; at one time there was 11 but only 10 returned papers to be validated)

Brett S. Feldman

Glenn F. Jones

Thomas D. Mercer

Andrew M. Bissanti

Judith Pond Pfeffer

Matthew T. Kelly

Stephen T. Williams

Peter E. Padula

Robert R. Vallee

Charles F. Delfino, Jr.

• There are seven candidates for the seven School Committee positions

John S. Jewell PhD

Cynthia J.Douglas

Roberta D. Trahan

Paula T. Mullen

Susan T. Rohrbach

Kevin P. O'Malley

Trevor A. Clement

• There are two candidates for the one Board of Assessors position for a four year term

Christopher K. Feeley

Daniel B. Ballinger

• There is one candidate for the one Board of Assessors position for a two year term

John H. Neas

• There is one candidate for the one Board of Health position for a four year term

Bruce J. Hunchard

• There are two candidates for the one Constable position for a two year term

Rancourt  LaRosa

Daniel S. McCahill

• There are four three candidates for the two Planning Board positions for a four year term

Joseph F. Halligan

Anthony D. Padula

Navdeep S. Arora

The last day to register to vote on November 5th is Weds Oct 16th.

The complete timeline for this election can be found here

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/07/franklins-local-election-timeline.html

"a change of pace from the more timeworn fundraisers"

The 3rd Annual Fight Hunger Paintball Challenge will be held on Saturday. Town Councilor Glenn Jones has organized the event and additional details are available in this posting by the Milford Daily News.

From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fox 4, 159 Milford St., will donate $5 from every admission fee to the Franklin Food Pantry. Paintballers that day are also encouraged to bring non-perishable items and dry goods, along with their rifles and extra layers of clothing. 

"It’s a unique opportunity to raise awareness and necessary funds for the pantry," said organizer Glenn Jones, who started paintballing at 17. 

Jones acknowledged that a place where people run and barrel roll through the woods, while avoiding being hit by tiny paint-filled orbs, is an unusual venue for a benefit event.

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1868840906/Annual-Paintball-Challenge-to-benefit-food-pantry-is-Saturday-in-Franklin#ixzz2fQLXqNij

For more information about the Food Pantry you can visit and donate securely online at
http://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/